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Omega Collection GX6525 34mm 14k Solid Gold Mens Automatic 1950s Vintage RA579
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Watch is all original. Fitted on new aftermarket leather strap and aftermarket buckle. Vintage luxury
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,720 Sale Price
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Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1600 1970s Automatic Rare Grey Buckley Dial 36m
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16000 (smooth bezel) automatic with a rare grey Buckley
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 35mm Mens Automatic 1970s Vintage RA607B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rolex cal.1570 COSC automatic movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition. Watch is
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Ladies Datejust 80s Ref 69174 Automatic Silver Dial 26mm Case.
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage ladies Rolex Datejust reference 69174 automatic with a silver dial on a jubilee
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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Baume
Mercer Baumatic 18K Gold Champagne Automatic 32mm Case Saudi Sta
By Baume
Mercier
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Baume
Mercier 18k yellow gold Baumatic automatic champagne dial with a Saudi
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 35mm Mens Vintage Automatic 1970s RA604B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Stainless Steel
$5,368 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 35mm Mens Vintage Automatic 1970s RA604
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,360 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 35mm Mens Vintage Automatic 1970s RA602
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
COSC automatic movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition. Watch is all original
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,200 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 35MM Mens Automatic 1960s Vintage RA568B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,120 Sale Price
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Omega Collection GX6525 34mm 14k Solid Gold Mens Automatic 1950s Vintage RA579
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
automatic movement, cleaned, in excellent running condition. Watch is all original. Fitted on new
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,192 Sale Price
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Omega Seamaster DeVille 14k Solid Gold 32mm Mens Automatic 1960s Vintage RA578
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DeVille automatic, vintage luxury that will always be in style, a fine addition to any wardrobe, a
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
$3,840 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 35mm Mens Automatic 1970s Vintage RA542
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
watch, in very good vintage condition. An iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,520 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 35mm Mens Automatic 1970s Vintage RA542B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
lifestyle, a fine addition to your collection.
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Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6467 9k Gold 34mm Automatic 1950s Vintage RA482B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic elegance, Men's 9k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6467 automatic dress watch, c.1957
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
$7,168 Sale Price
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Tudor Ref 951 Rose Gold Bezel 34mm 1950s Mens Vintage Bumper Automatic RA645
By Tudor
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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$3,840 Sale Price
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Rolex 16014 Datejust 36mm 18k White Gold SS Mens Automatic 1970s Vintage RA613
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GENDER : Men's Watch
CONDITION : Pre-owned
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
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Tudor Oyster Prince Ref 7808 14k SS 34mm Mens 1940s Vintage Automatic RA646
By Tudor
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
19cm with the watch, in very good vintage condition. A timeless classic, Tudor Oyster Prince 7808 14k
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$4,720 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6581 34mm Mens 14k SS Rare 1960s Vintage Automatic RA665B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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14k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,080 Sale Price
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Tudor Oyster Prince Ref 7808 14k SS 34mm Mens 1940s Vintage Automatic RA646B
By Tudor
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
wearing, 14k and stainless steel Tudor Oyster Prince 7808 automatic, a vintage classic for the modern time
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, 14k Gold
$4,320 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6581 34mm Mens 14k SS 1960s Vintage Automatic RA665
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
and stainless steel Rolex stretch bracelet, measures 19.5cm with the watch, in very good vintage
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,720 Sale Price
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Rolex Datejust 16014 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens Vintage Automatic 1970s RA586
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Watch
CONDITION : Pre-owned
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,800 Sale Price
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Rolex Day Date 1803 President 18k Solid Gold 1970s Mens Vintage Automatic RA699
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
beauty get away, let the world know today.
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
$12,720 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS 1970s Mens Vintage Automatic RA620B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,312 Sale Price
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Rolex GMT Master Ref 1675 40mm Pepsi Bezel Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA658
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Watch
CONDITION : Pre-owned
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Stainless Steel
$15,920 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 Mens 36mm 18k SS 1970s Vintage Automatic RA615
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Category
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Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,816 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 Mens 36mm 18k SS 1970s Vintage Automatic RA615
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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$6,800 Sale Price
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Vintage Cartier Rondo Round Ref 1920-1 90s Automatic White Roman Numeral Dial
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Here's a Cartier Santos round reference 1920-1 automatic two tone with a clean white roman numeral
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS Mens 1960s Vintage Automatic RA619
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
uncompromising lifestyle.
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$6,312 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS Mens 1960s Vintage Automatic RA619B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Watch
CONDITION : Pre-owned
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$6,304 Sale Price
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1972 Omega De Ville Vintage Mens Large Retro Automatic with Blue Vignette Dial
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
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1972 OMEGA De Ville Vintage Mens Large Retro Automatic Watch with Blue Vignette Dial - Stainless Steel
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA594B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
lifestyle, a fine addition to any collection.
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$6,272 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA594
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,240 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 34mm Mens 14k SS Automatic 1960s Vintage RA570B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cal.1570 COSC automatic movement, cleaned, in excellent running condition. Watch is all original
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic 70s Ref 1505 Two Tone Silver Dial
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual date reference 1505 two tone automatic with a silver dial
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA592B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,240 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA592
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
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18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,312 Sale Price
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Rolex Datejust 16014 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens Vintage Automatic 1980s RA587
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
occasion, you deserved this.
