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Hamilton Platinum Ladies Dress Watch circa 1950
s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum
Category
1950s American Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
1960s Omega Platinum Ladies Diamond Covered Watch
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
luxurious Platinum. Anchoring the center of this piece is a hidden Omega watch with an Ivory dial and
Category
1960s Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Jaeger-LeCoultre Duoplan Platinum
Diamonds Ladies Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Jaeger-LeCoultre platinum and diamond rectangular 11.8MM By26MM watch. Manual movement. Black dial
Category
20th Century Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Style Platinum Diamond Watch-Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco Style platinum diamond watch-bracelet
Specifications:
main stone: ROUND CUT DIAMONDS
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Hamilton Platinum Diamond Ladies Watch
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
sparkling diamonds. The watch face is elegantly framed by a series of round and baguette-cut diamonds
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Antique Diamond Hamilton Platinum Ladies Watch
By Croton
Located in Addison, TX
A Vintage Hamilton wind-up ladies watch set with beautiful round cut diamonds in a luxury style
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Deco Emerald Diamond Platinum Ladies Strap Watch
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This gorgeous Deco Emerald Platinum ladies wrist watch is from the 1920's to 1930's and has
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Tiffany
Co. Platinum Diamond Open Face Pocket Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co open face platinum and diamond pocket watch circa 1940 made for Tiffany by Agassiz
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
IWC Vintage Men
s Dress Watch Platinum Silver Dial
By IWC
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 34.5 mm Platinum Vintage Men's Dress Wristwatch, silver dial with applied hour markers, date at 3
Category
20th Century Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum, Silver
TIFFANY
CO. BLANCPAIN Diamond Platinum 1960s Bracelet Watch
By Blancpain
Located in New York, NY
crafted in platinum and set with F-G-H VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an estimated 15.0 - 16.0 carats. Part
Category
1960s Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Hamilton Cocktail Watch Platinum and 7.25CT-TDW Diamonds
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
This is an exquisite 1950's Hamilton Platinum and Diamond cocktail watch. The watch is a piece of
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Pocket Watch by Patek Philippe
By Patek Philippe
Located in New Orleans, LA
A study in classic Art Deco design, this pocket watch was crafted by the famed Patek Philippe of
Category
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
Vintage Platinum
9ct White Gold Diamond Ladies Watch
Located in London, GB
combination of a platinum case and 9ct white gold Milanese strap. Adorned with sparkling diamonds, this watch
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 2 Carat Diamond and Platinum Thin Watch
Located in Cincinnati, OH
ranging in size from approximately .01 to .03 carat each
6 inches long
Platinum
Engraved on back of watch
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1940
s Rolex Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - Platinum
Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1940's ROLEX Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - Platinum & Diamonds
Very Rare & Beautiful - Luxurious
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
Retro ROLEX Platinum + Diamond Cocktail Watch w/ Leather Band
By Rolex
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous Retro (ca1940s) era Rolex watch! Crafted in platinum, this lovely watch is encrusted
Category
1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
Hamilton Lady
s Platinum and Diamond Bracelet Watch circa 1950s
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
This stunning lady's bracelet watch is made in platinum and set with 88 sparkling round diamonds of
Category
1950s American Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Blancpain Villeret Platinum Diamond Set Watch 4795-4227-34
By Blancpain
Located in Mayfair, London, London
powered by a self-winding automatic movement. The watch is equipped with a platinum bracelet and a folding
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1940s Platinum Diamond Watch "Shreve and Company" 5.50 Carat
By Shreve
Co.
Located in Wailea, HI
1940's Platinum Diamond Watch "Shreve and Company" 5.50 carats.
Twelve Marquise Cut Diamonds
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Hamilton Watch with Black Dial and Diamond Numerals
By Hamilton
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A vintage platinum Hamilton "Top Hat" wristwatch centered around a beautiful black dial with a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Raymond C. Yard Platinum 1930
s Deco Diamond Watch
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in New York, NY
Raymond Yard art deco platinum diamond wrist watch from 1930's. This is one of a kind piece of art
Category
20th Century American Modern Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Girard Girard Perragaux Diamond Platinum Ladies Watch Bracelet
By Girard Perragaux
Located in Miami, FL
This collectible Mechanical 1960’s Vintage Girard Peeregsux Diamond Ladies Watch Bracelet is
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1940s Vintage 3.35 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and stunning vintage diamond cocktail watch in platinum, with 3.35 carat (total) diamonds
Category
1940s Unknown Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Longines Platinum and Diamond Ladies Dress Watch, circa 1940s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Co
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco
METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum
CIRCA
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Bucherer Platinum
18Kt. Gold Ladies Dress Style Watch 1940
s
By Bucherer
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bucherer Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Watch
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
Platinum Art Deco Mesh Style Vintage Diamond Rectangular Watch
Located in New York, NY
2.60cts Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Mesh Wristwatch.
