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Item Ships From: California
Gubelin Stainless Steel Valjoux 72 Chronograph Doctors Pulsation Watch, 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gubelin Switzerland STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Screw Back Case Style Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 44mm X Diameter 38mm CIRCA: 1940's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Cal. Valjoux 72...
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1940s Swiss Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bulova Gold Filled Multi Color 1960's Ladies Watch with Original Bracelet
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Multi Color / Modernist Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow, Gold and Rose Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Le...
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1960s American Modernist Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Rolex Ladies Datejust Blue MOP Rainbow Diamond Dial Sapphire Diamond Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 6917-TT-BMOP-DIA-AM-BDS-OYS Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Mother Of Pearl Rainbow...
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1980s Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Bracelet From 1973 Rare Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1973 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diamet...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust With Rare Original Patinated Black Dial 1958
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 6605 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1958 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm X Diameter 36mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 25 Jewels / Caliber 1065 DIAL / HANDS: Factory Original Black Dial with Silver Baton Markers / Silver Baton Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Factory Original Jubilee Bracelet, 20mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is an early example of the Datejust with an exceptionally fine Caliber 1065 Movement. This is the same movement used in the early Sub Mariner...
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1950s Swiss Modern Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Datejust with Custom Vuitton Strap And Sage Green Dial 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 36mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels / Caliber 1570 DIAL / HANDS: Custom Made Sage Green with Baton Markers / Baton Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Custom Made 'Louis Vuitton" Leather, 20mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic vintage Rolex has a custom finished dial made by our specialty custom dial house. It is made to "Rolex of Switzerland" rigorous specifications. However, it did not originally come on this watch. All the other mechanical parts on this watch are original, in fact it still has its original factory rating. You can only get this rating when all the mechanical parts are original. This watch is fitted with a unique strap which was hand made by our specialty strap maker in France. It is produced from an original vintage Louis Vuitton suit case...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Panerai Luminor PAM01270 PAM 1270 Blue Dial Stainless Steel 40mm Box Paper
By Panerai
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: PAM01270 / PAM 1270 Model: Luminor Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Leather Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Blue Dial Face: Sapphire Crysta...
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2010s California - Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Made Mother of Pearl Dial, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm ...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Longines Watch 18k Gold Diamond
By Longines
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Longines watch crafted of 18k gold, featuring diamond. The hexagonal watch face is framed by a textured gold bezel, adding dimension to the design. The black dial and slim hands ma...
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1970s Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Gothic "Jarproof" Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch circa 1940's Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gothic Jarproof Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Wi...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Citizen Homer Date 32mm Parashock Gold Capped Mens Manual Wind 1970s NOS RJC212
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Citizen Homer Date gold-capped manual wind watch, c.1970s, new old stock, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous,...
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1970s Japanese Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Engine Turned Bezel 1957
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6565 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1957 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diamet...
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1950s Swiss Modernist Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel "Bubble Back' with Original Dial from 1946 or 47
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back / Reference 3372 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1946 / 47 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 32mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber "N.A." DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Gold Baton Markers / Dauphine Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 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 and has the very desirable Thunderbird Machined Bezel. We have just serviced this rare watch and it comes with our 18 month warranty and our lifetime service commitment. If you are looking for a watch as a gift for someone born in 46 or 47 this might be just the watch for them. It is also supplied with an original "ladder" or "bamboo" bracelet. These bracelets were available as an option for all the Rolex...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Baume & Mercier Platinum Handmade Ladies Art Deco Watch, circa 1940s
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Baume & Mercier Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum / Diamond CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 58mm X Width 10mm MOV...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Vacheron & Constantin Yellow Gold Late Art Deco Manual Winding Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
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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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Black Dial and Papers circa 1970
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 15010 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 42mm X Diameter 35mm CIRCA: 197...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA544
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1966, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applied baton index hour markers, silver Rolex pencil...
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1960s Swiss Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Oversized "Ovatoni" with Original Dial from Mid-1950s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Ovatoni / Reference 6075 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 35...
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1950s Swiss Modernist Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Le Coultre 14Kt. Yellow Gold in New Old Stock Condition Hand Made, circa 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: LeCoultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century / Modernist METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm x Diameter...
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Mid-20th Century California - Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Rare Reference 5504 20mm Bracelet Air King All Original Late 1959
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5504 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Late 1959 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm x Diameter 36mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 25 Jewels / Caliber 1530 DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Baton Markers / Dauphine Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Original Oyster Bracelet 20mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT I have only ever had a few of these, and have not seen one in many years. This early Air King that is all original and, with its original 20mm Oyster Bracelet. It is also fitted with the Caliber 1030 Butterfly oscillating weight. This is the only time Rolex produced the Air...
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1950s Swiss Modern Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe 4908/200G 18K WG Ladies Twenty-4 Diamond case and dial Circa 2010
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Patek Philippe 4908/200G; Ladies Twenty-4 diamond case and dial. The watch is made in 18K white gold with the White Gold Bracelet. The watch was made in 2010 and sold ...
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2010s Swiss Art Deco California - Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. by Haas Neveux Platinum Art Deco Watch circa 1920's Dial by Stern
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Haas Neveux & Co. for Tiffany & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum / Diamond and Sapphire CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZ...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 Automatic 1970s w Rolex Pouch RA190T
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref.1500 automatic, c.1972, with Rolex pouch. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, unique Rolex signed smoke silve...
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1970s Swiss Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Mens Rolex Ref 1601 Oyster Datejust 18k SS Automatic 1970s Vintage RJC189B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.1601 automatic, c.1971. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed champa...
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1970s Swiss Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Chronograph 5960/14-001 Mint Condition date:2015
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unwornwatches presents timeless sophistication with this Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Chronograph in stainless steel, reference 5960/14-001. Known for its exceptional complications...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Divan Rare Tank Divan Diagonale White Gold Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Divan Diagonale REFERENCE: 2786 SIZE: 45 x 20mm CASE: 18k White Gold & Diamonds DIAL: White BAND: Satin MOVEMENT: Quartz ORIGINAL FACTORY DIAMONDS In fantastic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold

