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Rolex Date 15053 Champagne Gold Peg Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 15053 Serial: 7212*** Year: 1982 Model: Rolex Date Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold ...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Ladies Datejust 279173 Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel Box Paper 28mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 279173 Year: 2021 Model: Rolex Ladies Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow Fluted Be...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Vintage 2000s Boucheron Carre Watch Watch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with a Cabochon Sapphire and brown leather band. Signed by Boucheron Circa 2000s 28.9mm face
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Date 1503 34mm 14k Gold 1970s Mens Automatic Diamond dial NA112B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1503 diamond dial automatic, c.1970s, in pristine vintage condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex GMT Master II 116718 18K Yellow Gold Black Ceramic Box 40mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116718 Year: 2007 Model: Rolex GMT Master II Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Black Ceramic Bezel Dial: Black Dia...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Cartier Libre Noeud 18K White Gold Silver Dial Diamonds Ladies Watch 3080
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Unworn band. Comes with original box but no papers. 💎 Cartier 3080 Women's Wristwatch 📌 Overview Brand: Cartier Model Number: 3080 Type: Wristw...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Clé de Cartier 31mm Factory Diamond Bezel Pink Leather Box Papers W4CL0005
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Clé de Cartier, reference W4CL0005, is a luxurious and elegant timepiece designed for women who appreciate refined craftsmanship and timeless design. This model features ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Cartier Cougar 18k Yellow Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Cougar REFRENCE: 887904 SIZE: 32mm CASE: 18k Yellow Gold DIAL: White BAND: 18k Yellow Gold MOVEMENT: Quartz Very Good condition Rare bracelet No box or papers ...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Cougar 18k Yellow Gold
Cartier Cougar 18k Yellow Gold
$11,300 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Jaeger Le Coultre 14K Gold Watch Case
Located in New York, NY
An antique 1920s 14K yellow gold wristwatch case by Jaeger LeCoultre. Art Deco geometrical design, stepped rectangular bezel with single crown. Small black rectangular dial, round numerals, marked LeCoultre. Marked L, 14K on the backside. Total Weight: 18 grams. Collectible Luxury Clocks...
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19th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 34mm Automatic 1960s Vintage Swiss RA461
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Ref.1002 Oyster perpetual automatic dress watch, c.1967, in excellent working condition, all original, unrestored. Verified authentic by a master watchm...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

18k Yellow Gold Vintage Baume & Mercier Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful pre-owned and vintage Baume & Mercier Classic 35110 watch, crafted in 18K yellow gold. This elegant timepiece features a 30mm case with a 6mm thickness and a band that tape...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Ronde Wristwatch
Located in New Orleans, LA
Elegance and timeless design define this classic Cartier Ronde wristwatch. Crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, the polished round case houses a white dial adorned with Roman numerals a...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Breguet Marine Royale Alarm 45mm 5847BB/12/5ZV 18K White Gold Box Papers
Located in New York, NY
​The Breguet Marine Royale Alarm 5847BB/12/5ZV is a commanding and technically sophisticated timepiece that exemplifies Breguet’s maritime legacy. Crafted from 18K white gold, its su...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Breitling Navitimer 1 B01 Chronograph RB0127 18K Rose Gold Box Paper 46mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: RB0127 Year: 2020 Model: Breitling Navitimer 1 B01 Chronograph Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: Brown Leather Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: S...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Two-Tone Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz Wristwatch w/ Gold Stick Dial Ref 17013
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz in 14k & stainless steel with gold stick dial. Dial has discoloration and patina. One link has dent. Quartz w/ sweep seconds and date. 36 mm case size. Re...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Demi Hunter Pocket Watch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
A Patek Philippe pocket watch crafted in 18k yellow gold. Housed in a rare Demi, or Half Hunters case accented with black enamel. The ...
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1880s Late Victorian Antique Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Art Deco Hamilton Platinum and White Gold Diamond Ladies Watch
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Art Deco Diamond Watch is a testament to elegance. This stunning timepiece is adorned with meticulously set diamonds, enhancing its luxurious appeal. Crafted with precision,...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Genuine Rolex Watch. 14k Stainless Steel Ladies ROLEX 6619 Automatic Wristwatch.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex with 14k White gold Bezel Ladies Automatic Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1960s.  25mm Rolex Automatic Movement Ref. 6619. Beautiful Watch. Case and Bracelet is ...
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1960s Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel

Platinum Raymond Yard Diamond and Emerald Deco Watch
By Yard
Located in Lexington, KY
This exquisite platinum watch was made by the renowned Raymond Yard with both square cut emerald and round cut diamond. The watch face has a unique shape; the top and bottom of the c...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

