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Vintage 1970 s Corum 18k Gold Ladies Diamond Cocktail Watch
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vintage 1970's Corum 18k yellow gold ladies cocktail watch, with its original gold dial and
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Piaget Watch Automatic Circa 1970 s in 18k
By Piaget
Located in Wailea, HI
Vintage Piaget Watch Automatic Circa 1970's in 18k A refined example of Piaget’s timeless
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 1970’s Cartier 18KT Dress Watch – Manual Wind Cal. 96
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1970’s Cartier watch featuring a 24.5mm 18KT yellow gold case distinguished by elegant
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Steel Omega Speedmaster Vintage 1970 s Chronograph Wrist Watch Ref. ST145.022
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Steel Omega Speedmaster Vintage 1970 's Chronograph Wrist Watch Ref. ST145.022 With Omega Extract
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Vintage 1970’s Chopard Ref. 5047-1 Gold Oval Dress Watch – Quartz
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1970’s Chopard reference 5047-1 featuring a 26mm oval 18KT yellow gold case with smooth
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Chopard 18K Yellow Gold 1970 s Bark Finish Lapis Dial 1970 s Wrist Watch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous 18K yellow gold bangle bracelet watch by Chopard, 1970s vintage. We love when
Category

20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970 s Zodiac Sea Wolf Vintage Vietnam Era Divers Watch - Stainless Steel
By Zodiac
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1970's Zodiac Sea Wolf Vintage Vietnam Era Divers Watch - Stainless Steel Historic Vietnam-Era Tool
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1970s Mickey Mouse mechanical Wrist Watch
By Helbros
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Mickey Mouse Wrist Watch by Helbros, 23 M.M. Stainless Steel 2 piece case with Water
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1970 s Enicar Ladies Vintage Watch - Owned Worn By Olivia Newton-John
By Enicar
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1970's Enicar Ladies Vintage Gold Plated Watch - OWNED & WORN BY OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN Certificate of
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Nivada Depthmaster Scubapro Divers Watch, "tuna can Monocoque Case, 1970 s
By Nivada Grenchen
Located in Canterbury, England
diving in the 1970s, when this watch was produced, Scubapro worked to manufacture a robust and efficient
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

1970 s Omega Geneve Vintage Mens TV Shaped Watch with Original Tropical Dial
By Omega
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
This is a large watch ca' mid 1970's-Omega Geneve automatic. Measuring approx. 36x43mm, comes with
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

1970 s PULSAR Vintage Ladies 14K Gold P. Watch - OWNED WORN BY LORETTA YOUNG
By Pulsar
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1970's PULSAR Vintage Ladies 14K Gold Plated & Diamond Watch - OWNED & WORN BY ACTRESS LORETTA YOUNG
Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Wrist Watches

Materials

Mixed Metal, Stainless Steel

1970 s OMEGA DE VILLE Vintage Mens Full Size SS Steel Watch - Mint with Warranty
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1970's OMEGA DE VILLE Vintage Mens Full Size Automatic Watch with Royal Blue Vignette Dial - Stainless
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Ceinture vintage 1970s Yellow Gold Mid Size Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Ceinture mid size Wrist Watch, 27 X 27 M.M 2 piece 18k Yellow Gold case
Category

Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Geneve Chronostop Watch, 1970s
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Omega Chronostop Geneve automatic with a matte grey dial from the 70s. Keeps great
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Omega Geneve Daydate Watch, 1970s
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Omega Geneve automatic day date with a silver dial from the 70s. Keeps great time
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Vintage Gruen Precision Chronograph 1970 s, Ref. # 770R, 2 Register Cal # 7733
By Gruen
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Gruen Precision Chronograph 1970's Ref. #770R, Cal. Valjoux #7733 Description / Condition
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Longines Admiral Watch in Steel, 1970s
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Longines Admiral automatic with a silver sunburst dial from the 70s. Keeps great
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

1970s Native American Silver Malachite Stone Watch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1970s Native American Silver Malachite Stone Watch—a breathtaking statement piece
Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Wrist Watches

Materials

Malachite, Silver

Zodiac Ultra Slim 18k Gold 34mm Mens Manual Wind Dress Watch 1970s Vintage NA130
By Zodiac
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, 18k solid gold Men's Zodiac manual wind ultra slim dress watch, c.1970s, in
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 1970s Bucherer 18KT Yellow Gold Rectangular Dress Watch – Manual Wind
By Bucherer
Located in New York, NY
A refined 1970s Bucherer dress watch, featuring a 27mm x 22mm rectangular 18KT yellow gold case
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vacheron Constantin Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1970s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Vacheron Constantin cushion case manual wind in 18K yellow gold with a champagne
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Cellini Watch in 18K White Gold, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Cellini Reference manual wind in 18K white gold with a grey sunburst dial
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Chopard Blue Lapis Lazuli 18K Gold 26mm Vintage Watch Circa 1970s
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Chopard unisex watch with a rare blue lapis lazuli dial and 4 asscher cut diamonds. Elegant
Category

