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Wrist Watches For Sale
Gemstone: Diamond
Gemstone: Lapis Lazuli
Longines Diamond Vintage Ladies Wristwatch - Platinum 6.50ctw One Year Warranty
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Longines Number of Jewels: 17 Warranty: One Year Era: Vintage Date: 1950s - 1960s Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Silver Metal Content: Platinum Stone Information Natural ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rolex Day-Date II Diamond & Ruby Dial 218238
Located in London, GB
A yellow gold Day-Date II by Rolex. Features a champagne dial with 8 baguette cut diamonds and 2 baguette cut rubies. The fluted bezel, president bracelet and concealed folding Crownclasp are signature Day-Date characteristics. Fitted with scratch resistant sapphire crystal and a self-winding automatic movement. In excellent condition, the watch comes with a presentation box, warranty card dated December 2016 and Watches of Switzerland...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 'Tank Francaise' White Gold 18K Diamond Ladies Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Cartier 'Tank Francaise' White Gold 18K and Diamond Ladies Watch Authentic Cartier 'Tank Francaise' watch crafted in white gold 18K. The rectangular case is set with high-quality ro...
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Piaget Limelight Gala 18K Rose Gold and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevating the elegance of the Limelight Gala watch to new heights, this timepiece, with its 32mm 18K rose gold case embellished with a total of 62 brilliant-cut diamonds (approximate...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Squelette Skeleton 43502/2
Located in London, GB
A white gold Patrimony Squelette by Vacheron Constantin. Features a skeleton dial complemented by a diamond set white gold bezel. Fitted with sapphire crystal and a manual wind movem...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hublot Classic Fusion Watch
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Exquisite GENDER: Unisex MOVEMENT: Automatic CASE MATERIAL: Steel DIAL: 42mm DIAL COLOUR: Green STRAP: 50mm BRACELET MATERIAL: Leather CONDITION: 9/10 MODEL NUMBER: 1422835 H870 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Rolex Daytona Cosmograph 40mm 18k WHITE GOLD Watch FACTORY DIAMOND MOP 116589RBR
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Daytona Cosmograph 40mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Excellent Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 116589RBR Model ...
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2010s Swiss Modern 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

Rolex Mens Datejust 36mm 18k Yellow Gold & Steel Watch Gold Diamond Dial 16013
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 36mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Great Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 16013 Model - Datejust Dial Co...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Steel

1.56 Carat Ruby 1.02 Carat Diamond Ladies Cocktail Watch in White Gold Art Deco
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage Art Deco 1.56 carat ruby and 1.02 carat diamond ladies cocktail watch crafted in 9k white gold; part of our vintage watch collection. This stunning ladies vintage cocktail watch...
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, White Gold

Christina London Diamond & Mother of Pearl Dial 18K Gold-Plated Ladies' Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Fabulously designed by Christina Hembo - a renowned Danish jewellery & watch designer from CHRISTINA Design London, this wristwatch is centering an 18K gold plated 27mm circular c...
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2010s English Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold Plate

Rolex Ladies 26mm Datejust 69173 Champagne 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 Champagne Diamond Movement - Rolex Auto C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Tank Francaise 25, Ref 1821 Ladies Diamond Watch
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Tank Francaise 1821 Ladies Diamond Watch. Yellow gold set with brilliant-cut diamonds and beaded crown set with one brilliant-cut diamond. Silvered beaded dia...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies 25mm Oyster Perpetual White Diamond two-tone Jubilee
Located in San Fernando, CA
Brand - Rolex Style - oyster perpetual Gender- ladies Case size - 25mm Model - 6619 Metals - stainless steel / Yellow Gold Dial - custom White Diamond Bezel - Custom Yellow Gold ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Ladies, Ref. 80299
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Lady-Datejust Pearlmaster, reference number 80299, a refined timepiece tailored for women seeking both elegance and functionality. Crafted from white gold, this watch is in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

