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Wrist Watches For Sale
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Period: Early 1900s
Unworn Rolex Datejust Black 36mm Stainless Steel Jubilee Watch 126234 Complete
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Rolex Series: Datejust Model: 126234 Case Diameter: 36 mm Bracelet: Jubilee; stainless steel Bezel: Custom bezel, diamonds set aftermarket. Diamonds 100% natural. Dial: Black ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona 18k Rose Gold Chocolate Arabic Dial Leather Band 40mm Watch 116515
Located in New York, NY
In superb condition, this 18ct Everose gold 116515LN Daytona comes complete with its original box and papers. With its chocolate brown dial and scratch-resistant black Cerachrom beze...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Breitling Super Avenger SS Chronograph Black Arabic 48mm Diamond Bezel A13370
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Breitling Series: Super Avenger Model: A13370 Case Diameter: 48 mm Bracelet: Stainless steel Bezel: Custom diamond set Dial: Black dial The sale includes a jewelry watch box a...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hamilton Khaki Navy Sub Auto Chronograph H787160
Located in Braintree, GB
Hamilton Khaki Navy Sub Auto Chronograph men's wristwatch. Reference Nr. H787160 Made in Switzerland. The watch features 30 minute counter at 3 o'clock, Date between 4 and 5, 12 hour counter at 6 o'clock and the sub-second dial is at 9 o'clock. Gender: Men Case Size: 42 mm ( Without a crown ) Dial colour: Grey with black and orange accents Movement: Automatic Unidirectional bezel Numerals: Arabic Watchband Material: Stainless steel Water resistant: 30 BAR/435 Psi Caliber : H - 31 Case material: Stainless Steel Display Type: Analogue Box / Papers: No Glass: Sapphire Crystal Weight: 239 grams Comes with a box. Condition: The watch is pre-owned, and in excellent working condition, please see pictures. History: Hamilton Watch Company was established in 1892 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Originally, the firm manufactured high-quality pocket timepieces, which were soon popular among American railroad employees owing to their precision and dependability. Hamilton Watch Company started manufacturing wristwatches for the United States military during World War I. This shifted the company's attention to wristwatch manufacture, and by the 1930s, Hamilton was producing some of the world's most popular and creative wristwatches. During WWII, Hamilton once again developed military timepieces, notably the famed "Marine Chronometer," which was utilised by US Navy navigators. Hamilton continued to develop after the war, creating the world's first electric watch in 1957 and the first digital watch in 1970. Hamilton has also been a popular brand among Hollywood filmmakers, with its timepieces featuring in various films such as "Interstellar," "The Martian," and "Men in Black." Hamilton is now a component of the Swatch Group, one of the world's major watch makers. Despite ownership changes and altering watch...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Super Avenger SS Chronograph White Index 48mm Diamond Bezel A13370
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Breitling Series: Super Avenger Model: A13370 Case Diameter: 48 mm Bracelet: Stainless steel Bezel: Custom diamond set Dial: White dial The sale includes a jewelry watch box a...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Elgin Pocket Watch Gold Plated Working 15 Jewels 11066484 Year 1905
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Vintage 1905 gold plated Elgin pocket watch that's 49mm in diameter and 14mm thick. The case is in good condition with a clean plastic crystal. The movement is working, 15 jewels, an...
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Cartier Santos 100 Staniless Steel 33mm Diamond Watch White Rubber Strap #2878
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Series: Santos Model: 2878 Case Diameter: 33 mm Bracelet: Strap Bezel: Custom diamond set Dial: White Dial The sale includes a original box and an appraisal certifica...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust Ref 16220 Wristwatch, Jubilee Bracelet, Full Set, UK 2003.
