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Wrist Watches For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: Early 20th Century
Gucci Stainless Steel Water Resistant Swiss Made Unisex Wristwatch 7" Estate
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Gucci Estate Stainless Steel Water Resistant Swiss Made Unisex Wristwatch 7" G53 This iconic Gucci stainless steel watch is a timeless piece of luxury and style. The slee...
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1990s American Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision 5500 Air King 34m Automatic 1970s All Original RA477
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's all-stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Precision Ref.5500 "Air King" automatic, c.1971, all original, in e...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Cartier Panthere Small Two Row 18K Gold & Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthère small watch is a sophisticated timepiece that exudes elegance and luxury. It features a 22mm stainless steel case, complemented by an 18K yellow gold bezel that adds...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Carrée Two-Tone Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Santos Carrée 81036288 / 2961 Watch. This timepiece features a 29mm stainless steel case with an 18K yellow gold fixed bezel. The white d...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Panthere Three Row 18K Gold & Stainless Steel Large Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthère Large Men's Watch is a sophisticated timepiece that exudes elegance and luxury. It features a 29mm stainless steel case, complemented by an 18K yellow gold bezel tha...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Men's Wristwatch 16013 Stainless YellowGold 18k Automatic 1YrWnty
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Model Number: 16013 Movement: Automatic Warranty: One Year Year: 1986 Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: White Roman Metal Content: Stainless Steel & 18k...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Cartier Diabolo 18K Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
Located in Braintree, GB
A distinguished Cartier Diabolo wristwatch, crafted in 18K yellow gold, featuring a manual wind mechanical movement. This elegant timepiece showcases a silver guilloché dial with bla...
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1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tudor Day Date 7020/0 Incredible Patina Vintage Mens 39mm Wrist Watch
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A distinguished vintage Tudor wristwatch crafted in stainless steel. The round watch features a striking blue sunburst dial with baton indexes. The T...
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1970s Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Wristwatch with Cartier Strap, 18Kt, 31.6 Grams
Located in Manhasset, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Wristwatch with Cartier Strap A Stunning Discontinued 18 kt., mechanical, rectangular cream colored dial, Roman numerals engraved on case, dial signed Van C...
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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Wrist Watches

Corum $20 Liberty Gold Coin Men's 1904 Quartz Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Corum $20 Liberty Gold Coin Men's 1904 Quartz Watch - Quartz movement. 22k yellow gold case with Liberty Double Eagle U.S. Twenty Dollar Liberty Coin (36mm diameter). 1904 U.S. $20 L...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Benrus Military Style Wrist Watch with Leather Bund Strap
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy this neat post WWII Benrus Military BH-11 Style Steel Men's Wrist Watch. In case size 31.5mm, the dial has a combination of Arabic numerals and matchstick markers with a sweep ...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas BB191T 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas BB 19 1T Ladies' Watch is a luxurious and elegant timepiece featuring a 19mm case and bezel crafted from 18K yellow gold. Its striking black dial is acce...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Genuine Rolex Watch. 14k Stainless Steel Ladies ROLEX 6619 Automatic Wristwatch.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex with 14k White gold Bezel Ladies Automatic Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1960s.  25mm Rolex Automatic Movement Ref. 6619. Beautiful Watch. Case and Bracelet is ...
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1960s Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens IWC Schaffhausen 18k Solid Gold Jumbo 37mm Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA440B
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, 18k solid gold Men's IWC Schaffhausen manual wind jumbo dress watch, c.1950s, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, I...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Baignoire Paris 18K Yellow Gold & Factory Diamond Gran De Ris Bracelet
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Elegant Cartier 18K Gold Diamond Watch. This exquisite timepiece features an oval-shaped face adorned with round white diamonds that total 2.11 carats. Crafted from 18K gold, the wat...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier St Petersburg Tutti Frutti Watch
Located in London, GB
This gem set Cartier St Petersburg is in amazing condition. The 15mm yellow gold case is set with four baguette diamonds on either side of the engine turned...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date 18K Yellow Gold Gold Dial 1803 Automatic Watch, 1962
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 1803 Year: 1962 Serial number: 72xxxx Reference: OT2436 Case: 18K Yellow gold 36mm without crown; Show sign of wear with slight polish from previous; in...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Girard Perregaux Ferrari Chronograph Black Men's Watch
Located in Bradenton, FL
Girard Perregaux 8020 Ferrari Chronograph Black Dial Men's Watch with stainless steel 38mm case and black crocodile leather strap. Watch strap is 9 inches in length. Tang buckle on s...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Date Ladies Stainless Steel Watch Quickset Jubilee Band Blue Dial 69240
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Rolex Date Ladies Stainless Steel Watch Quickset Jubilee Band Blue Dial 69240 is a stunning timepiece that effortlessly combines elegance with practicality. Crafted from durable ...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Serpenti Vintage BB19 1 T Watch
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Serpenti Vintage BB19 1 T Watch. Bulgari’s Tubogas Snake watch is an internationally recognizable classic. Immaculately crafted from 18K yellow gold, this ra...
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20th Century Italian Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier, France Retro Gold Box Snake Chain Bracelet Watch, Backwinder Movement
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold backwinder watch bracelet of box snake link design featuring a rectangular face with Arabic numerals, completed by a foldover clasp, in 18k. Cartier, France. With a Cart...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 34mm Automatic 1960s Vintage Swiss RA461
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Ref.1002 Oyster perpetual automatic dress watch, c.1967, in excellent working condition, all original, unrestored. Verified authentic by a master watchm...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Precision Steel Wristwatch, c1945
Located in London, GB
Vintage Rolex Precision wristwatch dated Circa 1945. Snap back Stainless Steel case with tapered, teardrop, overlaid fancy lugs. Rolex, 17-Rubies (Jewels) precision lever escapemen...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust President 6917 Black Tapestry Dial Bark 18K Yellow Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 6917 Year: 1974 Model: Rolex Ladies Datejust President Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bark President Bracelet Bezel: 18K Y...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

