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Cartier Tank Francaise WE1010R8 18K Yellow Gold & Diamond Service Papers
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Francaise 1840 Watch. This watch features a 28mm case made of 18K yellow gold and is adorned with a factory-set, two-row diamond bezel. The ivory dial includes blue stee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Breitling Chronomat B01 Bentley Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref AB0134
Located in Surfside, FL
Breitling Chronomat B01 Bentley in stainless steel with a rotating bezel and a green stick dial on a stainless steel band with a deployant buckle. Automatic w/ a chronograph. 42 mm c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gucci Estate Swiss Made Stainless Steel Ladies Wristwatch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Gucci Estate Swiss Made Stainless Steel Ladies Wristwatch G43 This iconic Gucci stainless steel watch is a timeless piece of luxury and style. The sleek design is crafted...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Chanel J12 Black Ceramic Chronograph Men's Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Chanel J12 Mens Watch. 41mm ceramic case. Ceramic bezel & Black dial with white luminous hands and Arabic numeral hour markers. The date is displayed between 4 & 5 o'clock position. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Datejust With Custom Made Green Dial and Diamond Bezel circa 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 36m...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Ladies Diamond Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Ladies late 1960's Omega diamond dress wristwatch. Crafted in 18k yellow gold accented with a 24 round cut diamonds along the bezel which are set in 18k white gold. Solid Omega mesh band. 24 round diamonds, G-VS approx. .48cts 18k yellow gold 56 grams Length: 14.12mm Width: 14.11mm Band width at case: 14mm Case thickness: 7.61mm Dial: gold Inside case: 750 8107 808828 Movement: Omega 484...
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Mid-20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage ROLEX Watch. 9k YG Rolex 4533 Square Tank Manual Wristwatch.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Rolex Square Mens Watch 9k Yellow Gold Ref 4533 Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1940s Beautiful Watch. New Genuine Leather band. 27mm square case
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1940s Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

9k Gold

Rado NCC 101 Automatic DAY/DATE TV Dial Gold Plated Full Original Watch
By RADO
Located in Toronto, CA
Description Brand: Rado Model: NCC101 Reference Number: 11945 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Gold Plated Stainless steel Measurements...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 1014 Oyster Perpetual Gold Capped Automatic w Paper 1960s RA236
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.1014 gold-capped automatic, Rolex's "Golden Egg", c.1960s, all original, with paper. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorge...
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1960s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Watches

Omega Watch. Omega Constellation Quartz 1552 Date Wristwatch. Mens Omega
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Omega Constellation Perpetual Calendar Ref 1552.30 1551/861 Silver Dial with Date EXCELLENT MINT CONDITION. Box with Original Paperwork. Condition: Excellent Condition. N...
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1990s Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere 1650 Blue MOP 18K White Gold Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere 1650 Ladies Watch. 27mm 18K white gold case. 18K white gold bezel with factory diamond sets. Blue Mother of Pearl dial with white gold hands and White gold Roman num...
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1990s Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm Platinum Dial Bezel Oyster Stainless Steel Watch 16622
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Yachtmaster Platinum Dial Bezel Steel Mens Watch 16622. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel oyster case 40.0 mm in diameter. Rolex...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Platinum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Yacht Master 16628 18K Yellow Gold Mens Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Yacht-Master Men's Watch 16628. This watch features a 40mm case made of 18K yellow gold and includes a unidirectional rotating bezel. The white dial is equipped with luminous g...
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1990s Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Santos 100 W20071Y1 Men's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 W20071Y1 Men's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold SKU: 135463 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Cartier Model: Santos 100 Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Mechanical: A...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

PIAGET Lapis Diamond Lapis Dial 18K Gold Ladies Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage  Piaget's ladies' watch in solid 18-karat white gold. Full-length with a large face  Embellished with factory set diamond. Sapphire Crystal, Genuine lapis Dial, 25mm case( w...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

GIRARD-PERREGAUX Late Retro 14k Men's Wristwatch
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous Girard-Perregaux men's wristwatch from the late Retro (ca1950s) era! Crafted in 14k yellow gold, the circular face of the watch features eleven gold dashes and a "12", whi...
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1950s Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold

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

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom MOP Dial And Diamond Bezel circa 1980's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Diamete...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Clerke Royal Pocket Watch – 18K Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Clerke Royal Pocket Watch – 18K Solid Yellow Gold This exquisite Clerke Royal pocket watch is crafted from 18K solid yellow gold and showcases exceptional craftsmanship. Manufacture...
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20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex President 1803 Day-Date 18K Gold 36mm Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex President 1803 Day-Date 18k Gold Watch with Aftermarket MOP Diamond Dial. Luxury at its finest. Material: 18k Yellow Gold Model: President Day-Date Ref: 1803 Movement: Swiss ...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex GMT-Master II Batgirl 126710BLNR
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A GMT-Master II Batgirl in Oystersteel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with the date and a blue second time zone hand. The ceramic blue and black bidirectional rotatable bezel featu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Longines Calatrava style 7839 Cal 284
Located in London, GB
This Longines Calatrava style 7839 is dated by the paperwork to October 1969 and comes with that original warranty paperwork, manual and box. Ope...
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1960s European Vintage Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master 226659 Black Dial 18K White Gold Watch Box Papers
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Yacht-Master 226659 Men's Watch. This watch features a 42mm case made of 18K white gold and a bidirectional bezel with an 18K white gold design and a blac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Franck Muller Ronde Chronograph 7002 CC Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
Franck Muller Ronde Chronograph 7002 CC Men's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 142271 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Franck Muller Model: Ronde Chronograph Country of Origin: Switzerland Mov...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 9Kt Solid Gold Two Tone Prince with Kiln Fired Enamel Printing 1938
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Prince / Reference 971 METAL / MATERIAL: 9Kt Two Tone Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1938 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Width 26m...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold

Patek Philippe 5068R Aquanaut Luce Chocolate Dial 18K Rose Gold Box & Papers
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Patek Philippe 5068R Aquanaut Luce Ladies Watch is a stunning timepiece designed specifically for women. With a case diameter of 36mm, it is crafted from luxurious 18K rose gold, giv...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Panthère Ruban W61002T9 Blue Mother Of Pearl Dial Ladies Watch
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Panthère Ruban W61002T9 is a refined timepiece that exemplifies Cartier's commitment to blending classic design with luxurious craftsmanship. Crafted from polished stainl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tiffany & Co. Open Face Pocket Watch - Yellow Gold 14k Mechanical
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Movement: Mechanical Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Silver Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Open Face Features: Roman numerals marking the 12, 2, 4, 8...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yacht Master II 116688 18K Yellow Gold Blue Ceramic 44mm Box Paper 2022
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116688 Serial: 5MH96*** Year: 2022 Model: Rolex Yacht Master II Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Blue Ceramic Bezel Dial: White Face: Sap...
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2010s Watches

Movado Ermeto Triple Calendar Moonphase Travel Watch – Ref. 1250/614 M
Located in Braintree, GB
Movado Ermeto Triple Calendar Moonphase Travel Watch – Ref. 1250/614 M This Movado Ermeto travel or purse watch is a hallmark of 20th-century innovation, combining elegant design wi...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Watches

Rolex Daytona 16518 18K Yellow Gold White Dial Mens Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Daytona 16518 Men's Watch. This watch features a 40mm case made of 18K yellow gold, paired with an 18K yellow gold bezel. The white dial is equipped with luminous gold hands an...
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1990s Watches

Materials

18k Gold

NEW Rolex Explorer 40mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 224270 B&P
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. 2024 card. Comes with the original box and papers.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Longines 14K Gold ref 3389, 22.L c1953 Rectangle Articulated Adaptive Lugs Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Timepieces by Longines have been long admired for their functionality, durability & power and this vintage example of dress mens' wristwatch is no exception Epitome of class & sop...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Cartier Pasha de Cartier WSPA0009 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Pasha de Cartier WSPA0009 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 137322 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Cartier Model: Pasha de Cartier Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: M...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Van Cleef & Arpels Charms 38MM 18K Rose Gold Diamond Watch VCARN01400
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Excellent condition. No original box and papers. It comes with a chronostore box. 2 year warranty. Van Cleef & Arpels Charms Wristwatch (Model: VCARN01400) General Inform...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Franck Muller Geneve Cintree Curvex Blue Dial with Diamond 18k White Gold Watch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This stunning ladies Franck Muller Geneve Cintree Curvex watch is the perfect blend of high-performance engineering and breathtaking aesthetics. Designed for those who appreciate lux...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Aesthetic Movement Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Longines Yellow Gold Watch 1970s
Located in Monaco, MC
Longines lady's watch: golden dial with applied yellow gold indexes, smooth bezel, manual winding movement and wrap bracelet in yellow gold. Dial 28 mm, bracelet internal diameter 5...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

