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Art Deco Platinum Filigree Pocket Watch Fob Chain 8 Gram 1920s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco Filigree Platinum Pocket Watch Fob Chain
Length 20.5 Inch
Measurements 14 mm filigree
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Materials
Platinum
Antique White Gold Mechanical Ring Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Ring Watch, 18k White Gold with hand engraved design work, the oval top measures 7/8 X
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco More Rings
Materials
18k Gold
Antique 18k White Gold Mechanical Ring Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Ring Watch, 18K White Gold case and shank both having hand engraved design work, the
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco More Rings
Materials
18k Gold
Zenith Gold Wrist Watch 1920
s
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Zenith Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Tank Rectangle
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Illinois White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1920
s Hand Engraved Case
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
: White Gold-Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 31mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, White Gold
Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Leather Strap by Illinois, 1920s
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in McKinney, TX
movement
- By Illinois
- Circa 1920s
- Estate acquired
- Good vintage condition with wear commensurate
Category
Vintage 1920s American Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Zenith 14 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Tank Style Watch, circa 1920s
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 14Kt. Yellow Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 34 mm x 25 mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Pearl Bracelet 1920
s Diamond Watch
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The vintage watch face is made of diamonds set on white gold, and dates circa 1930s. Watch face is
Category
American Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Onyx, White Gold
Standard Nickel Silver Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch 1920
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 43mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 7 Jewels / Caliber
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Enamel Inlay Octagonal Manual Watch, 1920
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
. Yellow Gold
DIMENSIONS: 28mm X 25mm
CIRCA: 1920's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding/ 15 Jewels
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Rolex Steel and Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch, circa 1920
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Steel & Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 33mm X Width 15mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Patek Philippe Platinum Ladies Art Deco Dress Watch circa 1920
s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum, 18Kt.
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 32mm Length X 15mm Width
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
Rolex 9Kt Gold Art Deco Tank Style Watch circa 1920
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: Early 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 20mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Vacheron Constantin Platinum and 18Kt. Gold Ladies Evening Watch Circa 1920
s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Long Beach, CA
legendary house of Vacheron & Constantin produced this hand made watch some time in the 1920's. The watch is
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Patek Philippe Platinum Art Deco Hand Made Ladies Dress Watch, Circa 1920
s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
produced by the legendary house of Patek Philippe in the early 1920's. We never see watches by such a
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Biltmore Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shaped Pocket Watch from 1920
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Width 42mm
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Bulova Art Deco 14Kt Solid Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch circa 1920
s
By Bulova
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 14Kt Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm X Width 14mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold
Vintage 1920
s Art Deco Diamond Platinum Ladies Mesh Watch
Located in Miami, FL
. This mesh link flexible watch was created in 1920's era. Featuring 16 larger bagguet cut Diamonds
Category
Vintage 1920s Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Gruen White Gold filled Ladies Art Deco Watch 1920
s with Sterling Silver Dial
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
-Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X Width 17mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, White Gold
Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Original Stern Dial, 1920
s
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 56mm X Width 45mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Tiffany
Co. by Agassiz 18Kt Solid Gold Art Deco Pocket Watch circa 1920
s
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 45mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cuervo Y Sobrinos Nickel Art Deco Tank Watch from 1920
s with Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
: German Nickel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm x Width 22mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
18K White Gold 1920
s Vintage Tiffany
Co. Watch 22mm
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Tiffany & Co. watch in 18k white gold, circa 1920.
