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Watches For Sale
Longines Vintage 1948 Dress Watch Dennison Case Manual Wind
By Longines
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1948 Longines Dress Watch Dennison Case Manual Wind
Step back in time with this authentic 1948 Longines dress watch, a true vintage pie...
Category
1940s European Vintage Watches
Materials
Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 36mm 18k SS Date Automatic 1980s RA397
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.16013 automatic, c.1987, in excellent aesthetic and working condition. Verified authentic by a ...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
2022 Vacheron Constantin éGérie 8005F 37MM Moonphase Diamond 18K Rose Gold Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Vacheron Constantin
Gender: Ladies
Metal Type: 18K Rose Gold
Diameter: 37.00 mm
Weight: 71.26 grams
18K Rose Gold diamond VACHERON CONSTANTIN Swiss made watch with origin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Lady's 14k White Gold Vintage Hamilton Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Addison, TX
For a fancy night out, or a casual evening this watch is great for elegant touch to your appearance. This vintage 14K White gold watch and 14K wh...
Category
Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Omega Men's Classic Automatic Rose Gold Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century 1960's Omega Men's Classic Automatic gold wristwatch, a timepiece that epitomizes elegance and sophistication. This wristwatch showcases Omega's ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Jaeger Le Coultre. A Rare $20 Gold Coin Watch C1971
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rare Vintage, Jaeger Le Coultre Twenty Dollar Double Eagle Gold Coin Watch, with it's Original Box C1971.
Dial: The original condition ...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6084 14k Gold 34mm Automatic 1950s Vintage NA133B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic luxury, Men's solid 14k gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6084 semi bubble back automatic dress watch, c.1952, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, white Rolex signed dial, applied gold dagger indice hour markers, gilt minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, hands and dial in excellent, vintage condition, minor discoloration due to age. Acrylic crystal. 14k gold smooth bezel over 14k solid gold case measuring 34mm in diameter, in pristine, vintage condition. 17-Jeweled Rolex cal.645 automatic movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition. Fitted on new, aftermarket leather strap. A timeless classic, luxurious Men's 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6084...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold
$7,184 Sale Price
20% Off
Diamond Adorned Vintage Hamilton Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Addison, TX
Beautiful 14K white gold link-style bracelet pairs with the vintage Hamilton mechanical wind wristwatch effortlessly for an elegant look. This piec...
Category
Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Yellow Dial circa, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 3...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe 5065/1 Aquanaut 18K Yellow Gold W/Archives Unpolished
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Patek Philippe Aquanaut Jumbo 5065/1 Men's Watch. This watch features a 38mm case crafted from 18K yellow gold, complemented by an octagonal 18K yellow gold bezel. The black dial is ...
Category
1990s Watches
Materials
Mixed Metal
Tag Heuer Connected Kingsman 45 Titanium&Gold Digital Ref: SBF8A8023
By TAG Heuer
Located in București, București
The watch is in a very good condition and it’s working well. It shows slight signs of wear. It comes with 4 additional straps original from Tag Heuer. The watch comes with the origi...
Category
2010s Romanian Watches
Materials
Gold, Titanium
Lady's 14K Yellow Solid Gold Concord quartz Watch Factory Marked Case 6 inch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lady's 14K Yellow Solid Gold Concord quartz Watch Factory Marked Case 6 inch
Wrist Length 6 inch
Case 18 mm by 15 mm
Bracelet 10 mm wide
Marking "585", etc
Condition working not ...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold
Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Diamond Dial and Diamond and Emerald Bezel
By Rolex
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 42mm X Diamete...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Large Scale Ladies Vintage Bueche Girod Yellow Gold and Diamond Wrist Watch
By Bueche Girod
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This striking and large scale ladies vintage Bueche Girod wrist watch is crafted from 18k yellow gold and is pavee set with an approximate t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens Rolex Ref 1503 Oyster Perpetual Date 18k Solid Gold Automatic 1960s RJC156
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref.1503 solid 18k gold automatic, c.1960s. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold dial, applied gol...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
$9,520 Sale Price
20% Off
Breitling Superocean 48mm Watch
By Breitling
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-Owned Breitling Superocean Automatic 48 Watch Crafted in Titanium Featuring A Yellow Dial and Black Rubber Strap. Includes Original Box and Active Warranty Card. Model E17369.
Category
2010s Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona 116523 Tahitian MOP Dial Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Daytona 116523 Men's Watch. This watch features a 40mm stainless steel case with an 18K yellow gold tachymeter bezel. It has a dark mother-of-pearl dial with g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Blancpain Platinum Diamond Hidden Watch
By Blancpain
Located in New York, NY
A stunning display of brilliance, this exquisite bracelet features a lavish array of round diamonds meticulously set in a captivating cluster design. Each diamond sparkles with unmat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
$32,192 Sale Price
20% Off
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 25860ST Blue Dial Mens Watch With Box & Papers
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 25860ST.O.1110ST.SS Mens Watch. 39mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel octagon bezel. Blue tapestry dial with steel luminous hands and index hour marker...
