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Vintage 1960s Lip Yellow Rose Gold Manual Wind Watch
Located in London, GB
This vintage Lip watch from the 60's is manual winding. The movement is LIP R138 and serial number
Category
Vintage 1960s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Wood Case and Dial Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Cartier Wrist Watch, 34 X 25 M.M. Wood and Gold Plaque 3 piece case. 17 jewel Mechanical
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Manual Wind Classic Tank Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Cartier Paris Classic tank watch, 30 X 23 MM 2 piece 18K Yellow Gold case, mechanical
Category
Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Baignoire vintage Yellow Gold Ladies Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Baignoire Ladies Wrist Watch, 30 X 22 M.M. 18K yellow Gold 2 piece case, 17
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Iconic Tank Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 23 X 22 M.M 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, 17 Jewel
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Piaget Vintage 1950s Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Ladies Watch
By Piaget
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this Vintage 1950's Piaget Platinum Diamond & Sapphire Ladies Watch. This
Category
Vintage 1950s French Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Van Cleef
Arpels Vintage Black Onyx Alhambra Yellow Gold Watch
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Black Onyx Vintage Alhambra Watch by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 8 Alhambra shaped
Category
2010s French Wrist Watches
Materials
Onyx
Cartier Baignoire Vintage Yellow Gold Ladies Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Baignoire Ladies Wrist Watch, 27 x 19 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Woman Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, Circa 1940
Located in Paris, FR
Mechanical ladies' watch circa 1940 in 18-carat yellow gold in the shape of a half-sphere set with
Category
Vintage 1940s French Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Small Vintage Women
s Watch Signed Omega In 18 Carat Gold
Located in Vannes, FR
This vintage Omega watch in 18-carat gold is an exquisite timepiece, combining luxury and timeless
Category
Antique 19th Century French Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Paris Classic Yellow Gold Manual Wind Tank Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Paris Classic tank watch, 30 X 23 MM 2 piece 18K Yellow Gold case, mechanical
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Chopard Geneve 18k White Gold Ladies
Watch with Diamonds
By Chopard
Located in Berlin, BE
Indulge in the luxury of the vintage Chopard Geneve 18k white gold ladies' watch, a true testament
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Riviera Paris Vintage Yellow Gold Ladies Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Riviera Paris Wrist Watch, 23 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, Sapphire crown
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Vendome Vintage Ladies Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Paris Vendome collection Wrist Watch, 22 X 26 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef
Arpels Yellow Gold Black Onyx Vintage Alhambra Bracelet Watch
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Black Onyx Vintage Alhambra Watch by Van Cleef
Arpels.
With 8 black onyx
Category
20th Century French Wrist Watches
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold
Cartier Paris Tank Watch Ref. 18684 Vermeil 925 Vintage 1978
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
A timeless Cartier Paris Tank wristwatch, reference 18684, from 1978. Crafted in 925 Vermeil (gilded sterling silver) with a classic manual wind movement.
Category
20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches
Materials
Vermeil, Silver
Cartier Paris Vintage Yellow Gold Manual Wind Classic Tank Ladies Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Cartier Paris Classic Ladies Tank Wrist Watch, 19 X 21 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage/Retro Mauboussin Watch, Diamond
Emerald in 18-K White Gold, Automatic
By Mauboussin
Located in London, GB
Exceptional quality Vintage watch by Mauboussin, set with emerald, diamond and onyx in 18-carat
Category
1990s French Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, White Gold, 18k Gold
CHANEL 1987 Vintage PREMIERE Watch M Black Leather and 24KT Yellow Gold Plated
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
. Overall the watch is in very good vintage condition for her age. Light discoloration on the gold hardware
Category
Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches
Materials
24k Gold
CHANEL 1987 Vintage PREMIERE Watch Black Leather and 24KT Yellow Gold Plated L S
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
. Overall the watch is in excellent vintage condition for her age.
Featuring:
Black octagonal watch face
Category
Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches
Materials
24k Gold
LIP Vintage Women Watch N.O.S Off White Dial Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
vintage LIP watch in 18-carat pink gold is a luxury accessory that perfectly combines retro style with
Category
Antique 1660s French Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Woman Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, Circa 1940 Tank Model Club Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Club brand mechanical ladies' watch circa 1940 Tank model in 18-carat yellow gold set with 2 rows
Category
Vintage 1940s French Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
LIP Vintage Women Watch N.O.S Off White Dial Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Carefully crafted, this LIP watch combines classic elegance with timeless charm. This vintage
Category
Vintage 1960s French Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Paris 18K Gold
Leather 28mm Manual Wind Ruby and Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
. Blue sword-shaped hands.
Vintage, circa 1980's. Kept in magnificent, working condition.
All original
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Cellini Womens 18k Gold Spider Dial Watch
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. The watch face has a unique shape worth noting. Usually on watches the oval is parallel with the band
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Chanel Mademoiselle Watch 18K Yellow Gold
Black Leather Chain Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
quintessential piece for collectors of vintage Chanel accessories. Worn by actress, Laura Dern for DuJour
Category
Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Swatch Automatic Black Circles SAB102
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
This beautiful and elegant vintage watch is the automatic Black Circle. A classic and rare piece
Category
1990s French Wrist Watches
Cartier Baignoire Vintage Wristwatch, circa 1980
By Cartier
Located in Aspen, CO
Cartier stores, this watch is mechanical and now a vintage collector's piece.