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,304 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA591B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
COSC automatic movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition. Watch is all original
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,240 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Automatic Vintage RA591
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
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18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,160 Sale Price
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Rolex Datejust 16014 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens Vintage Automatic 1970s RA586
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
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White Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,392 Sale Price
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Rolex Datejust 16014 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens Vintage Automatic 1980s RA587
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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$6,312 Sale Price
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Vintage Rolex Datejust 1980s Ref 16013 Automatic Gold Two Tone Tapestry Dial 36m
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16013 automatic two tone with a silver tapestry dial on a
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Materials
Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16014 36mm 18k White Gold SS Mens Vintage Automatic 1980s RA588B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
.
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$6,392 Sale Price
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Vintage Rolex Datejust 80s Ref 16233 Automatic Gold Two Tone White Roman Numeral
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16233 automatic two tone with a white roman numeral dial
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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16014 36mm 18k White Gold SS Mens Vintage Automatic 1980s RA588
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
occasion, you deserved this.
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$6,384 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS Mens Automatic 1960s Vintage RA560B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
your uncompromising lifestyle.
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Omega cal 344 14k Gold Filled 32mm Mens Bumper Automatic 1950s Vintage RA581
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, 14k gold-filled Men's Omega cal.344 bumper automatic, c.1952, in excellent working
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
$2,320 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 18k Gold SS Men Automatic 1960s Vintage RA560
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
uncompromising lifestyle.
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$6,080 Sale Price
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Rolex Datejust 16014 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens Vintage Automatic 1970s RA586B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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$6,384 Sale Price
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Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS 1970s Automatic Vintage RA535B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
chronometer certified automatic movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition. Watch all
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Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS 1970s Automatic Vintage RA535
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
chronometer certified automatic movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition. Watch all
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Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Explorer II Ref 16550 90s White Polar Dial Automatic 40mm Oyster.
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a Rolex Explorer reference number 16550 automatic with a white polar dial on oyster bracelet
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1005 10s Automatic Silver Dial 14K Yellow Gol
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex reference 1005 champagne dial Oyster Perpetual in 14K yellow gold from the
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold
Vintage Swatch Tresor Magique Platinum Watch with Presentation Case
By Swatch
Located in Providence, RI
This is a rare vintage Swatch Tresor Magique Platinum automatic watch, a standout release from
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1990s Wrist Watches
Materials
Platinum
Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k W Gold SS 1970s Mens Vintage Automatic RA620
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Watch
CONDITION : Pre-owned
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White Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,792 Sale Price
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Longines Wittnauer New York Vintage Automatic 14K Gold Diamond Dial Wristwatch
By Longines
Located in Berlin, DE
Including certificate of authenticity.
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,688 Sale Price
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Omega Seamaster Gold Capped 2802-11 SC Shark Tooth Automatic cal. 471 vintage M
By Omega
Located in Toronto, CA
: Switzerland
Movement: Automatic cal. 471
Case Material: 18K Gold Capped & Steel
Measurements : Case width
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Steel, Stainless Steel
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Vintage Automatic Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage automatic watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, Stainless Steel and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 375 vintage or 29 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a vintage automatic watch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A vintage automatic watch from Rolex, Omega and Seiko — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A vintage automatic watch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 3, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Most of our vintage automatic watch for sale are for men, but there are 112 pieces available to browse for women.
How Much is a Vintage Automatic Watch?
On average, a vintage automatic watch at 1stDibs sells for $3,734, while they’re typically $135 on the low end and $185,803 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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 Vintage Automatic Watch
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021An automatic watch means a watch that is self-winding. It is a mechanical watch which is powered by the natural motion of the wearer.
- Are all Omega watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, as of December 2021, all of the timepieces made by Omega are automatic watches. In the past, Omega did offer mechanical watches. Some of the watchmaker's most well-known collections are the Constellation, the Seamaster and the Speedmaster. Shop a selection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- Are Rolex watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Rolex watches are automatic. They run on a perpetual rotor that uses the movement of the wearer’s wrist to transfer energy to the mainspring of the watch. In fact, a ticking Rolex could indicate a fake! Shop professionally vetted Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- Are Cartier watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 1, 2024Yes, some Cartier watches are automatic but the legendary French luxury house also creates collections that include watches with quartz movements. Cartier’s iconic Tank collection, which includes the Tank Française, the Tank Louis Cartier and other models, features both quartz and automatic options for all kinds of collectors. Each of the watches in the Panthère collection, however, carries a quartz movement.
While quartz watches are powered by a pre-installed battery and a high-frequency quartz crystal, automatic watches rely on a spring system and are self-winding. An automatic watch does not have a battery and is recharged on the wrist owing to the wearer’s movements during the day.
It was Louis Cartier, grandson of Cartier founder Louis-François Cartier, who was responsible for bringing watchmaking to the venerable maison when he presented Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont with a wristwatch in 1904.
Although the pocket watch was the de rigueur men’s accessory of the day, Santos-Dumont found his own pocket watch hard to consult while keeping his plane aloft. Louis fashioned a timepiece with a flat, square case on a leather strap that could be referred to easily at a glance. Named in honor of Louis’s friend, the Santos was eventually produced for sale in 1911.
Find vintage Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs. - Are Omega watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022It depends. Some Omega watch models feature automatic movement, which charges itself from the motion of your wrist as you wear it. Omega also offers quartz watches as well, which must be wound. Browse a wide range of Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Omega has automatic watches. Most of the Omega Constellation watches, including the Omega Constellation Globemaster, are automatic watches. An automatic watch uses the motion of the wearer to power the winding mechanism. Find vintage and contemporary Omega watches from some of the world’s top boutiques 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 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 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 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 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.
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