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Vintage Bulgari Vacheron Constantin Watch 1970s
By Bulgari
Located in PARIS, FR
Tubogas Bracelet Watch in 18k Gold and Two Row Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Circa 1970s
Back Wind
Category
Vintage 1970s European Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond
1970s, Stainless Steel Vintage Automatic / Mechanical Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful 37mm diameter 1970’s vintage watch is in good working condition but I cannot
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Benrus Stainless Steel Divers Watch, 1970s
By Benrus
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's Vintage Benrus Divers Watch. Base Metal & Stainless Steel case, that measures in at 37mm
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Wakmann Chronograph Stainless Steel Watch, 1970s
By Wakmann
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's Vintage Wakmann 2 Register and Date Chronograph Stainless Steel Tonneau watch with Original
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage 1970s Gold-Plated Ladies Mechanical Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful pre-owned vintage hand-winding ladies watch is working and ticking well. Visible
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s Tissot Seastar Ladies Mechanical Watch
By Tissot
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful pre-owned vintage hand-winding ladies watch is working and is running well and it
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Caravelle Automatic Ladies Swiss Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful vintage mechanical watch is working and it is running well. Visible tiny scratches
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Silver Plate, Stainless Steel
Rare Vintage 1970s ASTRAL Steel Electronic Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This Classic Charming Dynotron Electronic movement Watch is in good working condition and it is
Category
Vintage 1970s British Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Vintage Vulcain Cricket Golden Voice Ladies Watch, 1970s
By Vulcain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's Vintage Vulcain Cricket Golden Voice Ladies Watch. Yellow Gold Plated & Stainless Steel
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Tudor Prince Oysterdate Reference 7964 Watch, 1970s
By Tudor
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's Vintage Tudor Prince Oysterdate Ref. 7964 14k Yellow Gold Shell over Stainless Steel case
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage 1970s Silver Marcaseed Mechanical Ladies Bracelet Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful vintage hand winding silver bracelet watch is in good working condition and it is
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Silver
Vintage 1970s Gold-Plated Junghans Quartz Gents Watch
By Junghans Uhren GmbH
Located in Carlisle, GB
This charming pre-owned vintage battery operated watch is in good working condition and it is
Category
Vintage 1970s German Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s Omega Seamaster Ladies Stainless Steel Watch
By Omega
Located in Carlisle, GB
This manual winding vintage watch is working and ticking well. The dial is a bit tired and worn
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s AU20 Gold-Plated POLJOT Mechanical Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful and classic hand winding watch is in good working condition and it is running well
Category
Vintage 1970s Russian Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s Gold-Plated Services Ladies Mechanical Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful tiny pre-owned ladies mechanical watch is working and is ticking well. The dial is
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s Gold-Plated Bulova Accutron Men
s Watch
By Bulova
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful pre-pwned 37mm diameter battery operated Watch is in good working condition and it
Category
Vintage 1970s American Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Bucherer 2-Register Stainless Steel Chronograph Watch, 1970s
By Bucherer
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's - 1980's Vintage Bucherer 2 Register Chronograph Stainless Steel watch with Original Blue
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Bulova Sea Hunter Diver Stainless Steel Watch, 1970s
By Bulova
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's Vintage Bulova Sea Hunter Ref. 11933 Diver's Stainless Steel watch with Locking Rotating
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Longines Olympian Day-Date Stainless Steel Watch, 1970s
By Longines
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's Vintage Longines Olympian Day-Date Automatic Ref. 3102 Stainless Steel watch with Unique
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage 1970s Gold-Plated / Stainless Steel Rado Automatic Watch
By RADO
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful vintage mechanical watch is in good working condition and and it keeps a good time
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Stainless Steel Seiko 5 Automatic Gents Watch
By Seiko
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful 39mm diameter vintage mechanical watch is in good working condition and it is
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Heuer Temporado Stainless Steel and Plastic Watch, 1970s
By Heuer