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

Important Art Deco Black, Starr, and Frost Platinum Diamond Emerald Wristwatch
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Superb~ In splendid condition, this bracelet watch features calibre cut onyx, earth-mine emeralds, and sparkling diamond housed in an engraved platinum setting. Please review the d...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Chopard Happy Sport Pink Diamond MOP 40mm Ladies 18K Gold Watch Pouch/Papers
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard signed 18k white gold 40mm Happy Sport Chronograph ladies wrist watch with the Chopard service pouch/box and papers. 100% authentic with all original parts. Mother-of-pearl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chopard 18k White Gold Happy Sport 26mm Ladies Diamond Quartz Bracelet Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard 18k white gold Happy Sport ladies fully diamond set calendar bracelet watch, quartz movement, white dial with 7 floating diamonds in the dial, diamond set bezel and sides. Br...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Turquoise 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 Turquoise Diamond Dial (This dial is not o...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies TT Oyster Perpetual MOP Diamond Dial Sapphire Diamond Bezel 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 Diamond 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 Diamond Dial (This di...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Blue Vignette Diamond Dial Sapphire 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 Blue Vignette Diamond Dial (This dial is not origi...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual Tahitian Rainbow Diamond Dial Ruby 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 Tahitian Mother Of Pearl Rainbow Emerald Ruby Sapp...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust 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 White Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial (This d...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Black MOP Rainbow 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 Black Mother of Pearl Rainbow Dial (This d...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Michele Ladies Mini Urban Diamond Watch White Band Silver Dial
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Michele Mini Urban Diamond Ladies Watch Model: MW02A01A2001 Serial: N26803SS This diamond Michele watch is set in stainless steel with a diamond bezel ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Cartier Tank Américaine 18 Karat Rose Gold Model 2504 with Double Row Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Américaine with double row diamonds Model 2504 18k Rose Gold Serial 136XXXX Automatic Movement c.2010 Excellent unworn condition. Ships in Cartier Original Box. In...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Black Diamond 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 Black Diamond Dial (This dial is not orig...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

2002 Rolex Day-Date 18 Karat White Gold and Original Diamond Dial Box Papers
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Day-Date 18 Karate White Gold & Diamonds Maker: Rolex Model: 118209 Day-Date President Serial No.: Y120XXX Year: 2002 Material: 18K White Gold Dial: Rolex Factory Diamond Dial...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Pink MOP Rainbow 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 Rainbow Dial (This di...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Turquoise Rainbow 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 Turquoise Rainbow Dial (This dial is not o...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Custom 1 1/3 Ct Diamond Bezel Iced For Rolex Date Air 34mm Stainless Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
Custom 1.30 carat diamond bezel for Rolex Date 34mm stainless steel watch models. This diamond bezel comes with a fine velvet jewelry box. Approx. 1.30 carats of genuine natural SI-...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

18K Yellow Gold Tiger Eye Baume & Mercier Women Wrist Watch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a 18K gold Lady’s Baumé & Mercier Watch. It is recognized as an elegant dress watch. It has a manual winding movement. The round dial is made of Tiger Eye and is hallmarked B...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Ref 2977 Ladies Love Diamond Bezel 18K Rose Gold Leather Strap Box
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 2977 Model: Love Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: Leather Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Diamond Bezel Dial: Silver Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 18K Rose Gold ...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Michele Urban Diamond & Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' large Michele urban diamond chronograph watch in stainless steel. Quartz movement. Keeps good time. Mother of pearl dial. The case size is 35mm by 28mm. Measures 6 inches in ...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, 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

Rolex 67198 Ladies Oyster Perpetual 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 67198 Serial: R776532 Year: 1988 Model: Ladies Oyster Perpetual Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Custom Diamond Bezel Dial: R...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

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

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

Omega Cocktail Watch Platinum and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elegance and history converge in this vintage Omega ladies' diamond watch from the 1950s. Encased in a petite 12x34mm platinum and diamond-studded case and paired with a sleek black ...
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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