VINTAGE Rolex GMT Master 16750 Pepsi Red Blue SPIDER DIAL Steel Box Paper 1984
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16750 Serial: 8591*** Year: 1984 Model: Rolex GMT Master Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Pepsi- Red and Blue Di...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Day Date President 1803 Buckley Dial 18K Yellow Gold Leather Strap
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1803 Serial: 3841*** Year: 1974 Model: Rolex Day Date Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: Custom Leather Band Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: ...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 116234 36mm Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Stainless Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116234 Year: 2010 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel Dial: Origi...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Vintage 1980s Bvlgari Gold 2 Coil Tubogas Watch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a black lacquered dial. Signed by Bvlgari Circa 1980s Model #BB 19 1T 19mm face
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Late 1950s Movado Chronograph 9036 18K Yellow Gold – Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
A refined and collectible late 1950s Movado Chronograph 9036, housed in a 36.5mm 18K yellow gold case. The silver dial features classic chronograph sub-dials and a tachymeter scale, ...
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1950s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. and Oscar Heyman Art Deco Diamond Wristwatch
Located in New Orleans, LA
A dazzling example of Art Deco elegance, this exquisite wristwatch by Oscar Heyman for Tiffany & Co. is a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship. The cream dial is adorned with stri...
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20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rolex Daytona 116523 White Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116523 Year: 2008 Model: Rolex Daytona Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: W...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Mens Rolex Oyster Ref 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Date Automatic 1980s RA521
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.16013 automatic, c.1984, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchma...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Tank Américaine 18K White Gold Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch SM WB7073MP
Located in Aventura, FL
A stunning ladies' Tank Americaine wristwatch crafted in white gold by Cartier. Featuring a White dial with Roman numerals, and blued-steel sword-shaped hands. The dial is a fixed wh...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k Hamilton Diamond Watch. Vintage Ladies Hamilton Classic String Wristwatch
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stunning watch piece. Hamilton fully mechanical wristwatch. 14k White Gold Case with multiple diamonds. 14k White Gold Kreiser Cable Band. Condition: Watch winds up and ticks. Needs...
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1940s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, White Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Finished Green Dial, Circa 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 44mm X Diameter 36mm CIRCA / YEAR: 1960-70's...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Eterna 14Kt Solid Gold Ladies Art Deco Watch 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Eterna Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm X Width 16mm MOVE...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Watch W51002Q3 2302
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Watch W51002Q3 2302 - Automatic. Stainless Steel ( 28 x 35 mm ) ; date at 6 o'clock. Silver Guilloche dial with Roman numerals. Stainless stee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Pasha 1353 Chronograph Grey Dial 18K Yellow Gold Leather Strap 35mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1353 Model: Cartier Pasha Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: Brown Leather Strap Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Grey Dial Face: Sapphire C...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex GMT-Master II Two Tone Yellow Gold Black Dial
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: GMT Master II REFERENCE: 116713 SIZE: 40mm CASE: 18k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: 18k Yellow Gold BAND: 18k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Mixed Metal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 26mm Steel 18k Gold Ladies Oyster Bracelet Watch Ref 79173
Located in Providence, RI
This Rolex Datejust Ref. 79173 is a timeless 26mm automatic ladies watch, crafted from stainless steel and 18k yellow gold. It features a deep blue dial with gold-tone index markers,...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel, 18k Gold

14k Baume and Mercier GENEVE Mechanical watch. 14k Panther bracelet/band.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stunning Gold watch. 14k Yellow Gold Case and Band. Movement is by Baume and Mercier. Band is panther link 14k yellow gold by DGS. Wear this on weekends or everyday. You will not wan...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Esposto Leather Automatic Watch In Brown With Rose Gold Plated
Located in Fulham business exchange, London
This rose gold IP plated stainless-steel watch takes inspiration from pre-war classic designs, combining them with modern materials such as black carbon fibre decorated on the outer ring. Automatic watches are self-winding, wound automatically because of natural motion of the wearer which provides energy to run the watch. The inner circle displays the date with a genuine Italian brown leather croc-effect strap, Japanese movement...
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2010s British Modern Wrist Watches