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our classic Rolex Datejust reference 16220 features a 36mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bezel, silver dial and jubilee bracelet. This variant is probably the most iconic...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

2023 Rolex 126300 Datejust 41 Blue Dial Stainless Steel Box Papers
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126300 Serial: 9M192*** Year: 2023 Model: Datejust 41 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Blue Face: Sapphir...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier with Arabic Numbers Gold Dial on a Strap
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 27mm yellow gold Ladies Baume & Mercier wristwatch. Featuring a stunning a gold dial with Arabic numbers. The watch is fitted with a sapphire glass, movement and a Baume & Mercier ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Stainless Steel Calibre De Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: quartz Function: hours, minutes, seconds, date Case: 42mm stainless steel round case, stainless steel smooth bezel, sapphire push pull crown, sapphire crystal, Dial: black...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gucci Mirror Brown Stainless Steel G-Frame YA127501 Women's Wristwatch 14 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A timeless silhouette made of high-quality materials and packed with precision and luxury makes this wristwatch the perfect choice for a sophisticated finish to any look. It is a gra...
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2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Pyramid Dial 16233
Located in London, GB
A classic 36mm Datejust by Rolex in stainless steel and yellow gold. Featuring an ivory pyramid dial with Roman numerals and a fluted yellow gold bezel. The Jubilee bracelet features...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Hublot Big Bang King Power Limited Edition
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in sophistication with this Hublot limited edition watch. Crafted with a 48mm black ceramic case, a carbon fiber dial with chronograph functionality, and a high-quality autom...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Rolex 16610 Submariner Date Black Stainless 2003 Box Papers
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16610 Serial: Y863*** Year: 2003 Model: Submariner Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Black Dial: Black Face: Sapphire Crystal ...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rado Florence reference 1603670 2 Wristwatch
By RADO
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Rado Model: Florence Reference Number:16036702 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : Case width: 27 mm. (wit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner 126610 41mm Black Dial Stainless Steel Box Papers 2021
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126610 Serial: 0R39X*** Year: 2021 Model: Submariner Case Material: Ceramic Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Black Face: Sapphire Crysta...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Air King 116900 Black Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper 2021
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116900 Serial: 85U0G*** Year: 2021 Model: Air King Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Black Face: Sapphire ...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 178240 Datejust Midsize 31mm Pink Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper 2020
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 178240 Serial: 71P26*** Year: 2020 Model: Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Pink Roman Dial Face: ...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Tank Solo Watch
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to watch is evident. Minimal scratches to overall steel hardware on this used Cartier designer resale item. This item comes with original box. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex 16570 Explorer II White Stainless Steel 2003 Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16570 Serial:Stainless Steel Year: 2003 Model: Explorer II Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: White Face: S...
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster 212.30.36.20.01.002 Unisex Wristwatch 36 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Omega Seamaster wristwatch, boasting a refined 36mm case, exudes timeless charm and robust functionality. Crafted with precision and durability in mind, its sleek stainless steel...
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Watch Stainless Steel Quartz
Located in New York, NY
This is a great condition Cartier Santo Galbee reference 1565. This watch is stainless steel and has a 24mm case and sapphire crystal. The dial of this particular example is white wi...
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Dior Stainless Steel Diamond Rubber Christal Women's Wristwatch 38 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Let this fine designer wristwatch accompany you with ease and luxurious style. Beautifully crafted using the best quality materials, this authentic branded watch is built to be a sta...