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's Vintage Heuer Temporada Ref. 733809 2 Register Chronograph Plastic Case and Stainless Steel
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage 1970s Stainless Steel Citizen Chronograph 8110 Automatic Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This charming pre-own 38mm diameter vintage automatic watch is working and it is running well
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Stainless Steel Mechanical Cushion Shape Rotary Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful pre-owned manual winding Swiss Watch is in good Working condition and it is ticking
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Gold-Plated and Stainless Steel 1970s Oris Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful Pre-owned vintage Swiss Mechanical Watch is in good Working condition and it is
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Gold Filled Vintage 1970s Edox Hydrostar Delfin Mechanical Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful and classic hand winding watch is in good working condition and it is ticking nicely
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Stainless Steel Roamer Searock Automatic Ladies Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful pre-owned automatic ( self winding) ladies watch is in good working condition and it
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Benrus Divers Base Metal and Stainless Steel Watch, 1970s
By Benrus
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's Vintage Benrus Divers Watch. Base Metal & Stainless Steel case, that measures in at 37mm
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Wakmann Automatic Chronograph Base Metal
Stainless Steel Watch, 1970s
By Wakmann
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's Vintage Wakmann Automatic Day - Date 2 Register Chronograph Base Metal watch with RARE
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage 1970s Stainless Steel Blue Dial Swiss Mechanical Gents Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This charming pre-owned vintage hand winding Swiss Watch is working and is running well. It keeps a
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 1970s Vintage Favre-Leuba 25 Jewels Automatic Watch
By Favre Leuba
Located in Carlisle, GB
This charming Pre-own 36mm diameter(excluding crown) vintage mechanical watch is working and it is
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Stainless Steel Blue Dial Ladies Seiko Automatic Watch
By Seiko
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful vintage mechanical/ automatic watch is in good working condition and it is running
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1970s Vintage Gold-Plated and Stainless Steel Back Swiss Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This charming mechanical swiss watch is in good working condition and it is running well. Visible
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Bueche Girod Vintage Watch 1970s Gold and Tiger
s Eye Gem
By Bueche Girod
Located in PARIS, FR
Circa 1970s
Gold and Tiger Eye Gemstone
Length: 18cm
Width: 6.5cm dial, 1.8cm chain
Signed on the
Category
Vintage 1970s European Wrist Watches
Materials
Tiger s Eye, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage Elgin Chronograph Yellow Gold-Plated and Base Metal Watch, 1970s
By Elgin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
a 1970's Vintage Elgin 2-Register Chronograph. Yellow Gold Plated & Stainless Steel case. 36mm wide
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Vintage 1970s Gold-Plated Slava 26 Jewels Date Mechanical Gents Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful vintage hand-winding USSR Watch in in good working condition and running well (it
Category
Vintage 1970s Russian Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Rolex Chronometer Reference 8940 Watch, 1960s-1970s
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960'S - 1970'S Vintage Rolex Chronometer Ref. 8940 36 mm Wide 18k Yellow Gold watch with Original
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage 1970s Zenith XL-Tronic Gold-Plated/ Stainless Steel Men’s Watch
By Zenith
Located in Carlisle, GB
This Vintage Gold Plated/ Stainless Steel back watch is working and running well with its swift
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
1970s vintage Gold-Plated / Stainless Steel Roamer Automatic Vanguard 316 Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This charming pre-owned mechanical watch is working and and is running well. Visible signs of
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Gold-Plated and Stainless Steel Back SLAVA Mechanical Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This charming pre-owned manual winding made by the USSR watch is in good working condition and it
Category
Vintage 1970s Russian Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Gold-Plated SS Back Omega Automatic Seamaster Cosmic 2000 Watch
By Omega
Located in Carlisle, GB
This charming pre-owned vintage automatic Watch is in good working condition and it is running well
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s Gold-Plated "Tuning Fork" Bulova Pat. with Sweep Seconds Watch
By Bulova
Located in Carlisle, GB
This pre-owned vintage battery operated watch is in good working condition and it is running well
Category
Vintage 1970s American Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage 18 Karat Gold Longines Ultra-Chron Automatic Wrist Watch, 1970s
By Longines
Located in Bologna, IT
A vintage 18K gold Longines Ultra-Chron automatic, dating from the 1970s.
