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18 Karat Yellow Gold New Old Stock Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Lady Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Cattolica, IT
glass and a manual winding movement.
The watch is a new old stock and comes with original box and
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Blancpain Platinum Old Cut Diamond Baguette Ladies Dress Watch
By Blancpain
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Blancpain Old Cut Diamond Baguette Ladies Dress Watch. This incredible
Category
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum
Old Cut Diamond Fancy Dress Wrist Watch Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Condition: Vintage watch in excellent overall physical and working condition.
Stock Number: EK-020100131-PAR
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Rolex 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cellini Dress Watch New Old Stock, circa 1974
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Cellini / 4014 / 2109
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Sapphire Pearl Pery Swiss Watch c.1930
Located in Cape May, NJ
Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Sapphire Pearl Pery Swiss Watch c.1930
The height of Art
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum
Antique 18k Gold Old Cut Diamond Plojoux Geneve Enamel Watch Pendant and Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
encrusted with old rose cut diamonds. Similarly, the back side of the watch features a portrait of a baby
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Patek Philippe Edwardian Pendant Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exquisitely crafted by Patek Philippe, this rare Edwardian Belle Époque pendant watch exemplifies
Category
20th Century European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
Waltham 14Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Watch with Original Dial Nearly 110 Years Old
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
Military Style watch is actually 110 years old and can still be worn all the time and counted on. The watch
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Hermes Pursang Dame Ladies 18K Gold Watch - Near New-Old-Stock with Papers
Box
By Hermès
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
HERMES PURSANG DAME Ladies 18K Gold Watch - Near New-Old-Stock with Papers & Boxes
Near New Old Stock
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Tiffany
Co. by Longines 18 Karat Gold from 1917 Art Deco Watch 100 Years Old
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tiffany & Co. by Longines Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign Style / Art
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
1920s Gubelin Platinum Diamond Lapel Watch
By Gubelin Lucerne
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Art Deco E. Gubelin Lucerne Platinum Diamond Lapel Watch set with 71 old European and
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Patek Philippe Diamond Platinum Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum diamond vintage pocket watch by Patek Philippe.
Works great, fully functional. Serial
Category
Antique 19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Art Deco Watch Fob Pendant
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exquisite watch fob pendant from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond Vulcain Watch
By Vulcain
Located in Great Neck, NY
Stunning Art Deco Platinum Diamond Vulcain watch. The whole watch is completely covered in diamonds
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond, Sapphire and Platinum Pendant Watch, Bulova
By Bulova
Located in New York, NY
This enchanting, meticulously made diamond and sapphire pendant watch is an elegant choice for all
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Nouveau Floral Pocket Watch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Art Nouveau Diamond Watch Brooch (c. 1890-1900)
A masterwork of the Art Nouveau era, this antique
Category
Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
1930s Antique 3.40 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 130's 3.40 Ct diamond and platinum ladies manual wind cocktail watch; part of
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Diamond and Guilloché Enamel Watch Fob Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous Victorian pocket watch. The watch features a striking guilloché green
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Gubelin Diamond Enamel Platinum Gold Pendant Watch Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
emerald on the crown. the watch has a Patek Philippe movement. 17 inch platinum chain.
Platinum
1 old
Category
Early 20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
18KY
Platinum Cartier Belle Epoque Watch C 1907
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A remarkable 18kt yellow gold and platinum pocket watch by Cartier, dating back to the Belle Époque
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Platinum Pendant Watch with Diamond and Pearl Platinum Chain
Located in Towson, MD
One platinum pendant watch, Swiss model 49320, case 116490, 31mm in diameter, set around with one
Category
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
PATEK
CO. 18k Diamond + Enamel Fleur de Lis Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous pocket watch by Patek & Co. from the Late Victorian (ca1890s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Enamel
Art Deco diamond watch, Chicago, United States, circa 1930.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A women's watch from the Art Deco period comes from the United States, around 1930.
