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Period: 20th Century
American Waltham Watch&co, Antique Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Located in New York, NY
*Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Hand winding movement Roman numerals Diameter: 1.5” Weight: 49gr Width: 12.5mm
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust MOP Rainbow Dial Ruby / Diamond Bezel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom White Mother of Pearl Rainbow Dial (This d...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Blue MOP Rainbow Dial Sapphire / Diamond Bezel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Blue Mother of Pearl Rainbow Dial (This di...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Blue Rainbow Dial Sapphire / Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Blue Rainbow Dial (This dial is not origin...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Blue MOP Diamond Dial Sapphire / Diamond Bezel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Blue Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial (This di...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Blue MOP Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Blue Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial (This di...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rado Ncc 505 Automatic Gold Plated Rare Dial Boxed
By RADO
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Rado Model: Ncc 505 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Gold Plated Stainless steel Measurements : Case width: 36 mm. (without crown) ...
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Swiss Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Gold Plate

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Blue MOP Rainbow Dial Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Blue Mother of Pearl Rainbow Dial (This di...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, 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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Swiss Modern 20th Century Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date With Custom Blue Dial 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X D...
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Swiss Modern Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Two Tone Datejust Green Diamond Dial Fluted Bezel Jubilee Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 6917-TT-GRN-DIA-AM-FLT-JBL Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Green ...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady TT Datejust Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 6917-TT-MOP-DIA-AM-BDS-JBL Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Mother...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date NOS Rare Oxblood Stella Dial 18038
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare yellow gold Day-Date by Rolex. Featuring the highly sought out and collectable oxblood Stella dial, which features emerald cut diamond hour markers and a fixed yellow gold flu...
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Swiss 20th Century Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Mens TT Datejust Blue MOP Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Watch Ref#16013
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 16013-BLMOP-DIA-AM-BDS-JBL Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust Ref# 16013 - Plastic Quickset Model Gender : Mens Metals : 14K Yellow Gold/ Stainless Steel Case Size : ...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies SS Datejust Blue Diamond Dial Sapphire Diamond Bezel Jubilee Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Blue Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex And ha...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Lapis Diamond Dial Sapphire Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Lapis Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Role...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Jacob Jensen Lady Watch, Titanium Case
Located in bronshoj, DK
Jacob Jensen lady watch. Titanium case. Ø 28 mm. Fitted with original black rubber strap. No. 10108. In perfect condition
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Danish Modern 20th Century Watches

Ancient Woman Watch in 18K Yellow Gold Circa 1900
Located in Paris, FR
18-carat yellow gold watch with a plant motif design circa 1900. The dial with a gold background is surrounded by a motif of leaves and flowers and finely drawn sticks. The 18-carat ...
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French Belle Époque Antique 20th Century Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe 425J "Tegolino" Mens Watch 18k Gold Manual
Located in Miami, FL
Pre-owned 18K gold Patek Philippe 425J "Tegolino" manual watch, circa 1940. Complete with original Patek Philippe box. All case and movement parts original Patek Philippe. Movement in working condition. Features a sub-second dial, calibre 9"90, tonneau-shaped case, elongated lugs, and the prestigious Geneva Seal. Applied hour indexes and tonneau-shaped cases are typical of the industrial designs of the 1940s. Elegant, and sleek lines inspired by American automobile design of the time. ✔ Manufacturer: Patek Philippe ✔ Circa 1943 ✔ Case Number: 793 ✔ Ref Number: 425J ✔ Model: "Tegolino" ✔ Material: 18K yellow gold ✔Calibre: Manual, cal. 9-90, 18 jewels ✔ Bracelet/Strap: Alligator ✔ Clasp/Buckle: 14K gold (signed) ✔ Dimensions: 20mm Width, 40mm Length ✔ Signed: Dial and movement Leather strap and 14k gold buckle not original Patek Philippe parts...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Zenith Daytona Patrizzi Dial 16520
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare stainless steel Zenith Daytona by Rolex. Featuring an extremely divisive and unique patrizzi dial. The watch further features an engraved tachymetric scale, three chronograph counters and pushers, the Daytona was designed to be the ultimate timing tool for endurance racing drivers. The Oyster bracelet is equipped with a folding Oysterlock clasp. Fitted with scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and a self-winding automatic chronograph Zenith movement. This N serial Rolex...
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Swiss 20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Vintage Stainless Steel Manual Wind Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Omega Wrist Watch, 35 MM Stainless Steel 3 piece Water Proof case, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind movement, Excellent, mint condition, Silver Satin dial with raised and Gold Foil impressed markers. New Black Lizard Grain Leather strap, watch length 8 3/4 inches. A very clean, seldom worn watch, triple Omega signed...
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Swiss Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady's Watch
Located in New York, NY
Created by Rolex, this wristwatch's head is made out of 18 karat gold. Its straps are gold-filled. Total weight: 23.4 grams. Case measurements width: 1.7 cm, length: 1.7 cm. Serial N...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Black Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Black Diamond Dial (This dial is not origi...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Red Rainbow Dial Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Red Rainbow Dial (This dial is not origina...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

