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Small Panthère de Cartier WGPN0039 'Ladies' Yellow Gold Quartz
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Small Panthère de Cartier WGPN0039 is an elegant expression of Cartier's timeless design, embodying the sophistication and grace of the iconic Panthère c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date 118398BR Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Champagne Diamond Dial
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Rolex Day-Date 118398BR is a luxurious showcase of Rolex’s mastery in gem-setting and craftsmanship. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, its 36mm case exudes tim...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Anne Klein Gold-Plated Quartz Dress Watch with Iridescent Dial, 36mm
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Quartz movement # Y121E. Case # 10/9994. Weight: 36.7 grams. Does not include the original box or papers. This watch is guaranteed authentic. One year warranty included with purchase...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Wrist Watches

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Gold Plate

Vintage 1963 Omega 14KT Yellow Gold Watch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1963 Omega 14K Yellow Gold Manual Watch. This elegant timepiece is crafted in 14k yellow gold. The watch features a square dial with minimalist hour markers and a sleek Omega...
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1960s Vintage Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

Baume & Mercier Classima MOA10483 GMT Automatic Full Set
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Baume Mercier Model: Classima Reference: MOA10483 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : Case width:40 mm....
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2010s European Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Gondolo Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 5009
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe Gondolo in 18k yellow gold on dark brown alligator strap with 18k PP tang buckle. Manual w/ subseconds. 25.5 mm case size. With box. Ref 5009. Fine Pre-owned Patek Phi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Rolex Sea-Dweller 40mm Ref. 16600 Watch With Box and Papers
Located in Miami, FL
The robust Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600, featuring a 40mm stainless steel case built for 4,000 feet of deep-sea diving, complete with its original box, card, and full set of accessories. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Day Date 18238 18K Yellow Gold Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Day Date 18238 Mens Watch. 36mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold fluted bezel. Champagne dial with gold hands and index hour marker. Date display at 3 o'clock position...
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1990s Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Date 1503 34mm 14k Gold Automatic Diamond dial 1970s NA112
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1503 automatic, c.1970s, in pristine vintage condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Role...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

Rolex Datejust 28 18K Rose Gold Steel Purple Diamond Dial Watch 279171 B&P
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned like new condition. Comes with original box and papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 279171 Model Number: 279171 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Rose Gold, Steel

Vintage Diamond and Platinum Watch on Ribbon
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This gorgeous unique art deco antique watch is truly one-of-a-kind!! Approximately 2.5 total diamond weight (estimated) Platinum watch with black ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

IWC F.A.Jones Portuguese Platinum Limited Edition Wristwatch, IW544202, Full Set
By IWC
Located in Antwerp, BE
IWC F.A.Jones Portuguese Platinum limited edition wrist watchwith IWC certificate and IWC box. A real collectors watch who keeps his beauty and value. IWC Portuguese F.A. Jones gen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Platinum

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Blue "Vignette" Dial 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 43mm X Diameter 3...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Vintage Ladies 18k Gold Tiffany & Co Wrist Watch with Diamond Bezel by Piaget
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely vintage ladies Petite Size Piaget wrist watch was designed and created in Geneva Switzerland at the world headquarters of this venerated maker. The ticking heart of this superlative time piece is an ultra thin Piaget...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Tag Heuer Connected Kingsman 45 Titanium&Gold Digital Ref: SBF8A8023
Located in București, București
The watch is in a very good condition and it’s working well. It shows slight signs of wear. It comes with 4 additional straps original from Tag Heuer. The watch comes with the origi...
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2010s Romanian Wrist Watches

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Gold, Titanium

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Blue "Vignette" Dial 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 43mm X Diameter 3...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Aluminium Silver Dial Mens Watch AL 38 A
Located in Dallas, TX
Bvlgari Aluminium Silver Dial Mens Watch AL 38 A - Automatic winding with date at 3 o'clock. Aluminum and titanium case (38mm) with black rubber bezel with Bvlgari engraving.. Silve...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Ebel 1911 18K Yellow Gold MOP Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
By Ebel
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Ebel 1911 watch is a stunning piece of luxury jewelry, elegantly designed and thoughtfully crafted from 18k gold. With its Swiss-made precision, this watch offers reliability and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Made Navy Blue 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 42mm X...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust 179165 Factory Pink Diamond Dial 18K Rose Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 179165 Serial: Y356*** Year: 2002 Model: Rolex Ladies Datejust Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: 18K Rose Gold Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Factory ...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Oysterdate Mid Size with Custom Blue Dial 1961 Original Sticker
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6466 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Diameter 3...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 36mm 18k SS Date Automatic 1980s RA397
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.16013 automatic, c.1987, in excellent aesthetic and working condition. Verified authentic by a ...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 5402ST Black Dial With Service Papers
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 5402ST Mens Watch. 39mm stainless steel case with stainless steel octagon bezel. Black tapestry dial with luminous steel hands and index hour marker. Date d...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom MOP Dial And Diamond Bezel circa 1980's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Diamete...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

