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Juvenia MACHO 88.72 Grams Yellow Gold Unisex Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable unisex wristwatch created and signed by Juvenia, weighing 88.72 grams. Finely made with 18K yellow gold. Marked 18K, 0.750. 8 inches in length Engraved with initials...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Glashütte Senator Navigator Chronograph GUB 39-32 - Steel, Box & Papers
Located in Berlin, BE
The rare Glashütte Original Senator Navigator Chronograph is a distinguished timepiece featuring a 39mm stainless steel case and an automatic GUB 39-32 movement. Its design includes ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Vintage 1920s Diamond Set Silver Dial Platinum Cocktail Wristwatch
Located in London, GB
A Platinum Diamond Set Cocktail Vintage Ladies Wristwatch, silver dial with arabic numbers, a fixed platinum bezel set with approximately 16 round cut diamonds, approximately 8 squar...
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1920s Unknown Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rolex Day-Date President 118238 Champagne Dial Mens Watch Box Papers
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Day-Date President 118238 Mens Watch. 36mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold fluted bezel. Champagne dial with gold hands and gold index hour markers. Minute markers ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Omega Speedmaster 3510.12 Michael Schumacher Full Set
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Omega Speedmaster Chronograph Michael Schumacher 3510.12 Mens Watch. 39mm Stainless steel case with stationary black tachymeter scale bezel insert. Yellow dial with black luminous ha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master II Regatta 44mm White Gold Platinum Rubber Strap Watch 116689
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Yacht-Master II Regatta Chronograph 18kt White Gold & Platinum with Monobloc Middle Case, White Luminescent Dial with Rare White Gold Hands, Solid Platinum 950 "Ring Command" B...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Platinum

Rolex Submariner 16610LV Kermit Bezel Flat 4 Mens Watch Box Papers
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Submariner 16610LV Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel unidirectional rotating bezel with green bezel insert. Black dial with luminous ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bulgari Diagono AL38TA
Located in London, GB
This Bulgari Diagono is accompanied with its original box, manuals and papers dated August 2001 in addition to our 12-month warranty. The Bulgari Diagono, model AL38TA, features a 3...
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Early 2000s European Wrist Watches

Mens Rolex Ref 6694 Oysterdate Precision 34mm Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA207S
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1968, all original. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed vintage white dial, appl...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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

Materials

Stainless Steel

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 31MM 18K Rose Gold Steel White Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 178271
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with a box and papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Model Number: 178271 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

1978 ROLEX MEN'S DATEJUST 16013 Two Tone Quick Set Wristwatch Box All Factory
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8 inch 23 links two tone 14K Gold & Steel bracelet Factory Blue Dial 14K gold Bezel Working condition Manufacturing date of 1978
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos Large 4072 WSSA0030 Blue Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper 2021
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 4072 / WSSA0030 Year: 2021 Model: Cartier Santos Large Model Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Blue Roman Numerals ...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Daytona 16518 White Diamond Dial Inverted 6 18K Yellow Gold Leather Band
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16518 Serial: T157*** Year: 1995 Model: Rolex Daytona Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: Brown Leather Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Factory Inverted 6 White Diamond D...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 6827 31mm Diamond Dial
Located in London, GB
A midsize Rolex Datejust ref. 6827 crafted in 18k yellow gold. Featuring a silver dial with applied diamond hour markers and a fluted yellow gold bezel. The watch is also fitted with...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Genuine HERMES Stainless Steel 24mm Round Clipper Quartz Watch White Dial.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
This is an authentic HERMES Stainless Steel 24mm Round Clipper Quartz White Dial. The watch is crafted of stainless steel and features a white dial, gold hands and hour markers, two ...
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1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar 18k White Gold Cream Dial Mens Watch 5320G-001
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned, like-new condition. 2020 papers. Comes with an original box and a full paper set. Retails for $101,100 USD. General Information Department: Men Style: Luxury Model Name: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

