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Vintage Ladies Hamilton Wristwatch 7.79ctw Fine Diamond Platinum Case Bracelet
By Hamilton
Located in Montclair, NJ
's. The watch features an American-made, 17 jewel, Hamilton 750 movement that is hand-wound and keeps
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Ladies Art Deco Enamel Waltham Wristwatch
By Waltham Watch Co
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this fabulous Art Deco Waltham Swiss ladies manual wind up wrist watch
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Crystal, Gold, Enamel, Steel
Heavy Sterling Turquoise Watch Cuff Bracelet
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous vintage watch cuff is sterling silver with natural turquoise.
It features a basic
Category
1950s North American Native American Vintage American Watches
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Ladies Ten Dollar 22-Karat Standing Liberty Coin Watch
Located in Toledo, OH
Ladies ten dollar standing liberty 22-karat yellow god watch. 1/4 ounce in weight. Quartz movement
Category
20th Century North American Modern Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold
1931 Ladies Bulova Art Deco 10-Karat White Gold Watch
Located in Devon, England
steel adjustable.
History
Bulova is an American manufacturer of watches and clocks. Its headquarters
Category
Mid-20th Century Central American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Art Deco 1925 Ladies Art Deco Bulova Wrist Watch
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this very attractive Art Deco ladies wrist watch made by the watch
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Crystal, Gold, Enamel, Steel
Bueche Girod 18-Karat Gold Watch with Original Diamond Bezel
By Bueche Girod
Located in Houston, TX
138 gram watch made by the jeweler Bueche-Girod (1948-1980). The watch has the original diamond
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold
1930s Ladies Art Deco White 14-Karat Gold Enamel Wrist Watch
By Benrus
Located in Devon, England
Wonderful Art Deco enamel two-tone ladies watch with a mesh band made by Benrus, a Swiss manual
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Crystal, Gold, Enamel, Steel
Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat, circa 1980s, American
Located in Litchfield, CT
wear that day or brilliant mixed with other bracelets or a watch. Iconic American style, it does it all
Category
1980s American Vintage American Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Jerusalem 1967 Vintage Silver Gelatin Photograph Western Wall Kotel Hamaaravi
By Richard Gordon
Located in Surfside, FL
(Flâneur Bookworks, 1996), American Surveillance: Someone to Watch Over Me (Chimaera Press, 2009), and
Category
1960s American Realist Vintage American Watches
Materials
Black and White, Silver Gelatin
Jerusalem 1967 Vintage Silver Gelatin Photograph Western Wall Kotel Hamaaravi
By Richard Gordon
Located in Surfside, FL
(Flâneur Bookworks, 1996), American Surveillance: Someone to Watch Over Me (Chimaera Press, 2009), and
Category
1960s American Realist Vintage American Watches
Materials
Black and White, Silver Gelatin
5.80 carat Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
bracelets or a watch. An iconic American style, this bracelet does it all. Finely fabricated in 14k white
Category
1990s American Vintage American Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Edward VII 9 Carat Gold Mounted Crystal Inkwell, 1907
Located in New York, NY
open-faced watch. The lid is hallmarked with the maker’s mark of J.G & S and 9 carat hallmarks for
Category
20th Century Edwardian Vintage American Watches
Gene Davis, Blackwatch III, Op Art Lithograph by Gene Davis
By Gene Davis
Located in Long Island City, NY
A large, minimalist stripe print entitled "Black Watch III" by American Color Field artist, Gene
Category
1970s Minimalist Vintage American Watches
Materials
Lithograph
Pocket Compass Chromed Brass USA Aviation WWII
By Wittnauer
Located in Milan, IT
Pocket compass, chromed brass, in the shape of a pocket watch, used by American aviators during the
Category
1940s American Vintage American Watches
Materials
Brass
3.50 Carat Diamond Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
wear that day or brilliant mixed with other bracelets or a watch. Iconic American style, it does it all
Category
1970s Italian Vintage American Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold American Waltham Hand Engraved Pocket Watch with White Dial
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Absolutely beautiful pocket watch. Made by American Watch Co. WALTHAM 1900s. Heavy gauge 14K
Category
20th Century American Artisan Vintage American Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Waltham White Gold Filled Art Deco Tortue Shape Watch, circa 1948s
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
called a tortue because of its obvious shape like a turtle. Waltham was one of the premier American Watch
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Hamilton Gordon 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Dallas, TX
of the few vintage American watches made in 18K. Pre-owned with custom box.
Category
20th Century American Vintage American Watches
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Deco Tank Style Watch with Original Patinated Dial
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
style watch was produced by the legendary American Watch Company of Waltham, based in Waltham
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Howard 14 Karat Solid Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch from
By Howard
Located in Long Beach, CA
the only American Watch to ever meet the engineering criteria of the renowned "Geneva Seal" watches
Category
Mid-20th Century American Vintage American Watches
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Gabled Crystal and Dial Manual Watch
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ Regular Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement.
This is a rare American watch by one of the premier
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch with Original Dial 1940
s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
SERVICE COMMITMENT
This great looking classic American watch was produced by the legendary house of Elgin
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch from 1940
s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This classic American watch was made by the legendary house of
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
considered "the finest American watch", known for their quality and design. This watch was made in their
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1950
s
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
vintage watch. It is truly a representation of the idea of American Exceptionalism. The wonderfully
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
1940 Vintage Waltham Premier Pocket Watch, Working, 17 Jewels, 10 Karat
By Waltham
Located in San Diego, CA
case.
