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Ballon Bleu de Cartier Automatic Chronograph Extra Large Yellow Gold Watch 3107
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent Cartier wristwatch features an extra large 47mm 18k yellow gold case featuring a
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Enamel Dial Marius LeCoultre Genève Pocket Watch Chronograph
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt Yellow Gold Open face Marius LeCoultre Genève Chronograph Pocket watch Dial: White Enamel
Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Artisan Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Bulgari Diagono Rattrapante CH 40 GL Split Second 18 Karat Gold Chronograph
By Bulgari
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: REF. CH 40 GL Model: Diagono Rattrapante Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Girard Perregaux WW.TC Chronograph 18 Karat White gold Men’s 4900-53-27-42-BA6A
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Crystal MOVEMENT: Automatic WATER RESISTANCY: To Manufacturers Specifications CASE MATERIAL: 18K White
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tourneau 18k Triple Date Moon Phase Chronograph
By Tourneau
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Tourneau 18k triple date moon phase chronograph with a 17-jewel manual wind movement, gold dial
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Universal Watch 18k One Button Chronograph
By Universal
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a vintage Universal One Button Chronograph in 18k yellow gold case, wire lugs, hinged back
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Eberhard Co. One Button Chronograph in 18K Yellow Gold
By Eberhard Co.
Located in Miami Beach, FL
An early one button chronograph by Eberhard & Co., this chronograph has a beautiful porcelain dial
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

LeCoultre Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an excellent example of a beautiful 18k LeCoultre chronograph from the 1960s. It is a
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