DeLaneau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Blue Sapphire Bracelet Watch
Located in New York, NY
DeLaneau was founded by a woman in 1949 in Switzerland. They are one of the first watch companies to devote their entire collection to ladies timepieces...
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Swiss Contemporary 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch Original Dial 1920's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Width 2...
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American Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust With Custom Orange Dial, 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel & White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SI...
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Swiss Modern Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise w5000556 Yellow Gold w/ a White dial 28mm Automatic watch
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Tank Francaise in 18k yellow gold on a brown alligator strap. ChronoReflex w/ sweep seconds and chronograph. 28 mm case size. Ref W5000556. Fine Pre-owned Cartier Watch. Cer...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Black MOP Rainbow Dial Sapphire / Diamond Bezel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Black Mother of Pearl Rainbow Dial (This d...
Category

Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Blue MOP Rainbow Dial Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Blue Mother of Pearl Rainbow Dial (This di...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Geneva Swiss Made Watch
Located in Manhasset, NY
7inch Vintage 14Kt Yellow Gold Geneva Swiss Made Watch weighting an astounding 18.1 grams having a lovely mesh band all gold. Weight is without the ...
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Italian Vintage 20th Century Watches

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Blue Diamond Dial Sapphire / Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Blue Diamond Dial (This dial is not origin...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust White Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom White Diamond Dial (This dial is not origi...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Blue MOP Diamond Dial Sapphire / Diamond Bezel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Blue Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial (This di...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies SS Datejust Blue Diamond Dial Sapphire Diamond Bezel Jubilee Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Blue Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex And ha...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Cellini Series Ladies Watch in Original Condition 1980's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cellini / Reference 4081 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 29mm X Diamet...
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Swiss Modernist Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Accutron Astronaut l 71690 M3 (1963)
Located in London, GB
An early original example of a hard to find Accutron Astruanaut l 71960 M3 with signed dial and a recent fully in depth documented service in 2023 with the watch being from 1963. Com...
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European Vintage 20th Century Watches

Heuer Autavia 11630 P
Located in London, GB
An exceptional vintage Heuer from the Autavia range, the 11630 P dating back to as early as 1972! Left as original as we can leave it, this Heuer is in excellent working order having...
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European Vintage 20th Century Watches

Heuer Autavia 11630 P
Heuer Autavia 11630 P
$6,005 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Ladies White Gold Diamond Baignoire Mini Bracelet Quartz Wristwatch
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Cartier ladies watch with diamonds set on the bezel and bracelet. Size 6 wrist with deployment buckle. Quartz. Watch face measur...
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Swiss 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Custom Green Diamond Dial, 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 / 1603 METAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: Late 1960's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual, Automatic / 26 Jew...
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Swiss Modern Vintage 20th Century Watches