BVLGARI ASSIOMA AA44SCH Watch
Located in Barcelona, CT
BVLGARI ASSIOMA AA44SCH Ref: E359073 Gentleman's watch in VERY GOOD condition, with steel case 34,5x44mm excluding crown (crown not original). Sapphire crystal. Blue dial (some dirt ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Steel

Vintage Cartier Tank 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Cartier Tank 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch - Mechanical. 18K Yellow gold ; blue sapphire cabochon in crown (24mm diameter). White dial with bl...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Vintage 1966 Steel Air-king Automatic with Sunburst Dial
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Air-King Reference 5500. 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster case. Caliber 1520 Automatic, Self winding movement, excellent Mint conditi...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Steel

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom MOP Dial And Diamond Bezel circa 1980's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 / 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Diame...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 31MM 18K Yellow Gold Steel Diamond Silver Dial Watch 178343
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned like new condition. Box and papers.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold, Steel

Vintage 1950 Audemars Piguet Ref. 5143 Disco Volante Dress Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful pre-owned and vintage Audemars Piguet "Disco Volante" Ref. 5143 watch, crafted in 18K white gold. This classy timepiece features a slim 32mm case and a light brown leather ...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, White Gold

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

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14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 1601 Oyster Datejust 18k Gold Ss Automatic 1960 Swiss RA318B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's 18k gold & stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 1601 automatic, c.1968. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold di...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Yellow 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 43mm X Diameter 3...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

PIAGET Polo 18K Yellow solid Gold silver Dial quartz Men's watch
Located in New York, NY
PIAGET Polo 18K Yellow solid Gold silver Dial quartz Men's watch All the parts are authentic Model                          Polo Reference Number G0A26029 Gender Men's Metal 18k ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Roger Dubuis Excaliber EX45 78 9 9.71R Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
Roger Dubuis Excaliber EX45 78 9 9.71R Men's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 140973 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Roger Dubuis Model: Excaliber Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 279381RBR Diamond MOP Dial Two-Tone Watch Box Papers
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Datejust 279381 RBR Ladies Watch. This elegant timepiece features a 28mm stainless steel case and an 18K rose gold bezel accented with factory diamonds. The mother of pearl dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Midsize must de Cartier Vemeil Paris 30mm Quartz Gold Plated Dress Watch NA135
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Charming luxury, Midsize/unisex must de Cartier Vermeil gold-plated dress watch, c.1980s, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, must de Cartier signed dial, Roman numeral hour markers, outer minute track, gorgeous blue minute and hour hands, hands and dial in very good, original vintage condition, very minor show of age give its unique and charming look. Gold-plated over silver and stainless steel case measuring 30mm, watch is in pristine vintage condition. Iconic must de Cartier sapphire cabochon...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled, Silver, Stainless Steel

Hublot 18k Rose Gold Classic Fusion
Located in New York, NY
This 42mm Hublot Classic Fusion in 18K Rose Gold is an elegant and unique sports watch in pristine condition. Its classic look captures architecture & d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tiffany & Co. Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1920's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tiffany & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum & Diamonds CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 16mm MOVEME...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

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Platinum

Frederique Constant Ladies Stainless steel Wristwatch Ref FC-310DHB2PD6B
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
FC-310DHB2PD6B Frederique Constant : Exquisite Elegance and Masterful Craftsmanship Indulge in the epitome of luxury with the Frederique Constant FC-310DHB2PD6B. This stunning timepi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Parentesi Diamond & 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch, Ref BJ01
Located in Honolulu, HI
Authentic Bvlgari Parentesi ladies bracelet watch in 18k yellow gold, Ref. BJ 01. This stunning watch features a 20mm 18k gold case with closed solid snap back. The watch has an gold dial Pave' set with diamonds covering the whole face and yellow gold hour and minute hands. The watch has a quartz movement. The iconic Bvlgari Parentesi bracelet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Bulova Accutron 34mm Date Quartz Wrist Watch Ref. M9
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Bulova Reference No.: M9 Movement: Quartz - American Made Case Dimensions: 34mm (width - not including crown) - 40mm (lug to lug) Case Thickness: 10mm Strap: Brown Genuin...
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20th Century American Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Rolex Men's Blue Date Two-Tone 14K Gold Ref 15003 Quickset 34 mm All Factory
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Rolex men's wristwatch is a luxury timepiece with a round silver case and a blue and gold bezel. The watch features baton indexes on a gold dial, with a quickset function and a ...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

