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Wrist Watches For Sale
Gemstone: Diamond
Gemstone: Lapis Lazuli
Ladies Tiny Girard Perregaux Solid Platinum Diamond Wristwatch Swiss Manual Wind
Located in Richmond, CA
A rare vintage Girard Perregaux ladies platinum and diamonds watch, dainty yet so full of bling, on cord band with metal hardware, with a locking safety clasp, for small 5.75" wrist....
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Paul Amey "Kizmet Jade" Ladies Watch Bracelet With Longines Case and Movement
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
Embark on a journey of opulence with the "Kismet Jade" watch bangle, a masterpiece meticulously designed and handcrafted by the acclaimed jeweller Paul Amey. This extraordinary creat...
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2010s Australian Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Jade, Pearl, 18k Gold

Luxurious Like New Ladies Chopard 18 Karat Watch With Diamond Face and Bezel
Located in Tustin, CA
Exquisite, like brand new, ladies estate 18 karat white gold Chopard dress watch features a beautiful mother of pearl face, with Roman numerals a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ladies Omega Quartz Constellation Diamond Bezel MOP Dial Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Richmond, CA
A ladies Omega Stainless Steel Constellation watch with diamond bezel and MOP dial, stick hands, part of the MY CHOICE (Cindy Crawford) collection....
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Tiffany & Co. Mark Coupe Resonator 18k Gold Ladies Watch 40pt Diamond Bezel
Located in Montclair, NJ
This elegant and well-made ladies' Tiffany & Co. Resonator wrist watch by Mark Coupe features a 21mm solid 18k yellow gold cushion shaped case decorated wit...
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cober “Nº2” with 60 brilliant cut Diamonds Yellow Gold and Rose Gold Wristwatch
Located in OSS, NH
Nº2 with 60 brilliant cut Diamonds Yellow Gold Wristwatch Cober Jewellery This is a Cober Nº2 - A Limited-Edition Watch. Introducing the Cober Nº2 - a limited-edition watch designe...
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2010s Dutch Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex, White Gold & Diamond Art Deco Wristwatch, Dated 1927
Located in London, GB
A fine and rare Art Deco vintage wristwatch by Rolex made in 1927. This rare shaped ladies diamond Rolex was made in the height of the Art Deco pe...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Omega Constellation Quartz Two-Tone Watch with Diamond Dial and Date Feature
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Model: Constellation Model #3961070-3961080 Movement #1441-255561 Stainless Steel Case w/ 18k Yellow Gold Bezel & Accents NOTE: Some wear and scratches on bezel 31 mm in Diameter (32...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Art Deco Platinum Ladies Vertex Round Rose Cut Diamond Encrusted
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Art deco platinum Vertex rose diamond encrusted vintage ladies wrist watch, signed and stamped with clasp closure, Wrist length up to 7 in...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier by Piaget Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Ladies Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
A rare limited edition Cartier by Piaget watch showcasing a lapis lazuli dial and a brilliant diamond bezel. Diamonds are approximately 2.50 ca...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Women's Movado Diamond Bezel Watch, 20mm
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies 14k yellow gold Movado watch with diamond bezel and dial. Stamped 14k and the back case. The case size is 20mm wide. The gross weight is 33...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Art Deco Wristwatch Platinum Diamond Manual Wind
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant and timeless jeweled Art Deco lady's watch created by Van Cleef & Arpels in the 1930s. The watch is made of platinum (tested & hallmarked) and encrusted with Old European cut...
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1930s French Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Longines Diamond Garland Convertible Watch Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
LONGINES Diamond Garland Convertible Watch Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum. A vintage Longines watch embedded in a dimensional garla...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Bucherer Diamond Platinum 14k White Gold Bracelet Watch
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco period Bucherer diamond, platinum, 14K white gold bracelet watch of diminutive form. Early 20th Century Mini watches have graced some fabulous wrists over the years- Queen Elizabeth II wore one for her coronation, Princess Diana was often photographed with a beautiful diamond one and a number of Hollywood celebrities have chosen a mini for their red carpet appearances. These minute jewels were designed as beautiful bracelets so that the wearer could discretely check the time. They required tiny, precise mechanisms and were revolutionary for their time. As with all of the best classics, the mini watch is on trend today- Hermes offers...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Pink MOP Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Pink Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial (This di...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies TT Oyster Perpetual MOP Rainbow Diamond Dial Emerald Diamond Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Synthetic MOP Rainbow Emerald...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Late Retro Ladies Hamilton Platinum and Diamond Wristwatch, c1950
Located in valatie, NY
Late Retro Ladies Hamilton Platinum and Diamond Wristwatch, c1950 with assorted diamonds. Total diamond weight approximately 1.02 carats. The original 17 jewel movement housed in a e...
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20th Century American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Tank Americaine Yellow Gold Diamond Set 2483
Located in London, GB
A yellow gold Tank Americaine by Cartier. Features a silver dial with Roman numerals, date display, sword-shaped hands in blued steel and a secret Cartier signature at V of VII. The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pink Technomarine Womens Chronograph Wristwatch Diamonds + MOP Dial
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 gil...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Piaget Dancer Diamond Onyx Dial Ladies' Watch
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with the timeless sophistication of the Piaget Dancer Diamond Onyx Dial Ladies' Watch. Crafted in radiant 18k yellow gold, this exquisite timepiece exudes luxury f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Rolex unisex 34mm Date steel 1500 Blue Diamond on leather
Located in San Fernando, CA
(Watch Description) Brand - Rolex Gender - Unisex Model - 1500 Date Metals - Stainless Steel Case size - 34 mm Bezel - smooth steel Crystal - New Acrylic Movement - Automatic Cal.157...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

