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Wrist Watches For Sale
Creator: Tiffany & Co.
Creator: Patek Philippe
Patek Philippe Lady's Yellow Gold Bracelet Wristwatch
Located in Chicago, IL
Lady's 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe bracelet watch, florentine finish with three row woven border, manual wind and figure eight safety clasp. Last retail $30,000
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1960s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Ladies Yellow Gold Ornate Gubelin Band Manual Wristwatch
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Vintage Piece by Renowned Watch Designer Patek Phillipe 18k Yellow Gold Rounded Rectangle Case 13 mm Wide (15 mm w/ Crown) 23 mm Long Lug-to-Lug Distance = 22 mm Champagne D...
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Early 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe "42" Platinum Curved Hinged Case Art Deco Watch
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This extremely rare Patek Philippe Art Deco watch was purchased from the original family and has not been restored or polished. ...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe 583R Gondolo Watch
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This 583R Patek Philippe vintage watch features a two tone salmon pink dial, and new Patek alligator strap with original ...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Chronograph Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tiffany & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Modern METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel & 18Kt. Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 42mm X Diameter 38mm CIRCA: 2000 MOVEMENT / CALIBER...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe 544A Stainless Steel Hooded Calatrava Watch
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Patek Philippe 544A Vintage stainless steel Calatrava. Circa 1940, The watch is made with hooded lugs and measures 34 x 37mm in diameter and fitted with a 12-120 PS cal...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe 2536J Calatrava Watch 36mm Unusual Lugs Circa 1954
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This rare and unusual Patek Philippe 2536J Calatrava watch features a 36mm case with large wide curved lugs. The watch is fitted with a 12"400 caliber manual wind move...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Ladies Yellow Gold Leather Cuff Wristwatch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ladies' 18k yellow gold 18x22mm Tiffany & Co. watch with Swiss made manual wind movement, sapphire crystal, brushed gold-tone dial, gold-tone index hour markers and stick hands, push...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Large White and Yellow Gold Stepped Case 1920s Wristwatch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Wrist Watch, 39 M.M. Lug end to end X 29 M.M. 18K White and Yellow Gold 2 Piece Hinged Stepped case with slight Flared Lugs. Me...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Watch by I.W.C., circa 1920s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: International Watch Company / Tiffany & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign Style METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diameter 31mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Silvered Art Deco Luminous Numerals / Blued Steel Luminous Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 16 mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This high grade hand made watch was produced for Tiffany & Co. by the legendary house of I.W.C. the International Watch Company. The movement is their highest caliber and beautifully finished. This watch, nearly 100 years old can...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe White Gold Baguette Diamond Bracelet Manual Wind Watch 'Ref 4138'
Located in Banbury, GB
Preowned, excellent condition vintage Patek Philippe 18k white gold ladies wristwatch. An 18k White Gold bracelet, winder, jewellery clasp and factory fitted baguette diamond bezel w...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Patek Philippe 18 Karat Rose Gold Case Back for Ref. 5040 Perpetual Calendar
Located in Dallas, TX
Authentic Patek Philippe 18k Rose Gold Case Back for Ref. 5040 Perpetual Calendar - Genuine Patek Philippe 18k Rose Gold Back for Ref. 5040 Perp...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe White Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic Patek Philippe unisex watch. Rectangular 18 karat white gold case 30 x 35 (without lugs) mm, Swiss automatic movement. Subsidiary second...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Yellow and White Gold Art Deco Handmade Manual Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tiffany and Company by Concord Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow and White Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 37mm X Width 21mm CIRCA: ...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Tiffany & Co. Ladies Diamond White Gold Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co lady's diamond 18k white gold wristwatch. With square diamonds in a rectangular case. Quartz movement, original buckle and band. Circa 2000s 18k white gold 6 full cut diamonds, approx. total weight .05cts, F, VS 12 square diamonds, approx. total weight 1.25cts, F, VS Length: 33.89mm Width: 18.71mm Case thickness: 7.91mm Strap width at case: 11.28mm Strap: Original Tiffany with Tiffany buckle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Lady's White Gold Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Tiffany & Co. Watch. The watch is 18K White Gold. It fits up to a 7" wrist. The watch face is 0.75" wide. The band is 7/16" wide. The watch weighs 66.7 grams
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. by Charles Hour Brass and Gilt Art Deco Clock, 1920s Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tiffany & Co. by Charles Hour STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Desk or Mantle Clock METAL / MATERIAL: CIRCA / YEAR: DIMENSIONS: Length 10 inch (25cm) X Width 10 inch (25...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Retailed by Yard Yellow Gold manual Wristwatch , circa 1930s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Patek Philippe wristwatch created in the 1930s and retailed by Yard. Rectangular case, Arabic numerals, manual-wind movement, 18 jewels, numb...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Ladies White Gold Diamond Lucida Quartz Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Stylish and sophisticated 18K white gold and diamond wristwatch from the Lucida collection by Tiffany & Co. It features very high grade square and rectangular cut diamonds around the bezel and buckle. Quartz movement. With original Tiffany buckle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava 36mm 18k Gold White Dial Hand Wind Watch 5119J-001
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Excellent condition. Comes with the original Patek pouch and paper.