LeCoultre Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a beautiful and fancy lug LeCoultre 18k yellow gold Chronograph. The case and lugs on this
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Breguet Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch circa 1960s
By Breguet
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an extremely rare 18k yellow gold Breguet chronograph wristwatch, circa 1960s. This is only
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Longines Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Longines
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an exceptional example of a Longines chronograph from the 1940s in 18k yellow gold. I have
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Universal Rose Gold Chronograph Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Universal
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an untouched Universal chronograph wristwatch in 18k rose gold from the 1950s. The case is
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Baume Mercier Rose Gold Chronograph Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Baume Mercier
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Baume & Mercier 18k rose gold oversized chronograph wristwatch with snap back case and stepped tear
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 130
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an excellent example of a Patek Philippe chronograph wristwatch, Ref. 130, in 18k yellow
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Baume Mercier Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch, circa 1950s
By Baume Mercier
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This beautiful example of a rare Baume & Mercier two register chronograph with original dial from
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eberhard Rose Gold Extra-Fort Chronograph Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Eberhard Co.
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Eberhard 18k rose gold Extra-Fort chronograph wristwatch with an original dial and manual-wind
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Rose Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 1579
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an exceptional example of the Patek Philippe Ref 1579 in 18k rose gold with a pink original
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Vacheron Constantin Rose Gold Overseas Chronograph Wristwatch circa 2010s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Vacheron Constantin 18k Rose Gold Overseas Chronograph Wristwatch, Silvered Guilloche Dial
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Movado Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 9018 circa 1940s
By Movado
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an exceptional and extremely rare example of a Movado chronograph in 18k yellow gold from
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Lange Sohne Rose Gold Datograph Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 403.032
By A. Lange Söhne
Located in Miami Beach, FL
A Lange & Sohne 18k rose gold Datograph chronograph wristwatch, Ref. 403.032
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 3970J
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Patek Philippe 18k yellow gold perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch, Ref. 3970J, circa 1980s.
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Rose Gold Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 5970R
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Patek Philippe 18k Rose Gold Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Wristwatch, Ref 5970R Chronograph
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 6238 circa 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a mint example of a Rolex Ref. 6238 in 18k yellow from the early 1960s. The case is
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe White Gold Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 5970G
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Patek Philippe 18k white gold perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch Ref. 5970G. This is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 5970J
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a Patek Philippe perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch, Ref. 5970J, retailed by Tiffany
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Rose Gold Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 3970R
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a great example of the discontinued Patek Philippe perpetual calendar chronograph Ref 3970R
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 130 circa 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a very unusual Patek Philippe chronograph from the 1940s. It is a Ref. 130 in 18k yellow
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 2499
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an exceptional example of a Patek Philippe perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch, Ref
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Rose Gold Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 3970ER
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
. The functions are perpetual calendar, chronograph and moonphase. The movement is manual-wind with an
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Rose Gold Oversized Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 1579 circa 1950s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Patek Philippe 18k rose gold oversized chronograph wristwatch, Ref. 1579, with a manual-wind
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 2499
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
marks. This 2499 comes on a Patek Philippe band and an 18k Patek Philippe buckle.
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Ref. 130 Pink Gold Chronograph with Archive, circa 1945
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an amazing and rare Patek Philippe reference 130 chronograph in 18kt pink gold with a
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Perpetual Calendar Split-Second Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 5004J
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is the rare and collectible Patek Philippe perpetual calendar split-second chronograph, Ref
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Zenith Pink Gold Chronograph Manual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1950
By Zenith
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a beautiful and elegant large size 18k pink gold two register Zenith chronograph. This
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Swiss 18k Repeater Chronograph Diamond Ruby HorseRacing / Bet Motif Pocket Watch
By Angelus
Located in New york, NY
An Extremely Rare & Impressive High Grade Swiss Large 18kt Hunting Case 1900s Repeating Chronograph
Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Tissot 18K YG Chronograph circa 1950 s
By Tissot
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Tissot 18K YG 3 registers manual wind chronograph circa 1950's. Stk# 43342
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega 18K PG 3 Register Oversize Chronograph
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Omega 18K PG 3 registers manual wind chronograph in very beautiful large 37 X 43mm case with
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Breitling 1940 s Chronograph in 18k Rose Gold
By Breitling
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1940's 18k rose gold Breitling Chronograph. Ref. 782, 17 jewel, manual wind.
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Daytona Paul Newman 116528 18k Gold Chronograph Watch
By Rolex
Located in Huntington, NY
MINT 2002 Rolex Daytona Paul Newman 116528 18k Gold Chronograph Watch Box Papers. This piece is in
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Chronograph in 18k Rose Gold
By Omega
Located in Pikesville, MD
An unworn solid 18k rose gold Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean chronograph timepiece with original
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Baume Mercier Chronograph
By Baume Mercier
Located in Houston, TX
18k Baume and Mercier Chronograph on Croc strap with 18k Buckle. Automatic Movement
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Mens Cartier Tortue Monopoussoir Single Button Chronograph 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Mens Cartier Privee Tortue Monopoussoir Single Button Chronograph Watch in 18k Yellow Gold On
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Eterna 18K YG Manual Wind Chronograph circa 1930 s
By Eterna
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Eterna 18K YG 2 registers manual wind chronograph circa 1930's 35mm diameter drum shaped case with
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Franck Muller 18K PG ref 5850 CC 2 Chronograph
By Franck Muller
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Franck Muller 18K PG ref 5850 CC 2 registers manual wind chronograph "Cintree Curvex Chrongraphe
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Chronograph 18k Rose Gold 5070R - 5070 R-001
By Patek Philippe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
), Chronograph Crystal Material: Sapphire Case Diameter : 42mmm Caseback : Exhibition Bezel Material: 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Omega 18K PG large 3 registers manual wind chronograph c 1940s
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Omega 18K PG large 3 registers manual wind chronograph circa 1940's. Large case with curved and
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Breitling Cockpit Automatic Chronograph Men s Stainless Steel 18k Gold Watch
By Breitling
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Case #B30012-3336 Movement #2892-2 Stainless Steel & 18k Yellow Gold Case w/ Second Tic Marks
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Girard Perregaux 1966 Chronograph 18K Rose Gold 4952952231BA6A Mens Wristwatch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Movement: Automatic Water Resistance: To Manufacturers Specifications Case: 18k Rose Gold Buckle Material
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Breitling Chronograph
By Breitling
Located in Cape Town, ZA
BRACELET MATERIAL: Stainless steel & 18ct Gold DIAL TYPE: White CONDITION: 9/10 MODEL NUMBER: B13055
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

