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Wrist Watches For Sale
Period: Early 20th Century
Period: 1950s
Patek Philippe Art Deco Platinum Diamond Lady's Dress Watch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, circa 1920s platinum dress watch by Patek Philippe, featuring platinum case, adorned with rose and single cut diamonds, approx. 0.50ctw,...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Elgin Pocket Watch Gold Plated Working 15 Jewels 11066484 Year 1905
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Vintage 1905 gold plated Elgin pocket watch that's 49mm in diameter and 14mm thick. The case is in good condition with a clean plastic crystal. The movement is working, 15 jewels, an...
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Lucien Piccard 14K White Gold Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in New York, NY
This is a 1950's Lucien Piccard 14K white gold cocktail watch. The case is decorated with Akoya pearls and diamonds. The same pearls are strung to create the bracelet along with 14K ...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Illinois White Gold Filled New Yorker Art Deco Rare Model circa, 1928
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Illinois Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: New Yorker METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1928 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm X Width 34mm MOVEMENT / CA...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

Pesag Bracelet Watch 14K White Gold and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a masterpiece from Pesag, Vintage Retro Era design, the 14KT White Gold and Diamond Hinge Case Ladies Wrist Watch. This exquisite timepiece, featuring a 17x37mm case, exu...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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Diamond, White Gold

Hamilton Cocktail Watch Platinum and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant Hamilton Platinum and diamond Cocktail watch from the 1950's. The case and lugs are decorated with 2.30CT-TW F-VVS/VS of round and baguette cut diamonds.  The cas...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1920’s Solid Yellow Gold Harwood Bumper Automatic
Located in Raleigh, NC
Vintage Watch Corner I’d know for bringing pristine Art Deco time pieces. Well, this offering is a very hard to find piece. John Harwood had a special place in horological history....
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lucien Piccard Bracelet Watch Platinum and 12.00CT-TDW of Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This Lucien Piccard watch speaks to the extraordinary design aesthetic of the 1950's. The bracelet watch is crafted out of platinum and 12.00CT-TDW of high quality diamonds. The face...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Mercedes Stainless Steel Post WWII Vintage Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In mint condition, enjoy this post WWII Style Mercedes Winder 32mm Men's Wrist Watch. With a pristine linen face, the gold tone hands and matchstick indexes are sleek and easy to rea...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel, Steel

Omega Seamaster Reference 14363 Vintage Scarab Lugs Gold Top
Located in New York, NY
Since its introduction in 1948, the Seamaster has been a pillar of the Omega brand. In the collection's 76-year history, Seamasters have been manufactured in many different iteration...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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Gold, Stainless Steel

1918 Elgin Rare 6 Size 15J Trench Watch 100+ Years Young!
Located in Raleigh, NC
My shop was recently selected to supply vintage American watches for a premier movie starring some major actors and a world-famous director. They were looking for authentic watches...
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1910s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

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Other

P Moser Pocket Watch Working Case Year 1910 Swiss Made 875 Silver
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
P. Moser 875 silver pocket watch that has a 51mm case, 13.5mm thick, with a clean plastic crystal. The manual movement is working with serial number 176469. Overall, this pocket watc...
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1910s Swiss Edwardian Vintage Wrist Watches

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Silver

Breitling Steel Round Button Chronograph with Original Dial, circa 1950s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Breitling Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / "Waterproof" Style / Reference 777 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: 1950's DIMENSIONS: Length 46mm ...
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Vintage 14k gold Longines ladies wristwatch, boxed
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous vintage 14ct gold ladies wristwatch. It has a yellow gold case with a champagne tone dial with gold Arabic numerals and hands and a raised crystal. Made by the renowned ...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1919 Elgin Hermetic Trench Watch. Bold Red 12, with a “Solid Nickel Case"
Located in Raleigh, NC
Thank you for stopping by. There are watch cases that are increasingly hard to source for my “Trench Watch” projects. They are the cases that are often referred as Trench Watch cases...
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1910s American Anglo-Indian Vintage Wrist Watches