Preserved in
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Victorian Pocket Watch Chain with Rubies and Tassels
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Victorian pocket watch chain set with rubies, a T-bar, and tassels pendant - a striking
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, 9k Gold
Art Deco Hamilton Platinum and White Gold Diamond Ladies Watch
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Art Deco Diamond Watch is a testament to elegance. This stunning timepiece is adorned with
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Phillipe Nautilus Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Vaughan, CA
. Surrounding the face are brilliant cut diamonds. To complete the look is a beautiful 18k yellow old Nautilus
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Antique Edwardian 2.75 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Watch 1909
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.75 carat diamond and 18k yellow gold, platinum set watch
Category
Antique Early 1900s Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Patek Philippe Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond
Emerald Mesh Watch Bracelet
By Patek Philippe
Located in Montclair, NJ
This fancy antique ladies wrist watch was crafted during the art deco period and features a
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 3.45 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Art Deco cocktail watch; part of our collection of Art Deco jewelry.
This stunning, fine and
Category
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Estate Paul DitiSheim Natural Ruby Diamonds Bangle Watch Bracelet 14 Karat
By Paul Ditisheim
Located in New York, NY
Estate Limited Paul Ditisheim Swiss Bangle Watch
Hugh Grade Automatic Movement - Working Order
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Bangles
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
4 Carat Antique Diamond by the Yard Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Montgomery, AL
This diamond necklace is an estate piece. This incredibly unique diamond chain features 25 sparkling European Cut diamonds, bezel set in white gold, interspersed evenly by 26 small 1...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Remontoir Cylindre 10 Rubis Woman
s Swiss Pocket Watch 14 Carat Gold Diamonds
Located in Vienna, AT
Remontoir Cylindre 10 Rubis Woman's Pocket Watch with three lids.
Made of 14 ct slight red gold
Category
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
1940
s Tiffany
Company Diamond Ruby Red Enamel 18KYG Pendant Brooch Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A luxurious 1940s Tiffany & Co. pendant brooch watch, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and adorned
Category
Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Viennese Ladies 18 Karat Gold Enamel and Diamonds Pocket Watch, circa 1900
Located in Vienna, AT
Elegant Key-wind Ladie's Pocket Watch
18 Karat yellow gold, engraved case with black and gold
Category
Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
GOLAY FILS
STAHL 1905 Edwardian Enameled Miniature Watch 18Kt Gold
Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian enamel miniature watch by Golay Fils & Stahl.
This is a very fine miniature round
Category
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel, 18k Gold
Marina J. 18k Vintage Diamond Encrusted Watch with Pearls
Black Spinel
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the dail. 16 gorgeous old European cut Diamonds border the watch and give it a spectacular shine
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Spinel, Black Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Art Deco Watch Chain Necklace Diamond Sapphire 10k Rose Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
(circa 1920s to 1930s) set with a diamonds and sapphires.
One estimated 0.15 carat old European cut is
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
1900 Swiss Art Nouveau Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cherub Pocket Watch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circular pocket watch features a highly rendered repoussè front
Depicting three celebrating
Category
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Edwardian 1905 Swiss Guilloche Green Enamel Pocket Watch 14kt Gold with Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian Swiss pocket watch pendant in guilloche,
Gorgeous open face pocket watch, created in
Category
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1906 Tiffany
Co. Nouveau Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Antique Watch Pendant
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circular pocket watch features a white face with gold numerals and antique watch hands
With a
Category
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Stunning 1997 Rolex 14060 Submariner Wristwatch Box Lanyard Date Card Manuals
By Rolex
Located in GB
here and there but mostly it's in perfect vintage condition for a 21-year-old watch
Please note all
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
"The Jolly Flatboatmen" Missouri River Frontier Old West, Louisiana Purchase
By George Caleb Bingham
Located in New York, NY
1822, when Bingham was ten years old, he watched Harding finish a portrait of Daniel Boone. Bingham
Category
1840s Hudson River School Landscape Prints
Materials
Paper, Engraving
1940s 6.65 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning Art Deco cocktail watch is fine quality set with very high colour graded old cut diamonds
Category
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1930s 1.42 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cocktail watch is fine quality, set with thirty-eight very high color graded old cut diamonds. The watch is
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Unworn Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Sodalite Diamond Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
.
N.B. This watch is New Old Stock.
