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Rolex Yellow Gold Triple-Calendar Chronograph Dato-Compax Wristwatch Ref 6036
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex
Reference: 6036
Model: "Jean Claude Killy" Triple-Calendar Chronograph Dato-Compax
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Omega 2-Register Chronograph in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, 1945
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1945 Vintage Omega 2 Register Chronograph 18k Yellow Gold with Original Silver Dial with Applied
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 1463 circa 1955
By Patek Philippe
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Patek Philippe
Ref. 1463
Case
18k yellow gold, screw back, acrylic glass, 35mm
Movement
13''', manual wind
Dial
Original dial and hands
Bracelet
Original croco leath...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Leonidas Easy Rider 1-Register Chronograph with a Plastic Case, 1970s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's Vintage Leonidas Easy Rider 1 Register Chronograph RARE Plastic Case watch with Original
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Vintage Men
s Chronograph Fairfax 18k Yellow Gold Case w/Sub Dials
Tachymeter
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Vintage Men's Chronograph Fairfax 18K Yellow Gold Case w/Sub Dials & Tachymeter
Movement # 1414
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Universal Genève 12445 Uni-Compax Chronograph Manual Vintage 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Universal Genève
Located in Miami, FL
Universal Geneve 12445 Uni-compax Chronograph Manual Vintage 18K Rose Gold 35mm
Category
1950s Modern Vintage Chronograph Watches
Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Pasha Chronograph Quartz Wristwatch Ref 1354/1
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
18-karat yellow gold diamond Pasha wristwatch by Cartier.
Brand: Cartier
Style name: Pasha
Reference number: 1354/1
Case material: 18-karat yellow gold with diamonds
Dial color: Whi...
Category
1990s French Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Heuer Monopoussoir Stainless Steel Watch, 1950s
By Heuer
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
watch with Original Black Dial with Brown Luminous Arabic Numbers. These Heuer Monoppoussoir watches
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Patek Philippe Platinum Annual Cal Chron 5960p-001 Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
PATEK PHILIPPE PLATINUM ANNUAL CALENDAR CHRONOGRAPH 5960P-001 WATCH
ITEM DESCRIPTION:
Patek
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Platinum
1975 Vintage Rolex Oyster Cosmograph in SS
Pre-Daytona
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
stick hands. It has 3 additional black sub-dials for the chronograph feature. This watch has high
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Girard-Perregaux Time-Date Chronograph Automatic Wrist Watch Vintage, 1999
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful collectors piece metal case chronograph wrist watch by Girard-Perregaux with time-date
Category
1990s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Brass, Steel
Omega Stainless Steel Speedmaster Professional Chronograph Manual Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Dallas, TX
Mens Omega Speedmaster Professional "Moonwatch" Chronograph Stainless Steel Wristwatch. Manual
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex "Zenith" Daytona Men
s Chronograph Watch 16520
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex "Zenith" Daytona Men's Chronograph Watch 16520 - Automatic winding, chronograph, sapphire
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Rolex "Zenith" Daytona Men
s Chronograph Watch 16520
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex "Zenith" Daytona Men's Chronograph Watch 16520 - Automatic winding, chronograph, sapphire
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Universal Geneve Tri-Compax Moonphase Chronograph Watch
By Universal Genève
Located in Dallas, TX
Universal Geneve Tri-Compax Moonphase Chronograph Watch - Manual winding. Stainless steel with tear
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Universal Geneve Tri-Compax Moonphase Chronograph Watch
By Universal Genève
Located in Dallas, TX
Universal Geneve Tri-Compax Moonphase Chronograph Watch - Manual winding. Stainless steel with tear
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
ChronoSwiss Opus, Yellow Gold Skeleton Chronograph Watch
By Chronoswiss
Located in New York, NY
ChronoSwiss Opus, Yellow Gold Skeleton Chronograph Watch Circa 2000
Model/Reference: Opus/ CH 7521
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Franck Muller Endurance Men
s Stainless Steel Chronograph Watch 700CC
By Franck Muller
Located in Dallas, TX
Franck Muller Endurance Men's Stainless Steel Chronograph Watch 700CC - Automatic . Stainless steel
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Breitling Bentley Men
s 18k Yellow Gold Chronograph Watch K25362
By Breitling
Located in Dallas, TX
Breitling Bentley Men's 18k Yellow Gold Chronograph Watch K25362 - Automatic winding chronograph
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Breitling Bentley Men
s 18k Yellow Gold Chronograph Watch K25362
By Breitling
Located in Dallas, TX
Breitling Bentley Men's 18k Yellow Gold Chronograph Watch K25362 - Automatic winding chronograph
