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Watches For Sale
Rolex Cellini Classic 18k white Gold Men's Watch 5115/9
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Cellini Classic 18k white Gold Men's Watch 5115/9 - Manual winding. 18k white gold case (32 mm). Jubilee white dial with raised white gold Roman numerals. Black Rolex strap wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Omega Stainless Steel Cream Dial Arab Numbers Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY:
No additional costs will be added to this order.
Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included).
Ref. 2503. Made in 1950’s
Case th...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
Bvlgari Parentesi Diamond & 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch, Ref BJ01
By Bulgari
Located in Honolulu, HI
Authentic Bvlgari Parentesi ladies bracelet watch in 18k yellow gold, Ref. BJ 01. This stunning watch features a 20mm 18k gold case with closed solid snap back. The watch has an gold dial Pave' set with diamonds covering the whole face and yellow gold hour and minute hands. The watch has a quartz movement. The iconic Bvlgari Parentesi bracelet...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Orange Dial & Custom Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
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...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex 126333 Jubilee Datejust 41 Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126333
Serial: 3A260***
Year: 2021
Model: Datejust 41
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: Champagn...
Category
2010s Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Concord Mariner SG Ref. 15.72.115.V13 Men's Quartz Date Watch
Located in New York, NY
A sleek Concord Watch from the 20th century, featuring a distinctive octagonal case with a black textured dial. The watch is crafted in stainless steel, accented with a gold-tone bez...
Category
20th Century Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Duoface Tourbillon Watch Ref. Q392242J
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Duoface Tourbillon (ref. Q392242J), featuring the JLC Caliber 847 manual-winding movement; silvered, sunray-brushed front dial with flying tourbillon...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe ref 3306 18K Gold Cocktail Ladies' Watch in Original Box, c1962.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
"You never actually own a Patek Philippe. You merely look after it for the next generation."
This sophisticated ladies’ timepiece is a rare & classy
18K Gold Retro Patek Philippe ref 3306
ladies’ cocktail wristwatch
An epitome of timeless luxury & sophistication,
this ladies’ dress watch is dating from c1962
yet it’s in beautiful condition & in excellent working order
This exquisite timepiece features:
18K Solid Yellow Gold Case,
well-proportioned & comfortable,
measuring 18mm,
featuring elegant single lugs & signed crown,
Caseback is numbered (2627782; 3306 1) &
stamped 18K 750 on inside, bearing Swiss hallmarks,
signed Patek Philippe
Beige coloured Dial is in beautiful original condition,
adorned with grey coloured, easy to read baton indexes
Powered by Patek Philippe Swiss Manual Movement,
caliber 13.5, 20 jewels, signed & numbered
The watch secures on a wrist with
an 18K solid gold bracelet...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex 16013 Datejust 36mm Purple Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16013
Serial: 8982***
Year: 1986
Model: Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: Custom Purple D...
Category
1980s Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date 41mm Steel Ceramic Black Dial Men Automatic Watch 126610LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Excellent condition. Comes with the original box and papers.
* Free Shipping within the USA
* Three-year warranty coverage
* 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers ...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Steel
Ebel Brasilia E9255M41 Stainless Steel 33mm Watch Full Set
By Ebel
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Ebel
Model: Brasilia
Reference: E9255M41
Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland
Movement: Quartz
Case Material: Stainless steel
Measurements : Case width: 33mm x 44 mm. (wi...
Category
2010s European Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 116244 36mm Black Diamond Dial & Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116244
Serial: 0070W***
Year: 2010- Now
Model: Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Original Factory Diamond Bezel
Dial: Original Fac...
Category
2010s Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
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
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Mother of Pearl Dial circa, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43...
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Platinum Vintage Pery Diamond Ladies Watch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: manual wind
Function: hours, minutes
Case: 15mm platinum, diamond bezel
Band: platinum diamond
Dial: silver
Serial: 099XXX
Does not come with box or papers
Guaranteed to be...
