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Art Deco Platinum Ladies Vertex Round Rose Cut Diamond Encrusted
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Art deco platinum Vertex rose diamond encrusted vintage ladies wrist watch, signed and stamped with
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Ladies Platinum and Diamond Link Wristwatch 9.23 Carats Total
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
flexible, elongated platinum links, the glittering bracelet gently wraps the wrist, showcasing the 84
Category
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Ladies Tiny Girard Perregaux Solid Platinum Diamond Wristwatch Swiss Manual Wind
By Girard Perragaux
Located in Richmond, CA
A rare vintage Girard Perregaux ladies platinum and diamonds watch, dainty yet so full of bling, on
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Titus Late Art Deco Odeonesque Concealed Cocktail Bracelet Watch Diamonds Gold
By Titus
Located in Lisbon, PT
Art Deco diamond and synthetic ruby odeonesque concealed bracelet and cocktail watch in 19.2kt
Category
1940s Portuguese Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Tank Style with Covered Lugs from 1940
s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco /Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Tank Style with Original Diamond Dial
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Gabled Crystal Diamond Bezel
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Audemars Piguet Platinum and Gold Art Deco Oversized Pocket Wristwatch, 1930s
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Audemars Piguet Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Ultra Thin Pocket / Wristwatch
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Van Cleef
Arpels 18Kt. Art Deco Ultra Thin Pocket Watch, circa 1930
s
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Long Beach, CA
. Only Cartier offered watches of the quality along with Van Cleef. The watch is called a Half Hunter, as
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Patek Philippe Genéve Lady
s Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek Philippe platinum lady's watch with round diamonds weighing approximately 0.27 carat. Made in
Category
1950s Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Omega 9.00 Carats Total Mixed Shape Diamond Vintage Lady
s Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
including marquise and round brilliant cut. Set finely on platinum, this vintage watch is 6.25 inches in
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Contemporary Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany
Co. and C.H. Meylan Art Deco Wristwatch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
platinum case and bracelet shimmer with 104 single cut and 3 rose cut diamonds of F-G color and VS clarity
Category
20th Century Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Deco Diamond Emerald Ladies Wristwatch
Located in North Hollywood, CA
on the bracelet itself. The watch features Black numbers in a fully detailed melle diamond surround
Category
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Tiffany
Co. and Oscar Heyman Art Deco Diamond Wristwatch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
exploded Arabic numerals and pomme hands. The platinum case and bracelet are encrusted with 167 single cut
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Lady Diamond Manual Wind Wristwatch, 18kt Wt Gold
Plat, France, c1935
Located in London, GB
Weight: 31.90gr
Metal: 18kt White Gold and Platinum
Stones: 49 Diamonds
• Total Carat Weight
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Bracelet Watch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Platinum Diamond Bracelet Watch
39.9 grams
92 Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Diamonds, Platinum Retrò Bracelet/Watch.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful bracelet/watch in platinum structure mounted with diamonds.
This bracelet was totally
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Tresor Magique Swatch Watch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Very rare genuine platinum Swatch Watch made in a limited edition in 1993. This watch was named the
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
Vintage Platinum Audemars Piguet Haute Joaillerie Diamond Tennis Bracelet Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Antwerp, BE
StunningHigh Yewellery Platinum Tennis bracelet / watch Audemars Piguet.
