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Wrist Watches For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 1910s
Cartier Baignoire Paris 18K Yellow Gold & Factory Diamond Gran De Ris Bracelet
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Elegant Cartier 18K Gold Diamond Watch. This exquisite timepiece features an oval-shaped face adorned with round white diamonds that total 2.11 carats. Crafted from 18K gold, the wat...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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 GMT Master II Coke 16760 Fat Lady Stainless Steel Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16760 Serial: R244*** Year: 1987 Model: Rolex GMT Master II (Fat Lady) Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Oyster Band Bezel: "Co...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Lady's 18K Yellow Gold Patek Philippe "Calatrava" Watch
Located in New York, NY
Lady's 18K Yellow Gold Patek Philippe "Calatrava" Ref.#4819/1J Wacth White Dial with Black Roman Numerals, Hobnail Pattern Bezel, 18K Yellow Gold Patek Philippe Meshh Bracelet. Swiss...
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1960s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Two tone Oyster Semi Bubbleback Super patina Dial reference 6286
Located in MADRID, ES
This is a collector piece from the 1950s. A Rolex Oyster Semi Bubbleback Super patina Dial, case in gold and steel and leather bracelet, reference 6286.
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1950s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Rolex Ladies President 6917 Blue Diamond Dial Diamond Sapphire Bezel 18K Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 6917 Serial: 7275*** Year: 1982 Model: Rolex Ladies President Datejust Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Custom Diamond and Blue Sapp...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Vintage GUCCI Quartz 11/12 Watch. Gucci Ladies Bangle Interchange Bezel watch
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Gucci Watch. 11/12 Reference number. Gold Tone with interchangeable bezels. Original Box with Original Paperwork Condition: New battery. Comes with original box and origi...
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1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

Vintage GUCCI Bangle 6800L Watch Gucci Ladies Bangle Gold Tone Bamboo Wristwatch
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Gucci Watch. Original Case, Box, and Original Paperwork as it came from Gucci. 6800L Reference number. Gold Tone Bamboo Bangle Condition: New battery.
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1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Gold Plate

Midsize Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 6624 30mm 18k Gold Automatic 1960s RA456
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage luxury, 18k solid gold Men's midsize Rolex ref.6624 Oyster Perpetual Date automatic, c.1962. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold dial, appli...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Paul Picot Sub Professional / Paul Mariner 211-38-5000. 14ct Yellow Gold Bezel.
Located in Canterbury, England
Our rare vintage Paul Picot Sub Professional / Paul Mariner, reference 211-38-5000, features a stainless steel 39mm case (42mm to crown guard), with blue nipple indices dial and blue...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Movado Secret Wristwatch - Yellow Gold 14k Manual 1 Year Warranty
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Movado Movement: Manual Number of Jewels: 17 Warranty: One Year Year: 1950s Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Silver Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Secret Wristwatch ...
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1950s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Piaget 1960s Yellow Gold Backwind Lady's Watch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1960s 18k yellow gold lady's Piaget watch, with backwind manual movement. Bracelet is 6.25" long, case is 15mm in diameter. Original carved crystal on the inside. Silvered di...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 16220 Tahitian Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Stainless Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16220 Serial: L250*** Year: 1989 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Custom Tahitian MOP ...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Submariner 2-Tone Steel & Gold Men's Watch 16613
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Submariner 2-Tone Steel & Gold Men's Watch 16613 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, pressure proof to 1,000 feet. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold bezel . Blue dial with ...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold 1914 Indian Head 10 Dollar US Coin Watch
Located in New York, NY
A vintage 18k gold Cartier watch, encaged into a 1914 Indian Head $10 US coin case. Measures 30mm in diameter. Band is non original/not gold - 8" long. Dial signed Cartier, with blac...
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20th Century French Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Mens Rolex Precision Ref 14010 Air King 35m Automatic w Paper 1990s Swiss RA478B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Ref.14010 Oyster "Air-King" Precision automatic with original paper, c.1997, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Go...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Lord Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Factory Original Dial circa 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Lord Elgin-Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 4810 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm ...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

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 ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe 1431J Vintage Square Shape Unisex with Bracelet, Circa 1951
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Patek Philippe 1431J, Vintage square watch 37 x 27mm fitted with a 10"200 caliber movement #956208, 18 karat yellow gold square case with long lugs # 664900. The watch...
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6494 34mm Gold Capped Manual Wind 1950s NA121
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex ref.6494 gold-capped Oysterdate Precision manual wind, c.1956. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed white dial, applied dagg...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Automatic Wrist Watch Collectors Like New, Caliber 162010
Located in Antwerp, BE
Omega Automatic Wrist Watch Collectors Like New Movement : Mechanical with Automatic Selfwinding, Caliber 162 010 Case : Goldplated & Stainless Steel Plexi Glass : Original Omega ...
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

