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Longines Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch, circa 1950
s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
COMMITMENT
This is a unique watch by the renowned house of Longines. It is fitted with one of their finest
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Unique Vintage Watches
Rolex Yellow Gold Linen Dial Oyster Perpetual Datejust Watch, circa 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
unique watch with an original dial done with a "linen" background.
It is a dependable model with a heavy
Category
1960s Swiss Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Platinum
Longines Gold Filled Art Deco Ladies "Mystery" Watch circa 1950
s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ Regular Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This is a unique watch
Category
1950s Swiss Art Deco Unique Vintage Watches
Rolex Chameleon Vintage Ladies Interchangeable Wrist Watch All Complete
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Rolex Chameleon Ladies Wrist Watch, This unique Watch is on a 14k Yellow Gold soft woven
Category
1960s Swiss Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Longines Cocktail Watch, 18K Yellow Gold, 12 x Emeralds / Diamonds. Circa 1964.
By Longines
Located in Canterbury, England
Milanese bracelet. This is possibly a unique watch: the Longines signed manually wound 17 jewel movement
Category
1960s Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
BREGUET Vintage Type 20 Stainless Steel Chronograph
By Breguet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
history, the original. A wonderful unique watch for the man who wants something fine and different.
Category
1960s Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Omega Ladies Platinum Diamond Hidden Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 6.20cts G-H color VS-SI clarity.
This unique watch measures
Category
20th Century Unknown Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Nardin Platinum Rose Gold Stern Freres Dial Manual Watch
By Ulysse Nardin
Located in Long Beach, CA
made in gold and individually applied on the dial. This is a unique watch and striking in appearance.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Unique Vintage Watches
Cartier Lady
s Yellow Gold Bracelet Wristwatch
By Movado
Located in Long Beach, CA
This unique watch was produced by Movado for Cartier sometime in the 1960's. The bracelet is hand
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Bracelet
Rare Charcoal Dial 1970
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
COMMITMENT
This unique watch by the renowned, house of Rolex is still fitted with its original charcoal dial
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Unique Vintage Watches
Tiffany
Co. Silver with Multi-Color Gold Inlay Art Deco Ermeto, circa 1920s
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This unique watch was produced for Tiffany & Co. by the legendary house of
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Unique Vintage Watches
Vacheron
Constantin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Modernist Style Handmade, circa 1980s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ Regular Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This unique watch by the
Category
1980s Swiss Modernist Unique Vintage Watches
Tudor by Rolex in Stainless Steel with Custom Tiffany Blue Dial from 1970
s
By Tudor
Located in Long Beach, CA
original strap as well as its original Cartier style Deployment buckle. You can wear this unique watch for
Category
1970s Swiss Modernist Unique Vintage Watches
Vintage Swatch Dotchair GR115 Year 1993 Original Box
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
the strap and a chair covered with dots is designed on the dial from which this extravagant and unique
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Unique Vintage Watches
Piaget Lady
s Yellow Gold Diamond Mesh Bracelet Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
with serial and reference numbers 8552 E22 & 389146 on reverse. All parts of this unique watch are
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Wall Clock by Kurt B. Delbanco for Morphos, 1980s
By Morphos
Located in MIlano, IT
for Morphos in the style of the eighties, geometric figures and unmistakable colors in a unique watch
Category
1980s Italian Space Age Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Plastic
1950
s Ladies Unique Diamond Cocktail Watch 4.2 Carats
Located in North Hollywood, CA
watch is very unique as the bracelet is 3 dimensional and just gorgeous.
This is done in a ball and loop
Category
1950s Unknown Artisan Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Paul Breguette 14 Karat Solid Gold Unique Skeleton Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
. The watch is unique with a skeleton movement and classic lines. It is dependable and can be worn all
Category
1960s Swiss Unique Vintage Watches
Unique Chopard Diamond Bangle Watch in White Gold 18k
By Chopard
Located in Lucerne, CH
Super stylish and rare diamond bangle watch in 18K white gold by Swiss Jeweller Chopard.
Oval pave
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Extremely Unique Harman Multi-Color Gold Retro Cuff Ladies Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Extremely Unique Harman Multicolor Gold Retro Cuff Ladies Watch - Manual winding. Oversize Rose
Category
1940s Swiss Retro Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
ROLEX 1940
s Unique Stylized Lugs Yellow Gold Dress Watch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
condition, the watch looks and runs great. Measuring 34mm, this is the perfect dress watch for daily wear
Category
1940s Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Unique Rare Longines 14K Wrist Watch Manual Wind 455 866 Antique 1958
By Longines
Located in Dearborn, MI
Unique Rare Vintage Longines 14K Wrist Watch Manual Wind 455 866 Antique 1958
Genuine Longines
Category
1950s Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Diamond Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New Orleans, LA
sophisticated, this unique diamond-encrusted watch dazzles the eye.