Calibre: 2426
Diamonds
Category
20th Century Artisan Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Rose Gold Platinum 16.5" Rope Watch Chain Necklace Sliding Bar Dog Clip
Located in Montclair, NJ
Rare & Unique Rope Link Watch Chain Necklace With Sliding Bar Spring Ring & Dog Clasp
Material
Category
20th Century Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Vintage Gold
Platinum 17.5" Rope Watch Chain Necklace w/ Sliding Bar Dog Clip
Located in Montclair, NJ
Vintage Rare & Unique Rope Link Watch Chain Necklace With Sliding Bar Spring Ring & Dog Clasp
Category
20th Century Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
VAN CLEEF
ARPELS Slider Necklace-Watch In Platinum 18Kt Gold Wood And Diamonds
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace watch designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
This is a gorgeous masterpiece created in Paris
Category
1980s French Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
$16,760 Sale Price
20% Off
Gruen Platinum and Diamond Art Deco Ladies Dress Watch from 1938
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oval Dress Model
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Enamel and Diamond Scarab Ring Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
Cleverly disguised as an elegant jeweled scarab, this rare Egyptian Revival-style platinum and 18K
Category
20th Century Retro Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Art Deco Platinum Ladies Wristwatch with Diamonds
Located in Toledo, OH
A stunning Art Deco style platinum ladies wristwatch with diamonds. This beautiful watch features a
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
French Retro tank watch ring in 18k gold and diamond
Located in PARIS, FR
French Retro tank watch ring in 18 karat gold and diamond with an octagonal shape, centered on a
Category
1940s European Retro Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Hamilton Women
s Dress Hand-Winding Platinum Watch 3 Cts Diamond Milgrain
By Hamilton
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
)
900 Platinum Round Case w/ Diamond Accents
Nice Milgrain Detailing
17 mm in Diameter
30 mm Lug-to-Lug
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Hamilton ladies Platinum Diamond automatic Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
clarity and F color. This platinum watch has an automatic winding movement and piece measures 2.0 inches
Category
20th Century Swiss Retro Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
IWC Da Vinci IW3755-02 18 Karat Gold and Ceramic White Dial Automatic Watch
By IWC
Located in Miami, FL
for a IWC Da Vinci Stainless Steel or Platinum Watch to to our IWC Da Vinci watch. White Stick Analog
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Platinum Watch
Cartier Platinum Crash Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An Extraordinarily Rare Platinum "Crash" Watch with Original Diamonds, by Cartier. Manual Wind
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
White Diamond, Platinum
Cocktail Watch, Platinum Diamond, 14k White Gold Band
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage platinum diamond cocktail watch on a 14k white gold band. Length: 6 inches.
Category
20th Century Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
White Gold, Platinum
OMEGA Lady
s Platinum and Diamond Concealed-Dial Watch
By Omega
Located in Boston, MA
Lady's Omega platinum, diamond covered watch with double row diamond bracelet and cover with round
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
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 Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
Vintage Ladies 17 Jewel Movement Platinum Wrist Watch
Located in St. Louis Park, MN
This vintage ladies wrist watch features 26 1.5mm single cut Diamonds on a white face. It has a 17
Category
20th Century Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Audemars Piguet Quantieme Perpetual Calendar Moonphase Platinum Men
s Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Quantieme Grande Complications Men's Watch
Model Number: 25738PLATONBRACELET
100
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
Geneve Platinum Diamond Women
s Hand-Winding Watch w/ Milgrain Detailing
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Geneve Platinum Diamond Women's Hand-Winding Watch w/ Milgrain Detailing
Movement #MWMANN
Calibre
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Longines Platinum Diamond and Ruby Set Ladies Watch, circa 1950s
By Longines
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Lady Longines platinum diamond and ruby set watch circa 1950’s. 26 x 36 mm platinum case with
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1930s Platinum 18K White Gold and Diamonds Omega Watch
By Omega
Located in Madrid, ES
Art Deco Omega wristwatch in platinum and white gold embedded with 90 diamonds totalling 1.80
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Dress Watch Delicate Filigree Movement #911
By Hamilton
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Dress Watch Delicate Filigree Mov #911
Movement #911
Serial
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tavannes Platinum and Diamond Open Face Dress Pocket Watch circa 1935
Located in Toronto, ON
Tavannes platinum and diamond open face dress pocket watch, circa 1935. This watch is clearly
Category
1930s Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Boucheron Platinum Diamond Guilloche Royal Blue Enamel Lapel Watch, circa 1910s
By Boucheron
Located in Milano, IT
A Belle Epoque platinum, diamond and guilloche enamel lapel watch. Boucheron, circa 1910s.
