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Wrist Watches For Sale
Gemstone: Diamond
Gemstone: Tiger's Eye
Tiffany & Company 1920s Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Tiffany & Company retailed Platinum and Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 x 18 M.M. Cushion shape case with Hand Engraving work and single cut Diamonds set into the bezel. F...
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1920s Swiss Edwardian Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Chopard Happy Diamonds 18kt Gold Ladies Quartz Wristwatch
Located in Braintree, GB
Chopard Happy Diamonds 18kt Gold Ladies Quartz Wristwatch. Made in Switzerland. Year: After 2000 Reference: 287875/1170 Inner Case Size: 20 mm Full case size: 36 mm Movement: Quar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold

Piaget Diamond Gold Lady's Watch - Model 84024K817
Located in רמת גן, IL
Preowned, excellent condition Piaget Lady Dancer 18k Yellow Gold wristwatch. Gold dial, an 18k Yellow Gold 20mm case, diamond bezel, winder, bracelet and jewellery clasp, sapphire cr...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow 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

Custom 3 Carat Ct Diamond Gucci G Day Date Swiss Made White-dial Watch 1
Located in New York, NY
Custom Diamond Gucci G Day Date Swiss Made White-dial Watch with box and booklet papers. Certified by Gemological Institute in New York including appraisal value of $5,600.00. Origi...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Rolex Champagne Diamond 18k Yellow Gold And Stainless Steel Datejust 69173
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Elevate your watch collection with an authentic Rolex masterpiece. The Datejust 69173 boasts exquisite craftsmanship, a timeless design, and a legacy of horological excellence. Incl...
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2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Bvlgari 'Alveare' 18kt. Yellow gold and Pavé set Diamond Watch-Bracelet
Located in Braintree, GB
Bvlgari 'Alveare' 18kt. Yellow gold and Pavé set Diamond Watch-Bracelet Year: After 2000 Case width Size: 16 mm Movement: Quartz Dial: 18kt gold and pavé set diamonds Case Materi...
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Brand New Van De Bauwede Legend in Silver Set With Diamonds Full Set
Located in Antwerp, BE
Brand New Van De Bauwede Legend in Silver Set With Diamonds Movement: Quartz Functions: Hours, minutes, subsidiary seconds Case: VDB silver 800, diameter 32 mm x 34 mm x 7.5 mm, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Estate Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Diamond and Mother of Pearl 24 mm 18k Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous estate Audemars Piguet Royal Oak mother of pearl and white diamond 24 mm watch. 18k white gold.
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Hamilton Hooded Lug Tank Watch 14K Rose Gold and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare 1950's Hamilton 14k rose gold hooded lug tank watch with diamond dial. This tank is large for the period at 21mm in diameter and 40mm lug to lug. This watch is powere...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

18 Kt Solid Full Gold & Diamonds Concord Wrist Watch Full Set
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt. Solid Gold & Diamonds Concord Wrist Watch Movement: Quartz Case: 18 kt. Yellow gold, diameter 31 mm, thickness 5 mm, Bezel set with diamonds Dial: Gold dial set with diamon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & CO. BLANCPAIN Diamond Platinum 1960s Bracelet Watch
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite authentic retro wristwatch was designed by Blancpain for Tiffany & Co. and is crafted in platinum and set with F-G-H VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an estimated 15.0 - 16...
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1960s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier 18K Rose Gold Captive WG600003 Ladies Diamond Watch
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier Captive de Cartier 18K Rose Gold Diamond Bezel 50 mm Watch, reference number WG600003, features an 18K rose gold case measuring...
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20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Datejust 31 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This is a great condition 1986 Rolex 31mm Datejust Reference 68278 in 18K Yellow Gold. This watch is a quickset date model. The Dial has factory set diamond markers. The original br...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Boucheron Vintage Bamboo Anyolite Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Watch France 1970s
Located in Lisbon, PT
BOUCHERON ‘Bamboo’ anyolite and diamonds manual watch in 18kt yellow gold, France, 1970s. Embodying the pinnacle of 1970’s haute horlogerie, this Boucheron 'Bamboo' timepiece is a te...
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1970s French Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dior Viii Grand Bal Black Ceramic and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The Dior VIII Grand Bal collection is a dazzling testament to Dior's unparalleled craftsmanship and creativity in the world of haute couture and luxury watchmaking. These exquisite t...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Other

