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Mermod Geneve Yellow Gold Open Face Keyless Pocket Watch
Located in Firenze, IT
18ct gold, with hinged double case back, crown winding and setting, enamel dial with printed black Roman hour markers and outer Arabic five minute chapter, steel Louis XV hands, sub...
Category
20th Century Swiss Victorian Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow 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 Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage
Rare Omega Geneve Dress Watch, 18K Yellow Gold. Excellent Condition.
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and rare Omega Geneve features an 18k gold case (34mm) with attractive and unusual
Category
1960s Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold
Omega Genève Dynamic ST535.015 ( 565.015 )Cal. 630 Manual Rare Green Dial Watch
By Omega
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Omega
Model: Geneve Dynamic
Reference ST535.015 ( 565.015 )
Country Of Manufacture
Category
1970s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Omega Genève Ref 1110116 Oversized 30x42 mm Manual Wind Gold Plated Watch
By Omega
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Omega
Model: Geneve
Reference Number: 1110116
Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland
Category
1970s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel, Gold Plate
18K Yellow Gold Baume
Mercier Geneve ref 1830 Swiss Quartz Rectangle Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Geneve,
ref 1830
is in great condition & in excellent working order
Dating back to 1980’s
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
PATEK PHILIPPE, Geneve
Book
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
shops, Patek Philippe & Co. Today, The watches of Patek & Czapek and Patek Philippe & Co, Tourbillons
Category
20th Century Geneve Vintage Watch
Vintage Geneve 14 Karat Yellow Gold Woven and Rope Bracelet Watch with Tassels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Geneve 14 Karat Yellow Gold Woven and Rope Bracelet Watch with Tassels . The watch has 4
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Omega Automatic Men
s Watch Geneve Solid Yellow Gold Swiss Made 7"
By Omega
Located in Greer, SC
Superb vintage Omega Automatic watch, Geneve Swiss Made with a stunning 18k solid yellow gold mesh
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold
Midsize Audemars Piguet Geneve 18K Gold 32mm Manual Wind Dress Watch 1950s NA132
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's midsize/unisex 18k solid gold Audemars Piguet classic dress watch, c.1950s
Category
1950s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
18k Gold
L.U. Chopard Genève Lady Cocktail Watch with Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold
By Chopard
Located in Berlin, BE
that exudes elegance and sophistication. Crafted in the 1960s, this exquisite cocktail watch is a true
Category
1960s French Aesthetic Movement Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
V Rare 18K Gold Baume
Mercier Geneve Baumatic 30 jewels ref 35048 Watch w Date
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Performed in 18K Solid Gold,
this sophisticated timepiece
by Swiss luxury watch brand Baume
Category
1970s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
18k Gold
Omega Genéve Automatic, Vintage Men
s Wristwatch, 1960s
By Omega
Located in bronshoj, DK
Omega Genéve Automatic, Vintage Men's Wrist Watch, 1960s.
In very good condition.
The clock works
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Geneve Vintage Watch
Universal Genève Skeletonized Automatic No. 295 Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Universal Genève
Located in Firenze, IT
Ref. 151.11.662. Made in the 1990s.
Very fine and elegant, thin, skeletonized, self-winding, 18K yellow gold wristwatch
Case:
two-body, solid, polished and brushed, rounde...
Category
1990s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Universal Geneve Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch, 1960s
By Universal
Located in Dallas, TX
Universal Geneve 14K Yellow Gold Men's Watch - Manual winding. 14K Yellow gold round case (32 mm
Category
1960s Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe
Co. Genéve Yellow Gold Lady
s Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek Philippe & Co. Genéve Yellow Gold Lady's Wristwatch
A Patek Philippe & Co. lady's wristwatch
Category
Late 20th Century Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Baume
Mercier Geneve 34mm 14k Gold Date Wristwatch
By Baume
Mercier
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Bauer & Mercier Geneve 34mm 14k Gold Date Wristwatch. The watch case and back is made of
Category
1980s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Universal Geneve Mid Century Ladies Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Exceptional vintage Cartier Universal Genève manual wind dress watch in 18k yellow gold circa 1960
Category
Mid-20th Century Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Omega Geneve, al 552, Rare
Attractive, Excellent Condition
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage 35mm case Omega Geneve with cal 552 automatic movement, features a rare and attractive
Category
1990s Geneve Vintage Watch
Tiffany
Co. Universal Geneve Ladies Wristwatch 18 Karat Gold Midcentury
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
watch is in fine working order. The wonderful "Madmen" style watch is signed Universal Geneve Tiffany
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Retro Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef
Arpels Universal Geneve Wood Dial Steel Mechanical Wristwatch
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Universal Geneve Retailed by Van Cleef & Arpels Rare Wood Dial Wrist Watch, 31 MM
Category
1970s French Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Steel
Omega Geneve ladies
wristwatch with a black leather strap. 1970s.
