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Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Black Onyx Dial Vintage Mens Watch 3729
By Patek Philippe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Black Onyx Dial Vintage Mens Watch 3729. Manual winding movement
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Vintage Mens Watch 1601
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Vintage Mens Watch 1601. Officially certified
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Submariner Vintage Black Mark IV Dial Steel Mens Watch 1680
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Submariner Vintage Black Mark IV Dial Steel Mens Watch 1680. Official certified chronometer
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Chanel Vintage Black Gold Leather Chain Link Evening Cuff Bracelet Dress Watch
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES
Chanel Vintage Black Gold Leather Chain Link Evening Cuff Bracelet Dress Watch
Category
Late 20th Century Wrist Watches
Rolex GMT-Master 16753 Vintage Men
s Automatic Watch Black Dial Two Tone
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex GMT-Master 16753 Vintage Mens Automatic Watch Black Dial Two Tone 40mm
Category
Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches
Rolex Red Submariner 1680 Mark IV Vintage Black Dial Men
s Watch, 1968
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Red Submariner 1680 Mark IV Vintage Black Dial Men's Watch 40mm 1968
Category
Vintage 1960s Modern Wrist Watches
Rolex Submariner Black Dial Vintage Steel Mens Watch 5513 Box Service Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Submariner Black Dial Vintage Steel Mens Watch 5513 Box Service Card. Automatic self-winding
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16013. Officially certified
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust Black Dial Engine Turned Bezel Vintage Steel Mens Watch 1603
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Black Dial Engine Turned Bezel Vintage Steel Mens Watch 1603. Officially certified
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold and Black Leather Chameleon Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES
18kt yellow gold
Leather band
Manual movement
Silver dial
Case Diameter 16mm
Adjustable band 5.3-6.5"
Category
Late 20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust Black Dial Engine Turned Bezel Vintage Steel Mens Watch 1603
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Black Dial Engine Turned Bezel Vintage Steel Mens Watch 1603. Officially certified
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Date Smooth Bezel Black Sigma Dial Steel Vintage Mens Watch 1500
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Date Smooth Bezel Black Sigma Dial Steel Vintage Mens Watch 1500. Officially certified
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16013. Officially certified
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16013. Officially certified
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust Turnograph Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16253
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Turnograph Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16253. Officially
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Date Engine Turned Bezel Black Dial Vintage Steel Mens Watch 1501
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Date Engine Turned Bezel Black Dial Vintage Steel Mens Watch 1501. Officially certified
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16013. Officially certified
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16013. Officially certified
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust Black Tapestry Dial Steel Yellow Gold Vintage Mens Watch 16013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Black Tapestry Dial Steel Yellow Gold Vintage Mens Watch 16013. Officially certified
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel
Vintage Ladies Hermes Profil Gold Plated Watch
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Profil watch in steel and gold plated bezel.
Red leather band.
Some signs of wear in
Category
1990s French Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Yellow Gold Black Diamond Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Yellow Gold Black Diamond Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16013. Officially
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Yellow Gold Black Diamond Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Yellow Gold Black Diamond Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16013. Officially
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Yellow Gold
Vintage Gucci Gold Plated Watch Model 3900L Black Sunburst Face with Box Papers
By Gucci
Located in West Sussex, GB
This beautiful Gucci dress watch from the 90's / 00's is in really good condition. It features a
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Omega Automatic Men
s Vintage Geneve Watch
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Omega Automatic Men's Vintage Geneve Watch
- Black leather strap with a tan brown inner side and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Rolex Submariner Date 16808 Men
s Watch Black Nipple Dial Vintage 18K Y Gold
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Date 16808 Men'sWatch Black Nipple Dial Vintage 18K Y.Gold 40mm
Category
Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches
Omega Cal. 267 18k Rose Gold Vintage Hand-Winding Watch w/ Black Leather Band
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Black Leather Aftermarket Band w/ Rose Gold Plated Omega Clasp
Width at Case = 17 mm
Width at Tip = 16
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Chanel Matelassée Watch in steel and Black Leather
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Vintage 1993 Chanel matelassée watch in steel and quilted blakc leather bracelet.
Good working
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Corum Horizontal Diamond Ladies Steel Watch Black Leather Strap
By Corum
Located in Hamilton, AU
glass, a Corum crown, and battery-operated quartz movement. The black dial is graced with silver hands
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1603 Stainless Steel Watch, 1971
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Equipped with a Vintage-style, Matte Black-colored Alligator watch strap. Triple Signed. Swiss-made.
