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Urwerk UR-210Y Black Hawk Limited Edition Wristwatch
By Urwerk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Urwerk UR-210Y "Black Hawk" wristwatch, featuring the self-winding Calibre UR-7.10 movement with a 39-hour power reserve; black dial with hours, minutes & markers painted in Super-Lu...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Titanium

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

Omega Yellow 14k Gold Unisex Mid-Century Mesh Dress Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1960's unisex Omega wrist watch. Stylish mid-century 14k yellow gold round bezel dress wristwatch complimented by a beautiful 7.25 inch mesh band which matches the dial. Clas...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Corum Golden Bridge Stream Skeleton Limited Edition 18K Rose Gold watch
Located in New York, NY
Corum Golden Bridge Stream Skeleton Limited Edition 18K Rose Gold watch For more details leave us a message Model                   Golden Bridge Reference Number B 313/03296 Gend...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Midsize 31mm 178274 Factory MOP Diamond Dial 18K Gold Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 178274 Serial: D544*** Year: 2005 Model: Rolex Datejust Midsize Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Jubilee Bezel: 18K White Go...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel

Omega Cosmic Triple Date Moon, Ref 2471, day date moonphase, Collectors
Located in Antwerp, BE
Omega Cosmic Triple Date Moon Reference 2471-3 , Extremely rare & collectors from the 1950 s. Movement: Manual winding caliber 381 Case: Stainless steel...
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster 231.10.30.61.02.001 LADIES
Located in London, GB
Seamaster 231.10.30.61.02.001Seamaster 231.10.30.61.02.001 - Image 2Seamaster 231.10.30.61.02.001 - Image 3Seamaster 231.10.30.61.02.001 - Image 4Seamaster 231.10.30.61.02.001 - Imag...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Wrist Watches

Rolex 16013 Datejust 36mm Purple Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16013 Serial: 8982*** Year: 1986 Model: Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Custom Purple D...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 18-kt Gold and Diamond Franck Muller Master of Complications Watch
Located in New York, NY
Presenting the rare and exquisite Vintage 18-kt Gold and Diamond Franck Muller Master of Complications Watch. This exceptional timepiece features a...
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Early 2000s European Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Men's Vintage US Gold Coin Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
US dollar gold watch. Unique Eska 17 jewel manual wind wristwatch. The case is a US $20 dollar 1898 gold coin that opens via a side button which opens the front and reveals the Eska watch...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Steel Air King with a Custom Diamond Dial, Early 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 3...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Bulgari 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tubogas Serpenti Bracelet Watch
Located in Milano, IT
This iconic Bulgari Tubogas ladies’ watch is a true masterpiece of elegance and sophistication. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, it features th...
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1970s Italian Vintage 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

Piaget 8326A6 18K Yellow Gold Onyx Dial & Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Piaget watch featuring an oval onyx dial set within a surround of round brilliant-cut white diamonds. Crafted in 18k gold. Quartz movement. Made in Switzerland, 1980. Fits a 5.25-inc...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Mens Rolex Ref 6694 Oysterdate Precision 34mm Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RJC187G
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1960s. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed black dial, applied indice ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Baignoire W15133L2 18K white Ladies Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Baignoire 1955 Ladies Watch. 22mm by 30mm 18k white gold case non bezel. Ivory dial with blue hands and roman numeral hour markers. 18K white gold bracelet with hidden Butter...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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

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 Tanagra 16033M401D Diamond Bezel 18k Yellow Gold Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Piaget Tanagra 16033M401D Ladies Watch. This elegant timepiece features a 25mm case made of 18k yellow gold. It includes a stationary yellow gold bezel with factory-set diamonds. The...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roman Dial Automatic Men's Watch 116200
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned good condition. Comes with an original box and papers.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Tag Heuer Aquaracer Ladies Wristwatch WBD1411 Stainless Quartz 1 Yr Warranty
Located in Greensboro, NC
Retail Price: $1950 Brand: Tag Heuer Model: Aquaracer Model Number: WBD1411 Movement: Quartz Number of Jewels: 5 Warranty: One Year Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: White Metal Co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Two Tone Datejust With Rare, Original Navy Blue Dial circa
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 16000 METAL / MATERIAL: Two Tone Steel and 18Kt. Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1978 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm X...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Mixed Metal, Stainless Steel

Omega 9k Yellow Gold Watch Manual Wind Vintage Watch
Located in Houston, TX
A delicate and timeless piece of history, this Omega watch is polished, fully serviced, and ready to wear! Its elegant design and fine craftsmanship make it a perfect addition to any...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies DateJust 31mm Stainless Steel Jubilee Bracelet White Dial 178274
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Classic, elegant, and unmistakably Rolex — this Rolex Ladies Datejust 31mm (Ref. 178274) is a refined timepiece that embodies timeless sophistication. Crafted from stainless steel an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Longines Flagship S/Steel Vintage c1970's Swiss Manual 34mm Gents' Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Timepieces by Longines have been long admired for their functionality, desirability & power This particular example is a Longines Flagship – an elegant gents' watch, dating from c...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Lady Datejust 26mm 18K White Gold Steel Black Dial Ladies Watch 179174
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Excellent condition. Comes with the original box and papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model Number: 179174 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Department: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

French 1960s 18 Karat Rose Gold Zenith Women Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Watch in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. The case is rectangular in shape in brushed gold, the light gray background marked Zenith, the back is numbered 150762. The bracelet...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Yellow Diamond 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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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Corum US Twenty Dollar Coin Yellow Gold Men's Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Mens Corum 18k yellow gold US Twenty dollar 1904 coin watch. Inside of this timepiece holds a fully serviced and warrantied 18-jewel manual wind movement that keeps precise and accur...
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A. Lange & Sohne Langematik 38.5mm Perpetual Platinum Gray Dial Watch 310.025E
Located in New York, NY
A Rare Collectible: A. Lange & Söhne Platinum Perpetual Calendar Discover one of the most exclusive timepieces on the market—an exceptional A. Lange & Söhne Perpetual Calendar in pla...
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Cartier Panthere Midsize 3 Row Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Midsize Ladies Watch. 27mm Stainless Steel case with 18K yellow gold smooth bezel. Off-White dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. Minute ...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Marina J. Vintage Platinum & Diamond Watch with Blue Sapphire & Pearls
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful One of A Kind piece by Marina J. A vintage working manual Diamond studded French Platinum watch is reworked into a gorgeous Pearl and Sapphire bracelet...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Pla...