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Antique 1935 1.93 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
graded old cut diamonds. The watch is a very good gauge of platinum and is in excellent condition. Two of
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1935 1.93 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
exceptional quality, set with seventy-eight very high color graded old cut diamonds. The watch is a very good
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe Gold Keyless Lever Pocket Watch NOS 600 C1964
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Patek Philippe. A Gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch in New Old Stock condition C1964
Dial
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
1930s Antique 2.36 Carat Diamond and Platinum Glycine Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
platinum, set with one hundred very high colour graded, old cut diamonds.
The watch is in excellent
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
William Rogers Rare Gold Quarter Repeater Calendar Pocket Watch C1862
Located in Mayfair, London, London
William Rogers was about 20 years old when he made this watch. The other rare feature of this movement is
Category
Antique 19th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex 2003 Full Set Mint Condition Midsize Datejust Blue Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
The perfect gift for an 18 year old, as the watch turns 18 years old in 2021. Including the
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
English Keywind Lever Escapement Silver Open Face Pocket Watch, circa 1880s
Located in Long Beach, CA
perfect condition. It is rare to find a watch this old with such a good dial. The hands appear to be
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Pocket Watches
Ebel 1970s Yellow Gold Coral and Diamond Ladies mechanical Bracelet Watch
By Ebel
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamonds totaling 2 Carats. Watch length 7 1/8 inches. This watch is "new old stock" never worn and was
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Date Black Dial Green Bezel Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
complete with an original Rolex box and Punched Papers dated April 2006.
N.B. This watch is New Old Stock
Category
Early 2000s Italian Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Unworn Pearlmaster Datejust White Gold MOP Dial 80339 Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
certificate of authenticity and our own one year warranty.
N.B. This watch is New Old Stock.
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Gurami Ladies Swiss
Italian Silver Watch - OWNED
WORN BY DORIS DAY
Located in Suwanee, GA
old-world craftsmanship.
The watch is housed in silver and bears Italian and Swiss hallmarks, a
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Silver
Paul Buhre by Ulysse Nardin Nickel Military Campaign Style Watch, circa 1910
By Ulysse Nardin
Located in Long Beach, CA
probably the finest example of a campaign style watch I have ever seen. The watch looks like new old stock
Category
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
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Old Watchs For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of old watchs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, platinum and 18k gold. Our selection of items includes 513 vintage examples as well as 57 contemporary versions. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Art Deco and Art Nouveau are consistently popular styles when it comes to old watchs. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Rolex, Patek Philippe and Longines produced popular versions that are worth a look. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 149, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for old european cut old watchs and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old mine cut and round cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of old watchs, as most of the options available are for women.
How Much are Old Watchs?
On average, old watchs at 1stDibs sell for $2,885, while they’re typically $0 on the low end and $1,200,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Old Watchs
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To tell how old your watch is, locate its reference or serial number. You can usually find it on the movement, the back of the case or in another inconspicuous area, such as by the lugs. Once you have this number, you can search for it and the maker's name and consult trusted online resources to date your watch. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer assist you with the dating process. Shop a diverse assortment of watches on 1stDibs.
- How old are Pulsar watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Pulsar watches are more than 50 years old. The Hamilton Watch Company introduced the Pulsar brand in 1972. At the time, Pulsar had the distinction of being the world's first digital watch. Shop a variety of Pulsar watches on 1stDibs.
- How old are Wittnauer watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024Wittnauer is more than 135 years old. After immigrating from Switzerland, Albert Wittnauer created his watch company in New York City in 1885. Today, his company is headquartered in New Rochelle, New York. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Wittnauer watches from some of the world's top sellers.
- How old are Helbros watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024Helbros watches are more than 110 years old. The Helbein brothers, two Swiss-German immigrants to America, founded the company in 1913. Its name comes from the first three letters of their surname and the abbreviation Bros. for the word brothers. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Helbros watches.
- How old are Waltham watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024The American Waltham Watch Company is more than 150 years old. Aaron Lufkin Dennison established it in Waltham, Massachusetts, in 1854. Today, people remember Dennison and his company for introducing the concept of interchangeable parts in watches. This innovation was a landmark in the history of watches, allowing timepieces to be manufactured more quickly. Explore a variety of American Waltham Watch Company watches on 1stDibs.