Category
20th Century Swiss Edwardian Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond and Platinum Cadenas Watch, Circa 1930
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and Platinum “Cadenas” Watch; Back Winder; signed Van Cleef & Arpels, France; Circa 1930
Category
1930s French Retro Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Bulova Cocktail Watch with Platinum
Diamond Case on 14k White Gold Band
By Bulova
Located in Surfside, FL
Bulova Cocktail watch with platinum & diamond case on 14k white gold band with diamonds. Manual
Category
20th Century Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
White Gold, Platinum
M&W Ullman Platinum Hand-Winding Women
s Dress Watch with Diamonds
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Case #900
Movement #F21
Platinum Case w/ Diamond Bezel and Lugs
14 mm in Diameter (16 mm w/ Crown
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe Tiffany Early Platinum Art Deco Tank style watch, Circa 1930
s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Patek Philippe "Tiffany & Co." Platinum rectangular Tank style watch; measuring 37 x 25mm with a
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
Tiffany
Co. Platinum Pocket Watch with Diamond Bezel Powered by Patek Philippe
By Patek Philippe for Tiffany
Co.
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Gent's Tiffany & Co. platinum pocket watch with factory diamond bezel. The watch is powered by a
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Jaeger Le Coultre Master Control Platinum Wrist Watch
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Master Control
CASE
platinum, sapphire crystal, sapphire crystal case back
MOVEMENT
cal
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Audemars Piguet Quantieme Perpetuel Skeleton Platinum Wrist Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Quantieme Perpetuel Skeleton
CASE
platinum, sapphire crystal, sapphire crystal case back, d=36mm
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Rolex Day-Date President 18346 Platinum Diamond Men
s Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Day-Date President 18346 Platinum Diamond Men's Watch.
36mm platinum case with platinum
Category
1990s Vintage Platinum Watch
Nastrix Women
s 14k Gold and Platinum Hand-Winding Dress Watch w/ Diamond Band
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Nastrix Women's 14k Gold and Platinum Hand-Winding Dress Watch w/ Diamond Band
Movement #1676
14k
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Audemars Piguet Platinum Ultrathin Wristwatch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Frankfurt, DE
Audemars Piguet platinum ultrathin wristwatch with fluted bezel, retailed by Friedrich, limited
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
Hamilton Diamond, Platinum Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Pleasant Hill, CA
markers, gold tone alpha hands, (Hamilton), manual wind 17 jewel
(Hamilton) movement, platinum cushion
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Bulgari Rare Large Men
s Minute Repeater Wristwatch Platinum
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
ONE MENS EXTRAORDINARY RARE BULGARI PLATINUM WRIST WATCH MINUTE REPEATER
ITEM DESCRIPTION:
This
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
Cartier Lady
s Platinum Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in San Francisco, CA
A sleek, stylish and sexy bracelet watch dating from the mid- twentieth century, superbly crafted
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Hamilton Platinum Diamond Quartz Wristwatch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Dallas, TX
All platinum case and bracelet diamond set wrist watch with baguette and round diamonds set
Category
1950s American Retro Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Platinum Diamond Mid-Century Bracelet Wristwatch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in San Francisco, CA
, Oscar Heyman, comes this stunning platinum and diamond Art Deco inspired watch bracelet. The tapered
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Jaeger-LeCoultre Ladies Platinum Diamond Set Bracelet Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Frankfurt, DE
Jaeger-LeCoultre Ladies Platinum and Diamond-Set Bracelet Watch
Mechanical movement, Caliber 101
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Blancpain Villeret N° 17 Minute Repeater Platinum Mechanical Unworn
By Blancpain
Located in Geneva, CH
Blancpain Villeret Repetition Minutes in Platinum
Reference n° 0033-3427-55A
33mm Size
Limited
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
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Vintage Platinum Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact vintage platinum watch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Platinum, Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 88 antique edition and 11 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a vintage platinum watch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Finding an appealing vintage platinum watch — no matter the origin — is easy, but Hamilton, Cartier and Patek Philippe each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A vintage platinum watch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 60 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also baguette cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a vintage platinum watch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Vintage Platinum Watch?