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

Vintage Rolex Precision 18K Gold Vintage Ladies Watch On Mesh Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
A rare vintage Rolex Precision ladies’ watch in solid 18k yellow gold, featuring a fully integrated textured mesh bracelet and manual-wind movement. Made in Switzerland in 1965 and s...
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1960s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Gold & Steel Rolex Lady Oyster Date , Ref 6917, Automatic Wrist Watch
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gold & Steel Rolex Lady Oyster Date , Ref 6917, Automatic Wrist Watch Dial : White with Roman Numerals Case : Gold & Stainless Steel , 26mm Strap : Gold & Steel , to fit a 16 cm w...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Rolex, Art Deco, Gold Wristwatch 1938
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco vintage wristwatch by Rolex dated 1938. Yellow gold 9ct case marked Rolex and “RWC LTD” for the Rolex Watch Company Ltd and "31 Records...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Patek Philippe Ellipse 3589/1 18K Yellow Gold Bronze Dial Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Patek Philippe Ellipse 3589/1 Watch. This elegant timepiece features a 33mm 18K yellow gold case and an 18K yellow gold bezel. The bronze dial is complemented by gold hands and index...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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

Vintage Rado NCC 303 Day Date Automatic Men's Watch Ref. 11949
By RADO
Located in New York, NY
Bold and unapologetically retro, this Rado NCC 303 men’s watch (Ref. 11949) captures the distinctive design language of the 1970s with its dramatic brushed gold-tone finish and angul...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Precision Steel Wristwatch, c1945
Located in London, GB
Vintage Rolex Precision wristwatch dated Circa 1945. Snap back Stainless Steel case with tapered, teardrop, overlaid fancy lugs. Rolex, 17-Rubies (Jewels) precision lever escapemen...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Gold Steel Custom Diamond Dial Bezel Ladies Watch 69173
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned good condition. Comes with a chronostore box and seller warranty. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust 69173 Model Number: 69173 Type: Wristwatch Style: ...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Art Deco Ladies Exploding Number Platinum & Diamond Wrist Watch
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A classic wristwatch with a rectangular shape, crafted in platinum, featuring a manual wind movement. The watch showcases a silver dial adorned with ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Patek Philippe 3520D 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Patek Philippe 3520D is an elegant timepiece that exemplifies luxury and craftsmanship. It features a 32mm case made of 18K yellow gold, paired with a distinctive hobnail bezel t...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual with Custom Red Dial circa, 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Di...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust 69173 Ivory Jubilee Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 69173 Serial: L627*** Year: 1989 Model: Rolex Ladies Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold ...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Ladies Datejust 69173 Champagne Tapestry Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel 26mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 69173 Serial: L893*** Year: 1989 Model: Rolex Ladies Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Jubilee Band Bezel: 18K Ye...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

David Yurman watch 18k Yellow Gold Mother Pearl Dial 7mm Cable Bracelet Cuff
Located in Northbrook, IL
This David Yurman wristwatch is a beautiful accessory for any woman. Made of 18k yellow gold with a mother pearl dial, it is a high-quality piece that will elevate any outfit. The wa...
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage Longines Square Flagship Watch in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Longines Square Flagship Watch Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Longines Square Flagship Watch With Longines buckle on a leather stra...
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1983 reference 15010 Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Date Reference Number: 15010 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Steel Measurements :34mm diameter (exc...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date 18239 18K White Gold Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Day-Date 18239 Men's Watch. This timepiece features a 36mm case made of 18K white gold, complemented by an 18K white gold fluted bezel. The silver dial is accented with silver-...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Rolex Ladies President 6917 Orange Carnelian Dial Diamond Bezel 18K Yellow Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 6917 Serial: 7567*** Year: 1983 Model: Rolex Ladies President Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Custom Diamond Bezel Dial: Custom O...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Vintage GUCCI Quartz 11/12 Watch. Gucci Ladies Bangle Interchange Bezel watch
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Gucci Watch. 11/12 Reference number. Gold Tone with interchangeable bezels. Original Box Condition: New battery. Comes with original box and original bezels. Please revie...
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1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