The inside of the case is stamped 18k
Category
Vintage 1920s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold 1920s Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Pocket Watch, 44 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 3 piece case with embossed Enamel
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bucherer White Gold Ring Watch, circa 1920s
By Carl F. Bucherer
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Carl Bucherer 14K White Gold Ring Watch that also can be worn as a lapel watch by
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Patek Philippe 1920s White Gold Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Pocket Watch, 43 M.M. 18k White Gold 3 piece case. 18 Jewel Nickle lever
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany
Co. by C. H. Meylan Platinum and Diamomd Art Deco Ladies Watch 1920
s
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum and Diamonds
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm X
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Audemars Piguet 18Kt Art Deco Watch circa, 1920
s Dial by Stern Freres pre Patek
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Long Beach, CA
Solid White Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 36mm Length X 24mm Width
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Omega Steel Open Faced Enamel Dial Pocket Watch from 1920
s
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
pocket watch sometime in the 1920's. Remarkably, the watch is still fitted with a flawless enamel dial
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
H. Moser Yellow Gold Gondolo Watch, circa 1920s
Located in Long Beach, CA
. Solid Gold
DIMENSIONS: Length 53mm X Diameter 32mm
CIRCA: 1920's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 15 Jewel / Wolves
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Howard Stainless Steel Art Deco Exhibition Back Watch, circa 1920
s
By Howard
Located in Long Beach, CA
toll on all but the most robust watch companies. During the 1920’s Howard produced the 12-size caliber
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Howard Stainless Steel Art Deco Exhibition Back Watch, circa 1920
s
By Howard
Located in Long Beach, CA
the most robust watch companies. During the 1920’s Howard produced the 12-size caliber which was a
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
1920
s Art Deco Glycine Platinum Ladies Watch, Diamonds 3.56cttw, Sapphires
By Glycine
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage 1920's Platinum Glycine Ladies Watch With 114 Single Cut Diamonds of approximately 3.56cttw
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1920s 0.60tcw Diamond Platinum Ladies Watch
Located in Towson, MD
One 1920s platinum Art Deco ladies quartz movement watch featuring fifty round single cut diamonds
Category
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1920s Platinum and Diamond EWC Pocket Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Cartier Pocket Watch, 45 M.M. Platinum 3 Piece case with Diamond set case perimeter
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe 1920s Yellow Gold Mechanical Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Pocket Watch retailed by Spaulding & Company, 47 M.M. 18K Yellow Gold 3
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Art Deco 1920s Diamond Onyx Platinum Watch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco platinum watch pendant, set with onyx case, decorated with diamonds. Case measures 53mm
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Masonic Mother-of-Pearl Gilt Pocket Watch, circa 1920s
Located in Dallas, TX
Masonic Mother of Pearl Gilt Pocket Watch Circa 1920's - Manual winding; Movement made by Timpor
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
1920s Tiffany
Co. Ruby Diamond Platinum Pocket Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Tiffany & Co. Art Deco platinum pocket watch from the 1920s. Set with natural rubies (approx. 3
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco Tiffany
Co. Cocktail Watch, c.1920s
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Art Deco period comes this beautiful Tiffany & Co. cocktail watch. Crafted in 18
Category
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 1920s EWC Gold Platinum Gem Set Pendant Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Cartier Ladies pendant watch, 27 M.M. 18K Yellow Gold 3 Piece case with with Platinum
Category
Vintage 1920s French Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Cartier, Paris Art Deco 1920
s Diamond
Onyx Wrist Watch in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in Boston, MA
timekeeping.
This timepiece exemplifies Cartier's craftsmanship. Made in 1920, this watch is a fine example
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Rolex 9Ct. English Market Ladies Watch with Original Cartouche Dial, 1920
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Military Campaign Style
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Tiffany
Co. Platinum Art Deco Ladies Diamond Dress Watch, 1920s
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Platinum and Diamonds
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 30mm Length X 22mm Width
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Agassiz 18Kt. Gold Oversized Watch for Tiffany
Co. Stern Freres Dial 1920
s
By Agassiz
Located in Long Beach, CA
Pocket Wrist Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Solid Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
1920s Rose Gold Split Seconds and Minute Repeater Pocket Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Split Seconds and Minute Repeater Functions Pocket Watch, 50 M.M. 14K Rose Gold Case
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Patek Philippe for Tiffany
Co. 1920s Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe for Tiffany
Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company pocket watch, 18K Yellow Gold 45 M.M. 3 piece case
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Tiffany
Company 1920s Platinum Diamond and Onyx Ladies Bracelet Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum Diamond and Onyx Bracelet Watch, the watch itself
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Circa 1920’s Bremen 14K Rose Gold Sterling Silver Back Manual Wind Watch
Located in Houston, TX
. watch is equipped with a jewelry clasp. The serial number on the strap is "18".
