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Cartier Tank Burgundy Spider Dial 23mm Must de 18K Gold on Silver Unisex Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Yellow Gold Plated 925 Sterling Silver Case
Cartier Stamped & Hallmarked
Vintage Watch
Circa 1980s
Category
1980s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
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...
Shreve
Co. by Longines Sterling Silver Art Deco / Gothic Desk Clock, 1920s
By Shreve
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Sterling Silver
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 5 Inches Tall
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Sterling Silver Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 18 jewels, 9/90
DIAL / HANDS: Sterling Silver, 18kt. gold batons / gold baton hands.
DIMENSIONS
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Art Deco Manual Watch, circa 1948
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
shaped movement finely finished. The watch has a sterling silver dial and the printing is kiln fired
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Sterling Watch
Vintage Cartier Must de Cartier Vendôm Vermeil Quartz Unisex Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
design. Featuring a vermeil case (18k gold over sterling silver), the round watch face showcases a cream
Category
20th Century Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sapphire, Vermeil
Black Starr
Frost Sterling Silver Ice Bucket
By Black, Starr
Frost
Located in Miami Beach, FL
company’s fine jewelry, sterling silver, watches and clocks have been renowned for high quality and
Category
20th Century American Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Must De Cartier Tank Ref 6 81008, Gold Plated Sterling Silver, c1990
By Cartier
Located in Canterbury, England
plated sterling silver , silver dial and is fitted to its original Cartier leather strap with gold plated
Category
1990s Vintage Sterling Watch
Tiffany
Co Art Deco Sterling Silver Stirrup Cup
By J.D. Schleissner
Söhne 1, Tiffany
Co.
Located in Newark, England
based headquarters. The company’s product line features fine jewellery, sterling silver, watches
Category
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Must De Cartier Gold Plate Sterling Silver Tricolor Dial Manual Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
warranty for timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver
Angela Cummings Tank Style Women
s Wristwatch in Leather Strap
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
925 Sterling Silver Angela Cummings Classic 26mm x 30mm watch featuring a Quartz movement, smooth
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Ladies Tank Manual Wind Silver Vermeil Case Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
1980’s manual wind Cartier ladies tank watch with a bright white dial. Gold plate on Sterling
Category
1980s Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Must de Cartier Tank Ladies Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
:
WATCH MOVEMENT: Swiss-made mechanical. It must be wound to tell time.
METAL: gold vermeil sterling
Category
1980s French Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Cartier Lady
s Yellow Gold Must de Cartier Plaque Quartz Wristwatch Ref 590004
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Quartz. Gold plated sterling silver case; blue sapphire cabochon in crown (24mm diameter). Silver
Category
20th Century Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
1960s Cartier Tank with Lapis Lazuli Dial
By Cartier
Located in Hicksville, NY
Stunning 1960s Cartier Tank Watch with Lapis Lazulli Dial.
Sapphire Crown, Sterling Silver & 18
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sapphire, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Cartier Silver Manual Wind Wristwatch circa 1970s
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier wristwatch in a 31 M.M. Calatrava style case. Manual wind 17 Jewel Cartier movement, white dial, black Roman numerals, sapphire crown. Gray lizard strap with silv...
Category
1970s French Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
David Yurman Ladies Yellow Gold Silver Diamonds Mother-of-Pearl Wristwatch
By David Yurman
Located in Hicksville, NY
Classic David Yurman cable Bangle Watch with factory diamond bezel and sapphire cabochon crown. The
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Cartier Tank Jumbo Date 2413 Large MM LM Must de Cartier L.C Classic Railway
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
watch features a vermeil case plated with 18k gold on sterling silver 925, giving it a regal and opulent
Category
20th Century Art Deco Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Yellow Gold Quartz-movement Wristwatch. The watch has a lemon cream
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage Must de Cartier 925 Silver Gold Vermeil Burgundy Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
gold vermeil over 925 sterling silver, signed Cartier serial #086941 with French and Swiss hallmarks
Category
1990s Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gol...
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
Cartier Vermeil Burgundy Dial Quartz Wristwatch, circa 1990
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Cartier Vermeil ( Gold Plate Sterling Silver ) Wrist watch, 30 X 24 M.M. Case, Quartz
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Vermeil
Cartier Vermeil Vendome large Quartz Wristwatch, circa 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier Vendome Vermeil ( Gold plate on Sterling Silver ) Wrist Watch. 30 MM 2 piece
Category
1990s French Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Vermeil
Cartier Vermeil Large Manual Wind White Dial Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Cartier Gold Plate on Sterling Silver Wrist Watch, measuring 31 MM in Diameter and 6 MM
Category
1980s French Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Vermeil
Cartier Vermeil Must De Cartier Classic Midsize Tank Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier, Must De Cartier, Classic Tank Vermeil, ( Gold Plate on Sterling Silver ) Wrist
Category
1990s French Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Vermeil
Antique 1940s Sterling Silver Albert Watch Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
This beautifully crafted antique Albert watch chain is made from solid sterling silver, featuring
Category
1940s British Retro Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Swedish Sterling Silver Ring-Watch Made in 1967
Located in Stockholm, SE
This silver ring has a watch on top. The watch has a mechanic clockwork. Its case is round with a
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Watch Fob Pendant, Lifesaving, 1930s
Located in NEWARK, GB
A rare vintage sterling silver watch fob pendant.
Watch fobs were traditionally attached to Albert
Category
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Native American Eugene Seely Sterling Silver Turquoise Watch Cuff
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Native American Eugene Seely sterling silver turquoise watch cuff.
