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Tudor Submariner 94010, Black Dial Certified Authentic
By Tudor
Located in Miami, FL
Tudor Submariner Reference #:94010. Tudor Submariner Snowflake 94010 Mens Automatic Vintage Watch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust 5700, Silver Dial Certified Authentic
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust Reference #:6917. Rolex Datejust 6917 President Women Automatic Vintage Watch 18K
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Rolex Submariner 1680, Black Dial Certified Authentic
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 Submariner 1680, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #:1680. Rolex Submariner 1680 Mark I Mens Automatic Vintage Watch White
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Rolex Submariner 1680, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
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 Explorer II12600, Dial Certified Authentic
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Explorer II Reference #:16550. Rolex Explorer II 16550 Vintage Mens Automatic Watch White
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Rolex Explorer II 16550, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Explorer II Reference #:16550. Rolex Explorer II 16550 Vintage Mens Automatic Watch White
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Rolex Day-Date 1803, Champagne Dial Certified Authentic
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
Rolex GMT Master 16753, Black Dial Certified Authentic
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
Rolex GMT Master 16753, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex GMT Master Reference #:16753. Rolex GMT-Master 16753 Vintage Mens Automatic Watch Black Dial
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Rolex GMT Master 16753, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
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
Girard-Perregaux Time-Date Chronograph Automatic Wrist Watch Vintage, 1999
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Amsterdam, NL
indication. OG number 21, building year 1999. This is a fully automatic watch working on the movement of the
Category
1990s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Materials
Brass, Steel
1962 Omega Seamaster Mens "Jumbo" Vintage Automatic Watch - 18K Gold Shell
SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites.
1962 OMEGA SEAMASTER Mens "Jumbo" Vintage Automatic Watch - 18K Gold Shell
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Zenith/Movado Vintage 1970
s Automatic Watch
By Movado
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the vintage 1970's automatic movement Movado watch, a true testament to timeless
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Certina DS 288 Stainless Steel Men
s Automatic Date Watch
By Certina Watch Company
Located in New York, NY
. A date window is positioned at 3 o'clock, adding functionality to its design. The watch is completed
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s International Watch Company Automatic Gents Watch
By IWC
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage stainless steel watch from the designer IWC (International Watch Company). The
Category
Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
CARTIER Santos automatic vintage steel watch
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
automatic movement.
Vintage watch from the 1970s.
Signed cartier on dial, case and buckle.
Very good
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Omega Vintage 1966 Automatic Seamaster Watch
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Omega Vintage 1966 Automatic Seamaster Watch
Steel case with champagne dial and date window at 3
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
Vintage Rolex Datejust Automatic Men
s Watch 1603
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Steel Watch 1603 - Automatic winding. Stainless steel case with engine turned
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Rolex Datejust Automatic Men
s Watch 1603
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Steel Watch 1603 - Automatic winding. Stainless steel case with engine turned
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
OMEGA De Ville Prestige Automatic VIntage Watch
By Omega
Located in San Fernando, CA
Self Winding (Automatic) Movement
Swiss Made
Push Fold over Clasp
May Fit up to a wrist size of 7" or
Category
Late 20th Century Wrist Watches
Tiffany
Co. Vintage Automatic Movado Movement Unisex Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany & Co. Vintage Automatic Movado Movement Unisex Watch - Automatic winding; Movado movement
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Stainless Steel Omega Constellation Automatic Men
s Watch
By Omega
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this Vintage Stainless Steel Omega Constellation Mens Watch. It features an
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Jaeger-Lecoultre Club Vintage Automatic All Stainless Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
This vintage Jaeger-Lecoultre Club is an automatic watch from the 70's indicating day and date
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Gold filled Automatic Presentation Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Automatic, self winding movement, Original Excellent Mint Silver Satin Dial with Raised Gold markers, Gold
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Omega Seamaster Deville Automatic Jumbo Vintage Wrist Watch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Omega Seamaster Deville Wrist Watch, 42 M.M. X 9 M.M thick 14k Yellow Gold filled 3
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Vintage Tissot Seastar Visodate Men
s Automatic Date Watch
By Tissot
Located in New York, NY
Notes: Good vintage condition, keeps good time, winding wheel slips when hand wound but automatic works
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Submariner Gilt Dial Men
s Automatic Watch 5513
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner Gilt Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 - Automatic winding; acrylic crystal
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Rolex Submariner Gilt Dial Men
s Automatic Watch 5513
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner Gilt Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 - Automatic winding; acrylic crystal
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Rolex Submariner Black Dial Men
s Automatic Watch 5513
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner Black Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 - Automatic winding; acrylic crystal
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Rolex Submariner 1680 Yellow Gold Automatic Men
s Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner 1680 Yellow Gold Automatic Mens Watch - Automatic. 18K Yellow gold case
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage 1960
s Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Mariner Automatic Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
: 34mm
Dial Color: Silver
Markers: Silver
Movement: Automatic
Condition: Very Good
This watch has been
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega Automatic 14k Yellow Gold Men
s Dress Watch
By Omega
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Omega Automatic 14k Yellow Gold Men's Dress Watch - Automatic winding. 14k yellow gold
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Rolex Submariner Tiffany " Spider " Dial Men
s Automatic Watch 5513
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner Tiffany " Spider " Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 - Automatic winding
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Gubelin for Tiffany
Co. Vintage Steel Automatic Wrist Watch
By Gubelin Lucerne
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Gubelin Retailed by Tiffany & Company Wrist watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 2 piece
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
1973 Omega Geneve Vintage Mens Automatic Watch - Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1973 OMEGA GENEVE Vintage Mens Automatic Watch - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous Original Condition - Fully
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1969 Omega Constellation Vintage Mens Large Automatic Chronometer Watch
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
with a 5.0 star rating.