Cartier Santos Demoiselle Midsize 26mm Ivory Silver Dial W25065Z5
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Santos Demoiselle Midsize (ref. W25065Z5) is a refined timepiece that exemplifies Cartier's commitment to blending classic design with luxurious craftsmanship. Crafted fr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 Mens 36mm 18k SS 1980s Automatic RA523 Vintage
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

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

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

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

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

Mens Rolex Ref 1503 Oyster Perpetual Date 18k Solid Gold Automatic 1960s RJC156
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref.1503 solid 18k gold automatic, c.1960s. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold dial, applied gol...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Omega Turler Watch, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful Omega Turler watch dates to the 1950s. The 18 carat yellow gold case is 36mm in diameter and contains a manual winding cal.283 movement. Ch...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Bucherer 33mm Manual Wind 18K Gold On Leather Watch Ref 50030
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage classic 33mm Bucherer reference 50030, 17 jewels, watch featuring a manual wind movement and 18K yellow gold case. Comes with a brown genuine leather lizard strap. Swiss Ma...
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20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Steel Custom Diamond Pink MOP Dial Ladies Automatic Watch 69174
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Custom Diamond Bezel and Pink Mother of Pearl dial.
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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

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

Rolex GMT-Master II Steel Pepsi Bezel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126710BLRO
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. New stlyle card. Comes with an original box and papers. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can ...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens Diamond MOP Dial Automatic 1980s RA552B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A dazzling iconic classic, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual 16013 Datejust diamond set mother of pearl dial automatic, c.1986, in excellent working condition...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Zenith Lady's Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Watch in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. The case is square with rounded corners, with a golden bottom marked Zenith Swiss made. The bracelet is in satin-finished yellow gold on the front. The clasp is a scale with security. Mechanical movement with manual winding. Fully checked, verified and cleaned by our workshop. Length : 16 cm approximately, Width of the dial : 16,8 mm, height : 16,8 mm. Total weight of the jewel : 30.8 g approximately. Authentic retroe watch - Work of the 1960s. Our opinion: A very sober and elegant gold watch for women...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jacquet Droz Grande Seconde Quantieme J007020350 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
Jacquet Droz Grande Seconde Quantieme J007020350 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 140834 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Jacquet Droz Model: Grande Seconde Quantieme Country of Origin: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

2022 Vacheron Constantin éGérie 8005F 37MM Moonphase Diamond 18K Rose Gold Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Vacheron Constantin Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Rose Gold Diameter: 37.00 mm Weight: 71.26 grams 18K Rose Gold diamond VACHERON CONSTANTIN Swiss made watch with origin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Omega Constellation 168.029 Day Date
Located in London, GB
This Omega Constellation, an elegant timepiece that would be a justified addition to any collection. This Omega Constellation Day Date 168.029 is a fine example of a 70’s Omega. Oper...
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1970s European Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel O.P Date With Custom Made M.O.P Dial and Diamond Bezel 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

Materials

Stainless Steel

Chanel J12 Black Ceramic Chronograph Men's Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Chanel J12 Mens Watch. 41mm ceramic case. Ceramic bezel & Black dial with white luminous hands and Arabic numeral hour markers. The date is displayed between 4 & 5 o'clock position. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 168628 Yacht Master Midsize 35mm 18K Yellow Gold Rolex Box
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 168628 Serial: P550*** Year: 2000 Model: Yacht Master Midsize Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold D...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Art Deco 1940 Brooch Wristwatch 18Kt Gold Gia Certified 9.87 Ctw Diamonds Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
Art-Deco convertible jeweled Brooch-Wristwatch. An unusual historical piece from the American art deco period, created between the 30's and 40's. Was designed in the shape of a corn...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King with Custom Green Dial And Diamond Bezel
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 42mm X Diamete...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Lady's Omega 14K Yellow Solid Gold Mechanical Watch Factory Marked Case 8 inch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lady's Omega 14K Yellow Gold Mechanical Watch Factory Marked Case 8 inch long Wrist Length 8 inch Case 18 mm by 20 mm Bracelet starting at 13 mm on top and 8 mm next to lock Markin...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

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

Gruen Steel & Gold Art Deco Watch circa 1930's with Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Steel & Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Width 22mm MOVEME...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref 2449 Yellow Gold Manual wind Vintage Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950-1955 Patek Philippe Calatrava Reference 2449 Wrist Watch, 35 M.M. diameter x 9 M.M. thick 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, 18 Jewel Caliber 12-120 PS Mechanical, manual wind...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

NEW Rolex Datejust 41mm Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Motif Dial Watch 126333 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

Vintage 1950s Movado Watch. 18610 Movado Mechanical Windup Movement
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
RARE Movado Mens Watch. Ref. 18610 Stainless Steel Case. 17j Movado watch. 30mm Case with Stainless Steel Band/bracelet Beautiful Watch. Mechanical. Works and keeps time. Condi...
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1950s 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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