Tudor Hydronaut Princess Date Gold Bezel Steel & Gold Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Tudor Model: Princess Date Hydronaut Features : Water Resistant 200 M - White Dial Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Stainless Steel...
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Swiss 20th Century Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust With Rare Factory Original Silver Dial 1980's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 16000 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel & White Gold Bezel CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIO...
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Swiss Modern Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona Yellow Gold Cosmograph 116528
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A yellow gold Cosmograph Daytona by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with contrasting outer minute track and champagne sub-dials as well as a yellow gold tachymeter bezel. Fitted with ...
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Swiss 20th Century Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 kt Gold Patek Philippe Million Dollar Associate Wrist Watch Ref 3565
Located in Antwerp, BE
GOLDEN PATEK PHILIPPE 'MILLION DOLLAR ASSOCIATE' with Patek Philippe Extract From The Archives Ref 3565 from 1969 MOVEMENT: automatic, 27-460M FUNCTIO...
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Swiss Artisan 20th Century Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Rolex Transitional GMT-Master Pepsi 16750
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Stainless Steel Transitional GMT-Master Vintage Men's Wristwatch, black dial with applied hour markers, date at 3 0'clock, a stainless steel bi-directional rotating bezel with a bl...
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Swiss 20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Classic Oyster Perpetual Date Model Ref. 1501 circa 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date/ Reference 1501 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1972 / 73 DIM...
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Swiss Modern Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Vintage Pocket Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Pocket Watch, 45 M.M. X 9 M.M. thick 18K Yellow Gold 3 piece hinged case with Gold inside Dust cover. 18 Jewel mechanical, Manua...
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Swiss Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Birks and Sons Platinum Ladies Art Deco Diamond Dress Watch from 1930's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Henry Birks & Sons of Canada STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Dress Style METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm X Diameter 18mm ...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Watches

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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Swiss Retro Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

