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Art Deco Watches

ART DECO STYLE

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

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Vintage Movado Platinum 1.5ctw Diamond Fancy Dress Wrist Watch Black Cord Strap
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an elegant and classic vintage Movado ladies' watch mounted in a solid platinum case that is covered with approximately 1.5 carats of fine quality diamonds. The watch comes w/ a generic black cord strap that compliments the watch very beautifully. This fancy diamond watch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Watches

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Platinum

Cartier Paris Vendome LC Trinity GM large size watch 18K Tri- Color Circa 1980'S
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Cartier Vendome LC Trinity GM large size watch. The watch is made in 3-18 Karat gold colors; white,yellow, and rose. The watch measures 30mm in diameter, x 36mm h...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

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18k Gold

Diamond Elgin Watch, circa 1940s in Platinum
Located in Wailea, HI
Diamond Elgin Watch Circa 1940's in Platinum From Nat to Eva to You Engraved on the back "Nat to Eva 1942" 4..15 carats in diamonds 1 year guarantee just like a new watch. A classic...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Bugatti By Mido 1930 Art Deco Radiator Shape Enamel Wrist Watch 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Radiator wrist watch designed by Bugatti. An extremely rare and unusual deco wristwatch, created in Switzerland by Mido for the Bugatti company. Made during the art deco period in the shape of a automobile radiator grill, back in the 1930. Crafted in solid yellow gold of 14 karats with the logo of Bugatti which is embellished with applications of red white and black enamel and the letters EB, for Ettore Bugatti. Fitted with a hinged snap lid. History Between the mid-1920s and the mid-1930s, Mido produced less than a hundred watches for the very famous Bugatti automobile brand. The notable feature of these pieces was their case shaped like the iconic radiator grille on the famous car. They were specially ordered by Mr. Ettore Bugatti to the Mido manufacture, often offered to his best pilots, mechanics and to his family. Bolstered by this success, Mido developed its famous watches for motorists in 1925 and 1926. The brand filed a patent for its watch cases and for some dials inspired by the finest vehicles of the era. These included pocket and pendant watches, all of which mirrored the radiators from a large number of car manufacturers, including: Alfa Romeo, Benz, Bugatti (or EB, for Ettore Bugatti), Buick, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Citroën, De Dion-Bouton, Delage, Farman, Fiat, Ford, Hispano-Suiza, Lancia, Lincoln, Opel, Peugeot, Pic-Pic, Rolls-Royce and Talbot. Records Mido records confirm that the first of the four series of Bugatti watches...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Carter Paris Trinity Vendome Watch, Ref. 11034 . Ladies small, Circa 1980'S
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Carter Paris Trinity Vendome Watch, Ref. 11034 . The watch is made in three 18 Karat colors, White, Yellow and Rose. The watch is measuring 24 mm in diameter x 32 mm long to stra...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

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18k Gold

14k Solid Gold Star Stud Smart Watch Accessory Gold Watch Band Accessory Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Star Stud Smart Watch Accessory Gold Watch Band Accessory Gift Seller Notes “Price for Only 1pc Stud.” Handmade Yes Country/Region of Manufacture India Material 14k S...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Watches

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Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco 14K White Gold Hamilton 2.5ctw Diamond Watch 22.1g
Located in Addison, TX
Presenting a: Vintage Art Deco 14K White Gold Hamilton 2.5ctw Diamond Watch 6.4" 22.1g Natural Diamonds approximately 2.5ct total. Measures .60" wide ...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Art Deco Watches

Rolex Sea-Dweller 43mm Ref 126600 Anniversary Series Watch Full Set
Located in Miami, FL
A Rolex Sea-Dweller 126600 Anniversary Series, featuring a 43mm stainless steel case, 15.5mm thickness, and the signature red "Sea-Dweller" text, complete with original box and card....
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Watches

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Stainless Steel

Carter Paris Vendome Trinity LC 18K White-Yellow-Rose gold. 24x31mm Circa 1990's
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Carter Paris Vendome Trinity LC. Made in 18K White-Yellow-Rose gold. Ref. W15042. The watch is made in 18K Tri Color Golds measuring 24mm in diameter X 31mm high. (...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