1970 OMEGA CONSTELLATION Vintage Mens Large Automatic Chronometer Watch, Day
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Retro Era Rare Cartier Automatic Dress Watch – Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A rare vintage Cartier automatic dress watch from the Retro era, featuring a sleek 33mm stainless
Category
20th Century Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vacheron Constantin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Men
s Automatic Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Dallas, TX
Vacheron Constantin 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Men's Automatic Watch - Automatic winding. 18K Yellow
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Breitling Chronomat B13050.1 Automatic Stainless Steel
18K Gold Watch
By Breitling
Located in Baltimore, MD
Vintage Breitling Chronomat B13050.1 Automatic Stainless Steel & 18K Gold Watch Leather Strap
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre HPG Memovox Alarm Automatic Steel Men
s Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre HPG Memovox Alarm Automatic Steel Men's Watch - Automatic winding, date
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Omega 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Men
s Watch White Dial
By Omega
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Omega 18K Gold Men's Watch
Model 7663654
Serial: 7763596
This vintage omega watch is set
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Omega Seamaster De Ville 14K Gold Men
s Automatic Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
. The Omega logo and "Automatic" are prominently displayed, highlighting the watch's precision movement
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Omega Seamaster De Ville Men
s 14K Gold Automatic Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This signature Omega timepiece features a 34mm watch face crafted in 14k gold, showcasing a
Category
Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
1960 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 853 Automatic - Stainless Steel
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1960 Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 853 Automatic - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous Restored Condition - Movement
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega Seamaster Stretch Bracelet Silver Dial Men
s Automatic Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
bracelet, it showcases a sleek and timeless design. The watch is powered by an automatic movement, ensuring
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1963 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 853 Automatic - Stainless Steel
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites.
1963 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 853 Automatic - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1957 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 852 Automatic - Stainless Steel
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
1957 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 852 Automatic - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous Restored Condition
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Omega Constellation Automatic Chronometer Day-Date - Vintage 18k Men
s Watch
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
at the 3 O'Clock position. The watch is powered by a high quality Chronometer-grade automatic
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Vacheron Constaintin 18k Gold Champagne Dial Automatic Watch 7397
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in New York, NY
Style: Classic Model: Vacheron Constaintin Vintage: Yes Movement: Mechanical (Automatic) Dial Color
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady Datejust Automatic - Vintage Ladies
Watch - Jubilee
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is a vintage Swiss Made Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ladies' watch with reference
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
1969 Omega Constellation Vintage Mens Automatic Chronometer Watch, Date - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
with a 5.0 star rating.
1969 OMEGA CONSTELLATION Vintage Mens Automatic Chronometer Watch, Date
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1969 Omega Constellation Vintage Mens Automatic Chronometer Watch, Date - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
with a 5.0 star rating.
1969 OMEGA CONSTELLATION Vintage Mens Automatic Chronometer Watch, Date
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1960
s Ulysse Nardin Vintage Mens Automatic Watch - Stainless Steel
By Ulysse Nardin
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites.
1960's ULYSSE NARDIN Vintage Mens Automatic Watch - Stainless Steel
Beautiful
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1969 Omega Seamaster Mens Vintage Cal. 565 Watch, Automatic, Date
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
1969 OMEGA SEAMASTER Mens Vintage Cal. 565 Watch, Automatic, Date - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1979 Omega Seamaster Mens Vintage Watch, Automatic, Date - Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1979 OMEGA SEAMASTER Mens Vintage Watch, Automatic, Date - Stainless Steel
Beautiful Restored
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
International Watch Company Automatic Gents Wristwatch
By IWC
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage 18ct yellow gold watch from the designer IWC. The watch features gold hour
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
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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
- 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.
- 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. - 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.
- 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 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 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, 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