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Watches For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 19th Century
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Persian Numbers circa, 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960 / 70's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diame...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's with Flawless Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm Lug Tip to Lug ...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Rolex Datejust 16220 Silver Dial Stainless Steel Jubilee Band Box Paper 36mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16220 Serial: E290*** Year: 1990 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Jubilee Band Bezel: Stainless Steel...
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1990s Watches

Antique Art Deco Hamilton Platinum Diamond Wrist Watch White Gold Mesh Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Case is Solid Platinum - Bracelet, clasp and safety chain are 14k White Gold Case Overall Height: 42.1mm (1.6") Case Width: 13.7mm (0.5") (not including the crown) Bracele...
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19th Century Art Deco Antique Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Rolex 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens Custom Diamond Dial Automatic 1980s RA555B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dazzling iconic classic, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex 16013 Datejust automatic custom pink diamond dial, c.1986 in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a ma...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Very Rare Vintage 1944 Omega Chronometer Watch US Navy Issued
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage 1944 Omega Chronometer Watch US Navy Issued What is amazing about this watch is that it is in perfect working condition and also looks a...
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Mid-19th Century Swiss Aesthetic Movement Antique Watches

Piaget Van Cleef & Arpels Asymmetrical Lapis Lazuli 18K Yellow Gold Watch
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary ladies' watch created from the collaboration of Piaget and Van Cleef & Arpels, featuring an asymmetrical bezel with a lapis lazuli dial and a bracelet made of 18K ye...
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 35mm Mens Automatic 1970s w Paper RA534
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1500 Date automatic, c.1971, with original Rolex paper, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorg...
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial 1960's
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 42mm X Diameter 3...
Category

1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Unused Cartier 18 Karat Gold & 14mm Leather Wrist Watch Band
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine vintage unused Cartier 18 karat gold and leather wrist watch band. With a dark brown leather alligator skin pattern. The buckle has the mirrored C Cartier signature logo. Simply a great watch band! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, unused estate condition with some very fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Fineness: Marked 18k for gold fineness. Professionally tests at 18K Marks: Cartier CC...
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20th Century Italian Modern Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Steel Air King With Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel 1970s
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

Vintage Audemars Piguet Cobra 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Audemars Piguet Cobra 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Hands and Diamond Markers, Manual Wind, Made in Switzerland c.1980s Maker: Audemars Piguet Model: Cobra Year: 1980s Material: ...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex GMT Master II 16713 Root Beer 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16713 Serial: S322*** Year: 1993 Model: Rolex GMT Master II Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Jubilee Band ...
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1990s Watches

1971 Cartier Vintage Ladies Ultra Rare Audemars Piguet Tank Watch (1 of 50)
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

18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18 Karat Blue Enamel Pendant Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18 Karat Blue Enamel Pendant Watch, Watch does run watch and case are both signed enamel is pristine, watch is 29 mm This is ...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Omega Genève Automatic Gold Plated Ref 1660174 - 3660833 dark red burgundy di
Located in Toronto, CA
Description Brand: Omega Model: GENÈVE Reference Number: 1660174 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Gold Plated Stainless steel Measuremen...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

14KT Mattey Tissot Lids Watch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This beautiful, sophisticated 14KT Mattey Tissot Lids Watch, model MT14K #1367, is crafted in rich yellow gold with elegant gemstone accents. The watch features 8 round blue sapphire...
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1980s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire

Lady Hamilton 14 Karat White Gold Cocktail Wrist Watch w Diamond Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Unmistakable elegance from the mid-20th century, enjoy this ultra feminine Lady Hamilton Cocktail Wrist Watch Model 761 in 14 karat white gold with diamonds accents. Delicate slim l...
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Mid-20th Century American Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Ladies Date 6917 Black Dial 14K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 6917 Serial: 6076*** Year: 1979 Model: Rolex Ladies Date Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 14K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 14K Yell...
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1970s Vintage Watches

Rolex Oyster Royal Precision 6426 34mm Gold Capped Mens Manual Wind 1960s RA546B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Royal Precision Ref.6426, c.1960, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, original Rolex signed dial...
Category

1960s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Antique Art Deco Fancy Platinum 1.85ctw Old Round & Baguette Cut Diamond Watch B
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Case: Platinum - Bracelet & Safety Chain: White Gold Case Overall Height: 26.3mm (1") (measuring from both ends of the joint baguette rows) Case Width: 14.4mm (0.5") (not...
Category