The master watchmakers of Patek Philippe
Category
20th Century European Art Deco Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$18,850
Chaumet Anneau Yellow Gold
Diamonds Modèle Unique
By Chaumet
Located in PARIS, FR
scintillants en font une pièce unique et précieuse. Associée à un bracelet en cuir de lézard noir, elle
Category
1990s French Unique Vintage Watches
Rare White Gold "Chameleon" Unique Case
Modular Bracelets
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
18k white gold "Chameleon" ROLEX with unique case & modular bracelets. Straps come in 18k white
Category
1960s Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Tri-Color Bracelet Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
watch is particularly unique simply because it has a tear-shaped dial. Circa 1970s. Total weight is 83.6
Category
1970s Italian Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond and Platinum Watch on Ribbon
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This gorgeous unique art deco antique watch is truly one-of-a-kind!!
Approximately 2.5 total
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Longines Yellow Gold Architectural Theme Manual Watch
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Circle in a Square
METAL
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Unique Vintage Watches
Audemars Piguet, Possibly Unique 18k YGold
Lapis Lazuli Wristwatch, C.1955.
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Paris, FR
Extremely Rare and possibly unique Audemars Piguet Haute Joaillerie Watch, Circa 1955.
The first
Category
1950s Swiss Modern Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Piaget Altiplano Vintage Mens Watch Reference 12103
By Piaget
Located in Berlin, DE
imparts a unique aesthetic expression to the watch, whether it be the warm allure of yellow gold, the
Category
1960s Swiss Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Elvis Presley
s 14 Karat Gold Nugget Watch
By Univeral Geneve
Located in New Orleans, LA
uniquely textured surface. The watch was later gifted by Elvis to his close friend and backup singer J.D
Category
20th Century Swiss Retro Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold
18 Karat White Gold Patek Philippe Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Banbury, GB
unbeatably unique craftsmanship means their watches can be recognised instantaneously.
Further Information
Category
1970s Swiss Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Rotary 9 CT Gold Watch Floral Brooch
Located in Portland, England
Beautiful and unique vintage Rotary 9ct Gold Watch Floral Brooch. The watch is made circa 1968 by
Category
1960s European Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Garnet, Gold
Vintage Cartier Roberta Di Camerino Gold Buckle Watch
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Attention watch collectors! This rare and unique, circa 1975, buckle watch was designed by the
Category
1970s French Contemporary Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
18K White Gold, Unique Wood Dial Rare Oversized Cellini by Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
18K White Gold Oversized 'Cellini' - Wood Dial, Oversized Case, over 3cm tall by 3cm wide, circa 1990 w/ 70's look.
Category
1970s Swiss Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Two-Tone Ladies Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
octagonal bezel is made of 18K yellow gold, adding a touch of sophistication. The watch showcases a unique
Category
1980s Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ernest Borel Seventeen 17 Jewels Swiss Kaleidoscope Cocktail Watch
Located in Towson, MD
unique and playful timepiece. The watch is gold filled and includes interchangeable 6.5-inch black and
Category
1960s Swiss Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Omega 14Kt. Gold Mid Century Design with Unique Pendant Slide Bracelet 1950
s
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century / A 5743
METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt
Category
1960s Swiss Unique Vintage Watches
Rolex Ladies Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Early Oyster Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
a unique and rare Rolex watch with Solid Gold Ribbed Covered Lugs. It is a good time keeper and very
Category
Mid-20th Century Unique Vintage Watches
Ladies Watch Sapphire Diamond White Gold 18 Karrat Platinum Case
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this beautiful Art-Deco style ladies watch. The bracelet is made in Italy by Uno a Erre
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Ladies Watch Sapphire Diamond White Gold 18 Karrat Platinum Case
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this beautiful Art-Deco style ladies watch. The bracelet is made in Italy by Uno a Erre
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Ladies Watch Sapphire Diamond White Gold 18 Karrat Platinum Case
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this beautiful Art-Deco style ladies watch. The bracelet is made in Italy by Uno a Erre
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Longines Platinum Hand Made Art Deco Dress Watch from 1945
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This unique and striking watch was produced by the legendary house
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Unique Vintage Watches
Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold Serpenti Bb 19 1 T Ladies Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
design and exceptional craftsmanship. The watch features a unique serpent-style design with a luxurious
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lucien Piccard 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Midcentury Ladies Bracelet Watch
By Lucien Piccard
Located in Long Beach, CA
uniquely designed ladies bracelet watch done with a "bark" finished was produced by the designing house of
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Unique Vintage Watches
Rolex Oyster Perpetual LadyDate Steel Silver Dial Automatic Vintage Watch 6517
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
. visible patina sign on hands and hour markers. patina on the dial gives a nice yellow and unique link. The
Category
1950s Swiss Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Steel
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Screw Back Bracelet Manual Watch, circa 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
.
