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American Watch Co. Waltham Pocket Watch Model 1908 "Railroad Grade"
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
American Watch Co. Waltham Pocket Watch Model 1908 "Railroad Grade" - Manual winding; 23 jewels
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20th Century American Vintage American Watches
Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shaped American Watch with Original Dial 1940
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
a classic American Watch by the legendary house of Elgin, from Elgin Illinois. The example is done
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
American Waltham Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This classic American Waltham pocket watch is a fine example of early American craftsmanship and
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1980s Unknown Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Gruen Gold Filled Art Deco Curvex Watch with Diamond Dial 1940
s
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
offered great service to their customers. It is sad that they could not, like so many other American Watch
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Russian Submariners Watch by the American House of Hampden
Located in Long Beach, CA
originally designed by an American Watch Company called Hampden, from Camden, Ohio. The watch is in its
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Mid-20th Century European Modernist Vintage American Watches
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch 1940
s
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
this wonderful vintage watch. It is truly a representation of the idea of American Exceptionalism. The
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Russian Submariners Watch All Original from 1940s / 50s Steel
By Hampden Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
Hampden Watch Company was one of the smaller American Watch Companies, however they produced exceptionally
Category
Mid-20th Century Modernist Vintage American Watches
Native American Silver and Turquoise Watch Cuff
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Native American Sterling Silver and Turquoise Watch Cuff-
This lovely watch Native
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20th Century Unknown Native American Vintage American Watches
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
Benrus Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tortue Shape circa 1940
s
By Benrus
Located in Long Beach, CA
Watch Company is an American Watch House founded by the Lazerus Brothers. Ben, one of the brothers was
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Waltham White Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch American Made 1940
s
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
this wonderful vintage watch. It is truly a representation of the idea of American Exceptionalism. The
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, White Gold
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch with Original Dial from 1940
s
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
pillow cushion, this classic American Watch was produced by the legendary house of Waltham, from Waltham
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham 14k Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch with Original Rare Black Dial
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
months on the movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This great looking and rare American Watch is done
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Benrus Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940
s with Original Dial
By Benrus
Located in Long Beach, CA
quickly grew from a watch repair shop into a major American watch manufacturer. The name "Benrus" is a
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Gruen 10k Gold Filled Art Deco Watch
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
American Watch Companies withstand the Swiss and Japanese marketing.
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Bulova Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Factory Original Dial 1950
s
By Bulova
Located in Long Beach, CA
get you there on time, every time.
BULOVA HISTORY
Bulova, an iconic American watch brand, was
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Bulova 14Kt Solid White Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Diamonds circa 1940
s
By Bulova
Located in Long Beach, CA
easy to service, this is the one for you.
BULOVA HISTORY
Bulova, an American watch company with a
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
White Gold
Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco "Bumper" Watch with Patinated Dial circa 940
s
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
service to their customers. It is sad that they could not, like so many other American Watch Companies
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Round Watch with Flowless Original Dial
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
service to their customers. It is sad that they could not, like so many other American Watch Companies
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Unique Quartered Dial circa 1950
s
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
many other American Watch Companies, withstand the Swiss and Japanese marketing.
Founded in 1894 by
Category
1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Custom Made Green Dial circa
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
service to their customers. It is sad that they could not, like so many other American Watch Companies
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Gruen Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from 1940
s
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
offered great service to their customers. It is sad that they could not, like so many other American Watch
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Gruen 14Kt Solid Gold Curvex Art Deco Watch with Original Box circa 1940
s
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
service to their customers. It is sad that they could not, like so many other American Watch Companies
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Helbros Yellow Gold Filled Cushion Shaped Watch from 1940s with Original Dial
By Helbros
Located in Long Beach, CA
the most respected American watch brands. The company's watches are known for their durability
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Gruen Two-Tone Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Art Deco Automatic Watch from 1950
s
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
example of this watch we have ever seen. It is sad that they could not, like so many other American Watch
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Round Style
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
This classic American Watch was produced by the legendary house of Elgin, from Elgin Illinois in the
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Gruen Very Rare, Rose Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940
s with Original Dial
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
could not, like so many other American Watch Companies, withstand the Swiss and Japanese marketing
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Rose Gold
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1940
s with Original Dial
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
COMMITMENT
This great looking classic Art Deco Tank Watch was produced by the legendary American house of
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Gruen Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch with Rare Original Dial 1940
s
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
American Watch Companies, withstand the Swiss and Japanese marketing.
