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Vintage 1960s Gold-Plated and Stainless Steel Back Automatic Swiss Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful pre-owned watch is working and it is running well. Visible signs of ageing and wear
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
1970s vintage Gold-Plated / Stainless Steel Roamer Automatic Vanguard 316 Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This charming pre-owned mechanical watch is working and and is running well. Visible signs of
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Master 1675 Mark V 5 Vintage Pepsi Automatic Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex GMT Master 1675 Mark V 5 Vintage Pepsi Automatic Mens Watch 40MM
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Rolex GMT Master 1675 Vintage 1.9 Serial Pepsi Automatic Watch Service Paper
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex GMT Master 1675 Vintage 1.9 Serial Pepsi Automatic Watch Service Paper 40M
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Rolex GMT-Master 1675 Nipple Dial Men
s Automatic Vintage Watch Two Tone
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex GMT-Master 1675 Nipple Dial Mens Automatic Vintage Watch Two Tone 40mm
Category
Vintage 1970s Modern Wrist Watches
Rolex Submariner 1680 Mark I Men
s Automatic Vintage Watch White Dial SS
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 1680 Mark I Mens Automatic Vintage Watch White Dial SS 40mm
Category
Vintage 1970s Modern Wrist Watches
Rolex Submariner 1680 Mark I Men’s Automatic Vintage Watch White Dial SS
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #:1680. Rolex Submariner 1680 Mark I Mens Automatic Vintage Watch White
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Rolex GMT-Master 16753 Vintage Men’s Automatic Watch Black Dial Two-Tone
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex GMT Master Reference #:16753. Rolex GMT-Master 16753 Vintage Mens Automatic Watch Black Dial
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Vintage Lucien Piccard Automatic 14 Karat Gold Wrist Watch with Crocodile Band
By Lucien Piccard
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lucien Piccard automatic movement 14k yellow gold watch with a round face and a red
Category
Mid-20th Century Swazi Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Vintage Deco 14 Karat Gold Wittnauer Automatic Watch with Original Suede Band
By Wittnauer
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Wittnaur 14k yellow gold watch with a round face and an automatic movement. The watch is
Category
Mid-20th Century Swazi Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Vintage 1960s Gold-Plated Cap and Stainless Steel Back Swiss Automatic Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This charming pre-owned vintage gents automatic watch is working and it is running well. Visible
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
U-Boat Classico 40mm Automatic Black Dial Vintage Screws Bezel Watch 8890
Located in Wilmington, DE
U-Boat Classico 40mm Automatic Black Dial Vintage Screws Bezel Watch 8890
Identity and elegance
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
U-Boat Classico 40mm Automatic Vintage Black Dial Leather Strap Watch 8891
Located in Wilmington, DE
U-Boat Classico 40mm Automatic Vintage Black Dial Leather Strap Watch 8891
U-Boat is an Italian
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Rolex Vintage Double Red Sea-Dweller Stainless Steel Men
s Watch Automatic 1665
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
: 100 m (10 ATM)
Model: Vintage “Double Red” Sea-Dweller
Display: Analog
Serial Number: 1665
Watch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Elgin Automatic Day-Date Base Metal and Stainless Steel Watch, 1970s
By Elgin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960's Vintage Elgin Automatic Day - Date Base Metal with Stainless Steel Case Back with Original
Category
Vintage 1970s American Wrist Watches
Vintage 1950s Gold-Plated and Stainless Steel 25 Jewels Swiss Automatic Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful Pre-owned vintage watch is in good working condition and is running well. Visible
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Tudor Vintage Prince Date-Day 7017/0 Men