Bulova Gold Filled Art Deco Automatic with Original Dial from 1954
By Bulova
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Round METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1954 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 31mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Automatic Winding / 23 Jewels...
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1950s Modernist Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual 67193 18k 25mm Gold SS Automatic 1980s Luxury RA457
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Rolex 18k gold and stainless steel Lady Oyster Perpetual automatic, c.1986, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex...
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1980s Swiss Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shape with Original Dial from 1930's
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 45mm X Width 2...
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1930s American Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 16203 Silver Arabic Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel Box Paper 2003
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16203 Serial: Y830*** Year: 2003 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow...
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Early 2000s California - Wrist Watches

Luxurious Like New Ladies Chopard 18 Karat Watch With Diamond Face and Bezel
By Chopard
Located in Tustin, CA
Exquisite, like brand new, ladies estate 18 karat white gold Chopard dress watch features a beautiful mother of pearl face, with Roman numerals a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Patek Philippe 5109G Large massive oversized Thin dress Watch Full Set Circa2005
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Patek Philippe 5109G Large massive oversized rectangular flat dress watch made in 18K white gold. Measuring 30 x 43 x 6 mm. The watch is fitted with an 215 caliber ...
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Early 2000s Swiss Art Deco California - Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

International Watch Co. Stainless Steel Automatic circa, 1940's
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: I.W.C. / Schaffhausen STYLE / REFERENCE: Round METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm x Diameter 35mm MOVEMENT / CA...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Rare Dial circa, 1973
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1973 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diamet...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's Articulated Lugs
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Articulated Lugs METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm Lug Tip t...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date With Factory Original Dial, circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm x...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Ref 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Date Automatic 1980s RA488
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.16013 automatic, c.1987, in excellent aesthetic and working condition. Verified authentic by a...
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1980s Swiss Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original White Dial, circa Late 1978's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Late 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 4...
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1970s Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Red Dial and Engine Turned Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diame...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe 2488J Manual Wind Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This 2488J vintage rectangular Patek Philippe watch features sub-seconds dial, and a choice of watch straps. In today's fashi...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern California - Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Omega Dark Side of the Moon 311.92.44.51.01.003 Chronometer Ceramic Box Booklet
By Omega
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 311.92.44.51.01.003 Model: Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon Case Material: Black Ceramic Band: Coated Nylon Fabric Strap Bezel: Black Ceramic Dial: Black Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 44.25mm Includes: -Omega Box...
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2010s Swiss California - Wrist Watches