Category
1990s Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Watch Movado Movement
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Watch Movado Movement
A refined expression of timeless elegance, this vintage 1970s Tiffany & Co. ladies’ watch is meticulously crafted from lu...
Category
1970s Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Juvenia MACHO 88.72 Grams Yellow Gold Unisex Wristwatch
By Juvenia
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable unisex wristwatch created and signed by Juvenia, weighing 88.72 grams. Finely made with 18K yellow gold. Marked 18K, 0.750.
8 inches in length
Engraved with initials...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch Roman Numerals 1565 W20056D6
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch Roman Numerals 1565 W20056D6 - Quartz. Stainless steel case (24mm x 35mm). Cream dial with steel roman numerals. Stainless steel Santos brace...
Category
20th Century Swiss Watches
Rolex Submariner 41mm 18K Yellow Gold Ceramic Black Dial Watch 126618LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned excellent condition. 2023 card. Box and papers.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Tag Heuer Link WJ131C.BA0573 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel
By TAG Heuer
Located in New York, NY
Tag Heuer Link WJ131C.BA0573 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel
SKU: 116428
PRIMARY DETAILS
Brand: Tag Heuer
Model: Link
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Movement Type: Quartz: Batter...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Extraordinary Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Chanel 'Chocolat' Unisex Digital Watch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This extraordinary, vintage CHANEL quartz wristwatch, crafted entirely of 18k yellow gold, is part of their collection called "Chocolat." Crafted as a continuous band of motifs in th...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air King Stainless Steel 34mm 114200
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 114200 timepiece, manufactured in 2010.
Condition: Mint/Excellent with Original Box
Model: Oyster Perpetual Air King
Case Material: Stainless Steel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Cougar Wristwatch Ref 887907. Diamond Bezel, 18ct Yellow Gold, 1990..
By Cartier
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and very attractive Cartier Cougar, reference 887907, features a 26mm yellow case with diamond bezel, and the desirable panthere 18k yellow gold bracelet. Presented in ex...
Category
1990s Watches
Omega 14Kt Solid White Gold Ladies 1950's Dress Watch with 1 Carat of Diamonds
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century / Reference A7699
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid White Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X D...
Category
1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
2024 Rolex Sea Dweller 126600 43mm Red Letters Black Ceramic Steel Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126600
Serial: 2KG98***
Year: 2024
Model: Rolex Red Sea Dweller
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Black Ceramic
Dial: Black With Red Letter...
Category
2010s Watches
Materials
Steel
Bulgari Diagono AL38TA
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
This Bulgari Diagono is accompanied with its original box, manuals and papers dated August 2001 in addition to our 12-month warranty.
The Bulgari Diagono, model AL38TA, features a 3...
Category
Early 2000s European Watches
$1,832
Antique 2.36 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1920s 2.36 carat diamond, platinum and 9 karat white gold cocktail watch; part of our collection of diamond watches.
This stunning, fine and ...
Category
1920s Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Gold Steel Custom Dial Blue Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. Custom diamond dial and bezel
General Information:
Brand: Rolex
Model: Rolex Datejust
Model Number: 69173
Type: Wristwatch
Department: Women
Style: Casual...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
Steel
Piaget Protocole MOP Diamond Dial Bezel Watch 20 MM 18KT White Gold 5355 M601D
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Piaget Protocole Mother of Pearl wrist watch, measuring 20 MM and containing 48 high quality round brilliants weighing approximately 0.40 carats.
Quartz Movement
18 Karat White Gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Omega Constellation 25.5 mm Two Tone MOP Dial Diamond Quartz Ref 8951201
By Omega
Located in București, București
The watch is in a very good condition and it’s working well. It shows slight signs of wear and scratches. The watch comes with an AGS Jewelry wooden box, along with an AGS Jewelry wa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Watches
Materials
Diamond
Rolex Datejust 41 126331 Wimbledon Dial 18K Rose Gold Stainless Steel Box
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126331
Serial: E7686***
Model: Rolex Datejust 41
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Rose Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Fluted ...
Category
2010s Watches
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Silvered Dial and Gilt Markers
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 3802/200 Hobnail Mens Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 3802/200 Hobnail Mens Watch - Automatic. 18k yellow gold case with hobnail finish (33mm). White dial with black baton hands, black Roman numeral hour markers. Black Patek Philippe leather band...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Piaget Polo 18K Yellow Gold Diamond-Set Ladies Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
Piaget Polo Yellow Gold Diamond-Set Ladies Wristwatch
A timepiece from Piaget, this Polo ladies' wristwatch exudes luxury and elegance with its diamond-accented bezel and classic ye...