Paul Breguette Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Paul Breguette was a subsidiary of Ebel Watch Company. This exquisite 1970's wristwatch is 14K white gold with a diamond factory bezel. The total diamond weight is 0.60CT TDW. This w...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Franck Muller 18kt gold heart ladies Quartz, ref. 5002MQZC6H D2
Located in Braintree, GB
Franck Muller 18kt rose gold heart collection ladies Quartz wristwatch with factory diamonds set bezel. The watch boasts a silver dial accented with striking red hands and Arabic nu...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Chopard Happy Diamonds Heart Watch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous diamond cocktail watch from the world renowned French jewellery designer, Chopard. This 'Happy Diamonds' piece has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Ladies Diamond Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Ladies late 1960's Omega diamond dress wristwatch. Crafted in 18k yellow gold accented with a 24 round cut diamonds along the bezel which are set in 18k white gold. Solid Omega mesh ...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel J12 Chronograph Automatic Ceramic and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The Chanel J12 H1009 is a luxurious timepiece that stands out with its sophisticated design and premium materials. This model features a black ceramic bracelet and a unidirectional s...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Retro Cocktail Watch, circa 1940's
Located in London, GB
Complete your statement collection with this unique 1940's wristwatch that perfectly combines retro elegance with the striking brilliance of diamond's and the lively colour of rubies...
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1940s European Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Iconic Mid-20th Century Juvenia 11ct TAW Diamond Cover Watch in Platinum
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This tasteful and quintessential timepiece is truly an icon of the 1950's. The genre served not only as elegant cocktail jewelry but, with the touch of a diamond set release, told th...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond-set 18ct Yellow and White Gold Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Watch Bracelet
Located in London, GB
We have fallen well and truly in love with this sublime vintage Van Cleef & Arpels watch. This watch certainly exudes vintage glamour, and we date it to the 1960s. Crafted out of s...
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1960s French Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Piaget Watch With Diamonds
By Jaques Piaget
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This 18k Original Piaget Watch has some unique look! With a stunning display and diamonds on the bezel This watch stands out the best! diameter: 2.2x3.5 (elliptic)
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

14K Gold, Diamond and Sapphires Hidden Watch Bracelet
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a 14K Gold, Diamond and Sapphires Watch Bracelet. It depicts a hidden round watch (Frankfurt 17 jewels manual wind movement) with a gold lid cover shaped as a flower with ree...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies Datejust 69173 Diamond Dial Diamond Ruby Bezel 18K Gold Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 69173 Serial: L816*** Year: 1989 Model: Ladies Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: Custom Diamond & Ruby Be...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

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

Rolex Ladies 25mm Oyster Perpetual Pink MOP Diamond
Located in San Fernando, CA
Brand - Rolex Gender - Ladies Model - 6804 Oyster Perpetual Metals - Yellow Gold / steel Case size - 25mm Bezel - Yellow Gold Fluted Crystal - Acrylic Movement - Automatic Cal.1161 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Mens Submariner 16610 Oyster Serti Diamond on Sport Strap
Located in San Fernando, CA
(item descriptipn) Brand - Rolex Model - 16610 Submariner Metals - Stainless steel case size - 40 mm Crystal - Sapphire Dial - Rolex serti diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Piaget White Gold and Blue Lapis Dial Gents Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Piaget Wrist Watch, 23 x 23 M.M. 18k White Gold 2 Piece Case, 17 jewel mechanical, manual wind, nickle lever movement, Lapis Lazuli Stone Dial, white Gold hands. 7/8 inch ...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Custom 1 1/3 Ct Diamond Bezel Iced For Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
Custom 1.30 carat diamond bezel for Rolex Datejust 36mm stainless steel watch models. This diamond bezel comes with a fine velvet jewelry box. Approx. 1.30 carats of genuine natural...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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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