Centering a rectangular dial framed and
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Piaget Vintage 1950s Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Ladies Watch
By Piaget
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this Vintage 1950's Piaget Platinum Diamond & Sapphire Ladies Watch. This
Category
1950s French Contemporary Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Mid 20th Century Ladies Hamilton Diamond Platinum Dress Wrist Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautiful mid 20th century Hamilton diamond and platinum ladies wrist watch attached to a black
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe Platinum Pocket Watch from 1940
s Hand Made
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe et Cie
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Dress Watch
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
Lucien Piccard Bracelet Watch Platinum and 12.00CT-TDW of Diamonds
By Lucien Piccard
Located in New York, NY
watch is crafted out of platinum and 12.00CT-TDW of high quality diamonds. The face of the watch is
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Hamilton Platinum 0.45ctw Diamond Fancy Ladies Dress Wrist Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an elegant and classic vintage Hamilton ladies' watch mounted in a solid platinum case
Category
1940s American Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Fred Paris Force 10 Chronograph Platinum And Gold Plated Watch
By Fred Paris
Located in Toronto, CA
Movement: Quartz
Case Material: Gold Plated Stainless steel & Platinum
Measurements : Case width: 37 mm
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Steel, Gold Plate, Platinum
Audemars Piquet Swiss Platinum Display Back Pocket Watch for Tiffany
Co
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Sleek, late twentieth century platinum pocket watch by Audemars Piquet Swiss for Tiffany & Co. with
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
The Platinum Rensie Vintage Manual Wind Watch
Located in Bloomington, MN
The Platinum Rensie Vintage Manual Wind Watch
Introducing the exquisite Rensie Vintage Manual Wind
Category
Late 20th Century Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond
Omega Vintage Platinum Diamonds and Rubies Ladies Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 Omega Ladies Wrist watch, the top including the 4 rows of stones on each side measures
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Enamel Platinum Lapel Watch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
1940's Art deco enamel platinum Lapel Watch pendant
In working condition.
approx. 27.62 mm
Category
1940s Vintage Platinum Watch
Fine Art Deco Hamilton 4.8 Carat Diamond Platinum Dress Watch
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco period Hamilton platinum, 4.8 TCW diamond dress watch with a wide double row
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Ladies Diamond Cluster Wrist Watch 4.75 Carats, circa 1950s
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Ladies wristwatch featuring 5 Marquises weighing 1.50 carats, graduating baguettes
Category
1950s American Contemporary Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Hamilton Platinum 1.50ct Round Diamond Ladies Fancy Dress Watch Bracelet
By Hamilton
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a fancy vintage Hamilton ladies' watch crafted in solid platinum and is covered
Category
1940s Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Hamilton 2.4CTW Diamond Watch. Vintage Ladies Hamilton Platinum and 14k WG.
By Hamilton
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stunning watch piece.
Hamilton fully mechanical wristwatch.
PLATINUM Case with 14k White Gold
Category
1940s Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Mid 20th Century Ladies Diamond Platinum and White Gold Dress Wrist Watch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautifully made platinum and diamond ladies square faced watch with Geneva on the dial. There are
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage French Ruby and Diamond Covered Watch Bracelet 18K Gold and Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous 18 Karat gold chain mail vintage bracelet features a covered watch adorned with 24
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Movado Ladies Platinum Diamond Midcentury Manual Winding Dress Watch
By Movado
Located in Long Beach, CA
band and buckle. Done in platinum with exceptionally fine stones it is at once an evening watch as well
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Longines Platinum and Diamond Art Deco Dress Watch with Matching Bracelet 1940
s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Watch
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
Art Deco 1940s 18K Gold
Platinum 3.09tgw Ruby
Diamond Tank Cocktail Watch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco ruby, diamond, platinum, and yellow gold watch, comprising thirty-four square cut
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Nardin Platinum Rose Gold Stern Freres Dial Manual Watch
By Ulysse Nardin
Located in Long Beach, CA
.
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This impressive wrist watch started life as a pocket watch. The platinum and
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Gruen Platinum Case 14K White Gold Band Diamond Sapphire Women
s Hand Wind Watch
By Gruen
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Vintage Gruen Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Watch. This exquisite timepiece is crafted with
Category
20th Century Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Hamilton Ladies Platinum Art Deco Dress Watch from 1940
s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
watches and even produced the navigational chronometers used during W.W. 2. This watch keeps dependable
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Gold-filled
Longines Platinum Art Deco Ladies Dress Watch from 1940
s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Dress Watch
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Hamilton Rare Platinum Art Deco Tank Style Watch, circa 1940s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Diamond Ladies Dress Watch circa 1940
s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Watch
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Omega Ladies Gold Platinum Diamond Pearl and Enamel Covered Bracelet Watch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
flip cover, both sides of the watch case are set with Baguette Diamonds in Platinum totaling totaling 1
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage Bulova Diamond Ladies Watch 900 Platinum
14k Gold Mechanical 2Yr. Wnty
By Bulova
Located in Greensboro, NC
This is an authentic Bulova wristwatch. The watch has been professionally serviced and comes with a
Category
20th Century Unknown Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Omega Flat Platinum Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Berlin, DE
Extremely rare, flat wristwatch. Case, dial and hands made of 950 platinum!
With Omega white gold
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Platinum
Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch
Located in Miami, FL
This ladies watch is crafted in solid platinum. The platinum filigree bracelet is accented with
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Hamilton Lady
s Platinum Diamond Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lady's Platinum and Diamond Hamilton Wristwatch
An elegant and timeless diamond wristwatch with
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Art Deco Baguette Bracelet Watch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
timepiece. An array of white diamonds adorn the watch, which is crafted of platinum in a dazzling link
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Platinum Watch
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 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 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 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 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 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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