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Wrist Watches For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: Early 20th Century
Vintage 1960s Piaget Gold Watch with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds on the bezel. Signed by Piaget Circa 1960s 25mm face 6 1/2 inch band Model #9825 A6 Serial #302456
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1960s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava 18 Karat Yellow Gold Reference 3420 Vintage Watch
Located in Baltimore, MD
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18 Karat Yellow Gold Reference 3420 Vintage Watch Circa 1960 Reference: 3420 Serial: 428591 Metal: 18k yellow gold Strap: New Spidel black leather (not origi...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Duoplan Platinum & Diamonds Ladies Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Jaeger-LeCoultre platinum and diamond rectangular 11.8MM By26MM watch. Manual movement. Black dial with Arabic numerals. Diamond bezel. Solid case back. Mixed metal band. Total diamo...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rolex- Rolco 9ct Dress Watch circa 1930's with Original Bamboo Ladder Bracelet
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolco by Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Tank Style / Reference 797 METAL / MATERIAL: 9Ct. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm X Wi...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

1966 Patek Philippe Calatrava IOS Ref. 3562
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1966 Patek Philippe Calatrava IOS Ref. 3562/1 – 18K Yellow Gold – Cal. 23-300 – “Million Dollar Associate” – 1 of 1,500 Pieces This 1966 Patek Philippe Calatrava IOS Ref. 3562/1 is a rare and historically significant timepiece, limited to just 1,500 pieces worldwide. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this exclusive edition features a 33mm case paired with a rare integrated 18K gold bracelet, complete with a signed Patek Philippe clasp...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Antique Small Square Ladies 18-Karat Watch In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex Dial: White dial with yellow gold hands and hour markers Bezel: 18k Yellow Gold Smooth Bezel Case Measurements: Crystal measures 14mm x 14mm while the case is 18mm x 18m...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage 1970s Patek Philippe Gold Watch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a leather face. Signed by Patek Pgilippe Circa 1970s 28mm face Size 7 3/4 inches
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Platinum Vintage Pery Diamond Ladies Watch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: manual wind Function: hours, minutes Case: 15mm platinum, diamond bezel Band: platinum diamond Dial: silver Serial: 099XXX Does not come with box or papers Guaranteed to be...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, Silver

Rolex Cellini Reference 4324
Located in Midhurst, GB
This exceptional Rolex Cellini Reference 4324 epitomizes refined elegance with its distinctive hexagonal 18k yellow gold case and integrated woven bracelet. The standout feature is i...
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1980s European Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

LeCoultre Yellow Gold 1950s Bradley ll "Ships Wheel" Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa mid 1950s LeCoultre Bradley ll Wrist Watch, 32 M.M. 14K Yellow Gold 2 piece case with Flared Lugs and Case Attachments at the Hour Markers. 17 Jewel mechanical, manual wind Nic...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Omega Seamaster Automatic Men's Watch Ref 2846-7SC
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Omega Model: Seamaster Reference Number: 2846-7SC Caliber: 501 Case Size: 33mm Movement: Automatic Material: Yellow Gold Cap & Stainless Steel Size: 7.5 Weight: 31.3 Grams ...
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1950s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Blue Dial 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm ...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Hamilton 6645 Steel US Army Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
The Hamilton 6645 Steel US Army Wrist Watch was first introduced to military personnel during the Vietnam era. The identical watch continued in production until February 1982. This ...
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1980s American Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Vintage Cartier Vendome 18 Karat yellow Gold Model 67080 on Deployment Buckle
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Cartier Model: Vendome 67080 Year: 1970s Material: 18k Yellow Gold Case 18K Yellow Cartier Deployment Buckle Case Measurement: 26mm Strap: Vintage Red Lizard Strap Movement: M...
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Mid-20th Century French Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mercedes Stainless Steel Post WWII Vintage Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In mint condition, enjoy this post WWII Style Mercedes Winder 32mm Men's Wrist Watch. With a pristine linen face, the gold tone hands and matchstick indexes are sleek and easy to rea...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Omega 1945 34mm 14k Yellow Gold Crocodile Band Wristwatch
Located in Towson, MD
This vintage 1945 Omega wristwatch, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold, features a 34mm case and 18mm brown crocodile grain strap, the watch carries the serial number 10492405 and case ...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Omega 30T2RG Chronometre 18k Yellow Gold Hand Wind Men's Watch
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Omega Model: Chronometre Caliber: 30T2RG Case Size: 33mm Movement: Hand Wind Material: 18k Yellow Gold, Leather Size: 7.75" Weight: 38.3 Grams Condition: Good vintage conditio...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Gold 34mm Bark Finish Watch
Located in New York, NY
ROLEX 1950'S VINTAGE GOLD WATCH *Good condition with Rolex box, no papers. -Brand: Rolex -Reference: 1503 -Year: 1954 -Wrist Size: 7" -Material: 18...
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1950s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Hand Wind Men's Watch Ref 2940
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual is a remarkable example of early Rolex craftsmanship, featuring a manually wound movement housed within the iconic stainless steel Oyster case. Th...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Galbee Quartz Steel Wristwatch circa 1985
Located in Princeton, NJ
A vintage, circa 1985, Cartier Santos Galbee quartz wristwatch with the highly desirable ivory dial and navy blue roman numerals. The timepiece features Cartier's signature roman num...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Vintage Rolex Yacht-Master White Dial 18K Yellow Gold Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Pre Owned Vintage Rolex Model Yacht-Master 169628 Serial/Year Pre-Owned Case Diameter 40 mm Dial White Automatic 2235 movement, scratch-resistant sapphire...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Art Deco Wristwatch
Located in New Orleans, LA
A masterpiece of Art Deco design, this Patek Philippe wristwatch showcases the era's signature geometric style with horological precision. The finely crafted platinum case is adorned...
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20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage Piaget Protocole 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hobnail Model 91543
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Piaget Model: Protocole Model 91543 Year: 1970s Material: 18k Yellow Gold and Piaget Strap and 18k Yellow Gold Piaget Buckle Dial: Gold Hobnail Case Measurement: W 24.8mm x H ...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltham Fontomatic Men's Wrist Watch w Date
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In its period and considered modernist style circa late 1950's, this 33mm vintage Waltham Men's Wrist Watch presents a sleek look with a black face,co...
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1960s American Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

