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Wrist Watches For Sale
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Period: 1970s
Tiffany & Company Atlas White Gold and Diamond Mid size Wrist watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2020 Tiffany & Company Atlas collection Wrist Watch, model T0172, 18k White Gold 30 M.M 3 piece water resistant case also measuring 7 M.M thick, Diamond set Crown and Diamond P...
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2010s American Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Santos Dumont Large 18K Rose Gold Gray Dial Mens Watch W2006951
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Case size 44.5mm x 34.9mm Signs of wear on the inner side of the leather strap. No original box and papers. Comes with chronostore box. General Information: Brand: Cartie...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Breitling Transocean Chronograph AB0510 46MM Stainless Steel Men’s Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Breitling  Gender: Men Metal Type: Stainless Steel  Weight: 190.00 grams Men's stainless steel BREITLING Swiss-made watch. The metal was tested and determined to be stainl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu 18K Rose Gold Ladies Midsize Watch WE9005Z3 3003
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu 18K Rose Gold Ladies Midsize Watch WE9005Z3 3003 - Automatic winding. 18k rose gold case with 2-row factory diamond bezel (36mm diameter). Silver guilloche dial w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

9ct Yellow Gold Mens Watch with Leather Strap
Located in London, GB
A classic 9ct yellow gold men's watch, paired with a sleek leather strap. The warm gold case complements the luxurious leather, creating a refined and timeless accessory. Perfect f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

2024 Rolex Datejust 126233 36mm Champagne Dial 18K Gold Steel Box Papers
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126233 Year: 2024 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: C...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Custom Candy Apple Red Dial 1970s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: 1970's DIMENSIONS: 39mm X 35mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetu...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31MM White Gold Steel Blue Dial Ladies Watch 177200
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. Box and papers. Rolex Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch (Model: 177200) General Information Brand: Rolex Model: 177200 Model Number: 177200 Type: Wristwatch De...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu Ref 3003 18K Rose Gold 36mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 3003 Model: Cartier Ballon Bleu Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: 18K Rose Gold Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Silver Dial Face: Sapphire Cr...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos Lady steel and gold Ref: 0902
Located in Berlin, BE
Elegant Cartier Santos Lady in the classic 24mm size, crafted from steel and gold. This timepiece dates back to 1987 and bears the reference 0902. A special highlight is the rare Gho...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Mens Watch 114300
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy. No original box and papers. Comes with chronostore bo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breguet Marine Chronograph 42mm 18K Rose Gold Box Set 5827BR/Z2/5ZU
Located in New York, NY
Breguet Marine 2 Chronograph 5827BR/Z2/5ZU, featuring a luxurious 42mm 18k rose gold case and a distinctive black rhodium guilloché dial. The dial is elegantly accented with applied ...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Patek Philippe Chronograph 5170G-001 manual-wind -39.5mm Circa 2017 Full Set
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Patek Philippe Chronograph 5170G-001 manual-wind watch,The watch measures 39.5mm in diameter and is made in 18 karat White gold case with see through back, The dial is Opaline Silve...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Datejust 116234 36mm Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Stainless Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116234 Year: 2010 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel Dial: Origi...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Cartier Cougar 18K Yellow Gold – Ref. 887904
Located in Berlin, BE
Cartier Cougar 18K Yellow Gold – Ref. 887904 Elegant Cartier Cougar in 18K yellow gold, featuring a precise quartz movement. Reference 887904. A timeless and sophisticated design th...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Breitling Super Avenger 48MM V13375 Blue Night Mission Titanium Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Breitling  Gender: Men's Metal Type: Titanium Diameter: 48.00 mm Weight: 158.16 grams Men's Titanium BREITLING Swiss made watch. The metal was tested and determined to be...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Titanium