PIAGET DANCER Mens Watch 18K White Gold & Factory Piaget Diamonds - Mint
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers via other online sites with a 5.0 star rating. PIAGET DANCER Mens Ultra Thin High Grade Mechancial Watch - 18K White Gold & Original Factory Piaget Diamonds True Statement Piece - Approx. $32,000 Retail Rep. Value - 1 Year Warranty Today's offering showcases this gorgeous Connoisseur of Time Certified Pre-Owned Piaget Polo mens diamond watch that combines Piaget elegance, a very distinctive luxury character, and exceptional horological craftsmanship. Bejeweled with 36 Piaget perfect factory set full cut brilliant diamonds on the bezel, it is a true statement piece. The diamonds are brilliant cut, white, extremely clean, and full of fire as you would expect from a watch of this caliber. To power the watch Piaget used...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Santos Vendôme Ref. 8192 - 32mm, Quartz
Located in Berlin, BE
The Cartier Santos Vendôme Ref. 8192 is a refined and classic timepiece with a 32mm case. It features an elegant Roman numeral dial that embodies Cartier's signature style. Powered b...
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20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date 41mm Steel Ceramic Black Dial Men Automatic Watch 126610LN
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Excellent condition. Comes with the original box and papers. * Free Shipping within the USA * Three-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers ...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Solid 14K Yellow Gold Watch Champagne Dial
Located in Bradenton, FL
Vintage 14K Gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date watch, boasting the exclusivity and luxe design of the Rolex brand. Rolex 14k yellow gold Jubilee bracelet with Rolex signed clasp. Loose...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Piaget Emperador Rose Gold 26 x 33 mm
Located in MADRID, ES
Piaget Emperador Rose Gold 26 x 33 mm, con diseño originalmente destinado a caballero, aunque por su tamaño es adecuado para uso unisex. Caja esfera y hebilla en oro rosa y con corre...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Santos Yellow Gold Octagon Midsize Automatic Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Cartier Santos Octagon Mid Size Wrist Watch, 30 M.M. 3 piece Octagon Water proof case, Automatic, self winding movement, White dial with Black Roman numerals, sweep second...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Dial and Custom Diamond Bezel circa 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel & Diamond & Sapphire Bezel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE:...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Butterfly Beaded Watch Band Paiute Jenny Dick
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful vintage watch band is the creation of Paiute Jenny Dick. Measurements: 1 1/4 inches wide - Adjustable from 7 to 8 inches Condition...
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1980s American Native American Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 26mm 18k Gold Steel Jubilee Dial Automatic Ladies Watch 179173
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. 6 inches wrist size. Comes with an original box but no papers. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier with Arabic Numbers Gold Dial on a Strap
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 27mm yellow gold Ladies Baume & Mercier wristwatch. Featuring a stunning a gold dial with Arabic numbers. The watch is fitted with a sapphire glass, movement and a Baume & Mercier ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Bulova Gold-Plated Dress Watch with Black Leather Band.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Manual movement # 11AN. Case # H926358. Weight: 28.5 grams. Does not include the original box or papers. This watch is guaranteed authentic. One year warranty included with purchase....
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20th Century American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Omega Seamaster Chronostop 145009 1969
Located in London, GB
This Omega Seamaster Chronostop 145.009 has just benefited from passing through our workshop so its in exceptional working order. Purposely left unpolished and original where it can ...
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1960s British Vintage Wrist Watches

Audemars Piguet 26022BC 18K White Gold Chronograph Blue Dial
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Audemars Piguet 26022BC Royal Oak men's watch. 39MM 18K white gold case with 18K white gold octagon-shaped bezel. Blue tapestry dial with luminous hands and luminous index hour marke...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Day-Date 18038 Blue String Diamond Dial
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Day-Date 18038 Mens Watch. 36mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold fluted bezel. Blue Vignette diamond string dial with gold hands and factory diamond hour markers. Fact...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Steel Datejust With Custom Made Green Dial and Diamond Bezel circa 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 36m...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Materials

14k Gold

Bueche Girod Vintage 74.30 Grams 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch
Located in New York, NY
Designer: BUECHE GIROD Title: Bueche Girod 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet Watches Style: Bracelet Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dimension: 7"WIDE-0.94IN Weight: 74.3 Grams ...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Concord Yellow Gold Quartz Watch
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-Owned 18 Karat Yellow Gold Concord Ladies Quartz Watch Featuring A 24mm Case. New Black Leather Strap. Battery Replaced August 2022; Includes 1 Year T...
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1930 Wrist Watch in .900 Platinum with 4.98 Ctw in Round Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
At deco platinum wristwatch. Beautiful highly decorated lady wristwatch, made in America during the art deco period, back in the 1930. This elegant wristwatch has been crafted in so...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