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Cartier Pasha C de Cartier Midsize Quartz Chronograph Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Pasha C de Cartier Midsize 35mm Quartz Chronograph Watch - Quartz. Stainless Steel with 3
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Helmut Lang Chronograph Watch 2004 Never Produced Sample
By Helmut Lang
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very rare prototype / sample Helmut Lang chronograph watch, circa 2004. The watch was made in
Category
20th Century Italian Vintage Chronograph Watches
Breitling Chronomat 44 Stainless Steel Men
s Chronograph Watch AB0110
By Breitling
Located in Dallas, TX
Breitling Chronomat 44 Stainless Steel Men's Chronograph Watch AB0110 - Automatic winding
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Breitling Chronomat Men
s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chronograph Watch K13048
By Breitling
Located in Dallas, TX
Breitling Chronomat Men's 18k Yellow Gold Chronograph Watch K13048 - Automatic winding chronograph
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Breitling Bentley Men
s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chronograph Watch K1336212
By Breitling
Located in Dallas, TX
Breitling Bentley Men's 18k Yellow Gold Chronograph Watch K1336212 - Automatic winding chronograph
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Breitling Bentley Men
s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chronograph Watch K1336212
By Breitling
Located in Dallas, TX
Breitling Bentley Men's 18k Yellow Gold Chronograph Watch K1336212 - Automatic winding chronograph
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Cartier Tank Americaine
or American
Men
s 18 Karat Gold Chronograph Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Americaine (or American) Men's 18k Yellow Gold Chronograph Watch - Quartz chronograph
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Rolex "Zenith" Daytona Steel and Gold 2-Tone Chronograph Watch 16523
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex "Zenith" Daytona Steel & Gold 2-Tone Chronograph Watch 16523 - Automatic winding, chronograph
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Tag Heuer Carrera "Gübelin" Men
s Steel Chronograph Watch Ref 3647S
By TAG Heuer
Located in Dallas, TX
Tag Heuer Carrera "Gübelin" Men's Steel Chronograph Watch Ref 3647S - Manual winding chronograph
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Wyler Incaflex Limited Edition 18k Gold White Rubber Men
s Chronograph Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Wyler Incaflex Limited Edition 18k Rose Gold White Rubber Men's Chronograph Watch 102.839
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Movado Sports Edition Diamond Chronograph Watch 84 C5 1892.0 w/box
By Movado
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Movado Sports Edition Diamond Chronograph Watch
Model: 84 C5 1892.0
Serial: 5428413
This sports
Category
20th Century Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Mens Gigandet Wakmann Datic Triple Date Chronograph Watch Incabloc Rubber Band
By Wakmann
Located in Dearborn, MI
Mens Gigandet Wakmann Datic Triple Date Chronograph Watch Incabloc Black Rubber Band
Rare Genuine
Category
1960s Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Unworn NOS Pasha Chronograph Watch
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A NOS stainless steel Pasha Chronograph wristwatch by Cartier. Features a white dial with a date
Category
Late 20th Century French Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Hermès Chronograph Watch
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
A stylish and sophisticated looking chronograph stainless steel watch by Hermès Paris with second
Category
1960s French Vintage Chronograph Watches
1971 Steel Omega Flightmaster Automatic Chronograph Watch
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details:
Metal Type: Steel
Weight: 130.8 grams
Diameter: 3.5cm
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Steel
Audemars Piguet Yellow Gold Black Dial Chronograph Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 1990s 18k Yellow Gold Chronograph Gents Wristwatch, black dial with applied arabic numbers and
Category
1990s Unknown Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Gold
IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Watch IW371933 Automatic Stainless Men
s Black
Located in Washington Depot, CT
IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Men's Watch
Model: IW371933
Serial: 3108426
Black Dial, White and
Category
20th Century Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1966 Breitling Top Time Vintage Ref. 2003 Mens Chronograph Watch - Gold Plated
By Breitling
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1966 BREITLING TOP TIME Vintage Ref. 2003 Mens Chronograph Watch - 18K Gold Plated & Stainless Steel
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Benedict Bros. Yellow Gold Minute Repeating Split-Second Chronograph Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Minute repeateing split-second chronograph with register. 18k yellow gold open face case, 47mm
Category
20th Century Swiss Edwardian Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zenith Primero Defy Mens Automatic Chronograph Watch with Papers - SS
18K Gold
By Zenith
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites.
