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Omega Gold Plate Stainless Steel Chronograph Seamaster Automatic Date Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or
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1960s Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Gold Plate, Steel

Eberhard Co. Yellow Gold Old Flyer Chronograph Manual Wristwatch Ref 30056
By Eberhard Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse. Search our online
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Late 20th Century Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 6565
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch
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1960s Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Steel

Longines Platinum White Gold Diamond Wristwatch
By Longines
Located in Stamford, CT
year warranty for timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch
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1950s Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Baume Mercier Lady s Yellow Gold Mesh Wristwatch
By Baume Mercier
Located in Stamford, CT
for timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Tank Wristwatch circa 1963
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Lady s Stainless Steel Oyster Wristwatch Ref 67480
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bracelet or misuse. We are not
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1990s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Wristwatch Ref 6422 circa 1957
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

1950s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Transitional Bubbleback Wristwatch, circa 1952
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

1950s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Wristwatch circa 1956
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse We are not affiliated with
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1950s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Custom Dial Wristwatch Model 6718
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
warranty for timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new
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1970s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16233 circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse. We are not
Category

1990s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, Gold

Rolex Lady s Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6917
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse. We are
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1970s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Men s Vintage US Gold Coin Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Inside case: 8 Movement: Swiss 17 j Eska Watch Co Adjusted 5 positions All of our pre-owned watches have
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Ladies Gold Platinum Diamond Pearl and Enamel Covered Bracelet Watch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Omega Very Scarce High Jewelry / watch Collection Covered Bracelet ladies Wrist Watch. A
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1970s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Piaget Vintage 7.00 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cover Ladies Watch
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
beautiful diamond cover with marquise and round cut diamonds. This watch has winding movement, and fits a 6
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1960s Swazi Modern Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rolex 1950s Ladies Yellow Gold and Diamond Covered Surprise Cuff Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa mid to late 1950s Rolex precision Ladies Cuff Bracelet Watch, a rare and unusual Rolex watch
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1950s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Diamond

Bucherer 14 Karat Solid White Gold Art Deco Evening Watch with Covered Lid
By Bucherer
Located in Long Beach, CA
looking and unusual art deco watch was produced by the renowned watch and jewelry house of Bucherer in
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Covered Watch

Hamilton Ladies Covered Diamond Platinum Cocktail Dress Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Impressive ladies covered cocktail watch made of platinum and diamonds by the Hamilton Watch Co
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20th Century Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Girard Ladies Rose Gold Diamond Wristwatch with Flip Cover, 1940s
Located in Birmingham, AL
This 1940s Girard wrist watch is made in 14k rose gold with a flip down face cover. It holds 27
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold

Longines Yellow Gold Art Deco Covered Lugs Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL
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1940s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

14k Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Diamond Covered Bracelet Wristwatch Ref 3266/80
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Patek Philippe Reference 3266/80 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Covered Wrist watch. Measuring
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1960s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1980s Disney Mickey Mouse Gold Plated Rare Collectible Watch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step back in time with this 1980s Disney Mickey Mouse Gold Plated Rare Collectible Watch. This
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1980s Vintage Covered Watch

Lucien Piccard Bracelet Watch Platinum and 12.00CT-TDW of Diamonds
By Lucien Piccard
Located in New York, NY
covered by a diamond encrusted cover that adds to its brilliance and striking appearance. The watch
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Lucien Piccard 14K White Gold Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Watch
By Lucien Piccard
Located in New York, NY
watch is elegantly covered by a white gold, diamond, and pearl cover. The case including the diamond and
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Patek Philippe 3588/2 Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Banbury, GB
. This particular piece has a wave effect engraving that covers the strap of the watch, but also circles
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1970s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Precision 1960 Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
diamond on top of the hinged cover. The watch is mechanical. Features gold hour and minute hands. The
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1960s Swiss Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18 Karat Gold Stainless Steel Panthere De Cartier Watch Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
stylized Roman numerals and metallic blue watch hands Covered by sapphire crystal and flanked by an
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1990s Contemporary Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 31mm 68273 Champagne Stainless Steel/Yellow Gold Watch Circa 1995
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Authenticity guaranteed! The watch is covered by our
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1990s Swiss Modern Vintage Covered Watch

Rolex Explorer II 16570 40mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Men s Watch Year 1997
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
. Watch is covered by our in-house 1 year mechanical warranty.
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1990s Swiss Modern Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Gold Art Deco Rectangle Tank Style
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
and unique "covered lugs". The watch is rather long at 42mm. It keeps good time and can be worn for
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Covered Watch

Cartier Retro Gold Concealed Dial Backwinder Wristwatch with Alligator Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold backwinder concealed dial wrist watch with sliding cover, completed by a later sea
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1940s French Retro Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Gucci Vintage Brown Leather 5 Ring Agenda Notebook Cover with Watch
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
watch with manual winding in the cover. 5 ring binder. Gold metal hardware. Green leather inside with 1
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20th Century Italian Vintage Covered Watch

GUCCI VINTAGE Burgundy Lizard Skin ADDRESS BOOK Cover w/ WATCH Rare
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
features a built-in swiss made watch with manual winding in the cover. Six ring binder. Original GUCCI
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20th Century Vintage Covered Watch

20th Century Jewelry Art Nouveau to Modern Coffee Table or Library Book, 1990s
Located in New York, NY
Modern periods. Printed 1994 in Italy. 149 pages. Yellow gold bracelet-watch on cover is by Rolex, circa
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20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Linen, Paper

Navajo Tufa Stone Cast Cuff Bracelet with Inlay
Located in Litchfield, CT
gorgeous. Its look effortlessly goes from the cover of Vogue to watching the sunset in the saddle at Red
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1990s American Native American Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Carnelian, Jade, Opal, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Oscar Heyman Brothers 1930 s Tutti Frutti Covered Watch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Oscar Heyman covered platinum watch with Audemar Piquet manual movement. Carved 'leaf' ruby
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Diamond, Platinum