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Other

Tiffany & Co. Tank 18K Yellow Gold By Movado
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Tiffany 1950's 14KT Yellow Gold Watch – a vintage gem with a 26x35mm square case. The white dial features gold markers and a sub-dial second hand, exuding classic ele...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Nastrix Cuff Watch 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant 1950's Nastrix cuff watch. The cuff is 14K yellow gold and is engraved with a beautiful period design. The watch is powered by a high grade 17 jewel manual wind mo...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Calatrava 14K Yellow Gold Movado Factories Movement
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Tiffany & Co. 1950's circa watch, boasting a 34mm 14KT gold large round case with teardrop lugs. Its silver dial is adorned with gold markers and features a sub-dial ...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Mariner Gilt Dial Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
This is an ultra rare 1950's Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Mariner. This watch is extremely rare due to its black gilt dial. This watch is powered by the renown JLC caliber 476/3 17 jewel...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Gondolo for Tiffany & Co. 18K Manufactured in 1911 With Abstract
Located in New York, NY
Delve into a legacy of craftsmanship with the Patek Philippe Gondolo Tiffany watch from 1911. This distinguished timepiece captivates with its large tank-style case, exquisitely forg...
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1910s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Zenith Calatrava Stainless Steel 35mm
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Zenith Calatrava 1950's 35mm Stainless Steel Case with Extended Lugs, featuring a sophisticated Champagne Dial adorned with Gold Markers and a Sub-dial Second Hand. P...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Jaeger-LeCoultre Power Reserve 481 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Serviced
Located in New York, NY
This is an American market Jaeger-LeCoultre power reserve Calatrava. The 14K yellow gold case measures 34mm and is in unpolished condition. This watch is powered by the JLC caliber...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tavannes Tonneau Sterling Silver Porcelain Dial Watch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the exquisite Tavannes Antique Watch from 1910 – a true embodiment of timeless elegance. Encased in sterling silver with a distinctive egg-shaped design, this vintage mas...
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1910s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate Precision Wristwatch Ref 6466
Located in Stamford, CT
Rolex 1950’s midsize steel 6466 Oysterdate precision. Riveted stretch Rolex Oyster band from the mid 1950’s, buckle from the 1960's. Natural patin...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Omega Seamaster Honeycomb Dial Solid Gold Bezel Gold Top Lugs
Located in New York, NY
This is a nice condition 1954 Omega Seamaster with honeycomb dial. The bezel is solid 14K yellow gold and the lugs are gold top. The case is 34mm in diamter and appears unpolished. T...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Longines Tank Watch 14K Rose and Green Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant 1950's Longines tank watch in 14K rose and green gold. The most unique features of this watch are the opposable lugs and origina...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Roskopf Gold-Filled Campaign Style with Original Flawless Enamel Dial Circa 1910
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Roskopf Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign / Trench Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1900's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Diameter...
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Early 1900s Swiss Art Deco Antique Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Zenith Calatrava JUMBO 38mm 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in timeless elegance with our Vintage 1960s Zenith 38mm 18KT Gold Case and Bracelet Watch. This classic timepiece features a Zenith caliber 40 17 jewel manual wind movement, ...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Girard Perregaux 18K Rose Gold Calatrava Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
VINTAGE 1950'S GIRARD-PERREGAUX Calatrava 38MM 18KT ROSE GOLD CASE, silver DIAL WITH ARROW AND ARABIC MARKERS, SUB DIAL SECOND HAND, MANUAL WIND 21 JEWEL GP MOVT caliber 03B. Discove...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

IWC Calatrava Stainless Steel 36mm
By IWC
Located in New York, NY
This is an iconic 1950's IWC caliber 88 manual wind Calatrava. The watch was considered jumbo size for the decade at 36mm considering that most watches were under 32mm in size. This ...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Longines Watch 18-Carat Gold
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover our Longines Ladies Watch, vintage but never worn and with its original label. Featuring a 19 mm round case in 18-carat gold, this watch embodies the perfect marriage of sophistication and discretion. The white dial, adorned with Arabic and baton numerals, creates a refined aesthetic. The baton-shaped hands mark time with precision, adding a touch of modernity to this classic timepiece. The black leather strap, 19 cm long, offers exceptional comfort while enhancing the watch's charm. The mechanical movement with its daily manual winding takes you back in time. With a total weight of 15g (including 10g gold), this Longines women's watch is a lightweight accessory that combines finesse and Swiss watchmaking quality. Perfect for all occasions, it will become the symbol of your distinguished style and sense of refinement. Opt for exclusivity and craftsmanship with the Longines Watch for Women...
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1950s French Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Heuer Stainless Steel Waterproof Three Register Chronograph Manual Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Heuer Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Three Register Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 43mm X Diameter 37mm CIRCA: 1950's MOVEMENT /...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Calatrava
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare 1952 Omega stainless steel calatrava reference 2792-1SC. The watch is manual wind and powered by the famed Omega manual wind caliber 283 17 j...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Calatrava
Omega Calatrava
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Universal Geneve Calatava Stainless Steel Crosshair Dial Automatic
Located in New York, NY
Universal Genève is more well known for its sports models, but they were also proud makers of beautiful and interesting dress watches. With clear 1950s style, the case has a clean an...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster Calendar Gold Top Reference CK2757
Located in New York, NY
The Omega Seamaster Calendar CK 2757 from 1954 is a vintage timepiece known for its stainless steel 34mm case with gold top bezel and lugs, and automatic (mechanical) movement with a...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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Gold, Stainless Steel

Doxa 14K Rose Gold Calatrava Manual Wind 35mm
Located in New York, NY
This is a collector condition Doxa 14K Rose Gold Calatrava. This case is unpolished and pristine. The watch retains its original crown and mint condition dial. This Doxa is powered ...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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Rose Gold