ROLEX 6234 PRE-DAYTONA SS/ 18K MANUAL-Winding CHRONOGRAPH
Located in Atlanta, GA
Metal: Stainless Steel & 18K Gold Movement.: Calibre 72 A, ebauche by Valjoux, 17 jewels Case
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Harry Winston 18k White Gold and Diamond Ocean Triple Retrograde Chronograph
By Harry Winston
Located in Sunny Isles Beach, FL
This is a very rare 18k white gold 44mm Harry Winston Ocean Tri-Retrograde Chronograph with Factory
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Le Coultre Chronograph 18k Rose Gold Watch, Valjoux 72 Movement, circa 1950
Located in Heerlen, NL
One (1) 18K. rose gold men's wristwatch from around 1950. brand: Le Coultre, Swiss made. Movement
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph in 18k Rose Gold Black Ceramic
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Dallas, TX
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Model 26470OR.OO.1.A002CR. Never Worn Mens Automatic
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Montblanc Heritage Chonométrie Annual Calendar Chronograph 18K Rose Gold 112537
By Montblanc
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Ref: W6382 Manufacturer: Montblanc Model: Heritage Model Ref: 112537 Age: Gender: Mens Complete With: Box, Manuals, Open Guarantee & Pusher Dial: Silver Baton Glass: Sapphire Cryst...
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Patek Philippe Nautilus Chronograph 18k Rose Gold 5980/1R-001
By Patek Philippe
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Ref: W6476 Manufacturer: Patek Philippe Model: Nautilus Model Ref: 5980/1R-001 Age: 31st July 2015 Gender: Mens Complete With: Box, Manuals, Swing Tag, Pusher, Spare Link & Guarante...
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Ebel Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch
By Ebel
Located in Houston, TX
This is a beautiful 18k yellow gold men's Ebel Chronograph watch.
Category

Early 2000s Swiss More Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

Ebel Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch
By Ebel
Located in Houston, TX
This is a beautiful men's 18k gold Chronograph watch with a black crocodile strap and a deployment
Category

Early 2000s Swiss More Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

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Swiss Chronograph 18k For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate swiss chronograph 18k for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Rose Gold. You can easily find a 40 antique edition and 28 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a swiss chronograph 18k may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A swiss chronograph 18k from Cartier, Breguet and Patek Philippe — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A swiss chronograph 18k can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 7, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. 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 brilliant cut and old european cut alternatives. Finding a swiss chronograph 18k for sale for men should be easy, but there are 28 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.

How Much is a Swiss Chronograph 18k?

The price for a swiss chronograph 18k starts at $2,648 and tops out at $279,900 with these watches, on average, selling for $13,900.

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.

