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Style: Art Deco
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Chanel Ladies Watch Premiere 18K Solid Gold 20mm Case Leather Strap Serviced
Located in London, GB
Fork In Time is proud to offer on the 1st Dibs marketplace: Chanel Ladies Gold Watch Premiere 18K Solid Gold 20mm Case Leather Strap Serviced Ladies Gold Watch Black Leath...
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1990s Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltham White Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch American Made 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 24mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewel / Caliber 750 B DIAL / HANDS: Original with Arabic Numerals / ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 17mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT Through the American civil war and two World Wars, and beyond, Waltham's legacy and spirit lives on in this wonderful vintage watch. It is truly a representation of the idea of American Exceptionalism. The wonderfully crafted design is timeless. Even after 100 years or more, this watch can dependably be worn, used and counted on to get you there on time, every time. It is versatile enough to be worn for all types of occasions and various clothes. Wear it with a suit or even for more casual occasions but, certainly, feel confident that you are wearing a piece of history. The Waltham Watch Company was an American watch manufacturing house founded in 1850 in Roxbury, Massachusetts. It was the first American company to mass-produce watches using interchangeable parts. The company's watches were known for their quality and affordability, and they quickly became popular with consumers. Waltham played a major role in the development of the American watch industry as well as establishing the concept of “mass produced” products. By the way, Henry Ford was a watchmaker, and he was inspired to build cars the same way Waltham Watches were produced, for the masses with interchangeable parts. Waltham’s success helped to make the United States a major player in the global watch market as well as promote the idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were generally produced by hand, in “cottage” industries. They were owned by the wealthier class or the “working class” that needed to know the time. The company's affordable watches made them accessible to a wider range of people and helped to change the way people thought about time. Prior to this, people used their local Church bells to direct them in their daily lives. The Company continued to grow and prosper throughout the 19th century. During the American Civil War, they supplied watches to the military, and of course they grew because of this association. In 1885, they moved their headquarters to Waltham, Massachusetts, and changed their name to the American Waltham Watch Company. Waltham was a major exhibitor at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. The company's exhibit at the exposition was housed in a large pavilion that was designed to resemble a factory. The pavilion was filled with watches of all shapes and sizes, as well as machinery used in the manufacturing process. The exhibit was a major success, and it helped to raise the profile of Waltham watches around the world. Amongst the visitors at the exhibition was a contingent from Switzerland. When they realized what Waltham was doing, they quickly understood that their methods were outdated and soon enough they would be a country unable to compete. They also went to the Waltham factory for a visit after the exhibition. It is said that they purchased a few of Waltham’s higher grade movements. The director of the factory said he would have them “adjusted” before they left, but they said it was not necessary. When they arrived back in Switzerland, they checked them and were shocked at the level of quality and accuracy. This prompted them to buy some of the equipment that Waltham was using so they could start building better watches that were less expensive and more accurate. Some of that machinery ended up in the small town of Schaffhausen and became The International Watch Company. They are still in business today making exceptional watches. The military, for any nation, is a powerful source of revenue for industrial contracts. So, any industry would prosper during war and Waltham continued to be a supplier to the military for over 100 years. Through WW 1...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold-filled, White Gold