Category
20th Century Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, Silver
Cartier 18k Gold Tank Francaise Chronograph XL Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph XL in 18K Gold In Leather Strap. Quartz movement with 28mm case and 3 subdails chronograph function. Keeps perfect time, complete with original box...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Retro Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Omega Constellation Perpetual Calendar 1252.30 Men's Watch Full Bar #15795
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Omega Constellation Perpetual Calendar Men's Watch
Model: 1252.30.00
Serial: 56649405
This men's omega constellation is set in stainless ste...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
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
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Rectangular rf.6009
Located in Berlin, BE
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Rectangular
Experience a unique take on the iconic Royal Oak with this rare and distinguished model. The Royal Oak Rectangular in 18kt yellow gold offers a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Peter Suchy Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Classic ladies rectangular tank watch with a five row full length 14k panther band and gold tone dial. Reliable Swiss ETA quartz movement and at a current length of 7.5 inches. This ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 26mm Custom White MOP Diamond Dial 8+2, Diamond/Emerald Bezel. Two Tone Watch with Jubilee Band 69173.
This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serv...
Category
1990s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
de GRISOGONO New Retro W G S01
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York, NY
• Quartz with automatic animation module
• Pink Gold case set with 35 white Diamonds
• Sapphire crystal case back
• White opalin dial flinqué, Arabic numerals set with 31 white
• Dia...
Category
2010s Watches
Audemars Piguet Survivor Limited Edition Watch
Located in Feasterville, PA
A limited edition of 1000 pieces Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Survivor in Black PVD Titanium with Black Ceramic Bezel on Black Rubber Strap with Black Dial 2616510.00.A002CA.01...
Category
2010s Watches
Materials
Titanium
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch
By Cartier
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Nautilus 7118/1R-010 'Ladies' Rose Gold Golden Dial (2022)
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Patek Philippe Nautilus 7118/1R-010 is a radiant ladies’ timepiece that captures the essence of refined luxury. Crafted entirely from 18k rose gold, its ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Orange Diamond Dial and Bezel circa, 1970's
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 ...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Black Dial circa, 1972
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1005
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel / Solid White Gold Bezel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1972
DIMENSIONS / S...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
CARTIER Estate Stainless Steel Tank Française Watch
By Cartier
Located in Narberth, PA
This sleek and stylish estate watch is a signed Cartier timepiece! The Swiss made watch, which is a Tank Française, has a stainless steel design with a square-shaped face and gate-li...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier santos 100 W200728G 18K Two-Tone W/Card 7/24 silver dial
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Santos-100 W200728G Mens Watch. 41.3 mm stainless steel case with 18K yellow gold fixed bezel and silver dial with black steel luminous hands and black Roman numeral hour mar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex 1675 GMT Master Pepsi Red & Blue Stainless Steel Box Service Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1675
Serial: 2088***
Year: 1969
Model: GMT Master
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Red & Blue "Pepsi"
Dial: Black...
Category
1960s Vintage Watches
Mens Rolex Oyster Date 1503 34mm 14k Gold Automatic Diamond dial 1970s NA112
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1503 automatic, c.1970s, in pristine vintage condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Role...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra VCARO8WW00 Diamond Mother-of-pearl Watch 2023
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra VCARO8WW00 Diamond Mother-of-Pearl Watch (2023) features the iconic Alhambra motif with diamond accents and a mother-of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Black Dial circa, 1970's
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 43mm X Diameter 3...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Waltham Presidential Presentation Model 1862 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Waltham Presidential Presentation Model 1862 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch - Manual winding; 19 Jewels. heavy 18K gold original P.B. HC with black ...
Category
20th Century American Watches
14k Longines Tank Watch. 1960s LONGINES Mens Wristwatch Manual Windup
By Longines
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Extremely Rare late 60s Longines 14k yellow gold Men's Tank wrist watch.
Manual Windup movement.
24mm by 30mm Rectangle Case.
Comes with original package. Original Box and Pape...
Category
1960s Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tudor Prince Date Chronograph Tiger Green 79280 Box & Papers
By Tudor
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Air King With Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 35m...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Gondolo, Platinum, Mechanical, Full set Box & Papers, Ref. 5098P
Located in Antwerp, BE
Patek Philippe Gondolo, Platinum, Mechanical, Full set with Box and Papers Collectors Watch Reference 5098P
Model: Gondolo
Reference: 5098P
Movement: Manual winding, mechanical mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Watches
Materials
Platinum
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
18 Kt Gold Franck Muller Big Ben Alarm Wrist Watch, Ref 2851 AL
Located in Antwerp, BE
Franck Muller Big Ben 2851 AL, 18 kt. Yellow Gold Case & Buckle, Collectors watch Case Number 0 !!!!
Was sold or given only to very close friends of Franck Muller !
Movement: Manual...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Gold
Rolex Submariner Hulk Green Steel Ceramic Automatic Mens Watch B&P 116610LV
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Excellent condition. Comes with the original box and papers.
