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Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Piaget Ladies Wrist Watch, 18K Yellow Gold 28 X 23 MM Cushion shape, water resistant
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Tank Paris Rare original diamond set chequered dial ladies 16121 watch
By Cartier
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ladies AGE 1990's CASE DIAMETER 24 mm CASE SIZE 24mm by 30mm BOX & PAPERS Box, manuals & open
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1.50 Carat Diamond and Platinum Ladies Cocktail Fob Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. The watch has a black minute and hour hand, and the maker's name 'HELVETIA'. The manual wind movement
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ladies 1940 s Rose Gold Patek Philippe
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Removeable 14K Rose Gold Link Bracelet ( not Patek Signed ), Manual wind movement.
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, 14k Gold

Cartier Ladies Yellow Gold Tank Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Gold Dial Color: White Movement: Manual Wind Functions: Hours, Minutes Crystal: Cartier mineral glass
Category

Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Ladies Yellow Gold Tank Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Gold Dial Color: White Movement: Manual Wind Functions: Hours, Minutes Crystal: Cartier mineral glass
Category

20th Century French Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier 1930s EWC Gold Ladies Mechanical Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa late 1930s Cartier Ladies Wrist Watch, 22 X 20 M.M. 18K Yellow Gold 2 piece signed and
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany Co. Ladies Yellow Gold Leather Cuff Wristwatch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ladies' 18k yellow gold 18x22mm Tiffany & Co. watch with Swiss made manual wind movement, sapphire
Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Ladies Diamond Tank White Gold Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chopard ladies vintage diamond tank white gold wristwatch, circa 1970s. The Chopard Ladies Vintage
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Ladies Yellow Gold Ceinture Mechanical Wristwatch, 1970s
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Ceinture Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 X 23 MM 18K Yellow Gold Case, mechanical
Category

Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Ladies Yellow Gold Mini Tank Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Yellow Gold Dial Color: White Movement: Manual Wind Functions: Hours, Minutes Crystal: Cartier mineral
Category

20th Century French Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Ladies 1940s Rose Gold Mechanical Wristwatch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Vacheron & Constantin Ladies Wrist Watch, 17 M.M. 18K Rose Gold 2 Piece Case with
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Ladies Vintage Yellow Gold Mechanical Bracelet Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Rolex Ladies Wrist Watch, 15 M.M. 14K Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, mechanical, 17 Jewel
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Ladies Diamond Set Piaget in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Piaget
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This beautiful ladies dress watch was made by Swiss watchmaker Piaget. Crafted from 18 karat yellow
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tilbury 14K Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch
Located in New York, NY
The vintage 1970s Tilbury ladies watch, measuring 15mm, radiates elegance with its 14Kt yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

1981 Rolex Cellini 18 Karat Gold Ladies Model 4360
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
1981 Rolex Cellini 18 Karat Gold Ladies Model 4360 Manual Wind Very Good Working Condition. Fits up
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Chopard White Gold Diamonds and Lapis Dial Ladies Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Chopard Ladies Wrist Watch, 18K White Gold 20 MM 2 Piece Case with a Diamond set Bezel
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Piaget Yellow Gold and Diamond Ladies Mechanical 1970s Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Piaget Ladies Wrist Watch, 24 MM 2 Piece 18K Yellow Gold case with White Gold Bezel set
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Piaget Gold Diamond and Jadeite Dial Ladies Mechanical Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Piaget Ladies Wrist watch, 26 M.M. 18K yellow Gold 2 Piece case with a white Gold bezel
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Ladies White Gold Diamonds Reverso Mechanical Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
, manuals guarantee MOVEMENT Mechanical Wind CASE 18k White Gold DIAL Silver Diamond BRACELET Black
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.85 Carat Ruby Diamond Rose Gold Ladies Covered Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
case: 14k Movement: Champ watch Co. 17 jewel manual wind Length: 6 3/8 Inches 29.56 grams
Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Ladies Cellini White Gold White Dial Mesh Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Movement: 1600 19 Rubies Manual Wind 65.1 grams
Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Ellipse 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies 670812363, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Diameter: 26 mm Case Size: 26mm Box and Papers: Box and Manuals Movement: Mechanical Wind Case: 18k Yellow
Category

1990s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY CO. Gold 1960s Bone Cuff Watch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Very Cool 18K yellow Gold Ladies "Bone Cuff" Wrist Watch, 17 Jewel manual Back wind Movement by UTI
Category

Vintage 1960s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold and Lapis Stone Dial Mechanical Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Piaget Ladies Wrist Watch, 27 X 24 M.M. 18K Yellow Gold 2 Piece case with C curved Lugs
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Cartier Ladies Yellow Gold Tank Love Special Edition Mechanical Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Box Papers Cartier Box Movement Mechanical Manual Wind Case 18k Yellow Gold Dial Silver with
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
captivating look, elevating the watch to a new level of elegance. Powered by a manual wind movement, this
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Chopard Ladies White and Yellow Gold Diamond Set Mechanical Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Chopard Ladies Wrist Watch, 22 X 15 M.M. 18K White Gold 2 piece case with flexible lugs
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Ladies Tank Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s Cartier ladies manual wind tank wristwatch. During the 1970s, Cartier introduced a timeless
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Rolex Lady Cellini Ref 4103 18k Solid Gold Hand Wind 1970s Swiss Luxury RA420
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cal.1600 manual hand-wind movement, cleaned, in excellent running condition. Watch is all original
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Lady Cellini Ref 4103 18k Solid Gold Hand Wind 1970s Swiss Luxury RA420
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rolex cal.1600 manual hand-wind movement, cleaned, in excellent running condition. Watch is all original
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Mimo Ladies Platinum White Gold Diamond Cocktail Wristwatch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
vintage Mimo* cocktail watch has been crafted in platinum and 14k white gold. This ladies diamond watch
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Tiger Eye Dial Mechanical Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
1 Carat. 17 Jewel Manual wind Mechanical movement, Tiger Eye Dial with Gold Hands. 5/8 inch wide
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Art Deco Gold and Gem Set Ladies Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930s Jaeger LeCoultre Ladies Art Deco Wrist Watch, 14 M.M. 18K Yellow Gold 2 piece case. 17
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Cartier Mini Tortue Privee Collection Ladies Yellow Gold Silver Dial W1540151
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
leather strap with an original 18k rose gold deployant clasp, mineral glass, manual wind movement, in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tortue Privee Collection Ladies Yellow Gold Silver Roman Dial W1531851
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
black leather strap with an original 18k gold deployant clasp, mineral glass, manual wind movement, in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Piaget 18kt. Yellow and white Gold Lapis Lazuli ladies wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Braintree, GB
Piaget 18kt. Yellow and white Gold Lapis Lazuli Dial Diamond Emerald Vintage Cocktail Watch 926B23
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, White Gold

