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Cartier Panthère W25029b6 Panthere Ladies 18k Yellow Gold And Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier Ladies Panthere wristwatch is a luxurious and elegant timepiece. Crafted in 18k yellow gold and stainless steel, it features an off-white dial with Roman numeral indices...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

2006 Cartier Tank Française Ref. 2384 Full Set
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Ref. 2384 Year 2006 Stainless steel White dial, roman numbers Quartz mechanism (brand new battery) Case 20 x 25 mm With original warranty and box Unique owner Fast and insured worldw...
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Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6084 14k Gold 34mm Automatic 1950s Vintage NA133B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic luxury, Men's solid 14k gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6084 semi bubble back automatic dress watch, c.1952, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, white Rolex signed dial, applied gold dagger indice hour markers, gilt minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, hands and dial in excellent, vintage condition, minor discoloration due to age. Acrylic crystal. 14k gold smooth bezel over 14k solid gold case measuring 34mm in diameter, in pristine, vintage condition. 17-Jeweled Rolex cal.645 automatic movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition. Fitted on new, aftermarket leather strap. A timeless classic, luxurious Men's 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6084...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Cartier 21 Must de Cartier 28 mm Stainless steel 9010 Women’s Watch
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 21 Must de Cartier 28 mm Stainless steel 9010 Women’s Watch For more details leave us a message Model               Must De 21 Reference Number 9010 Gender Unisex Metal Stain...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Rolex Datejust 41 mm Diamond Iced Out 25 Carats Arabic two tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 41 mm Diamond Iced Out 25 Carats Arabic two tone Watch For more details leave us a message Model               Date Just Reference Number Gender Unisex Metal 18K Yell...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex 1500 Oyster Perpetual Date 14k Gold ss 1960s Automatic Vintage RA168B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 automatic with 14k solid gold bezel, c.1969. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold dial, ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Datejust Ruby Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch 69173
Located in Miami, FL
Timeless Elegance: Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173 Experience the perfect blend of luxury and sophistication with the Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173. Designed for women who appreciate timeless...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Mens Rolex Ref 6494 Oysterdate Precision 34mm Manual Wind 1950s Vintage RA191
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex ref.6494 Oysterdate Precision hand-wind dress watch with roulette red-black date wheel, c.1957. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Role...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex 1601 Oyster Datejust 18k SS Automatic 1970s Swiss Vintage RJC189
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.1601 automatic, c.1971. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed champag...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Platinum Men's Watch 26401PO.OO.A018CR.01
Located in Dallas, TX
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Platinum Men's Watch 26401PO.OO.A018CR.01 - Automatic winding chronograph with date. Platinum (44mm). Glare proofed sapphire crystal and caseback. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Mens Rolex Ref 1503 Oyster Perpetual Date 18k Solid Gold Automatic 1960s RJC156
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref.1503 solid 18k gold automatic, c.1960s. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold dial, applied gol...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Mens Rolex Ref 1601 Oyster Perpetual Datejust 18k SS Automatic 1960s RJC159
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's 18k rose gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.1601 automatic, c.1966. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed si...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 6694 Oysterdate Precision Manual Wind 1970s Vintage RA289Y
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex ref.6694 Oysterdate Precision hand-wind dress watch, c.1972, in like new condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous classic Rolex sig...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 16220 Oyster Datejust Rare Tapestry Dial Automatic 1990s RA278B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic icon, Men's all-stainless steel Rolex Oyster Datejust ref.16220 automatic, c.1991, with rare tapestry dial. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, unique Rolex ...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT-Master II Bruce Wayne Jubilee 40mm SS Date: 2024 Style: 126710
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unwornwatches introducing the Rolex GMT-Master II 126710BLNR — affectionately nicknamed "Batman" or "Bruce Wayne" — is one of the most iconic luxury sports watches in the world. Its ...
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Sky-Dweller Black Index Dial YG/SS Oyster 42mm Date:2018 Style: 326933
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
UnwornWatches proudly presents the Rolex Sky-Dweller 326933 is a masterclass in luxury, innovation, and technical brilliance. Its 42mm two-tone case of stainless steel and 18k yellow...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Rolex Daytona White Dial Yellow Gold Stainless Steel 40 Date: 2019 Style: 116503
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
UnwornWatches proudly presents the iconic Rolex Daytona 116503 combines sport and luxury with its two-tone steel & 18k gold design. The white dial with gold accents delivers timeless...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex Submariner Date "Hulk" 40mm Green Dial Oyster SS Style: 116610LV
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
UnwornWatches proudly presents the This iconic Rolex Submariner Date combines timeless elegance with robust performance. Featuring a 40mm Oyster case, this stunning timepiece is craf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel, 18k Gold, Gold

