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Wrist Watches For Sale
Style: Art Deco
Style: Retro
Omega Seamaster Cosmic 35mm Reference 165.026
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This is a nice condition Omega Cosmic Seamaster Reference 165.026 from 1966. This watch has a rare grey two tone dial. It is powered by an automatic caliber 552 movement.
The steel...
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Omega Seamaster Jumbo Calatrava 36mm Manual Wind
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This is a jumbo Omega Seamaster Calatrava from 1956. At 36mm this watch was dramatically larger than most watches of the period. This watch is powered by a caliber 284 17 jewel manua...
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Must De Cartier Tank Vermeil Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is an excellent vintage Must de Cartier manual wind vermeil tank watch. This watch is solid sterling silver with gold overlay. The dial is blue in color and has the Cartier logo...
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Vermeil
Rolex Cocktail Watch 14K Yellow Gold Manual Wind
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This is a classic Rolex women's watch from 1980. The case is 14K yellow gold and measures 17mm square.
The dial of the watch is silver in color with non numeric stick hour markers.
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1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Omega Seamaster Calatrava 35mm Second Subdial Caliber 265 Manual Wind
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This is a large size 1952 Omega Seamaster Calatrava in stainless steel. The case measures 35m which was much larger than the average 1950's watch.
The dial on this watch is silver ...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch with original Dial
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Premier
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 21mm
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Girard Perregaux Sea Hawk 14K Yellow Gold Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful 1960's Girard Perregaux Sea Hawk watch in 14K yellow gold. The case measures 32mm in diameter and is in excellent condition.
The silver dial is in impeccable con...
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Fine & Rare Rolex Royal Art-Deco c1939 S/Steel Manual 15 Jewels 30mm Mens' Watch
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This fine & rare Art-Deco Rolex Royal S/Steel wristwatch,
dating back to circa 1939, featuring:
30mm S/Steel Case,
35mm including the original signed s...
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Bulgari Bulgari BB 23 2T 18KT yellow gold lady's watch with Box & Papers
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This watch is also known as: BB23, BB232TY, BB, BB232TG
This Bulgari BB23 2T small size Tubogas Bangle in yellow gold is an example of Bulgari successful jewelry making combined wit...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Gubelin 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Watch
By Gubelin
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Gubelin 1960's Ladies Cocktail Watch, a timeless epitome of sophistication and elegance. This exquisite timepiece boasts an 18kt gold-covered case measuring 11x23mm, ...
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Art Deco 1920s Platinum & 18K Gold 1.1ctw Diamond Geometric Engraved Swiss Watch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco platinum, white gold, and diamond watch, comprising ninety round cut diamonds, set in platinum, with a platinum watch case, and an 18 karat white gold strap and safety ch...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Watch Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is a great condition 1970's Must de Cartier Vermeil tank watch. The watch is powered by a manual wind movement. The case of the watch measures 23.5mm x 30.5mm and is sterling si...
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Vermeil
Vintage 14k gold Longines ladies wristwatch, boxed
By Longines
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 ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Women's Vintage Rolex Watch 18K Gold
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant 1960's Rolex 18K yellow gold womens watch. The case of the watch measures 15mm and has beautifully designed arrow shaped lugs. The dial of the watch is gold in col...
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Omega Steel Oversized 1920s Wristwatch with Exceptional Dial
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oversized Pocket Wrist Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: Nickel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1915
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 54mm X Diameter 47mm
MOVEM...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Ulysse Nardin Calatrava 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Vintage Ulysse Nardin 1960's Watch – a classic timepiece with a 34mm round 18KT gold case, emblematic of the era. The pearlized dial is adorned with full black and gold stick markers, complemented by a large sweep second hand.
Powered by the reliable NA11J movement, this Ulysse Nardin vintage...
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Baume & Mercier Tank 18K White Gold Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Baume & Mercier 1970's circa. This exquisite timepiece features a 23x31mm 18KT white gold tank-style case, capturing the essence of vintage luxury. The white dial is ...
