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Wrist Watches For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: Early 20th Century
Benrus Gold-Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1940's with Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Benrus Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Curvex Style METAL / MATERIAL: Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Width 28mm MOVEME...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Rolex Oyster Raleigh Reference 3478
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

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

Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Diamonds and Dial Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Piaget Ladies Wrist Watch, 27 x 24 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece Oval Case, Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling approximately 1 carat, 17 Jewel, Mechanical, Manual wind ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Longines 18kt. white gold ladies' wristwatch with diamond-set bezel
Located in Braintree, GB
Longines 18kt. white gold ladies' wristwatch with diamond-set bezel. Made in Switzerland. Circa 1970's Year 1970s Item Specifics: Case Diameter (without crown): 23 mm Case material:...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Ladies Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Classic Cartier steel Francaise tank Date wristwatch. White parchment rectangle dial with black Roman Numerals. Stainless steel. Blue steel hour hands. Cabochon sapphire on the crown...
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Ladies 14k Gold Omega Hidden Wrist Watch w/ Chevron Weave Link Wide Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Omega Movement: Mechanical - 17 Jewels - Cal. 483 Case, Bezel & Bracelet Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 59.7 Grams Width: 19mm (bracelet & case) Bracelet Length:...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

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

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow 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

Bulgari 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tubogas Serpenti Bracelet Watch
Located in Milano, IT
It doesn't get better than this Bulgari Tubogas lady's snake bracelet watch in 18k yellow gold. This quartz watch has a small round head and black dial. An iconic watch you will wear...
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1970s Italian Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Seamaster 563 De Ville Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Always in style, a retro classic Omega Seamaster 563 De Ville Gold Filled Men's Wrist Watch. The height of popularity 1950-60s, this sleek 34mm timepiece...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Cartier 1810 1 Must de Cartier Silver 925 Gold Plated Swiss Wristwatch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier Model: Must de Cartier Reference Number: 1810 1 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Silver 925 Gold Plated Measurements : Case wi...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Rolex Steel Datejust with Rare Original Charcoal Dial from, 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Men's Cartier Panther 2-Tone Steel & Gold Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Men's Cartier Panther 2-Tone Steel & Gold Watch - Quartz. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold bezel (29mm x 40mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals and date at 3 o'...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rare Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold Diamond & Sapphire Dial Watch Bracelet
By Ebel
Located in Montclair, NJ
This rare and very well-made ladies' Ebel Beluga wrist watch features a 24mm solid 18k yellow gold round shaped case encrusted with outstandingly fine quality diamonds throughout tot...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Precision 9kt. gold men's manual winding wristwatch with Dennison case
Located in Braintree, GB
Rolex Precision 9kt. yellow gold men's manual winding wristwatch with Dennison case. Made in Switzerland, 1957 The case was made in England, Birmingham, 1957 by Denisson watch case c...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Piaget 18k lapis diamond wristwatch
Located in Kowloon City District, HK
30mm diameter, with lapis , diamond, 18k white gold
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex 18Kt. Solid Rose Gold with Original Cord Band and Hardware circa 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolexl Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 4554 METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 17mm ...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 5552
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Rolex Stainless Steel Reference 5500 Oyster Perpetual Chronometer. Three Piece 34 M.M. Case. 26 Jewel Automatic, self winding Moveme...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gruen White Gold-filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1925
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Tonneau METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold-filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1925 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 28mm X Diameter 35mm MOVEMEN...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

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 Steel Oyster Perpetual Date With Custom Lavender Dial Circa 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1930s Patina Pocket Watch, Working, Self Winding, Very Good Condition
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Vintage 1930's Patina Pocket Watch, Working, Self Winding, Very Good Condition, 47mm Case, Chronograph, Yellow Gold Filled, Antique, Used. The back has a nice textured engraving with...
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1930s Unknown Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

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 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

18k Gold Men's Watch Omega Constellation Chronometer
Located in Montreal, QC
Omega Constellation chronometer, automatic day-date 18k gold men's watch with leather strap, circa 1960-69. Lug width 19mm, mechanical ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Steel and Gold Oyster Perpetual with Original Dial Rare Model circa, 1950s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6564 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel / 14Kt. Gold Bezel CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE:...
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1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Cartier Santos Watch
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
Cartier Santos Watch A Medium Sized 18ct Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Cartier Santos Bracelet Watch. Automatic Movement, Case 35MM, Serial...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