2000 Rolex Men's Datejust 16203 Two Tone Watch Jubilee Slate Box/Papers
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2000 Rolex Men's Watch Model: 16203 Serial: P536142 Rolex has a 36mm case with 18K yellow gold bezel Slate dial with gold Roman Numeral markers Two tone jubilee band - minimal st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 40MM 18K Gold Diamond Dial Steel mens Watch 116523G
Located in New York, NY
Preowned. Good condition. Comes with a original box and papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Name: Rolex Daytona 116523G Model Number: 116...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Cartier Baignoire Mini WGBA0044 (WGBA0018) 'Ladies' Yellow Gold Quartz (2025)
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Baignoire Mini WGBA0044 is a refined and elegant timepiece that epitomizes the brand's commitment to luxury and timeless design. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, the case feat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Bvlgari a Gentleman's Bvlgari Wristwatch
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). Stainless steel case. Reference BB...
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20th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Calatrava 18K Rose Gold Ivory Dial Automatic Men Watch 5227R-001
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Excellent condition. 2015 paper. unworn band. It comes with a Patek Travel pouch and papers. General Information Brand: Patek Philippe Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Mo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Pontiac Logo Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch with Luminous Dial 1930's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Pontiac Logoed Watch STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Chromium CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 30mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 6 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Silvered with Luminous Numerals / Blued Steel Luminous Hands ATTACHMENT / BRACELET: Leather, 18mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This unique watch was probably a presentation or gift when making a purchase of a Pontiac Watch...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

NEW Rolex Sky-Dweller Jubilee Steel 18K White Gold Blue Dial Watch 336934
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. Box and papers. Comes with 5 year Rolex warranty.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

NEW Rolex Datejust 41 126333 18K Yellow Gold Steel Black Dial Watch B&P
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Comes with an original box and papers.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Hermes Arceau Skerret Automatic 40mm Mens Watch AR2.710
Located in Dallas, TX
Hermes Arceau Skerret Automatic 40mm Mens Watch AR2.710 - Automatic. Stainless steel with smooth bezel with a exposition caseback (40 mm). Skeleton dial with black outer ring. Matte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

14K Gold Jerome Piquot Automatic Wristwatch with Date 1940s Incabloc Watch
Located in Wallkill, NY
Jerome Piquot 14k yellow gold wristwatch with date and sweep center seconds, 17 jewels automatic movement with Incabloc. Leather band. Watch is approximately 1.39 inches in circumfer...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rolex Watch. ROLEX Oyster Royal 3121 SS and 9k Bezel. 29mm
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Rolex Oyster Royal 3121 9k Yellow Gold Bezel and Stainless Steel Case. Manual Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1943 Beautiful Watch. New Genuine Leather band. 29mm round case ...
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1940s Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Stainless Steel

Tiffany & Co. Cocktail 2-Hand Pave Diamond Rose Gold Watch
Located in Surfside, FL
Tiffany & Co. Cocktail 2-Hand Pave Diamond Rose Gold Watch
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Datejust 126233 Black Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126233 Serial: 58W37*** Year: 2018 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Factory Bla...
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2010s Wrist Watches

NEW Rolex Datejust 41 126333 Yellow Gold Steel Silver Dial Automatic Watch B&P
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Comes with an original box and papers.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Patek Philippe Complications 4948R-001 Annual Calendar Moon Phases Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Patek Philippe Complications 4948R-001 is a masterful blend of horological complexity and timeless elegance. Crafted in 18k rose gold, this timepiece fea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Mens Rolex Ref 1503 Oyster Perpetual Date 14k Solid Gold Automatic 1970s RJC120
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref.1503 solid 14k gold automatic, c.1974. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold dial, applied gold...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Patek Philippe Aquanaut 42mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch 5968A-001
Located in New York, NY
Pre-ownedgood condition. Comes with an original orange rubber strap. 2022 paper. Box and paper full set.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

GUCCI G-TIMELESS YA126321 Watch
Located in Barcelona, CT
GUCCI G-TIMELESS Watch YA126321 Brand New Watch. Stainless steel case 39mm excluding crown. Case thickness 8mm. Sapphire crystal. Black dial. Fabric strap. Quartz movement. Water res...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Hermès Paris 18 Kt Gold 'Sellier' Wristwatch, Crocodile Strap
Located in Manhasset, NY
Hermès Paris 18 Kt Gold 'Sellier' Wristwatch, Crocodile Strap 18 kt., quartz, circular white dial, center gold-tone and outer decorative gold bezel, black Arabic numerals, luminous ...
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Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Pistachio Green Dial and Diamond Markers
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 3...
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1970s Swiss Modern 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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