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18k Gold

Lady's 14k White Gold Vintage Hamilton Watch
Located in Addison, TX
For a fancy night out, or a casual evening this watch is great for elegant touch to your appearance. This vintage 14K White gold watch and 14K wh...
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Watches

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Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Omega 14Kt Solid White Gold Ladies 1950's Dress Watch with 1 Carat of Diamonds
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century / Reference A7699 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X D...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

Tiffany & Co. by Agassiz Platinum Ladies Art Deco Watch 1920's Dial by Stern
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Agassiz for Tiffany & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tortue Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum and Diamonds CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 25mm X W...
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1920s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

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Platinum

Ball Watch Co. Open Faced Railroad Pocket Watch circa 1920
By Ball Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Ball Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced High Grade Railroad Pocket Watch / METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled / Screw O...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Watches

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Gold-filled

Art Deco Masoniс Triangle Pyramid Gold Watch Levrette Swiss, 1920
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Art Deco Masoniс Triangle Pyramid Gold Watch Levrette Swiss, 1920 Extremely Rare Antique Masoniс Triangle Pyramid Gold Watch by Levrette Swiss. Highly collectable item, enamel dial ...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

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Gold

Diamond Adorned Vintage Hamilton Watch
Located in Addison, TX
Beautiful 14K white gold link-style bracelet pairs with the vintage Hamilton mechanical wind wristwatch effortlessly for an elegant look. This piec...
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1920's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tiffany & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum & Diamonds CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 16mm MOVEME...
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1920s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

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Platinum

14K White Gold Ornate Vintage Hamilton Watch
Located in Addison, TX
Created by Hamilton, this vintage watch gives off a luxurious feel. The 14K white gold link style bracelet pairs elegantly to the 14k white gold wind wris...
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Watches

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Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Ladies White GF Wrist Watch by Elgin, Fully Serviced, C1934
Located in Westward ho, GB
Wonderfully styled Art Deco ladies watch originating from the 1934 and made by the American watchmakers Elgin. A fine classic calibre movement running well on a 7 jewel Elgin grade 4...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Watches

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Gold, Gold-filled, White Gold

Vacheron Constantin 18Kt Solid White Gold Dress Watch circa 1980's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron & Constantin STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Bracelet Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 31mm X Width 25...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

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White Gold

Art Deco Ladies 14k White Gold Filled Wrist Watch, c1932
Located in Westward ho, GB
For your consideration is this truly beautiful ladies original Art Deco manual wrist watch with original strap. The main case is 14k white gold filled with triangular synthetic emeralds as accents. Heavy art deco decorative engraving to the case and superb circular numeral dial. Made in the US but with a Swiss manual wind up movement which has a fine classic 5AP calibre, and is running very well on 15 jewels. The movement is working well & keeping good time having been serviced. Please note this is a vintage watch...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Watches

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14k Gold, Gold-filled, White Gold

Art Deco 1930 Wrist Watch in .900 Platinum with 4.98 Ctw in Round Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
At deco platinum wristwatch. Beautiful highly decorated lady wristwatch, made in America during the art deco period, back in the 1930. This elegant wristwatch has been crafted in so...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Watches

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White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Ladies Art Deco Platinum Diamond Onyx Wrist Watch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Deco diamond and onyx watch head set in newer triple-strand band of onyx beads with diamond spacers. Watch head is platinum. Spacer...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Watches

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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Platinum

Pontiac Logo Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch with Luminous Dial 1930's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Pontiac Logoed Watch STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Chromium CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 30mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 6 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Silvered with Luminous Numerals / Blued Steel Luminous Hands ATTACHMENT / BRACELET: Leather, 18mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This unique watch was probably a presentation or gift when making a purchase of a Pontiac Watch...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

Elgin 14Kt White Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch circa 1920 with Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 18m...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Watches

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White Gold

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch, 1930's with 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: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Width 18mm M...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Watches

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Gold-filled

Breguet Classique Ladies Diamond in 18K Gold 25mm Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Breguet Classic Ladies 18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Bezel Watch. Manual wind. All original parts. Details: Item Type: Ladies' wristwatch Brand: Breguet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Elgin Gold Filled De Luxe Art Deco Watch, circa 1940's with Custom Finished Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: De Luxe / Art Deco Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm X Width...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Watches

