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Cartier Baignoire Certified Mint Complete Set With Original Receipt White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Baignoire REFRENCE: WB520009 CASE: 18k White Gold DIAL: Silver BAND: 18k White Gold MOVEMENT: Manual Mint condition, with receipt Accommodated with an up to d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold

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

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White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Audemars Piguet 18 Karat Yellow Gold 34mm Hand Wound Watch
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Audemars Piguet Year: 1970s Material: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Gold Case Measurement: 34 mm Movement: Manual Wind Condition: Pristine, like new Weight: 72 Grams Size: Adjustable,...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Omega Speedmaster Day-Date Men's Watch 3221.30.00 - Stainless Automatic 1YrWnty
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Omega Model: Speedmaster Day-Date Model Number: 3221.30.00 Movement: Automatic Warranty: One Year Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: White Metal Content: Stainless Steel Fastening Type: Deployment Clasp Features: Seconds sub dial 12 hour recorder 30 minute recorder Day and date windows Smooth & brushed finishes Tachymetric scale on the bezel Luminous hands and hour markers Scratch Resistant Sapphire Crystal Measurements Inner Circumference including case and band: 7 1/4" Case Width (not including the crown): 40mm Lug Width: 18.8mm Band Width: 17.7mm Stamps: Omega Speedmaster...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ladies Quartz Watch Yellow Gold 67601BA
Located in Dallas, TX
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ladies Quartz Watch Yellow Gold 67601BA - Quartz. Yellow Gold case (29mm diameter). Mother of Pearl dial with diamond hour markers. White Audemars Piguet st...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

2024 Rolex Datejust 126234 Purple Aubergine Diamond 36mm Stainless Steel Jubilee
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Make a bold yet elegant statement with this 2024 Rolex Datejust 36mm (Ref. 126234)—a perfect blend of modern sophistication and timeless craftsmanship. The standout feature of this m...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date Certified Two Tone Black Dial Service Papers
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner Date REFRENCE: 16803 SIZE: 40mm CASE: 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oyster 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel MOVEMEN...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Mixed Metal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Hublot King Power Big Bang Foudroyante 715.PX.1128.RX 18K Rose Gold Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 715.PX.1128.RX Year: 2018 Model: Hublot King Power Big Bang Foudroyante Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: Rubber Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Blac...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chrono 42mm Elephant Grey 26470ST.OO.A104 B&P
Located in New York, NY
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph “Elephant” (ref. 26470ST.OO.A104CR.01) is a bold and distinctive timepiece that exemplifies the brand's commitment to blending clas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Vintage 1601 Pie Pan Datejust on Jubilee Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A distinguished Rolex Datejust wristwatch crafted in stainless steel. The round watch features a silver sunburst dial with precise baton indexes and ...
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1970s Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Antique Art Deco Platinum 3.72ctw Old Diamond Fancy Wrist Watch Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (95) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Round Cut - Bezel & Pave Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 1.98ctw (approx.) (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette Cut - Channe...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage 2 Carat Diamond and Platinum Thin Watch
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This watch has a slender, sleek design Approximately 2 carats total diamond weight, 108 diamonds ranging in size from approximately .01 to .03 carat each 6 inches long Platinum Watch is working with original parts. Fold over clasp with second fold over safety. Engraved on back of watch face...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Gold Rolex Cosmograph Daytona with White Dial on Crocodile Strap
Located in Palm Beach, FL
One men's 18K yellow gold Rolex Cosmograph Daytona wristwatch, reference number 116518. This stylish and much sought after timepiece features a Rolex calibre 4130 movement to power i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Gold Omega 342 Automatic Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Among the first of the automatic Omega movements, this circa 1947 fourteen karat 14K yellow gold Men's Omega Wrist Watch Model 342 is with unrestored...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Ultra-Thin Classic Gold Audemars-Piguet Mens Watch with Brown Crocodile Strap
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This handsome, vintage 18K yellow gold Audemars-Piguet wristwatch is positively elegant. Crafted during the mid-20th Century, this iteration is am...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Green Dial circa 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1505 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gold and Steel Cartier Santos Carrée Automatic Wristwatch
Located in Princeton, NJ
A highly sought after 18 karat yellow gold and stainless steel vintage Cartier Santos Carrée in a 29mm case featuring an automatic movement power...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Steel

Omega 351 Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold Men's Bumper Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In the popular 32mm case of the period, this great 1950s Omega timepiece is a winner. In original condition, the domed crystal and authentic retro dia...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Lady-Datejust NEW White Gold Mother of Pearl with Diamonds
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Factory set diamonds BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Lady-Datejust REFRENCE: 179239 SIZE: 26mm CASE: White Gold DIAL: Mother of Pearl with Diamonds BEZEL: White Gold BAND: President White Gold ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold

Tag Heuer Aquaracer Quartz Rose Gold & Steel Ladies WAP1452.BD0837
Located in Dallas, TX
Tag Heuer Aquaracer Quartz Rose Gold & Steel Ladies WAP1452.BD0837 - Quartz . Steel and Rose Gold with diamond bezel ( 27 mm) 36 diamonds weighing.383 cts . White dial with 11 diamon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Tiffany & Co. 14 Karat Gold Wrist Watch w Box
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy this rarely found vintage 14 karat yellow gold Tiffany & Co. Wrist Watch circa 1945 with original Tiffany & Co. Box. With beautiful lines and simple functionality, this luxury ...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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14k Gold, Gold

Rolex Submariner (No Date) Certified 14060M
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner No Date REFRENCE: 14060M SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oyster Steel WRIST SIZE: 8 MOVEMENT: Automatic Has been re-po...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Bark President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 18248
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Bark President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 18248 - Automatic winding; Double quick-set; sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with original barked bezel ( 36 mm ). Champagne...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Ebel Beluga 18k Gold 24mm Mother of Pearl Diamond Watch Bracelet Ref. 866969
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Bezel Stones:-- (74) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pavé Set - E/F Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 1.11ctw (approx.) Watchmaker: Ebel Model: Beluga Movement: Quartz - ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Yellow Gold Plated 34mm Wrist Watch Ref 1550
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Rolex Movement: Swiss Made - Automatic - Self Winding Case Material: Stainless Steel Gold Plated Weight: 50 Grams Case Size (Diameter): 34mm (not including the crown) Hei...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

PATEK PHILIPPE Nautilus Vintage watch steel/yellow gold and diamonds
Located in London, England
PATEK PHILIPPE Nautilus Vintage Lady steel/yellow gold 18k with factory diamonds. Ladies' wrist watch, ref. 4700/52. Stainless steel/yellow gold 18K, case number 2876844, bezel set ...
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1980s European Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Explorer II MINT White Dial Box and Papers
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 216570 SIZE: 42mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: White BAND: Oyster Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic Mint condition, looks unworn Box & Ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Chopard Ladies Diamond Wristwatch 18 Karat Gold Swiss Watch Retro Mid-Century
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Chopard Ladies Diamond Wristwatch in 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Made in Switzerland. The stunning and elegant Chopard...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Baume & Mercier Diamond Square Textured Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's Baume & Mercier Diamond square textured 18k yellow gold wristwatch is an exquisite symphony of luxurious design and meticulous craftsmanship. Its alluring yellow gold case, en...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

RADO Golden Horse / 1970s Vintage watch
By RADO
Located in Sammu shi, JP
RADO Golden Horse / 1970s Vintage watch size : case 3.4cm arm circumference : 17cm between 21cm No. 31123837 movement : Hand-wound automatic ...
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1970s Swiss Artisan Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Piaget Polo Model 7131 C701 18k Yellow Gold Watch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Piaget Polo Model 7131 C701 18k Yellow Gold, Quartz Movement Made in Switzerland c.1990s Maker: Piaget Model: Polo 7131 C701 Year: 1980s Material: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Gol...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Exquisite Art Deco 14K White Gold & Diamond Ladies Cocktail Watch
Located in Media, PA
This breathtaking Art Deco ladies cocktail watch is a stunning example of early 20th-century elegance and craftsmanship. Crafted in luxurious 1...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1940's Hamilton Gordon 18K Yellow Gold Watch Manual Men's Watch #15797
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1940's Hamilton Gordon Men's Watch' This vintage Hamilton men's watch is set in 18K yellow gold. Case is approx. 22mm x 37mm Hand winding movement Sil...
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1940s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Bvlgari 1 Coil Serpenti Spiga Watch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k rose gold and black ceramic with a black lacquered dial and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. Signed by Bvlgari 35mm face
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Retro Rose Gold, Diamond, and Ruby Manual Watch
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Lente 14 karat rose gold hidden watch featuring 17 jewel manual wind movement accented by 18 round rubies totaling approximately 1.00 carat, and 9 single cut diamonds of SI2/I1 clari...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Omega Constellation Perpetual Calendar 1252.30 Men's Watch Full Bar #15795
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Omega Constellation Perpetual Calendar Men's Watch Model: 1252.30.00 Serial: 56649405 This men's omega constellation is set in stainless ste...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