Art Deco Diamond Encrusted Cocktail Wrist Watch, Platinum
Located in West Hollywood, CA
art deco rectangular face platinum wrist watch set with rose diamond encrusted case, round 9k white gold snake link wristband with clasp closure. Stamped
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Rolex Silver Tonneau Shape with Rare Original Breguet Engine Turned Dial 1920's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Tonneau / Reference 575 METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36 X Width 26mm MOVE...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 16014 36mm 18k White Gold SS Automatic 1970s RA520
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's Rolex 18k white gold and stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.16014 automatic, c.1978, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master wa...
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1970s Swiss Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare, Bulls Eye Dial from 1958 Caliber 1060
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6552 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1958 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 40mm Length X Diamet...
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1950s Swiss Modern Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Custom Deep Blue Dial, Diamond Markers, 1960s
By Rolex
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 39 X Diame...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Hamilton 14Kt White Gold "Spur" Watch circa 1920's
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference "Spur" METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt White Gold / Kiln Fired Enamel Print CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm X Diameter 34mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 19 Jewels / Caliber 979 DIAL / HANDS: Original Sterling Silver with Kiln Fired Enamel Print / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / BRACELET: Leather, 12mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT Yikes... we never see this model and have only seen a few in the last 50 years, and never one with what appears to be the original box. This was one of Hamiltons most legendary wristwatches and it is exceptional condition. Since it has been in a vault for about 50 years the price includes a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker. Asymmetrical models are among the most sought after wrist watches in the vintage world. Hamilton produced one of the earliest and most intriguing examples, which they called the "Spur" for obvious reasons. it was first introduced in 1928, the Spur remained in production until 1932. Oddly, it only appeared in the Hamilton catalogs for a single year, 1930. It can be presumed that the "Great Depression" had something to do with this. This rare timepiece boasts a distinctive case with a black enamel bezel. The Spur started a trend with Hamiltion and they next produced the "Piping Rock" models. The Spur has hidden lugs that are tucked behind a series of cascading fins, creating a truly unique design. A tiny watch, even by vintage standards, the Spur features a delicate 12mm strap. Originally priced at $125, production numbers were limited, with a total of 1,183 pieces created: 683 in white gold, 499 in yellow gold, and a single, elusive example in green gold. Just two years later, in 1928, Hamilton introduced another groundbreaking design: the "Piping Rock." This watch featured a tonneau-shaped gold case with a striking black enamel bezel. Its unique aesthetic captured the attention of the era, and it was chosen to commemorate the New York Yankees' World Series victory that same year. Specially engraved editions were presented to legendary players like Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth, solidifying the Piping Rock's place in Hamilton's history of iconic timepieces. HAMILTON HISTORY The wrong train, on the wrong track, at the wrong time at the end of the 19th century frequently resulted in disastrous train wrecks. In response to the critical need for accuracy on the nation’s railroads, laws were passed in 1891 establishing set standards of accuracy. All engineers and railroad workers were required to purchase and maintain their watches to keep accurate time based on set standards, about 30 seconds per week was the tolerance. This was the inspiration for The Hamilton Watch Company which was founded in 1892 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The company was started by a group of investors who were looking to create a high-quality, American-made watch. Hamilton quickly became a leading manufacturer of pocket watches, and by the early 1900s, the company was supplying watches to the US military. In 1917, Hamilton introduced its first wristwatch for service men entering the first World War. The wristwatch quickly became popular with both soldiers and civilians recognizing how practical they were. Hamilton continued to grow throughout the 1920s and 1930s, and by the 1940s, the company was one of the largest watchmakers in the world. Hamilton had exceptional engineers and designers, and their watches were elegantly styled as well as dependable. As a watchmaker myself I consider Hamilton to be one of the worlds “best” watches. It was mass produced perfection. Even today, you can take 100 old Hamilton’s of the same model apart and shake them up in a bag and reassemble 100 watches that will work perfectly with almost no adjustment. This is an achievement. In the early 1930’s our family store in Los Angeles was the a “Hamilton” Store. Even during the depression though Hamilton did not allow you to discount the price to sell a watch. Also, in the neighborhood was another Hamilton store and one day the owner sent in a “shill” to buy a Hamilton from us. Someone gave them a slight discount. Well, that was all it took for Hamilton to “pull the line” from us. In those days the local jewelry supply houses sold you the watches and they were all told not to sell to us. We simply contacted Gruen, and they were very excited to have a new account in Los Angeles and we immediately became a Gruen Store. A few months later, the other jeweler in the neighborhood went out of business and Hamilton came back to us asking if we wanted “the line” again. No thanks was the response and we never carried Hamilton again. During World War II, Hamilton supplied watches to the US military again. In addition, with contracts for the Navy, they produced the world’s most accurate navigational chronometers. The company also developed several new technologies for use in military watches. After the war, Hamilton continued to innovate, and the company introduced several new watch designs for the future. Unfortunately, they made one very poor executive decision in the 1950’s. Having invented the first “electric” or battery watch they decided to launch it before all the “bugs'' were worked out. Too many of them failed and at the same time, Bulova launched their version of the electric, or battery watch called the Accutron. It did not fail and that was the demise of one of America's most successful and influential companies. Their watches, however, still live on and parts are available and the average Hamilton, with only average care, will last hundreds of years. Their commitment to excellence has never been surpassed by any watch company. The Hamilton Spur...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 35mm Mens Vintage Automatic 1970s RA604B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless iconic classic, Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1501 Date automatic, c.1972, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver d...
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1970s Swiss Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 34mm Automatic 1960s Vintage Swiss RA461B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Ref.1002 Oyster perpetual automatic dress watch, c.1967, in excellent working condition, unrestored. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous...
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1960s Swiss Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Black MOP Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : Dial : Custom Black Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial (This dial i...
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1970s Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Unique Red Dial circa, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm "Lug Tip to ...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Steel Round Button Chronograph with Original Dial, circa 1950s
By Breitling
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Breitling Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / "Waterproof" Style / Reference 777 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: 1950's DIMENSIONS: Length 46mm X Diameter 38mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Luminous Arabic and Baton Markers / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator Flat...
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Midsize 178240 31mm Blue Roman Dial Stainless Steel Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 178240 Serial: 41919*** Year: 2019 Model: Rolex Datejust Midsize Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel ...
Category