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner 116613 Black Ceramic 18k Yellow Gold Steel Box Paper 2015
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116613 Serial: 22SS5*** Year: 2015 Model: Submariner Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: Black Ceramic Dial: Blac...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 126331 Datejust 41 MOP Diamond Dial Steel and 18K Rose Gold Box Paper 2021
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126331 Serial: 742S5*** Year: 2021 Model: Datejust 41 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Rose Gold Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: MOP Diam...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Rose Gold 3065
Located in London, GB
An 18ct rose gold vintage Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback by Rolex. Featuring a copper dial with Arabic numbers at 3, 6, 9 & 12 which is complemented by a rose gold bezel and hooded lugs...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Lady-Datejust Watch Automatic White Dial 26MM 18K Yellow Gold Steel 79173
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Authenticity Certificate by GIA GG/AJP and Rolex Tag Condition: Excellent Brand: Rolex Model: Lady-Datejust Reference Number: 79173 Circa 2002 Movement: Automatic F...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Hublot 520.CM.1170.CM Classic Fusion Chronograph Black Ceramic Box Paper 2018
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 520.CM.1170.CM Year: 2018 Model: Classic Fusion Case Material: Ceramic Band: Ceramic Bezel: Ceramic Dial: Black Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 45mm...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Cartier Ref 2848 Roadster Chronograph XL 18K Rose Gold Leather Strap Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: Ref 2848 Year: 2019 Model: Roadster Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: Leather Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Brown Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 47m...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Franck Muller 18kt gold heart ladies Quartz, ref. 5002MQZC6H D2
Located in Braintree, GB
Franck Muller 18kt rose gold heart collection ladies Quartz wristwatch with factory diamonds set bezel. The watch boasts a silver dial accented with striking red hands and Arabic nu...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Omega Specialities Limited 2014 Sochi Edition 522.53.33.20.02.001
Located in London, GB
In commemoration of the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics, Omega released this Specialities Limited Edition timepiece in yellow gold. This piece is one of just 100 to have ever been manufac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tudor Classic Day Date 23013 Black Dial Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Tudor Model: Classic Day Date Reference Number: 23013 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Gold/Steel Measurements : 40 mm. (without cr...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Rolex 179173 Ladies Datejust Silver Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel Box Paper 2015
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 179173 Serial: 3335V*** Year: 2015 Model: Ladies Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold D...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

TAG Heuer Diamond Stainless Steel Ceramic Formula 1 Women's Wristwatch 37 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The charm of a finely crafted wristwatch accompanies the wearer through the years and to any occasion they have a date for. It is this charm, infused with timeless luxury, that makes...
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Versace Mother of Pearl Gold Plated Stainless Steel Leather Beauville VSQ90
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Let this fine Versace wristwatch accompany you with ease and luxurious style. Beautifully crafted using the best quality materials, this authentic branded watch is built to be a stan...
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2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Cellini Yellow Gold 6622
Located in London, GB
A Cellini wristwatch crafted in yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a champagne dial with diamond set hour markers numerals and a yellow gold bezel. Equipped with a yellow gold integrate...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Tubogas 18K Yellow Gold Quartz
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Bulgari Bulgari BB262T, a luxurious timepiece from the 2000s that embodies elegance and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this watch featur...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Chanel Mademoiselle Prive 18K Diamond Mother of Pearl Watch
Located in Miami, FL
 Chanel Mademoiselle Prive 18K white gold Diamond and mother of Pearl carved flower on black dial watch.  Circa 2017 in white gold with natural diamonds Ladies wrist watch. 37mm dial...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Concord Saratoga Chronograph 14.C5.1892 Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Concord Model: Saratoga Reference Number: 14.C5.1892 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : Case width: 40 mm...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ladies Wristwatch 76193 Stainless Gold 18k Auto 1Yr Wnty
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Model Number: 76193 Movement: Automatic Warranty: One Year Year: 2002 Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Champagne Metal Content: Stainless Steel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe & Co. Gondolo Platinum Men's Watch 5109-P (5109P )
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe & Co. Gondolo Platinum Men's Watch 5109-P (5109P ) - Manual winding. Platinum case (30mm x 44mm). Silver dial with Arabic numerals. Grey strap with 18K White gold bu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

18ct gold OMEGA Constellation
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Exquisite GENDER: Unisex MOVEMENT: Automatic CASE MATERIAL: Gold DIAL: 36mm DIAL COLOUR: Gold STRAP: 55mm BRACELET MATERIAL: Gold CONDITION: 9/10 MODEL NUMBER: xxxxxx SERIAL NUMB...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Chopard Happy Sport 8267 Chronograph Steel with Diamonds 38mm Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Chopard Model : Happy Sport Reference Number : 8267 Features : Scratch Resistant Sapphire Crystal - Chronograph-Diamond Dial Window Material: Scratch Resistant Sapphire Cr...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date 41mm 126613LB
Located in London, GB
A 41mm Submariner Date, in Oystersteel and yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a blue dial, this 126613LB also features a yellow gold uni-directional rotatable bezel with a blue ceramic ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Salvatore Ferragamo Brown Stainless Steel 1898 FF3 Women's Wristwatch 33 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This designer watch is characterized by its skillful craftsmanship and understated charm. Meticulously constructed to tell time in an elegant way, it comes in a sturdy case and flaun...
