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1966 Rolex Submariner Gilt Gloss Meters First 5 Ticks Dial Stainless Steel
By Rolex
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
1960s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1964 Rolex Submariner Tropical Dial Stainless Steel 5513 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
information. All of our new watches are covered by the warranty from the original manufacturer. Please contact
Category
1960s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1991 Rolex Daytona Inverted 6 Chronograph Stainless Steel 16520 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
markings show signs of repainting which is common among these well used sports watches.
The watch comes
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1990s Italian Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1942 Jaeger-LeCoultre Vintage Cal.464 Stainless Steel Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
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
1940s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1964 Rolex Submariner Tropical Dial Stainless Steel 5513 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
information. All of our new watches are covered by the warranty from the original manufacturer. Please contact
Category
1960s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1965 Rolex GMT-Master Pepsi Gilt Dial Stainless Steel 1675 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
1960s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1984 Rolex Sea-Dweller Matte Dial Stainless Steel 16660 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
-owned and vintage watches are covered by a full, or a limited twenty-four month warranty. For example
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1966 Omega Constellation Yellow Gold CD168017 Wristwatch
By Omega
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
1968 Omega Speedmaster Stainless Steel 145.012 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
1960s German Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1966 Omega Constellation Yellow Gold CD168017 Wristwatch
By Omega
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
1961 Rolex GMT-Master Stainless Steel 1675 Wristwatch
By Rolex
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
Stainless Steel
1962 Rolex Submariner Gilt Gloss Meters First Dial Pointed Crown Guards
By Rolex
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
Stainless Steel
1969 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yellow Gold 1005 Wristwatch
By Rolex
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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1960s Spanish Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold
1970 Rolex Daytona Yellow Gold 6264 Wristwatch
By Rolex
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
1970s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold
1970 Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel 1603 Wristwatch
By Rolex
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
1970s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1970 Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel 1603 Wristwatch
By Rolex
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
1970s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1970
s Tudor Submariner Snow Flake Stainless Steel 9411/0 Wristwatch
By Tudor
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
1975 Rolex Explorer I Stainless Steel 1016 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
relative to its age. When watch collectors are discussing how durable modern day sports watches are, the
Category
1970s British Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1972 Rolex Submariner Single Red Stainless Steel 1680 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
1970s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1973 Rolex Submariner Single Red Stainless Steel 1680 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
information. All of our new watches are covered by the warranty from the original manufacturer. Please contact
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1953 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel 6150 Wristwatch
By Rolex
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
1950s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1953 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel 6150 Wristwatch
By Rolex
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
1950s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1953 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel 6150 Wristwatch
By Rolex
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
1950s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1954 Rolex Submariner Stainless Steel 6538 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
vintage watches are covered by a full, or a limited twenty-four month warranty. For example, due to their
Category
1950s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Walnut Tambour Dresser Glenn of California
Located in Crockett, CA
. Four pull-out shelves and a drawer with a vanity mirror that covers a storage compartment, for watches
Category
1950s American Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Walnut, Rosewood
"Lucky Dog" Mixed Media Piece by Ramona Otto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dog, Watch Dog, covered in items relating to time, was in the National Campaign for the American
Category
Late 20th Century American Vintage Covered Watch
18 Karat Omega Vintage Ladies Diamond and Gemstone Covered Watch Yellow Gold
By Omega
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Omega Vintage Ladies Covered Watch in 18K Yellow Gold. The intricate cover is expertly set with (5
Category
20th Century Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies White Gold Diamond Precision Cover Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A very rare and unusual Diamond Cover Watch by Rolex. Beautiful design from the 1960's. A petite
Category
1960s Swiss Modernist Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Geneve 14 Karat and Diamond Cover Wrist Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique 14 karat yellow gold Geneve watch with 17 jewel Swiss manual wind movement. It is set with 4
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Tissot Vintage 18 Karat Gold Ladies Dress Watch with Ornate Tourmaline Cover
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Tissot Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Dress Watch w/ Ornate Tourmaline Cover
Movement #129E5011905
Category
1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Platinum
1900s Enamel Gold Pocket Watch
Located in Berlin, DE
Enamel and gold pocket watch, around 1900. The blue enamel dial with applied 12 hours Roman
Category
Early 20th Century Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Diamond, 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
Category
1960s Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Platinum, Silver
1972 IWC Vintage Yellow Gold C.88 Wristwatch
By IWC
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
1970s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold
1940
s Rolex Precision Yellow Gold 12834 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
vintage watches are covered by a full, or a limited twenty-four month warranty. For example, due to their
Category
1940s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold
1993 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Stainless Steel 69160 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
-owned and vintage watches are covered by a full, or a limited twenty-four month warranty. For example
Category
1990s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold 660300406 Wristwatch 1990s
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
1990s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1967 IWC Vintage Stainless Steel 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
Stainless Steel
1979 Rolex GMT-Master Pepsi Stainless Steel 1675 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
vintage watches are covered by a full, or a limited twenty-four month warranty. For example, due to their
Category
1970s Virgin Islands Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1950
s Jaeger-LeCoultre Vintage Calender Disc Stainless Steel 579843 Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
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
1950s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1990
s Cartier Tank Francaise White Gold W50012S3 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
1990s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
White Gold
1990
s Patek Philippe Vintage Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold 3727 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
1990s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold
1983 Cartier Baignoire Yellow Gold 82720900 Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
-owned and vintage watches are covered by a full, or a limited twenty-four month warranty. For example
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold
1980s Cartier Tortue Yellow Gold OO64 Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
information. All of our new watches are covered by the warranty from the original manufacturer. Please contact
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold
1990s Cartier Colisee Diamond Yellow Gold 1980 Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
-owned and vintage watches are covered by a full, or a limited twenty-four month warranty. For example
Category
1990s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Yellow Gold
1963 Rolex GMT-Master Gilt Gloss Underline Dial Stainless Steel 1675 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
1960s Unknown Vintage Covered Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
1940s Jaeger Vintage Hermes Yellow Gold 79829 Wristwatch
By Jaeger
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
1940s 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, 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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