Cartier Panthere Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Circa 1990 Watch
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER VINTAGE PANTHERE 18K GOLD WATCH *Excellent condition watch, includes Cartier box/no papers. -Period: Circa 1990 -Model: Panthère de Cartier -Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Sea-Dweller 4000 40mm Black Dial Stainless Steel Oyster Men's Watch 16600
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Sea-Dweller 4000 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16600. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel oyster case 40.0 mm in diameter. Rolex log...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 126333 Black Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Box Paper 2021
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126333 Year: 2021 Model: Rolex Datejust 41 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Fluted Bez...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Chopard Happy Diamonds 24mm 18K White Gold White Dial Ladies Watch 20/3957
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. No original box and papers. Comes with a Chronostore box. * Free Shipping within the USA * One-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full r...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Day-Date President 36mm Diamond BARK FINISH 18K Yellow Gold Watch 18078
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Rolex Day-Date President 36mm Diamond Bark Finish 18K Yellow Gold Watch 18078 is a striking and luxurious timepiece that seamlessly blends tradition with modern elegance. Crafted...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Rare Black Dial circa, 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 36m...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold I.W.C. Watch
Located in Westport, CT
An iconic Art Deco IWC (International Watch Company) and Tiffany & Co. 18K yellow gold manual wind (mechanical) wrist watch, circa 1920s. This magnificent timepiece features an 18K...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Factory Dial 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 26MM Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel Two Tone Watch 69173
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Rolex Datejust 26mm Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold & Steel Two-Tone Watch 69173 with a Jubilee band epitomizes timeless sophistication and exceptional craftsmanship. The 26mm cas...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 126301 Rhodium Motif Dial 18K Rose Gold Steel Box Paper 2022
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126301 Year: 2022 Model: Rolex Datejust 41 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Smooth Beze...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Omega Classic vintage Rose Gold case
Located in MADRID, ES
Omega Classic vintage with rose gold case and leather bracelet, a collector piece from the 1960s.
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Santos Carrée Burgundy Dial 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Cartier Santos Carrée – Burgundy Dial 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Small Size 24mm A timeless icon reimagined, this Cartier Santos Carrée ...
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1990s French Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 35MM Mens Automatic 1960s Vintage RA568B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref.1501 automatic, c.1960s, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silv...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 126234 Black Dial Stainless Steel 18K Gold Bezel Box Paper 36mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126234 Serial: 0Y45Y*** Year: 2020 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Be...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Marcel Boucher Mod Lucite Chrome Wrist Watch ca 1970
Located in University City, MO
Marcel Boucher Mod lucite chrome women's wrist watch ca 1970 The futuristic design combines a circular lucite disc that frames the black watch dial The...
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1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT-Master II "Sprite" — reference 126720VTNR Men's Watch
Located in New York, NY
Product Description Introducing the highly sought-after Rolex GMT-Master II "Sprite" — reference 126720VTNR. A true innovation from Rolex, this striking timepiece features the disti...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 Automatic 1970s All Original RA506
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref.1501 automatic, c.1970s, all original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rol...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

18k Boucheron Reflet Watch. Vintage Boucheron 18k Mini Reflet.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Extremely rare Boucheron Wristwatch made in Paris. It is from the Reflet collection and possible the smallest piece in the collection. Manual Movement. 18k Yellow Gold Case. Condit...
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1980s Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm Midsize 3003 W69004Z2 18K Rose Gold Watch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm Midsize 3003 W69004Z2 18K Rose Gold Watch is an exquisite blend of elegance and craftsmanship. Featuring a 36mm case, this timepiece is perfectly sized f...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

New Gucci 40mm stainless steel quartz watch
Located in Cattolica, IT
New Gucci Watch swiss made stainless steel quartz. The 'watch has never been worn and comes from an authorized Italian seller. Accompanied by box and Gucci international warranty. T...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Art Deco 0.70 Carat Sapphire, 2.92 Carat Diamond and Platinum Watch Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1920s Art Deco 0.70 carat sapphire, 2.92 carat diamond and platinum watch; part of our diverse collection of Art Deco jewelry. This stunning,...
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1920s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Cartier Santos Octagon 0906 Yellow Gold Automatic White Dial Ladies Watch 25mm
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Cartier Santos Octagon 0906 Yellow Gold Automatic White Dial Ladies Watch is a sophisticated blend of timeless design and precise functionality. Crafted in luxurious yellow gold, this 25mm timepiece features the iconic octagonal shape that has made the Santos collection a symbol of elegance and innovation. The classic white dial, with its bold Roman numerals and distinctive blue steel hands, adds a touch of refinement and clarity. Powered by an automatic movement, this watch ensures exceptional performance and accuracy, making it as reliable as it is stylish. The sleek yellow gold bracelet complements the watch’s refined design, offering both comfort and a secure fit. Perfect for the discerning woman, the Cartier Santos Octagon watch...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Helbros Military Style Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Authentic WWII era, this 33mm steel case Helbros Wrist Watch evokes true vintage feel. Manual wind with a seven jewel movement this watch is in original condition which presents ple...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Antique, Vintage and Luxury Wristwatches for Sale on 1stDibs

Antique, vintage and luxury 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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