The Waltham Watch Company, also known as the American Waltham Watch Co. and the American Watch
Category
1940s American Modern Vintage American Watches
Materials
10k Gold, Gold Plate
Waltham 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Waltham 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch - Manual winding; 21 Jewels crescent street. 14K Solid Yellow
Category
20th Century American Vintage American Watches
Helbros Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1940
s Tonneau Shape
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
Waltham 14 Karat Yellow Gold Box Hinge Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Waltham 14K Yellow Gold Box Hinge Pocket Watch - Manual. 14K Yellow gold with ornate engraving on
Category
20th Century American Vintage American Watches
Waltham Antique 17 Jewels Large Mens Gold Filled Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Waltham Antique 17 Jewels Large Mens Gold Filled Pocket Watch - Manual winding; 17 Jewels. Gold
Category
20th Century American Vintage American Watches
Waltham Railroad Pocket Watch Year 1905 Heavy Ore Silver Working #14391483
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage 1905 Waltham railroad grade pocket watch that has a 55mm Fahy case that is ore silver, 21mm
Category
1990s American Edwardian Vintage American Watches
Materials
Silver
Waltham 14 Karat Yellow Gold 16S Model 1899 Manual Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Waltham 14K Yellow Gold 16S Model 1899 Manual Pocket Watch - Manual. 14K Yellow gold with engraving
Category
20th Century American Vintage American Watches
Gruen Gold Filled Art Deco Curvex Style Watch with Original Dial circa 1940
s
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
could not, like so many other American Watch Companies, withstand the Swiss and Japanese marketing.
It
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
1941 Waltham Gold Filled 17 Jewel Open Faced Sugar Bowl Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Birmingham, AL
This is a Rare Piece of history! This Waltham 1941 Sugar Bowl Presentation Watch contains a 17
Category
1940s American Artisan Vintage American Watches
Gruen Gold-Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Custom Blue Dial
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
, like so many other American Watch Companies, withstand the Swiss and Japanese marketing.
Founded in
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Hamilton for Tiffany
Co Dresswatch, 14K Yellow Gold, Cal 982 Mmt, Year 1941.
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Canterbury, England
one hundred percent American watch: movement, case and jeweller. A very rare item, the condition
Category
1940s Vintage American Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
"Britten
s Old Clocks
Watches and Their Makers" Book
Located in valatie, NY
ninth edition includes American watches.
Category
20th Century English Vintage American Watches
Materials
Paper
Waltham Gold-Filled Art Deco Watch with Custom Red Dial circa, 1950
s
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
spirit lives on in this wonderful vintage watch. It is truly a representation of the idea of American
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Bulova Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch from 1950
s Just Serviced
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Mid Century
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1950s North American Modernist Vintage American Watches
Illinois Railroad Gold Filled Pocket Watch
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Dallas, TX
. This is a high grade collectable American railroad pocket watch.
Category
20th Century American Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Art Deco Hamilton 987E Gentlemans Watch, circa 1936
By Hamilton
Located in Devon, England
leather strap.
Side note
I did wonder how an American watch reached our blighty shores and on research I
Category
Mid-20th Century Central American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Style Manual Wind Watch
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
Lord Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Factory Original Dial circa 1940
s
By Lord Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
months on the movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
What a fantastic classic American watch this is. The
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Gruen 420SS Veri Thin Pan American Wrist Watch
By Gruen
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
A vintage find and in its original condition, enjoy this circa 1940's Pan American Wrist Watch with
Category
1940s American Vintage American Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Americaine
or American
Men
s Gold Watch W2603156
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Americaine (or American) Men's Gold Watch W2603156 - Automatic winding with date. 18k
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage American Watches
Cartier Tank Americaine (or American) Ladies WG Diamond Watch 2489
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Americaine (or American) Ladies WG Diamond Watch 2489 - Quartz movement. 18k white
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage American Watches
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Campaign Style Original Enamel Dial Manual Wristwatch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
America's premier watch factories. Waltham is considered responsible for the Swiss enlightenment period when
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch American Made from 1940
s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
France and realized it was a great shape for a watch. Elgin was one of Americas great watch companies
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Wartime Era Hamilton Watch Co. Railroad Grade Steel Skeleton Pocket Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
pocket watches for the period. Circa 1942, this American made pocket watch by Hamilton Watch Company is
Category
1940s American Vintage American Watches
Materials
Steel
Hamilton Platinum Ladies Dress Watch circa 1950
s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
SERVICE COMMITMENT
This ladies dress watch was produced in the 1950's by the Iconic American house by the
Category
1950s American Vintage American Watches
Materials
Platinum
Spaceman Hommage to American Astronauts Mechanical wristwatch c1974
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
SPACEMAN
Swiss watch from designer Christian Lemarquand, in tribute to American astronauts.
Oval
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage American Watches
Waltham Rare Collectible Five Minute Repeating Chronograph Pocket Watch
By Waltham
Located in Dallas, TX
-owned. Weight is 138.9 grams. Waltham is the only American company to ever make repeater pocket watches
Category
20th Century Vintage American Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lord Elgin Yellow Gold Moderne Style Manual Watch, 1950s
By Lord Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Alligator 17mm / Regular Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement.
Elgin, one of America's oldest watch
Category
Mid-20th Century American Vintage American Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Wartime Era Hamilton Railroad Grade US Military Steel Pocket Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
military issue, circa 1942, this American made watch by Hamilton Watch Co. has a durable steel case that
Category
1940s American Vintage American Watches
Materials
Steel
Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Diamond Ladies Dress Watch circa 1940
s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
time and can be worn for all type of events.
Hamilton was one of America's finest watch factories
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Elgin 14Kt Solid Gold Art Deco American Made Tonneau Shape 1940
s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world. The company's success
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage American Watches
Materials
14k 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
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