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Period: 1940s
This Week's Listings Only
Lady Elgin Gold-Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 24mm X Width 18mm
MO...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Rogers Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial 17 Jewels 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rogers Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's / 50's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 30mm Length X 23mm ...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Ladies Watch with Cord Band or Matching Metal Band
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Cushion Shape
METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum / 1.25 Cts.
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 51mm X Wid...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Longines Vintage Men's Wristwatch, 1940s / 50s, in Excelle
By Longines
Located in bronshoj, DK
Longines vintage men's wristwatch. 1940s / 50s.
Case diameter: 35 mm.
In excellent original condition.
All watches are thoroughly serviced by our ...
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Swiss Modern Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Gruen Yellow Filled Gold Art Deco Tank Style watch with Original Dial from 1940
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art deco / Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1944
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 39mm Length X 23mm Diameter
...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Jaeger LeCoultre 18k Yellow Gold Triple Calendar Moonphase
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre Triple Calendar Moonphase men’s wristwatch, crafted from 18k yellow gold and powered by a manual wind movement.
Its elegant silver dial features ...
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Swiss Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Gold Top Tropical Series Steel Back Early Ladies Perpetual from 1947
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Ladies Bubble Back / Tropical Series
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Top with Steel Back
CIRCA / YEAR: 1947
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Lengt...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Illinois Art Deco Tonneau Shape with Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Illinois Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Tonneau Shape
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSION...
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American Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Stainless Steel
Timor WWW – Dirty Dozen British Military Watch – WW2 Era – Relumed – 36mm
Located in London, GB
Timor WWW – Dirty Dozen British Military Watch – WW2 Era – Relumed – 36mm
Overview:
A fine and authentic example of the highly collectible Timor WWW, one of the iconic "Dirty Dozen" watches commissioned by the British Ministry of Defence during World War II. Timor was one of the twelve Swiss brands selected to produce reliable, rugged timepieces for the British military, and this piece offers great originality and military history in one.
This particular example of the Timor DD has had a refinished MOD dial and hands likely that has gone back to the Ministry of Defence to be relumed and redialed so that it can be used again by the military hence its clean look.
Key Features:
✅ Brand: Timor
✅ Model: WWW ("Wrist. Watch. Waterproof")
✅ Collection: Dirty Dozen (British MoD WW2)
✅ Era: Circa 1940s
✅ Case Size: 36mm
✅ Case Material: Stainless Steel with fixed lugs
✅ Dial: Matte black, signed “Timor”
✅ Hands & Markers: Relumed
✅ Movement: Timor Caliber 6060 – Manual wind
✅ Crown: Unsigned, original-style crown
✅ Strap: Generic green military-style textile strap with steel buckle
✅ Caseback Markings: WWW – K 10612 / 40512, military-issued
✅ Military Arrow: Present on dial and case back
✅ Condition: Good
✅ Warranty: 12-Month Mechanical Warranty Included
Historical Significance:
The “Dirty Dozen” refers to a series of twelve watch manufacturers commissioned by the British MoD during WWII to produce rugged, reliable timepieces for soldiers. The Timor WWW is one of the better-documented and widely recognized names from the series. Built to strict military specifications, these watches feature matte black dials, luminous markers, Arabic numerals, and fixed lugs.
Condition Report:
✔ Dial & hands are relumed with beautiful age-related patina
✔ Stainless steel case shows wear consistent with age and use
✔ Military engravings on case back are clearly visible
✔ Running well and comes with a 12-month mechanical warranty
✔ Supplied on a green textile strap in keeping with its military aesthetic
Unlike many others this is a near perfect example of a vintage military watch...
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European Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Rolex Steel Oyster Raleigh with Original Patinated Dial 1930's Oyster
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Tudor
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Raleigh / Reference 4220
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1941
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm X Diameter 29mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels / Caliber Font 30
DIAL / HANDS: Silvered with Luminous Numerals / Blued Steel Hands
ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 16mm / Regular Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This is a rare little watch by Rolex. It is part of the Tudor series but it signed Rolex Geneve...
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Swiss Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Rare Omega ref 2394 Vintage c1944 15-jewel Manual Mid-Size 31mm Mens' Watch
By Omega
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Timepieces by Omega have been long admired for
their functionality, desirability & power
This particular example is a mid-sized Omega ref 2394
military watch, dating from circa 19...
Category
Swiss Retro Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Heuer Stainless Steel Original Dial Triple Date Chronograph Wristwatch
By Heuer
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Heuer Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Chronograph
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
DIMENSIONS: Length 42mm X Diameter 36mm
CIRCA: 1940's
MOVEMENT / CALI...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Vinatge Rolex Zephyr Ref 6582 18k Yellow Gold Automatic Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1946 Rolex Reference 6582 "Zephyr" Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 3 Piece Case with "Zephyr" bezel. Caliber 1020 Automatic, self winding moveme...