Vintage 1970s Baroque Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Rolex Air King 5500 Cream Dial Watch, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Air King precision reference 5500 automatic with a silver cream dial from
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 1601 Silver Linen Dial Watch, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 1601 automatic with a clean silver linen dial on a
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver

Rolex Datejust 1603 Silver Sigma Dial Watch, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 1603 automatic with a clean silver sigma dial on a
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver

Boucheron Vintage Bamboo Anyolite Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Watch France 1970s
By Boucheron
Located in Lisbon, PT
BOUCHERON ‘Bamboo’ anyolite and diamonds manual watch in 18kt yellow gold, France, 1970s. Embodying
Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970 s Jaeger-LeCoultre Vintage Mens "Egg" Memovox Alarm Reveil - Stainless Stee
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1970's JAEGER-LECOULTRE Vintage Mens "Egg" Memovox Alarm Reveil - Stainless Steel Original Condition
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Montre Royale Opal Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Roy King Montre Royale in 18K Yellow Gold Manual Wind with a factory black opal
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Gondolo Watch in 18K White Gold, 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
gold—a rare vintage square-cased model that speaks volumes through subtle design and timeless
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, 18k Gold

Piaget Hobnail Watch in 18K White Gold Silver, 1970s
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Piaget tank manual wind in 18K white gold with a silver hobnail dial and bezel
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Silver

Corum Brown Dial Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1970s
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Corum manual wind tank in 18k yellow gold with a beautiful brown sunburst dial
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust 1603 Lavender Dial Watch in Steel, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 1603 automatic with a lavender/ taupe sunburst dial (the
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Audemars Piguet Watch in 18K Gold with Diamond Dial, 1970s
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
case is 18K white gold. Keeps great time and is fully functional. The watch is dating to the late 1970s
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Vacheron Constantin Stardust Dial Watch in 18k white gold, 1970s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in New York, NY
white gold—a masterpiece of 1970s design that blends ultra-thin engineering with bold, sculptural
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Audemars Piguet Two-Tone Zebra Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Discover a truly exceptional timepiece: the Audemars Piguet “Zebra,” an ultra-rare vintage watch
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 1603 Silver Wideboy Dial Watch in Silver, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here’s a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 1603 automatic silver wideboy dial from the 1970s
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver

Audemars Piguet Lapis Dial Watch in 18K White Gold, 1970s
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Audemars Piguet manual wind in 18k white gold with a blue lapis stone dial on a
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Cellini Blue Vignette Watch in 18K white gold, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Cellini manual wind in 18K white gold with a blue vignette dial from the 70s
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Patek Philippe Champagne Hammer Dial Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
hammered gold bracelet. This vintage masterpiece embodies the unique, sculptural elegance of the 1970s
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Piaget 9151 Blue Lapis Dial Watch in 18K White Gold, 1970s
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Piaget reference 9151 manual wind in 18k white gold with a blue lapis stone dial
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex 6426 Silver Dial Manual Wind Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex reference 6426 manual wind with a silver dial from the 1970s. 34mm stainless
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Seiko Superior Watch. SEIKO 4883-8000 Vintage 1970s SEIKO Day Date With Japanese
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Band material: Stainless steel Materials: Stainless steel Power: Battery Readout: Analog
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold Diamonds w Oyster Perpetual Band 1970 s
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Period: 1970's Date of Manufacture: Unknown Condition: Excellent. Seller Location: Los Angeles , CA
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Baume Mercier Tiger Eye Dial Watch in 18K yellow gold, 1970s
By Baume Mercier
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Baume Mercier tank manual wind in 18K yellow gold with a brown tiger eye
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava Arte Suizo Signed Watch in 18k yellow gold, 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava reference 3445 automatic in 18K yellow gold with a silver
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Seamaster Cosmic Grey Dial Watch in Stainless steel case, 1970s
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Omega seamaster cosmic automatic date with a grey sunburst dial from the 70s
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Cellini 3805 White Roman Dial Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Cellini Reference number 3805 manual wind in 18K yellow gold with a white
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pierre Cardin By Jaeger Espace / PC117, Asymetrical case of steel gold, 1970 s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Canterbury, England
Made in France, our vintage Space watch (Espace) reference PC117 was a collaboration between Pierre
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Rolex Rivet Oyster Bracelet, 19mm Lug Width Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex rivet Oyster bracelet from the 1970s with 19mm lug width. Constructed in
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex OP 1501 Silver Vertical Stripe Dial Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here’s a vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual reference 1501 automatic with a silver vertical stripe dial
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage IWC 18KT Gold Coral, Onyx Diamond Wristwatch, 1970s
By IWC
Located in Braintree, GB
: Manual-wind • Era: 1970s Vintage • Type: Hardstone Diamond Dress Watch Condition Report Good
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Rivet Oyster Bracelet, 19mm Lug Width Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex rivet Oyster bracelet from 1970 with 19mm lug width. Constructed in
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 35mm Mens Automatic 1970s Vintage RA607B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY HILLS
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1024 34mm Gold Capped Mens Automatic 1970s Vintage RA545B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
those special occasions. THE FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1024 34mm Gold Capped Mens Automatic 1970s Vintage RA545
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Watch is all original. Fitted on new aftermarket leather strap and buckle. A gorgeous vintage classic
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