Custom 3 Carat Ct Diamond Gucci G Chrono Chronograph Date Swiss Made Watch 1
Located in New York, NY
Custom Diamond Gucci 101M G Chrono Swiss Made Black-dial 44mm Watch with box and booklet papers. Original Gucci Bezel customized hand-set with approx. 3.00 carats of natural genuine...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Rolex Sky-Dweller Watch in Two tone with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Brand Rolex Model Sky-Dweller Two-Tone & Diamonds Movement Automatic Case Material Stainless Steel & Yellow Gold Case Size 42mm Band Material Stainless Steel & Yellow Gold Diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Rose Gold Anniversary Diamond Dial Jubilee Watch 116231
Located in Aventura, FL
The Rolex Datejust 36mm 116231 is an authentic Swiss-made Men’s or Women’s luxury watch that features a stainless steel case and two-toned ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Steel

Custom 3 Carat Ct Diamond Gucci G Day Date Swiss Made Black-dial Watch 1
Located in New York, NY
Custom Diamond Gucci G Day Date Swiss Made Black-dial Watch with box and booklet papers. Certified by Gemological Institute in New York including appraisal value of $5,400.00. Origi...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Custom 2 Carat Ct Gucci Men’s Pantheon 115.2 Real Natural Diamond 44mm Watch 1
Located in New York, NY
Custom Diamond Gucci Men's Pantheon Watch with box and booklet papers. Original Gucci Bezel customized hand-set with approx. 2.00 carats of natural genuine earth-mined SI-I Diamonds...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

BNIB Steel Full Diamonds & Sapphires Van Der Bauwede Snake Magnum, MOP Dial
Located in Antwerp, BE
Brand New in Box & Warranty Certificate Stainless Steel Full Diamonds & Sapphires Van Der Bauwede Magnum Reatil Price : 18.800 Euro Movement: quartz, Caliber 25 Functions: hours, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Stainles...

Cartier Panthere 18kt. yellow gold Ladies Quartz wristwatch with diamond bezel
Located in Braintree, GB
Cartier Panthere 18kt. yellow gold Ladies Quartz wristwatch with diamond bezel and Cabochon Sapphire crown. Made in 1980 - 1990s Brand - Cartier Model: Panthere Movement - Quart...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual White Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Model Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Pink Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rol...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Black Dial 18K Yellow Gold Custom Diamond Bezel Watch 16233
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial with Custom Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Mens Watch 16233. Officially certified chronometer self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 36 mm...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Women's Two-Tone Datejust w/ Diamond Dial Jubilee Band 69173
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Rolex Women's Two-Tone Datejust w/ Diamond Dial Jubilee Band 69173 Model #69173 Serial #X6097XX Movement #2135 Movement Serial #25875XX Year: 1991 Stainless Steel Round Case with Flu...
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1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Tri-Gold Diamond Set 69179
Located in London, GB
A 26mm Datejust in tri-gold by Rolex. Featuring a champagne dial with diamond set hour markers complemented by a fixed yellow gold fluted bezel. Fitted with sapphire crystal and a s...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Custom Turquoise Tiffany Dial & Diamond Watch 114300
Located in Newton, MA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual stainless steel customized aftermarket turquoise colored diamond dial and diamond bezel offered by Alex & Co. This stunning timepiece is pre-owned in excellent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Stainless Steel