Pre-owned in excellent
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Tiffany Platinum and Rose Gold Oversized Wrist Watch by Touchon, circa 1920s
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Platinum and Rose Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 50mm X Diameter 42mm
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Extreme Art Deco Ruby and Diamond, circa 1920s Lady
s Watch Girard Perregaux
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Wailea, HI
Extreme Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Circa 1920's Lady's Watch Girard Perregaux
Seventy Six Calibrated
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Ruby, Platinum
Patek Philippe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Gondolo Watch, circa 1920s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 40mm X 26mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Longines 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Manual Watch, circa 1920s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
)
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold
DIMENSIONS: Length 50mm X Width 31mm
CIRCA: 1920's
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Shreve
Co Platinum Ladies Art Deco Diamond Dress Watch with Leather Cord 1920s
By Shreve
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Platinum
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X Width 14mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Gruen 14kt Solid Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch handmade 1920s with Diamond Bezel
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 14Kt. Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm X Width 20mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Rolex 9ct. Solid Gold Made for the British Commonwealth, circa 1920
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 26mm X 21mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels
DIAL
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Vacheron
Constantin 18Kt, Yellow Gold and Enamel Art Deco Wristwatch, 1920
s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 18kt Yellow Gold and Enamel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 29mm x Diameter 22mm
Category
Vintage 1920s Wrist Watches
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1920s Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact 1920s watch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 12282 vintage or 34 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a 1920s watch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Finding an appealing 1920s watch — no matter the origin — is easy, but Cartier, Tiffany
Co. and Georg Jensen each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A 1920s watch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 5315, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. An old european cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and old mine cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 1920s watch, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is a 1920s Watch?
Prices for a 1920s watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $66 and can go as high as $475,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,876.
Finding the Right Watches for You
Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs.
While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind.
Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. 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.
Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic 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 watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory.
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.
When shopping for a watch, 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 exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs that includes Cartier watches, Rolex watches, Patek Philippe watches and more — we promise it will be worth your time.
Questions About 1920s Watch
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023In the 1920s, fashionable colors included jewel tones. Fashion, jewelry, furniture and decorative objects often featured jade green, deep reds, amethyst purple, dusty mustard yellow and peacock blue. Find a range of 1920s-era jewelry and fashion on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023In the 1920s, brides often wore tubular-shaped slip dresses with a beaded tunic over top. Hemlines usually fell just below the knee or to the ankle, and many gowns had dropped waists. For headwear, brides often showed off veils attached to cloche or flapper-style headbands. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of wedding dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- What era is 1920s jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023What era 1920s jewelry is depends on its design. Most people associate this decade with the Art Deco movement, which took inspiration from eclectic sources like Cubism, ancient Egypt and Native American, African and Asian motifs. However, some pieces produced during the 1920s are more in line with the style trends of earlier periods, such as Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Victorian. Explore a diverse assortment of 1920s jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024The clothing style in the 1920s that most people think of first is the flapper style. Women who dressed in this style sported loose-fitting, short dresses, often outfitted with drop waists and fringe. Small cloche hats and headbands were signature accessories of the flapper look. During the decade, pleated tennis skirts and cardigan sweater sets left the courts and became staples of some women's everyday styles. For men, soft collars replaced stiff, starched ones, and simple single and double-button suit jackets worn without waistcoats became trendy. Trousers also took on a new shape with wider-cut legs, and Oxford bags gained popularity. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1920s apparel and accessories.
- What are 1920s dresses called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The iconic dresses from the 1920s are called flapper dresses. This name comes from the term flapper, which was used to describe young women during the period who enjoyed personal fulfillment and independence in American cities, particularly as they gained the right to vote and enjoy other freedoms previously reserved for men. Flappers danced at jazz clubs and upended most societal restrictions placed on women at the time, and fashion statements typically attributed to flappers included short “bob” haircuts, higher hemlines and other then-audacious style choices. Find a selection of flapper dresses on 1stDibs.