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany & Company Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Atlas Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Tiffany & Company Atlas collection Ladies Wrist Watch, 24 M.M. 3 piece 18k Yellow Gold case with raised Roman Numeral case, quartz movement, Gold Dial, original Black Liza...
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Early 2000s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe 18 Karat White Gold Bracelet Watch from 1971 with Factory Archive
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Cie. STYLE / REFERENCE: Oval Dress Bracelet Watch / Reference 3545-1 METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt White Solid Gold CIRCA / DATE: 1971 DIMENSIONS: Length ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

1997 Vintage Tiffany & Co. Portfolio 16MM 96733437 Gold Plated Ladies Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Gold Plated Weight: 14.05 grams Ladies Swiss made Tiffany & Co. gold plated watch with original box and papers. Engraved with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Patek Philippe Ellipse 18k yellow gold Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3738/122
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse with iconic blue stick dial in 18k. Auto. 34 mm length by 30 mm width case size. Ref 3738/122. Circa 1990s. Fine Pre-owned Patek Philippe Watch. Certi...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Blue Sapphire And Diamond Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. watch is both dainty and dazzling, with its elegant, slim design accented by an array of sparkling sapphires and diamonds. The watch's case and bracelet ...
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20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Patek Philippe Nautilus Platinum 3800/1P-010
Located in London, GB
A 37.5mm Nautilus by Patek Philippe, in platinum which is difficult to find. Featuring a matte black ribbed dial with a date display at 3 o'clock. The bracelet is brought together by...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Vintage 1950s Patek Philippe Calatrava Gents Manual Wristwatch Ref 2484
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage 18ct yellow gold gents Patek Philippe wristwatch. The watch dates back to the mid to late 1950s and features a silver dial with gold hour and minute hands and a sma...
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1950s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage 1960s Patek Philippe Gents Diamond Manual Wristwatch Ref 2591/1
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful and rare 1960s gents Patek Philippe wristwatch. The watch features a silver dial with white hour and minute hands and a seconds subdial at 6 o'clock. The case is ...
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1960s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Silver

Patek Philippe Sealed World Time 5131/1P-001
Located in London, GB
A platinum World Time with complications by Patek Philippe. Featuring a silver dial with a cloisonne enamel centre. The dial itself features a 24-hour display and the time of 24 worl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Patek Philippe Calatrava Full Set with 36 Diamonds Lady 4820 18k White Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
PATEK PHILIPPE & Cie Genève Founded in 1839 For the discerning ones Wear Patek Philippe watch it's integrate the club of famous clients : Christian IX and Princess Louise of Denmark (the king and queen of Denmark), Victor Emmanuel III of Italy (king of Italy and Duke of Savoy), Hussein Kamel (Sultan of Egypt from 1914 to 1918). Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Ed Sheeran, Pablo Picasso, Charlie Sheen, Brad Pitt, Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, the Dalaï-Lama, Victoria the Queen of England, the Habsburgs and the Romanovs bought Patek Philippe watches, as did the royal families of Spain and Sweden, plus countless monarchies long since defunct: Italy, Bulgaria, Serbia, Portugal… About the Calatrava : with its refined aesthetic, the calatrava, launched in 1932, has established itself as the quintessence of the round wristwatch - and one of the most beautiful symbols of the Patek Philippe style. The ultimate in elegance, it seduces generation after generation thanks to its timeless perfection and extreme sobriety. Make the perfect gift and a strong invest with this fabulous Calatrava 4820by Patek Philippe. MODEL Calatrava with 36 diamonds lady Ref : 4820 The serial numbers are voluntarily virtualy blurred on the case back photography. CASE MATERIAL : 750 18K Solid White Gold Crown : 750 18K Solid Gold with Calatrava Cross Patek Philippe...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, White Gold

Patek Philippe 18K Hunting Case Pocket Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe 18K Hunting Case Pocket Watch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow Gold case (51mm) . White dial with black Arabic numerals sub seconds at 6 o'clock position; Gold hands. Cas...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Tiffany and Co Yellow Gold Hidden Watch with Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Rare Tiffany and Co 14 Karat Yellow Gold Hidden Watch Bracelet Featuring A Hamilton 17 Jewel Manual Wind Movement. Cover Swivels over Dial. 12 Ro...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Complications Chronograph Yellow Gold Hand Wind Watch 5070J-001
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned. Original Box and Papers are Included. Box is vintage and has damages so we will include modern Patek Philippe travel pouch also. * Free Shipping within the USA * Five-ye...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Mini Calatrava 4706/11 18k Solid Gold 4706 Queen Elizabeth II Fav
Located in PARIS, FR
PATEK PHILIPPE Genève Founded in 1839 For the discerning ones Wear Patek Philippe watch it's integrate the club of famous clients : Christian IX and Princess Louise of Denmark (the king and queen of Denmark), Victor Emmanuel III of Italy (king of Italy and Duke of Savoy), Hussein Kamel (Sultan of Egypt from 1914 to 1918). Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Ed Sheeran, Pablo Picasso, Charlie Sheen, Brad Pitt, Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, the Dalaï-Lama, Victoria the Queen of England, the Habsburgs and the Romanovs bought Patek Philippe watches, as did the royal families of Spain and Sweden, plus countless monarchies long since defunct: Italy, Bulgaria, Serbia, Portugal… This rare Patek Philippe Calatrava watch was produced around 1995. Legendary purity With its pure lines, the Calatrava is recognized as the very essence of the round wristwatch and one of the finest symbols of the Patek Philippe style. Supremely elegant, it charms each new generation of watch lovers by its timeless understated perfection. It is a true style icon for women who never go unnoticed. Make the perfect gift and a strong invest with this fabulous Calatrava 4706/11 by Patek Philippe. THIS PATEK WAS ONE OF QUEEN ELIZABETH II’S (1926-2022) FAVOURITE WATCHES MODEL Calatrava lady Ref : 4706/11 CASE MATERIAL : 750 18K Solid Yellow Gold Crown : 750 18K Solid Gold with Calatrava Cross Patek Philippe logo...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Patek Philippe 18Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Dress Watch Full Length Bracelet 1960s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 3266 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 17mm Diameter MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 20 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Solid Gold Dial With Roman Numeral Markers / Baton Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 18Kt. Solid Gold Mesh Bracelet...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Calatrava 5119G 18k White Gold Manual Wind with New Strap
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this Patek Philippe Calatrava 5119G. This stunning and elegant watch features a 36mm 18k white gold case surrounding a white Roman dial with small seconds subdial at 6 o'clock, and a manual wind caliber 215 movement on a brand new factory Patek Philippe black alligator strap with the original 18k white gold buckle. It comes with the original Patek Philippe watch box...