Vintage 1980s David Webb Black Enamel and Diamonds Watch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and black enamel with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 4.00 carats. Signed by David Webb. Circa 1980s Size 6 inches
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Rolex Daytona 18k White Gold REF 116509 with 10+ cttw Top Natural Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Rolex Model: Daytona Cosmograph Ref: 116509 Metal: 18k White Gold Dial: Black with Diamond hour markers Stones: VVSn Round Cut Brilliant Diamonds (approx 10ct) Year: 200...
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Georg Jensen Vivianan Diamond Bezel Cuff Watch
Located in San Fernando, CA
Georg Jensen Vivianna Collection Both minimalist and luxurious, the mirror dial of this beautiful Vivianna bangle watch is exquisitely encircled by a single row of brilliant cut dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Rolex Ladies 76193 Steel and 18k Ladies Diamond Dial Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1999 Rolex Ladies Reference 76193 Wrist Watch, 24 M.M. 3 Piece Stainless Steel Oyster Case with 18k Yellow Gold Fluted bezel. Caliber 2230 Automatic, self winding movement, Bla...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Steel

Rolex Mens Datejust 41mm Oyster Steel Watch ICED 2.0ct Diamond Black Dial 116300
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 41mm Watch. A Pre-owned watch w/ Gift Box. The Watch Itself is Authentic and Comes with Authenticity Card. Watch Reference is...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

18KWG Cartier Diamond Face Tank Américaine Watch
Located in Seattle, WA
An iconic Cartier "Tank Américaine" women's watch in 18K white gold. Featuring 1.00ctw G-H/VS1-2 round pave diamonds around the face. The face measures 19mm x 35mm and has a Cartier ...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

UNWORN Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm Two Tone with Diamond Bezel and Dial
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Model: Ballon Bleu Case size: 36mm Metal: Stainless Steel & 18k Rose Gold Bezel: Factory Diamonds Dial: Factory Diamonds Links: Full links Includes: Cartier ori...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex Anniversary Datejust Diamond Bezel Watch, 1991
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Ladies Rolex Anniversary Datejust Diamond Bezel Watch. Stunning wristwatch with a gold dial, gold hour, minute, and second hand, diamond hou...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm MOP Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee Bracelet Watch 16233
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust with a 36mm 18K yellow gold case and an Aftermarket Mother of Pearl Diamond dial. This fine timepiece features a classic two-tone 18K yellow gold and stainless steel J...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Steel

Bell & Ross Diamond Wristwatch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Bell & Ross Diamond automatic movement wristwatch. The oversized watch features a mother-of-pearl dial, diamond bezel case, hour, minute, and second hands. On the back of the case re...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Concord 18k Gold & Diamond Ladies Watch Ref. #51.25.160, Mother of Pearl Dial
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Concord 18k Gold & Diamond Ladies Watch Ref. 51.25.160 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being offered for sale. 1.30 ca...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31mm Stainless Steel Blue Dial Watch 77080
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31mm Watch Pre-owned W/Gift Box 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Great Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 77080 Model - Oyster Perpetual D...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31mm 1ct Diamonds Black MOP Dial Watch 77080
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31mm Watch customized with 1 carats of Genuine Diamonds! The entire bezel has been beautifully handset in white "SI" round brilliant cut diamonds. The diamonds...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31mm 1.75ct Diamonds ICE Blue Steel Watch Ref 77080
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31mm Watch customized with 1.75 carats of Genuine Diamonds. The Entire Watch Is Genuine Only Custom Diamond Dial and Bezel is added. The entire bezel and Dial ...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