As Cartier writes, the
Category
Late 20th Century French Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Vermeil vintage argent/silver
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
case with a matching silver bezel, this model exudes vintage charm. The warm brown dial has a
Category
Antique 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches
Materials
Vermeil, Silver
Cartier Tonneau Duel Time Ladies Wristwatch, 18Kt, Vintage
By Cartier
Located in Manhasset, NY
A finely crafted timepiece with equal provenance. This stunning Cartier watch in its original never
Category
Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Centure Ladies Vintage Yellow Gold Mechanical Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Centure collection Wrist Watch, 23 X 26 M.M. 18K Yellow Gold 2 piece stepped
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Paris Vintage Tonneau Yellow Gold Mechanical Wristwatch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa late 1980 Cartier Paris Tonneau Wrist Watch, 46 X 26 Curved and Convex 18K Yellow Gold 2
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Lady Wristwatch
Located in London, GB
This Vacheron Constantin watch is fully made from 18K solid gold. It shows an interesting design
Category
Vintage 1960s French Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Ladies Mechanical Classic Tank Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Cartier Ladies Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 28 X 20 MM 18K Yellow Gold case. Manual wind
Category
Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Forties Ladies Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
This vintage watch is from the Forties and made by Cartier. The case is made in 18k Yellow Gold and
Category
Vintage 1940s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Baume
Mercier Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Baume
Mercier
Located in Poitiers, FR
.
Yellow gold oval ring, 18 carats, with spring.
Vintage watch of the 50s.
Numbered: 20351.
Total length of
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Vintage Gold Small Tank Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
It is said that good things come in small packages, and this vintage Cartier Paris Tank wristwatch
Category
Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Van Cleef
Arpels Ladies White Gold Vintage Alhambra quartz Wristwatch
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Mother Of Pearl Dial Vintage Alhambra Watch by Van Cleef
Arpels.
Details
Category
20th Century French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Must De Cartier Vermeil Gold Plated Argent Plaque Quartz
By Cartier
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer thisVintage Must De Cartier Ladies Vermeil Gold Plated Quartz Watch. The
Category
1990s French Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Vermeil
Vintage Cartier Panthère 22mm Yellow Gold Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Cartier Panthère PM – 18K Yellow Gold with Factory Diamonds
A classic Cartier Panthère in 18kt yellow gold, 22mm case size, set with factory diamonds (Ref. 1280). Quartz movement, ye...
Category
1990s French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Mauboussin “Fouga” Vintage Stainless Steel Travel Clock Box and Papers
By Mauboussin
Located in New York, NY
find a rare gem for serious watch and clock enthusiasts.
Condition & Care
Pre-Owned, Vintage
Expect
Category
20th Century French Contemporary Pocket Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier vintage Tank Louis Ref. 78086 - 18K Gold, Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
This vintage Cartier Tank Louis Cartier GM Ref. 78086 from the 1970s is a timeless classic
Category
20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage French Pocket Watch Wall Mirror in Brass, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A round brass pocket watch mirror made in France during the 1950s. Its frame is made from solid
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Outstanding Grouping (8) of Vintage Brass Pocket Watch Mirrors, France
Located in North Miami, FL
Over-the-Top Vintage grouping of eight (8) brass pocket watch wall mirrors in varying sizes
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Vintage French Rococo Jaeger Electric Wall Clock Watch, circa 1960s SALE
Located in Sofia, BG
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Vintage rare 1960s-1970s French Jaeger electronic clock
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Silver Vintage Pocket Watch Mirror
Located in Austin, TX
Vintage silver pocket watch mirror made of silvered metal in the Art Deco style. We love the fun
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal
Vintage Audoux Minet Style Nautical Wall Rope Clock Shaped Pocket Watch France
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Audoux Minet style nautical wall rope clock shaped in form of a pocket watch France
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Rope
Chanel Vintage
99 Yellow Rubber Watch Band Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Vintage '99 Yellow Rubber Watch Band Bracelet
Features "Chanel" in pink on bracelet
Made
Category
1990s French Link Bracelets
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Rare Collectable Steampunk Watch Pendant Necklace
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER rare and collectable vintage steampunk watch pendant necklace.