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Octagon 29662 Gold/Steel Watch Boxed
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Cartier Model: Santos Octagon Reference: 29662 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Stainless Steel/Gold Measurements :30mm diameter (...
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Early 2000s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Oris Artelier Small Second Pointer Day - 7596
By Oris
Located in London, GB
This Day Date Oris Artelier Pointer represents excellent value, a big watch at 45mm for under £1400.00. It would be hard to get a better watch with an exhibition case back showing th...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Franck Muller 18k White Gold Master of Complications Master Square wi/ Diamond
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: hours, minutes, seconds, date Case: 18k white gold, 42 x 42mm, pave diamond Band: Franck Muller white leather strap, 18K white gold and diamond buckle D...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex 126613LB Submariner 41mm Blue Ceramic 18K Yellow Gold Steel Box Paper 2022
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126613 Serial: OVC91*** Year: 2022 Model: Submariner Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: Blue Ceramic Dial: Blu...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Cartier Ref 2977 Ladies Love Diamond Bezel 18K Rose Gold Leather Strap Box
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 2977 Model: Love Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: Leather Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Diamond Bezel Dial: Silver Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 18K Rose Gold ...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Rolex Datejust 41 mm Stainless Steel Watch 116300
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rolex Datejust stainless steel watch features smooth bezel, Oyster bracelet, 41mm case, white dial, and automatic movement. Model number 116300 circa 2010. No box/papers. Model: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Divan XL Yellow Gold 2603
Located in London, GB
A Cartier Tank Divan XL in yellow gold. Features a silver dial with Roman numerals, blued-steel sword-shaped hands and Cartier's secret signature at V of VII. Equipped with a new Ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 41mm Wimbledon Dial 126303
Located in London, GB
A 41mm Datejust by Rolex in Oystersteel and yellow gold. Features the sought-after Wimbledon dial with a smooth yellow gold bezel. The Jubilee bracelet comes with an Oyster folding c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Bell & Ross Space 3 Day Date Chronograph Auto Steel Mens Bracelet Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Bell & Ross Space 3 Day Date Chronograph Auto Steel Mens Bracelet Watch. Central Second, Chronograph, Date Indicator, Day/Date, Day Indicator, Easy to Read/Large Numerals, Luminous H...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Panther Small 2-Tone Steel & Gold Panthere Watch 4023 W2PN0006
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Panther Small 2-Tone Steel & Gold Panthere Watch 4023 W2PN0006 - Quartz. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold bezel (22mm x 30mm). Silver colored dial with black Roman n...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Omega Speedmaster Automatic Chronometer Watch
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Exquisite GENDER: Unisex MOVEMENT: Automatic CASE MATERIAL: Silver DIAL: 42mm DIAL COLOUR: White STRAP: 55mm BRACELET MATERIAL: Steel CONDITION: 8/10 MODEL NUMBER: 08571 SERIAL N...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tudor Stainless Steel & 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Chronometer
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: Self-winding automatic Function: hours, minutes, seconds Case: round 31mm stainless steel case, 18K yellow gold factory diamond bezel Band: stainless steel & 18K yellow gol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Antique, New and Vintage Wristwatches

Antique, new and vintage 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.

Find antique, new and vintage wristwatches on 1stDibs.

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