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Van Cleef
Arpels Black 18K Vintage Alhambra Quartz Women
s Wristwatch 26MM
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Vintage Alhambra creations by Van Cleef & Arpels are distinguished by their unique, timeless
Category
2010s French Contemporary Wrist Watches
Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601 Black Dial, 1957
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1957 Vintage Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601 14k White Gold Fluted Bezel and Stainless Steel watch with
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Certified 1965 Rolex Submariner 5513 Vintage Black Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
collection is complete without them. Here we have a very early version of such reference, a watch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Bell
Ross Black Stainless Steel Vintage BR123 GMT Automatic Men
s Wristwatch 4
By Bell
Ross
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
round stainless steel case houses a black dial with large bold Arabic numeral and index hour markers
Category
2010s Unknown Contemporary Wrist Watches
Zenith Vintage No-Ref#, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Zenith
Located in Miami, FL
Zenith Vintage Reference #:No-ref#. Zenith Mens Vintage Manual Hand Winding Watch Black Dial Gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Rolex Vintage Collection 2811, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Vintage Collection Reference #: 2811. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Yellow Gold Black 0 MM
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Cartier No-Model Vintage, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier No-Model Reference #:Vintage. Cartier Ronde Vintage Unisex Hand Wind Gold Plated Watch Off
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601 with Black Dial, 1977
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1977 Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601. 14K White Gold & Stainless Steel case. 36mm wide
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Patek Philippe Vintage 3649-1, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Patek Philippe Vintage Reference #: 3649-1. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Yellow Gold Black 30 MM
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Vintage Rolex Day-Date President Reference 1803 Black Dial, 1957
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1957 Vintage Rolex Day-Date President Reference 1803. 18K Yellow Gold case. Original, but restored
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Omega Black Stainless Steel Vintage Constellation 39610701 Unisex Wristwatch 32
By Omega
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Elegant design and subtle aesthetics define this exquisite Vintage Constellation watch from the
Category
2010s Italian Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Datejust 16018 Black Dial 18k Gold, Circa 1979
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Rolex Datejust 16018 Black Dial 18K Gold Circa 1979
Specifications
Brand Rolex
Model
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Girard Perregaux Black Stainless Steel Vintage 1945 Ref. 2599 Chronograph
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Created with skill using high-quality materials, this watch from Girard Perregaux has been designed
Category
2010s Italian Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Gucci Moon Phase Pointer Triple Calendar Gold Filled Italian Watch
By Gucci
Located in Brindisi, IT
Gucci moon phase vintage watch 1980s. Black detail against satin white tapestry-patterned face
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Rolex Vintage White Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Black Matte Dial Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust
Factory Black Matte Dial with Silver Applied Stick Markers
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Men
s Rolex Explorer I 14270 - Black Tritium Dial, W# Single Buckle
By Rolex
Located in Holtsville, NY
-appropriate changes, adding to the watch's vintage charm.
This Rolex Explorer I comes with its original
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Submariner Stainless Steel and 18 Karat Gold, Black Dial/Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
This is an extremely fine example of a well cared for vintage Rolex. This Submariner with Black
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Black Dial 18K White Gold And Diamonds Classique Vintage Women
s
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
famous for their high-quality watches that have been painstakingly designed with style using only the
Category
2010s French Contemporary Wrist Watches
Longines Black Gold Plated Vintage QWR HT 1964-0961 Women
s Wristwatch 16 mm
By Longines
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Your dream to own a beautiful vintage creation comes true in this timepiece from Longines! The
Category
2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches
LeCoultre Vintage 34mm
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage watch on a Black Crocodile strap with a Gold Fill tang buckle. This LeCoultre watch has a 34 x 34
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
$2,290
ROLEX Explorer Ref. 1016 Vintage 1964
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Explorer Ref. 1016, Vintage 1964 watch. Matte black dial, stainless steel case/bracelet, 36.0
Category
Swiss Wrist Watches
Zenith Vintage Unknown, Case, Certified and Warranty
By Zenith
Located in Miami, FL
Zenith Vintage Reference #:Unknown. Zenith Mens Vintage Manual Hand Winding Watch Black Dial Gold
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Tudor Oysterdate 94210 With 8 mm Band, Stainless-Steel Bezel
Black Dial
By Tudor
Located in Miami, FL
Tudor OysterDate Reference #:94210. TUDOR OYSTERDATE 94210 VINTAGE MENS AUTOMATIC WATCH BLACK DIAL
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Bulgari yellow and white gold Vintage Snake tubogaz Quartz Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in Paris, IDF
A 750/000 yellow and white gold "Snake" Bulgari vintage watch, tubogaz bracelet. Black dial.
