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Rolex Datejust 126234 Blue Jubilee Diamond Dial Steel 18K Gold Bezel Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126234 Serial: 4ND21*** Year: 2020 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel Dial: Blue Diamond J...
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2010s Swiss Watches

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Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Cartier Tortue Watch 18k Gold and Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless elegance of the Cartier Tortue Watch—a stunning blend of luxury and craftsmanship. This large-sized (43mm x 38mm) master...
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2010s European Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

NEW Rolex Datejust 41mm Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Motif Dial Watch 126333 B&P
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Comes with an original box and papers.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust 26mm 18k Gold Steel Jubilee Dial Automatic Ladies Watch 179173
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. 6 inches wrist size. Comes with an original box but no papers. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Rolex Submariner Date Stainless Steel & Yellow Gold 116613LB
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Submariner Date in stainless steel and yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a blue dial, complemented by a yellow gold uni-directional rotatable bezel which has a blue ceramic inse...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster 231.10.30.61.02.001 LADIES
Located in London, GB
Seamaster 231.10.30.61.02.001Seamaster 231.10.30.61.02.001 - Image 2Seamaster 231.10.30.61.02.001 - Image 3Seamaster 231.10.30.61.02.001 - Image 4Seamaster 231.10.30.61.02.001 - Imag...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Watches

Rolex Datejust 279381RBR Diamond MOP Dial Two-Tone Watch Box Papers
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Datejust 279381 RBR Ladies Watch. This elegant timepiece features a 28mm stainless steel case and an 18K rose gold bezel accented with factory diamonds. The mother of pearl dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Diamond Classique Ladies Watch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Van Cleef & Arpels diamond ladies wristwatch from iconic jeweler’s Classique collection in 18 karat yellow gold. Elegant and feminine, as all Van Cleef & Arpels creations, this watch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Longines Vintage 1960's Manual 17 jewels 19mm Ladies' Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This classical Vintage Longines ladies’ wristwatch is in great condition & in excellent working order Simple & timeless, it is an ideal watch...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Engine Turned Bezel circa, 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1007 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diam...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu W6920033 Mother of Pearl Steel/18k Rose Gold 36mm Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Model Name: Ballon Bleu Reference Number: W6920033 Movement: Automatic self-winding movement Material: Stainless Steel / 18k Rose Gold Dial: Mother of Pearl with Black...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Pearl, Rose Gold, Steel

Omega, De Ville Electronic men's wristwatch. Approx. 1970.
Located in bronshoj, DK
Omega, De Ville Electronic men's wristwatch. Approximately 1970. The watch is running. With date display. In excellent condition. The steel bracelet is not original and needs cleanin...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

NEW Rolex Sky-Dweller Jubilee Steel 18K White Gold Blue Dial Watch 336934
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. Box and papers. Comes with 5 year Rolex warranty.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Tissot 18k Gold Ladies Five Row Panther Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Tissot Ladies Five row panther link wristwatch. 18k gold quartz wristwatch with day date. Circa 2000's. Full length may be shortened. Length just under 7.25 Inches. Length: 35.05mm Width: 26mm Band width at case: 14mm Case thickness: 5.05mm Band: 18k gold band Crystal: sapphire Dial: white with gold markers Outside case: 750 Inside case: Tissot 18k...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Lady Oyster Date 6917 18k Gold SS Automatic 1980s Swiss Luxury RA400
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Rolex 18k gold and stainless steel Lady Oyster Perpetual Date automatic, c.1983, in excellent aesthetic and working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex linen...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Rolex 278241 Datejust Midsize 31mm Rose Color Dial 18K Rose Gold Stainless Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 278241 Serial: 814YZ231 Model: Midsize Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Rose Color Dial Fa...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Datejust Two-Tone 14k Gold & Steel Men's Watch 16013
Located in New York, NY
This classic vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust is crafted in a timeless two-tone design of 14k yellow gold and stainless steel. It features the iconic day and date display on a...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Bulgari Serpenti 18K Gold Diamond Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari 18K rose gold Serpenti red lacquer diamond wristwatch with presentation box Weight : 90.9 g Interior circumference : 6 5/8" Case : 26 mm Marked : Au 750 18K BULGARI FABRIQUE ...
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20th Century Italian Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex 168628 Yacht Master Midsize 35mm 18K Yellow Gold Rolex Box
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 168628 Serial: P550*** Year: 2000 Model: Yacht Master Midsize Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold D...
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Early 2000s Watches

Cartier Riviera Paris Vintage Yellow Gold Ladies Mechanical Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Riviera Paris Wrist Watch, 23 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, Sapphire crown, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind movement, White dial with Black Roman numerals. ...
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1970s French Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1950s Movado Watch. 18610 Movado Mechanical Windup Movement
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
RARE Movado Mens Watch. Ref. 18610 Stainless Steel Case. 17j Movado watch. 30mm Case with Stainless Steel Band/bracelet Beautiful Watch. Mechanical. Works and keeps time. Condi...
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1950s Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

