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Wrist Watches For Sale
Rolex Day-Date President 18238 Double Quick 18k Yellow Gold & Champagne Dial 36m
By Rolex
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this 1991 Rolex Day-Date President 18238. This stunning classic unisex watch features the Rolex automatic double quick set movement, Rolex 36mm 18k yellow gol...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jaeger LeCoultre 18k Yellow Gold Triple Calendar Moonphase
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre Triple Calendar Moonphase men’s wristwatch, crafted from 18k yellow gold and powered by a manual wind movement.
Its elegant silver dial features ...
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Franck Muller Conquistador Cortez 45mm, Ref 10000 CC King Full Pavé Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Franck Muller Conquistador Cortez Ref 1000 CC King Full Pavé Diamonds
Movement : Mechanical Automatic Franck Muller Caliber, Self winding with Platinum Winding Rotor.
Size : 45 mm ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800/1J-001 Yellow Gold White Dial (2000)
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800/1J-001 is a timeless piece of horological history, featuring a 37.5mm case crafted in 18k yellow gold. This mid-size version...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 34mm 7200r
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe Calatrava in 18k yellow gold on an crocodile strap with tang buckle. Automatic movement under glass. 34 mm case size. Ref 7200r. Fine Pre-owned Patek Philippe Watch.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Movado 14.00 Carat Diamond Watch
By Movado
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Round Brilliant and Baguette cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 14.00 carats.
Signed by Movado
Circa 1950s
Size 7 inches
Category
1950s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
New 2024 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 124300 Steel Silver Dial Oyster Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with an original box and papers. 5-year Rolex warranty.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu W2BB0030 Ref 4372 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Box Paper 2021
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: W2BB0030 / Ref 4372
Year: 2021
Model: Ballon Bleu
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Face: Sapphire Crysta...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust 26mm Stainless Steel & Yellow Gold 179173
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A ladies stainless steel and yellow gold 26mm Datejust by Rolex. Featuring a black dial and a yellow gold fluted bezel. Fitted with sapphire crystal and a self-winding automatic move...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IWC Portugieser 18k White Gold Chronograph Wristwatch with rare Panda Dial
By IWC
Located in New York City, NY
The Essence of Luxury Timekeeping: IWC Portugieser Chronograph 18k White Gold Panda Dial
Experience the pinnacle of watchmaking with the IWC Portugieser Chronograph 18k White Gold w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Rare Bulgari 18 Karat Gold Tubogas Serpenti bracelet watch 1970's Movado
By Bulgari
Located in Milano, IT
Rare Bulgari Tubogas lady's snake bracelet watch in 18k yellow and blackened gold.
This Manual winding watch has unusual and rare squarish head and pristine grey dial.
An iconic ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with A Custom Finished Mint Green Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1500's
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm x Di...
Category
1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
New Rolex Datejust 126300 Jubilee Steel Blue Roman Dial Automatic Watch B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with an original box and papers. 5-year Rolex warranty.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Baignoire Mini WGBA0019 Rose Gold Quartz (2024)
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Cartier Baignoire is crafted in a rose gold case and matching bracelet. The silvered dial hosts the blue sword hands and Roman numeral hour markers, clas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Vintage Hamilton Gold-Filled Tonneau Watch with Black Leather Band
By Hamilton
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Case # H857441.
Manual movement # 987A0421050.
Weight: 26.5 grams.
Does not include original box or papers.
This watch is guaranteed authentic.
One year warranty included with purcha...
Category
20th Century American Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Rolex Day-Date 128238 Yellow Gold Green Ombré Diamond Dial (2024)
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Rolex Day-Date 128238 is an exquisite example of Rolex’s dedication to artistry and luxury. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this 36mm masterpiece is both ele...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Amazing Cartier Tank Française Automatic Wrist watch in silver
By Cartier
Located in Paris, IDF
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Française
Reference: 2302
Dial: Silver guilloché
Date: Yes, at 6:00
Calibre: Cartier automatic mechanical
Case: Steel
Dimensions:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wrist Watches
1938 lady's Rolex 9K Yellow Gold Mechanical Watch Factory Marked Case & Works
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1938 lady's Rolex 9K Yellow Gold Watch Mechanical Watch
Wrist Length 6.25 inch
Marking "Rolex" ,"9c" , "110266", "Worlds---" , "Jessica"
Cond...
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vacheron Constantin 18Kt Solid White Gold with a Diamond Bezel
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron Constantin
STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 6898
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid White Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 24mm
MO...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus 7118/1200A-010 Stainless Steel Silver Dial Diamond Bezel
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Patek Philippe Nautilus 7118/1200A-010 is an elegant expression of feminine sophistication within the iconic Nautilus collection. Crafted from stainless ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
BVLGARI Tubogas BB191T 3 Row Tri-Color Quartz
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the BVLGARI Tubogas BB191T is a sophisticated and timeless timepiece that showcases BVLGARI’s iconic design language. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, rose gold, ...