Longines Platinum Art Deco Ladies Watch with Pearl Bracelet circa, 1930's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm X Width 10mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Ma...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rogers Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial, circa 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: A. Shield / Rogers Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm X Width 22mm MO...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Rolex 18K Gold/SS Datejust Olive Green Diamond Watch, 2022
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 18K Gold/SS Datejust 36mm Olive Green Diamond Watch 2022 New 2022 box papers all original Rolex parts Olive Green Diamond roman dial 5 ye...
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2010s European Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: METAL / MATERIAL: YGF / SS CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm x Width 24mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Cal.750B DIAL / HANDS: ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 18mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT Waltham is one of Americas earliest watch companies and designed some of the worlds most accurate pocket watches for the railroads. This model with an original dial is very dependable with great styling as well. The design of this watch is based on a theme created by Louis Cartier In the early teens when he saw giant tortoises supporting enormous columns in a Greek Temple. He immediately realized that in would be an elegant shape for a watch. Hence, the Tortue Watch...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Art Deco Enamelled Watch Fob Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have an gorgeous watch fob crafted during the pinnacle of the Art Deco movement. This sterling silver piece takes on a spherical form with the entire exterior being expertly ...
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1910s Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Diamond Pearl and Platinum Pendant Watch, Circa 1925
Located in London, GB
Please note that the movement is currently not working and is due to be repaired. A Tiffany & Co., Art Deco, diamond, pearl and platinum lapel pendant watch, with a diamond set platinum bar pin, with safety catch fitting, with larger diamonds in the terminals, onto a diamond set bar, superimposed with a diamond set triangle, suspending three strands of natural pearls, on individual wire links, onto a rectangular, handmade, platinum, two part watch case, with an Edwardian and eight-cut diamond set, openwork, urn design, with a flower at the top, with an eight-cut diamond surround, in grain and pavé settings, with foliate engraved sides, at the base of the pendant is the winding crown, that is rub over set with three rose-cut diamonds, the watch has a rectangular, silvered dial, signed Tiffany & Co., with black, Art Deco, script Arabic numerals, with blue steel hands, with a curved crystal, surrounded by a foliate engraved edge, with a movement signed C H...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Clebar 18Kt Rose Gold Art Deco Chronograph circa 1940's with Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Clebar Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Round Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Pink Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diame...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold

BUCHERER Art Deco Retro 1940 Watch and Brooch in 18kt Gold with Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
This extremely rare Cage Bird Pendant Brooch, dating back to the 1940s-1950s, is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and elegance. Expertly crafted in 18kt yellow gold and platinum, it is adorned with four single-cut diamonds (approx. 0.05 carats, G-H color) and a vibrant baguette-cut ruby (approx. 0.10 carats). The intricate design conceals a Bucherer manual-winding watch, a brilliant blend of artistry and functionality. This lapel watch is not only a testament to exceptional ingenuity but also a highly exclusive creation, being one from a limited edition of 10 ever made. This brooch embodies the perfect harmony of luxurious materials, precision watchmaking, and timeless design, making it a coveted piece for collectors and connoisseurs of fine jewelry. Whether admired as a historical treasure or cherished as a wearable work of art, its rarity and sophistication elevate it to an unparalleled level of exclusivity. A true collector’s dream, this piece offers a glimpse into the golden era of vintage jewelry and horology. Period: 1940's Style: Art Deco Creator: BUCHERER Metal: 18Kt Yellow Gold Stone: Natural Diamonds Measurements: 2.85 x 0.95 inches. Brooch is stamped: "C#, 750". Watch is stamped in the dial: "BUCHERER 17 JEWELS...
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Frodsham Steel Cased Watch from 1940's with Original Dial British Made
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Frodsham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 1355 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Diameter...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Art Deco J. Schulz Platinum Diamond Swiss Watch With 14K White Gold Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A charming and elegant watch. This Art Deco watch features a round face with a 15mm diameter, adorned with delicate blue hands and black numerals. The watch is embellished with round...
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20th Century Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Art Deco Sterling Silver and Enamel Miniature Desk Timepiece circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful miniature desk timepiece, rectangular case with blue enamel, accented by silver bands, centering a circular brushed silvered dial with gilt Arabic numerals, dial signed Cartier, case signed European Watch and Clock...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

LeCoultre Ladies Watch with Rare Black Dial, Mid-Century Modern 1950s Swiss
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Jaeger-LeCoultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 27mm Length X 15...
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Hamilton Solid 14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Bracelet Watch, circa 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Hand Constructed Case METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid White Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 35mm X Width 20mm CIRCA / Dat...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

White Gold, 14k Gold

Chopard Diamond Gold 18K Wristwatch
Located in Geneva, CH
Chopard Diamond 18K white gold wristwatch. White Rectangle dial. Signed Chopard. Numbered 13/6973-20. 559119, 488 1. Swiss marks. This beautiful Cho...
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1990s European Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

