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Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41mm Celebration Dial 124300
Located in London, GB
A 41mm Oyster Perpetual from Rolex in Oystersteel. Featuring the Celebration motif dial which has various-sized bubbles in candy pink, yellow, coral red and green against a turquoise blue background which is a reminder of the coloured dials introduced in 2020. The Oyster bracelet comes with a folding Oysterclasp which is equipped with the 5mm comfort extension link. Fitted with a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and a self-winding automatic movement. Unworn, the watch comes complete with a Rolex box, both Rolex swing...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

GLYCINE Art Deco Platinum Ruby & Diamond Watch 2.50ctw
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous platinum, diamond, and ruby Glycine watch from the Art Deco (ca1920s) era! This gorgeous watch has a rectangle-shaped watch face, which is surrounded by a wonderful and feminine design that is encrusted with sparkling diamonds and calibrated rubies. The clock belly has a white face with handprinted black numbers and blued steel hands. Around the face are 42 bead set single cut diamonds separated by milgrain detailing with floral motif etchings adorning the side of the watchcase and crown. Connected to each side of the centerpiece by a hinge is a platinum link containing 4 bead set single cut diamonds flanking bezel set triangle cut diamonds which is surrounded by calibrated channel set diamonds. The band of the watch is made of platinum mesh framed on each side by 48 single cut diamonds, each stone bead set into a milgrained link, making a beautifully flexible design. The watch is secured by a push catch with a bar safety feature, which is also set with an additional 6 single cut diamonds. The overall approximate diamond weight of the watch is approximately 2.50ctw. The underside of the clasp is stamped "5% Iridium Plat". The movement is a 17 jewel Swiss movement made by Glycine Watch Co., which later became renowned for their military and aviator watches...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Rolex Ceramic White dial Cosmograph Daytona 116500LN
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Ceramic White dial Cosmograph Daytona 116500LN - Automatic winding. Stainless Steel (40mm) with ceramic bezel. Gloss white dial with the red Daytona script above the 6:00 o'clo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

CORUM for VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Estate 14k/18k Gold Watch with Lizard Skin Band
Located in Narberth, PA
An incredible gold watch from watchmaker Corum for the luxurious designer Van Cleef & Arpels, most likely from the 1960s! This vibrant 18kt yellow gold timepiece displays a classic appeal. The watch's face is comprised of a textured gold face with delicately painted hour numerals, simple hands, and markings including the Corum logo, "CORUM", "VAN CLEEF & ARPELS", and "SWISS MADE" in fine print. The timepiece rests on a lizard-skin band, which is stamped with "18" (denoting the band width), "167", "Handmade in France", and "GENUINE LIZARD", which is held secure by a 14k watch...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref 3919 Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1996 Patek Philippe Calatrava reference 3919 Wrist Watch, 33 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case with Hobnail bezel. Caliber 215 18 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind movement. White Enamel Dial with Black Roman Numerals and a sub seconds hand. Original Patek Black...
Category

1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Solo Ronde Stainless Steel Quartz Watch WSRN0023 3802
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Solo Ronde 42mm Stainless Steel Quartz Watch WSRN0023 3802 - Automatic. Stainless steel case (42mm diameter). Blue dial with Roman numerals. Stainless steel Cartier bracelet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Twenty Dollar Coin Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Twenty Dollar Coin Watch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow gold coin case ( 34mm). Champagne dial with Roman and Stick hour markers; Signed Rolex Geneve Cellini...
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20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Milgauss Stainless Steel Men's Watch White Dial 116400
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Milgauss Stainless Steel Men's Watch White Dial 116400 - Automatic winding, sapphire crystal, 31 jewels. Stainless steel case with smooth bezel (40mm diameter). White dial with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Cartier 1920s Platinum and Diamond EWC Pocket Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Cartier Pocket Watch, 45 M.M. Platinum 3 Piece case with Diamond set case perimeter, approximately 2 Carats. Jeweled Nickel lever mech...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Klaftenberger. Rare Miniature Gold Hunter Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch C1871
Located in London, GB
Klaftenberger. A Rare Miniature 18ct Gold Hunter Quarter Repeater Antique Pocket Watch C1871. Dial: The perfect white enamel dial fully signed Klafte...
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19th Century British Antique Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Automatic Watch W51005Q4
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Automatic Watch W51005Q4 - Automatic winding. Stainless steel case (28mm x 35mm). Silver guilloch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Goldie Lady's Yellow Gold Bombe Diamond Bracelet Hinged Covered Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's Goldie Lady's Bombe diamond bracelet hinged covered wristwatch, a true embodiment of elegance and sophistication. The unique design of this timepiece features a hinged bracele...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Watches