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Swiss Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rose Gold and Steel Bubble Back with RareThunderbird Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel & Solid Rose Gold Thunderbird Bezel
DIMENSIONS: Length 40mm X Diameter 32mm
CI...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
DOXA Manual Multi Scale Chronograph Steel Wrist Watch NATO Strap Valjoux 22
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous vintage DOXA chronograph wrist watch featuring a black multi scale dial. The watch is powered by a manual winding Valjoux Caliber 22 chronograph movement with 17 jewels. This watch is ALL ORIGINAL except for the strap and crystal meaning it still has its original movement, case, dial, hands, and crown. The movement runs smoothly and continues to keep accurate time and the chronograph functions are very responsive. This watch remains in great overall condition with moderate wear to the case which is consistent with its age. Enjoy!
Watchmaker: DOXA
Model / Reference No.: DOXA / Unknown
Movement: Valjoux - Caliber 22 - Mechanical - Manual Winding - 17 Jewels - Chronograph - Swiss Made
Movement Serial No.: Unknown
Case Material: Steel
Case Serial No.: 4401381
Gross Weight: 40.48 Grams (includes case, movement, and strap)
Case Width: 35.15mm (not including crown)
Case Height: 42.10mm (lug tip to lug tip)
Strap Type: NATO Strap - Canvas - Beige - 18mm - Steel Buckle, Tang, and Loops
Strap Length: Will snugly fit from 5 1/4 inch up to 8 1/4 inch wrists.
Condition: Vintage DOXA wrist watch in great condition. The original Valjoux 22...
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Swiss Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Longines Gold Filled Rare Art Deco Watch with Unique Crystal, circa 1940s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 23mm x Width 41m...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Oversize Omega Wrist Watch ca' 1947
By Omega
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
An Omega wrist watch ca' 1947. Oversize steel case measuring approx. 37.5 mm. Reference 2609. Robust construction, movement #265. Original dial with patina.
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Swiss Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Elgin, Lord Elgin 14Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Watch American Made From 1944
By Lord Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1944
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 24mm X Width 37mm
MOVEMEN...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Tourneau 18 Karat Gold Art Deco Triple Date Valjoux Chronograph, circa 1940s
By Tourneau
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tourneau / Valjoux
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Chronograph with Full Calendar
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Rose Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42m...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Tank Style 1940's with Medallion Series Movement.
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 22mm
MOVEMENT...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Platinum
Ladies White Gold Hamilton 2 Carat Natural F Color Diamond Manual Cocktail Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Hamilton Collectable Ladies 14k White Gold with approximately 2 Carats of Natural Diamond Manual Wind Cocktail Watch.
It is set with 52 natural colorless diamonds weighing approximately 2 carats, the watch itself weighs 18.9 grams and is 6" inches in length.
Condition is Pre-owned. No original box, No original papers.
Ladies White Gold Hamilton 2 Carat Natural F Color Diamond...
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American Retro Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe "Hourglass" 18K Yellow Gold Wristwatch. c. 1948.
Located in Aspen, CO
Vintage Hourglass Patek Philippe 18k gold wristwatch, crafted in Switzerland. This timepiece features a rectangular case with a manual movement. The dial includes a small second subd...
Category
Swiss Retro Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lucien Piccard Yellow Gold Dilishein Cocktail Wristwatch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
An exquisite heirloom circa late 1940's ladies dress bracelet wrist watch by Lucien Piccard. This outstanding piece was designed by Paul Dilishein and has a unique fourteen karat 14K yellow gold fancy link...
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Swiss Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gruen Gold-Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Custom Blue Dial
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Tank
METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR:
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 28mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Windin...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Charles Nicolet Rose Gold Filled New Old Stock Chronograph, circa 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Charles Nicolet
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Chronograph
METAL / MATERIAL: Rose Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 47mm X Diameter 40mm
MOVEM...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Classic 2553 in yellow gold with a Grey dial 31mm Manual watch
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Patek Philippe in 18k yellow gold with silver dial with gold stick hour markers. Manual wind w/ subseconds on brown leather strap & gold filled tang buckle. 38 length (lug to lug) by 31 mm width case size. Ref 2553. Circa 1940s. Fine Pre-owned Patek Philippe Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Patek Philippe Classic 2553 watch is made out of yellow gold on a Brown Leather strap with a Gold Fill tang buckle. This Patek Philippe watch has a 31 x 22 mm case with a Rectangle caseback and Silver Stick dial. Circa: 1940s . It is Certified Authentic and comes backed by our 12-month warranty. Each watch is inspected by our certified in-house Swiss-trained watchmakers before shipment including final servicing, cleaning, and polishing. If you have inquiries about this Patek Philippe Classic watch...