18K Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier Geneve ref 1830 Swiss Quartz Rectangle Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Being one of the most coveted & desirable timepieces, this elegant 18K Gold Baume & Mercier Geneve, ref 1830 is in great condition & in excellent working order Dating bac...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos Octagon Automatic L 18k Gold
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
In Mint Condition. Swiss Made, Cartier Santos In Stainless Steel & 18k Yellow Gold. Solid Gold. Nice & Strong Bracelet. Solid Links. Automatic Movement. Nice Large Size Case, 31mm. G...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Dual Time Watch with Original Dial and Strap
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Two Time Zone / Lozenge Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1934 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm X Diam...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Vintage Tiffany& co Round Brass Quartz Alarm 3.5''
Located in New York, NY
3.5" VINTAGE TIFFANY & CO. ROUND BRASS SWISS QUARTZ ALARM CLOCK. TOTAL MEASURES 3.5" x 3.5'' . EXCELENT CONDITION LIKE NEW, WITHOUT SCRATCHES, OR DAMAGES. COMES WITH TIFFANY& CO POUCH.
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1990s Wrist Watches

Gruen 420SS Veri Thin Pan American Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
A vintage find and in its original condition, enjoy this circa 1940's Pan American Wrist Watch with Veri Thin movement developed and manufactured by Gruen Watch Co. An American base...
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1940s American Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Longines Tank Watch 14K White Gold with Diamond Dial
Located in New York, NY
Presenting the Longines 1950's Circa Watch – a vintage beauty with a 25x39mm tank-style case in 14KT white gold. The silver diamond dial adds a touch of glamour to this classic timep...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

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

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

Fine & Rare Rolex Royal Art-Deco c1939 S/Steel Manual 15 Jewels 30mm Mens' Watch
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...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 14K Gold Tank Watch
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 timepiece features a gold dial adorned w...
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1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Omega 1960 Ladies White Gold and Diamond Cocktail Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Omega Ladies Wrist Watch, 15 M.M. 14k White Gold 2 piece signed Omega case, 17 Jewel mechanical, manual wind movement, Silver Satin dial with Raised Stick markers. 3 M.M w...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Ref 1567 Ladies Santos Galbée 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1567 Model: Santos Galbée Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Cream Face: Sapphire Crystal...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Oyster Date with Factory Original Light Champagne Dial, 1960s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Ellipse 18KT Yellow Gold. 3738/122 with papers.
Located in Braintree, GB
Patek Philippe Ellipse 18KT Yellow Gold. 3738/122 with papers. With Patek Philippe Archive Papers and Patek Philippe Pouch an additional links. Reference Number: 3738/122 Case Diame...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 16233 Black Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16233 Serial: E396*** Year: 1990 Model: Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold ...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Bulgari Tubogas Bracelet Watch Yellow Gold And Steel
Located in Milano, IT
Classic 18k gold and steel Tubogas bracelet watch by Bvlgari, with black dial and manual winding movement. Bracelet will fix approx. 7'' wrist, case is 23mm in diameter, bracelet is...
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1980s Italian Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, 18k Gold

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

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Tiffany Blue Dial circa, 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Lady Elgin Diamond Vintage Ladies Wristwatch -14k White Gold Mechanical 1Yr Wnty
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage Year: 1950s - 1960s Brand: Lady Elgin Dial Color: Silver Metal Content: 14k White Gold Movement: Mechanical Number of Jewels: 17 Warranty: One-Year Stone Information N...
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1950s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ladies Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ladies vintage Rolex yellow gold wristwatch, circa 1950s. The Ladies Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold Wristwatch, Circa 1950s is rare and highly collectable. With its engine turned bezel ...
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1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Michele 1990s Black Rubber Watch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Michele 1990s Black Rubber Watch, a classic vintage timepiece that blends functionality with style. This watch features a white chronograph dial, offering a clean and...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Nickel Prince Drs. Watch 1930s with Silver Dial by Stern Freres
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Prince / Drs. Model METAL / MATERIAL: Nickel Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Width 25mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Two Tone Silver with Arabic Luminous Numbers Dial by Patek Philippe...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Tiffany & Co. Blue Sapphire And Diamond Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. watch is both dainty and dazzling, with its elegant, slim design accented by an array of sparkling sapphires and diamonds. The watch's case and bracelet ...
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20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Pink Dial and Diamond Markers circa 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air-King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diamete...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Made Purple Dial Dial circa 3520 MAYBE??
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air-King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm x Diameter 34mm...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date With Custom Made Deep Blue Dial circa 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm x...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1940s Rolex Unisex Square Manual Wristwatch
Located in London, GB
This is a 1940s 18ct rose gold unisex Rolex watch. The dial is a cream colour with gold hands and gold hour indices. The strap is brown leather strap with a gold buckle. The watch fe...
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1940s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Tank Style with Covered Lugs from 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco /Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Width 21mm MOVEMENT...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Vintage Ladies Rolex Precision 18K Ref. #2604 1950's Champagne Dial, Cal. # 1400
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Ladies Rolex Precision 18K Ref. # 2604, 1950's Champagne Dial, Cal. # 1400 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to be...
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1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Submariner 2-Tone Steel & Gold Men's Watch 16613
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Submariner 2-Tone Steel & Gold Men's Watch 16613 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, pressure proof to 1,000 feet. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold bezel (40mm diameter). ...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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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