Mens Rolex Ref 1601 Oyster Datejust 18k SS Automatic 1970s Vintage RA170B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's Rolex 1601 Oyster Perpetual Datejust 18k gold and stainless steel automatic, c.1970s. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed champagne...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 1503 Oyster Perpetual Date 18k Gold Automatic 1960s Rjc156r
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref.1503 automatic, c.1960s. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold dial, applied g...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Mens Rolex Ref 1503 Oyster Perpetual Date 14k Gold Automatic 1960s Swiss RA264B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic luxury, Men's solid 14k gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref.1503 automatic, c.1968. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Stunning Rolex signed original blue dial, appli...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Seiko 5 Sports Bullhead 6138-0049 Chronograph Automatic 1970s Vintage RA373
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Seiko 5 Sports 6138-0049 the "Bullhead" chronograph automatic, c.1970s. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Stunning Seiko signed black dial, applied bat...
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1970s Japanese Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 1011 Oyster Perpetual 18k Gold Automatic 1970s Vintage RJC154G
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's Rolex 18k solid gold Oyster Perpetual Ref.1011 automatic, c.1970s. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold textured dial, applied...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Mens Rolex Ref 16013 Datejust 18k Rose Gold SS Automatic 1980s with Paper RA339B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic icon, Men's 18k rose gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.16013 automatic, c.1980s. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens IWC Schaffhausen 18k Rose Gold Manual Watch 1960s Vintage Luxury RA326
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's large size IWC Schaffhausen solid 18k rose gold dress watch, c.1960s, unrefurbished. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, untouched IWC tropic...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mens Rolex Ref 16013 Datejust 18k Rose Gold SS Automatic 1980s with Paper RA339
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's rare 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.16013 tricolor automatic, c.1985, all original. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. ...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mens Omega 145000 Speedmaster Teutonic 14k SS Manual Wind Chronograph 1980s JM9
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare classic, Men's Omega Speedmaster Teutonic Ref.14500 040, c.1980s, all original, unrestored, limited to the German market. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Ome...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, 14k Gold

Mens Omega Geneve Dynamic 41mm Jumbo Automatic 1970s Rare All Original JM17
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique and rare vintage classic, Men's Omega Geneve Dynamic all-stainless steel sports watch, c.1970s, all original, unrefurbished. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Origi...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex 1501 Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic w Paper 1970s All Original RA320
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref.1501 automatic, c.1970s, all original, with paper. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex-signed silver dia...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex 1501 Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic with Paper 1970s Vintage RA320B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic icon, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref.1501 automatic, c.1970s, all original, with paper. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex-signed silver dial, a...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Omega Ref 14191 14k Solid Gold Manual Wind 1940s Vintage Swiss Luxury JM12
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Omega solid 14k gold manual hand-wind dress watch, c.1947. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Omega signed piepan dial, applied indice hour m...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Mens Rolex Ref 16014 Datejust 18k White Gold SS Automatic 1980s Swiss RA332G
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.16014 automatic in 18k white gold and stainless steel, c.1970s. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex sig...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 15000 Oyster Date 18k Diamond Bezel Automatic 1980s Swiss OM102
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dazzling luxury, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref.15000 automatic, c.1981 with diamond bezel. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, appli...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Omega Speedmaster 125 Automatic Chronograph 1970s All Original JM3
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
“Rare timeless icon, Men's Omega Speedmaster 125, world's first chronograph chronometer, released to celebrate the founding of the Omega's brand, c.1974, all original, unrestored. Ve...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 6634 Oyster Perpetual Gold Capped Automatic 1950s Swiss RA237G
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Rolex's "Golden Egg", Men's Gold-Capped Ref.6634 Oyster Perpetual automatic dress watch, c.1957, all original. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous,...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Mens Rolex Ref 1603 Oyster Datejust 36mm Automatic 1970s Swiss Vintage RA226R
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Datejust ref.1603 automatic, c.1975. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold dial, applied black/gold indice hour mar...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 6694 Oysterdate Precision Manual Wind 1970s Swiss Vintage RA289
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex ref.6694 Oysterdate Precision hand-wind dress watch, c.1972, all original, virtually unworn condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 1500 Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic 1970s Vintage RA293
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 automatic, c.1979. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous original grey Rolex dial, applied indice hour mark...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 1002 Oyster Perpetual Automatic 1960s Swiss Vintage RA143
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Ref.1002 Oyster perpetual automatic dress watch, c.1964. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applied baton ind...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 6694 Oysterdate Precision 34mm Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA207S
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1968, all original. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed vintage white dial, appl...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 1603 Oyster Datejust Automatic 1970s Swiss Vintage Luxury RA226
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's all-stainless steel Rolex Oyster Datejust ref.1603 automatic, c.1975, all original. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold dial, ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 1500 Oyster Perpetual Date 14k Gold SS Automatic 1960s RA168
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 automatic with 14k solid gold bezel, c.1969, all original. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex sign...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 1505 Oyster Perpetual Date 14k Gold SS Automatic 1970s RA165
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1505 14k gold and stainless steel automatic, c.1979, all original, in immaculate condition. Verified authentic by a master watch...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 1002 Oyster Perpetual Automatic 1960s Swiss Vintage RA143R
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Ref.1002 Oyster perpetual automatic, c.1964, in excellent original, unrestored condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex sign...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex 6694 Oysterdate Precision Manual Wind 1960s Vintage Classic RJC198T
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref.6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1967. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applied indice h...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Midsize Rolex Ref 6548 Oyster Perpetual Automatic 1960s Vintage Swiss RA127
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's midsize Rolex ref.6548 Oyster Perpetual automatic dress watch, c.1966, all original. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver d...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Omega Ref 6597 14k Gold Manual Wind 1960s All Original Swiss Vintage JM19
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Omega 14k solid gold US Collection hand-wind cocktail dress watch, c.1960s, all original. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Omega signed dia...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Adora Women's Fine Silver Fashion Wristwatch
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Made in .835 fine silver. Weight: 32.9 grams. Does not include original box or papers. This watch is guaranteed authentic. One year warranty included with purchase. Fine silver oval...
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20th Century Unknown Watches