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
Glycine Cocktail Bracelet Watch 14K White Gold and Diamonds
By Glycine
Located in New York, NY
The vintage Glycine bracelet watch timepiece from the 1930s, crafted in 14Kt white gold, epitomizes timeless elegance. Featuring a manual wind movement, it boasts a silver dial exudi...
Category
1930s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Lucien Piccard Dufonte Calatrava Watch with Date
Located in New York, NY
This is a Dufonte by Lucien Piccard calatrava watch with date function. This watch is powered by a Swiss ETA caliber 2786 automatic movement. The date function is quickset.
The pris...
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Calatrava Vermeil 24mm Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is a 1980's Cartier Calatrava watch in vermeil. The case of this watch measures 24mm in diameter.
The watch is powered by a Cartier manual wind...
Category
1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Vermeil
Lucien Piccard Calatrava Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Lucien Picard 1970s Stainless Steel Watch, a timeless classic embodying the essence of vintage elegance and precision craftsmanship. Encased in a sleek 33mm stainless...
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Paul Garnier Automatic Day Date
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the vintage Paul Garnier 1970s Large Round Gold Top Case Watch, a striking timepiece that exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. Encased in a generously sized round...
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Base Metal
Mathey Tissot Cocktail Watch 14K Rose Gold Hidden Dial
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Mathey Tissot 1960's 14kt Rose Gold Ribbed Covered Bracelet Watch, a vintage marvel exuding timeless elegance and sophistication. This exqu...
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava Fancy Lugs 18K Rose Gold 33mm
Located in New York, NY
This is an amazing Patek Philippe Calatrava in 18K rose gold. The case measure 33mm. The watch is powered by a manual wind movement. The serial number on this watch indicates that it...
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Baume & Mercier Octagonal Tank 18K Yellow Gold Automatic
Located in New York, NY
This Baume & Mercier watch is vintage; it is from the 1970s era. It has a white dial, a 27mm X 27mm 18kt gold case, and a black leather strap. The watch features 30 jewel automatic m...
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Omega Rose Gold Oversized Tonneau with Original Kiln Fired Enamel Print dial
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Tonneau Shape
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Rose Gold
DIMENSIONS: Length 53mm X Width 33mm
CIRCA: 1920's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual...
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Gruen Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and Diamonds
By Gruen
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...
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
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 gorge...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Mathey Tissot Bracelet Watch 14K Yellow Gold Integrated Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the distinguished Mathey Tissot 1960's 14kt Gold Nugget Bracelet Watch, a symbol of timeless sophistication and elegance. This exquisite timepi...
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex 14K Gold Tank Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Rolex 1980's Circa 14KT Gold ladies Watch – a vintage marvel with a distinctive 11 x 25mm rectangle-shaped case. This elegant ti...
Category
1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
14k 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...
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Hamilton Cocktail Watch Platinum and 7.25CT Diamonds
By Hamilton
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 decora...
Category
1950s American Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Baume & Mercier Calatrava 14K Yellow Gold Florentine Finish
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Baume & Mercier 1960's 14kt Gold Bracelet Watch, a vintage marvel radiating elegance and refinement. With a sleek 24mm 14kt go...
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Hamilton Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and 4.00CT Diamonds
By Hamilton
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...
Category
1950s American Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Tilbury 14K Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch
Located in New York, NY
The vintage 1970s Tilbury ladies watch, measuring 15mm, radiates elegance with its 14Kt yellow gold construction. Powered by a 17 jewel manual wind movement, this timepiece embodies ...
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Eloga Kent 14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Cocktail Watch
By Eloga
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...
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
E. Brandt 14K Gold and Diamond Bracelet Watch
Located in New York, NY
The Dobbs timepiece from the 1960s showcases a stunning design with its 14Kt yellow gold case and double rope 14K gold bracelet, epitomizing vintage elegance. Its unique feature incl...
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k 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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Gubelin 1960's 18KT Yellow Gold Ladies 2.00CT Diamond Watch
By Gubelin
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...
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
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
Hamilton 1950's Cocktail Watch Platinum and Diamond
By Hamilton
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...