Waltham Gold-Filled Art Deco Watch with Custom Red Dial circa, 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width 23mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: ...
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

LeCoultre 1950 Yellow Gold Tank Mechanical Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 LeCoultre Tank Wrist Watch, 29 x 21 M.M 2 piece 14k Yellow Gold case with Flared Lugs, 17 jewel, Caliber 438/4CW Nickle Lever, Mechanical, Ma...
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dueber Hampden Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch circa, 1919
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Dueber Hampden Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Diadem METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1919 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Width 29m...
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1910s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Tiffany & Company 1920s Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Tiffany & Company retailed Platinum and Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 x 18 M.M. Cushion shape case with Hand Engraving work and single cut Diamonds set into the bezel. F...
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1920s Swiss Edwardian Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vacheron Constantin Platinum and 18Kt. Gold Ladies Evening Watch Circa 1920's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron & Constantin STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Diamond Bracelet Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum Head / 18Kt. Bracelet CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: L...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Very Flat "Officially Certified" 18K Yellow Gold Ref. # 6512 "Rare"
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Rolex Oyster Veriflat "Officially Certified Chronometer", Ref. #6512 1`957 "Extremely Rare" Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced pr...
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1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega 14 Karat Yellow Gold Seamaster Automatic Winding 1950s with Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Seamaster Automatic / Reference 2577 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS: Length 43mm x ...
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1950s Swiss Modernist Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Original Dial and Riveted Bracelet, circa 1956
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: 1956 / 1957 DIMENSIONS: Length 41mm X Diameter 34mm MOVEM...
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gruen Gold Filled Art Deco Ladies Dr's Watch with Fired Enamel Printed Dial 1925
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Pulse Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1925 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm X Width 13mm MOVEMENT ...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Eneo 18Kt Rose Ladies Art Deco Watch circa, 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Eneo Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 25mm X Diameter 19mm MOVEMENT / CALIBE...
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch Original Dial 1920's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Width 2...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Patek Philippe 2484J 32mm Disco Volante Calatrava Watch, Circa 1957
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This Patek Philippe 2484J "Disco Violante" (Flying saucer) Vintage Calatrava watch is made in 18K yellow gold with a stepped fluted case, turned down lugs. The dial is silvered, rai...
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1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

LeCoultre 14Kt Art Deco Watch circa, 1950's with Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: LeCoultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Mid Century Design METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 38mm Length X 32mm Diameter MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber 438/4CW DIAL / HANDS: Original Silver Dial With Gold Baton and Dot Markers / Gold Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 16mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is a classic Mid Century French Design by the legendary house of LeCoultre. LeCoultre is one of the most innovative houses in all the world. They invented the Atmos Clock and are responsible for producing the worlds smallest watch...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Vintage Steel Date Model 1501 Black Dial Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1957 Rolex Reference 1501 Date Model Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 3 Piece Stainless Steel case with Engine Turned Bezel, Caliber 1560, 26 Jewel Automatic, Self winding movement, Desira...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Steel

Jaeger LeCoultre Stainless Steel Wristwatch, circa 1950
Located in Montreal, QC
Jaeger LeCoultre stainless steel wristwatch circa 1950 medium size case 30mm. Acrylic crystal manual wind movement. Original two-tone antique salmon colour dial, wear visible. Leather bracelet, 17 jewels. In good working order, accuracy is not guaranteed for a used watch.
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Original Dial from 1956
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Date / Reference 6094 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1956 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 3...
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1950s Swiss Modernist Vintage Wrist Watches

Omega MoD RAF / Air Ministry A. M. 6B / 169 Wristwatch, Patination, Circa 1956
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage and rare Omega A. M. 6B / 169 was issued by the MoD to the Air Ministry (RAF) in 1956 to pilots and navigators. Using the robust Omega 302T2 - SC and cased (36mm stainles...
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1950s Vintage Wrist Watches

Gruen Gold Filled Art Deco Octagon Shaped Watch with Dial by Stern from 1928
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Octagon METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1928 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Diameter 30mm...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Audemars Piguet Carnegie, REF. 14941
Located in New York, NY
Authenticity Guarantee, Audemars Piguet Carnegie classic ladies watch in 18K yellow gold, 16cm diamond bezel. Reference number: 14941. This watch has a folding butterfly clasp. Quart...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 X 9 M.M. 2 Piece Platinum Case set with European cut Diamonds totaling 1 Carat, the case sides and back are fu...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Tudor Stainless Steel From 1956 with Custom Finish on the Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tudor Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Reference 7813 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1956 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diameter 31mm MOV...
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Classic Omega 302 14K White Gold Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Understated with simple lines, enjoy this classic post-war Omega Men's Wrist Watch. It's round 14K white gold 32.4mm case N65555 has uncomplicated style. The silver-toned original d...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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14k Gold, White 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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