Genuine Cartier B01952 Watch. Must de Cartier 21 Stainless Steel Quartz Watch.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Must de Cartier 21 B01952 Reference number. Condition: New Battery. Just Serviced. Details: 31mm round Case 6.5inches wrist
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20th Century Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Art Deco Platinum, Diamond, & Sapphire Movado Ladies Wrist Watch
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A distinguished Movado wristwatch from 1920, crafted in Switzerland. This timepiece exemplifies Movado's commitment to precision and luxury. The watc...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

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

V Rare Rolex Prince Art-Deco c1939 Observatory Grade Rose Gold “Doctors” Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This extremely rare in such a fine condition, Art-Deco Rolex PRINCE wristwatch is dating back to circa 1939 Old magazine ads described this timepiece as “a watch for men of distinction” and also “limited to a small number – such fine watches cannot be produced quickly or in large quantities”, while the Tatler’s 7th October 1931 edition called it “a super-grade wristwatch of outstanding merit & distinction”, which perfect accuracy is "verified by Swiss Government Scientists" ~~ Its distinguished Rectangle Case is hinged & performed in 9K Rose Gold, it’s comfortable & well-proportioned, measuring 20mm x 41mm, it’s “wrist-hugging” & “Curvex” - curved to fit the wrist Caseback tells us a lot about the fascinating history of original ownership, as it’s engraved with: “Presented to Bro. J. H. Till in appreciation of services as Secretary – 1929 – 1939 by Cobden Lodge # 381” – (Cobden Lodge used to be a Masonic lodge in Melbourne, Australia) Caseback is hallmarked with an iconic Rolex crown, It’s stamped, signed & bearing a number on inside. Bronze & champagne coloured Dial is in beautiful original condition, featuring clear black hand-painted Arabic numerals, original hands & relatively large sub-dial for centre seconds (ideal instrument used by doctors to measure patients’ pulse, hence the timepiece is referred as “doctor’s watch...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

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

Jaeger LeCoultre Vintage WWII Military Mens Radium Numeral Wrist Watch
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A Jaeger-LeCoultre military issue wristwatch crafted in base metal and stainless steel. The round case houses a luminous dial with bold Arabic numeral...
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1940s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Crosswind Chronograph K13355 Black Dial 18K Yellow Gold Box Paper 42mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: K13355 Year: 1999 Model: Breitling Crosswind Chronograph Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: Leather Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Black Dial ...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 26 Steel 18K Yellow Gold Custom Dial And Bezel Ladies Watch 69173
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned good condition. Comes with a chronostore box and seller warranty. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust 69173 Model Number: 69173 Type: Wristwatch Style: ...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Rolex Cellini 27mm Dial Manual Winding Watch Face
Located in Miami, FL
A rare vintage Rolex Cellini watch face in solid 18K yellow gold, featuring a classic 27mm dial with timeless elegance. Details: Item Type: Vintage Rolex Watch Face...
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Vintage Baume & Mercier Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful pre-owned and vintage Baume & Mercier Classic 35110 watch, crafted in 18K yellow gold. This elegant timepiece features a 30mm case with a 6mm thickness and a band that tape...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex GMT-Master Two-Tones Black Dial 16753 Automatic Watch 1984
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Rolex Model: 16753 Year: 1984 Serial number: 87xxxxx Reference: OT2303 Case: Show sign of wear with slight polish from previous w/inner case back stamped 16750 Dial: Excell...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Datejust Ruby Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch 69173
Located in Miami, FL
Timeless Elegance: Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173 Experience the perfect blend of luxury and sophistication with the Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173. Designed for women who appreciate timeless...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Omega 9ct Yellow Gold Cased By Dennison Wristwatch, 15 Jewel, Inter War, c1930.
Located in Canterbury, England
Our very attractive vintage Omega features a 9k gold case made by Dennison, with manually wound 15 jewel movement, and very attractive patinated dial with arabic Numerals and sub seconds dial. The case measures 27.4mm inc crown x 29mm fixed lug to fixed lug, originally a suitable for a lady or small gents watch. The serial number dates production to c.1930. A superb English cased Omega from the inter war...
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1930s Vintage Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Thunderbird Turnograph Men's Watch 1625 with Card
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex 2-Tone Steel & Gold Thunderbird Datejust 1625 - Automatic winding; acrylic crystal. Stainless steel case with yellow gold Thunderbird bezel. Silver dial with gold stick...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe 2591G Calatrava watch a 35 mm case Center lugs Circa 1959
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Patek Philippe 2591G Calatrava watch features a 35 mm in diameter case, made in 18K white gold. The watch is minimalist design with center lugs so you only see the round watch. Th...
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1950s Swiss Modern 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.

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