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1970s Watch Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 1970s watch vintage for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Stainless Steel and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. If you’re looking for a 1970s watch vintage from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 1970s watch vintage over the years, but those made by Rolex, Piaget and Cartier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A 1970s watch vintage can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 14, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also uncut and baguette cut versions for sale. Most of our 1970s watch vintage for sale are for men, but there are 221 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a 1970s Watch Vintage?

Prices for a 1970s watch vintage can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $108 and can go as high as $75,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,186.

Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About 1970s Watch Vintage
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Yes, there were watches in the 1960s. The first recorded wristwatch dates back to 1868, when Patek Philippe, a watchmaker founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek, designed a timepiece for Countess Koscowicz of Hungary. Shop a collection of vintage watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The gold content of a vintage watch will depend on the make and model of the watch. Gold is a popular choice for luxury watches due to its finish and yellow-golden hue that can be achieved through gold or gold-plated bands. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted vintage watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The easiest way to determine if a watch is vintage is to look for a date on the back. If the date is more than 20 years old, the timepiece would be considered vintage. If a watch lacks a date, a certified appraiser has the knowledge and experience needed to determine its age. Find a variety of watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    A vintage-style watch is a contemporary timepiece with a design that draws inspiration from watches produced in previous eras. To be considered a vintage watch rather than a vintage-style watch, a timepiece must be at least 20 years old. Antique watches are at least 100 years old. Explore a wide variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    There is no single most sought-after vintage watch. Trends in collecting do vary over time, but some watches have reached an iconic status and tend to remain popular among collectors year after year. Examples of such watches include the Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513, the Omega Speedmaster Professional Ref. 105.003, the TAG Heuer Monaco Ref. 1133B, Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 96, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref. 5402, the Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921, the Longines 13ZN Chronograph, the Zenith El Primero Ref. A384, the Tudor Submariner Ref. 7928, the Breitling Navitimer Ref. 806, the IWC Big Pilot Ref. 5002, the Cartier Tank Louis Cartier, the Breguet Type XX, the Universal Genève Polerouter, the Seiko 6139 "Pogue," the Hamilton Ventura and the Omega Seamaster 300 Ref. 165.014. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    To determine how old your vintage watch is, first do some research using trusted online resources. Start by looking at the back of your watch to see if there are any numbers, such as serial or model numbers. Cross-referencing these numbers with online reference guides can often give you a rough idea of when a watch was produced. If you can't find any type of identifying number, you can learn more about the maker to find out when it crafted similar watches or have a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert assist you with the dating process. Shop a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, pocket watches peaked in popularity in the 1800s. The first pocket watch was created in Germany in 1510, but was originally too large for a pocket. In the 1600s, the design began to get more compact, but for a long time pocket watches were a rarity and a symbol of wealth. Shop an array of antique pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    To identify a vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. On most vintage timepieces, this number appears on the inside of the caseback. By cross-referencing the number with the information provided by trusted online resources, you can learn what model your watch is and discover other details like its ownership history. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Omega watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Seiko watches include a few different identifying marks. Before 1970, serial numbers were seven digits, and limited-edition models had a piece number. Modern Seiko watches have a six-digit serial number, which includes the manufacturing date. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Seiko watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify a vintage Hamilton watch, grab a magnifying glass and look for its model number, serial number and case number. Most timepieces produced by Hamilton will display one, two or all three of these numbers. The model and case numbers generally appear on the back of the case, and you can usually find the serial number on the lugs. You can enter these numbers into the search tool on the National Association of Watch Clock Collectors's official website to learn about your watch's age, style name and other characteristics. If you have any difficulty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of vintage Hamilton watches.