DeLaneau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Blue Sapphire Bracelet Watch
Located in New York, NY
DeLaneau was founded by a woman in 1949 in Switzerland. They are one of the first watch companies to devote their entire collection to ladies timepieces...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Hamilton Diamond Watch. Vintage Ladies Hamilton Classic String Wristwatch
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stunning watch piece. Hamilton fully mechanical wristwatch. 14k White Gold Case with multiple diamonds. 14k White Gold Kreiser Cable Band. Condition: Watch winds up and ticks. Needs...
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1940s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, White Gold

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Champagne Dial circa
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1971 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diameter 35mm MO...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6564 14k Solid Gold 34mm 1950s Automatic RA462B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic luxury, Men's 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6564 automatic dress watch, c.1950s, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeo...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Omega Seamaster Deville 34mm 14K Yellow Gold Silver Dial Watch KL6292
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned vintage watch in working good condition. The crown is from a different Omega model. Production years around 1962-1963. Aftermarket leather strap and buckle, it show signs o...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Lady Datejust President 18K Yellow Gold White Dial Ladies Watch 6927
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. The watch was produced in 1982. The original box and papers are not included. Comes with a chronostore box. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * ...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex 31mm Datejust Watch
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-Owned Rolex 31mm Datejust Automatic Watch Crafted in Stainless Steel with Polished Bezel, Acrylic Crystal, White Roman Dial, and Oyster Bracelet. Model ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster De Ville Vintage Yellow Gold Automatic Linen dial Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa late 1960s Omega Seamaster De Ville Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 14k Yellow Gold 2 Piece Water resistant case with Seamaster Emblem on the case back. Caliber 550 24 Jewel , Automatic s...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Breitling Colt Chronograph A73350 Silver Blue Dial Quartz Watch #20813
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Breitling Colt Chronograph Watch Model: A73350 Serial: 374469 This Breitling Colt watch is set in stainless steel Silver Dial with blue accents Stainless steel case is 38mm in di...
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20th Century Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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

Materials

14k Gold, Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 Automatic 1970s All Original RA506
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref.1501 automatic, c.1970s, all original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rol...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1960s Ebel White Gold Watch with Diamonds and Sapphires
By Ebel
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.40 carats and Round cut Sapphires weighing approximately a total of 3.00 carats...
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1960s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Skeleton Date Automatic Men's Watch Ref. H327550
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and versatile, this Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic automatic watch blends modern design with classic sophistication. Featuring a textured black dial with luminous silver-tone ...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Trinity 18k Tri Color Gold Ladies Quartz Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier 18K Yellow, White and Rose Gold Ladies Trinity Watch. 2 piece 24 MM water resistant case, Quartz Movement, White Dial with Black Roman Numerals and a Sapphire set...
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1990s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