IWC Schaffhausen Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Watch Leather Band
By IWC
Located in Westport, CT
An authentic 18K yellow gold IWC (International Watch Company) Schaffhausen watch, circa 1960s. This beautiful watch features an 18K marked yell...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Eska Steel Military Style Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Add this great post-war, Swiss-made Eska Military Style Wrist Watch to your vintage collection. In brushed steel, this 31mm watch has its original mat silver-toned face with Roman nu...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15000 Automatic 1980s All Original RA494
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15000 automatic, c.1987, all original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex sig...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date 36 President Original Diamond Dial Custom Bezel
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Day-Date 36 REFRENCE: 18238 SIZE: 36mm CASE: 18k Yellow Gold DIAL: Champagne with Diamonds (Original) BEZEL: Diamonds (Custom) BAND: President 18k Yellow Gold MOV...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Rolex Submariner Date Yellow Gold Black Dial MINT 16618
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner Date REFRENCE: 16618 SIZE: 40mm CASE: 18k Yellow Gold DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oyster 18k Yellow Gold MOVEMENT: Automatic Very Good condition No...
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Day-Date 36 Original Diamond Dial 18k White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Roles MODEL: Day-Date REFRENCE: 18239 CASE: 18k White Gold DIAL: Silver, Original Diamond Dial BAND: 18k Whire Gold WRIST SIZE: Apx. 7.75 MOVEMENT: Automatic Very Good condit...
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Rolex Day-Date Bark Finish President
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Day-Date 36 REFRENCE: 18078 SIZE: 36mm CASE: 18k Yellow Gold DIAL: Champagne BEZEL: 18k Yellow Gold Bark Finish BAND: President 18k Yellow Gold Bark Finish MOVEME...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust 16030 Silver Dial Stainless Steel Jubilee Band 36mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16030 Serial: 9277*** Year: 1986 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: ...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona Zenith 16518 Yellow Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Daytona REFERENCE: 16518 SIZE: 40mm CASE: 18k Yellow Gold DIAL: Black BEZEL: 18k Yellow Gold BAND: Brown alligator MOVEMENT: Automatic Good condition No box or p...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Submariner (No Date) 14060
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner REFERENCE: 14060 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oystersteel MOVEMENT: Automatic Very Good condition No box or papers ...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date 16610
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner Date REFERENCE: 16610 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oyster Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRIST SIZE: 8.25 Good...
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Silver Dial
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Oyster Perpetual REFRENCE: 15200 SIZE: 34mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Grey BAND: Jubilee Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRTIST SIZE: Apx. 7.75 Very Good c...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36 Custom Arabic Dial and Diamond Bezel
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Datejust REFRENCE: 16030 SIZE: 36mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Arabic, Black BEZEL: Diamonds BAND: Jubilee Stainless Steen MOVEMENT: Automatic Very Good conditi...
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1980s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner (No Date) 1989 Service Card from 2010
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner REFRENCE: 14060 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oyster Steel WRIST SIZE: 8 MOVEMENT: Automatic Good condition, re-poli...
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Bucherer Chronograph Hand Wind Men's Watch Lemania 1280
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Bucherer stainless steel chronograph hand-wind men's watch is a standout piece that blends mid-century Swiss craftsmanship with bold, functional design. Encased in durab...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rare Gruen 416 Swiss Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
We love vintage timepieces and this one of our favorite finds by Gruen Watch. Circa 1940's and in amazing condition, this sharp looking Gruen 416 Swiss Wrist Watch...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