2010s California - Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 41 Blue Stainless Steel Watch 126300
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
ROLEX Datejust Oyster Perpetual 126300 Blue Dial Luminescent Stainless Steel Hands & Hour Markers Polished Stainless Steel Fixed Bezel Case Date Feature at 3 o'clock mark Officially ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Custom Green Dial, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42...
Category

1970s Swiss Modern Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Zenith 18Kt Solid Gold Tonneau Shape Curvex Style circa 1930's
By Zenith
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Zenith Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau / Curvex METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm, Lug Tip to...
Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Waltham 14k Solid Gold Rare Art Deco Watch with Original Gold Dial 1935
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Premier Series / Round METAL / MATERIAL: 14k Yellow Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1935 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 28mm X Diameter...
Category

1930s American Art Deco Vintage California - Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

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

Early 2000s Swiss California - Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Wittnauer Yellow Gold Filled with Rare Engine Turned Dial Automatic Watch, 1950s
By Wittnauer
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Wittnauer Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Dress Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA: 1950's DIMENSIONS: Length 38mm X Diameter 34mm MOVEMENT /...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco California - Wrist Watches

Vacheron Constantin Ladies Cambree Asymmetric 25515/U01G-9233 18K White Gold
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 25515/u01G-9233 Model: Asymmetric Cambree Case Material: 18K White Gold Band: 18K White Gold Bezel: Original Diamond Bezel Dial: Silver Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Si...
Category

Early 2000s California - Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

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