By Omega
Located in bronshoj, DK
Omega Geneve ladies' wristwatch with a black leather strap.
1970s.
In good condition with signs of
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Geneve Vintage Watch
Rare Jean Perret Geneve QJ 3826 Gold Plated
Stainless Steel
By Jean Barthet
Located in New York, NY
Rare Jean Perret Geneve QJ 3826 Gold Plated & Stainless Steel Quartz Men's Watch in mint condition
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Artist Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Gold Plate, Steel, Stainless Steel
Omega Genève in 18 kt. Yellow Gold Ref. 131 041
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Omega Genève in 18 kt. Yellow Gold Reference 131 041 , Collectors Rare in 18 kt !
Movement
Category
20th Century Swiss Artisan Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Stainless Steel Geneve Silvered Dial Arab Numbers Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Firenze, IT
Ref. 2503. Made in 1950’s
Case three-body, polished and brushed, curved lugs, snap on case back.
Dial silvered with applied gilt arab numbers and arrow baton, subsidiary dial for the...
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Omega Stainless Steel Geneve Silvered Dial Arab Numbers Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Firenze, IT
BERNARDO ANTICHITÀ PONTE VECCHIO FLORENCE
Ref. 2503. Made in 1950’s
Case three-body, polished and brushed, curved lugs, snap on case back.
Dial silvered with applied gilt arab number...
Category
1950s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel, Silver, Steel
Vintage Omega Geneve Automatic, Excellent Condition
for age
, circa 1974
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Omega Geneve automatic features a 36mm gold capped case with gold tone dial and black
Category
1970s Geneve Vintage Watch
Patek Philippe Ref 3588 Genève Wristwatch Made in the 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Firenze, IT
. 35 mm. Thickness 6 mm
This watch is illustrated on page 170 in the book "Patek Philippe - Kult-Objekt
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Raymond Weil Geneve ref 5524. 18 Carat Yellow Gold. Excellent Condition.
By Raymond Weil
Located in Canterbury, England
Our neo vintage Raymond Weil Geneve reference 5524 quartz features a mid size 30 x 35 mm case of
Category
1990s Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vacheron
Constantin Geneve Heavy Silver Keyless Lever Open Face Deck C1940S
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Vacheron & Constantin Genève heavy silver keyless lever open face deck watch with its original
Category
20th Century Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Silver
Omega Geneve Quartz Wristwsatch, TV Shaped Case, Heavy Gold Plate, c1978.
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and very attractive Omega Geneve Quartz, features day and date functions. The TV
Category
1970s Geneve Vintage Watch
Mens Omega Geneve Dynamic 41mm Jumbo Automatic 1970s Rare All Original JM17
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique and rare vintage classic, Men's Omega Geneve Dynamic all-stainless steel sports watch, c
Category
1970s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mens Patek Philippe Geneve 3519 18k Gold Hand Wind with Paper 1970s RA370
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's 18k solid gold Patek Philippe Geneve Ref 3519 manual wind dress watch, c
Category
1970s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Audemars Piguet Geneve 18k Solid Gold Mens Ultra Thin Manual Wind 1970s RA537
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
FROM BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA, USA
Watch Description
BRAND : Audemars Piguet
MODEL : Geneve
Category
1970s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
Midsize Patek Philippe Geneve 3566-1 18k White Gold Manual, c.1970s LV630
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-wind dress watch, c.1970s, all original, in immaculate condition. Verified authentic by a master
Category
1970s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Steel Tudor Sky Rocket Geneve with Original Luminous Dial and Hands 1940
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tudor Watch Company / Rolex Geneve
STYLE / REFERENCE: Sky Rocket
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1940s Swiss Modernist Geneve Vintage Watch
Mens Rolex Cellini Geneve Ref 3806 32mm 18k Solid Gold Manual Wind 1970s RA474
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's 18K solid gold Rolex Cellini 3806 manual wind dress watch, c.1974, in
Category
1970s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Rolex Steel Tudor Sky Rocket Geneve with Original Luminous Dial and Hands 1940
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tudor Watch Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Sky Rocket
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Geneve Vintage Watch
Ladies
Antique Universal Geneve 2.25ctw Manual Wind 17j Diamond Dress Watch
By Universal Genève
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an antique, ladies', Universal Genève wrist watch crafted from solid .900 platinum. It
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Chopard 0.80ct Diamond Gold Watch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
is signed Chopard Geneve. The band of the watch is signed Chopard and the lock is signed with Chopard
Category
20th Century Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Raymond Weil Gold Plated Herringbone Band Automatic Watch with Rhinestones
By Raymond Weil
Located in London, GB
Raymond Weil Geneve automatic Swiss gold plated watch in good working condition, with a herringbone
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Tiffany
Co. yellow Gold Rectangular Hooded Hinged-Lug Strap wristwatch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
: Swiss made 16 jewels Universal Geneve Benrus Watch Co AXZ
All of our pre-owned watches have been fully
Category
1950s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega
Geneva
White Face and Black Lather Strap, Circa 1970
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
lather pattern strap. In mint condition.
