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Tiffany
Co. Sterling Silver and Three Strand Akoya Pearl Bracelet
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
This Tiffany & Co. bracelet features 3 strands of 5mm Akoya pearls with a sterling silver clasp
Category
20th Century Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Cartier Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Must De Cartier Ronde Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
& Papers: Cartier Pouch
This watch has been fully inspected in house. Our experts check all watches with
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Must De Cartier Ronde Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Specifications
Movement: Quartz
Case: 18k Yellow Gold Plated 925 Sterling Silver
Case Diameter
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Must De Cartier Tank Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Presentation Box
This watch has been fully inspected in house. Our experts check all watches with the utmost
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
Carier Lady
s Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Must De Cartier Tank Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
: Xupes Presentation Box
This watch has been fully inspected in house. Our experts check all watches
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Paris Silver Gold Vermeil Leather Strap Must De Cartier Watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
in 18k yellow gold vermeil over 925 sterling silver signed Cartier, serial #060249 with Swiss and
Category
1970s Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Verm...
Cartier Sterling Silver and Pink Enamel Minute Repeater Desk Clock circa 1920s
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Geneve Clock Co., retailed by Cartier, sterling silver and pink guilloche enamel minute repeating
Category
20th Century Swiss Edwardian Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Diamond, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Ulysse Nardin Rose Gold Art Deco Original Crystal and Crown Manual Watch
By Ulysse Nardin
Located in Long Beach, CA
being a premier old house, still in business produced this watch flawlessly. The sterling silver dial is
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Ladies "Argent" Gold-Plated and Sterling Silver Quartz Wristwatch, 1970
By Cartier
Located in Braintree, GB
Cartier ladies "Argent" gold plated and sterling silver quartz wristwatch, C.1970's
Ref : 18
Category
1970s French Vintage Sterling Watch
Gucci
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
For sale is a sterling silver Gucci bracelet watch.
The watch and band is done in a two
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
$850
Gucci
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gucci bracelet watch with Gucci GG logo embossed in sterling silver.
This piece is in
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,100
Cartier, Must de Cartier Vendôme, Ref. 590004, Women, 1970-1979
By Cartier
Located in Braintree, GB
Cartier ladies "Vermeil" sterling silver quartz wristwatch, C.1970's
Ref : 000569
Gender: Ladies
Category
1970s French Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Cartier Must de Cartier Tank Vermeil-Beige Dial
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1980s Must de Cartier Tank featuring a 23.5 x 30.5mm .925 sterling silver case with 18KT
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Ladies Must de Cartier Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W3635
Model: 1903
Serial: CC6*****
Condition: 9 - Excellent condition
Age: 1990's
Case Diameter: 24 mm
Case Size: 24mm
Box and Papers: Box and Open Guarantee
Movement: Quartz
Ca...
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Lady
s Yellow Gold Plated Silver Must De Cartier Tank Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
This watch has been fully inspected in house. Our experts check all watches with the utmost care and
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Silver Gold Vermeil Lizard Strap Les Must De Cartier Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
one cabochon sapphire dial. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold vermeil over 925 sterling silver signed
Category
1970s Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Si...
Must De Cartier Tank Vermeil Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is an excellent vintage Must de Cartier manual wind vermeil tank watch. This watch is solid
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Vermeil
Gold and Silver Wristwatch from estate of Roy Rogers, King of the Cowboys
Located in Darnestown, MD
Handmade sterling silver and gold watch that belonged to Roy Rogers, King of the Cowboys. Roy
Category
1940s Mexican Vintage Sterling Watch
Heavy Sterling Turquoise Watch Cuff Bracelet
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous vintage watch cuff is sterling silver with natural turquoise.
It features a basic
Category
1950s North American Native American Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Hamilton Watch Movement Pendant in Sterling Silver
By Hamilton
Located in Towson, MD
One Hamilton watch movement pendant measuring 24.75mm long and 16.55mm wide.
Category
1960s Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Southwestern Les Baker Shop Sterling Silver Turquoise Watch Cuff
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Southwestern Les Baker Shop sterling silver turquoise watch cuff.