- How old are Rolex watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Rolex made its mark on the world in 1910, and in the 100-plus years since, the Bienne, Switzerland-based brand has focused on making some of the highest quality watches in the world, with trademark chronometric precision. Find authentic vintage and new Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- How did old watches work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024Here's how old watches worked. First, the wearer would wind the watch, typically using a special key that fit into a slot on the case. As they turned the key, a mechanism placed tension on a spring called the mainspring. After winding, the spring would gradually release its tension, moving the timekeeping balance wheel and the watch hands. Shop a large collection of antique 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.
- Are old watches worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, many old watches are worth something. However, values vary greatly based on the maker, the style of the timepiece, how many watches like it were produced and the current level of demand for similar timepieces. Even among watches that generally do have value, the condition of the timepiece will impact the price. A certified appraiser can take a look at your watch and assign an estimated value to it. Shop a collection of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify an old Timex watch, look for its reference number. You will usually find it on the front of the dial or on the back of the case. Once you locate this number, research it using trusted online resources to determine approximately when it was made. Should you run into difficulty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist you with the dating process. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of antique and vintage watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Waltham pocket watches are more than 150 years old. The American watchmaker introduced its first pocket watch in 1857, and it called this groundbreaking watch the Model 1857 in honor of its launch date. Waltham went on to become one of the leading makers of pocket watches for personal use and the railroad industry in the U.S. Shop a diverse assortment of Waltham watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Elgin pocket watches are more than 150 years old. The first Elgin pocket watch debuted in 1867, and the Elgin National Watch Co. watchmaker continued to produce them until 1968. At the height of their popularity, Elgin pocket watches accounted for half of all pocket watches sold in the U.S. On 1stDibs, find a range of Elgin watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024The Rado Watch Company is more than 100 years old. Brothers Ernst, Fritz and Werner Schlup founded the company as Schlup Co. in Lengnau, Switzerland, in 1917. During the 1950s, the brothers introduced the Rado watch brand and subsequently changed the name of their company to correspond with their successful collection. Find a range of Rado watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024The Favre-Leuba watch is more than 250 years old. Abraham Favre founded the company in Locle, Switzerland, in 1737. During the quartz crisis, the luxury watchmaker suffered financial setbacks and ultimately closed in the 1990s. However, Titan Company Ltd. revived it during the 2000s. Some of the watchmaker's most notable timepieces include the Bivouac, the Bathy, the Deep Blue and the Sandow. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Favre-Leuba watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell how old your pocket watch is, learn about its maker by conducting online research using trustworthy sources. For each maker, there is a set of characteristics used to date its timepieces. You may need to examine the maker's mark, serial number, model number, movement number, dial features or other aspects. If you run into any difficulty, consider having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer assist you with the dating process. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell how old your Bulova watch is, look on the back of the case for the date symbol or code. Beginning in 1950, Bulova began adding an alphanumeric code to its timepieces. By cross-referencing the code on your watch to information published on trusted online resources, you can quickly determine the production year of timepieces produced from 1950 onwards. For older watches, you'll need to look for a date symbol. These markings provide clues about the year of production, but Bulova repeated some shapes. For example, squares were the symbol for both 1927 and 1936. As a result of the overlap, you may also need to look at images in catalogues to determine the exact year of production for an older timepiece. Should you have any difficulty dating your watch, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Bulova watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To tell how old your Gruen watch is, turn it over and examine the back of its case. Most timepieces feature two numbers positioned side by side or one above the other. The first, or top, number represents the caliber number, while the second, or bottom, number is the style number. Once you have the style number, you can cross-reference it with trusted online resources to determine its age, and learn more about your timepiece. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Gruen watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The value of an old watch depends on a number of factors, including who made it and which style it is. Condition also has a major impact on how much a timepiece is worth. As a result, it's generally best to seek the opinion of an experienced jeweler or certified appraiser. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old your Swatch watch is, look for its reference number. You will usually find it on the back of the watch case as well as on the original box and the Swatch guarantee paperwork that accompanies every timepiece. By cross-referencing the reference number with information published on trusted online resources, you can determine the rough age of your watch. Shop a selection of Swatch watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, old Rolex watches can be repaired. The Swiss luxury watchmaker will often restore timepieces for customers, and there are many authorized repair shops that specialize in Rolex restoration. Contact Rolex’s customer service to explore your options. Shop a large collection of Rolex watches from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
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