ROLEX Estate 18k Lady Datejust Wristwatch
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous Rolex wristwatch! Crafted in vibrant 18k yellow gold, this Lady-Datejust watch was created in the mid 1980s. The circular face of the watch features twelve gold dashes and...
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1980s Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Submariner Date
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner Date REFERENCE: 16610 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oystersteel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRIST SIZE: 8.25 Good condition,...
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Baignoire 18k Yellow Gold Cartier Dial Factory Diamonds
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Baignoire REFRENCE: 1954 SIZE: 30mm CASE: 18k Yellow Gold DIAL: Champagne Cartier dial BAND: 18k Yellow Gold MOVEMENT: Quartz Rare Cartier dial Factory set dia...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Longines Platinum and Diamond Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Longines watch features bezel set with approximately 4.50 carats of baguette-cut diamonds, full and marquise-cut diamonds, joined to a bracelet set with single-cut diamo...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rolex Sea-Dweller Mint Stainless Steel
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Sea-Dweller REFRENCE: 16600 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black Ceramic BAND: Oyster Steel LINKS: 12 MOVEMENT: Automatic Mint condition, re...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

French 1950s Retro 18 Karat Yellow Gold Women Lip Dauphine Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Woman watch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. The case is round, the beige back with a brushed finish is marked “Lip Dauphine”. The case back is marked Lip and numbered 9...
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1950s French Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Galbée Moon-phase Yellow Gold with Original Receipt
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Santos Galbee Moonphase CASE: 18k Yellow Gold DIAL: White BAND: 18k Yellow Gold WRIST SIZE: Apx. "7 MOVEMENT: Quartz In great shape, not sure about the exact r...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Hamilton Watch Retro Ladies Wristwatch Diamond 14k White Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic Hamilton watch from the Retro era, features diamonds, crafted of 14k white gold. This Hamilton watch features an oval-shaped face with a clean silver tone dial and slim num...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Concord Stainless Steel WWII Era 24 Hour Dial Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy this retro time find, circa mid 1940s. This 29mm Concord Stainless Steel WWII Era Men's Wrist Watch has an interesting 24 Hour Military style dial with illuminated spear hands....
Category

1940s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Pasha Alarm Moonphase Wristwatch 18k Gold c. 1987
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Cartier Pasha Alarm Moonphase watch, reference # 30011. Designed by Gérald Genta. Crafted from 18k yellow gold, the 38mm case is secured with a screw-down back fastened by nine sc...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS 1970s Automatic Vintage RA389B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's 18k white gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Datejust ref.1601 automatic, c.1978, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. G...
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rare Men's and Ladies Hublot Sapphire Ruby Diamond 18k Gold Wristwatches
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Men's Hublot Wristwatch with Sapphire Bezel and Indexes Ref. 1522.3.081 Serial 282623 features a 37 mm x 44mm 18k yellow gold case, with a pave set d...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Omega Geneve ladies' wristwatch with a black leather strap. 1970s.
Located in bronshoj, DK
Omega Geneve ladies' wristwatch with a black leather strap. 1970s. In good condition with signs of use. The watch runs for a short time and requires servicing. Dial: 25 mm.
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Limited Edition Hublot Unisex MDM Skeleton 18k Yellow Gold Watch Ref. 1512.3
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Hublot Unisex MDM Skeleton 18k Watch Ref. 1512.3 Serial # 250419 008/100. Skeleton movement framed with a Roman numeral chapter ring. This limited edition piece is a must have for any Hublot collector as this was a very limited watch #8/100. It has a black rubber strap with a 18k deployant clasp. (THE BAND BROKE AND MUST BE REPLACED - I've reduced the price by $300 for the new band at Hublot) Case is solid 18k yellow gold with intricate engravings on the skeletonized dial marked mdm geneve...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Bark President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 18248
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Bark President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 18248 - Automatic winding; Double quick-set; sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with original barked bezel ( 36 mm ). Champagne...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex 9Ct, Ladies Hand Made Watch from 1915
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign Style / Wire Lugs METAL / MATERIAL: 9Ct. Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1915 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 28mm X Diameter 25mm ...
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Retro Rose Gold, Diamond, and Ruby Manual Watch
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Lente 14 karat rose gold hidden watch featuring 17 jewel manual wind movement accented by 18 round rubies totaling approximately 1.00 carat, and 9 single cut diamonds of SI2/I1 clari...
Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose 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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