Patek Philippe Ladies Yellow Gold Rare Double Name Somazzi Dial Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
yellow gold jewellery style clasp, plastic glass, manual wind movement, in excellent condition, comes
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Ladies Calatrava Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Coral Gables, FL
4860 Manual Wind Movement. 26mm Case with White Dial and Arabic Numerals. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tang
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baum Mercier Gold Diamond and Tigers Eye Dial Ladies Bracelet Wristwatch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Baum & Mercier Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet Wrist watch, a soft and flexible mesh
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Tiger s Eye, 18k Gold

Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Lapis Lazuli Dial Mechanical Wristwatch, c1980
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Piaget Ladies Wrist Watch, 33 X 29 MM 18K Yellow Gold Oval case, 17 Jewel Mechanical
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

ROLEX Rare Lady s Three-Color Gold Precision Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
gold. The ladies Precision watch is manual wind, circa 1960.
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Omega Ladies Yellow Gold De Ville Vintage Wristwatch Ref 8340 059
By Omega
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: manual wind Function: hours, minutes Case: oval 25.50mm x 23.50mm 18k yellow gold case
Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pesag Bracelet Watch 14K White Gold and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
timeless elegance. Powered by a precise 17 jewel Manual Wind Movement, this watch combines classic style
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Piaget Retailed by Cartier Vintage Ladies 18k White Gold Silver Guilloche Dial
By Piaget
Located in Mayfair, London, London
bracelet with an 18k white gold jewellery style clasp, mineral glass, manual wind movement, in excellent
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Patek Philippe Ellipse Ladies 18k White Gold Double Name Somazzi Diamond Bezel
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
integrated bracelet with an 18k white gold jewellery style clasp, sapphire glass, manual wind movement, in
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Gübelin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Baton Dial 1960s Vintage Ladies Wristwatch
By Gubelin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Ladies Wristwatch, silver dial with applied index batons, an 18k yellow
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Baum Mercier Vintage Yellow Gold Twisted Rope Bracelet Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Baum & Mericer Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch, 20 M.M. 14K yellow Gold 2 Piece case with a
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Patek Philippe Ladies White Gold Diamond Set Double Name Beyer Wristwatch, 1964
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rare 18k White Gold Double Name Concealed Case Ladies Wristwatch, silvered dial signed by Beyer
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Retro Period, Rose Gold, Ruby, and Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
An incredible Retro period ladies manual wind cocktail watch crafted from 14 karat rose gold
Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Arnold Son Limited Edition HMS Ladies 18k Rose Gold Cream Dial Diamond Bezel
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Limited Edition 34 mm 18k Rose Gold HMS Ladies Wristwatch, cream dial with applied hour markers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Patek Philippe Cocktail Vintage Ladies 18 Karat White Gold Silver Dial 3266/18
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k White Gold Cocktail Vintage 15mm Ladies Wristwatch, silver dial with applied hour markers, a
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Patek Philippe Cocktail Vintage Ladies 18 Karat White Gold Silver Dial 3266/18
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k White Gold Cocktail Vintage 15mm Ladies Wristwatch, silver dial with applied hour markers, a
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Piaget for Asprey Gold and Diamond Ladies Wristwatch with Royal Emblem of Oman
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Piaget Ladies Wrist Watch Retailed By Asprey london, 25 MM 2 piece case 18K Yellow Gold
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Piaget 1970s Yellow Gold Coral and Diamonds Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Piaget Ladies Wrist Watch, 22 x 22 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, Piaget Factory
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels France Gold and Diamond Retro Wrist Watch
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Van Cleef and Arpels France, Ladies 18K Rose Gold Wrist Watch, measuring 3/4 inch wide
Category

Vintage 1940s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Circa 1970 Kutchinsky Yellow Gold Tiger’s Eye Cuff Watch
By Kutchinsky
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning ladies’ Kutchinsky manual wind cuff wristwatch circa 1970, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1970s British Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Tiger s Eye, Yellow Gold

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Manual Wind Ladies Watch Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of manual wind ladies watch gold you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 970 vintage editions and 71 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of manual wind ladies watch gold from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A choice in our collection of manual wind ladies watch gold from Piaget, Cartier and Rolex — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An object in our assortment of manual wind ladies watch gold can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 311 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 baguette cut and marquise cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an option in this array of manual wind ladies watch gold, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Manual Wind Ladies Watch Gold?

The price for a piece of manual wind ladies watch gold starts at $269 and tops out at $162,000 with these watches, on average, selling for $6,116.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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.