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Cartier Rose Gold, Steel, and Diamond Panthere de Cartier Small Model
Located in Princeton, NJ
A rose gold, steel, and diamond set Cartier Panthere de Cartier wristwatch. This Panthere is accompanied by its original box and papers and comes with full links. Since its launch i...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex Day-Date 128345RBR Rose Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Bezel (2025)
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers this Rolex Day-Date 128345RBR, an exquisite masterpiece, crafted in 18k Everose gold for a warm and luxurious presence. Its 36mm case is adorned with a dazzl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Frederique Constant Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref FC-303N4NH6B
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
This Men’s Watch has a 41 mm stainless steel case with a stainless steel bracelet. Fixed stainless steel bezel. Blue dial with luminous grey hands and index hour markers. Arabic nume...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona Black Dial White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Daytona REFERENCE: 116509 SIZE: 40mm CASE: 18k White Gold DIAL: Black BEZEL: 18k White Gold BAND: 18k White Gold MOVEMENT: Automatic WRIST SIZE: Apx 7.5 Blemishe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

TechnoMarine Pink Ceramic Steel Quartz Wrist Watch w Diamond Bezel
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
A fresh, bold and exciting timepiece for the ladies by TechnoMarine. The highly polished pink ceramic finish grabs your attention and draws you in to the intricate modern dial framed...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Rolex Submariner (No Date) 14060
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner REFERENCE: 14060 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oystersteel MOVEMENT: Automatic Very Good condition No box or papers ...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date 16610
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner Date REFERENCE: 16610 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oyster Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRIST SIZE: 8.25 Good...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Silver Dial
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Oyster Perpetual REFRENCE: 15200 SIZE: 34mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Grey BAND: Jubilee Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRTIST SIZE: Apx. 7.75 Very Good c...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36 Custom Arabic Dial and Diamond Bezel
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Datejust REFRENCE: 16030 SIZE: 36mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Arabic, Black BEZEL: Diamonds BAND: Jubilee Stainless Steen MOVEMENT: Automatic Very Good conditi...
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1980s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Stainless Steel

2024 Rolex Submariner Starbucks 126610LV Green Black Dial Steel 41mm Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126610LV Serial: 646YX*** Year: 2024 Model: Rolex Submariner "Starbucks" Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Green Cer...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 126333 Champagne Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126333 Serial: 1S836*** Year: 2024 Model: Rolex Datejust 41 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Ye...
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2010s Watches

Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600-T Mint
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Sea-Dweller REFRENCE: 16600-T SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black Ceramic BAND: Oyster Steel LINKS: 10 MOVEMENT: Automatic Mint condition, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner Date REFERENCE: 16610 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oystersteel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRIST SIZE: 8.25 Good condition,...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner (No Date) 1989 Service Card from 2010
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner REFRENCE: 14060 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oyster Steel WRIST SIZE: 8 MOVEMENT: Automatic Good condition, re-poli...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Concord Stainless Steel WWII Era 24 Hour Dial Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy this retro time find, circa mid 1940s. This 29mm Concord Stainless Steel WWII Era Men's Wrist Watch has an interesting 24 Hour Military style dial with illuminated spear hands....
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1940s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Datejust with Custom Pink Dial, Early 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS: Length 44mm x Di...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1958 IWC Vintage Cal. 853 Automatic Mens 18K Rose Gold Watch - Original Papers
By IWC
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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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Datejust 41 126331 Wimbledon 18K Rose Gold Steel Box Paper 2023
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126331 Serial: P3P58*** Year: 2023 Model: Rolex Datejust 41 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Rose...
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2010s Watches

Franck Muller Ladies Cintree Curvex 18k Rose Gold Diamonds Wristwatch Ref. 1751
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Franck Muller ladies Cintree Curvex manual wristwatch Ref. 1751 SG D CD consisting of 18k rose gold case and bracelet with diamonds on the dial, bezel and at the front section of the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Platinum Raymond Yard Diamond and Emerald Deco Watch
By Yard
Located in Lexington, KY
This exquisite platinum watch was made by the renowned Raymond Yard with both square cut emerald and round cut diamond. The watch face has a unique shape; the top and bottom of the c...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref 6516 25mm 18k Solid Gold 1960s RA428B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious elegance, Rolex 18k solid gold Lady Datejust automatic, c.1963, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex gold dial with app...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