18K White Gold & Diamond Art-Deco 1930's Swiss Ladies Dress Watch by Lavina
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This ladies' dress watch is from Art-Deco period, yet it's in beautiful vintage condition & in excellent working order. It features: 18K White Gold 15mm x 22mm Rectangle Case, d...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Ladies TT Oyster Perpetual MOP Diamond Dial Fluted Bezel Jubilee Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial (This dial is not orig...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Pink MOP Rainbow Dial Ruby / Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Pink Mother of Pearl Rainbow Dial (This di...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

1940s Retro Rose Gold and Gem set Large Hidden Surprise Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940 Retro, hidden Surprise Watch. The 14K Rose Gold center section measures 1 1/4 inch wide, depressing the Rubies on the case side operates a sp...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Custom Turquoise Tiffany Dial & Diamond Watch 114300
Located in Newton, MA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual stainless steel customized aftermarket turquoise colored diamond dial and diamond bezel offered by Alex & Co. This stunning timepiece is pre-owned in excellent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Stainless Steel

Antique Art Deco J. E. Caldwell Old Euro Diamond and Pearl Evening Watch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco J. E. Caldwell Old Euro Diamond and Pearl Evening Watch. This gorgeous J.E. Caldwell watch is crafted in platinum. This gorgeous watch has old European cut...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Wristwatch 1930S
Located in Geneva, CH
Art Deco Diamond Wristwatch. Circa 1930. Total length: approx. 17.70 centimeters. Total width: approx. 0.80 centimeters. Case dimensions: 2.20 centimeters x 0.80 centimeters. Tota...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Ladies Rolex 2Tone Gold/SS Datejust Bracelet Watch Diamond Dial Bezel ref 6917
Located in Richmond, CA
An elegant ladies Rolex in 2 tone yellow gold and stainless steel, with a 2 tone Rolex jubilee bracelet. The dial is gold, custom set with aftermarket dia...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Gucci 100M Steel Rectangular Custom Diamond G-Bezel Black Dial Unisex Watch
Located in New York, NY
Auth Gucci stainless Steel diamond “G” Bezel watch Gucci Silver Stainless Steel Black Dial 3600 Swiss Water Resistant Wrist Watch. Pre-Owned Case Diameter: 32mm stainless steel 3...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual White Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Model Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Pink Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rol...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Cober “Nº2” with 60 brilliant cut Diamonds Yellow Gold and Rose Gold Wristwatch
Located in OSS, NH
Nº2 with 60 brilliant cut Diamonds Yellow Gold Wristwatch Cober Jewellery This is a Cober Nº2 - A Limited-Edition Watch. Introducing the Cober Nº2 - a limited-edition watch designe...
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2010s Dutch Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

PIAGET Lady's Wristwatch in 18K Gold paved with Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
PIAGET ladies' watch in 18K Yellow Gold and Diamonds PIAGET watch in 18-carat yellow gold paved with Diamonds, each link is paved with bars holding 8 Brilliant Cut diamonds and the d...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Women's Wrist Watch BaignoireModel in 18 Karat Gold Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
CHOPARD Lady's Watch Baignoire Model in 18-Carat Yellow Gold and Diamonds Original leather bracelet signed Chopard Genève and original gold-plated clasp The 18-carat yellow gold beze...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Chopard Watch with Black Opal and Diamond in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Experience the enduring allure of the Chopard Black Opal and Diamond Watch, a true masterpiece hailing from the fashionable 1970s era. Meticulously crafted with an unwavering focus o...
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Mid-20th Century Artist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Longines 1960s Ladies Quartz 14KT Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Watch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Longines 1960s Ladies Quartz Watch, a stunning piece of vintage luxury and elegance. Crafted in the 1960s, this exquisite timepiece features a petite 11x19mm 14kt gol...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Custom 2 Carat Ct Gucci Men’s Pantheon 115.2 Real Natural Diamond 44mm Watch 1
Located in New York, NY
Custom Diamond Gucci Men's Pantheon Watch 42mm with box and booklet papers. Original Gucci Bezel customized hand-set with approx. 2.00 carats of natural genuine earth-mined SI-I Dia...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Custom 3 Carat Ct Diamond Gucci G Day Date Swiss Made Black-dial Watch 1
Located in New York, NY
Custom Diamond Gucci G Day Date Swiss Made Black-dial Watch with box and booklet papers. Certified by Gemological Institute in New York including appraisal value of $5,400.00. Origi...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Custom 3 Carat Ct Diamond Gucci G Chrono Chronograph Date Swiss Made Watch 1
Located in New York, NY
Custom Diamond Gucci 101M G Chrono Swiss Made Black-dial 44mm Watch with box and booklet papers. Original Gucci Bezel is customized hand-set with approx. 3.00 carats of natural genu...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Custom 3 Carat Ct Diamond Gucci G Day Date Swiss Made White-dial Watch 1
Located in New York, NY
Custom Diamond Gucci G Day Date Swiss Made White-dial Watch with box and booklet papers. Certified by Gemological Institute in New York including appraisal value of $5,600.00. Origi...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rare Cartier Tank watch with jewelled bracelet
Located in London, GB
This rare Cartier Tank watch has an 18k gold bracelet adorned with round cut diamonds and invisible setting sapphires. The length of the bracelet is 17cm. It is a stunning piece.
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1980s European Contemporary Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Gruen Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Gruen 1950's Ladies Cocktail Watch, a timeless blend of elegance and sophistication. Encased in a 14x14mm 14KT White Gold Square Case, this exquisite timepiece exudes...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

