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Watches For Sale
Style: Art Deco
Style: Art Nouveau
Tiffany & Co. by Charles Hour Brass and Gilt Art Deco Clock, 1920s Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tiffany & Co. by Charles Hour STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Desk or Mantle Clock METAL / MATERIAL: CIRCA / YEAR: DIMENSIONS: Length 10 inch (25cm) X Width 10 inch (25...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Watches

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Style Manual Wind Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled DIMENSIONS: Length 45mm X Diameter 35mm CIRCA: 1950's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 17...
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Cartier Two Tone Steel and 18Kt. Gold Panthere Strap Watch with Cartier Buckle
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier Jewelers STYLE / REFERENCE: Panthere METAL / MATERIAL: Two Tone Steel and 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1990's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm x Width 28...
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1990s Swiss Art Deco Watches

Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Night & Day, Stainless Steel Case, Deployant, 42 x 26mm
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Night & Day. The watch comes with a Silver and slate Dial. It also has the adjustment for 2 time zones. The case is made of St...
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Early 2000s Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex 14Kt Solid Gold Bracelet Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century Bracelet Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 15mm MOVEMENT /...
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1960s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage 9k gold Ladies Longines cocktail watch, bracelet strap
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous vintage 9ct gold ladies wristwatch. It has a yellow gold case with a white dial with black Arabic numerals, blued steel hands and a subsidiary second dial, branded just a...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Watches

Materials

9k Gold

Omega Yellow Gold Filled Mid Century Design Ladies Watch in New Condition
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century / Round METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 23mm X Diameter 17mm...
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1960s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Waltham 14Kt Solid White Gold Art Deco Watch circa, 1934 with an Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Ruby METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1934 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm X Width 36mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber Ruby Series DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Arabic Numerals / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Black and Brown Leather, 16mm / 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 Wow, what a great example of a classic American Watch by this legendary house. We seldom see watches in this fine condition. It is shown with what appears to be its original strap and buckle. The strap is in new condition but is to fragile to wear however. It is not fitted with a new lizard strap and the original buckle. 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. Waltham Watch Company 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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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Tiffany & Co. Blue Sapphire And Diamond Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. watch is both dainty and dazzling, with its elegant, slim design accented by an array of sparkling sapphires and diamonds. The watch's case and bracelet ...
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20th Century Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Omega Steel Art Deco 1940's Watch with Original Period Bracelet
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Round METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm X Diameter 20mm MOVEMEN...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Art Deco diamond watch, Chicago, United States, circa 1930.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A women's watch from the Art Deco period comes from the United States, around 1930. Preserved in original box Lee Gilbert (Chicago) Set with diamonds with a total weight of approxi...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1930s Art Deco 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lady's Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Lady's watch in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. Charming jewel watch, it has a rectangular dial engraved with art deco pattern : flowers, geometric designs and curves, the back i...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron & Constantin Ladies 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Bracelet Watch circa 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron & Constantin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Bracelet Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 25mm X Width 14mm CIRCA: 1940...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Vintage Ladies 9k gold Rolex wristwatch, Art Deco
Located in NEWARK, GB
The perfect classic timepiece is what you wil find with this vintage ladies 9ct gold Rolex wristwatch. It features a hexagonal shape case in 9ct gold...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Watches

Materials

9k Gold

1195E Boucheron Retro Watch
Located in San Antonio, TX
Beautiful Art Deco Boucheron Paris 18k Rose Gold Watch.
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe 18Kt. Hunters Case Pocket Watch with Flawless Enamel Dial ca 1906
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe et Cie STYLE / REFERENCE: Hunters Case Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1906 / 08 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 50mm Diameter MOV...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

