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Wrist Watches For Sale
Creator: Cartier
Creator: Sicis Jewels
Cartier Tank Anglaise Small Silver Dial Steel Ladies Watch W5310022
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Anglaise Small Silver Dial Steel Ladies Watch W5310022. Quartz movement. Stainless steel case 30.2 x 22.7 mm. Circular grained crown set with the blue spinel cabochon. ....
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel

Cartier Pasha C Big Date Midsize Steel White Dial Mens Watch W31055M7 Box Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Pasha C Big Date Midsize Steel White Dial Mens Watch W31055M7 Box Papers. Automatic self-winding movement. Polished and brushed stainless steel case 35.0 mm in diameter. Case...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Ronde Solo de Cartier W6701004
Located in London, GB
Classic Cartier with a twist, the Black Roman Numeral hour markers a signature of Cartier in a lesser case being a 29.5mm steel round case known as the 'Ronde Solo' one of the more modern designs to be released by Cartier. One of the most recent watch releases by Cartier. Quartz battery powered this slim profile steel watch sits beautifully on the wrist, fitted to a steel Cartier bracelet with deployment hidden clasp. Sapphire scratch resistant crystal, waterproof to 300 meters. Accompanied with original UK stamped...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Santos 100 Steel Yellow Gold 38mm Silver Dial Mens Watch W20072X7
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Santos 100 Steel Yellow Gold 38mm Silver Dial Mens Watch W20072X7. Automatic self-winding movement caliber 049. Three body brushed stainless steel case 38.0 mm. Stainless st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver, Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Small Rose Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WE10456H
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Small Rose Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WE10456H. Quartz movement. Rectangular 18K rose gold case, 25.0 x 20.0 mm. Octagonal crown set with an original Cartier fa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Steel Ladies Watch W51011Q3 Box Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Steel Ladies Watch W51011Q3 Box Papers. Quartz movement. Rectangular stainless steel 25.0 X 30.0 mm case. Octagonal crown set with a blue spinel caboch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier 'Tank Americaine' Ladies' Diamond Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Cartier Tank Américaine Diamond Watch - a true masterpiece of horological artistry. With an engine-turned rectang...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier Watch - 36 mm Steel Case - Silvered Dial - Interchangeable Bracelet 36 mm steel case, 12.1 mm thick, fluted steel crown set...
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Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu
Cartier Ballon Bleu
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Cartier Ballon Bleu Ultra Thin 46 mm Rose Gold Mens Watch W6920054
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Ballon Bleu Ultra Thin 46 mm Rose Gold Mens Watch W6920054. Manual winding movement. 18K rose gold case 46.0 mm in diameter, 6.9 mm thick. Fluted crown set with the blue sapp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Calibre Steel Black Dial Mens Watch W7100016
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Calibre Steel Black Dial Mens Watch W7100016. Automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 42.0 mm in diameter. Crown cover with faceted blue spinel. Transparent exh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Pink Mother Of Pearl Dial Steel Ladies Watch W51028Q3
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Pink Mother Of Pearl Dial Steel Ladies Watch W51028Q3. Quartz movement. Rectangular stainless steel 20.0 x 25.0 mm case. Octagonal crown set with a pink spinel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier 18K White Gold Panthere De Cartier 1925 Ref. 2476 28mm Ladies Watch
Located in New York, NY
Adorn your wrist with the timeless elegance of the Cartier Panthère 1925 Belt Watch in 18K White Gold. This exquisite timepiece, featuring a refined blend of vintage inspiration and ...
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20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Panthere Quartz 29mm 18k Yellow Gold Off-White Roman Dial woman 106000M
Located in New York, NY
Yellow gold-tone 18kt yellow gold case and bracelet. Fixed yellow gold-tone 18kt yellow gold bezel. Beige dial with blued-steel sword-shaped hands and Roman numeral hour markers. Min...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Santos Ronde Model W20028g1
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Santos Ronde is a little like the 1975 film The Stepford Wives; largely overlooked upon its initial release, it took years to garner the appreciation it deserved. Unfortu...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Ronde Solo Silver Dial Quartz Steel Ladies Watch WSRN0029
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Ronde Solo Silver Dial Quartz Steel Ladies Watch WSRN0029. Quartz movement. Stainless steel case 36.0 mm in diameter. Circular grained crown set with a blue spinel cabochon. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel

Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Roadster 2675 Women's Wristwatch 31 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The charm of a finely crafted wristwatch accompanies the wearer through the years and to any occasion they have a date for. It is this charm, infused with timeless luxury, that makes...
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2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Stainless Steel and 18k Rose Gold Calibre Brown Dial 42mm
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: hours, minutes, seconds, date Case: 42mm round case, 18K rose gold bezel, push pull crown, sapphire crystal Dial: black / rose roman Band: steel and ros...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu 3005
Located in New York, NY
Reference number 3005 Brand Cartier Model Ballon Bleu Gender Men's watch/Unisex Movement Quartz Case Material Stainless Steel Case Size 36mm Bracelet Material Stainless Steel Steel b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Panthere L 3-Row 18k Gold
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
In Mint Condition. Swiss Made, Cartier Panthere Model in Stainless Steel & 18k Yellow Gold. Solid 18k Gold Links. Watch Comes Full Links, As Well As Original Cartier Box & Papers. L...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Paris 18Kt. Gold Calatrava Style Watch, from 1950's European Watch Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: European Watch & Clock Co / Cartier Paris STYLE / REFERENCE: Calatrava Style METAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA: 1950's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 17 Jewels / Sweep / Europe...
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Ladies Watch
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Series: Santos Case Diameter: 24 mm Bracelet: 18k yellow gold & stainless steel Bezel: Custom diamond set Dial: Off-white Dial The sale includes a Cartier watch box a...
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Pasha Big Date Pink Dial Steel Ladies Watch W31058M7
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Pasha Big Date Pink Dial Steel Ladies Watch W31058M7. Automatic self-winding movement. Round stainless steel case 35.0 mm in diameter. Case back with 8 screws. Vendome lugs. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Louis XL Rose Gold Manual Winding Mens Watch W1560017 Box Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Louis XL Rose Gold Manual Winding Mens Watch W1560017 Box Papers. Manual-winding movement. 18k rose gold case 40.4 mm x 34.92 mm. Case thickness: 5.1 mm. Circular graine...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Pasha C Big Date Midsize Steel White Dial Mens Watch W31055M7
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Pasha C Big Date Midsize Steel White Dial Mens Watch W31055M7. Automatic self-winding movement. Polished and brushed stainless steel case 35.0 mm in diameter. Caseback with 8...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier 1970s Scarce Yellow Gold and Diamond Mechanical Ladies Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Ladies Wrist Watch, 30 X 21 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case with Cartier Factory set Round Brilliant cut diamonds totaling .40 Carat. Cartier Inc. 17 Jewel Nick...
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1970s French Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Americaine Large Rose Gold Diamond Mens Watch WB704851
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Americaine Large Rose Gold Diamond Mens Watch WB704851. Automatic movement. 18k rose gold case 26.6 x 45.1 mm. Octagonal crown set with an original Cartier factory diamo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Tank Must Large Steel Red Dial Ladies Watch WSTA0054 Box Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Must Large Steel Red Dial Ladies Watch WSTA0054 Box Card. Quartz movement. Stainless steel case 33.7 x 25.5 mm. Circular grained crown set with blue spinel cabochon. . S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Solo 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch W1018855 2742
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Solo 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch W1018855 2742 - Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold case with stainless steel back (27mm x 34mm). Silver colored dial with black Roman nume...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Tortue Perpetual Calendar Automatic Rose Gold Mens Watch W1580045
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tortue Perpetual Calendar Automatic Rose Gold Mens Watch W1580045. Self-winding automatic movement. 18k rose gold Tonneau shape case 45.6 mm x 51 mm. Case thickness is 16.8 m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Raspberry Dial Limited Edition Steel Watch W51030Q3
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Raspberry Dial Limited Edition Steel Ladies Watch W51030Q3. Quartz movement. Rectangular stainless steel 20.0 x 25.0 mm case. Octagonal crown set with a pink s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier France Rare Mini Tank Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Scarce and Hard to Find Mini Tank Wrist Watch, 23 x 15 M.M. ( lugs included in length ) 2 piece 18k Yellow Gold Case. Cartier Inc. Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle lever m...
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1970s French Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu Automatic Diamond White Gold Ladies Watch WE902067 Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Ballon Bleu Automatic Diamond White Gold Ladies Watch WE902067 Papers. Automatic self-winding movement. 18k white gold case 33.0 mm in diameter, 9.96 mm thick. Fluted crown s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Panthère
Located in New York, NY
Panthère de Cartier watch, medium model, quartz movement. Case in rose gold 750/1000 and steel, bezel set with brilliant-cut diamonds, dimensions: 29 mm x 37 mm, thickness: 6 mm, cro...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Panthère
Cartier Panthère
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Cartier Pasha Seatimer Lady watch 33 mm W3140002 VPEMNE never worn
Located in Pescara, IT
Cartier Pasha Seatimer LADY watch 33 mm stainless steel quartz silver dial white rubber strap ,model no. W3140002 VPEMNE. The watch features a silvered opaline dial with black Arabic...
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2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu Silver Dial Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch W69009Z3
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Ballon Bleu Silver Dial Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch W69009Z3. Automatic self-winding movement. Caliber 049. Round stainless steel case 42.1 mm in diameter, 13 mm thick. Flut...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver, Steel