Materials

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

Rolex Vintage Gold Top and Steel back Larger Manual Wind Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1952 Rolex Wrist Watch, 35 M.M 3 piece snap back case with Yellow Gold Bezel, Lug Tops and Crown. 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind movement, older Quality Restored Silver Satin...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Tissot Yellow Gold 17 Jewel Ladies Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
1980's Tissot yellow gold 17 jewel Ladies wristwatch is an exquisite timepiece that perfectly combines elegance and functionality. The yellow gold-tone dial boasts a minimalist aesthetic, with slim hour markers and luminous hands that make it easy to read the time even in low-light conditions. Basket weave style bracelet. Length: 16.44mm Width: 17mm Band width at case: 10mm Case thickness: 6.61mm Band: Mesh 18k yellow gold Crystal: Acrylic Dial: Gold with gold markers Inside case: 750 8170356 Movement: Tissot 17 jewel...
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Late 20th Century Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Happy Sport Diamond Bezel & Floating Diamond Watch
Located in Rome, IT
Chopard Happy Sport Diamond Bezel & Floating Diamond timepiece, a stunning expression of luxury and elegance. Crafted with precision and finesse, t...
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2010s French Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Yacht-Master Men's Stainless Steel Watch 126622
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Yacht-Master Men's Stainless Steel Watch 126622 - Automatic winding, Caliber 3235 movement, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case with platinum bezel (40mm diameter...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Piaget Vintage Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Bark Bracelet Watch
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage 18K yellow gold Diamond Piaget watch has a classic halo-shaped diamond bezel. surrounded by 22 round-cut factory set diamonds,  prong-set, weighing approx. 1.60 carats, ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Pocket Watch Ref 3002
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Stainless Steel Pocket Watch Ref 3002 - Manual winding. Stainless steel case with smooth bezel (42 mm ). Silver dial with raised hour markers and subdial at 6 o'clock. Pre-owned with a Rolex leather pouch.
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20th Century Swiss Watches

Auguste Berthoud. A Rare Antique Experimental Marine Chronometer C1840
Located in London, GB
Auguste Berthoud. A Unique and Rare French Experimental Marine Chronometer C1840 Dial: The Original Silvered regulator Dial, similar to that used by Louis Berthoud, his father, with...
Category

19th Century French Antique Watches

Materials

Brass

Rolex Lady DateJust Diamonds Watch
Located in Rome, IT
Rolex Lady DateJust , a 26 mm timepiece crafted with stainless steel and 18K yellow gold, showcases a Factory Diamond Bezel and an Anniversary Diam...
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Bulgari Vintage Tubogas Serpenti Snake Yellow Gold Bracelet Wristwatch
Located in Holland, PA
18k yellow gold Vintage Tubogas Serpenti Snake bracelet watch by Bulgari. Details: Model: BB191T Movement Type: Quartz Case Size: 3/4" Crystal: Anti-glare Sapphire Wrist Size: Length...
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1990s Italian Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Precision Steel Wristwatch, c1945
Located in London, GB
Vintage Rolex Precision wristwatch dated Circa 1945. Snap back Stainless Steel case with tapered, teardrop, overlaid fancy lugs. Rolex, 17-Rubies (Jewels) precision lever escapemen...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust II Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold 41mm Watch 126333
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust II Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold 41mm Watch 126333 - Automatic winding, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold fluted bezel (41mm diameter...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Rolex Precision Gold Wristwatch c1947
Located in London, GB
Vintage Rolex Precision wristwatch with rare “Thunderbird” bezel dated Circa 1947. Snap back 18ct gold case with straight, tapered, curved lugs. Rare milled “Thunderbird” bezel with indented square markers for the hours and a double square marker for 12. Case marked Rolex, with the Rolex crown...
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1940s Swiss Post-War Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Classic Louis Cartier Yellow Gold Tank Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier Louis Cartier mid size Tank Wrist Watch, 30 X 23 M.M. 2 Piece 18K yellow Gold case, Quartz movement, Sapphire Crown, White Dial with Black Roman numerals. New Hadl...
Category