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This is a unique Patek Philippe bracelet watch, it is entirely hand
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Bucherer 14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Ladies Dress Watch, circa 1950s
By Bucherer
Located in Long Beach, CA
This unique and sophisticated watch was manufactured by the premier Swiss house of Bucherer. They are
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Unique Vintage Watches
Lucien Piccard Gilded Finish Ladies Dress Watch with Original Box, circa 1960
By Lucien Piccard
Located in Long Beach, CA
watch is very unique and unusual and it is unlikely you will ever see another example of it.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Unique Vintage Watches
Cartier Gold Trinity Diamond Vintage Round Watch on a Leather Strap 2357
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
more, the Ladies Cartier Trinity 2357 18k Yellow Gold Diamonds Quartz Watch features a unique diamond
Category
1980s French Modern Unique Vintage Watches
Vintage Chopard Tigers Eye 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch 50391 circa 1970s
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
unique creations.
This incredibly rare watch from the Scheufele era exemplifies some of the funkiest
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Tiger s Eye, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Piaget Twenty Dollar Coin Manual Wind Dress Watch Bracelet in 18k Gold
By Piaget
Located in London, England
A highly unique vintage Piaget twenty dollar coin manual wind watch set in 18k yellow gold.
The
Category
1960s Unknown Retro Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex President 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Custom Made Yellow Diamond Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: President Series / Ref. 1803
METAL
Category
1970s Swiss Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Nicolet Solid White Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Period Bracelet, circa 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
months on the movement.
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This unique art deco watch is finely constructed by
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Unique Vintage Watches
Art Deco Jaegar LeCoultre 14 Karat Rose Gold Fancy Lug Mens Unisex Dress Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Boston, MA
elegance. This rectangular watch features a unique fancy lug case in 14 karat solid rose gold
Category
1940s Art Deco Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Omega 1972 Modernist Gold Opal Mosaic Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Birmingham, AL
This vintage wrist watch features 8 links and a dial created with a very unique opal mosaic design
Category
1970s Swiss Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold
Omega Seamaster Cosmic 35mm Reference 165.026
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
measures 35mm and is unpolished. The Cosmic line of watches has a unique one piece case. The movement is
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Unique Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
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Unique Vintage Watches For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of unique vintage watches. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 614 vintage editions and 84 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 19th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of unique vintage watches bearing modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Rolex, Cartier and Omega are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Browse our collection of 71 diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. There are many round cut, marquise cut and mixed cut unique vintage watches for sale. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of unique vintage watches, as most of the options available are for women.
How Much are Unique Vintage Watches?
Prices for unique vintage watches start at $111 and top out at $275,000 with these watches, on average, selling for $3,844.
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.
Questions About Unique Vintage Watches
- What is a vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A vintage watch is any watch that is at least two decades old. A model number can usually be found on a watch's movement for identification purposes, and date marks on the back of a watch can usually tell you if it is vintage. Vintage timepieces have made a comeback for serious collectors as well as casual enthusiasts all over the world. Find a collection of vintage watches on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell if a vintage Gucci watch is real, look for a serial number on the back of the case and/or on the original box if you have it. Then, contact Gucci customer service by phone for assistance with authentication. If you are unable to find a serial number, the best approach is likely to take the timepiece to a knowledgeable appraiser who can authenticate the item. Find a range of Gucci watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Unless you have training in jewelry repair, you should not take the back off a vintage Omega watch on your own. Opening the timepieces requires a specially designed tool available only to jewelers authorized to service Omega watches. Shop a selection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
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Rolex Starbucks
If you think this looks like the Rolex Kermit, you're correct.
The Rolex Hulk
This all-green version of the Submariner is much sought-after.
The Rolex Sprite
This model was designed for lefties.
The Rolex Pepsi
This model's other nickname, Pussy Galore, come from a James Bond film.
Patek Philippe’s Calatrava Watch Is an Icon of Understated Elegance
Launched in 1932, the model has become emblematic of quality craftsmanship and timeless design.
Bulgari’s Serpenti Wristwatch Is the Power Piece of the Moment, Again
From Elizabeth Taylor to Zendaya, the Serpenti has been the accessory of choice for generations of it girls.
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