BUCHERER Swiss Wristwatch In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Red Lizard Leather Strap
Located in Miami, FL
A wrist watch designed by Bucherer. This is a classic manual wingding wrist watch, created in Switzerland by the company of Bucherer. The case has been designed in the shape of a H...
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1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Daytona Black Dial Stainless Steel 16520
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Rolex Model: Daytona Reference: 16520 Year: 1996 Dial: Black Band Material: Stainless Steel Case Material: Stainless Steel Box/Papers: Box yes, Papers no Included: Brilliance...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 Automatic 1970s w Rolex Pouch RA190T
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref.1500 automatic, c.1972, with Rolex pouch. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed smoke silver dial, ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Vintage Santos 18K Gold Round on bracelet, 1st. Series, Circa 1980
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Cartier Vintage Santos Octagonal Round Watch, made in 18K yellow gold case and bracelet measuring 26mm in diameter. This Classic ladies size watch is fitted with a automatic winding Cartier 17-jewel movement white dial and black roman numerals and outer minute track. The watch is fitted further with the 18K Santos screw bracelet...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Modernist Gold Watch, Universal Geneve
Located in New York, NY
Modernist 14k Gold Watch, Universal Geneve on satin watch band. Space age design with watch floating off the side of the band. 1970's Swiss. 1" wide x...
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1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Vintage 'Ladies' Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial
Located in New York, NY
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Vintage 'Ladies' in yellow gold with a champagne diamond dial is a timeless expression of elegance, femininity, and early Royal Oak design. Crafted in a...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe 425J "Tegolino" Vintage Art Deco Watch in Yellow Gold, Circa 1939
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Patek Philippe 425J Tegolino Art Deco watch, measuring 42.5 x 20.5. The watch is fitted with a 9"90 caliber movement # 839668, case# 6487543 The dial is a silver wit...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ladies Yellow Gold Concord Hexagon Quartz Watch
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-Owned 14 Karat Yellow Gold Concord Battery Operated Watch on Woven Gold Bracelet with Hexagonal Case and Champagne Stick Dial. Caseback Numbers 2098160-PS, 413482. 6 - 6.5 Inches...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe 1431J Vintage Square Shape Unisex with Bracelet, Circa 1951
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Patek Philippe 1431J, Vintage square watch 37 x 27mm fitted with a 10"200 caliber movement #956208, 18 karat yellow gold square case with long lugs # 664900. The watch...
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Longines Men's 9ct Gold Wristwatch Fully Serviced 1 Year Guarantee
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
Longines Men's 9ct Gold Wristwatch Fully Serviced 1 Year Guarantee Longines - A Swiss 9ct gold 'trench' style wristwatch, circa 1920's, the signed circular white dial, 25mm diameter,...
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Early 20th Century Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe 3761J Vintage Mid size Unisex Quartz Cushion watch Circa 1980's
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Patek Philippe 3761; Mid size Unisex Quartz Cushion watch; measuring 27 x28 mm with an E-19 caliber quartz movement #1526801 / 2802027. ...
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1980s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Paris gold plated Tank watch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Cartier Paris Tank watch exudes timeless sophistication with its manual movement, gold-plated case, and elegant burgundy leather strap. Brand: Cartier Paris Movement: M...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Silver

Smiths Imperial 9ct Gold Tw Tone Dial 19 Jewels Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
This vintage Smiths Imperial men's wristwatch from the 1960s is crafted in 9ct yellow gold and features a classic rectangular case with a polished finish. It houses a mechanical manu...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Original 1959 Rolex Ref 6542 Steel GMT Master Watch Tropical Dial Bakelite Bezel
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Rare and gorgeous example of the original version Rolex GMT Master Reference 6542 wristwatch in excellent condition for its 65 year old age. The Iconic Reference 6542 was originally designed by Rolex for the pilots of Pan Am Airlines and was featured in the classic James Bond movie "GOLDFINGER", as worn by Pussy Galore's "Flying Circus" aeronautical team. The original go-to tool watch for pilots and military personnel. This is a fantastic example for any discerning collector or professional. This watch is in fine running condition and consists of 100% guaranteed genuine and all original Rolex parts. The 1065 caliber Perpetual movement has been professionally cleaned, serviced and timed. The case and bracelet has been lightly polished and re-brushed. The original gilt dial has been professionally cleaned and polished, not reprinted, with some blemishes, scratches and age patina remaining. Radium luminous is intact testing correctly Geiger positive. Genuine and original Rolex Bakelite insert and metal bezel in very good condition and tests correctly Geiger positive. 38mm case with vintage riveted Oyster sprung stretch link bracelet. This watch is cosmetically beautiful and mechanically excellent. From Bracken Jewelers's rare vintage watch...
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1950s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Santos De Cartier 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Santos de Cartier 2961 Watch. This timepiece features a 29mm stainless steel case and an 18K yellow gold fixed bezel. The off-white dial is comple...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

14k CARTIER x MOVADO mechanical watch. 14k YG Genuine Cartier Ladies Watch.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
EXTREMELY RARE Cartier and Movado 14k Watch. Movement is 17J Movado. The case is 14k Yellow Gold with 14k yellow gold band Condition - Watch is vintage. Winds up and ticks. Will ne...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Factory Original Silvered Dial circa 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1003 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Dia...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Lady's Ebel Sportwave Two Tone Quartz Watch
By Ebel
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Ebel Sportwave 23mm quartz watch crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and steel with champagne dial. Model 166901 includes brown calf strap with Ebel tang buckle, and additional two tone metal bracelet...
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Rare Black Dial circa, 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 36m...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rare Omega Seamaster 30 – 1966 Black Dial Caliber 601
Located in London, GB
Rare Omega Seamaster 30 – 1966 Black Dial Caliber 601 Gold-Plated Case This unusual Omega Seamaster 30 stands out due to its black dial, a rarity...
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1960s European Vintage Wrist Watches

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.

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