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Wrist Watches For Sale
Rolex "Batgirl" GMT-Master II Men's Watch 126710BLNR - Stainless Steel Automatic
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex
Model: "Batgirl" GMT-Master II
Model Number: 126710BLNR
Movement: Automatic
Warranty: Manufacturer Five-Year
Year: 2023
Movement Maker: Swiss
Dial Color: Black
Metal Co...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Pink Technomarine Womens Chronograph Wristwatch Diamonds + MOP Dial
By Technomarine
Located in New York, NY
A vintage womens stainless steel chronograph wristwatch by TechnoMarine. Millenium Special Edition, Cruise CG7, model CIT 05 60. The bezel is set with two rows of diamonds. Three gilt crowns. Mother-of-pearl dial with pink accents, date window, three sub-dials, fluorescent baton indexes and hands. Pink leather bracelet. The piece comes in original box with brochure and replaceable rubber straps in pink and clear colors. Collectible Luxury Clocks...
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Hamilton Watch Retro Ladies Wristwatch Diamond 14k White Gold
By Hamilton
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic Hamilton watch from the Retro era, features diamonds, crafted of 14k white gold. This Hamilton watch features an oval-shaped face with a clean silver tone dial and slim num...
Category
Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Bulgari Diagono Automatic Stainless Steel Case and Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Classic Bulgari Diagono Automatic Stainless Steel case and bracelet ladies wristwatch. The name Diagono is inspired by the Greek agon, or competition. ...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Paris Roman dial vermeil Tank watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1990s, this vintage Cartier Paris Tank watch showcases a classic Roman numeral dial set within a gold plated silver case, paired with a rich brown leather strap. The w...
Category
1990s Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Silver
ROLEX Estate 18k Lady Datejust Wristwatch
By Rolex
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...
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Diamond Swiss Quartz Movement Watch in 18 Karat White Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A stunning work of wearable art, this one-of-a-kind Swiss Quartz movement ruby and diamond watch in 18 karat gold by Dilys’ represents the brand’...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Belle Époque Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Breitling Chronomat 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch K13047X #20814
By Breitling
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Breitling Chronomat 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch
Model: K13047X
Serial: 13983
This men's Breitling Chronomat watch is set in 18K yellow gold...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
GIRARD-PERREGAUX Late Retro 14k Men's Wristwatch
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous Girard-Perregaux men's wristwatch from the late Retro (ca1950s) era! Crafted in 14k yellow gold, the circular face of the watch features eleven gold dashes and a "12", whi...
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Cartier Baignoire 18k Yellow Gold Cartier Dial Factory Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier
MODEL: Baignoire
REFRENCE: 1954
SIZE: 30mm
CASE: 18k Yellow Gold
DIAL: Champagne Cartier dial
BAND: 18k Yellow Gold
MOVEMENT: Quartz
Rare Cartier dial
Factory set dia...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Ladies Reverso Le Coultre 18k Yellow Gold Quartz Wristwatch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ladies Reverso Le Coultre 18k yellow gold quartz wristwatch, 1990s.
This Ladies Le Coultre Reverso Quartz wristwatch is from the 1990s, and it is made ...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Air King 14010 Black Dial Stainless Steel 34mm
By Rolex
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:...
Category
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Hermès Swift 25 mm Heure H Hour Watch
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès Swift 25 mm Heure H Hour watch is crafted of stainless steel in a polished Hermes H casing, white dial, silver hour markers, and Swiss quartz movement. Also features, a blue j...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches
Materials
Silver, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 116243RBR 18K Factory Diamond Bezel & Dial Jubilee Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pristine condition Rolex Datejust 36mm, reference 116243RBR, is a luxurious and elegant timepiece that combines classic design with modern sophistication. This model features a 36mm ...
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Hermès Medor Collier de Chien Watch Braise leather strap
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès model Médor watch, steel and gold-plated metal case, white dial, gold-plated metal stud indexes at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock, quartz movement, coral red leather strap (Hermès "Br...
Category
Early 2000s French Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Gilt Metal
Rolex GMT-Master II Steel Diamond Dial Ruby/Sapphire Bezel 40mm Watch 116710
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Rolex GMT-Master II 40mm Steel Watch 116710 with a Custom Diamond Dial and Custom Ruby, Sapphire & Diamond Bezel is a spectacular expression of sport luxury and bespoke craftsman...
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Steel, Stainless Steel
Raymond Weil ladies Maestro wristwatch, rose gold plate stainless steel, Diamond
By Raymond Weil
Located in NEWARK, GB
A superbly stylish Raymond Weil ladies Maestro wristwatch.