BRAND
Longines (product
Category
Late 20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Elgin Automatic Day-Date Base Metal and Stainless Steel Watch, 1970s
By Elgin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960's Vintage Elgin Automatic Day - Date Base Metal with Stainless Steel Case Back with Original
Category
Vintage 1970s American Wrist Watches
Vintage Rolex 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Watch, 1960s-1970s
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960's - 1970's Vintage Rolex Ladies Ref. 9111 18K Yellow Gold watch with Silver Dial with Applied
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage 1970s Tissot Automatic Ladies Wristwatch
By Tissot
Located in Carlisle, GB
This vintage watch is working and running well. The silver plated case is a bit tarnished as shown
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Materials
Silver Plate, Base Metal
Vintage 1970s Longines Automatic Ultra-Chron Wristwatch
By Longines
Located in Carlisle, GB
This Pre-owned vintage Automatic watch is in Good Working condition and is running well. tiny
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Gold-Plated TISSOT Ladies Wristwatch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful Tiny mechanical vintage watch is working and ticking well. Visible tarnished marks
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
1970s Vintage Gold-Plated Stainless Steel Tissot Automatic Seastar
By Tissot
Located in Carlisle, GB
1970’s Vintage Gold Plated Tissot Automatic Seastar
This beautiful 36mm vintage self winding
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Swiss Made Mechanical Stopwatch for Gallenkamp
Located in Carlisle, GB
This vintage hand winding Swiss Stopwatch is in good working condition and it is ticking and runs
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver Plate, Base Metal
Vintage Steel Tissot Seven 7 Automatic Wristwatch, 1970s
By Tissot
Located in Bologna, IT
A vintage steel Tissot Seven 7 automatic wrist watch, dating from the 1970s.
The buckle watch is
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Vintage Steel Tissot Seven 7 Automatic Wristwatch, 1970s
By Tissot
Located in Bologna, IT
A vintage steel Tissot Seven 7 automatic wrist watch, dating from the 1970s.
Both the buckle and
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Vintage 1970s Stainless Steel Tissot Navigator Sonorous Alarm Wristwatch
By Tissot
Located in Carlisle, GB
This Rare Vintage 37mm wide and 44mm long cushion shaped, 33mm face diameter mechanical Alarm watch
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Zodiac 2-Register Chronograph in Stainless Steel, 1970s
By Zodiac
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's Vintage Zodiac 2 Register Chronograph Stainless Steel Case with Original Two Tone Blue
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage 18 Karat Gold Omega Electronic Seamaster Wristwatch, 1970s
By Omega
Located in Bologna, IT
A vintage 18K gold Omega Electronic Seamaster Chronometer wrist watch, dating from the 1970s
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Gold Eterna Matic Sevenday Automatic Wristwatch, 1970s
By Eterna Matic
Located in Bologna, IT
A vintage 18K gold Eterna Matic Sevenday automatic wrist watch, dating from the 1970s.
It has its
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Leonidas Easy Rider 1-Register Chronograph with a Plastic Case, 1970s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's Vintage Leonidas Easy Rider 1 Register Chronograph RARE Plastic Case watch with Original
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
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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
- What was worn in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion 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, 2022Yes, 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.
- Was velvet used in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, 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.
- What is 1970s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024What 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.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
- 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.
- Were there watches in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, 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, 2022Go-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, 2022Yes, 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, 2023Some 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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, 2023The 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.
- What is a vintage-style watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024A 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, 2024There 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.
- How old is my vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024To 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023Which 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, 2024To 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, 2022Seiko 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, 2024To 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.
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