I. W. C. 18Kt Yellow Gold Art Deco Oversized Tank Hand Made 1930's High Grade
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: I.W.C. / International Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Tank Style / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 41mm X Width 25mm CIRCA: 1930s...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Gothic "Jarproof" Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch circa 1940's Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gothic Jarproof Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Wi...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Longines Silver & Niello Watch from 1915 Dial by Stern Freres Matching Chain
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Art Deco Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Silver and Niello CIRCA / YEAR: 1915 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 45mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Kiln Fired Enamel Print / Blued Steel Breguet Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Supplied with Pocket Watch Chain WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is a great looking dress watch by the iconic house. The case is done in Sterling Silver and engraved and filled with Niello. Niello is an ancient process no longer done today, The dial is done in Sterling Silver with Kiln Fired Enamel Print by Stern Freres. Stern was house that bought Patek Philippe when it went bankrupt in the 1930s. Stern Still owns Patek Philippe today. You will likely never see another example of this watch again. We have just serviced it and it keeps dependable time as well. The company was founded in 1832 by Auguste Agassiz, a Swiss watchmaker. He was also the brother of renowned biologist Louis Agassiz. Agassiz started the company with two partners, lawyers Henri Raiguel and Florian Morel. The company's original name was Raiguel Jeune & Cie. In 1846, Raigeul and Morel retired from the watch industry, leaving Agassiz as sole company head. Several years later, Agassiz brought in his bright, enterprising nephew, trained economist Ernest Francillon, into the business. Francillon was the mastermind behind several impressive innovations that would distinguish the company from its competitors. In 1880, Francillon trademarked the Longines name and its winged hourglass logo. The winged hourglass is a symbol of precision and timekeeping, and it has become one of the most recognizable logos in the watch industry. In 1912, Longines became the official timekeeper of the Olympic Games. The company has held this position ever since, and it has been involved in every Olympic Games since then. Longines has also been the official timekeeper of many other major sporting events, including the World Championships in Athletics, the Formula One World Championship, and the America's Cup. In 1931, Longines invented the Lindbergh Hour Angle watch. This watch was designed specifically for Charles Lindbergh, the first person to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. The watch featured a special bezel that allowed Lindbergh to calculate his longitude. In my own personal collection, I have the Longines Caliber 13 ZN Chronograph that Commander Richard Byrd took to Antarctica in 1928. It was purchased at the time from Abercrombie and Fitch in New York along with all the other equipment used on the expedition, it still runs well and keeps good, even after 100 years. In the 1980’s I was privileged to view their “collection” in their vaults. It was not open to the public, but a contact arranged it. There were examples of all the finest pocket and wristwatches they had ever produced. This included all the pieces that had received navigational and chronometer ratings. They were not even arranged for presentation; they were merely in drawers. I was shown the collection by their renowned “springer.” I have forgotten his name, but he was responsible for adjusting the watches to win the chronometer ratings. He was probably 80 years old at the time. Interestingly but not surprisingly he could only speak to me about adjusting the hairspring but not about the watch in general. This is something that is not uncommon in the watch world. A craftsman will only know about the part of the watch that they are responsible for. When I produced my own watch in Geneva many years ago, I realized that the dial maker and case maker and other associated craftsmen knew almost nothing about what each other did. This seemed odd to me, but it is that way. Lastly, our family jewelry store in Los Angeles was an official Longines retailer so I can speak from personal experience that Longines is an exceptional watch company regarding their service and dependability. They are also famous for the “Ultra Chron...
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Tiffany & Co. by E. Huguenin Platinum Art Deco Tank Style Watch Hand Made 1930's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: E. Huguenin for Tiffany & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Diamond Dial METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 19mm M...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Platinum

Breguet 18kt Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Manual Winding Watch, Circa 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Breguet Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Style / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 31mm X Width 17mm CIRCA: 1950's MOVEMENT ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Curvex Style Watch with Original Dial, 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Curvex Style / Reference 473 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width ...
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Watches

Gruen Gold Filled Rare Ristside Art Deco Watch 1950 with Original Strap
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Ristside or Batwing METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 23mm Length X 47mm Width MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber 440 DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Gilt Numerals / Gilt Leaf Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Original Strap Pig Skin Leather, 15mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement This is a "vault find" watch, it has been locked up for nearly 50 years, which means it needs a service. We will give it a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker as part of the purchase price before it is shipped out to you. This will delay shipping for a few days of course. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This great looking Art Deco Watch is called the Ristside, it was produced by the legendary house of Gruen. The watch has been in our collection for nearly 50 years and it appears to be New Old Stock, as it is still fitted with its original Pig Skin Leather Strap. The strap is too dried out to actually use however (we can make you an exact one). We will supply it with a modern strap that will fit the original buckle. This watch is dependable and easy to service. In the 1930's, we became Gruen agents in Los Angeles, California. Gruen was a great company to work with because they had a large collection, great styling, they were innovative and offered great service to their customers. It is sad that they could not, like so many other American Watch Companies, withstand the Swiss and Japanese marketing. Founded in 1894 by Dietrich Gruen. The company had their American base in Cincinnati, Ohio, and it produced a wide variety of watches, including pocket watches, wristwatches, and chronographs. Gruen watches were known for their high quality and stylish designs, and they were popular with consumers for many years. In the 1920s, Gruen was one of the largest watch manufacturers in the United States. The company employed over 1,500 people and produced over 1 million...
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Vintage Elgin 14k White Gold Women's Hand-Winding Art Deco Watch w/ Silk Band
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Model #105881 Movement #32662496 Does Not Include Box or Papers This watch is guaranteed authentic. One year warranty included with purchase. 14k White Gold Case 17 mm Wide, 19 mm w...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Watches