North Star Cocktail Watch 14K Yellow Gold Diamonds and Opals
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the North Star 1960's Opal and Diamond Cocktail Watch, a radiant fusion of elegance and sophistication. Crafted with exquisite detail, this captivating timepiece features...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Ebel 18k Gold Bezel Mother Of Pearl Diamond Watch
By Ebel
Located in San Fernando, CA
EBEL Stainless Steel & 18K Gold Bezel 2 tone Mother of pearl Dial Diamond Markers Approx. Case 21mm Swiss Watch In great looking and working condition, visible wear consistent with t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Sellita Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful 1950's Swiss made Sellita Cocktail Watch. The watch is. 14K white gold and is decorated with 0.50TDW of high quality diamonds. Sellita to this day is considered ...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Gubelin 1960's 18KT Yellow Gold Ladies 2.00CT Diamond Watch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the captivating Gubelin 1960's Diamond Bezel Bracelet Watch, a stunning embodiment of luxury and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this timepie...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1940s 18K Gold & Platinum 3.09tgw Ruby & Diamond Tank Cocktail Watch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco ruby, diamond, platinum, and yellow gold watch, comprising thirty-four square cut rubies, fifty-five round brilliant cut diamonds, set in platinum, with an 18 karat yello...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Girard Perregaux Vintage 14K Gold Diamond Hand-wind Watch
Located in San Fernando, CA
Girard Perregaux 14K White Gold Case Diamond Bezel and lugs Approx. 15mm W x 20mm H case Silver like dial and white gold markers and Hour and minute sweeping hands Approx. 5 mm wide ...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Hamilton Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and 4.00CT Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Hamilton 1950's 14kt Gold Diamond Bracelet Watch, a stunning blend of luxury and elegance. This exquisite timepiece features a marquise-shaped case and matching brace...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Michele Serein MW21B01A1963 Date Diamond Watch
Located in San Fernando, CA
Michele MW21B01A1963 Date window Series: Serein Movement: Swiss made Quartz Stainless Steel case Case approx. 36mm Dial Color: Mother of Pearl / White with black roman numerals and s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Eloga Kent 14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Vintage 14kt Yellow Gold Eloga Kent Cocktail Watch, a timeless treasure exuding elegance and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisi...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies 26mm Datejust 69173 Black Diamond jubilee
Located in San Fernando, CA
(Item Description) Brand - Rolex Style - Datejust Case size - 26mm Model - 69173 Metals - Steel/Yellow Gold Crystal - Sapphire Dial - Custom Black Diamond Movement - Rolex Auto Cal-2...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Nerny Platinum Cocktail Watch With Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant 1950's Platinum Cocktail watch with diamonds and sapphires. The watch has a total diamond weight of 1.50TDW. The watch is powered by a high grade Swiss 17 jewel mo...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Hamilton 1950's Cocktail Watch Platinum and Diamond
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 case...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Thomax 1950's Ladies 14KT Pink Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the exquisite Thomax 1950's Ladies Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Watch, a timeless embodiment of luxury and elegance. Crafted with precision, this captivating timepiece featu...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Hamilton Cocktail Watch Platinum and 7.25CT Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This is an exquisite 1950's Hamilton Platinum and Diamond cocktail watch. The watch is a piece of superb mid century watch design and is decorated with 7.25CT-TDW of high quality dia...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Sandoz Uno 18K and 8.00CT Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in New York, NY
This is a mid century gem a solid 18K white gold Sandoz Uno cocktail watch. This watch is decorated with 8.00CT/F-H color VVS1 and VS diamonds. It features a flip cover over the dial...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Pesag 14KT White Gold and Diamond Cocktail Watch
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

Materials

Diamond, 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.

Find antique, new and vintage wristwatches on 1stDibs.

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