s Automatic Grey Dial Watch Steel
By Tudor
Located in Miami, FL
Tudor Vintage Prince Date-Day 7017/0 Men Automatic Grey Dial Watch Steel 37mm
Category
Vintage 1950s Modern Wrist Watches
Rolex President Day-Date 1803 Papers Automatic Vintage Watch Wide Boy 18 Karat
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Day-Date Reference #:1803. Rolex President Day-Date 1803 Papers Automatic Vintage Watch Wide
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Vintage Omega Ω Men
s Seamaster Calendar Automatic 14k Gold Filled Watch w/ Date
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Vintage Omega Ω Men's Seamaster Calendar Automatic 14k Gold Filled Watch w/ Date
Movement
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Gold-filled
Vintage IWC Automatic 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch with a Black Dial, 1951
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1951 Vintage IWC International Watch Company 18k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel watch with Black
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage 1960s Eterna Matic Kon Tiki 20 Date SS Automatic winding Ladies watch
By Eterna
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful pre-owned automatic Eterna-matic Watch is working and it is running well . excellent
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega Automatic Genève Dynamic
By Omega
Located in London, GB
A very stylish vintage Omega Automatic Genève Dynamic wristwatch, Model Ref 166.039. Omega
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega Automatic Genève Dynamic
By Omega
Located in London, GB
A very stylish vintage Omega Automatic Genève Dynamic wristwatch, Model Ref 166.039. Omega
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Gold Zenith Automatic Wristwatch, 1950s
By Zenith
Located in Bologna, IT
A vintage gold Zenith automatic wrist watch, dating from the 1950s.
BRAND
Zenith
MATERIALS
Gold
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Automatic MuDu 30 Jewels Wristwatch
By MuDu
Located in Carlisle, GB
Vintage Automatic MuDu 30 Jewels Wristwatch.
This watch is working and running well. Visible
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Gold Longines Ultrachron Automatic, 1960s
By Longines
Located in Bologna, IT
A vintage gold Longines Ultrachron automatic, dating from the 1960s.
BRAND
Longines (product line
Category
Late 20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Tissot Automatic Ladies Wristwatch
By Tissot
Located in Carlisle, GB
This vintage watch is working and running well. The silver plated case is a bit tarnished as shown
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Materials
Silver Plate, Base Metal
Vintage Steel Omega Seamaster Automatic Wristwatch, 1960s
By Omega
Located in Bologna, IT
A vintage steel Omega Seamaster automatic wrist watch, dating from 1960s.
The dial is very
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre Power Reserve Automatic, 1950s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1950's Vintage Jaeger - Le Coultre 40 Hour Power Reserve Bumper Automatic Stainless Steel watch
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Universal Geneve De Luxe Automatic 1761323
By Universal Genève
Located in New York, NY
.
Acrylic Crystal, rose gold case back.
Automatic self-winding movement.
This watch is backed by our one
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
Classical Vintage Heuer Montreal Automatic Chronograph, 1980
By Heuer
Located in Berlin, DE
highly reliable Automatic Chronograph Movenment Valjoux 7750. Screwed stainless steel case with mineral
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Steel Tissot Seven 7 Automatic Wristwatch, 1970s
By Tissot
Located in Bologna, IT
A vintage steel Tissot Seven 7 automatic wrist watch, dating from the 1970s.
The buckle watch is
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Vintage Steel Tissot Seven 7 Automatic Wristwatch, 1970s
By Tissot
Located in Bologna, IT
A vintage steel Tissot Seven 7 automatic wrist watch, dating from the 1970s.
Both the buckle and
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Vintage Steel Lanco Diver Barracuda Automatic Wristwatch, 1960s
Located in Bologna, IT
A vintage steel Lanco Diver Barracuda automatic wrist watch, dating from the 1960s.