Materials

White Gold

Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Round Style
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Round METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 32mm MO...
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

International Watch Co. Stainless Steel Automatic circa, 1940's
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: I.W.C. / Schaffhausen STYLE / REFERENCE: Round METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm x Diameter 35mm MOVEMENT / CA...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Genuine Diamond Single Row Smart Watch Band Charm 14k Solid Gold Watch Band Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
Genuine Diamond Single Row Smart Watch Band Charm 14k Solid Gold Watch Band Gift Material Natural Diamond, 14k Solid Yellow Gold, Solid Gold ...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Tank Style with Original Diamond Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Gabled Crystal Diamond Bezel METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum CIRCA: 1940's DIMENS...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Watches

Bulova Art Deco Gold Filled Automatic Watch with Original Dial "Devils Watch"
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / The Devils Design METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950 / 60's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X ...
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Universal Geneve 18Kt Pink Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch Hand Made from 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Universal Geneve Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Pink Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm X Width 15mm MOVEMEN...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Ulysse Nardin Steel Chronograph with Flawless Original Kiln Fired Enamel Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Ulysse Nardin STYLE / REFERENCE: Single Button Chronograph / Au Diademe / Tiara METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1920 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter ...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Platinum Art Deco Pendant, Watch, and Brooch with 6.50 TCW Mixed Cut Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Art Deco Pendant, Watch, and Brooch with 6.50 TCW Mixed Cut Diamonds Indulge in the epitome of luxury with our extraordinary Platinum Art Deco Pendant, Watch, and Brooch en...
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1890s Art Deco Antique Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Lancet Made in France for Famous Accessories House 1920's Art Deco
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Lancet, Famous French House STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Nickel and Rubber CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Diameter 31mm MOVE...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Watches

Art Deco Lady Diamond Manual Wind Wristwatch, 18kt Wt Gold & Plat, France, c1935
Located in London, GB
Weight: 31.90gr Metal: 18kt White Gold and Platinum Stones: 49 Diamonds • Total Carat Weight: 2.50ct approx • Cut: 14 Baguette / 35 Single cut • Colour: H/I • Clarity: VS/SI Co...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Jaeger-LeCoultre Art Deco Ladies Watch in 14 Karat White Gold, circa 1940s-1950s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: LeCoultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Round METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's / 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 21mm X Diameter 21mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Original Black with Bezel Applied Markers / Baton Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 12mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This sophisticated art deco Moderne style watch was produced by the iconic house of LeCoultre in the 1950's. The movement is high grade and entirely handmade. LeCoultre is renowned for their complicated watches...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

Welsam Silver and Niello Art Deco Ladies Watch with Original Bracelet 1920's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Welsam Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Oval with Integracted Bracelet METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34m...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Cartier Art Deco Watch Fob Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exquisite watch fob pendant from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This sophisticated Art Deco piece showcases an elong...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blancpain Ladies 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Bracelet Watch, 1950s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Blancpain Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Link Bracelet METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 18mm X Width 14mm CIRCA: 1950's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Silvered with Batons and Roman Numbers / Dauphine Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 18mm / Full Length / 7 1/8 inches or 18cm WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT Blancpain, being one of the oldest watch factories in the world created this watch in the European style. The case and movement are entirely hand constructed. The bracelet is impressive and sophisticated with a hidden buckle which is spring loaded and works correctly. This is a bracelet style watch...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Original Dial 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference Veri-Thin METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 43mm MOVE...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Van Buren Cocktail Watch White Gold Plate With Enamel Details
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the VanBuren 1920's Ladies Cocktail Watch, a stunning piece of Art Deco elegance. This vintage treasure features a gold-plated case and steel bracelet, adorned with intri...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, White Gold, Enamel