Marked: LB with stamped eagle
Category
20th Century Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver and Enamel Watch Fob Pendant, Darts, Dartboard
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic vintage 1930's sterling silver and enamel watch fob.
This fob features an enamelled
Category
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Gubelin 1970 Swiss Aerodynamic Retro Wrist Watch Cuff Bracelet in .925 Sterling
By Gubelin
Located in Miami, FL
A retro wrist watch cuff designed by Gubelin.
Beautiful vintage cuff bracelet wrist watch, created
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage David Yurman Ladies 18K Gold Sterling Silver Diamond Wrist Cable Watch
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Vintage David Yurman ladies wrist watch finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and sterling silver
Category
20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
1970s Modernist Silver Bangle Bracelet Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Lady's watch bracelet in silver.
Large flat bangle, it has on the top a knot of geometrical shape
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Rare Egyptian Revival Silver Watch Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Egyptian Revival motif silver pendant watch circa 1925. Nicolet 15 jewel adjusted movement. Silver
Category
20th Century Art Deco Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Hamilton 4229b 22 Jewel Rare Military Grade Watch with Commercial Dial
By Hamilton
Located in Palm Springs, CA
light scratches to case and crystal. There is a sterling silver watch cable included. This each is a 16
Category
1940s American Vintage Sterling Watch
Edward I. Farmer Table Clock in Gilt Silver, Jadeite and Coral
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
and pagoda scene engraved onto the dial. The frame of the clock is crafted from gilt sterling silver
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Coral, Jade, Silver, Sterling Silver
Cher Sterling Watch
Ring from Movie Mermaids
Located in New York, NY
set from a private collector. The vintage 1950/60s midcentury watch is .925 sterling silver. The face
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Concord Sportivo Sterling Steel Quartz Ladies Tank Watch
By Concord Watch
Located in New York, NY
Material: Sterling Steel
Brand: Concord
Case: Sterling Steel
Caseback: Sterling Steel
Bezel
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Unusual Sterling Modernist Clamper Watch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Sterling Modernist Clamper Watch from the 1970's. Hook Latch motif on hinged bangle with
Category
1970s American Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
1940s Sterling and Enamel Rexora Watch
Located in Towson, MD
Sterling Silver and enamel mechanical watch that hangs 1 ⅜ ’’ long, with the ball being ⅞’’ of that
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Gucci Sterling Silver and Wood Bracelet Watch
By Gucci
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Gucci Wrist watch, 26 X 19 MM Sterling Silver 2 piece Case. Mechanical, manual wind
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chopard Ladies Wrist Watch 925 Sterling Silver
By Chopard
Located in Berlin, DE
Heavy Chopard Ladies Wrist Watch 925 Sterling Silver
Case and Strap made of solid 925 Sterling
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Robert Lee Morris Sterling Silver Moon Crater Watch
By Robert Lee Morris
Located in Montreal, QC
Robert Lee Morris sterling silver watch and bracelet with box. Moon crater face, signed and marked
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Obrey French Sterling Silver 1970s "Orbital
Modernist Watch
Located in New York, NY
first collection of modernist design watches in sterling silver.