J.W Benson Sterling Silver Trench Watch with Original Enamel Dial From 1915
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: J.W Benson STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1915 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 42mm Length X 36mm Diameter MOVEMENT / C...
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Antique 14k gold pocket watch, Moeris, open face
Located in NEWARK, GB
An antique gold pocket watch is such an iconic gift and a wonderful piece to add to your collection. A functional work of art this antique 14ct gold Moeris pocket watch is a stylish choice. It has a Moeris movement with a Swiss 14ct gold case, engine turned to the reverse, it is an open fave, top wind watch with a white enamel dial, subsidiary second dial and black Arabic numerals. The watch has a gold plated bow, perfect for attaching to your favourite antique gold pocket watch chain...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Ladies Watch Sapphire Diamond White Gold 18 Karrat Platinum Case
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this beautiful Art-Deco style ladies watch. The bracelet is made in Italy by Uno a Erre. This exceptional piece of jewellery has a platinum case and a white gold bracelet, g...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Diamond and Pearl Fob Watch, 18 Karat Gold, Guilloche Enamel
Located in NEWARK, GB
You can't help but be captivated by this truly spectacular antique Art Nouveau era, 18kt gold and Rose cut diamond and Pearl fob watch. A rich 18kt yellow g...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Cartier Paris 1920s Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Cartier Paris Pocket Watch, 46 M.M. diameter x 3.5 M.M. thick 18K yellow Gold 2 Piece Case, 17 Jewel Cartier Inc. Mechanical , Manual wind movement Nickle Lever movement....
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Haas Neveux Ladies Vintage Platinum Diamond and Emerald Watch
Located in Addison, TX
This Haas Neveux Lady's platinum vintage watch has a 14k white gold link-style bracelet with a white gold diamond case frame and natural emerald gemstone c...
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Howard Stainless Steel Art Deco Exhibition Back Watch, circa 1920's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Howard Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Steel with Exhibition Back CIRCA / YEAR: 1921 Movement / European Case from 1980's DIMENSIONS / SI...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Cartier Tank Must de Cartier LC Large GM LM Tortoise Lacquer Vermeil Gold + Box
Located in PARIS, FR
CARTIER Founded in 1847 For the discerning ones Wear Cartier watch it's integrate the club of famous clients : Jackie Kennedy, Princess Diana, the Duchess of Windsor, Princess Grace, Barbara Hutton, Elizabeth Taylor, Andy Warhol, Yves Saint Laurent, Truman Capote, Cary Grant, Clark Gable, Jean Cocteau, Mohamed Ali amongst countless others. Cartier's collection of "must" watches, in vermeil, was launched in 1977. It takes the L.C Tank shape with its sapphire cabochon crown. The iconic design of the Louis Cartier Tank associated with the novelty of these colors will make this collection a worldwide success. The version of the Tank must presented to you is the 1977 version : Tank L. C. vermeil case, dial without numerals, Ecaille, Tortoise Shell Lacquer. Make the perfect gift with this fabulous Tank Must de Cartier. MODEL Tank Must de Cartier – Classic railway pattern. Size : Large GM LM The serial numbers are voluntarily blurred on the case back photography. CASE MATERIAL: Gold plated on sterling silver gold plated (Vermeil) Dial, case and movement signed. CASE DIMENSION(S): 23 x 30 mm (excluding the crown) DIAL: Ecaille Tortoise Shell lacquered Dial. With a light spider patina. Golden swords hands. FRONT GLASS: Mineral glass. MOVEMENT : Cartier 78-1 caliber (same caliber of the 18k solid gold Tank Louis Cartier model) Manual winding movement STRAP: New unbranded leather strap BUCKLE MATERIAL: Original Cartier Gold plated Buckle INCLUDED : Accompanied by its original Must de Cartier box. CONDITION REPORT : The watch was inspected by our professional watchmaker in Paris. The watch movement running well, keeping time. The case is in great condition, the glass is without mark, the dial is perfect with a light spider patina. Only thing to note is a gold plated lost barely visible on the case back (upper left). A true must have. Our complete description have value of certificate of authenticity and appraisal. In addition you can see a picture of the watch on a Cartier book...
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1970s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Citrine, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Howard Steel Oversized American Wrist Watch Manual Winding
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Howard & Co., New York STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Steel with Exhibition Back CIRCA / YEAR: 1921 Movement / European Case from 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm x Diameter 54mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Harry Winston Perpetual Calendar in 18k Rose Gold, Ref 200-mawpc-38
Located in Surfside, FL
ESTIMATED RETAIL: $41,800.00 YOUR PRICE: $25,900 Exquisite Harry Winston Perpetual Calendar in 18k rose gold on a 18k rose gold & rubber bracelet. Auto w/ sweep seconds, date, day, month and perpetual calendar. 38 mm case size. With box and papers. Ref 200-mawpc-38. Limited edition of 45 pieces. Circa 2000s. Fine Pre-owned Harry Winston Watch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Art Deco 14k Rose Gold Filled Gents Wristwatch by Bulova, Fully Serviced, c1944
Located in Westward ho, GB
For your consideration is this very stylish gents 14k rose gold filled wristwatch, made by Bulova watch company New York and dates to 1944. In super condition with stainless back fre...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Bulova Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial and Calendar Circa 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm x Diameter 33mm MOVEMENT / C...
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Omega Steel Custom Cased Oversized Wrist Watch Movement from 1900's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oversized with Exhibition Back METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1900's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 48mm x Diamete...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Lucien Piccard 14Kt. Solid White Gold Art Deco Pearl & Diamond Watch, circa 1940
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Lucien Piccard STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Diamond and Pearl METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 22mm MOVEMENT / CALIBE...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1920s Audemars Piguet Wristwatch, Platinum and 14 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mesh - White Gold 18 Karat Head - Platinum Diamond Details Color: G Clarity: VS Cut: Single Cut Carat: .6 Carats Features: Sapphire Baguettes French...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