Marked: 925 under a sunrise
Category
20th Century Native American Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Leonore Doskow Sterling Silver Pocket Watch Pill Box Locket
By Leonore Doskow
Located in Atlanta, GA
modernist aesthetic and ranged from sculptural to whimsical. This sterling silver pill box replicates a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Southwestern Navajo AY Sterling Silver Turquoise Watch Band 50g
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage sterling silver 925 and polished turquoise stone watch band featuring a southwest design of
Category
Late 20th Century Navajo Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Stone, Sterling Silver
Sterling and Jade Watch Fob Necklace with Tahitian Pearls
Located in Berkeley, CA
Vintage watch fob necklace with pearls and a large jade Watch fob. This is a well balanced piece of
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Jade, South Sea Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage Southwest American Indian Navajo Sterling, Turquoise and Claw Watch
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage Southwestern American Indian Navajo sterling silver cuff watch band offers bear claw and
Category
20th Century American Native American Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Multi-gemstone, 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
20th Century North American Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Gubelin 1973 Swiss Retro Space Era 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 wristwatch, created
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Björn Weckström Wrist Watch, Time Machine Sterling Silver 925
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in Orimattila, FI
Björn Weckström Wrist Watch, Time Machine Sterling Silver 925
Aikarauta in Finnish "Time machine
Category
1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Silver
Ladies Gubelin Necklace Watch Necklace
By Gubelin
Located in Miami, FL
Ladies manual wind Gubelin watch with 17 jewels and a museum back suspended from a 18.5 inch
Category
1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Bulova 1974 "MS Dior Collection" Watch
Located in Toledo, OH
movement 23 Jewels. Case serial# 162252. The watch has been serviced. Great condition, lightly used with
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture "Irwin Collection" Gentleman
s Chest
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
electric outlet and central jewelry box for your watches, cuff links, sterling shirt studs, etc. Original
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Walnut, Lacquer
Corum for Hermes Sterling Silver Buckingham Ref 54121
By Hermès
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Corum for Hermes Buckingham Ref 54121 in sterling silver with hallmarks. This is run by a manual
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Longines Lindbergh Hour Angle Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Longines
Located in Miami Beach, FL
. The watch is made of stainless steel with sterling rotating bezel. The Longines archive department
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Longines Stainless Steel Hour Angle Pilot
s Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Longines
Located in Miami Beach, FL
numerals intact. The watch is made of stainless steel with sterling silver rotating bezel.
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver
Omega Stainless Steel Railmaster Wristwatch Ref 2914-3 SC circa 1950s
By Omega
Located in Miami Beach, FL
is a manual-wind watch and was designed for professionals that worked around large amounts of
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Universal Geneve Stainless Steel Tri-Compax Wristwatch
By Universal Genève
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a beautiful example of a Universal Geneve Tri-Compax from the 1960s. The bombay style case is in mint condition as is the original white dial with black sub-dials. It is also...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Heuer Carrera Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch
By Heuer
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Heuer Carrera chronograph with collectible valjoux 72 manual wind movement.
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Robert Lee Morris Sterling Watch
By Robert Lee Morris
Located in New York, NY
Modernist design Robert Lee Morris sterling silver watch with quartz movement. Watch keeps accurate
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare Gucci Enamel And Sterling Watch
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
This amazing watch dates from the 1970's. It has an enamel screws head motif and a chain link
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Sterling Watch
GUCCI 60s Signature Sterling Watch
Bracelet Set
By Gucci
Located in Lakewood, NJ
Circa 1960s Gucci signature buckle bracelet & watch set in silver with red and green enamel. The
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gold and Sterling Gucci Watch
By Gucci
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a great looking Gucci watch.
The inner dimension of the bracelet is 6 1/8".
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Lady
s Sterling Silver Bracelet Watch
By Georg Jensen
Located in Mt. Kisco, NY
Georg Jensen lady's sterling silver bracelet watch, No. 2366, with moonstones. The floral motif on
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Moonstone, Sterling Silver
Obrey Lucite and Sterling Quartz Bangle Watch
Located in New York, NY
Striking Obrey lucite quartz bangle watch. Roman numerals. Framed by a sterling silver bezel. For a
Category
1970s American Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Pocket Watch or Table Watch No. 355
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Pocket watch / Table watch No. 355 designed by Lene Munthe. With
Category
1990s Danish Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel
PAUL FLATO Sterling Silver "Purse" Purse Watch
By Paul Flato
Located in New York, NY
opening to reveal a watch, signed Flato for Paul Flato, stamped Sterling and Pat.Pend., circa 1940. A
Category
1940s American Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
CARTIER Vintage Sterling Silver Pocket Watch with Cartier Box
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
BRAND NAME: Cartier
STYLE: Vintage Pocket Watch
CASE MATERIAL: Sterling Silver
DIAL
Category
20th Century French Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gucci Watch Bracelet Sterling Silver Bracelet Knot 1970
s
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sterling Silver Gucci Bracelet with Knots and Watch Face
Gucci, marked “Gucci” “Made in France
Category
1970s French Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
1960
s Sterling SIlver and Enamel Watch by Gucci
By Gucci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gucci sterling silver and enamel watch with manual movement.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Obrey Rectangular Sterling Silver Quartz Watch w/Link Band 97gr
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Obrey Rectangular Sterling Silver Quartz Watch w/Link Band 97gr
Solid Silver Case
25 mm in
Category
1990s French Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
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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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