Early 2000s French Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Calendar Men's Watch Q151812A
Located in Dallas, TX
Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Calendar Men's Watch Q151812A - Automatic winding. Stainless steel case (40mm diameter). Silver dial with calendar feature. Stainless steel bracelet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Rolex Day-Date II Diamond Set 218349
Located in London, GB
A 41mm Day-Date in white gold by Rolex. Featuring a silver dial with 8 round brilliant cut diamonds and 2 baguette cut diamonds. Complementing the dial is a fixed white gold bezel se...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rolex Submariner Hulk 116610LV
Located in London, GB
An unworn Submariner Date Hulk in Oystersteel by Rolex. Featuring a green dial and green unidirectional rotatable ceramic bezel with 60 minute g...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Sea-Dweller Double Red Vintage Stainless Steel Matte Black Mark III 1665
Located in London, GB
A Rare Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual "Double Red Sea-Dweller" Vintage Men's Wristwatch, matte black Mark III dial with hour markers, date at 3 0'clock, a stainless steel bi-direct...
Category

20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Enamel Sapphire 18k Gold Traveling Shutter Mechanical Watch Clock
Located in New York, NY
Delight in the fusion of artistic sophistication and horological mastery with the Cartier Enamel Sapphire Pushers 18k Gold Traveling Shutter Mechanical Watch Clock. Crafted by the renowned French maison Cartier, this mechanical timepiece stands as a testament to the brand's legacy of innovation, luxury, and exquisite craftsmanship. Encased in lustrous 18 karat gold, the clock features a traveling shutter design that adds a touch of intrigue and elegance. The use of enamel in combination with sapphire pushers showcases Cartier's commitment to using the finest materials, creating a timepiece that is both visually stunning and technically superior. The intricate detailing of the enamel work, combined with the functionality of the sapphire pushers, reflects Cartier's dedication to creating pieces that are not just watches but also works of art. The juxtaposition of the rich gold against the vibrant enamel and the brilliance of the sapphires creates a harmonious and luxurious aesthetic. This traveling shutter clock...
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1920s Vintage Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Enamel

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Men's Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Men's Rolex submariner stainless steel, oyster band wristwatch. 8.75 Inches. model 16610 circa 1994. Length: 47.27mm Width: 40mm Band width at case: 20mm Case thickness: 12.56mm C...
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Late 20th Century Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Dumont XL Skeleton Rose Gold Watch W2020057
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos Dumont XL Skeleton Rose Gold Watch W2020057 - Manual. 18K Rose Gold with sapphire crown ( 38 mm x 47 mm ). Skeleton complicatio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Vintage Universal Gold Watch With Sliding Cover, Circa 1950
Located in London, GB
A vintage, Universal, ladies' wristwatch, with a fluted sliding cover over the rectangular face, with a copper satin finished dial, with black stylised Roman numerals at the quarters...
Category

1950s French Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Omega Men's Classic Automatic Rose Gold Wristwatch
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

Pavel Bure Gold Perpetual Calendar Minute Repeater Chrongraph Pocket Watch C1890
Located in London, GB
Pavel Buhre. A Massive Gold Keyless Lever Perpetual Calendar Minute Repeater Chrongraph Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1890 Dial: The excellent white enamel dial with Arabic numerals and outer tachometric minute track. The four subsidiary dials with the four year cycle dial at twelve o'clock, the date dial at three o'clock, the moon phase and seconds dial at six o'clock and the day dial at nine o'clock. The original rose gold coloured spade hands and double chronograph blued steel hands, one for the chrongraph and one to record the minutes. The dial is signed Pavel Bure...
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19th Century Swiss Antique Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Datejust Tahitian Mother of Pearl Diamond Set 69139
Located in London, GB
A 26mm Datejust in tri-gold by Rolex. Featuring a Tahitian mother of pearl dial with diamond set hour markers and a fixed yellow gold bezel set with 40 round brilliant cut diamonds. ...
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20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Gucci Yellow Gold Men's Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Mens tank style 18k yellow gold wristwatch. Original Gucci quartz watch with white dial and Roman numerals. Length: 35.17mm Width: 28mm Band width at case: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Submariner Men's 18k Gold Diver's Watch 16618
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Submariner Men's 18k Gold Diver's Watch 16618 - Automatic winding, Quickset, sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with rotating bezel with blue insert (40mm diameter). Genui...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Vintage Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold 6378 Watch
Located in London, GB
A vintage mens 35mm wristwatch in yellow gold by Vacheron Constantin. Featuring a silver dial with applied hour markers and a fixed yellow gold bezel. Fitted with a plastic glass, a self-winding automatic movement and a generic leather strap set with a Vacheron Constantin yellow gold...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Green Milgauss Green Crystal Anniversary Model 116400 GV
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Green Milgauss Green Crystal Anniversary Model 116400 GV - Automatic winding, green sapphire crystal, 31 jewels. Stainless steel case with smooth ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Rolex Daytona Chocolate Arabic Dial 116505
Located in London, GB
A 116505 rose gold Daytona by Rolex. Featuring the discontinued chocolate dial with Arabic numbers. With its engraved tachymetric scale, three counters and pushers, this is a high-pe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold Men's/Ladies 32mm Midsize Quartz Watch 884960
By Ebel
Located in Dallas, TX
Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold Men's/Ladies 32mm Midsize Quartz Watch 884960 - Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold case (32mm diameter). Ivory colored dial with gold Roman numerals; date a...
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20th Century Swiss Watches