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

Tudor Prince Date Chronograph Tiger Green 79280 Box & Papers
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Tudor Prince watch from the year 2000, featuring a round stainless steel case with a snap-back design. It is powered by an automatic movement and sh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier. A Rare Gold Half Hunter Slim Dress Pocket Watch C1930
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Cartier. A Rare 18ct Yellow Gold Half Hunter Keyless Lever Slim Dress Pocket Watch C1930 Dial: The original Silver matt dial signed Cartier with large Roman numerals outer minute track and subsidiary seconds dial at six o'clock. The beautiful original blued steel double spade hands and matching seconds hand. Case: The 18ct yellow gold Half Hunter Case with black enamel inlaid Roman numerals on the outside front cover and inlaid black enamel minute track. The back cover is plain. The inner cover is also plain. The cases are all hallmarked with import marks for London. The case is signed JC and numbered. Movement: This beautiful highly jewelled slim nickel finished movement, with compensation balance and blued steel hairspring. This is a top quality Swiss keyless lever movement made for Cartier. This lovely slim, elegant gold half hunter pocket watch...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Cellini 4015 18K Yellow Gold Orange Dial & Customized 10K Bracelet
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This exceptional Rolex watch, crafted in Switzerland, showcases a luxurious design that exemplifies the brand's dedication to craftsmanship and elegance. The timepiece features a precise manual movement, ensuring reliability and accuracy. The striking orange dial serves as a bold focal point, elegantly housed within an 18k gold case that is enhanced by a snap case back. This combination of materials not only provides durability but also adds a touch of sophistication. Complementing the watch is an aftermarket band made of 10k yellow gold, further elevating its luxurious aesthetic. With a total weight of 82.0 grams and a length of 17.5 cm, this watch is both substantial and comfortable, making it a distinguished accessory for any collection. Circa 1980 Rolex Watch Model...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Date 1503 34mm 14k Gold Automatic Diamond dial 1970s NA112
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1503 automatic, c.1970s, in pristine vintage condition with gorgeous aftermarket diamond hour set. Verified au...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Daytona 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Sticks Dial Men Watch 116518LN
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned mint-like new condition. 2020 card. Box and papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Daytona Model Number: 116518LN Style: Luxury Department: Men Year Manufa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Custom Finished Red Dial Late 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500-1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm x Diamete...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breguet Classique Power Reserve 7137BB/11/9V9 Men's Watch in White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Breguet Classique Power Reserve 7137BB/11/9V9 Men's Watch in White Gold SKU: 135019 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Breguet Model: Classique Power Reserve Country of Origin: Switzerland Mo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch embodies timeless sophistication. Its sleek stainless steel case exudes a modern charm, while the iconic dial showcases a blend of l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Platinum Vintage Elgin Diamond Watch
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies antique Platinum and diamond Elgin wristwatch. Stamped platinum. The back of case is lightly engraved, Noel 1934. The case without the moveme...
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Mid-20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Unworn Rolex Lady-Datejust Reference# 279381rbr, Complete set, 2025
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Lady-Datejust 279381RBR-0013 – Everose Rolesor Glamour with Mother-of-Pearl Dial, Diamonds, and Rubies The Rolex Lady-Datejust 279381RBR-0013 is a breathtaking example of fine...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage 1950s 18K Yellow Gold Cortebert Swiss Watch with Black Leather Strap
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A vintage yellow gold watch, with champagne dial, 18 karat yellow gold watch case, and black leather strap with yellow metal fittings. This elegant vintage cocktail watch is lozenge shaped and crafted in yellow gold. The gold has a soft, slightly rosy hue, and is complete with a champagne dial. The dial sports hour markers by way of dots and batons and has grooved loops at the top and bottom of the watch case, to which the strap is fastened. The black leather cord watch...
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1950s Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Rolex Steel O.P Date With Custom Made M.O.P Dial and Diamond Bezel circa 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle Watch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Ladies Italian 14 Karat Diamond Bangle Watch. The case is 18 Karat and the bangle bracelet 14 Karat. This gorgeous timepiece features thirty prong-set round diamonds on the bezel and...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Pasha 38mm Stainless Steel Watch with Aftermarket Diamonds Roman Dial
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier Pasha Roman Dial Diamond Stainless Steel Watch – Elegance Meets Luxury Brand: Cartier Model: Pasha Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 38mm Bezel: Stainless Ste...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel, Steel

Patek Philippe 5035R Annual Calendar Complicated watch, Circa 2000 full Set
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Patek Philippe 5035R Complicated Annual Calendar. The watch is made in 18K rose gold with a 24 hour indication, Day, Date, Month, Circa 2000. The Dial is silvered white, with raised rose gold Roman numerals, radium hand, The watch is fitted with an 35-jewel, 315/198 caliber automatic movement number 3131116; case # 4085708. The case has a see through sapphire back, and is water resistant to 100 feet. The watch is accompanied with a Patek Philippe alligator strap...
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Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tudor Prince Oysterdate 9152 Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Tudor Model: Prince Oysterdate Referance: 9152 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Stainless Steel Measurements :34mm diameter (excludin...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel circa 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel & Diamond & Sapphire Bezel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE:...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vetta 18ct gold watch 1960s men
Located in Milano, MI
Vintage watch from the 1960s circa signed Vetta in 18ct gold. Manual winding mechanical movement. Working order. Highlights - 1960s period circa - 18ct solid gold - Manual winding m...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold

1960's Ulysse Nardin Vintage Mens Automatic "TV" Watch - Stainless Steel
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating on other online sites. 1960's ULYSSE NARDIN Vintage...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Anglaise de Cartier WT100008 Women's Watch in White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Anglaise de Cartier WT100008 Women's Watch in White Gold SKU: 136929 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Cartier Model: Tank Anglaise de Cartier Country of Origin: Switzerland Mov...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier 36mm Guilloche Dial Mechanical Watch WSBB0048
Located in Aventura, FL
Floating like a balloon and as blue as the cabochon safely nestled in its side, the Ballon Bleu watch by Cartier adds a dash of elegance to male and female wrists alike. Roman numera...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

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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