- What is 1920s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Flappers were young women known for their energy who pushed the boundaries of freedom for women of that era. The classic image of a 1920 flapper is a party girl who wore make-up, lingerie and a knee-length, straight silk dress. Flappers often had shorter hairstyles, like a bob. Find a variety of 1920s nostalgia items, including flapper dresses, on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In the 1920s, flappers often wore straight, fitted dresses with plunging necklines and knee-length hems. Fringe was a common embellishment used at the time. Flappers also sported pumps and opted for bras and lingerie instead of corsets for undergarments. Shop a variety of vintage clothing on 1stDibs.
- What do I wear to a 1920s party?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To a 1920s party, you can wear a short fringed or beaded flapper dress, layers of long beaded or pearl necklaces, elbow-length gloves and a feathered headband. Another option is to wear an off-white men's suit. Shop a selection of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023There are no specific criteria for what makes a military watch a military watch. However, people may call watches "military" if they resist damage due to shocks, are highly waterproof, accurate and easy to read in extreme environments. On 1stDibs, find a selection of military watches.
- What is a Genève watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Genève watch is a watch stamped with the Hallmark of Geneva, a quality seal awarded to watches that meet strict criteria in regards to its finishing and materials. Browse a variety of Genève watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A vintage watch is any watch that is at least two decades old. A model number can usually be found on a watch's movement for identification purposes, and date marks on the back of a watch can usually tell you if it is vintage. Vintage timepieces have made a comeback for serious collectors as well as casual enthusiasts all over the world. Find a collection of vintage watches on 1stDibs today.
- What is a watch roll?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A watch roll is a convenient protective case for your watches and accessories. It is compact and lightweight, which makes it perfect for traveling. Shop a watch roll collection from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
- What is the rarest watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024What the rarest watch is varies due to the changes in the market that occur over time. However, many luxury watches are rare due to limited production. Examples include the Rolex 4133 “Split-Seconds,” the Patek Philippe 3974, the Patek Philippe Ref. 1518 in steel, the Bao Dai Rolex Ref. 6062 and the Vacheron Constantin Chronometre Royal Ref. 4907. Explore a wide variety of watches from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a snowflake watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are two watches that are known as snowflake watches. One snowflake watch is also known as Reference SBGA211 by Grand Seiko. It’s one of the brand’s best known watches and is very popular. Its unique dial resembles a snowflake. The Reference 9411 Tudor Submariner is also called the snowflake because the second hand looks like a snowflake. Shop vintage and contemporary watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a watch complication?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021With respect to watchmaking, a complication refers to any feature of a timepiece that is in addition to the display of hours, minutes and seconds. The most common complications include displaying the date, the day of the week or a stopwatch feature.
- What is a Bucherer watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Bucherer watch is a timepiece made by the company Carl F. Bucherer. Carl-Friedrich Bucherer founded the watchmaker in 1888. His company has the distinction of being one of the oldest Swiss watchmakers to still remain under the ownership of the founder's family. Shop a variety of Bucherer watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a moonphase watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A moonphase watch is designed to recreate the different phases of the moon on the dial. The aperture is usually curved so that it looks like the moon is waxing and waning.
- What is a moonphase on a watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A moonphase on a watch shows the current phase of the moon as you see it in the sky. Having an accurate moon phase in a watch is a little more difficult than it would seem because a lunar cycle lasts 29 days, 12 hours and 44 minutes meaning that a 135-tooth gear is necessary to drive the moon disc optimally for the exacting standards of watchmakers. Shop a collection of vintage and new moonphase watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What is an Atlas watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The term Atlas watch can refer to one of two things. Tiffany Co.’s line of luxury watches is the Atlas range. Timepieces in the collection draw inspiration from the Tiffany Atlas clock produced in 1853. The St. Moritz Watch Company also produces titanium timepieces called Momentum Atlas or Atlas for short. On 1stDibs, find a variety of watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
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