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

Michele Coquette Diamond Watch
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Michele Coquette quartz watch crafted in stainless steel featuring 80 round diamonds totaling approximately 0.40 carats. Model MW08A01. 33mm x 22mm ca...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Sky-Dweller Yellow Gold White Dial Box and Papers
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Sky-Dweller REFERENCE: 326938 SIZE: 42mm CASE: Yellow Gold DIAL: White BEZEL: Yellow Gold BAND: Oyster Yellow Gold MOVEMENT: Automatic Blemishes through out, no ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Geneve 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Quartz Movement Ladies Dress Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Circa 1960 Geneve with rich fourteen karat 14K yellow gold bracelet the fine ladies dress watch has a beautifully diamond framed oval face with .72 carat of H/I2 diamonds. The watch has a quartz movement and fresh battery (number 364). The elegantly slender style bracelet is 6.5 inches in length and has a quality adjustable clip style closure. This great vintage jewelry...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage Bucherer Chronograph Hand Wind Men's Watch Lemania 1280
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Bucherer stainless steel chronograph hand-wind men's watch is a standout piece that blends mid-century Swiss craftsmanship with bold, functional design. Encased in durab...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Jaeger LeCoultre 18k Gold Memovox Automatic 37mm Mechanical Alarm Wrist Watch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous vintage Memovox Automatic wrist watch crafted in Switzerland by Jaeger-Lecoultre. It features LeCoultre's 17 jewel, caliber 815, "bumper" automatic movement t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Art Deco 1920s Lucien Piccard 10.00 Carat Diamond Watch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Square, Baguette, and Round cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 10.00 carats. The crystal of the dial is a thin cut Diamond. Signed by Luci...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

2022 Rolex Yacht Master Watch 116622 Steel Platinum Blue Dial Box/Papers #15767
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2022 Rolex Yacht Master Men's Watch Model: 116622 Serial: OXA08788 This Rolex watch is set in stainless steel with a platinum bezel 40mm case Automatic ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Art Deco Cartier 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Bracelet Concord Watch with Box
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Exquisite diamond accented vintage Cartier, this Art Deco 14 karat white gold bracelet hosts a Concord 17 jeweled manual wind movement CXC watch with sa...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rolex GMT-Master II 40mm Pepsi Stainless Steel Jubilee Bracelet Watch 126710BLRO
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex GMT-Master II ref 126710 is the first reference in the line to feature a stainless steel finish, a Pepsi ceramic bezel insert, and a five-piece link Jubilee bracelet together o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Universal Genève Pink Gold Uni-Compax wristwatch Ref 124103, circa 1950s
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). Case No. 1452130, Ref. 124103. Ma...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Omega Seamaster James Bond 2226.80.00 41mm Blue Dial Stainless Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 2226.80.00 Model: Omega Seamaster Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Blue Dial: Blue Face: Sapphire Crystal ...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 16030 Blue Arabic Dial Stainless Steel 36mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16030 Serial: 8804*** Year: 1985 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Custom Blue Arabic Dial...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Air King 14010 Black Dial Stainless Steel 34mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 14010 Serial: P554*** Year: 2001 Model: Rolex Air King Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial:...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Original 1974 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Sterling Silver Watch
Located in Valenza, IT
Original 1974, Exquisite Alexis Barthelay Watch, a special piece characterized by an elegant, unique, absolutely chic yet timeless design. This iconic watch is fully functional, in excellent, perfect condition with no traces of wear; it is perfect for all wrists, its total lenght is 6.69 inches, 17cm. Alexis Barthelay founded his eponimous brand in the 1930's in Place Vendome and he soon came to be known for high jewelry and watches as well. In the past Barthelay's Atelier created watches for jewelry brands such as Cartier and Van Cleef...
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1970s French Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

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Sterling Silver

ROLEX Estate 18k Lady Datejust Wristwatch
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous Rolex wristwatch! Crafted in vibrant 18k yellow gold, this Lady-Datejust watch was created in the mid 1980s. The circular face of the watch features twelve gold dashes and...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Hublot Classic MDM Geneve Date Quartz Men's Watch
Located in New York, NY
Sleek and sophisticated, this Hublot Classic MDM Genève Date Quartz Men’s Watch embodies the brand’s hallmark blend of elegance and innovation. The brushed stainless steel case is ac...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 126333 Black Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126333 Year: 2020 Model: Rolex Datejust 41 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dia...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA503B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage icon, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1969, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applied baton index hour markers, silver Rolex pencil...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date 40mm Gold/Steel Blue Serti Diamond Dial Men's Watch 16613
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Submariner Men's Watch with Aftermarket Serti Diamond Dial 16613 - Men's automatic winding wristwatch. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold bezel with blue insert (40mm di...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Steel

Antique, Vintage and Luxury Wristwatches for Sale on 1stDibs

Antique, vintage and luxury 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.

Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.

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