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Gold-filled

Vintage Movado Ermeto Stainless Steel Brown Leather Travel Clock
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Movado Ermeto travel clock is a fine example of Swiss ingenuity and Art Deco-era design. Featuring a stainless steel case wrapped in its original leather covering, the c...
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20th Century Art Deco Watches

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Stainless Steel

Movado for Tiffany & Co. 14Kt Solid Rose Gold Ladies Art Deco Watch circa, 1940
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Movado Watch Company for Tiffany & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 44169 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Rose Gold / Gold Filled Bracelet CIRCA / YEAR: 1940...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

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Rose Gold

Gruen Steel & Gold Art Deco Watch circa 1930's with Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Steel & Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Width 22mm MOVEME...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Watches

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Gold, Steel

Gruen 14Kt Solid Gold Curvex Art Deco Watch with Original Box circa 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Curvex METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold / Reference 568 CIRCA / YEAR: 1947-48 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Wi...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Watches

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14k Gold

Waltham Gold-Filled Antique Open Face Pocket Watch, Size 14S
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Beautiful antique Waltham pocket watch with white dial. Blue hands and a dedicated seconds dial. Gold-filled case with intricate hand-etched design on ...
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20th Century American Art Deco Watches

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Gold-filled

Art Deco 1940 Brooch Wristwatch 18Kt Gold Gia Certified 9.87 Ctw Diamonds Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
Art-Deco convertible jeweled Brooch-Wristwatch. An unusual historical piece from the American art deco period, created between the 30's and 40's. Was designed in the shape of a corn...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Watches

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

Glycine Platinum Diamond Emerald Art Deco Wristwatch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Antique Art Deco Glycine Watch featuring a platinum case with a diamond shaped face and channel set emeralds and prong set diamonds on a platinum mesh ba...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Watches

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1938 lady's Rolex 9K Yellow Gold Mechanical Watch Factory Marked Case & Works
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1938 lady's Rolex 9K Yellow Gold Watch Mechanical Watch Wrist Length 6.25 inch Marking "Rolex" ,"9c" , "110266", "Worlds---" , "Jessica" Cond...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

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Yellow Gold

Illinois White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1928 Modified Tortue Shape
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Illinois Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tortue Shape METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1928 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 28mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber 6 / 0 DIAL / HANDS: Two Tone with Luminous Numerals / Blued Steel Luminous Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 20mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is the only example we have ever seen of this model by the legendary house of Illinois Watch Company. The case is entirely hand engraved and the movement is hand made as well. The shape, The Tortue was originally designed by Louis Cartier in the early teens and the style was copied by nearly every watch company. Cartier based the design of the Tortue Shaped Watch on some columns saw in an ancient Greek Temple as a young man. The columns were held up at the base by giant...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Watches

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Gold-filled

Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot Travel Time 5524G -Blue Dial
Located in New York, NY
Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot Travel Time 5524G -Blue Dial – 2019 – Box & Papers Up for sale is a stunning Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot Travel Time 5524G in white gold, featuring...
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2010s Swiss Art Deco Watches

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White Gold

Illinois White Gold-Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1930's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Illinois Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1930 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 27mm MO...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Watches

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Gold-filled, White Gold

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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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Watches

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White Gold

Patek Philippe Early Art Deco Cushion shape 18 Karat Gold watch Circa 1927-1928
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Patek Philippe Early Art Deco Cushion shape watch Circa 1927-1928, The watch is made in 18K yellow gold and measuring 31 x31 mm. The watch is fit...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold

Longines for Tiffany & Co. 14Kt Solid Gold Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1919
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines for Tiffany & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 97 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold / Kiln Fired Enamel CIRCA / YEAR: 1919 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Le...
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1910s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