Cartier Tank Louis XL Power Reserve Rose Gold Mens Watch W1560003
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Louis XL Power Reserve Rose Gold Mens Watch W1560003. Manual-winding movement. 18k rose gold case 39 mm x 30 mm. Circular grained crown set with a blue sapphire cabochon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Roadster Steel Yellow Gold Ladies Watch W62026Y4
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Roadster Steel Yellow Gold Ladies Watch W62026Y4. Swiss quartz movement. Calibre 688. Stainless steel and 18K yellow gold tonneau shaped case 36 x 30 mm. . Scratch resistant ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 2303
Located in Stamford, CT
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 2303, quartz movement. Stainless Steel Length: 36mm Width: 28mm Case thickness: 6.7mm Bracelet width at case: 19mm Bracelet length: 7.25 inches Bracelet: Stainless Steel with deployant buckle Cartier Crystal: Sapphire Dial: Authentic Cartier Chronograph Outside case: Cartier Swiss Made 2303...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Phantere 33mm cougar two-roll two tone
Located in San Fernando, CA
This Cartier Cougar watch is a testament to timeless elegance and precision with its quartz movement and classic design. The watch is in very good condition, indicating minimal signs...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Cartier Ronde Solo 36 MM steel Quartz Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Ronde Solo Wrist Watch, 36 M.M 2 Piece stainless steel water resistant case, Sapphire crown, Sapphire Glass Crystal. Silver dial with Black Roman numerals and a C...
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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Casque Collection Diamond Set White Gold 18K Wristwatch
Located in Geneva, CH
Cartier Casque Collection Diamond Set White Gold 18K Wristwatch. Signed Cartier, numbered and marked. White gold 18K box set with brilliant-cut diamonds, silver sunburst-patterned di...
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Santos Octagone Wristwatch ref 187903. 18K Yellow Gold, Year 1990...
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our Attractive Cartier Santos Octagone reference 187903 features the small size case with quartz movement and date function. The case (26mm x 31mm) and bracelet are of stainless stee...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier 765510TX Ref 3167 Tank Solo 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch French Strap
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Cartier 765510TX Ref 3167 Tank Solo 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch French Strap Pre-owned condition; in good condition, French made strap, original and signed buckle, fresh battery Go...
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2010s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K White Gold Captive 35mm Round Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your wrist with the exquisite Cartier 18K White Gold Captive 35mm Diamond Dial Ref 3120 Watch, a radiant fusion of opulence and precision. Crafted in lustrous 18K white gold, this timepiece is a testament to Cartier's legacy of unparalleled craftsmanship and timeless sophistication. The 35mm dial, a perfect balance of form and function, commands attention with its elegant proportions. Powered by automatic movement, this watch seamlessly marries traditional watchmaking with modern convenience, ensuring accurate timekeeping with every glance. With the Cartier Captive...
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20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Ref 2388 Automatic Power Reserve Calendar Steel Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier Reference 2388 Wrist Watch, 38 M.M 3 piece Stainless steel Water resistant case with Exhibition, Glass back. Rotating Bezel with Sapphire Glass Crystal and Sapphir...
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Early 2000s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu Automatic Grey Dial Stainless Steel Diamond Watch WSBB0060
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with the Cartier Ballon Bleu wristwatch, a perfect accessory for any occasion. This Swiss-made, luxury timepiece features a sleek stainless steel bracelet and a 40...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Declaration Yellow Gold Titanium Diamond Ladies Watch WT000150
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Declaration Yellow Gold Titanium Diamond Ladies Watch WT000150. Quartz movement. Elongated curved titanium case 18 mm x 39 mm. Ten 18k yellow gold mobile sliding bands moving...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Titanium