* Free Shipping within the USA
* Three-year warranty coverage
* 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buye...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Steel
Bvlgari Estate Sapphire Crystal Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 38 mm
By Bulgari
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bvlgari Estate Sapphire Crystal Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 38 mm B12
This elegant Authentic Bvlgari Watch is made of stainless steel.
Newly polished
TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002
P...
Category
1990s Swiss Watches
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Sapphire, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Panthère Medium Model Steel 18k Yellow Gold Watch W2PN0007
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1818
Brand Cartier
Model No. W2PN0007
Retail Price £9,050 incl. VAT / $10,000 / € 10 800 incl. VAT
____________________________________
Date Circa 2000
Gender Unisex / Women
B...
Category
Early 2000s French Watches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Steel, Stainless Steel, Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 1940 Brooch Wristwatch 18Kt Gold Gia Certified 9.87 Ctw Diamonds Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
Art-Deco convertible jeweled Brooch-Wristwatch.
An unusual historical piece from the American art deco period, created between the 30's and 40's. Was designed in the shape of a corn...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Ruby, Star Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
New Rolex Datejust 126300 Jubilee Steel Blue Roman Dial Automatic Watch B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with an original box and papers. 5-year Rolex warranty.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Tank Solo XL W5200028/3800 Stainless Steel Mens Watch Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Solo XL W5200028 / 3800 Mens Watch. 31mm X 40.5mm lug to lug, stainless steel case. Silver dial with blue steel hands and Roman numeral hour markers. The date is display...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Sterling Silver Omega De Ville Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
STERLING SILVER OMEGA DE VILLE MECHANICAL WRIST WATCH
COLLECTORS PIECE IN NEW CONDITION !
MOVEMENT: Mechanical Manual Winding
FUNCTIONS: hours, minutes
CASE: silver, diameter 36 ...
Category
20th Century Swiss Artisan Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel 18K Yellow Gold Black Diamond Dial Men’s Watch 126333
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. It comes with an original box and paper.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Rotonde Large Date Retrograde Dual Time Day Night Box Papers W1556368
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Rotonde de Cartier, reference W1556368, is a sophisticated timepiece that combines classic design with practical complications. Housed in a 42mm stainless steel case, it ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex President Day Date II 218349 41mm Diamond Dial Bezel 18K White Gold 2013
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 218349
Serial: Q7906***
Year: 2013
Model: President Day Date II
Case Material: 18K White Gold
Band: 18K White Gold
Bezel: Factory Diamond Bezel
Dial: Factory Diamond ...
Category
2010s Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
18K Gold Vintage Omega Manual Ladies Watch
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Ladies Omega Watch in 18K Gold
This timeless vintage Omega watch is crafted entirely from 18K gold, showcasing classic elegance and preci...
Category
1990s Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN Stainless Steel Aftermarket Custom Made Pink Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN is a renowned dive watch reimagined here with a distinctive aftermarket aesthetic. Originally crafted in stainless steel w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
NEW Rolex Datejust 36mm 126200 Steel Mint Green Dial Automatic Watch B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with an original box and papers.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Steel
Small Vintage Ladies Watch Signed Danis
Located in Vannes, FR
This Danis Prestige watch is a masterpiece of watchmaking, combining elegance and innovation. The bracelet, mounted on small moving padlocks, adds a unique and sophisticated touch to...
Category
20th Century French Watches
Mens Rolex Ref 1601 Oyster Datejust 18k SS Automatic 1970s Vintage RJC189B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.1601 automatic, c.1971. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed champa...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Colisee Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is a fabulous 18k yellow gold Cartier watch from the Colisee collection. The watch features quartz movement, a sapphire set in the crown and an...
Category
20th Century Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Omega Cosmic Triple Date Moon, Ref 2471, day date moonphase, Collectors
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Omega Cosmic Triple Date Moon Reference 2471-3 , Extremely rare & collectors from the 1950 s.
Movement: Manual winding caliber 381
Case: Stainless steel...
Category
20th Century Swiss Artisan Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
New Rolex Datejust 41 Mint Green New Release Steel White Gold Watch 126334
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The latest release Rolex m126334-0027 is nicknamed Mint Green. This watch is 100% Unworn and comes with the Original Box and Warranty Card. Comes with a 5-year Chronostore warranty.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
White Gold, Steel
Antique, Vintage and Luxury Watches for Sale: Shop Rolex Watches, Omega Watches and Cartier Watches on 1stDibs
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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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