NEW Rolex Datejust 41 Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Diamond Dial Watch 126333 B&P
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Comes with the original box and papers.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Cartier Santos Demoiselle Midsize 26mm Ivory Silver Dial W25065Z5
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Santos Demoiselle Midsize (ref. W25065Z5) is a refined timepiece that exemplifies Cartier's commitment to blending classic design with luxurious craftsmanship. Crafted fr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Louis Vuitton Classic Tambour Swiss Watch
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Classic and timeless Louis Vuitton Tambour. This elegant watch collection was launched back in 2000. Since then, it has known as the brand’s signature style watch. It is offered in different styles for the Man or Woman. The Tambour, which also means drum was first inspired by the Japanese Kodo drummer with their Taiko drums...
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Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref 2449 Yellow Gold Manual wind Vintage Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950-1955 Patek Philippe Calatrava Reference 2449 Wrist Watch, 35 M.M. diameter x 9 M.M. thick 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, 18 Jewel Caliber 12-120 PS Mechanical, manual wind...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Movado Museum Juro Diamond Stainless Steel Quartz Men's Watch Ref. 84.G2.1899
Located in New York, NY
Refined and unmistakably modern, this Movado Museum Juro Diamond Men's Watch (Ref. 84.G2.1899) blends iconic design with luxury detailing. Crafted from brushed stainless steel, the s...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Gold

Rolex Datejust 41 126301 Sundust Dial 18K Rose Gold Stainless Box Paper 2021
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126301 Serial: 040M3*** Year: 2021 Model: Rolex Datejust 41 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: Factory Bezel Swap - 18K Rose ...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Concord Mariner Quartz Wristwatch, Steel & Gold, Diameter 23 mm
Located in Antwerp, BE
Concord Mariner Quartz Wristwatch, Steel and Gold, Diameter 23 mm Functions: Hours, minutes Movement: Quartz Case: Gold & Steel case, Hexagon shape, diameter 23 mm, Sapphire cryst...
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

1970’s Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse d‘Or White Gold Blue Dial Ref. 3848
Located in Berlin, DE
Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse d‘Or White Gold Blue Dial Ref. 3848. This elegant wristwatch by Patek Philippe made of 18 carat white gold with a blue dial is the perfect watch for th...
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1970s Vintage Watches

IWC Portugieser 18k White Gold Chronograph Wristwatch with rare Panda Dial
By IWC
Located in New York City, NY
The Essence of Luxury Timekeeping: IWC Portugieser Chronograph 18k White Gold Panda Dial Experience the pinnacle of watchmaking with the IWC Portugieser Chronograph 18k White Gold w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Panthère Ruban W61003T9 Pink Mother of Pearl Dial
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Panthère Ruban (ref. W61003T9) is a refined timepiece that exemplifies Cartier's commitment to blending classic design with luxurious craftsmanship. Crafted from polished...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hublot Super B Chronograph 1921.1 42mm Stainless Steel Exhibition Case Back
Located in London, GB
Hublot Super B Chronograph 1921.1 42mm Stainless Steel Exhibition Case Back Box & Papers A bold, sporty chronograph from the early 2000s, this Hublot Super B (Ref. 1921.1) offers...
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Early 2000s British Watches

Materials

Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Ref 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Date Automatic 1980s RA489B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic icon, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.16013 automatic, c.1987, in immaculate working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmak...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Baume & Mercier Capeland 39MM 65417 Day Date Stainless Steel Men’s Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Baume & Mercier Gender: Men Metal Type: Stainless Steel Diameter: 39.00 mm Weight: 80.84 grams One men's stainless steel BAUME & MERCIER Swiss-made watch. The metal was t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Royalite Watch 2280 Circa 1939
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Rolex Royalite Watch 2280 Circa 1939 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being offered for sale. This model was made with stainless steel...
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1930s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Platinum President Day-Date Men's Watch 118206
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Platinum President Day-Date Men's Watch 118206 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Platinum case with smooth bezel (36mm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

90's Cartier Must 21 Watch
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful vintage Cartier Must 21 steel watch Quartz Condition : good Made in Switzerland Model: Must 21 Material : mat and shiny steel Hardware : steel and gold plated metal Moveme...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Steel

ROLEX REF. 3361, PRINCE AERODYNAMIC, Art Deco REF. 3361, 18K PINK GOLD
Located in Santa Monica, CA
ROLEX REF. 3361, PRINCE AERODYNAMIC, 18K PINK GOLD A fine, rare and elegant manual-winding, 18K pink gold chronometer wristwatch with pink dial and center seconds Specifications: Mod...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Seiko 6130 0040 AKA the "Pogue".. Chronograph, unusual dial and bezel, 1974.
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Seiko 6130 0040 the "Pogue" named after being worn in space by Col. William Pogue, is presented in good condition with signs of use overall. A very attractive one register chrono...
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1970s Vintage Watches