Gold tone snake
Category
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Watch Dial Dog Collar Choker Necklace
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage dog collar necklace featuring a domed resin inlaid watch dial and silver
Category
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Vintage Lederer Structured Brown Leather Handbag with a Watch
Gold Hardware
By Lederer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A rare find! Chocolate brown leather handbag stamped, "Made in France, Especially for LEDERER
Category
1950s French Top Handle Bags
Givenchy Vintage 1970s Watch Link Interlock Collar Choker Chunky Gold Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1970s Unisex Glow Watch Link Interlocked Collar Choker Chunky Statement Modernist
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Link Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Chunky Watch Link Interlock Collar Choker Silver Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
versatile, chasing different kind of jewellery, not matter where they are come from vintage or contemporary
Category
Vintage 1980s French Regency Choker Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Cartier France Crash 18 Karat Rose Gold Watch circa 1993
By Cartier
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This Cartier France "Crash" is in Rose Gold which was made for the Paris store. The design is a
Category
1990s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage High Fashion Pierre Cardin Watch in Original Case 70s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a vintage “New Old Stock” PIERRE CARDIN wrists watch with original box & hang tag
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Vintage Chanel Silver Watch
By Chanel
Located in Houston, TX
Authentic Vintage Chanel Watch in Silver
Hardware : Stainless Steel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Wrist Watches
CARTIER Woman
s Vintage Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier (Paris) 18 karat gold woman's "Tortue" bracelet watch with traditional cabochon sapphire
Category
French Wrist Watches
Materials
Sapphire
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French Vintage Watches For Sale on 1stDibs
Find an expansive variety of french vintage watches available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Our selection of items includes 270 vintage examples as well as 29 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 18th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of french vintage watches bearing modern or retro hallmarks are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Cartier, Hermès and Van Cleef
Arpels produced popular versions that are worth a look. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 40 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. There are many round cut, cabochon and brilliant cut french vintage watches for sale. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of french vintage watches, as most of the options available are for women.
How Much are French Vintage Watches?
Prices for french vintage watches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $360 and can go as high as $95,000, while french vintage watches, on average, fetch $5,005.
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 French Vintage Watches
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To date a vintage LeCoultre watch, the best approach is to use the serial number. You can cross-reference the number on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources to determine its year of production. The serial number appears on the watch's movement, so it's necessary to remove the case back to examine it. If you're unfamiliar with how to do this safely, you may wish to have an authorized repair person open your watch. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Jaeger-LeCoultre watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wind a vintage Omega watch by twisting the crown at the side in a clockwise direction. Stop winding once you feel the movement of the crown stop. Browse a range of authenticated vintage and contemporary Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To identify your vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. Those made before 1944 have seven-digit numbers; from 1944 on, the numbers have eight digits. On vintage models, the serial number is engraved on the inside of the case back.You can cross-reference this number online to find out what model your watch is. Explore a wide variety of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024All Elgin watches are at least vintage, if not antiques. In the 1960s, the Elgin National Watch Company discontinued its watch production, and by the 1980s, the Elgin brand was phased out completely by the company it had previously merged with. Since any timepiece between 20 and 99 years old is vintage, many Elgin watches fall under that category. Any Elgin watch that is 100 years old or older is antique. You can identify an antique Elgin watch using the serial number, which you'll find inside the movement. By cross-referencing the serial number found on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources, you can identify its year of production. If your watch doesn't have a serial number, it was likely produced in the 18th century, making it an antique. If you'd like assistance with dating your watch, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of Elgin watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The best vintage Omega timepiece to buy is largely a matter of personal preference. The Seamaster and Speedmaster are two timeless options available in a variety of finishes and styles. No matter which watch you choose, only buy from a reputable dealer or online platform to ensure you receive an authentic timepiece. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To authenticate a vintage Cartier watch, remove the case back and you’ll see the brand name inscribed. “CARTIER” is located at the seven o’clock or ten o’clock markers and “SWISS MADE” under the six o’clock marker on genuine watches. Counterfeiters often omit these details or even spell the brand name wrong. Cartier watches have a substantial weight due to the high quality materials used to craft the timepiece, and a lightweight watch could be an indication that your piece is a fake. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of genuine Cartier timepieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell if a vintage Gucci watch is real, look for a serial number on the back of the case and/or on the original box if you have it. Then, contact Gucci customer service by phone for assistance with authentication. If you are unable to find a serial number, the best approach is likely to take the timepiece to a knowledgeable appraiser who can authenticate the item. Find a range of Gucci watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Unless you have training in jewelry repair, you should not take the back off a vintage Omega watch on your own. Opening the timepieces requires a specially designed tool available only to jewelers authorized to service Omega watches. Shop a selection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, some old vintage watches are worth something. There is often a market for vintage pieces from well-known watchmakers, such as Patek Philippe, Omega, Rolex, TAG Heuer, Audemars Piguet, Longines and Breitling. Generally, the maker, type, materials, age and condition will largely determine the potential value of a vintage timepiece. If you'd like to find out how much your watch may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. Explore a variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can check if your vintage Omega watch is the real deal by cross-referencing the serial number stamped on the watch. The serial number is seven to eight digits long, and if it doesn’t match the company’s database, this is a serious red flag that can indicate that the piece is fake. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Many watch lovers believe that vintage Cartier watches are a good investment. French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the best-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, many people only used pocket watches.) Louis Cartier designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to check the time more easily while flying. Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, inspired by the linear forms of World War I military tanks, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Cartier watches is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Cartier watches and other watches on 1stDibs.
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