ROLEX Estate 18k Lady Datejust Wristwatch
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous Rolex wristwatch! Crafted in vibrant 18k yellow gold, this Lady-Datejust watch was created in the mid 1980s. The circular face of the watch features twelve gold dashes and...
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1980s Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Baignoire 18k Yellow Gold Cartier Dial Factory Diamonds
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Baignoire REFRENCE: 1954 SIZE: 30mm CASE: 18k Yellow Gold DIAL: Champagne Cartier dial BAND: 18k Yellow Gold MOVEMENT: Quartz Rare Cartier dial Factory set dia...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos Ronde Yellow Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Santos Ronde REFRENCE: 1900 1 SIZE: 33mm CASE: 18k Yellow Gold DIAL: White BAND: 18k Yellow Gold WRIST SIZE: 7.75 MOVEMENT: Automatic In great shape, not sure ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique E. Howard Watch Co. Series IV Size N 14k White Gold Open Face Pocket Wat
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: E. Howard Watch Co. Movement Type: Grade Series IV - Mechanical - Hand Wound - 17 Jewels - Size N - American Made Movement Serial No.: 37574 Case Maker: The K.W.C.Co. C...
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19th Century American Antique Watches

Materials

White Gold

Bulgari Parentesi Sapphire and Diamond Wristwatch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This elegant Bulgari Parentesi wristwatch exemplifies the brand's mastery in blending high jewelry with precision timekeeping, showcasing 3.36 carats of diamonds and 3.05 carats of s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

UTI Paris 1930 Art-Deco Odd Shape Pocket Watch In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Pocket watch designed by UTI Paris. This is a very unusual pocket watch created in Paris France by the watchmakers UTI during the art-deco period, back in 1930. The case of this pen...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Watches

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Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Daytona Blue Dial White Gold Box and Papers
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Can be accommodated with an appraisal upon request, after return period. Marks through out the bracelet, no deep scratches BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Daytona REFERENCE: 116509 SIZE: 40mm ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Submariner Date Stainless Steel Black Ceramic 40mm 116610 LN Watch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN is a modern icon in the world of luxury dive watches, combining rugged functionality with timeless style. Crafted from 904L Oystersteel, this 40mm ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

1973 Omega De Ville Dynamic Vintage Large Mens 18K Gold Plated & SS 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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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Quartz Watch W50003N2 1821
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A true icon of luxury and timeless design, the Cartier Tank Française is a masterpiece of elegance and precision. This midsize ladies' model, crafted in solid 18k yellow gold, embodi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jules Jurgensen Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Dress Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Quintessential 1950's styling by well known Swiss Watch Company, Jules Jurgensen. This 34mm 14 karat yellow gold retro beauty has an automatic 17 jewel movement, serial number 300354...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Sea-Dweller Mint Stainless Steel
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Sea-Dweller REFRENCE: 16600 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black Ceramic BAND: Oyster Steel LINKS: 12 MOVEMENT: Automatic Mint condition, re...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Elgin National 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch w Chain Elks Tooth Fob
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Capture a piece of history in time. This grand 14 karat yellow gold, circa 1891 Elgin National GM Wheeler Grade 103 Model 3 Pocket Watch is a true find. Manufactured pre-1900 by one of America's most highly respected watch makers of the period, its journey began with a personalization for M.M. Buss, 1893 . Added at a later date and complementing this fine pocket watch is an impressive high quality, heavy gauge 14 karat yellow gold rope watch...
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1890s American Antique Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Galbée Moon-phase Yellow Gold with Original Receipt
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Santos Galbee Moonphase CASE: 18k Yellow Gold DIAL: White BAND: 18k Yellow Gold WRIST SIZE: Apx. "7 MOVEMENT: Quartz In great shape, not sure about the exact r...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic 40MM Beige Dial H38425720 Automatic Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Hamilton Gender: Men Metal Type: Stainless Steel Diameter: 40.00 mm Weight: 65.46 grams Men's stainless steel HAMILTON Swiss-made watch with original box and papers. The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Pasha Alarm Moonphase Wristwatch 18k Gold c. 1987
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Cartier Pasha Alarm Moonphase watch, reference # 30011. Designed by Gérald Genta. Crafted from 18k yellow gold, the 38mm case is secured with a screw-down back fastened by nine sc...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Pasha C Chronograph Stainless Steel 36mm
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Pasha Chronograph REFRENCE: 2412 SIZE: 36mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: White BAND: Stainless Steen WRIST SIZE: 6.75 MOVEMENT: Automatic No box or papers. Acc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hamilton Watch Retro Ladies Wristwatch Diamond 14k White Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic Hamilton watch from the Retro era, features diamonds, crafted of 14k white gold. This Hamilton watch features an oval-shaped face with a clean silver tone dial and slim num...
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Mid-20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15000 Automatic 1980s All Original RA494
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15000 automatic, c.1987, all original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex sig...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Dress Wrist Watch with Box
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Bold, all in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, this sleek Omega Men's Dress Wrist Watch evokes the revered elegance and style of its era. Circa mid 1960's, this retro Omega beauty has an Swiss automatic movement #23162809. The satin polished gold square case #161922-222, measuring 29.6mm x 30mm presents a silver-toned face with gold match stick markers. The lush integrated 18 karat gold 7.5 inch mesh band bracelet is a substantial 1.36mm gauge and ranges in width from 24mm to 16.5mm. The time piece is finished with an integrated Omega signed adjustable fold-snap buckle adding to its smooth styling. Included is the original burgundy Omega Watch Box.
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Breitling Chronomat B01 AB0134 42mm Blue Dial Stainless Steel Box Booklet
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: AB0134 Model: Breitling Chronomat B01 42mm Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Blue Dial Face:...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Baignoire Factory Diamonds 18k Rose Gold Satin Strap
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Baignoire REFRENCE: 3033 CASE: 18k Rose Gold DIAL: Silver BAND: Satin MOVEMENT: Manual Excellent condition Factory set diamonds Box & Card Accommodated with a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Bulgari Diagono Chronograph Scuba Stainless Steel
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Bulgari MODEL: Diagono REFRENCE: SC38S SIZE: 38mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Blue BAND: Stainless Steel WRIST SIZE: Apx. "16.5 MOVEMENT: Automatic Excellent condition. No bo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Franck Muller Cintree Curvex 18k White Gold with Diamond Tonneau Watch 2250 QZ D
Located in Aventura, FL
18kt white gold case with an 18kt white gold bracelet set with diamonds. Fixed 18kt white gold bezel set with diamonds. Silver dial with black hands and Arabic numeral hour markers. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Breitling Avenger II GMT Men's Watch A3239011 - Automatic 1 Yr Wnty
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Breitling Model: Avenger II GMT Model Number: A3239011 Movement: Automatic Warranty: One Year Year: 2017 Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Black Metal Content: Stainless Stee...
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2010s Watches