A Gold Full Hunter Calendar Quarter Repeater Chrono Pocket Watch C1890
Located in London, GB
A Gold Full Hunter Keyless Lever Calendar Quarter Repeater Chronograph Pocket Watch C1890 Dial: A perfect white enamel dial with Ara...
Category

19th Century Swiss Antique Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tiffany & Company Patek Philippe Antique Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920 Patek Philippe for Tiffany & company Pocket watch, 45 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 4 piece case including Gold inside Dust Cover. 20 Jewel, mechanical, manual wind nickle lever mo...
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1920s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Delices Pink Gold Diamond -Set Bracelet Watch ref 3382
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Delices Pink Gold Diamond -Set Bracelet Watch ref 3382 Brand/Designer: CARTIER Model Name: Delices De Cartier Reference Number: 3382 Gender...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Dudley Masonic Model 3 Pocket Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Dudley Masonic Model 3 Stainless Steel Pocket Watch - Manual winding. Stainless steel ( 45 mm ) with ornate bezel; Display back seeing various bridges m...
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20th Century American Watches

Harry Winston Loop Diamond White Gold Watch
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Harry Winston Diamond White Gold Watch from the Loop Collection is a luxurious and meticulously crafted timepiece. The watch case and bracelet are made from 18k white gold, offer...
Category

2010s Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rolex Submariner Date 16610
Located in London, GB
A men's 40mm Submariner Date in Oyster steel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with a unidirectional rotating bezel and a black 60-minute graduation be...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Sapphire & Diamond Set 69089
Located in London, GB
A stunning 26mm Datejust crafted in white gold by Rolex. Featuring a blue dial that has a date display and is set with 10 round brilliant cut diamond hour markers. Complementing the ...
Category

20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Cartier Tankissime Women's 18k White Gold Silver Dial WE70069H
Located in London, GB
A 16 mm diamond set Tankissime women's wristwatch with a silver dial.  Made from 18k white gold, this luxury timepiece features a fixed bezel with 22 round brilliant cut diamonds, a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Cartier Panther Yellow Gold and Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier Panthere collection Ladies Wrist Watch, 24 M.M. 2 piece case with Diamond set Bezel, Diamond set Crown, Quartz movement, Whi...
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1990s French Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier La Dona Ladies White Gold Silver Guilloche Dial Diamond Set B&P WE600351
Located in London, GB
An 18k White Gold La Dona Ladies Wristwatch, silver guilloche dial with roman numerals and a secret signature at 'X', blued steel sword shaped hands, a fixed 18k white gold bezel set...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Piaget Vintage White Gold Turquoise Diamonds and Emeralds Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Piaget Wrist Watch, 24 M.M. 18k White Gold 2 piece case with a Diamond and Emerald set bezel. Mechanical, Manual wind movement, Turquoise...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Datejust Men's 2-Tone Steel/Rose Gold Watch 116231
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's 2-Tone Steel/Rose Gold Watch 116231 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case with 18k rose gold fluted bezel (36mm diamet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Cartier Must De Cartier 21 Mid Size Steel and Gold accent Quartz Wrist watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Cartier, Must De Cartier 21 Mid Size Wrist watch, 31 M.M Stainless Steel 2 piece case with Gold accents and a Gold crown set with a sapphire. Quartz Movement, white Dial....
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1990s French Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gold-plated Alarm Clock
Located in London, GB
* Gold plated * Cabochon crown * Roman numeral dial * Sword hands * Folding design * Very good condition with minimal signs of use. This may include fading of material or plating and...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Ebel Ladies Stainless Steel Beluga Grande Diamond Bracelet Quartz Wristwatch
By Ebel
Located in Chicago, IL
Brand new, never worn, Lady's Ebel Beluga Grande Steel Diamond Bracelet Watch, quartz movement, silver dial, blue hands, date window, deployant clasp, 36 full cut round diamonds on c...
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Vacheron Constantin 39019 Classic Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Vacheron Constantin Wrist Watch, Reference 39019 Classic, Simple, Elegant 32 M.M x 5 M.M thick 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, Caliber 1015, 20 Jewel Mechanical, manual wind...
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique, New and Vintage Watches

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, new and classic vintage 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, new and vintage watches on 1stDibs — we promise it will be worth your time.

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