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Questions About Swiss Chronograph 18k
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Whether a wedding band should be 14K or 18K depends on your personal preferences. Because it contains more pure gold, 18-karat gold will usually show off a richer color and be less likely to fade over time. On the other hand, 14-karat gold is less prone to scratching and damage because it has more alloy metals. Explore a large collection of gold wedding bands on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not 18K gold wears off depends on how it's made. The finish will not wear off of a piece of jewelry or another object made entirely out of 18K gold. However, wear can occur on pieces that feature 18K gold plating, a thin layer of gold applied over another type of metal. You'll find a large selection of gold jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 18K gold watch is a timepiece made from gold precious metal of a specific purity. The term 18K means 18-karat, a precious metal that is 75 percent pure gold and 25 percent alloy. Shop a large collection of gold watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    18K Italy gold is 18-karat gold produced in Italy. Karats tell you how much of a piece of metal is genuine gold. In the case of 18-karat gold, 18 parts are pure gold, and six parts are other metals. This makes 18-karat pieces 75 percent gold. You'll find a large collection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The mark 18K on a ring stands for 18-karat gold. 18-karat signifies that the ring is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals, such as copper, zinc or nickel. The additional metals strengthen the ring, making it more durable. Shop a range of expertly vetted 18-karat jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    18K green gold is an alloy created by mixing silver, copper and zinc with normal gold. 18K green gold is greener than 14K green gold. On 1stDibs, shop a wide collection of genuine 18K green gold from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, 18k is the perfect karatage for jewelry. While 24k is more prized and typically more expensive, it is also less dense and durable than 18k gold.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 18K gold is real gold. However, it is not pure gold. Something marked 18K is 75 percent genuine gold and 25 percent metal alloy. On 1stDibs, shop a range of expertly vetted gold jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between 24K gold and 18K gold is how much pure gold the metals contain. Something made of 24-karat gold is 99.9% pure gold, while 18-karat gold items are 75% gold and 25% alloy metals. Generally, 18-karat gold is more durable and scratch-resistant due to the presence of alloy metals. On the other hand, 24-karat gold tends to be more richly colored and expensive. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The difference between 14k and 18k rose gold metal is that the 14k rose gold is less pure than 18k. 14k rose gold has a deeper pink color because of greater amounts of copper, whereas 18k rose gold has 75% gold and appears yellow. 14k rose gold is increasingly popular due to its brighter pink hue and resistance to scratches. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage rose gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, many people believe that 18k gold is worth buying. Due to the metal's durability, jewelry produced from 18-karat gold is often resistant to scratching and damage. In addition, the large amount of pure gold in the alloy gives white, rose and yellow 18-karat gold a vibrant color. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in 18-karat gold 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 a diverse range of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    On a watch, 18K gold means that the watch features genuine gold. An alloy, 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. The high gold content gives the metal an attractive color, while the alloy metals add strength to increase its durability. An 18-karat gold watch may be solid gold or gold-filled, which means it is primarily another metal that the watchmaker finished with a thin layer of 18-karat gold. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of gold watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
    Many watch lovers believe that 18K gold is good for watches. An alloy, 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. The amount of gold makes the color of the alloy, whether it's white, yellow or rose, rich and visually appealing. At the same time, the addition of alloy metals increases the strength of the gold material. Explore a large selection of watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    Yes, 18K 750 is real gold. Gold pieces that bear this hallmark are 18-karat gold, a 75% pure gold alloy and 25% base metal. One of the most popular materials for fine jewelry, 18-karat gold shows off a rich yellow, white or rose color and resists scratching more readily than pure gold. Explore a wide variety of 18-karat gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Yes, 18-karat gold can be good for earrings. Because it is an alloy, 18-karat gold is more durable and scratch-resistant than pure 24-karat gold. You can find 18-karat gold in rich warm yellow, cooler white with warm undertones and light pink rose. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of gold earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, 18k gold can tarnish, but it is uncommon. Pure gold does not combine easily with oxygen and therefore does not tarnish. The higher the karat, the less likely a piece of gold will tarnish.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, 18-karat gold can turn green in some circumstances. This type of gold is about 75 percent genuine gold and 25 percent alloy, and the other metal or metals used to produce it may react negatively to acidic substances. When this occurs, 18-karat gold may take on a greenish hue. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between 14K and 18K white gold stud earrings comes down to the content of the precious metal alloy. Stud earrings made of 14-karat white gold are 58.3% gold and 41.7% base metal, while 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. As a result, 14-karat white gold tends to be stronger and more resistant to scratching, and 18-karat gold will have a more noticeable warm-glowing yellow tinge. On 1stDibs, shop a range of white gold stud earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, gold dipped, also known as gold plated, pieces are considered real gold. The process coats a piece of metal or alloy with a layer of gold for a gold finish. Shop a collection of 18 karat gold jewelry, solid and dipped, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A piece of jewelry or a decorative object marked 18K gold plated does likely contain real gold. The marking indicates that the item is metal under a layer of gold alloy that contains 75 percent gold and 25 percent other metal. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.