On average, a vintage platinum watch at 1stDibs sells for $6,900, while they’re typically $690 on the low end and $131,250 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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 Platinum Watch
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Because platinum is denser than other metals, it is often more expensive to purchase platinum watches than gold. One of the most expensive watches sold was a Platinum Rolex worth $277,000.
- 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 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024All Elgin watches are at least vintage, if not antiques. In the 1960s, the Elgin National Watch Company discontinued its watch production, and by the 1980s, the Elgin brand was phased out completely by the company it had previously merged with. Since any timepiece between 20 and 99 years old is vintage, many Elgin watches fall under that category. Any Elgin watch that is 100 years old or older is antique. You can identify an antique Elgin watch using the serial number, which you'll find inside the movement. By cross-referencing the serial number found on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources, you can identify its year of production. If your watch doesn't have a serial number, it was likely produced in the 18th century, making it an antique. If you'd like assistance with dating your watch, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of Elgin watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To identify your vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. Those made before 1944 have seven-digit numbers; from 1944 on, the numbers have eight digits. On vintage models, the serial number is engraved on the inside of the case back.You can cross-reference this number online to find out what model your watch is. Explore a wide variety of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wind a vintage Omega watch by twisting the crown at the side in a clockwise direction. Stop winding once you feel the movement of the crown stop. Browse a range of authenticated vintage and contemporary Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024To identify a vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. On most vintage timepieces, this number appears on the inside of the caseback. By cross-referencing the number with the information provided by trusted online resources, you can learn what model your watch is and discover other details like its ownership history. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Omega watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Seiko watches include a few different identifying marks. Before 1970, serial numbers were seven digits, and limited-edition models had a piece number. Modern Seiko watches have a six-digit serial number, which includes the manufacturing date. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Seiko watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify a vintage Hamilton watch, grab a magnifying glass and look for its model number, serial number and case number. Most timepieces produced by Hamilton will display one, two or all three of these numbers. The model and case numbers generally appear on the back of the case, and you can usually find the serial number on the lugs. You can enter these numbers into the search tool on the National Association of Watch Clock Collectors's official website to learn about your watch's age, style name and other characteristics. If you have any difficulty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of vintage Hamilton watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To date a vintage LeCoultre watch, the best approach is to use the serial number. You can cross-reference the number on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources to determine its year of production. The serial number appears on the watch's movement, so it's necessary to remove the case back to examine it. If you're unfamiliar with how to do this safely, you may wish to have an authorized repair person open your watch. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Jaeger-LeCoultre watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can check if your vintage Omega watch is the real deal by cross-referencing the serial number stamped on the watch. The serial number is seven to eight digits long, and if it doesn’t match the company’s database, this is a serious red flag that can indicate that the piece is fake. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, some old vintage watches are worth something. There is often a market for vintage pieces from well-known watchmakers, such as Patek Philippe, Omega, Rolex, TAG Heuer, Audemars Piguet, Longines and Breitling. Generally, the maker, type, materials, age and condition will largely determine the potential value of a vintage timepiece. If you'd like to find out how much your watch may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. Explore a variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Many watch lovers believe that vintage Cartier watches are a good investment. French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the best-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, many people only used pocket watches.) Louis Cartier designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to check the time more easily while flying. Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, inspired by the linear forms of World War I military tanks, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Cartier watches is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Cartier watches and other watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The best vintage Omega timepiece to buy is largely a matter of personal preference. The Seamaster and Speedmaster are two timeless options available in a variety of finishes and styles. No matter which watch you choose, only buy from a reputable dealer or online platform to ensure you receive an authentic timepiece. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- 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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