3 Carat Diamond Bezel Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Bracelet Ref. 16013
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust 16013 set with over 3 carats in natural round cut diamonds. Diamonds are set all around the bezel and on the Roman Numeral hour markers. Complemented with a two-tone jubilee strap and adjustable deployment clasp. An extravagant, yet sleek watch that echoes a statement of refined taste and class. This remarkably versatile watch fits any occasion from casual to dressy. The diamonds on the bezel and Roman numeral hour markers are aftermarket diamonds and not original Rolex factory diamonds...
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Swiss Modern Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Vintage Yellow Gold Strap Model Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Rolex Wrist Watch, 33 M.M. 14K 2 piece case, 9 M.M. thick, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle lever movement, 2 tone Silver Satin Pie pan dial with raised Gold marke...
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Swiss Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Date Stainless Steel Silver Dial Vintage Watch 1500
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Date Stainless Steel Watch Silver Dial Oyster 1500. This watch has been professionally polished and is in perfect working condition. Comes with a jewelry box and appraisal cert...
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Swiss Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hamilton 14Kt White Gold "Spur" Watch circa 1920's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference "Spur" METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt White Gold / Kiln Fired Enamel Print CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm X Diameter 34mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 19 Jewels / Caliber 979 DIAL / HANDS: Original Sterling Silver with Kiln Fired Enamel Print / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / BRACELET: Leather, 12mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT Yikes... we never see this model and have only seen a few in the last 50 years, and never one with what appears to be the original box. This was one of Hamiltons most legendary wristwatches and it is exceptional condition. Since it has been in a vault for about 50 years the price includes a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker. Asymmetrical models are among the most sought after wrist watches in the vintage world. Hamilton produced one of the earliest and most intriguing examples, which they called the "Spur" for obvious reasons. it was first introduced in 1928, the Spur remained in production until 1932. Oddly, it only appeared in the Hamilton catalogs for a single year, 1930. It can be presumed that the "Great Depression" had something to do with this. This rare timepiece boasts a distinctive case with a black enamel bezel. The Spur started a trend with Hamiltion and they next produced the "Piping Rock" models. The Spur has hidden lugs that are tucked behind a series of cascading fins, creating a truly unique design. A tiny watch, even by vintage standards, the Spur features a delicate 12mm strap. Originally priced at $125, production numbers were limited, with a total of 1,183 pieces created: 683 in white gold, 499 in yellow gold, and a single, elusive example in green gold. Just two years later, in 1928, Hamilton introduced another groundbreaking design: the "Piping Rock." This watch featured a tonneau-shaped gold case with a striking black enamel bezel. Its unique aesthetic captured the attention of the era, and it was chosen to commemorate the New York Yankees' World Series victory that same year. Specially engraved editions were presented to legendary players like Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth, solidifying the Piping Rock's place in Hamilton's history of iconic timepieces. HAMILTON HISTORY The wrong train, on the wrong track, at the wrong time at the end of the 19th century frequently resulted in disastrous train wrecks. In response to the critical need for accuracy on the nation’s railroads, laws were passed in 1891 establishing set standards of accuracy. All engineers and railroad workers were required to purchase and maintain their watches to keep accurate time based on set standards, about 30 seconds per week was the tolerance. This was the inspiration for The Hamilton Watch Company which was founded in 1892 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The company was started by a group of investors who were looking to create a high-quality, American-made watch. Hamilton quickly became a leading manufacturer of pocket watches, and by the early 1900s, the company was supplying watches to the US military. In 1917, Hamilton introduced its first wristwatch for service men entering the first World War. The wristwatch quickly became popular with both soldiers and civilians recognizing how practical they were. Hamilton continued to grow throughout the 1920s and 1930s, and by the 1940s, the company was one of the largest watchmakers in the world. Hamilton had exceptional engineers and designers, and their watches were elegantly styled as well as dependable. As a watchmaker myself I consider Hamilton to be one of the worlds “best” watches. It was mass produced perfection. Even today, you can take 100 old Hamilton’s of the same model apart and shake them up in a bag and reassemble 100 watches that will work perfectly with almost no adjustment. This is an achievement. In the early 1930’s our family store in Los Angeles was the a “Hamilton” Store. Even during the depression though Hamilton did not allow you to discount the price to sell a watch. Also, in the neighborhood was another Hamilton store and one day the owner sent in a “shill” to buy a Hamilton from us. Someone gave them a slight discount. Well, that was all it took for Hamilton to “pull the line” from us. In those days the local jewelry supply houses sold you the watches and they were all told not to sell to us. We simply contacted Gruen, and they were very excited to have a new account in Los Angeles and we immediately became a Gruen Store. A few months later, the other jeweler in the neighborhood went out of business and Hamilton came back to us asking if we wanted “the line” again. No thanks was the response and we never carried Hamilton again. During World War II, Hamilton supplied watches to the US military again. In addition, with contracts for the Navy, they produced the world’s most accurate navigational chronometers. The company also developed several new technologies for use in military watches. After the war, Hamilton continued to innovate, and the company introduced several new watch designs for the future. Unfortunately, they made one very poor executive decision in the 1950’s. Having invented the first “electric” or battery watch they decided to launch it before all the “bugs'' were worked out. Too many of them failed and at the same time, Bulova launched their version of the electric, or battery watch called the Accutron. It did not fail and that was the demise of one of America's most successful and influential companies. Their watches, however, still live on and parts are available and the average Hamilton, with only average care, will last hundreds of years. Their commitment to excellence has never been surpassed by any watch company. The Hamilton Spur...
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American Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Mens Datejust Silver Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 16014-SLV-DIA-AM-BDS-JBL Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust Ref# 16014 - Plastic Quickset Model Gender : Mens Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 36 mm Dial : Custo...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Submariner 5513 Meters First Matte Dial Stainless Steel Circa 1969
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 5513 Serial: 1967*** Year: 1969 Model: Rolex Submariner (Non-Date) Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Custom Black Nato Strap Bezel: Black (Faded) Dial: Black Face...
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Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Brushed Dial & Solid Link Bracelet 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Mid-1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diame...
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Swiss Vintage 20th Century Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Finished Green Dial, 1960s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44...
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Swiss Modern Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gruen 10k Gold Filled Art Deco Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style / Reference 770 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm...
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American Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Rolex Steel Rare Super Oyster Model with Original Dial from the Mid 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Reference 6202 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1954 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm x Diameter 34mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber 645 Full Size Bubble Back DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Triangle Markers / Original Luminous Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 19mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This rare model by the lengendary house of Rolex is fitted with its original experimental crown which was called the "Super Oyster." It does not screw down like their other models. They tried to design a crown that was waterproof but did not screw on. It was not a success and they abandoned the idea. This watch however, still has its original crown. The watch was just serviced by our team and keeps excellent time. It is also fitted with one of the last generations of the "Bubble Back" movement, the 645 caliber, an oversized example of the original caliber. This is a watch for a collector of unusual Rolex...
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Swiss Vintage 20th Century Watches

Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual Datejust 6516 25mm 18k Solid Gold Swiss 1960s RA471
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, a rare charming classic, 18k solid gold Lady Datejust automatic, c.1967, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex go...
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Swiss Vintage 20th Century Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

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