Carlo Zini Golden Heart Jewel Watch
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Amazing Carlo Zini Milano jewel watch One of the greatest bijoux creators of all times Vintage from late 80's / early 90's Perfectly working Quartz movement 18kt gold dipped Preciou...
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1990s Italian Wrist Watches

14K White Gold Ornate Vintage Hamilton Watch
Located in Addison, TX
Created by Hamilton, this vintage watch gives off a luxurious feel. The 14K white gold link style bracelet pairs elegantly to the 14k white gold wind wris...
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex Oyster Precision 5500 Air King 34m Mens Automatic 1970s Vintage NA142R
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex Oyster "Air-King" Precision Ref.5500 automatic, c.1970, unpolished, in excellent running condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous R...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Cartier Paris 7825 18K Yellow Gold Mechanical Vintage Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Paris 7825 ladies watch. 20.7MM X 25.8MM lug to lug 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold bezel. White spidering dial with black Roman numeral hour markers and minute mar...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

1960s Hermes Vintage Steel Watch
Located in London, GB
Presenting a vintage Hermes steel wristwatch from the 1960s created by the luxury goods manufacturer. Very minimalist, featuring a thick 26mm rectangular case with rounded corners, i...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

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Steel

ROLEX Watch 1948 Vintage Ref 4498 Stainless Steel Working Keeps Time
Located in Los Angeles, CA
ROLEX Watch 1948 Vintage Ref 4498 Stainless Steel 0.59 million serial number, circa 1948 Case in original unpolished condition In good condition, working, keeping time, Dial maybe ...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex 14Kt. Solid Gold O.P Date Lady's Watch With Custom Diamond Dial and Bezel
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1503 METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1972 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X ...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

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Gold

Cartier Tank Must 29.5mm Roman Silver Dial Calf Skin Steel Quartz Watch WSTA0110
Located in Aventura, FL
Louis Cartier created the Tank watch in 1917. A legend was born. The first prototype was presented as a gift to General Pershing some years before the watch was introduced into the m...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 6694 Oysterdate Precision Hand Wind 1960s Swiss Vintage RJC198
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex ref.6694 all-stainless steel Oysterdate Precision hand-wind dress watch, c.1967, all original. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex s...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6084 14k Gold 34mm Semi Bubble Automatic 1950s NA133
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6084 semi bubble back automatic dress watch, c.1952, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, white Rolex signed dial, applied gold dagger indice hour markers, gilt minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, hands and dial in excellent, vintage condition, minor discoloration due to age. Acrylic crystal. 14k gold smooth bezel over 14k solid gold case measuring 34mm in diameter, in pristine, vintage condition. 17-Jeweled Rolex cal.645 automatic movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition. Fitted on new, aftermarket leather strap. Timeless classic, luxurious Men's 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6084...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

Panerai Steel Luminor Marina Watch circa 2010 Original Deployant Buckle PAM 104
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Panerai STYLE / REFERENCE: Luminor Marina / Reference OP 6768 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 2010 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 44mm MOVEMENT / CALIBE...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Breitling Emergency Wristwatch Ref K76321, 43mm Case, 18K Yellow Gold, Full Set
Located in Canterbury, England
Our extremely rare and desirable Breitling Emergency with 43mm 18k yellow gold case and with 18k yellow gold bracelet, reference K76321, features a black dial with arabic numerals an...
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2010s Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Franck Muller Conquistador Cortez 10000 H SC Pavé Diamonds Wrist Watch
Located in Antwerp, BE
Franck Muller Conquistador Cortez 10000 H SC Pavé Diamonds Wrist Watch Franck Muller King Conquistador Cortez reference: 10000 H SC. Watch with self-winding Automatic mechanical m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Stainless Steel

9ct Gold Watch MPC English Make
Located in London, GB
Stretchy bracelet, that can fit any wrist. Additional Information: Case Size: 38mm x 24.90mm Case Thickness: 35mm Case Material: 9ct Gold Strap Widt...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Gold, 9k Gold

Mens Rolex Ref 1500 Oyster Perpetual Date 14k Gold SS Automatic 1960s RA168
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 automatic with 14k solid gold bezel, c.1969, all original. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex sign...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Gold, 14k Gold, 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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