Cartier Tank Francaise Small Steel Diamond Dial Ladies Watch WE110006
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Small Steel Diamond Dial Ladies Watch WE110006. Quartz movement. Rectangular stainless steel 20 x 25 mm case. Octagonal crown set with a blue spinel cabochon. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Papers. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold case 34 mm x 27 mm. Stainless steel case back. Circular grained crown set with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Small Steel Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch W4TA0008 Box Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Small Steel Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch W4TA0008 Box Card. Quartz movement. Rectangular stainless steel 20.0 x 25.0 mm case. Octagonal crown set with a blue spi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Louis Yellow Gold Black Strap Mens Watch WGTA0067 Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Louis Yellow Gold Black Strap Mens Watch WGTA0067 Card. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold case 33.7 x 25.5 mm. Circular grained crown set with a blue sapphire cabochon. ....
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Ref 1840 Large Yellow Gold Automatic Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2005 Cartier Tank Francaise Reference 1840 Wrist Watch, 28 X 23 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece Water resistant case, Automatic Self winding movement, Sapphire Crown and Sapphire ...
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Early 2000s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Divan 32mm 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Watch
Located in Bellmore, NY
The Cartier Divan 18K White Gold Watch with 2 Rows Diamond Bezel and leather strap, featuring a Diamond Buckle, is a true embodiment of Cartier's legacy ...
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu W69011Z4 36mm Unisex Watch Custom Diamond Bezel
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Series: Ballon Bleu Model: W69011Z4 Case Diameter: 36 mm Bezel: Custom diamond set, 2Ct of Natural Diamonds Dial: Silver Dial The sale includes a Cartier box and an ap...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Captive Rose Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WG600011
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Captive Rose Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WG600011. Quartz movement. . 18k rose gold original Cartier factory diamond bezel. Scratch resistant sap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Tank Divan Mini Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WA301071 New Strap
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with this exquisite Cartier Tank Divan Mini wristwatch, crafted from yellow gold with a two-piece leather strap in a stunning red hue. Th...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Tortue XL CPCP Collection Silver Dial Rose Gold Mens Watch 2763
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tortue XL CPCP Collection Silver Dial Rose Gold Mens Watch 2763. Manual winding movement. 18k rose gold Tonneau shape case 48 mm x 38 mm. Octagonal crown set with a faceted b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Silver

Cartier Pasha Power Reserve Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch W31037H3
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Pasha Power Reserve Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch W31037H3. Automatic self-winding movement. Round three-body stainless steel case 3...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel

Antique, New and Vintage Wristwatches

Antique, new and vintage wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary 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 wristwatches.

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.

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.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? 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.

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