Case
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Movado Museum 86-A1-836K With 7 mm Band, Stainless-Steel Bezel
Black Dial
By Movado
Located in Miami, FL
Movado Museum Reference #:86-A1-836K. MOVADO MUSEUM 86-A1-836K STAINLESS STEEL BLACK DIAL VINTAGE
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Original Vintage Army Poster The Black Watch Senior Highland Regiment Scotland
Located in London, GB
Original vintage military recruitment poster - The Black Watch Join the Senior Highland Regiment
Category
1950s More Prints
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Poster Ecosse Scotland LNER LMS Railway Black Watch Bagpipers
By Christopher Clark
Located in London, GB
(1875-1942) depicting pipers in military tartan uniform kilts and bearskin hats from the Black Watch
Category
1930s More Prints
Materials
Paper
Vintage Chanel Première Rock Chain Bracelet Watch
By Chanel
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Vintage Chanel Première Rock Chain Bracelet Watch. The watch debuted in 1987 and remains a Chanel
Category
1990s Swiss Miscellaneous
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Vintage Black Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact vintage black watch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Stainless Steel and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 98 vintage or 25 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage black watch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a vintage black watch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Rolex, Cartier and JAR are consistently popular. A vintage black watch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Onyx 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 brilliant cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a vintage black watch, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and women.
How Much is a Vintage Black Watch?
Prices for a vintage black watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $95 and can go as high as $52,613, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,084.
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.
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Questions About Vintage Black Watch
- 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.
- Does Rolex make black watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, Rolex does make black watches. The Swiss luxury watchmaker has offered black dials on many of its timepieces, including the Air-King, the Cellini, Datejust, the Day-Date, the Daytona, the Explorer, the GMT-Master II, the Milgauss, the Oyster Perpetual, the Sea-Dweller, the Sky-Dweller, the Submariner and the Yacht-Master. However, Rolex isn't known for producing black cases and bracelets, with the exception of custom orders. Find a wide range of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024There is no single most sought-after vintage watch. Trends in collecting do vary over time, but some watches have reached an iconic status and tend to remain popular among collectors year after year. Examples of such watches include the Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513, the Omega Speedmaster Professional Ref. 105.003, the TAG Heuer Monaco Ref. 1133B, Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 96, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref. 5402, the Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921, the Longines 13ZN Chronograph, the Zenith El Primero Ref. A384, the Tudor Submariner Ref. 7928, the Breitling Navitimer Ref. 806, the IWC Big Pilot Ref. 5002, the Cartier Tank Louis Cartier, the Breguet Type XX, the Universal Genève Polerouter, the Seiko 6139 "Pogue," the Hamilton Ventura and the Omega Seamaster 300 Ref. 165.014. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- How old is my vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024To determine how old your vintage watch is, first do some research using trusted online resources. Start by looking at the back of your watch to see if there are any numbers, such as serial or model numbers. Cross-referencing these numbers with online reference guides can often give you a rough idea of when a watch was produced. If you can't find any type of identifying number, you can learn more about the maker to find out when it crafted similar watches or have a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert assist you with the dating process. Shop a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022No, Rolex has never made an all-black watch. However, it’s possible to have a Rolex customized to be all black and occasionally, you can find these customized timepieces on the used market. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted Rolex watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024How much a Piguet Black Panther watch is will vary. The luxury watchmaker Audemars Piguet actually released multiple versions of the timepiece produced in collaboration with Marvel. When it came to market, the standard titanium and ceramic version cost $162,000, while prices for the limited edition Royal Oak Concept "Black Panther" Flying Tourbillon began around $224,000. How much you would expect to pay for one on the secondary market would depend on the condition of the watch and its model. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Audemars Piguet watches.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The best vintage Omega timepiece to buy is largely a matter of personal preference. The Seamaster and Speedmaster are two timeless options available in a variety of finishes and styles. No matter which watch you choose, only buy from a reputable dealer or online platform to ensure you receive an authentic timepiece. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Omega watches on 1stDibs.
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This all-green version of the Submariner is much sought-after.
The Rolex Sprite
This model was designed for lefties.
The Rolex Pepsi
This model's other nickname, Pussy Galore, come from a James Bond film.
Patek Philippe’s Calatrava Watch Is an Icon of Understated Elegance
Launched in 1932, the model has become emblematic of quality craftsmanship and timeless design.
Bulgari’s Serpenti Wristwatch Is the Power Piece of the Moment, Again
From Elizabeth Taylor to Zendaya, the Serpenti has been the accessory of choice for generations of it girls.
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