Category
1990s European Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Rolex Vintage 1966 Steel Air-king Automatic with Sunburst Dial
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Air-King Reference 5500. 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster case. Caliber 1520 Automatic, Self winding movement, excellent Mint conditi...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Must 21 Chronoscaph Stainless Steel Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier Must 21 Chronoscaph Stainless Steel Watch
Stainless steel case with roman numerals and black baton dial with iconic Cartier logo pattern.
Featuring a date indicator at 4 o’...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 6827 31mm Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A midsize Rolex Datejust ref. 6827 crafted in 18k yellow gold. Featuring a silver dial with applied diamond hour markers and a fluted yellow gold bezel. The watch is also fitted with...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Solo W5200005 Stainless Steel Leather Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301293
Comes With Box Only
Date 2018
Model W5200005
Serial Number 31**********
Metal Stainless steel
Weight Approximately 30.43 g
Condition Excellent
Other Info Approximate dim...
Category
2010s French Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Movado Ermetoscope Men's Hand Wind Date Travel Pocket Watch
By Movado
Located in New York, NY
This distinctive Movado Ermetoscope watch boasts a unique sliding case design with a textured black exterior, exuding both innovation and style. The watch features a sleek rectangula...
Category
20th Century Watches
Vintage Rodania Men's Watch 17 Jewel Swiss
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage Rodania Swiss watch for men. 17 Jewels, manual wind ,leather strap. Case #5987, gold-plated with steel base, 34mm. Working order white dial, i...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
Urwerk UR-210Y Black Hawk Limited Edition Wristwatch
By Urwerk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Urwerk UR-210Y "Black Hawk" wristwatch, featuring the self-winding Calibre UR-7.10 movement with a 39-hour power reserve; black dial with hours, minutes & markers painted in Super-Lu...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Titanium
Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Pocket watch designed by Waltham.
Beautiful hunting pocket watch, created in Massachusetts United States by the A.W Waltham Watch Company, circ...
Category
1880s American Victorian Antique Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,188 Sale Price
20% Off
Omega Steel Open Faced Enamel Dial Pocket Watch from 1920's
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: Nickel Silver
CIRCA / YEAR: 1928 / 29
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 49mm
MOVEMENT / C...
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe 1928-1929 Early Cushion Ladies Watch, 18K, Breguet Dial Sold 1933
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Patek Philippe 1928-1929 Early Cushion Ladies Watch; Made in 18K yellow gold measuring 21 x 21mm with a silvered dial, black Breguet numerals, Blue steel hands. The watch is fitted...
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Ladies Vannerie 18K Yellow Gold Watch 12.0504
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany & Co. Ladies Vannerie 18K Yellow Gold Watch 12.0504 - Quartz. 18K Yellowy gold case with diamond bands on each end of watch ( 15 x 22mm); Sixteen diamonds total. White dial w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Cartier Tank Française Certified 1830
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph XL in 18K Gold In Leather Strap. Quartz movement with 28mm case and three subdial chronograph functions.
Category
20th Century Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex 18k datejust 28mm diamond bezel blue diamond dial presidential bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Datejust 279138 RBR ladies' watch. It features a 28mm 18K yellow gold case and an 18K yellow gold bezel set with factory diamonds. The watch has a blue dial, gold hands, and fa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 126233 Black Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126233
Serial: 58W37***
Year: 2018
Model: Rolex Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: Factory Bla...
Category
2010s Watches
Cartier Roadster Diamond White Gold 18K Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Cartier Roadster Diamond White Gold 18K Wristwatch.
Signed Cartier, numbered and marked.
Fully polished.
Wrist length: 15.5 centimeters.
Additional links available on request. Extra...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1930 Wrist Watch in .900 Platinum with 4.98 Ctw in Round Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
At deco platinum wristwatch.
Beautiful highly decorated lady wristwatch, made in America during the art deco period, back in the 1930. This elegant wristwatch has been crafted in so...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
$3,988 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Datejust 36mm Blue Index Dial Steel White Gold Jubilee Men's Watch 116234
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust 36mm 116234 with Blue Index Dial Features steel and white gold finish, always featuring an 18k white gold fluted bezel and a Jubilee case and bracelet. It's widely sou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches
Materials
White Gold, Steel
Omega DeVille 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Omega
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The OMEGA De Ville is an elegant round watch designed for those who appreciate both style and precision. It features a 24mm white dial adorned with stick indexes, providing a clean a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roman Dial Automatic Men's Watch 116200
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned good condition. Comes with an original box and papers.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Green Roman Dial And Diamond Bezel ca 1960's
By Rolex
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 39m X Diameter...
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
French, 1960s, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Omega Lady's Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Watch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
The case is round, the golden bottom slightly pricked marked "Omega Swiss Made". The back is numbered 4...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 25970ST Stainless Steel Hong Kong Edition
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 25970ST
Year: Est. 1997
Model: Royal Oak Offshore - Hong Kong Edition
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Dial: Blue
Face: ...
Category
1990s Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Antique, Vintage and Luxury Watches for Sale: Shop Rolex Watches, Omega Watches and Cartier Watches on 1stDibs
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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.
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