Zenith Primero Defy Mens Automatic Chronograph Watch with Papers - Stainless Steel
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Baume
Mercier by Wakmann Rose Gold Triple Date Chronograph Watch
By Baume
Mercier
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ Medium Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement.
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This rare watch was
Category
1940s Vintage Chronograph Watches
Chopard Imperiale Chronograph Diamond Bezel 18 Karat Gold Black Leather Watch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
* Pre-Owned (Used) with Box no Papers
This Chopard Imperiale Chronograph watch in White Gold features a
Category
20th Century Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
TAG Heuer CAZ1018 Formula 1 Chronograph Watch Red Bull Racing Quartz Blue Dial
By TAG Heuer
Located in Dayton, OH
TAG Heuer CAZ1018/WBC1283 Red Bull Racing Formula One Team special edition wrist watch with nylon
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1950
s Early Chronograph Rolex Watch w/ Blue Telemeter Ring
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A Stainless Steel Chronograph Watch Ref # 4500 by Rolex - blue telemeter ring, circa 1950, early
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Universal Geneve Yellow Gold Chronograph Manual Wristwatch
By Universal Genève
Located in Dallas, TX
Universal Geneve 18K Yellow Gold Chronograph Watch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow gold ( 35 mm
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Rolex Stainless steel Zenith Daytona Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16520
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex "Zenith" Daytona Men's Chronograph Watch 16520 - Automatic winding, chronograph, sapphire
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Breitling Colt Chronograph A73350 Silver Blue Dial Quartz Watch #20813
By Breitling
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Breitling Colt Chronograph Watch
Model: A73350
Serial: 374469
This Breitling Colt watch is set in
Category
20th Century Contemporary Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Breitling Stainless Steel Navitimer Chronograph Manual Wristwatch Ref 806
By Breitling
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Breitling Navitimer Men's Steel Chronograph Watch 806 - Manual winding chronograph
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Chronograph Watches
Tag Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph Diamond Bezel Watch – 41mm
By TAG Heuer
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
This sophisticated Tag Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph watch blends sporty performance with refined
Category
20th Century Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Diamond, Steel
Cartier Tank Francaise Large Chronograph Quartz Yellow Gold Watch Ref. 1830
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
This gorgeous Cartier Tank Francaise Large Chronograph watch is made of 18k yellow gold and is in
Category
20th Century French Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Breitling Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Shadow Flyback Automatic Wristwatch
By Breitling
Located in Dallas, TX
Breitling Shadow Flyback B35312 Men's Chronograph Watch B35312 - Automatic winding chronograph
Category
20th Century Vintage Chronograph Watches
Omega Rose Gold Chronograph Mechanical Wristwatch, 1960s
By Omega
Located in Poitiers, FR
Watch in 18 karats rose gold, eagle's head hallmark.
Omega Chronograph - Tachymeter Men's Watch
Category
20th Century French Retro Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Girard Perregaux Chronograph Reference 1030 Two Tone
By Girard Perregaux
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Girard Perregaux 1990s Two-Tone Chronograph Watch, a harmonious blend of luxury and
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rare Vintage Oriosa Chronograph – 1960s Stunning Tropical Dial
Located in London, GB
. Oriosa was known for producing reliable mechanical and quartz watches, often featuring chronograph
Category
1960s European Vintage Chronograph Watches
Waltham Chromium Tonneau Shaped Three Register Chronograph Manual Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / Tonneau Shaped
METAL
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Chronograph Watches
Zenith Chronograph 143-6 Caliber 18ct
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in London, GB
naturally over time.