A gorgeous classic design this superbly crafted ladies watch features a rose gold plated stainless steel strap with a moth...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel, Rose Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage Piaget Polo Model 7131 C701 18k Yellow Gold Watch
By Piaget
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Tank Américaine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Model W26035K2 Automatic
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cartier Tank Américaine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Model W26035K2 23mm x 42mm Dial, Automatic Movement c.1980s
Maker: Cartier
Model: Tank Américaine
Year: 1980-1989
Material: 18...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Submariner Date Black Ceramic 41mm Stainless Steel 126610LN Papers 2023
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The watch is in MINT pre-owned condition. The bracelet has been professionally polished and looks incredible! Has signs of very light wear like small scratches (please look at all th...
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Piaget Polo 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Dial Model 861C701 Watch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Piaget
Model: Polo 861C701
Year: 1980s
Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: Gold with Pave Diamonds
Case Measurement: 25 mm
Movement: Quartz
Condition: Very good vintage condition
...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos Galbée Moon-phase Yellow Gold with Original Receipt
By Cartier
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier
MODEL: Santos Galbee Moonphase
CASE: 18k Yellow Gold
DIAL: White
BAND: 18k Yellow Gold
WRIST SIZE: Apx. "7
MOVEMENT: Quartz
In great shape, not sure about the exact r...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex GMT Master II Coke Fat Lady 16760 Red Black Steel Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16760
Serial: 9625***
Year: 1987
Model: Rolex GMT Master II - Fat Lady
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: "Coke" Red and Black
Dial:...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Vintage Platinum & 9ct White Gold Diamond Ladies Watch
Located in London, GB
Indulge in timeless elegance with this exquisite vintage ladies watch, beautifully crafted in a combination of a platinum case and 9ct white gold Milanese strap. Adorned with sparkli...
Category
Late 20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Audemars Piguet Watch
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
Brand: Audemars Piguet
Collection: Royal Oak Offshore
Movement Type: Automatic – Caliber 3126/3840
Case Material: 18K White Gold
Diamond Setting: Diamonds across the watch – inc...
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Gubelin 14mm Watch 18k Yellow Gold Diamond & Emerald Link Bracelet
By Gubelin
Located in Montclair, NJ
This stunning vintage ladies' Gubelin wrist watch features a 14mm solid 18k yellow gold square shaped case that is hidden under a unique diamond encrusted case cover. The beautiful b...
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
1990 Rolex Datejust 36 Men's Steel Watch 16620 Automatic Silver Dial #20661
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1990 Rolex Datejust Men's Watch
Model: 16220
Serial: E308864
This classic Rolex watch is set in stainless steel.
Case is 36mm in diameter
Silve...
Category
1990s Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date Men's Watch 126610LN Stainless Automatic 5Yr Mfr Wnty
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex
Model: Submariner Date
Model Number: 126610LN
Movement: Automatic
Warranty: Manufacturer Five Year
Year: 2022
Movement Maker: Swiss
Dial Color: Black
Metal Content: Sta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust 16013 Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16013
Serial: 9054***
Year: 1986
Model: Rolex Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K Yello...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Rolex Yacht Master 16622 Platinum Stainless Steel 40mm
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16622
Serial: F609***
Year: 2003
Model: Rolex Yacht Master
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Platinum
Dial: Pl...
Category
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Rolex Lady Datejust 26mm MOP Diamond Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
ROLEX LADY DATEJUST 26MM
Rolex Lady Datejust Watch with Full Links Included.
-Material: Stainless Steel
-Case Size: 26mm
-Movement: Swiss Automatic
-Crown: Screw-down
-Dial: White M...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier vintage must vermeil Colisee watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
From the iconic Must De Cartier collection, this vintage Colisée watch blends classic design with understated luxury. Crafted in the 1990s, it features a 29mm vermeil case housing a ...
Category
1990s Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Vermeil
Cartier Ballon Bleu 33mm 18K Rose Gold Factory Diamond Bezel WE902064 Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Ballon Bleu 33mm in 18K Rose Gold with factory-set diamond bezel (reference WE902064) embodies Cartier's classic elegance. Its wa...
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold 6.25" Cameo & Gemmed Slide Charm Hidden Watch Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous vintage piece is crafted in solid yellow gold and features a wonderful slide charm bracelet design with a hidden watch as the center link. The charms are adorned with h...
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Coral, Emerald, Garnet, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sa...
RARE Ladies Rolex President with Turquoise Pyramid Dial
By Rolex
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-owned 26mm Rolex Datejust ladies automatic watch crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with factory baguette diamond bezel, turquoise pyramid stone dial, and President bracelet.
Model...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
RARE Rolex Day-Date with Original Wood Dial on President Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Difficult to find pre-owned 36mm Rolex Day-date crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with original birch wood dial. Automatic movement with President bracelet with bark finish.