Piaget White Gold Diamond Emerald Manual Wind Covered Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Beautiful and Delicate White Gold Diamond Emerald Cover Watch by Piaget. Circa 1970s
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Large Diamond Gold Covered Face Bracelet Watch
Located in Agoura Hills, CA
down to 16mm. The watch case with the cover measures 29x26mm, the round dial measures 16mm in
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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Longines 14K Gold Bracelet Watch
By Longines
Located in Toronto, ON
Vintage 1960's 14 karat gold Longines bracelet watch. Thin sleek design with cover over watch face
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1960s French Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

14k Gold

1940 Iwc / E. Gübelin Pocket Watch Stainless Steel IWC C.97 Pocket Watch
By IWC
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
-owned and vintage watches are covered by a full, or a limited twenty-four month warranty. For example
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1940s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

SEAMAN SCHEPPS Retro Three Color Bracelet Watch
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Bold retro Seaman Schepps wristwatch. The watch cover is set with 17 natural cabochon sapphires
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1940s American Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold

Omega Classic 123 Platinum Silver Dial Manual Watch
By Omega
Located in Surfside, FL
spring loaded cover reveals the omega cocktail watch. Manual wind. 17 mm case size. Watch fits 6 inch
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1960s Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Platinum, Silver

Tiffany Co. Yellow Gold and Diamond Pendant Watch on Platinum and Diamond Pin
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Calabasas, CA
gold watch case/dust cover, which lifts to reveal the movement. The white porcelain dial has black
Category

20th Century Swiss Edwardian Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Baume and Mercier Lady s Platinum Diamond Peek-A-Boo Wristwatch
By Baume Mercier
Located in Columbia, MO
command the attention of everyone in the room! The watch is comprised of platinum & covered in brilliant
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15210 Black Dial Stainless Men s Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Holtsville, NY
Guarantee: We stand by the quality of this premium watch. Our guarantee covers natural failures of internal
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Late 20th Century Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

1990s Tag Heuer Formula 1 Stainless Steel Wristwatch
By TAG Heuer
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
meet our highest timekeeping standards. Our pre-owned and vintage watches are covered by a full, or a
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1990s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

1950 s Vacheron Le Coultre Diamond Mystery White Gold Wristwatch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
meet our highest timekeeping standards. Our pre-owned and vintage watches are covered by a full, or a
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1950s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

White Gold

1950 Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Stainless Steel Wristwatch
By Blancpain
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
-owned and vintage watches are covered by a full, or a limited twenty-four month warranty. For example
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1950s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

1999 Vacheron Constantin Overseas Stainless Steel 16550/423A-8492 Wristwatch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
meet our highest timekeeping standards. Our pre-owned and vintage watches are covered by a full, or a
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1990s Greek Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

1970s Omega De Ville Cal.1012 Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
meet our highest timekeeping standards. Our pre-owned and vintage watches are covered by a full, or a
Category

1970s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

1970s Cartier Ceinture Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
meet our highest timekeeping standards. Our pre-owned and vintage watches are covered by a full, or a
Category

1970s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

1960 s Patek Philippe Calatrava Yellow Gold 3520D Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
timekeeping standards. Our pre-owned and vintage watches are covered by a full, or a limited twenty-four month
Category

1960s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

1970 s Baume Mercier Vintage Chronograph Stainless Steel Wristwatch
By Baume Mercier
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
watches are covered by a full, or a limited twenty-four month warranty. For example, due to their age
Category

1970s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

1960 s IWC Vintage Shark Fin Rose Gold Wristwatch
By IWC
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
-owned and vintage watches are covered by a full, or a limited twenty-four month warranty. For example
Category

1960s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Rose Gold

1970 s IWC Vintage Stainless Steel Wristwatch
By IWC
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
meet our highest timekeeping standards. Our pre-owned and vintage watches are covered by a full, or a
Category

1970s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

1987 Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold 18038 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
meet our highest timekeeping standards. Our pre-owned and vintage watches are covered by a full, or a
Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch

Materials

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, 2022
    It’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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A 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 ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    A vintage-style watch is a contemporary timepiece with a design that draws inspiration from watches produced in previous eras. To be considered a vintage watch rather than a vintage-style watch, a timepiece must be at least 20 years old. Antique watches are at least 100 years old. Explore a wide variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The 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, 2022
    The 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 ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    There 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    To 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify a vintage Hamilton watch, grab a magnifying glass and look for its model number, serial number and case number. Most timepieces produced by Hamilton will display one, two or all three of these numbers. The model and case numbers generally appear on the back of the case, and you can usually find the serial number on the lugs. You can enter these numbers into the search tool on the National Association of Watch Clock Collectors's official website to learn about your watch's age, style name and other characteristics. If you have any difficulty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of vintage Hamilton watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Seiko watches include a few different identifying marks. Before 1970, serial numbers were seven digits, and limited-edition models had a piece number. Modern Seiko watches have a six-digit serial number, which includes the manufacturing date. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Seiko watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    To identify a vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. On most vintage timepieces, this number appears on the inside of the caseback. By cross-referencing the number with the information provided by trusted online resources, you can learn what model your watch is and discover other details like its ownership history. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Omega watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To 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, 2022
    Wind a vintage Omega watch by twisting the crown at the side in a clockwise direction. Stop winding once you feel the movement of the crown stop. Browse a range of authenticated vintage and contemporary Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    To 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    All 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, 2022
    The 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, 2022
    To 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, 2023
    To 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, 2022
    Unless 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, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2022
    You 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.