Rolex Day Date President 1803 Buckley Dial 18K Yellow Gold Leather Strap
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1803 Serial: 3841*** Year: 1974 Model: Rolex Day Date Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: Custom Leather Band Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: ...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 41 126334 Rhodium Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126334 Serial: 4M990*** Year: 2021 Model: Rolex Datejust 41 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel Dial: Rho...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 44mm Ref 11660 Watch With Box and Papers
Located in Miami, FL
A Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 116660, featuring a bold 44mm stainless steel case and an ultra-thick 17.7mm profile, engineered for extreme underwater performance. Complete with the ori...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Woman's Datejust Pearlmaster Wristwatch
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Rolex Pearlmaster that is as stylish as it is beautiful! Style 80318, the mother-of-pearl dial, 12 diamond bezel, Pearlmaster bracelet with aftermarket diamonds, synthetic sapphire...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 31 Sundust Pink Diamond Dial Two Tone Rose Gold Watch
Located in London, England
Rolex Datejust 31 Sundust Pink Diamond Dial Two Tone Rose Gold Fluted Bezel Jubilee watch. 10 Diamonds Set on Dial, Solid 18k Everose Gold Fluted Bezel. With original box authentici...
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2010s European Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 116234 Factory Jubilee Diamond Dial Stainless Steel 18K Gold 36mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116234 Serial: M081*** Year: 2007 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 18K White Gold Steel Blue Dial Automatic Men's Watch 116234
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. excellent condition. Roulette Date Wheel. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy. General Information: Brand...
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust Midsize Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel Steel Watch 178384
Located in Aventura, FL
This Rolex Datejust 178384 Mother of Peal has a fixed bezel covered with glittering diamonds. The Rolex watch has a white Mother of Pearl dial which tells time brilliantly-cut diamon...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Breitling Chronomat A13048 Stainless Steel UTC Bracelet 39mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: A13048 Model: Breitling Chronomat Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel with Rare UTC Module Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Black Di...
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Galbée 29mm Ref. 2319
Located in Berlin, BE
The Cartier Santos Galbée 29mm Ref. 2319 is a timeless and elegant wristwatch, crafted from stainless steel and 18k gold. Featuring an automatic movement, this classic timepiece embo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Pasha C Ref 1035 White Dial 18K Yellow Gold 35mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1035 Model: Cartier Pasha C Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: White Dial Face: Sapphire Cry...
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

2022 Rolex 126334 Datejust 41 Black Diamond Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126334 Serial: 78K04*** Year: 2022 Model: Datejust 41 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel Dial: Original Fac...
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier La Dona 195g 18K White Gold Diamond Bezel Large Size Watch WE60019G B&P
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier La Dona Large Lady Watch (reference WE60019G) in 18K white gold with a factory diamond bezel is an exceptional example of Cartier’s signature luxury and innovative design...
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Breitling Chronomat UB0134 42 Anthracite Dial Stainless 18K Rose Gold Box Papers
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: UB0134 Model: Breitling Chronomat Year: 2021 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Gray ...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Calatrava 36mm 18K Rose Gold Mens Hand Wind Watch 5119R-001
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. The band has visible signs of wear. The watch band is cracked from the inside parts due to its usage. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water res...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Rose Gold Tank LC Watch, Pre-Owned, Men's or Unisex, circa 2018-2023
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Cartier Rose Gold Tank Louis Cartier watch; Ref. 3816. This is a classic men's Rose Gold watch. The watch is fitted with a 17-jewel manual wind Cartier mechanical movement. The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Home Paris Chiffre Rouge Watch
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior Home Paris Chiffre Rouge 38mm Fully Serviced and in Full Working Condition with Diamonds set bezel 0.20ct F colour/ VS Purity. Additional Information: Total Weight: ...
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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Serpenti Spiga 18k Rose Gold Diamond 35mm Quartz Ladies Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Bvlgari Collection: Spiga Movement: Quartz Case Material: 18k Rose Gold, White Ceramic Bracelet Material: 18k Rose Gold, White Ceramic, Diamonds Dial Color: White Bezel: Diamo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Chopard Happy Sport Floating Diamond & Diamond Bezel Purple Leather Strap Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard Happy Sport watch in 18K white gold featuring seven floating bezel-set diamonds on a white dial and a brilliant diamond-set bezel. Powered by a quartz movement and finished w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Pasha de Cartier 1050 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Pasha de Cartier 1050 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 134145 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Cartier Model: Pasha de Cartier Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Quart...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex 31mm Datejust Watch
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-Owned Rolex 31mm Datejust Automatic Watch Crafted in Stainless Steel with Polished Bezel, Acrylic Crystal, White Roman Dial, and Oyster Bracelet. Model ...
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch 6916
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Lady-Datejust Oyster Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 6916. Automatic self-winding movement. 18K yellow gold oyster case 26.0 mm in diameter. Rolex logo on the crown. Diam...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Omega Dynamic Geneve 135.033
Located in London, GB
The Omega Dynamic Geneve screams 60’s /70’s and is a fine example of the classic design by Omega. This Omega Dynamic Geneve 135.033 is a wonderfu...
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1970s European Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Ladies Datejust 79174 Silver Roman Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 79174 Serial: P894*** Year: 2001 Model: Rolex Ladies Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision 5500 Air King 34m Automatic 1970s All Original RA477
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's all-stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Precision Ref.5500 "Air King" automatic, c.1971, all original, in e...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