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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
IWC Schaffhausen Calatrava c1944 Manual Calibre 62 Mid-Size 27mm Unisex Watch
By IWC
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This fine & very rare Calatrava style unisex timepiece
by IWC (International Watch Company)
is dating from 1944,
yet it’s in beautiful condition with all original parts
& in excel...
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Swiss Retro Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Record 'Dirty Dozen' British Military Watch
Located in London, GB
One of the so called 'Dirty Dozen' collection of British Military watches but then if you're reading this you most likely already know that. What makes this one different is that th...
Category
European Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Steel Classic "Bubble Back" with Original Dial and Ladder Bracelet, 1949
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back / Reference 5015
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1949
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Diameter 39mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 18 Jewels / Caliber 630
DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Arabic Numerals / Original Blued Steel Leaf Hands
ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Period Ladder / Bamboo Braecelet, 17mm / Regular Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This classic Rolex "Bubble Back" is fitted with the legendary Caliber N.A. Movement, their first Perpetual Winding caliber. The watch is entirely original, including the dial and crown. This unique watch has the very desirable Thunderbird Machined Bezel and lastly, it has a rare and original Ladder Bracelet...
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Swiss Modernist Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Angelus Stainless Steel Two Register Chronograph Manual Watch, 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Angelus Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Rectangle Button Chronograph
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
DIMENSIONS: Length 42mm ...
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Swiss Modern Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1940's with Original Dial
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 23mm
...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style with Original Dial from 1940's
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / The Adrian
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 25mm X Width 37mm...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Wittnauer Art Deco Tank Style Yellow Gold Filled with Custom Finished Dial 1940s
By Wittnauer
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Wittnauer Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 5005
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 38mm Length X 26mm...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Rose Gold Filled Art Deco Watch Tortue Shaped Watch from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tortue Shape
METAL / MATERIAL: Rose Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 26mm
MO...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Rose Gold
Universal Geneve 18Kt. Rose Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch circa 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Universal Geneve Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Solid Rose Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 23mm ...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Pre War Ormo Wrist Watch by Raisch & Wossner, Germany
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Circa 1940-1944, Pforzheim, Germany, this vintage beauty offered by Ormo proudly displays retro simplicity through its round 34mm Boden Edelstahl stainless steel case made for the German Army and impressive dial. The easy to read toned dial has simple period style numerals, sword hands and one sub dial. The 20mm lugs are now fitted with a new soft padded black leather strap with contrasting stitching. A 15 jeweled manual wind Swiss movement keeps time. Intentionally left in its rare original condition other than fresh strap replacement...
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German Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex 18kt. Rose Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Original Dial and Hardware 1940
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco
METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Rose Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 33mm X Width 16mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
18 Karat Yellow Gold IWC Hand-Winding Watch Calibre 88 1940s with Leather Band
By IWC
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Movement: Calibre 88
Calibre Serial #1145698
Case #1186682
18k Yellow Gold Case w/ teardrop lugs
36 mm in Diameter (38 mm w/ Crown)
Lug-to-Lug Width = 18 mm
Lug-to-Lug Distance = 42 ...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Marvin Ladies Pink Gold Diamond Synthetic Rubies Retro Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Marvin
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautifully made 1940's 18k ladies watch featuring diamonds and commonly used synthetic rubies. Many of the pieces made in the 1940's have these scissor cut synthetic rubies.
This Watch is made by Marvin Watch...
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Swiss Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
Elgin Gold Filled De Luxe Art Deco Watch, circa 1940's with Custom Finished Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: De Luxe / Art Deco Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm X Width...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Vintage Helbros Military Style Men's Wrist Watch
By Helbros
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Authentic WWII era, this 33mm steel case Helbros Wrist Watch evokes true vintage feel. Manual wind with a seven jewel movement this watch is in original condition which presents ple...
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Swiss Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Tritona Cal AS 1130 German Military
Located in London, GB
This Tritona Cal AS 1130, is likely a German military-issued watch. The AS 1130 refers to the A. Schild 1130 movement, a well-known Swiss mechanical movement used in many military an...
Category
European Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
BUCHERER Art Deco Retro 1940 Watch and Brooch in 18kt Gold with Diamonds
By Bucherer
Located in Aventura, FL
This extremely rare Cage Bird Pendant Brooch, dating back to the 1940s-1950s, is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and elegance. Expertly crafted in 18kt yellow gold and platinum, it is adorned with four single-cut diamonds (approx. 0.05 carats, G-H color) and a vibrant baguette-cut ruby (approx. 0.10 carats). The intricate design conceals a Bucherer manual-winding watch, a brilliant blend of artistry and functionality. This lapel watch is not only a testament to exceptional ingenuity but also a highly exclusive creation, being one from a limited edition of 10 ever made.