Omega Vintage Geneve Stainless Steel Automatic Watch
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Geneve Vintage Watch
Rolex Yellow Gold Top Oyster Essex with Original Dial from 1940
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Font movement and the watch is signed under the dial ROLEX GENEVE. The watch is called a 3/4 size and
Category
1940s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Patek Philippe Geneve Brown Leather Travel Watch Case New Cushion
Card Swiss
By Patek Philippe
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Patek Philippe - Geneve Switzerland
Item: Travel Watch Case
Material: Brown Leather
Comes
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Geneve Vintage Watch
Rare Universal Geneve Stainless Steel Chronograph c. 1940
s
By Universal Genève
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Universal Geneve watches ever produced. This chronograph has a 24-hour dial and was sold by the Rome
Category
1940s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Universal Geneve Stainless Steel Compax Wristwatch
By Universal Genève
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This Universal Geneve is in mint condition with a rare dial configuration. The dial is all original
Category
1940s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Universal Geneve Stainless Steel Compax Wristwatch
By Universal Genève
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a very attractive Universal Geneve Compax from the 1960s. The watch is in mint condition
Category
1960s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Universal Geneve Stainless Steel Polerouter Automatic Wristwatch
By Univeral Geneve
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Universal Geneve Polerouter reference 20360-2 with an automatic microrotor movement.
Category
1950s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Universal Geneve Stainless Steel Polerouter Sub Wristwatch
By Universal Genève
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a rare stainless steel Universal Geneve Polerouter Sub automatic wristwatch, circa 1960's
Category
1960s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Universal Geneve Stainless Steel Tri-Compax Wristwatch
By Universal Genève
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a beautiful example of a Universal Geneve Tri-Compax from the 1960s. The bombay style case
Category
1960s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Universal Geneve Yellow Gold Tri-Compax Chronograph Wristwatch
By Universal Genève
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an exceptional example of a Universal Geneve tri-compax from the 1960s in 14k yellow gold
Category
1960s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Universal Geneve Stainless Steel "Polerouter Super" Automatic Wristwatch
By Universal Genève
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Universal Geneve Polerouter Super with a tuxedo style dial, a micro rotor automatic movement
Category
1970s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Universal Geneve Métiers d
Art Cloisonné Ref 112167
By Universal Genève
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Universal Geneve Métiers d'Art Dress Ref 112167 cloisonné enamel dial depicting two Knights on
Category
1950s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Universal Geneve Stainless Steel Uni-Compax Ref 224100 Wristwatch
By Universal Genève
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Universal Geneve Uni-Compax reference 224100 with a light copper two register dial .
Category
1950s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Universal Geneve Rose Gold Polerouter Limited Edition Date Automatic Wristwatch
By Universal Genève
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Limited edition Universal Geneve Polerouter Date with a black quadrant dial, rose gold hour
Category
1960s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Universal Stainless Steel Polerouter Sub Automatic Wristwatch circa 1960s
By Universal Genève
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a rare stainless steel Universal Geneve Polerouter Sub automatic wristwatch, circa 1960s
Category
1960s Swiss Geneve Vintage Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
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Geneve Vintage Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate geneve vintage watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect geneve vintage watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a geneve vintage watch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Universal Genève, Omega and Favre Leuba are consistently popular. A geneve vintage watch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 2 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a geneve vintage watch, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.
How Much is a Geneve Vintage Watch?
On average, a geneve vintage watch at 1stDibs sells for $2,175, while they’re typically $220 on the low end and $7,250 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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.
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Questions About Geneve Vintage Watch
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most Patek Philippe Geneve watches are similar in their adjustments. Turn the crown clockwise to wind the watch once per day, and use the small push buttons on the side of the case to set other parameters like month and day. On some less complicated models, everything is adjusted by unscrewing the crown and putting it in different positions. Consult the brand’s website for more specific setting instructions. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and contemporary Patek Philippe watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024How much a Patek Philippe Geneve watch is in dollars varies. Prices depend on its materials, number and type of complications, model, availability and other factors. Generally, starting prices are between $20,000 and $25,000, and the highest-priced timepieces produced by the Swiss luxury watchmaker cost upwards of $500,000. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Patek Philippe 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 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 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 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 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 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 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, 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 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 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.
- 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.
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