2024 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 126000 36mm Black Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126000 Year: 2024 Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Black ...
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Jaeger Lecoultre Ultra Thin Reserve De Marche Steel Blue Dial Watch Q1378480
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Excellent condition. The strap is new. Comes with the manufacturer's papers dated 2018. No box. General Information: Brand: Jaeger-LeCoultre Model: Jaeger-LeCoultre Ultra...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Submariner 16613 Two-Tone Gold & Steel Blue Dial Automatic Men's Watch
Located in Westport, CT
An authentic Rolex Submariner 16613, a luxurious and durable timepiece that seamlessly blends functionality with style. This gold and stainless steel men’s watch comes with its original box, making it an excellent choice for collectors and enthusiasts. It features a striking Rolex midnight-blue index dial with a date indicator at 3 o’clock, a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, and a date magnification cyclops for easy readability. The watch is equipped with a yellow gold rotatable bezel and a graduated sixty-minute blue enamel bezel, adding to its refined design. Designed for both reliability and comfort, this Submariner showcases a Rolex two-tone yellow gold and stainless steel oyster bracelet with an extendable flip-lock deployment clasp for a secure and adjustable fit. Whether worn for daily use or as part of a collection, this Rolex Submariner 16613 is a statement of precision and craftsmanship. Polishing is available upon request. Reference Number: "16613", made in ~2008. Case Dimensions: - Lug-To-Lug: 50 mm - Diameter(W/Crown): 46 mm - Diamter(W/O Crown): 40 mm - Case Height: 13 mm - Lug Width: 26 mm Rolex Submariner Yellow Gold Steel Blue Watch & Box Keywords: Rolex Submariner 16613, Rolex gold steel watch, Rolex blue dial, men's luxury watch, Rolex dive watch...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

de GRISOGONO Grappoli S03
Located in New York, NY
Vibrant and dazzling this adorable timepiece from the exceptional Grappoli collection by de Grisogono comes with a round-shaped 18K rose gold case fully set with spectacular orange s...
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2010s European Wrist Watches

Ulysse Nardin Marine Diver 260-32-3A 18K White Gold Blue Rubber Strap
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 260-32-3A Model: Marine Diver Case Material: 18K White Gold Band: Rubber Bezel: Blue Dial: Blue Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 42.7m...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Daytona 116503 Black Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Box Paper 2023
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116503 Serial: 40G4C*** Year: 2023 Model: Rolex Daytona Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Bla...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Chopard Happy Diamonds Watch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. Signed by Chopard 27 mm face Size 6 1/4 inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Submariner Date 40mm Black Dial Oyster Steel Automatic Men's Watch 16610
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Submariner Date Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16610. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel oyster case 40.0 mm in diameter. Rolex logo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

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

Cartier Tank Paris Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Paris Ladies Watch is an elegant timepiece that exemplifies luxury and sophistication. The watch features a 21mm case made of 18K yellow gold, beautifully complemented b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Panthère de Cartier Quartz Yellow Gold & Steel Medium Watch W2PN0007
Located in Aventura, FL
Panthère de Cartier watch, medium model, quartz movement. Case in yellow gold 750/1000 and steel, thickness: 6 mm, crown set with a synthetic blue spinel, silvered dial, blued-steel ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia 37mm 315.032 18K Rose Gold Men's Watch Box Papers
Located in New York, NY
A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Automatic reference 315.032, featuring a 37mm 18k rose gold case paired with a refined silver dial. The dial showcases rose gold applied hour markers and han...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Perpetual Datejust with Custom Finished Green Dial 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 36mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels / Caliber 1500's DIAL / HANDS: Custom Pistachio Green Dial with Silver Baton Markers / Silver Baton Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 20mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This dial was made in our specialty house which was beautifully and painstakingly tested up to Rolex rigorous standards. Stay looking cool in the heat or in-doors with this unique and colorful Rolex...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Vintage Ref 5500 Steel cased Automatic watch with Bubble Back Style Dial
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1977 Rolex Reference 5500, 34 M.M. 3 Piece Stainless Steel Oyster Case with smooth bezel. Caliber 1530 Automatic, self winding movement. Custom two ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 126200 36mm Blue Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper 2024
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126200 Serial: Q8120*** Year: 2024 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Smooth ...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Unused Audemars Piguet "Chronograph Openworked Limited Edition" Wristwatch
Located in Surfside, FL
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Tourbillon Chronograph Openworked Limited Edition in titanium. Only 25 made. Octagonal case in titanium, brushed and polished. Glareproofed sapphire crystal...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Titanium

Rolex Datejust 31mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel Gray Jubilee Diamond Dial Watch 68273
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Excellent condition. Comes with an original box but no papers.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 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.

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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.

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