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Jaeger-Le Coultre Diamond Cover Watch in 18 Karat, circa 1950s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Wailea, HI
Jaeger-Le Coultre Diamond Cover Watch in 18k Circa 1950's
Twenty Two Single Cut Diamonds weighing
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Retro Ruby Diamond Rose and Yellow Gold Flip Top Covered Watch
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This watch comes from Switzerland and is in excellent used condition. This watch is made from both
Category
1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Geneva Yellow Gold Covered Watch Bracelet
By Geneva
Located in Greenwich, CT
A unique timepiece from our Estate Jewelry collection, this Geneva lady's watch is an example of
Category
1950s American Retro Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Goldie Lady
s Yellow Gold Bombe Diamond Bracelet Hinged Covered Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
center covered watch. The 18k yellow gold lid hinges open to show the 14k Goldie watch. Manual wind.
96
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Retro Diamond and Rose Gold Watch/Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A Swiss Retro 18 karat rose gold bracelet covered watch with diamonds by Rolex. The hinged watch
Category
1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Omega Lady
s Platinum Diamond Covered Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptional Retro vintage wristwatch made by OMEGA in solid Platinum. This covered watch is
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Covered Watch
Rolex Ladies Ruby Diamond Rose Gold Covered Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950's ladies Rolex covered watch with bright red genuine rubies and sparkly full cut
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Kurz Mid-20th Century Covered Yellow Gold Buckle Ladies Wristwatch Bracelet
By A. Kurz
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Stunning 18k yellow gold ladies watch by Kurz in Geneva featuring a buckle style covered watch with
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
International Watch Co. yellow Gold Mesh Band Dress Manual Wind Wristwatch
By IWC
Located in Stamford, CT
timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Longines Diamond White Gold Unisex Wristwach
By Longines
Located in Stamford, CT
warranty for timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Steel Ladies Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex stainless Steel Midsize Datejust Jubilee Band Wristwatch ref 68274
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch
Category
1980s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Steel
Tiffany
Co. Manual Wind yellow gold Open Face Pocket Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not
Category
1940s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT Master II Date Oyster Band Wristwatch Model 16710
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Yellow Gold Tank Wristwatch circa 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Breitling Stainless Steel Chronograph Reveil Wristwatch circa 1998
By Breitling
Located in Stamford, CT
accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Omega Steel Chronometer Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category
1940s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Steel
IWC Rose Gold Oversized Wristwatch Retailed by Tiffany
Co circa 1945
By IWC
Located in Stamford, CT
warranty for timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Ladies Silver Must de Cartier Tank Quartz Wristwatch Ref 2416
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Silver
Breitling Stainless Steel Chronomat Chronograph Wristwatch with Date circa 1997
By Breitling
Located in Stamford, CT
accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Movado Tiffany
Co. Yellow Gold Triple Calendar Wristwatch
By Movado
Located in Stamford, CT
for timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 15210
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch
Category
1990s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16013
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel, 14k Gold
Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Quartz Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Stamford, CT
be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold President Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
year warranty for timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany
Co. Ladies Gold Five Row Panther Wristwatch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category
1990s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Breitling Ladies Callistino Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Quartz Wristwatch
By Breitling
Located in Stamford, CT
watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases
Category
1990s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Breitling Stainless Steel Superocean Blue Dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref A17040
By Breitling
Located in Stamford, CT
. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch
Category
1990s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Color Blue Dial Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold
Omega Stainless Steel Speedmaster Chronograph Cal 861 Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Steel
Baume
Mercier Lady
s Stainless Steel and Diamond Catwalk Wristwatch
By Baume
Mercier
Located in Stamford, CT
. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Gold Steel Automatic Datejust Jubilee Band Wristwatch ref16233
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category
1990s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Submariner Custom Blue Dial Bezel Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16610
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
year warranty for timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch
Category
1990s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Steel
Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster 600 Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
warranty for timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new
Category
1960s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex stainless Steel Yellow Gold Lady
s Datejust Jubilee Wristwatch Ref 69173
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category
1990s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold
Omega Yellow Gold Diamond DeVille Custom Color Dial Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 67193
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not
Category
1980s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel, Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6084
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust Custom Dial Self Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch
Category
1970s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Steel
Rolex Ladies Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Custom Colored Dial Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch
Category
1980s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Universal Polerouter Geneve Tiffany
Co. Yellow Gold Micro Rotor Wristwatch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King Wristwatch Ref 14000
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch
Category
1990s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Steel
Rolex Lady
s Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 68173
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
year warranty for timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Gold Steel Datejust Gold Dial Wristwatch ref 16233
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category
1990s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Calatrava Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3440
By Patek Philippe
Located in Stamford, CT
accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies
Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category
1990s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Gold Steel Diamond Bezel Dial Datejust Wristwatch, Ref 69173
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Longines yellow Gold Manual Wind Custom Color Orange Dial Wristwatch
By Longines
Located in Stamford, CT
watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases
Category
1960s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Lady
s Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Colored Dial Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Colored Dial Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category
1980s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Square Bubble Back Wristwatch Ref 4643
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Lady
s Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 6916
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
14k Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Red Dial Wristwatch Ref 16013
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category
1970s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 69173
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
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Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Blue Dial Wristwatch Ref 16238
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold President Champagne Tapestry Dial Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or
Category
1980s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 6285
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
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Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
14k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
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Vintage Covered Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact vintage covered watch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic vintage covered watch over the years, but those made by Omega, Geneva and Patek Philippe are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A vintage covered watch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 5, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also marquise cut and pear cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vintage covered watch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Vintage Covered Watch?