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Milgauss Steel Green Sapphire Z-Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116400GV
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
2022 card. Pre-owned excellent condition. Original box and papers.
* Free shipping available across the nation
* 5-year warranty protection
* 14-day returns, complete with a full ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Chronographe Swisse Vintage Chronograph, Made in 18k Rose Gold, circa 1950s
By Chronoswiss
Located in Santa Monica, CA
"Chronographe Swisse" Vintage Chronograph Watch. The watch was made in the 1940-1950's, and is made in 18K Rose gold. This watch is 100% ...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Automatic 1970s RA526B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.16013 automatic, c.1979, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchma...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Bvlgari Parentesi BJ-01 Sterile Dial 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
Bvlgari's Parentesi came out in 1982 as an entire series of jewelry, including a ring, a necklace, and a wristwatch. Bvlgari has been getting a lot of excitement from watch and jewelry collectors lately. Accompanied by a Bvlgari Box Artist: Bvlgari CIRCA: 2000s Model: BJ-01 Case Number: G27139 Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds Case Dimensions: 20mm in Diameter Dial: Champagne Sterile Dial Bracelet Material: 18K Gold with Diamonds Max. Bracelet Size: 6 Inches Movement: Time Only,
Details:
Brand: Bulgari
Model: BJ-01
Stamped Hallmarks: Bvlgari BJ...
Category
1990s American Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18 kt Gold Boucheron Quartz Wrist Watch
By Boucheron
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt. Gold Boucheron Wrist Watch
Movement: Quartz
Case: 18 kt. yellow gold case, measurements 26 mm x 26 mm x 5.4 mm, with
Dial: Black
Category
20th Century French Artisan Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold
Omega Cocktail Gold Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Geneva, CH
Omega Cocktail Gold 14K Wristwatch.
Leather stap.
Circa 1950.
Total length: approx. 15.50 centimeters.
Dimensions case: approx. 2.70 centimeters x 1.30 centimeters.
Total weight: 10...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex Sky Dweller 326138 Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Leather Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 326138
Serial: S868W***
Year: 2014
Model: Sky Dweller
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Band: Black Leather
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: Champagne Diamond Dial -...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Audemars Piguet 1970s Yellow Gold Tank Mechanical mid size Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Cartier classic Tank Wrist Watch, 20 x 20 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, Sapphire crown. 20 Jewel, Audemars Piguet Manual wind...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 2017 Ladies 18k Steel Datejust with rare Concentric Dial
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2017 Rolx Ladies Ref 179163 Wrist Watch, 26 M.M. 2 piece water resistant stainless steel case with 18k Yellow Gold Bezel and Yellow Gold Crown, 29 Jewel Automatic, Self winding...
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel
Cartier Pasha 18k Yellow Gold 2399 Automatic 32mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Providence, RI
As one of Cartier’s most iconic models, this excellent timepiece is a must have. Made from only the best materials, sporting a round case crafted in solid 18k yellow gold in addition...
Category
20th Century French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti 102728 Ladies Rose Gold Black Dial (2021)
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
The Bvlgari Serpenti 102728 is an exquisite symbol of elegance and feminine sophistication, crafted in luxurious 18k rose gold. Inspired by the iconic serpent motif, this timepiece e...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Vintage Omega 18k Solid White Gold Ladies Mesh Band Watch 76309 - 23.4g
By Omega
Located in Providence, RI
Elevate your ensemble with this vintage petite Omega time piece. Crafted in 18k solid white gold, this beautiful ladies watch features a mesh like bracelet. The bracelet is designed ...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex DateJust President Bracelet 26mm 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
18K White Gold Ladies Rolex DateJust President With Factory Round Diamond Hour Markers With Original Rolex Box And Card.
Brand: Rolex
Model Name: Rolex President DateJust Ladies 18...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra VCARO40S00 Vintage Mother of Pearl Watch
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers a vintage gem with this Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra VCARO40S00 Vintage timepiece crafted in 18k white gold and mother of pearl. The mother of pearl dial is s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6084 14k Gold 34mm Semi Bubble Automatic 1950s NA133
By Rolex
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...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Cartier Two-Tones Santos Date Quartz Galbee Quartz 1566, 1990-2000's
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Cartier
Model: Santos Galbée 1566
Year: 1990-2000’s
Serial Number: 45xxxxxx
Reference: C04?
Case: Large 29 x 41mm Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Case; Show sign of wear w...
Category
1990s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Universal Geneve Vintage Tri-Compax Calendar Rose Gold 12268
Located in London, GB
A 36mm rose gold vintage Universal Geneve Tri-Compax Calendar. Featuring a silver dial with displays of the date, day, month and moon phase. T...