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Gold

Hamilton Diamond Hidden Watch
Located in New York, NY
Hamilton Diamond Hidden Watch A Hamilton watch adorned with round and baguette-cut diamonds. Approximate Diamond Weight: 6.52 carats Approximate Lengt...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Paris and Edmond Jaeger Seed Pearl and Diamond Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Dating from the 1910s, this early platinum, seed pearl and diamond wristwatch was created by Cartier Paris in collaboration with Edmond Jaeger and European Watch & Clock. The square ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Watches

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Diamond, Pearl

Audemars Piguet by J.E. Caldwell Ladies Platinum Diamond Manual Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Art Deco lady's platinum diamond wristwatch by J.E. Caldwell. The original dial with black Roman numerals is signed "J.E. Caldwell " and has a border of round old cut diamonds within a platinum bezel. A beautiful platinum mesh...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

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

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Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Paris Vintage Tank Lc Large, "Extra Thin", circa 1975-1980
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Cartier Paris Vintage Tank LC GM Extra Thin, Large size made in 18K yellow 1st series, Circa 1975-1980. The watch measures 24 x 30 x 4.4mm thick...
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1970s French Vintage Art Deco Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Americane Mm Ladies 18k; Discontinued, circa 1990s
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Cartier American Tank, MM Ladies 18K yellow gold watch measuring 20 x 35mm. The watch if fitted with a quartz movement, and is acc...
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Early 2000s Swiss Art Deco Watches

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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

Antoine Lepine Rose Gold Ruby Cylinder French Pocket Watch, circa 1800s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Lepine STYLE / REFERENCE: Oversized Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Rose Gold DIMENSIONS: Diameter 59mm CIRCA / YEAR: 1800's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Key ...
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Early 1800s French Antique Art Deco Watches

Rare Art-Deco c1928 Cyma Chronometre Manual 9K Rose Gold Cushion Case Watch
By Cyma
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Fine & Rare Art-Deco circa 1928 Cyma Chronometre Gents' Wristwatch features: Unusually big (for that period) CASE, of rarely seen & desirable cushion shape, crafted in 9K R...
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1920s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

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Rose Gold

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial Early 40's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: Early 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm x Wid...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Watches

Jean-Antoine Lepine Rose Gold Ruby Cylinder French Pocket Watch, circa 1780
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Lepine STYLE / REFERENCE: Oversized Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Rose Gold DIMENSIONS: Diameter 59mm CIRCA: 1770 / 80's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Key W...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Art Deco Watches

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Rose Gold

Cartier 18Kt. Tank European Watch & Clock Co. w/ Engine Turned Dial 1920 / 30's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Tank Style / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18 Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920 / 30's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X 23mm W...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex 14Kt Solid Gold Ladies Dress Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 3570 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 16mm MOVEMENT ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Gold

Ladies Platinum white gold Diamond French Art Deco Mechanical Wristwatch, 1925
Located in Poitiers, FR
Rectangular, this art deco watch features geometric lines and decorations set with diamonds. The bracelet is a double black cord retained by white gold ties. The white gold clasp is a folding clasp with ratchet and adjustment. The dial is light gray. Mechanical watch with manual winding. Numbered on the back of the case. Height of the dial: 1.8 cm, width of the dial: 0.6 cm, total length of the pattern: 6 cm, width: 1 cm. Total weight of the jewel: approximately 15 g. Revised and repolished watch in perfect working order. Authentic antique woman watch...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Patek Philippe 18Kt Solid Gold Dress Watch with Original Dial and Bracelet 1960
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Cie. STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 3426/3 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 32mm MOVE...
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vacheron Constantin White Gold Pocket Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Vacheron Constantin Pocket Watch, 45 M.M. x 6 M.M. thick 18k White Gold 4 piece contract for V & C case, 18 Jewel, Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle lever movement, beautifu...
Category

1920s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

International Watch Company or IWC 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Watch
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: International Watch Company "I.W.C." STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century Round METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 23mm X Diameter 17mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Silvered with Gold Baton Markers / Baton Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 8mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement VAULT FIND This watch has been in a vault for nearly 50 years and the price includes a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker. This will of course delay shipping it out for a few days while we do the service and check it out. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This rare watch by the legendary house of I.W.C. is entirely hand made. We have never seen this model before and it is very fine and high grade. It is a small watch...
Category

1940s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Watches

Materials

Gold

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