Harry Winston Platinum Diamond Cocktail Watch with Audemars Piguet Movement
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston Platinum Diamond Cocktail Watch with Audemars Piguet Movement Description: An exceptional vintage diamond cocktail watch...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Rolex Men's Watch from the 1970s in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Vintage Rolex Men's Watch from the 1970s in 18k Yellow Gold – Classic Hand-Wound Elegance Presenting a distinguished Rolex men’s wristwatch from the 1970s, crafted in luxurious 18k ...
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20th Century Swiss Aesthetic Movement Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Twenty~4 4910 in 18k yellow gold and diamond
Located in Berlin, BE
Elegant Patek Philippe Twenty~4 4910 in 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds – Excellent Condition This exquisite Patek Philippe Twenty~4 Ref. 4910 is a true embodiment of luxury and sophi...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unworn Rolex Yacht-Master 42mm White Gold Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 226659
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Comes with the original Box and papers.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

White Gold

Silver & S/Steel Marcasite Retro 1950's Swiss Manual Ladies Cocktail Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This ladies' cocktail / dress watch is retro, c1950’s yet it's in beautiful vintage condition & in excellent working order. It features: Silver & Steel 15mm x 11mm Rectangle Cas...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Marcasite, Silver, Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Rare Black Dial circa, 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Elegant 18k Yellow Gold Gents Tiffany & Co. Quartz Movement Wrist Watch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This truly classic Tiffany & Co. quartz movement men's wrist watch epitomizes the luxury and elegance that Tiffany is perennially associated with. It is large, measuring a full 1 1/2...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Divan Stainless Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Divan Stainless Steel Watch Details: Case size: 38mm x 24mm Case Material: Stainless steel Movement: Quartz Dial: White with Roman numerals Crystal: Sapphire Strap mat...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Ruby, Star Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Polar Explorer II GMT
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This 1990s Rolex is known as an Oyster Perpetual Polar Explorer II GMT. The timepiece is crafted from stainless steel and retains its original stainless s...
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1990s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1970's Piaget Ladies Vintage Backwind Bracelet Watch - 18K White Gold
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 1st...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Lady-Datejust 18K White Gold Silver Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 69179
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. Comes with a box and 2023 dated Rolex service card. No booklet. 🟩 Basic Information Brand: Rolex Model Name: Lady-Datejust Model Number: 69179 Type:...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Blue Roman Numeral Dial circa, 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel / Solid White Gold Bezel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DI...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Zenith Lady's Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Watch in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. The case is square with rounded corners, with a golden bottom marked Zenith Swiss made. The bracelet is in satin-finished yellow gold on the front. The clasp is a scale with security. Mechanical movement with manual winding. Fully checked, verified and cleaned by our workshop. Length : 16 cm approximately, Width of the dial : 16,8 mm, height : 16,8 mm. Total weight of the jewel : 30.8 g approximately. Authentic retroe watch - Work of the 1960s. Our opinion: A very sober and elegant gold watch for women...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Limited Edition Oakley Timebomb Solid 18k Yellow Gold Extremely Rare
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this extremely rare Limited Edition Oakley Timebomb. Just how many of these were made or still exist is a bit of a mystery. Some sources say it was a limited ...
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1990s Japanese Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hamilton 14K Yellow Gold Rectangle Retro c1950's Manual Ladies' Cocktail Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This exquisite Retro timepiece survived in beautiful condition, despite dating back to 1950's Made by United States of America's luxury brand Hamilton An attention-grabbing rect...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Cartier Panthere WF4037B9 Large 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Large Watch. 29mm 18K yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel. Off-White dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. Minute markers on the i...
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1990s Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Obrey Paris 1970 Retro Modernist Unisex Wrist Watch In Gilded Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Retro modernist wrist watch designed by Emile Obrey Paris. Fabulous ultra modernist wristwatch, created in Paris France at the atelier of Emile Obrey, back in the early 1970. Crafted in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with a 18 karats gold vermeil, featuring a very unusual thick case with arabic numerals in the outside part. An amazing unique conversation piece. Movement: Mechanical, manual winding. Dial: Round, plain, black-brown with gold hands. Signed Obrey made in France. Weight: 62.4 Grams, (40 Dwt). Measurements: Diameter of 34 mm (1.34 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks; the maker's mark G&S, the crab mark for the assay of the silver and signed, "OBREY PARIS SOLID SILVER MADE IN FRANCE". Émile Obrey opened his first shop in the 1930s. After being part of the French resistance during World War II, the company founded its branch on rue Tronchet, Paris, in 1951. The Obrey company launched a collection of solid silver watches in 1966. The company became popular during the 1960s-1970s.[1] During this period, the company grew significantly, becoming an international firm, and selling its products worldwide, especially in the US and Germany. The house Obrey has always been administered by the Obrey family. Today, Émile Obrey's son is the current manager of the company. Collateral: It is presented in a brand new crocodile...
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1970s French Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Noda Aero Series-1 43MM Stainless Steel Turquoise Skeleton Dial Automatic Watch
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with the original box and papers. 7-year warranty. General Information Brand: Noda Model Name/Number: Aero Series-1 Type: Wristwatch Style: Luxury Department: Men Ye...
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21st Century and Contemporary 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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