This brooch embodies the perfect harmony of luxurious materials, precision watchmaking, and timeless design, making it a coveted piece for collectors and connoisseurs of fine jewelry. Whether admired as a historical treasure or cherished as a wearable work of art, its rarity and sophistication elevate it to an unparalleled level of exclusivity. A true collector’s dream, this piece offers a glimpse into the golden era of vintage jewelry and horology.
Period: 1940's
Style: Art Deco
Creator: BUCHERER
Metal: 18Kt Yellow Gold
Stone: Natural Diamonds
Measurements: 2.85 x 0.95 inches.
Brooch is stamped: "C#, 750".
Watch is stamped in the dial: "BUCHERER 17 JEWELS...
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Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron & Constantin Ladies 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Bracelet Watch circa 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron & Constantin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Bracelet Style
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold
DIMENSIONS: Length 25mm X Width 14mm
CIRCA: 1940...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Rare Omega Military c1943 Caliber 100 Rose Gold Bezel Watch. All Original Parts.
By Omega
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Timepieces by Omega have been long admired for
their functionality, desirability & power.
This particular example is a Military watch, dating from circa 1943.
~~~
Being in amaz...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Art-Deco 18K Gold, Ruby, Diamond Swiss Snake Band Cocktail Ladies Bracelet Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Exquisitely detailed & crafted from finest quality materials,
this Art-Deco cocktail wristwatch dates back to year 1947-48,
yet it's in immaculate condition & in excellent working o...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Tissot Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Tissot
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tissot Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIO...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Rolex Stainless Steel Chronometer Bubbleback with Black Dial 1940's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 2940
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1945
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diamet...
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Swiss Modernist Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Mido Multifort Steel "Bumper" Automatic with Original Patinated Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Mido Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Multifort / Reference 230
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 33mm...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Gruen Gold Filled Tonneau
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Tonneau / Reference 387
METAL / MATERIAL: Gold-Filled
CIRCA / YEAR:
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width 25mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber 426
DIAL / HANDS: Silvered Original Dial with Gilt Arabic Numeral Markers / Gilt Hands
ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 16mm / Regular Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
This is a "vault find" watch, it has been locked up for nearly 50 years, which means it needs a service. We will give it a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker as part of the purchase price before it is shipped out to you. This will delay shipping for a few days of course.
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This great looking Art Deco Watch was produced by legendary house of Gruen. The watch is dependable and easy to service. In the 1930's, we became Gruen agents in Los Angeles California. Gruen was a great company to work with because they had large collection, great styling, they were innovative and offered great service to their customers. It is sad that they could not, like so many other American Watch Companies withstand the Swiss and Japanese marketing.
Founded in 1894 by Dietrich Gruen. The company had their American base in Cincinnati, Ohio, and it produced a wide variety of watches, including pocket watches, wristwatches, and chronographs. Gruen watches were
known for their high quality and stylish designs, and they were
popular...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
1947 Rolex Precision Vintage Mens "Jumbo" Watch - 14K Gold & Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU?
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1st...
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Swiss Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vacheron & Constantin Yellow Gold Late Art Deco Manual Winding Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron & Constantin
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Ref. 4591
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold
DIMENSIONS: Length 38mm X Width 22mm
CIRCA: 1940's
MOVEMENT / CALI...
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Swiss Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Hamilton Yellow Gold and Diamond Set 1940s Top Hat Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Hamilton "Top Hat" Model Wrist Watch, 39 X 21 MM 14K Yellow Gold 2 Piece case. 17 Jewel Grade 980 mechanical, manual wind movement. Silver Satin dial with White Gold Dia...
Category
American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch with original Dial
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Premier
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 21mm
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Category
American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
World War 2 era Ebel ATP (Army Trade Pattern/ Army Time Piece) Wristwatch.
By Ebel
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage World War 2 era Ebel ATP (Army Trade Pattern/ Army Time Piece) features a 32mm stainless steel case and is fitted to a nato style strap. ATP watches predate the better kn...
Category
Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Longines 14k White Gold Square Men's Dress Watch w/ Diamond Bezel 428
By Longines
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Longines 14k White Gold Square Men's Dress Watch w/ Diamond Bezel 428
Movement #428
Movement Serial #14661856
Case #865350-216
14k White Gold Case w/ Textured Bezel and Diamond Inne...
Category
Swiss Modern Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Lady Elgin 14k White Gold Handwinding Wristwatch w/ Cord Band
By Elgin
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Lady Elgin 14k White Gold Handwinding Wristwatch w/ Cord Band
Movement #650
Movement Serial #F-616923
Case #4246-6659
14k White Gold Square Case
14 mm Wide (16 mm w/ Crown)
17 mm L...
Category
American Modern Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Curvex Style Watch with Original Dial, 1940's
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Curvex Style / Reference 473
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width ...
Category
Art Deco Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
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