19th Century Swiss Antique Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Omega Stainless Steel Honeycomb Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch
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. 2487. Made in 1950's Case thr...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Patek Philippe Calatrava 18 Karat Yellow Gold Reference 3420 Vintage Watch
Located in Baltimore, MD
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18 Karat Yellow Gold Reference 3420 Vintage Watch Circa 1960 Reference: 3420 Serial: 428591 Metal: 18k yellow gold Strap: New Spidel black leather (not origi...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rado Diastar Original Automatic 63603083 Two Tone Watch
By RADO
Located in Toronto, CA
Description Brand: Rado Model: Diastar Reference Number : 636.0308.3 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Tungsten & Stainless steel Measure...
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies Rolex 3458 Mechanical Watch.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Just had a Full Service. Rolex Movement Ref. 3458. Pre-Cellini Model 1960s Circa Beautiful Watch. Manual Win...
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1960s Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX Watch. Rolex ref. 6144 1950s Stainless Steel Mens Rolex watch.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Rolex Mens Watch Just underwent Full Service - New mainspring. Ready To go. Stainless Steel ref.6144 Windup Movement. Runs well....
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1950s Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1503 14k Gold 35mm Men Automatic 1960s RA264C
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref.1503 solid 14k gold automatic, c.1968, original Rolex leather strap and 14k buckle. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. ...
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Must de Cartier 590005 Tank Watch. 925 Vermeil ARGENT Quartz Tank.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). ref.590005 Comes with a new GUCCI leather band Rare Gray and White Dial with Quartz m...
Category

1990s Modern Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil Cream Gold
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Original Paperwork from Cartier. Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome Rare Cream Gold dial. Sapphire Cabochon Crown. New Leather Band. Condition: Wear consist...
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1990s Modern Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Floral Filagree Sapphire and Diamond Ladies Dress Watch Sapphire Band
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Deco platinum top on 18k gold watch accented with diamonds and sapphires, circa 1920. The filagree rectangular elongated 3 piece case has geometric triangles design and on the lu...
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1950s Chronograph Suisse 37MM 18KT Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
A handsome and mechanically robust vintage chronograph from the 1950s, this Chronograph Suisse features a substantial 37mm case crafted in 18KT rose gold—a generous size for the peri...
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1950s Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex 34mm Stainless Steel Jubilee Perpetual Datejust With Blue Roman Numerals
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Date 34mm Blue Dial Roman Numeral Accent Dial Jubilee Band Creator: Rolex Design: Datejust Watch Datejust Collection Case Material: Stainless Steel Strap Material: Stainless...
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Air King Linen Dial Automatic Men's Watch Ref. 5500
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Rolex Air-King Ref. 5500 is a classic example of mid-century Rolex craftsmanship, known for its understated elegance and reliability. Housed in a stainless steel 34mm Oy...
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Mid-20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA562B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1968, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signe...
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1963 Universal Geneve Unisonic D Watch 18k Gold
Located in Montreal, QC
1963 Universal Geneve Unisonic D Watch, made of solid 18k gold and with stainless steel bracelet gold filled in 14k. Gold tone dial and arms , with date, case N. 2618733 marked on th...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Circa 1891 Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch 14k Solid Gold Case w/White Dial
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1891 Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch w/ Ornate Cobalt Blue Hands & Dedicated Second Dial 14k Solid Gold Case w/ Beautiful Colored...
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20th Century American Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

BOUCHERON Vintage Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Vintage Boucheron Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch BOUCHERON – 18K yellow gold (750 / 1000) bracelet watch with a square case seamlessly integrated into the band, featuring a minimalist g...
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1960s Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Vintage 2 Tone & 2 Dial Zenith Pilot Watch Circa 1950s Black Lather Strap
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 2 Tone & 2 Dial Zenith Pilot Watch Circa 1950s, New Black Lather Strap Recognized and respected in today's watch market. Unlike their modern models, vintage Zenith watches...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Watches

1968 Omega De Ville Vintage Mens Cal. 565 Automatic 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 1st...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

10K Yellow Gold Omega Century Gold and Black Vintage, Circa 1956, Deco, Retro
Located in New York, NY
Omega century Gold Black Vintage 1962 Caliber 286 10 K Yellow gold It has a inscription in the back … Ronson long service award, Dec 1956 Original case...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Aesthetic Movement Watches

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

1969 OMEGA SEAMASTER Mens Vintage Cal. 565 Stainless Steel Watch
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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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1024 34mm Gold Capped Mens Automatic 1960s Vintage RA584B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.1024 gold-capped automatic, c.1960s, Rolex's "Golden Egg", in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, Rolex signed dial, applied baton index hour markers, gilt dauphine minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, hands and dial in excellent vintage condition, very minor show of age. Acrylic crystal. Gold-capped smooth bezel on gold-capped case measures 34mm wide, in excellent condition. 26-jeweled Rolex cal...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Longines Flagship 3407 Automatic Gold 18K
Located in PARIS, FR
The Longines Flagship 3407, dating back to circa 1961, is a stunning vintage timepiece that epitomizes timeless elegance. Crafted with a luxurious yellow gold case and bezel, this wa...
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1960s European Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