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Louis Vuitton Tambour Lovely Cup Chronograph Watch
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Tambour Lovely Cup Chronograph Watch
Mother of pearl watch face set in a stainless steel case.
Date display, chronograph dials, LV motif dial.
Outer case is engrave...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex 6694 Oysterdate Precision Manual Wind 1960s Vintage Classic RJC198T
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref.6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1967. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applied indice h...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage LeCoultre 32MM 14K Yellow Gold Silver Dial Manual Wind Watch 733528
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned vintage watch. Aftermarket band and buckle. Free polishing upon request. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accurac...
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus 7118/1300R-001 'Ladies' Rose Gold (2023)
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Patek Philippe Ladies Nautilus 7118/1300R-001, a stunning jewelry rendition that seamlessly blends rose gold with the captivating allure of spessartite garnet gemston...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Garnet, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Gondolo 25mm 5009
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe Gondolo in 18k yellow gold on Italian made crocodile strap with PP 18k tang buckle. 215 Calibre. Manual w/ subseconds. 25 mm case size. Ref 5009. Fine Pre-owned Patek ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Santos De Cartier WHSA0007 Stainless Steel Skeleton Dial Box & Papers
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Santos De Cartier WHSA0007 Men's watch. 40MM stainless still case size with stainless still bezel. Skeleton dial with a stainless steel bracelet, fold-over clasp, and hidden...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Harry Winston Avenue C Diamond 310LQG
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Harry Winston Avenue C Diamond 310LQG is a stunning example of haute horology and fine jewelry craftsmanship. Craft...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Ebel 1911 Ref 8187241 Solid 18k Yellow Gold Swiss Made Quartz 37mm Watch
By Ebel
Located in Providence, RI
Elevate your style with the Ebel 1911 Ref: 8187241 Swiss made wristwatch. This luxury timepiece boasts a solid 18k yellow gold case with a polished finish and a white dial featuring ...
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2023 Rolex 126334 Datejust 41 Mint Green Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126334
Serial: 3E617***
Year: 2023
Model: Datejust 41
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel
...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
ViNTAGE CITIZEN ECO DRIVE LADIES WRIST WATCH IN THE ORIGINAL BOX WR 50 MODEL
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this vintage Citizen Eco Drive Ladies Wrist watch in the original box WR 50 model
These are very cool colle...
Category
20th Century Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage 18k White Gold Patek Philippe Reference 3491 Diamond Watch - 81.0g
Located in Providence, RI
Absolutely stunning, this vintage Patek Philippe Diamond Watch, Reference 3491, is a perfect timepiece for any watch collection. Crafted i...
Category
20th Century Unknown Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Omega Classic 13mm 8007
By Omega
Located in Surfside, FL
Art Deco cocktail Omega classic watch in platinum on a spidel stainless steel bracelet 13 mm case size. Ref 8007. Circa 1940s. Fine Pre-owned Omega Watch...
Category
1940s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Platinum
Rolex Ladies Datejust 179174 Stainless Jubilee Band Diamonds & Mother of Pearl
By Rolex
Located in Providence, RI
With a blend of luxury and functionality, this Rolex Datejust is a timeless wristwatch. The exquisite white mother of pearl dial features diamond hour markers and the Rolex crown as ...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex 1952-1961 Oyster 34 Perpetual Reference 1003 Two Tone Jubilee Band
By Rolex
Located in Providence, RI
This iconic two tone Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch blends luxury and functionality into a classic formal wrist watch. The exquisite dial features 14k yel...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 Automatic 1970s w Rolex Pouch RA190T
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref.1500 automatic, c.1972, with Rolex pouch. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, unique Rolex signed smoke silve...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Cartier Rotonde Large Date Retrograde Dual Time Day Night Box Papers W1556368
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Rotonde de Cartier, reference W1556368, is a sophisticated timepiece that combines classic design with practical complications. Housed in a 42mm stainless steel case, it ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Omega Geneve Seamaster Yellow Gold Watch, Vintage
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Omega
Model: Seamaster
Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Case Size: 38 mm
Dial Color: Gold/Champagne
Bracelet: 18k Yellow Gold
Includes: Brilliance Jewels Packaging
Total Item We...
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Yellow 14k Gold Unisex Mid-Century Mesh Dress Wristwatch
By Omega
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos 100 Jumbo 18K and Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Santos 100, Reference 2656 Wrist Watch, 36 X 39 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece Water resistant case with 18k Yellow Gold Bezel, sapphire set crown, Automatic, Self W...
Category
2010s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel
Rolex GMT-Master 1675 Gloss Brown Nipple Dial 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex GMT-Master 1675 Mens Watch. 40mm 18K yellow gold case. Unidirectional rotating 18K yellow gold bezel with brown bezel insert; it has scratches and sing of wear. Gloss root beer...
Category
1970s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
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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