Founded in 1894 by Dietrich Gruen
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch with original Dial
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
watch. It is truly a representation of the idea of American Exceptionalism. The wonderfully crafted
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Gruen Gold Filled Rare Ristside Art Deco Watch 1950 with Original Strap
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
is sad that they could not, like so many other American Watch Companies, withstand the Swiss and
Category
1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Corum 20 Dollar Gold Coin Manual Watch
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Corum American $20 Gold Coin Watch with a leather strap is a striking blend of horological
Category
20th Century European Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold
Waltham Chromium Tonneau Shaped Three Register Chronograph Manual Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
the 1960's. By this time America was no longer manufacturing watches for domestic use. The Swiss had
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage American Watches
Elgin Mid Century Manual Winding Watch with Original Silvered Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
Watch Company is one of the oldest American watch factories. This example with a "Mid Century" style has
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Style Watch in New Old Stock Condition
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
wrist watch in new condition. Waltham was one of America's finest watch companies. This watch can be
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Vintage Native American Beaded Watch Band Douglas George
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful vintage watch band is the creation of Douglas George.
It features genuine leather
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Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage American Watches
Gruen Gold Filled Tonneau
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
offered great service to their customers. It is sad that they could not, like so many other American Watch
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
1970s Native American Silver Malachite Stone Watch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1970s Native American Silver Malachite Stone Watch—a breathtaking statement piece
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1970s Japanese Vintage American Watches
Materials
Malachite, Silver
Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Veri Thin with Custom Dial circa 1940
s
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
many other American Watch Companies, withstand the Swiss and Japanese marketing.
Founded in 1894 by
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Rare 1940s Bulova Checkerboard Dial Wristwatch with Tonneau Case
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Wailea, HI
owner. Recently serviced by our master watch maker in Los Angeles. It can be easily serviced going
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Stainless Steel
Omega De Ville "America" 18K Gold Plated
Steel DL 3960949 Watch
By Omega
Located in Toronto, CA
Description
Brand: Omega
Model: De Ville "America"
Ref :Dln 3960949
Country of Manufacture
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1980s Swiss Vintage American Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Gold Plate
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Open Face American Pocket Watch circa 1912 Enamel Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
SERVICE COMMITMENT
This classic American pocket watch has a flawless original kiln fired enamel dial. The
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Mid-20th Century American Vintage American Watches
Bulova Gold Filled Mid-Century Modern Automatic from 1960
s with Unique Dial
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
Bulova, one of America's legendary house produced this unique Mid Century Styled watch for the American
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1960s American Modernist Vintage American Watches
Elgin, Lord Elgin 14Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Watch American Made From 1944
By Lord Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
." They are also designed some of the worlds mores accurate railroad watches. This watch has just been
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Hamilton “Barton” 14KT Mechanical Dress Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Classic Chic………………………………………………………
Hamilton 14 karat yellow gold Dress Watch.
Rectangular with
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1940s North American Vintage American Watches
Materials
14k Gold
$1,225 / item
Sterling Silver Turquoise Wristwatch Native American Navajo
Located in Wallkill, NY
This Native American Sterling silver watch is covered in various size turquoise stones. Measuring
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1970s American Native American Vintage American Watches
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Butterfly Beaded Watch Band Paiute Jenny Dick
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful vintage watch band is the creation of Paiute Jenny Dick.