Vintage Retro Equestrian Theme Ruby and Diamond Ladies Watch
Located in Stamford, CT
Following the equestrian motif similar to that of Cartier and Hermes, and various jewelers around the world, this watch is the epitome of feminine r...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Pristine Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm 116680 Blue Ceramic Bezel Regatta Box Papers
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Yacht-Master II (reference 116680) is a distinguished timepiece that exemplifies Rolex's commitment to blending classic design with advanced functionality. Crafted from cor...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS 1970s Automatic Vintage RA389B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's 18k white gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Datejust ref.1601 automatic, c.1978, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. G...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Sea-Dweller
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Sea-Dweller REFRENCE: 16600 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black Ceramic BAND: Oyster Steel LINKS: 11 MOVEMENT: Automatic Re-polished, mark ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 9Ct, Ladies Hand Made Watch from 1915
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign Style / Wire Lugs METAL / MATERIAL: 9Ct. Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1915 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 28mm X Diameter 25mm ...
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Cartier Ballon Bleu 42mm Certified 18k Rose Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Ballon Bleu 42mm CASE: 18k Rose Gold DIAL: White BAND: 18k Rose Gold WRIST SIZE: Apx. "19.1 MOVEMENT: Automatic Scratch on glass on I The rest of the watch in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

2024 Rolex Day Date President 128235 Eisenkiesel DIamond 18k Rose Gold Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 128235 Serial: SK7***** Year: 2024 Model: Rolex Day-Date President Case Material: 18k Rose Gold Band: 18k Rose Gold Bezel: 18k Rose Gold Dia...
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2010s Watches

Breitling Galactic Wristwatch - Stainless Steel Rose Gold 18k Automatic 1Yr Wnty
Located in Greensboro, NC
Retail Price: $8700 Brand: Breitling Model: Galactic Movement: Automatic Number of Jewels: 27 Warranty: One Year Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: White Mother of Pearl Metal Conte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Alpina Alpiner Regulator Stainless Steel Men’s Watch, AL-650BSS5E6B
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
This Men’s Watch has a 45 mm silver-tone stainless steel case with a stainless steel strap. Fixed silver-tone stainless steel bezel. Black dial with silver-tone hands and index hour ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Mesh Doll 18K White Gold Watch
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Vacheron & Constantin Mesh Doll wristwatch, featuring a rectangular shaped case with hours indicated by minimal black lines. This 1970s watch is entirely made of 18K white ...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex 34mm 18k Yellow gold and Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Date 34mm White White Dial Roman Numeral Accent Dial 2 Tone Oyster Band Creator: Rolex Design: Datejust Watch Datejust Collection Case Material: 18k Gold and Stainless Steel S...
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1980s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 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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