BRAND
Lanco
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
1970s Vintage Gold-Plated Stainless Steel Tissot Automatic Seastar
By Tissot
Located in Carlisle, GB
1970’s Vintage Gold Plated Tissot Automatic Seastar
This beautiful 36mm vintage self winding
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Vintage Chronometer Breitling Trans Ocean Automatic, Date 1969
Located in Berlin, DE
. Much rarer these watches are made of stainless steel and then also to acquire as here in very good
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Women
s Automatic Octogon Santos Two-Tone Vintage Burgundy
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Cartier Women's Automatic Octogon Santos Two-Tone Vintage Burgundy
Serial #0907558532
Round
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rado NCC 444 Gold Plated Automatic Women
s Wristwatch (558.3018.2)
By RADO
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Model #558.3018.2.
Automatic movement #2651 ETA.
Weight: 46.0 grams.
Includes Rado box (vintage box
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Vintage IWC Stainless Steel Watch, 1957
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1957 Vintage International Watch Company (IWC) Automatic Cal. 852 Stainless Steel watch with Silver
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
BWC Automatik Stainless Steel Date Vintage Automatic Chronograph Wristwatch
Located in Berlin, DE
A classic automatic chronograph with date from Switzerland! With date and striking 70s stainless
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage 18 Karat Gold Eterna Matic Sevenday Automatic Wristwatch, 1970s
By Eterna Matic
Located in Bologna, IT
A vintage 18K gold Eterna Matic Sevenday automatic wrist watch, dating from the 1970s.
It has its
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Date Automatic Reference 15000 in Stainless Steel, 1984
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1984 Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Ref. 15000 Stainless Steel watch with Original
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Submariner 5513 1968 Meters First Vintage Stainless Mens Automatic
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 5513 1968 Meters First Vintage Stainless Mens Automatic 40mm
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Rolex Submariner 5513 1968 Meters First Vintage Stainless Men
s Automatic
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 5513 1968 Meters First Vintage Stainless Mens Automatic 40mm
Category
Vintage 1960s Modern Wrist Watches
BRM Vintage-Look Stainless Steel Automatic Chronograph Burgundy Leather Strap
By BRM
Located in Magny En Vexin, FR
The automatic V12-44-Vintage has streamlined hands, racing numbers on the dial, oversized push
Category
2010s French Wrist Watches
Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King Oyster Perpetual Vintage Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Air-King Stainless Steel Watch
Factory Silver T Swiss T Dial
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Gold-Plated and Stainless Steel Back 25Jewels Automatic Wristwatch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful vintage pre-owned automatic watch is in good working condition and it is running
Category
Vintage 1960s German Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rubina 14 Karat Gold Automatic Wristwatch with Black Crocodile Band
By Wittnauer
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Rubina 14k yellow gold watch with a round face and an automatic movement. The watch is in
Category
Mid-20th Century Swazi Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Vintage Jules Jurgenson 14 Karat Gold Automatic Wristwatch with Crocodile Band
By Jules Jugensen
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Jules Jurgenson 14k yellow gold watch with a round face and an automatic movement. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Swazi Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Omega Dynamic Automatic Vintage Spider Patina Roman Dial 565 Movement SS
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Omega Dynamic Automatic Vintage Spider Patina Roman Dial 565 movement SS 41mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches
Bell
Ross Vintage Officer Stainless Steel Automatic BRG126-BRN-ST/SCRS
By Bell
Ross
Located in New York, NY
ATM)
Model: Vintage Officer
Display: Analog
Serial Number: BRG126-BRN-ST/SCRS
Watch Shape: Round
Year
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Girard-Perregaux Ref. 2584, Vintage 1945 XXL Automatic Chronograph, No. 264
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Woodway, TX
of the quality of Girard-Perregaux watches. The watch was running, but slightly fast. Since purchased
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vacheron Constantin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men
s Wrist Watch with Textured Dial
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage Vacheron Constantin Quantieme automatic wrist watch for men in 18 karat yellow gold on
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
1950’s MuDu 25 Jewels Doublematic Gold Plated Vintage Wristwatch
By MuDu
Located in Carlisle, GB
(Automatic) watch is in good working condition and and it is ticking well. Visible signs of ageing and wear
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Omega Seamaster 166.078, White Dial Certified Authentic
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Automatic Vintage Watch. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Omega Seamaster 145.019, Black Dial Certified Authentic
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Omega Seamaster Reference #:145.019. Omega Seamaster 145.019 Soccer Mens Automatic Vintage Watch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Rolex Submariner 5512, Certified Authentic