Materials

Silver

Rolex Datejust 16203 Silver Arabic Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel Box Paper 2003
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16203 Serial: Y830*** Year: 2003 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow...
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Early 2000s Watches

Citizen Lady's Stainless Steel Eco-Drive Wrist Watch
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Manufacturer: Citizen. Model: Eco-Drive. Japanese quartz movement. Model number: E031-S053650. Serial number: 231021067. Weight: 59 grams. Good condition. Multiple scratches visible ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Roberto Bianci Stainless Steel with Diamonds Wristwatch
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Model #D003. Quartz movement. Weight: 71.8 grams. Does not include the original box or papers. This watch is guaranteed authentic. One year warranty included with purchase. Stainles...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rare Bulgari 18 Karat Gold Tubogas Serpenti bracelet watch 1970's Movado
Located in Milano, IT
Rare Bulgari Tubogas lady's snake bracelet watch in 18k yellow and blackened gold. This Manual winding watch has unusual and rare squarish head and pristine grey dial. An iconic ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Obus Men's or Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Watch WB800151 1630
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Obus Men's or Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Watch WB800151 1630 - Quartz. 18k Yellow gold case (25mm x 32mm). Ivory dial with black Roman numerals. Black Cartier bracelet with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Rolex Cellini Danaos 2-tone 6229 Ladies Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Cellini Danaos 2-tone 6229 Ladies Watch - Quartz. 18k white gold case with 18k rose gold bezel (26 mm) . White dial with black outlined Arabic numerals, gold 6 'clock. Brown s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Ladies Rolex Datejust Champagne Dial Two Tone Emeralds & Diamond Bezel
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Champagne Dial Two Tone Emeralds & Diamond Bezel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergon...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

New 2024 Rolex Submariner 41 No Date Steel Ceramic Black Dial Watch 124060
Located in New York, NY
Brand New watch. 2024 card. Box and papers included. 5-year Rolex Warranty. Brand Rolex Type Wristwatch Department Men Model Number 124060 Country/Region of Manufacture Switzerland ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Patek Philippe Nautilus 7118/1A-010 Stainless Steel Silvery opaline Dial (2019)
Located in New York, NY
The Patek Philippe Ladies Nautilus 7118/1A-010 showcases a 35.2mm stainless steel case with the signature round octagonal bezel. Its silvery opaline white dial features an embossed w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT Master II Black Dial Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch 16713 - 2008
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned, in excellent condition, Rolex GMT-Master II ref 16713 from 2008 is becoming more popular as newer GMT models gain attention. The attraction to it grows because it's getting harder to find discontinued models like the ref. 16713, which is admired for its vintage-style case and bracelet with tapered lugs, making it even more enticing. It has an aluminum bezel and smaller glowing dots on the dial, which adds to its classic look. If you want to impress even experienced watch collectors, this pre-owned Rolex 16713...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Antique, Vintage and Luxury Watches for Sale: Shop Rolex Watches, Omega Watches and Cartier Watches on 1stDibs

Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs.

While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind. 

Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory. 

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist

When shopping for a watch, it’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors. 

Find exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs that includes Cartier watches, Rolex watches, Patek Philippe watches and more — we promise it will be worth your time.

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