Measurements: 1 1/4 inches
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1980s American Native American Vintage American Watches
1940
s Retro Ruby and Diamond Watch "Charlin"
Located in Wailea, HI
1940s 14K Retro Charlin Watch – A Golden Piece of Hollywood History
Step back in time with this
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Mid-20th Century North American Retro Vintage American Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Buren Watch Company 14 Karat Solid Gold Art Deco Watch, circa 1930s
By Buren
Located in Long Beach, CA
and watches. The firm eventually was purchased by the American house of Hamilton in 1966 when they
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Benrus Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tortue Shaped Watch with Oiginal Dial 1940
s
By Benrus
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Benrus Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Tortue Shape
METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Filled
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1940s North American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
18k Vulcain Alarm Watch, Circa 1950
s
By Vulcain
Located in Wailea, HI
for wristwatches. This innovation made the Vulcain watches popular with American presidents starting
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage American Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Benrus Steel Art Deco Ladies Watch all Original
By Benrus
Located in Long Beach, CA
. Benrus, founded by the Lazarus Brothers produced high quality watches for the American market. This one
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Steel
Vacheron
Constantin. A Very Rare Aluminium Presentation Pocket Watch C1953
Located in Mayfair, London, London
American Market
This pocket watch is Historical and rare in so far that it is made of Aluminium which was
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage American Watches
Materials
Other
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940s Flawless Original Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This classic American Tank Watch by the
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Art Deco Hamilton 904 14k Gold Filled 21 Jewel Pocket Watch
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
A fine example of early American watchmaking, this Hamilton pocket watch showcases the brand’s
Category
20th Century Vintage American Watches
Hamilton Platinum Ladies Art Deco Styled Diamond Dress Watch, circa 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
looking to create a high-quality, American-made watch. Hamilton quickly became a leading manufacturer of
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Platinum
1950
s VULCAIN CRICKET Vintage Mens "Watch of Presidents" - 18K Gold
By Vulcain
Located in Suwanee, GA
its association with the American presidency. Dubbed “The President’s Watch,” the Cricket has adorned
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage American Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Hamilton Solid 14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Bracelet Watch, circa 1940s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
who were looking to create a high-quality, American-made watch. Hamilton quickly became a leading
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
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Vintage American Watches For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of vintage american watches for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Silver, Sterling Silver and Gold. Our selection of items includes 165 vintage examples as well as 4 contemporary versions. 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 vintage american watches bearing Native American or Modern hallmarks are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but American Waltham Watch Co., Michael and Frances Higgins and Balenciaga produced popular versions that are worth a look. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 76 Turquoise versions can add an especially stylish touch. A selection of oval cut, round cut and cabochon can be found today on these pages. Most of our vintage american watches for sale are for women, but there are 104 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much are Vintage American Watches?
Prices for vintage american watches start at $28 and top out at $16,109 with these bracelets, on average, selling for $595.
Questions About Vintage American Watches
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024Yes, there is an American watch movement. In fact, there are multiple movements made in the USA. One is the Ameriquartz movement, a battery-driven quartz movement manufactured by Arizona-based maker Fine Timepiece Solutions for VAER watches. Another is the Caliber 1003 mechanical wind movement, created by Weis and produced in Nashville, Tennessee. Find a diverse assortment of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024Whether Hamilton watches are American or Swiss depends on the timepiece in question. Prior to 2003, Hamilton manufactured its timepieces in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. After the company's sale to the Swatch Group, its headquarters and manufacturing facility relocated to Biel, Switzerland. Explore a variety of Hamilton watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024The oldest American watch brand that is still in operation is Waltham. When he founded the company in 1850, Aaron Lufkin Dennison revolutionized the industry by introducing the concept of replaceable watch components. This innovation allowed wristwatches and pocket watches to be produced in a fraction of the time it traditionally took to handcraft a watch with unique components. Find a selection of Waltham watches on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertNovember 26, 2024The history of the American Waltham Watch Company started in 1854, when Aaron Lufkin Dennison founded the company in Waltham, Massachusetts. There, it began to manufacture watches with interchangeable parts, a new approach to production that allowed the company to prepare watches much more quickly than its competitors. Still, the company experienced economic hardships during its early years, and Dennison was forced to sell his company to Royal E. Robbins in 1857. When the Civil War broke out in 1861, Robbins and his business partners, Henry Asher Robbins and Daniel F. Appleton, capitalized on the military's need for reliable watches by introducing an inexpensive $13 timepiece called the William Ellery. Following the war, the company became a supplier to major railways. After a period of sluggish sales as a result of the Panic of 1907, the American Waltham Watch Company revived the business by expanding its manufacturing into fuses and other essential materials for World War I. By the 1920s, the company was producing wristwatches and continued to do so despite changes in ownership during the 1950s and ’60s. By the 1970s, the company was no longer manufacturing watches but had licensed its name to other watchmakers, a practice that continues to this day. On 1stDibs, find a range of American Waltham Watch Company watches.
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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 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 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, 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 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 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 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.
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