The watch has a mechanical or manual
Category
1970s European Modernist Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Tiffany
Co. Atlas Watch on Strap
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: quartz
Function: hours, minutes
Case: 23mm sterling silver case with Atlas collection
Category
20th Century American Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Must de Cartier Midsize Sterling Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Crirca 1990s Cartier, Must de Cartier Wrist Watch, 32 M.M. Sterling Silver 2 piece Water resistant
Category
1990s French Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Company Atlas Sterling Silver Quartz Ladies Wrist Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Tiffany & Company Atlas collection Ladies Wrist Watch, 24 M.M. Sterling Silver 3 piece
Category
1990s American Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Paris 925 Sterling Classic Tank Unisex Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier Classic Tank Wrist Watch, Hard to find 30 X 23 M.M. Sterling Silver 2 piece
Category
1990s French Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Original 1973 Tissot Pekka Pierkaeinen
s Elliptical Sterling Silver Bangle Watch
By Tissot
Located in Valenza, IT
Tissot Design Sterling Silver Watch Collection. This watch in particular is a rare, elliptical version
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Original 1969 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Sterling Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
Original 1969, Exquisite Alexis Barthelay Watch, a special piece characterized by an elegant
Category
1960s French Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Original 1972 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Sterling Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
Original 1972, Exquisite Alexis Barthelay Watch, a special piece characterized by an elegant
Category
1970s French Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Original 1969 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Sterling Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
Original 1969, Exquisite Alexis Barthelay Watch, a special piece characterized by an elegant
Category
1960s French Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Original 1969 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Sterling Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
Original 1969, Exquisite Alexis Barthelay Watch, a special piece characterized by an elegant
Category
1960s French Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Tiffany
Co. Concord 925 Sterling Silver Travel Clock Pocket Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Metal Type: 925 Sterling Silver
Thickness: 0.25 inches
Length: 3.00 inches
Category
20th Century Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Omega Gold Plated Sterling Silver Manual Wind ref 5110013 Watch
By Omega
Located in Toronto, CA
Wind
Case Material: Gold Plated Sterling Silver
Measurements :26mm diameter (excluding crown )
Band
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Cartier Gold-Plated Sterling Silver and Lapis Lazuli Tank Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A gold plated over sterling silver and lapis lazuli Tank watch. Cartier, Paris. Circa 1960. 25 x
Category
1960s French Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Longines by Serge Manzon Large Sterling Midcentury Buckle Watch Never Worn
By Longines
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Mis Century Modern, Longines Serge Manzon designed Wrist watch, 50 X 34 MM Sterling
Category
1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Original 1972 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Iconic Sterling Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
watches combining unusual material with stylish refined design.
This watch has just been serviced, it is
Category
1970s French Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Paul Flato Yellow Gold Sterling Silver Brooch Pendant Manual wind Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Paul Flato Brooch Pendant watch, 14K Yellow Gold and Sterling silver and fashioned from
Category
1950s Mexican Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage Cartier Santos Watch. Santos de Cartier Octo 187903 Sterling and 18k
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Santos Sterling Silver and 18k Yellow gold.
Ref 187903
Category
1980s Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Cartier Ladies Must de Cartier Vermeil Sterling Silver Argent Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in Montreal, QC
Ladies Must de Cartier Vermeil Argent/Silver Ladies Watch; Yellow dial with blue hands and black
Category
Late 20th Century French Contemporary Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Obrey Paris 1970 Retro Modernist Unisex Wrist Watch In Gilded Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Retro modernist wrist watch designed by Emile Obrey Paris.
Fabulous ultra modernist wristwatch
Category
1970s French Retro Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage David Yurman Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Sterling Silver Diamond Wrist Watch
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Vintage David Yurman ladies wrist watch finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and sterling silver
Category
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Cosmos Paris 1970 French Retro Space Era Wrist Watch Cuff Bracelet .925 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
A retro wrist watch cuff designed by Cosmos Paris.
Beautiful vintage cuff bracelet wristwatch
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Daivd Yurman 18 Karat Yellow Gold, and sterling silver diamond watch
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Daivd Yurman 18K Yellow Gold, And sterling silver diamond watch
SKU#W-00756
Category
1980s American Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Diamond
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Vintage Sterling Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the vintage sterling watch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Silver, Sterling Silver and Gold. You can easily find a 21458 antique edition and 9 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect vintage sterling watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic vintage sterling watch over the years, but those made by Georg Jensen, Tiffany
Co. and David Yurman are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at a vintage sterling watch featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a vintage sterling watch for sale for women should be easy, but there are 7053 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.
How Much is a Vintage Sterling Watch?
The price for a vintage sterling watch starts at $1 and tops out at $1,600,000 with these bracelets, on average, selling for $695.
Finding the Right Watches for You
Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs.
While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind.
Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. 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.
Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic 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 watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory.
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.
When shopping for a watch, 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 exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs that includes Cartier watches, Rolex watches, Patek Philippe watches and more — we promise it will be worth your time.
Questions About Vintage Sterling Watch
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Unless 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.
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