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1940s American Art Deco Vintage 21 Jewel
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage 21 Jewel
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage 21 Jewel
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage 21 Jewel
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage 21 Jewel
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage 21 Jewel
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage 21 Jewel
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage 21 Jewel
Gold-filled
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Stainless Steel
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage 21 Jewel
1930s American Art Deco Vintage 21 Jewel
Gold-filled
1930s American Art Deco Vintage 21 Jewel
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1960s Swiss Vintage 21 Jewel
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
1980s Japanese Vintage 21 Jewel
Stainless Steel
1950s Swiss Vintage 21 Jewel
1950s Swiss Vintage 21 Jewel
1970s Swiss Vintage 21 Jewel
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1960s Swiss Vintage 21 Jewel
1950s Swiss Vintage 21 Jewel
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1930s Swiss Vintage 21 Jewel
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14k Gold
1930s American Vintage 21 Jewel
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Stainless Steel
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14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century American Vintage 21 Jewel
20th Century Vintage 21 Jewel
20th Century Vintage 21 Jewel
Stainless Steel
20th Century American Vintage 21 Jewel
20th Century American Vintage 21 Jewel
20th Century American Vintage 21 Jewel
20th Century American Vintage 21 Jewel
20th Century American Vintage 21 Jewel
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10k Gold, Stainless Steel
1990s Swiss Contemporary Vintage 21 Jewel
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Rose Gold
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18k Gold
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14k Gold
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Stainless Steel
1960s Swiss Vintage 21 Jewel
Stainless Steel
1960s Swiss Vintage 21 Jewel
Stainless Steel
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Yellow Gold
1990s Swiss Vintage 21 Jewel
18k Gold, Rose Gold
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1960s Swiss Vintage 21 Jewel
Stainless Steel
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage 21 Jewel
Stainless Steel
1970s Swiss Vintage 21 Jewel
Stainless Steel
1950s Swiss Vintage 21 Jewel
Stainless Steel
1960s Swiss Vintage 21 Jewel
Stainless Steel
1960s Swiss Vintage 21 Jewel
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1950s Swiss Vintage 21 Jewel
Platinum
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Finding the Right Watches for You
Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs.
While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind.
Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. 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.
Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic 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 watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory.
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.
When shopping for a watch, 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 exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs that includes Cartier watches, Rolex watches, Patek Philippe watches and more — we promise it will be worth your time.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024On a watch, 21 jewels means that the timepiece has a particular type of movement. Specifically, the movement features 21 jewel capstones that serve as bearings, allowing the gears inside to turn. Typically, only high-end mechanical timepieces feature 21 jewels, with 17 jewels being more common. Find a diverse assortment of watches from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
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