Croton Steel Aquamatic Art Deco Watch with Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Croton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Aquamatic / Screw Back Case METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 26m...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Helbros Chromium and Steel Art Deco Triple Date Calendar Watch from 1950s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Helbros Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Triple Date / Calendar / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Chromium and Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm ...
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Jules Jurgensen 18Kt. White Gold Art Deco Driver's Style Manual Watch, 1920s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Jules Jurgensen STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Pocket-Wrist Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. White Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 51mm X Diameter 44mm CIRCA: 1920's MOVEMENT / ...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

White Gold

Omega Ladies White Gold Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Watch, circa 1930s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Articulated Case METAL / MATERIAL: 18K White Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 59mm X Width 14mm CIRCA: 1930's MOVEMENT / C...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

White Gold

C.H. Meylan 18 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Watch Hand Constructed, circa 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: C.H. Meylan STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 19mm MOVEMENT / ...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Gubelin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Handmade Wristwatch, circa 1930s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines for Gubelin STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt Solid Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 38mm X Width 23mm CIRCA: 1930's MOVEMENT /...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Watches

Beautiful Platinum Diamond Bracelet Dress Watch with Big Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful Platinum Diamond Bracelet Dress Watch With Big Diamonds Movement: Mechanical Manual Winding Functions: Hours, minutes Material: Platinum Case: Case 10 mm x 22.5 mm Thickness 7.1 mm, sapphire glass. Dial: White dial with black Arabic numerals. Strap: Diamond bracelet strap...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Panerai Luminor Marina Automatic Yellow Gold Mens Watch
Located in New York, NY
Panerai Luminor Marina Automatic 44mm Yellow Gold Mens Watch excellent condition all original parts comes with originla box and pap...
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2010s Swiss Art Deco Watches

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Yellow Gold

Shreve & Co Platinum Ladies Art Deco Diamond Dress Watch with Leather Cord 1920s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Shreve & Co STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Diamond Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X Width 14mm MOVEMENT / CA...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco "Bumper" Watch with Patinated Dial circa 940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: "Bumper" / Reference 460/611 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Diameter 33m...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

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Gold-filled

Longines for Mappin & Webb Silver Campaign Style with Original Enamel Dial, 1910
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign Trench / WW 1 METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1910's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length...
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Tiffany & Co. Silver Campaign Watch circa, 1915 with Original Kiln Fired Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tiffany & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign / Military METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1915 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 35mm Length X 32mm Diameter MOVEMENT / ...
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

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Silver

Gruen 14Kt Art Deco Ladies Watch with Original Dial and Kiln Fired Enamel Case
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 15m...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

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14k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18Kt. Art Deco Ultra Thin Pocket Watch, circa 1930's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Van Cleef & Arpels STYLE / REFERENCE: 1/2 Hunter Pocket Watch / Ultra Thin METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 54mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Silvered with Roman Numerals / Blued Steel Breguet Style Hands WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This fantastic and elegant watch was sold by the legendary house of Van Cleef & Arpels. It is the ultimate in Ultra Thin and is entirely hand made. It has just been serviced by our finest watchmaker and we offer it with our 18 month warranty. Only Cartier offered watches of the quality along with Van Cleef. The watch is called a Half Hunter, as you can check the without opening the cover, or open it for a more accurate reading. This watch is offered with an 18Kt. Gold and Platinum Pocket Watch Chain...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Watches

Shultz Two Tone Gold made for C.D. Peacock in Chicago Hand Made from 1930's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Shultz Watch Company for C.D. Peacock STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Rectangle METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Yellow and White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / ...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

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14k Gold

Bucherer Platinum & 18Kt. Gold Ladies Dress Style Watch 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bucherer Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum & 18Kt. Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 31mm X Width 10mm ...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

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Platinum

Juvenia Early Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch, circa 1930s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Juvenia Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Round Automatic METAL / MATERIAL: Early Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diameter 31m...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Tavannes 14 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Hand Constructed Case, circa 1930s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tavannes Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIO...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

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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. 

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