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Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava 3919/5
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe Calatrava in 18k yellow gold with 18k yellow hobnail bezel and 18k gold mesh band. Fits up to 7 inch wrist. Auto w/ subseconds. Ref 3919/5. Fine Pre-owned Patek Philippe Watch. Certified preowned Dress Patek Philippe Calatrava 3919...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava with 36 Diamonds Lady 4820/001 Full 750 18k Solid Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
PATEK PHILIPPE & Cie Genève Founded in 1839 For the discerning ones Wear Patek Philippe watch it's integrate the club of famous clients : Christian IX and Princess Louise of Denmark (the king and queen of Denmark), Victor Emmanuel III of Italy (king of Italy and Duke of Savoy), Hussein Kamel (Sultan of Egypt from 1914 to 1918). Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Ed Sheeran, Pablo Picasso, Charlie Sheen, Brad Pitt, Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, the Dalaï-Lama, Victoria the Queen of England, the Habsburgs and the Romanovs bought Patek Philippe watches, as did the royal families of Spain and Sweden, plus countless monarchies long since defunct: Italy, Bulgaria, Serbia, Portugal… This rare Patek Philippe Calatrava watch was produced around 1998. Legendary purity With its pure lines, the Calatrava is recognized as the very essence of the round wristwatch and one of the finest symbols of the Patek Philippe style. Supremely elegant, it charms each new generation of watch lovers by its timeless understated perfection. It is a true style icon for women who never go unnoticed. Make the perfect gift and a strong invest with this fabulous Calatrava 4820/001by Patek Philippe. About 50 000€ in boutique. MODEL Calatrava with 36 diamonds lady Ref : 4820/001 The serial numbers are voluntarily virtualy blurred on the case back photography. CASE MATERIAL : 750 18K Solid Yellow Gold Crown : 750 18K Solid Gold with Calatrava Cross Patek Philippe logo...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Vintage Patek Philippe Cocktail Watch Diamond Set Yellow Gold 4282
Located in London, GB
A striking vintage ladies dress watch crafted in yellow gold by Patek Philippe. Featuring a distinctive black onyx dial with a twisted golde...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany/Girard Perregaux Womens 14k Gold Wrist Watch
Located in Kingston, NY
Vintage 14k gold ladies wristwatch made in collaboration of Tiffany & Co. and Girard-Perregaux. Square yellow dial with baton indexes, inscription Tiffan...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Unworn Patek Philippe Nautilus 5726/1A-01 Watch under Patek Warranty
Located in London, GB
An unworn Nautilus in stainless steel by Patek Philippe. Featuring a new blue dial that shades to black which is exclusive to this steel model. The dial features the day, date and month as well as a moon phases display and 24-hour indicator. The bracelet comes equipped with the Nautilus fold-over clasp. Fitted with sapphire glass and a self-winding automatic movement which can be admired through the sapphire crystal case back. Comes complete with a Patek...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Ladies Diamond Nautilus Stainless Steel White Dial 7118/1200A-010
Located in New York, NY
The Patek Philippe Ladies Nautilus wristwatch features a round octagonal shape diamond-set bezel and 35mm stainless steel construction. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Large Curved 1920s Mechanical Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Reference 10 Wrist Watch, 33 x 23 M.M. slightly curved 2 piece hinged back case. 18 Jewel Mechanical, manual wind nickle lever ...
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1920s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe 5970R Grand Complications Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Watch
Located in New York, NY
The Patek Philippe Reference 5970R showcases a 40mm rose gold case and a white dial set with rose gold baton markers and hours, minutes hand. This is a grand complications model featuring manual winding movement, chronograph, perpetual calendar complication with day, date, month, year, and moon phase. Exhibition caseback that lets you see the beautiful Caliber 27-70 Q; 24 jewels; power reserve approximately 50-60 hours; Gyromax balance; Geneva Seal; Cote de geneve...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Patek Philippe Rose Gold 5711/1R Nautilus Jumbo
Located in Stamford, CT
Patek Philippe Rose Gold 5711/1R Nautilus Jumbo. The watch of all watches. Worn three times, come complete with box, papers, dust cover and original purchase receipt. Works wonderfully and is in immaculate condition. Brown Anthracite "Brun Trame" Dial with luminescent hour markers and hands self winding caliber 324Sc automatic movement, Shelton back, 18 Kt Rose Gold Bracket...
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2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Tiffany & Co. White Gold Quartz Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Very handsome watch, made and signed by Tiffany & Co. Interesting and unusual deep engraved line pattern on bezel and buckle. 18k white gold. Precision quartz movement. Tiffany & Co....
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1990s American Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Lady's Sterling Silver Atlas Quartz Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
"Atlas" pattern watch. Made and signed by TIFFANY & CO. Sterling silver. White dial. Sapphire crystal. Water resistant. The watch has a Swiss made quartz movement. 27 mm case....
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Patek Philippe Extremely Rare Lady's Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch
Located in New York, NY
An extremely rare Patek Philippe lady's bracelet watch, manufactured in 1973, constituted of 18k yellow gold square elements with internal blue enamel and applied gold decorations.
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

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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