Prices for a vintage covered watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $3,500 and can go as high as $17,999, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,250.
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 Covered Watch
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022It’s highly recommended that if you need to open the back of your Rolex watch, you take it to a Rolex dealer. A trained professional will use special tools to access the back. Attempting to open your watch by yourself — rather than visiting a professional — may cause damage to your luxury timepiece. If you want to open it anyway, it is said that you can open the watch with the use of a rubber ball that measures about three inches across. Press the ball hard into the back of the case, and twist it in a counter-clockwise direction. Find a collection of vintage and modern Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A vintage watch is any watch that is at least two decades old. A model number can usually be found on a watch's movement for identification purposes, and date marks on the back of a watch can usually tell you if it is vintage. Vintage timepieces have made a comeback for serious collectors as well as casual enthusiasts all over the world. Find a collection of vintage watches on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024There is no single most sought-after vintage watch. Trends in collecting do vary over time, but some watches have reached an iconic status and tend to remain popular among collectors year after year. Examples of such watches include the Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513, the Omega Speedmaster Professional Ref. 105.003, the TAG Heuer Monaco Ref. 1133B, Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 96, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref. 5402, the Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921, the Longines 13ZN Chronograph, the Zenith El Primero Ref. A384, the Tudor Submariner Ref. 7928, the Breitling Navitimer Ref. 806, the IWC Big Pilot Ref. 5002, the Cartier Tank Louis Cartier, the Breguet Type XX, the Universal Genève Polerouter, the Seiko 6139 "Pogue," the Hamilton Ventura and the Omega Seamaster 300 Ref. 165.014. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- How old is my vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024To determine how old your vintage watch is, first do some research using trusted online resources. Start by looking at the back of your watch to see if there are any numbers, such as serial or model numbers. Cross-referencing these numbers with online reference guides can often give you a rough idea of when a watch was produced. If you can't find any type of identifying number, you can learn more about the maker to find out when it crafted similar watches or have a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert assist you with the dating process. Shop a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The easiest way to determine if a watch is vintage is to look for a date on the back. If the date is more than 20 years old, the timepiece would be considered vintage. If a watch lacks a date, a certified appraiser has the knowledge and experience needed to determine its age. Find a variety of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The gold content of a vintage watch will depend on the make and model of the watch. Gold is a popular choice for luxury watches due to its finish and yellow-golden hue that can be achieved through gold or gold-plated bands. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a vintage-style watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024A vintage-style watch is a contemporary timepiece with a design that draws inspiration from watches produced in previous eras. To be considered a vintage watch rather than a vintage-style watch, a timepiece must be at least 20 years old. Antique watches are at least 100 years old. Explore a wide variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify a vintage Hamilton watch, grab a magnifying glass and look for its model number, serial number and case number. Most timepieces produced by Hamilton will display one, two or all three of these numbers. The model and case numbers generally appear on the back of the case, and you can usually find the serial number on the lugs. You can enter these numbers into the search tool on the National Association of Watch Clock Collectors's official website to learn about your watch's age, style name and other characteristics. If you have any difficulty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of vintage Hamilton watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024To identify a vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. On most vintage timepieces, this number appears on the inside of the caseback. By cross-referencing the number with the information provided by trusted online resources, you can learn what model your watch is and discover other details like its ownership history. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Omega watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Seiko watches include a few different identifying marks. Before 1970, serial numbers were seven digits, and limited-edition models had a piece number. Modern Seiko watches have a six-digit serial number, which includes the manufacturing date. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Seiko watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To date a vintage LeCoultre watch, the best approach is to use the serial number. You can cross-reference the number on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources to determine its year of production. The serial number appears on the watch's movement, so it's necessary to remove the case back to examine it. If you're unfamiliar with how to do this safely, you may wish to have an authorized repair person open your watch. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Jaeger-LeCoultre watches.
- 1stDibs 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.
- 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.
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