Category
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...
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Gruen White Gold-Filled Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch from 1931
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Cushion Shape
METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold-Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1931
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 25mm X Width 27mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels / Caliber 115
DIAL / HANDS: Enamel Print Dial with Arabic Numeral Markers / Blued Steel Hands
ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Original Period Leather, Strap and Buckle, 16mm / Regular Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
This is a "vault find" watch, it has been locked up for nearly 50 years, which means it needs a service. We will give it a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker as part of the purchase price before it is shipped out to you. This will delay shipping for a few days of course.
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This great looking and dependable watch by the renowned house of Gruen is in nearly new condition. It is done as a classic cushion shape because it looks like a pillow cushion. The watch is all original, dial and hands with beautiful blued steel hands. The dial is done in Sterling Silver with Kiln Fired Enamel Printing and was produced by the legendary house of Stern Freres. Stern was the major dial maker in Switzerland at the time and supplied dials to the finest Swiss houses. In fact in the early 1930's Stern purchased the world's most famous watch company, Patek Philippe from the bankruptcy court. The Stern family still owns Patek Philippe today.
If you cannot afford a Patek, you can own a watch with a dial by the owners of the company. And, you can wear this watch all the time for all sorts of occasions.
The watch is fitted with what appears to be an original period strap and buckle. The strap is too fragile to be worn however but we offer the watch with a new Lizard Strap and the original buckle as well.
Founded in 1894 by Dietrich Gruen. The company had their American base in Cincinnati, Ohio, and it produced a wide variety of watches, including pocket watches...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
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...
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Longines 1960s Ladies Quartz 14KT Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Watch
By Longines
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
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
Patek Philippe 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Watch for Albonico Biella Milan
Located in New York, NY
This is a Patek Philippe 18K gold cocktail watch exclusively sold By Albonico Biella through an exclusive relationship with Patek Philippe. This watch has a two body construction wit...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Raleigh Reference 3478
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This is a vintage 1942 Rolex Oyster Raleigh reference 3478. This watch is powered by a manual wind Rolex caliber 65 manual wind movement. The stainle...
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Gruen Curvex Tank Watch 10K Gold Filled Manual Wind
By Gruen
Located in New York, NY
This is an original condition 1940's Gruen Curvex Tank watch with a 10K gold filled case. This is one of the larger size Curvex models with a case measuring 22mm x 40mm lug to lug.
...
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
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
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
Vintage Woman Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, Circa 1940 Tank Model Club Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Club brand mechanical ladies' watch circa 1940 Tank model in 18-carat yellow gold set with 2 rows of 3 diamonds on each side, making 12 diamonds in total set in 18-carat white gold.
...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Birks 18Kt. White Gold Art Deco Ladie's Watch 1930's
By Birks
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Henry Birks & Sons Jewelers
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt White Gold with Gold Filled Bracelet
CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 2...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Jaeger LeCoultre "Eye" Watch 14K Yellow Gold Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare 1950's Jaeger LeCoultre 14K yellow gold "Eye" watch. The case and lug design simulate an eye with eyelashes. This watch is powered by the renown Jaeger LeCoultre ...
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
MOVADO Vintage Woman Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, Circa 1960
By Movado
Located in Paris, FR
MOVADO Mechanical lady's watch from the Movado brand in 18-carat yellow gold circa 1960
Original ribbon bracelet in 18k satin yellow gold. Original mechanism. The watch is in working...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Concord Cocktail Watch 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The Concord watch with the reference number 59-62-262 is a vintage piece that beautifully showcases the elegance and craftsmanship associated with the brand. This particular model fe...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Longines Calatrava 14K Yellow Gold Scroll Lugs
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful 1950's Longines 14K gold Calatrava with ornate scroll lugs. The gold case measures 29mm in diameter.
The silver dial has Arabic ...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Calatrava 14K Yellow Gold Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the timeless Tiffany 1950's 14KT Gold Watch with a 32mm round case, a true symbol of refined luxury. This exquisite timepiece features a sop...
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow 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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