Model #80...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hamilton Mid-Century Modern 14k White Gold & Diamond Ladies Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century Modern Hamilton ladies' watch.
In 14 karat white gold.
Bezel-set with diamonds to the lugs on each side and set with a thin white gold link band.
Marked to the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
French 1950s Retro 18 Karat Yellow Gold Women Lip Dauphine Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Woman watch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
The case is round, the beige back with a brushed finish is marked “Lip Dauphine”. The case back is marked Lip and numbered 9...
Category
1950s French Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1990s Cartier Gold Pasha Chronograph Watch with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds set on the bezel, crowns, and dial weighing approximately a total of 3.60 carats. The watch features a brown allig...
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Santos Octagon 0906 Yellow Gold Automatic White Dial Ladies Watch 25mm
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Cartier Santos Octagon 0906 Yellow Gold Automatic White Dial Ladies Watch is a sophisticated blend of timeless design and precise functionality. Crafted in luxurious yellow gold,...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Yellow Gold Omega Constellation Automatic Chronometer Watch
By Omega
Located in London, GB
A timeless Omega Constellation Automatic Chronometer, combining precision, elegance, and Swiss craftsmanship. This iconic timepiece features a sophisticated dial, automatic movement,...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
1981 Rolex Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Watch 6917 Jubilee Band 26mm #20298
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1981 Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Rolex
Model: 6917
Serial: 6773423
This Rolex ladies Datejust is set in 18K yellow gold.
41.7 dwt / 64.85 g
Jubilee band with deployment clasp. Fits up...
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
1960 Montre Mystérieuse style Vacheron Constantin Steel Diamonds Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Gigandet watch called Mystérieuse in the Vacheron Constantin style in chrome steel, ivory dial with large diamond indexes and central plexiglass disc with three integrated diamonds s...
Category
1960s French Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Steel
Ballon Bleu de Cartier Wrist Watch 42mm
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 2018, 18k and Steel, by Cartier, France. Brilliantly everyday, this signature Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier is the ultimate casual luxury. Finely made in 18k yellow gold and s...
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Men's EBEL Wristwatch 1911 Le Modulor Chronograph E5137240, 18kt Rose Gold
By Ebel
Located in Manhasset, NY
Men's EBEL Wristwatch 1911 Le Modulor Chronograph E5137240, 18kt Rose Gold
Rose gold-tone 18kt rose gold case with a brown leather strap. Fixed rose gold-tone 18kt rose gold bezel. ...
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Paris gold plated tank watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1980s, this vintage Cartier Paris Tank watch blends classic styling with refined detail. It features a gold plated silver case measuring 28mm x 20mm, housing a quartz ...
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Silver
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos Galbee Two Tone Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-owned 29mm Cartier Santos Galbee quartz watch crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and stainless steel with date function. Caseback number 1566. Polished December 2024. Includes one y...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Louis 18K Yellow Gold Large Watch
By Cartier
Located in Westport, CT
An authentic 18K yellow gold Cartier Tank Louis watch with a white dial and blued-steel sword shaped hands. It features a beaded blue sapphire crown, mineral crystal, quartz movemen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Raymond Yard Diamond and Emerald Deco Watch
By Yard
Located in Lexington, KY
This exquisite platinum watch was made by the renowned Raymond Yard with both square cut emerald and round cut diamond. The watch face has a unique shape; the top and bottom of the c...
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Signoretti 18 Karat Yellow Gold Womens Quartz Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
By Italian designer, Signoretti, in highly polished 18 karat yellow gold, this sophisticated attractive bracelet wristwatch hugs the wrist with classic style and exudes a timeless ca...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Men's Watch 116523
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Men's Watch 116523 Blue Dial - Automatic winding, chronograph, 44 jewels, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel and 18k yellow gold (40mm diameter). Blue dial w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
ROLEX Estate 18k Lady Datejust Wristwatch
By Rolex
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...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Classic Air King from 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 35m...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Francaise Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Automatic Watch W51005Q4 2302
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Automatic Watch W51005Q4 2302 - Automatic. Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold ( 28 x 35 mm ) ; date at 6 o'clock with blue spinel crown...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Steel
Cartier Baignoire Tutti Frutti Limited 18K Diamonds Rubies Sapphire Box, 1990
By Cartier
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Tutti Frutti is reminiscent of the Cartier’ historic design - carved Sapphires and Rubies.
Baignoire model has many iterations but this limited edition one with precious stones and ...
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Rolex Day-Date 1803 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Here we have a Rolex Day-Date wristwatch. The watch showcases a round case made from 18ct rose gold, featuring a silver dial with bold hour markers and the iconic Rolex crown. The da...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Daytona 116520 White Dial Stainless Steel 40mm Box Paper 2012
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116520
Serial: V936***
Year: 2012
Model: Rolex Daytona
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Dial:...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless 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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