This watch is from the 1950's and is a flat pusher chronograph using a 143-6 Caliber
Category
1950s Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Concord Rose Gold C1 Sport Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch Ref 0320012
By Concord Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Automatic winding chronograph with date. 18k rose gold case with rubber accents on bezel
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Chronograph Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
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Vintage Chronograph Watches For Sale on 1stDibs
Find an expansive variety of vintage chronograph watches available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Stainless Steel, Gold and 18k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 2093 vintage versions or 1 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 20th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of vintage chronograph watches made by Art Deco jewelers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Omega, Breitling and Heuer produced popular versions that are worth a look. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Diamond versions from the 14 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A selection of round cut and brilliant cut can be found today on these pages. Most of our vintage chronograph watches for sale are for men, but there are 405 pieces available to browse for women.
How Much are Vintage Chronograph Watches?
Prices for vintage chronograph watches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $342 and can go as high as $375,000, while vintage chronograph watches, on average, fetch $4,814.
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 Chronograph Watches
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The addition of extra dials called sub-dials is what is special about a chronograph watch. These extra dials allow you to measure time on different scales. For example, a chronograph timepiece may have 30-second, one-hour and 12-hour timers for its sub-dials. Shop a collection of chronograph watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify a chronograph watch, look on the dial and the case back for marks or stamps that indicate a maker or a style or serial number. You can use trusted resources to search for these markings or consult a certified appraiser for an expert evaluation. Shop a selection of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The three dials on a chronograph watch vary. Generally, the dials are 30-second, 60-minute and 12-hour timers used to precisely track time, but some timepieces may have different dials. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of chronograph watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Whether chronograph watches are worth buying is a matter of personal opinion. Because it can be difficult to predict how the value of items will change over time, choose timepieces that appeal to you and suit your needs. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of chronograph watches from some of the world's top jewelers.
- 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 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 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 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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023To identify your vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. Those made before 1944 have seven-digit numbers; from 1944 on, the numbers have eight digits. On vintage models, the serial number is engraved on the inside of the case back.You can cross-reference this number online to find out what model your watch is. Explore a wide variety of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wind a vintage Omega watch by twisting the crown at the side in a clockwise direction. Stop winding once you feel the movement of the crown stop. Browse a range of authenticated vintage and contemporary Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024All Elgin watches are at least vintage, if not antiques. In the 1960s, the Elgin National Watch Company discontinued its watch production, and by the 1980s, the Elgin brand was phased out completely by the company it had previously merged with. Since any timepiece between 20 and 99 years old is vintage, many Elgin watches fall under that category. Any Elgin watch that is 100 years old or older is antique. You can identify an antique Elgin watch using the serial number, which you'll find inside the movement. By cross-referencing the serial number found on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources, you can identify its year of production. If your watch doesn't have a serial number, it was likely produced in the 18th century, making it an antique. If you'd like assistance with dating your watch, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of Elgin watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To authenticate a vintage Cartier watch, remove the case back and you’ll see the brand name inscribed. “CARTIER” is located at the seven o’clock or ten o’clock markers and “SWISS MADE” under the six o’clock marker on genuine watches. Counterfeiters often omit these details or even spell the brand name wrong. Cartier watches have a substantial weight due to the high quality materials used to craft the timepiece, and a lightweight watch could be an indication that your piece is a fake. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of genuine Cartier timepieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell if a vintage Gucci watch is real, look for a serial number on the back of the case and/or on the original box if you have it. Then, contact Gucci customer service by phone for assistance with authentication. If you are unable to find a serial number, the best approach is likely to take the timepiece to a knowledgeable appraiser who can authenticate the item. Find a range of Gucci watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Unless you have training in jewelry repair, you should not take the back off a vintage Omega watch on your own. Opening the timepieces requires a specially designed tool available only to jewelers authorized to service Omega watches. Shop a selection of Omega watches 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022You can check if your vintage Omega watch is the real deal by cross-referencing the serial number stamped on the watch. The serial number is seven to eight digits long, and if it doesn’t match the company’s database, this is a serious red flag that can indicate that the piece is fake. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Many watch lovers believe that vintage Cartier watches are a good investment. French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the best-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, many people only used pocket watches.) Louis Cartier designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to check the time more easily while flying. Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, inspired by the linear forms of World War I military tanks, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Cartier watches is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Cartier watches and other watches on 1stDibs.
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