Gruen Watch Company Open Faced Pocket Watch circa 1930s with Original Box
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow G.F CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE:...
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1830s Swiss Art Deco Antique Watches

Cartier 18 Karat Rose Gold Art Deco Style Wristwatch by Movado, circa 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier by Movado STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Style Bracelet Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Rose CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's / 50's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 20mm X Width 20...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

Gubelin Yellow Gold Oversize 1940s Gents Mechanical Wristwatch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Gubelin Gents Wrist watch, 45 M.M. Lug end to end X 31 M.M. 2 Piece 18K Yellow Gold stepped case with Fancy Flared Lugs. 17 Jewel Mechanical, ...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Stylish Art Deco Gents Wrist Watch Old Stock Never Worn, circa 1930
Located in Westward ho, GB
This fabulous watch is Swiss made, dating to the late 30's with a very distinctive dial that ensures this watch couldn't be mistaken for any other era. A luxurious design of its time...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

Steel

Art Deco Gents Tank Style Watch by Rubur, circa 1930
Located in Westward ho, GB
For those gents out there who desire a less than generic looking watch, who aspire for something not only classy but very distinctively Art Deco then this maybe the timepiece for you...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Watches

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Stainless Steel

Black Starr & Frost Silver Art Deco Oversized Watch, circa 1920s Handmade
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Black Starr & Frost Jewelers STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Width 24mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / CAL 10 1/2 L DIAL / HANDS: Original Engraved Silvered with Luminous Numerals / Blued Steel Luminous Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 20mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This rare vintage watch...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

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Silver

Waltham 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Watch with Original Dial and Buckle from 1926
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1926 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm X Width 22mm MOVEM...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

Waltham 14 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Campaign Style Watch One Hundred Years Old
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Military Campaign Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA YEAR: 1918 DIMENSIONS: Length 27mm X Diameter 26mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels / Sapphire Series DIAL / HANDS: Two Tone Silver with Arabic Numerals / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 14mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic American Military Style watch...
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1910s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Art Deco Platinum White Gold Diamond Emerald manual Wristwatch, 1920s
Located in Atlanta, GA
1920s Art Deco Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, 14 Karat White Gold Ladies Wrist Watch Features Bubble Crystal, 0.50 Carats Single Cut Diamonds, 0.40 Carats Colombian Emeralds, Platinum ...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Longines Yellow Gold Enamel Art Deco Oversized Pocket Manual Watch, 1919
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Pocket Wrist Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid DIMENSIONS: Length 42mm X Diameter 38mm CIRCA: 1920's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Cal. 17.89 DIAL / HANDS: Original Dial Silvered with Kiln Fired Enamel Print / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator 20mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT 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...
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Audemars Piguet Yellow Gold Art Deco Tank Scroll Lugs Wristwatch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an elegant hooded Audemars Piguet tank wristwatch with lovely curved aerodynamic case with a two-tone dial.
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Omega Art Deco Desk Clock with Breguet Style Engine Turned Dial, 1930s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: CIRCA / YEAR: DIMENSIONS: Length 8" x Width 8"x 3 1/2" MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 8 Day Mechanical DIAL /...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Cartier Art Deco Table Clock
Located in New York, NY
Late Art Deco table clock of geometrical design in red enamel on yellow gold, with small turquoise elements. Electric movement. Cartier, circa 1930.
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold

Antique, New and Vintage Watches

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, new and classic vintage 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, new and vintage watches on 1stDibs — we promise it will be worth your time.

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