18ct Gold Hunter Watch " American Watch Company " Waltham Mass USA c.1880
Located in London, GB
18ct Gold Hunter Watch " American Watch Company " Waltham Mass USA c.1880 This double hunter watch was made before the name change of the company to "the American Waltham Watch Company" in 1885. It has beautiful hand engraving of flowers and leafwork with engine turning, in pristine condition and a three quarter plate movement. The outer case springs open with a touch of the top button. A double hunter pocket...
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1880s Central American Victorian Antique Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1961 OMEGA SEAMASTER Vintage Mens 14K Gold Shell Cal. 562 Watch
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. 1961 OMEGA SEAMASTER Mens Vintage Automatic Cal. 562 Watch - 14K Gold Shell...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Chanel Mademoiselle 18kt Yellow Gold & Cultured Pearl Bracelet Quartz
Located in Braintree, GB
A refined and collectible Chanel Mademoiselle wristwatch, crafted in 18K yellow gold and adorned with five rows of luminous cultured pearls. This elegant timepiece exemplifies Chanel...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Universal Genève Pink Gold Uni-Compax wristwatch Ref 124103, circa 1950s
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). Case No. 1452130, Ref. 124103. Ma...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Must de Cartier Gold Plated 925 Tank Trinity Dial Manual Wind
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Must de Cartier Gold Plated 925 Tank Trinity Dial Manual Wind Brand: Cartier Year: 1990’s Model: Must De Tank Case number: 61xxxxx Reference: C04722 Case: 23mm Gold Plated 925 Case...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Rolex 9CT Solid Gold Prince Model Watch with Rare H Birks & Sons Dial circa 1938
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Prince Model / Drs. Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 9CT Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1938 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm Lug Tip to Lug Ti...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold

Patek Philippe Ref. 3569 18KT Yellow Gold Calatrava Automatic Double Signed Dial
Located in New York, NY
A rare and refined vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava from 1970, featuring the distinctive back-wind design and a coveted double-signed dial. The 36mm 18KT yellow gold case is enhanced...
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1970s Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Eska Steel Military Style Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Add this great post-war, Swiss-made Eska Military Style Wrist Watch to your vintage collection. In brushed steel, this 31mm watch has its original mat silver-toned face with Roman nu...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Vintage Classic Tissot GoldRun, 18K Gold Case & Brown Lather Strap Original Case
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Classic Tissot GoldRun, 18K Gold Case & Brown Lather Strap Original Case Never been used Circa 1980 The Tissot Goldrun is a classic timepiece, its simplicity conveying elega...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Omega 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Dress Watch 34mm
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Brand: Omega Movement: manual wind Function: hours, minutes, seconds Case: 34mm 18k yellow gold round case, smooth bezel Band: 18k yellow gold mesh bracelet Dial: champagne stick Ref...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Submariner 5513 No Date Watch & Box
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Submariner 5513 Men's Watch. This timepiece features a 40mm stainless steel case and a bi-directional rotating stainless steel bezel with a black aluminum...
Category

1980s Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

RARE Rolex Oysterquartz Day Date 19019 18K White Gold 36mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 19019 Serial: 6127*** Year: 1979 Model: Rolex President Day Date Case Material: 18K White Gold Band: 18K White Gold Bezel: 18K White Gold ...
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1970s Vintage Watches

Materials

White Gold

Large Heavy Sterling Silver Ornate Open Faced Pocket Watch
Located in Mumbai, IN
Mid Victorian Period - English Lever Large / Heavy Sterling Silver Ornate Open Faced Pocket Watch with Attached Sterling Silver Albert Watch Chain, T-Bar and Coin. Hallmark Birmingha...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Gold Dial Watch. Vermeil ARGENT Small Tank
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil). Ref 5057001 Champagne Dial New Leather Band. Condition: New Battery installed. ...
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1990s Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Must de Cartier Tank Red Mystery Dial. Bordeaux ARGENT 925 Small Windup Watch
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). RARE Wine Red (Burgandy) Mystery Dial. Manual Windup Movement New Leather Band. Cond...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Rolex Oyster 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens Diamond Dial Automatic 1980s RA549B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dazzling iconic classic, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual 16013 Datejust diamond dial automatic, c.1986, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic b...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Van Cleef and Arpels 18901 watch. 18k Gold VCA Classique Diamond Sapphire Bezel.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Van Cleef & Arpels Watch Classic or Classique Ladies ref. 18901 B1 Sapphire Diamond Bezel with Diamonds Bezel set on lugs. 18k Yellow Gold Case. 18k Yellow Gold Original VCA...
Category

20th Century Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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. 

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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

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