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #:5512. Rolex Submariner 5512 Mens Automatic Vintage Watch Tropical Gilt
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
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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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The gold content of a vintage watch will depend on the make and model of the watch. Gold is a popular choice for luxury watches due to its finish and yellow-golden hue that can be achieved through gold or gold-plated bands. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The easiest way to determine if a watch is vintage is to look for a date on the back. If the date is more than 20 years old, the timepiece would be considered vintage. If a watch lacks a date, a certified appraiser has the knowledge and experience needed to determine its age. Find a variety of watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a vintage-style watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024A vintage-style watch is a contemporary timepiece with a design that draws inspiration from watches produced in previous eras. To be considered a vintage watch rather than a vintage-style watch, a timepiece must be at least 20 years old. Antique watches are at least 100 years old. Explore a wide variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024All Elgin watches are at least vintage, if not antiques. In the 1960s, the Elgin National Watch Company discontinued its watch production, and by the 1980s, the Elgin brand was phased out completely by the company it had previously merged with. Since any timepiece between 20 and 99 years old is vintage, many Elgin watches fall under that category. Any Elgin watch that is 100 years old or older is antique. You can identify an antique Elgin watch using the serial number, which you'll find inside the movement. By cross-referencing the serial number found on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources, you can identify its year of production. If your watch doesn't have a serial number, it was likely produced in the 18th century, making it an antique. If you'd like assistance with dating your watch, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of Elgin watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To identify your vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. Those made before 1944 have seven-digit numbers; from 1944 on, the numbers have eight digits. On vintage models, the serial number is engraved on the inside of the case back.You can cross-reference this number online to find out what model your watch is. Explore a wide variety of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wind a vintage Omega watch by twisting the crown at the side in a clockwise direction. Stop winding once you feel the movement of the crown stop. Browse a range of authenticated vintage and contemporary Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024To identify a vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. On most vintage timepieces, this number appears on the inside of the caseback. By cross-referencing the number with the information provided by trusted online resources, you can learn what model your watch is and discover other details like its ownership history. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Omega watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Seiko watches include a few different identifying marks. Before 1970, serial numbers were seven digits, and limited-edition models had a piece number. Modern Seiko watches have a six-digit serial number, which includes the manufacturing date. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Seiko watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify a vintage Hamilton watch, grab a magnifying glass and look for its model number, serial number and case number. Most timepieces produced by Hamilton will display one, two or all three of these numbers. The model and case numbers generally appear on the back of the case, and you can usually find the serial number on the lugs. You can enter these numbers into the search tool on the National Association of Watch Clock Collectors's official website to learn about your watch's age, style name and other characteristics. If you have any difficulty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of vintage Hamilton watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To date a vintage LeCoultre watch, the best approach is to use the serial number. You can cross-reference the number on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources to determine its year of production. The serial number appears on the watch's movement, so it's necessary to remove the case back to examine it. If you're unfamiliar with how to do this safely, you may wish to have an authorized repair person open your watch. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Jaeger-LeCoultre watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can check if your vintage Omega watch is the real deal by cross-referencing the serial number stamped on the watch. The serial number is seven to eight digits long, and if it doesn’t match the company’s database, this is a serious red flag that can indicate that the piece is fake. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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Rolex Sea Dweller 1665
Rolex Watches 1985
Rolex Zephyr
Rotary Gold Watch
Rotary Watch Vintage
Rotary Watch
Tiffany Blue Dial Watch
Tiffany Watch Bands
Tissot 516
Tissot Navigator
Wrist Watch Rotary
1520 Rolex
1950 Omega Seamaster Automatic