White Gold Ladies Wrist Watch by Favre-Leuba, with Diamonds and Blue Sapphires
Located in Berlin, DE
Charming women's jewelry wristwatch in 18 Karat white gold, with diamonds and sapphires. By Favre Leuba. Includes certificate of authenticity. Favre-Leuba is a Swiss manufacturer o...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1970's Corum 18k Gold Ladies Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vintage 1970's Corum 18k yellow gold ladies cocktail watch, with its original gold dial and diamond bezel weighing 0.75 carats. This sustainable, vintage timepiece has a recently s...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Rare Submariner Smurf Diamond Dial 116619LB
Located in London, GB
A white gold 40mm Submariner Date Smurf by Rolex. Features a rare blue dial with diamond set hour markers, complemented by a blue ceramic unidirectional rotatable bezel with 60-minut...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Revelation D'Une Panthere Rose Gold Diamond Watch
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Cartier Diamond and Gold 'Révélation d'Une Panthère' wristwatch is a masterpiece of luxury and craftsmanship, designed to capture the imagination and enchant the senses. Encased ...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Stainless Steel Diamond Ladies Watch in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Jaeger-LeCoultre MPN: 265.8.08 Model: Reverso Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 33 x 20.5 mm Crystal: Sapphire Crystal Bezel: Smooth Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

David Yurman Madison Petite 18k Gold Diamond Bezel MOP Dial Wrist Watch T409-P88
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: David Yurman Movement: Quartz Case & Buckle Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Gross Weight: 28.3 Grams Case Thickness: 5.8mm Case Width: 15mm (not including crown) Case Hei...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega 1940s Retro Rose Gold and Rubies Bracelet Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Omega Ladies Bracelet Watch, 22 x 14 M.M. 14k Rose Gold Signed Omega 2 piece case, the case top is set with Fine color Rubies a...
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Lady TT Datejust Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 6917-TT-MOP-DIA-AM-BDS-JBL Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Mother...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust II 41mm Red Arabic Diamond Dial 2.5ctw Diamond Bezel Watch 116334
Located in Aventura, FL
The Rolex 116334 Datejust II 41mm with Aftermarket Diamond Red Arabic Dial Watch is a striking timepiece with elegance and sophistication. With its 2.5ctw Aftermarket diamond bezel a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Vintage Diamonds 18 Carat White Gold Mechanical Watch
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful mechanical watch with manual winding in white gold, with a case set with diamonds and a bracelet with palace decoration. Wristband Length :...
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1970s French Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Grey Diamond Dial Steel Yellow Gold Bezel Mens Watch 16233
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Rose Gray Diamond Mens Watch 16233. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 36.0 mm in diameter. Rolex...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Steel

Bvlgari Mother Of Pearl Diamond Stainless Steel Lvcea LU 33 S Women's Wristwatch
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Bvlgari's collection of watches is suited for everyday life and for the special days when you need to dress up, thus making the brand's creations versatile and worth the money you sp...
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2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Steel, Stainless Steel

Chopard Silver Mother of Pearl 18k Rose Gold Stainless Steel Diamond Imperiale
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
With a Quartz movement, this classy Imperiale wristwatch, presented by the house of Chopard has been designed to bring out the luxurious side to life. The timepiece has been designed...
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2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold, Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Custom Diamond Bezel 1.1 Carat Watch 2301
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER TANK FRANCAISE MIDSIZE CUSTOM DIAMOND BEZEL 1.1CT. WATCH 2301 -Mint condition -Case size: 25x29mm -Case thickness: 6.6mm -Stainless steel -Movement: Quartz -White dial with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

18 Karat White Gold Ladies Wrist Watch by EBEL, with Diamonds and Lapis Dial
By Ebel
Located in Berlin, DE
18 Karat White Gold Ladies Wrist Watch by EBEL, with Diamonds and Lapis Lazuli Dial The bracelet has been lengthened. Can be shortened at any time if desired. Includes certificate ...
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20th Century German Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Lady Datejust 79173 Steel - 18K Gold Silver Index Diamond Bezel Wat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Preowned Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Has Recently Been Serviced, Polished and Will Be Time Tested Before Shipment. WATCH INFORMATION DIAL (FACE) Rolex Silver Dial with...
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, 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.

Find antique, new and vintage wristwatches on 1stDibs.

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