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Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling Silver Watch Designed by Lene Munth
By Georg Jensen
Located in London, GB
Rare Georg Jensen Sterling silver quartz Watch Designed by Lene Munth Denmark c1980
Crisp white
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modernist Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Hermes Cape Cod Watch Nantucket Sterling Silver
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes cape Cod Nantucket watch in sterling Silver.
Good working condition.
Bracelet and buckle
Category
1990s Vintage Sterling Watch
Georg Jensen Mid Century Sterling Silver Watch by Allan Scharff
By Georg Jensen
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Georg Jensen Slim, Unisex Watch with an Octagonal, Geometric Sterling Silver Case, the Bezel is
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Sterling Watch
Early 1900
s Rolex Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
One of the very first Rolex watch ever made, which was given to a solider in war.
Category
1990s Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
$7,500
Must de Cartier Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, ON
Vintage Must de Cartier ladies watch. Silver with sapphire turn, dark mahogany leather band. No
Category
Late 20th Century French Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Obrey Lady
s Sterling Silver Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
a fine "glove leather" black strap. An attractive, very unusual watch.
Alice Kwartler has sold
Category
1950s French Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
JAEGER-LECOULTRE Stainless Steel Reverso Grand Taille Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Verona, IT
LeCoultre buckle.
The watch comes with original Jeager LeCoultre box and paper.
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Eterna Austrian Silver Travel Alarm Clock / Watch
Located in New York , NY
Austrian silver travel alarm clock from the late 1800's, by Eterna, retailed by Franz Wess & Sohne, Wein (Vienna). There is an inscription on the inside that was added in 1916 which ...
Category
20th Century Austrian Edwardian Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rolex Silver ref 1490 Branchard Prince, duo dial doctor
s watch
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Sterling Silver ref 1490 Branchard Prince, duo dial doctor's watch. Large flared case 26 X
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tudor Steel Prince Oysterdate Chrono-Time diver watch c. 1970s.
By Tudor
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Tudor Prince Oysterdate Chrono-Time diver watch circa 1970's. 39mm stainless steel case with
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Torun Wristwatch #231
By Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Wristwatch #23. Designed by Torun. From after 1945.
Measures 6 cm x
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
CARTIER Lady
s Sterling Silver Tank Louis Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Lady's Cartier Tank Louis wristwatch with sterling silver case secured by screws, white dial with
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
David Yurman Dual Cable Gold and Silver Bangle Watch
By David Yurman
Located in San Francisco, CA
Offered is an authentic David Yurman bangle watch with beautiful amethyst sidetones , 14K gold and
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Longines Serge Mazon Sterling Silver Hinged Case 1970s
By Longines
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Longines silver Serge Mazon ultra thick square case with massive square hinged lugs circa 1970. Featuring original silvered minimalist dial with cross hairs, original brown elephant ...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Longines Sterling Silver Serge Mazon design circa early 1970
s.
By Longines
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Longines Sterling Silver Serge Mazon design circa early 1970's. Massive and thick rectangular case
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Vintage Tank Watch with Alligator Strap
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, ON
Vintage Must de Cartier tank watch. Sterling silver 925 base with gold plate. Sapphire cabochon
Category
Late 20th Century French Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Vintage Tank Watch with Alligator Strap
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, ON
Vintage Must de Cartier tank watch. Sterling silver 925 base with gold plate. Sapphire cabochon
Category
1990s French Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must de Ladies Sized Watch, 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1980's Vintage Cartier Ladies Size Tank 18k Yellow Gold Plated Over Sterling Manual Wind watch with
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must De Men
s Sized Watch, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sterling Silver watch with Original White Dial with Black Roman Numerals. 23mm x 30mm lug to lug (0.91 in
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must de Ladies Sized Watch, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990's Vintage Cartier Ladies Size Classic Must de Tank 18k Yellow Gold Plated Over Sterling Silver
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must de Men
s Sized Watch, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990's Cartier Standard Men's Size Tank 18k Yellow Gold Plated Over Sterling Manual Wind watch with
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must de Ladies Sized Watch, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990's Vintage Cartier Ladies Size Classic Must de Tank 18k Yellow Gold Plated Over Sterling Silver
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must de Men
s Sized Watch, 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1980's Vintage Cartier Men's Classic Size Must de Tank 18k Yellow Gold Plated Over Sterling Silver
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must de Men
s Sized Watch, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sterling Silver watch with Original White Dial with Black Roman Numerals. 23mm x 27mm lug to lug (0.91 in
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must de Men
s Sized Watch, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990's Vintage Cartier Standard Men's Size Tank 18k Yellow Gold Plated Over Sterling Manual Wind
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must de Men
s Sized Watch, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sterling Silver watch wit Original White Dial with Black Roman Numerals. Triple Singed. 23mm x 30mm lug to
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must de Men
s Sized Watch, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990's Vintage Cartier Standard Men's Size Tank 18k Yellow Gold Plated Over Sterling Manual Wind
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must de Men
s Sized Watch, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990's Vintage Cartier Standard Men's Size Tank 18k Yellow Gold Plated Over Sterling Manual Wind
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must de Men
s Sized Watch, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990's Cartier Men's Classic Size Must de Tank 18k Yellow Gold Plated Over Sterling Silver watch
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Vintage Cartier Tank Must de Ladies Sized Watch, 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1980's Vintage Cartier Ladies Classic Size Must de Tank 18k Yellow Gold Plated Over Sterling Silver
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Vintage Cartier Tank Must de Ladies Sized Watch, 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1980's Vintage Cartier Ladies Classic Size Must de Tank 18k Yellow Gold Plated Over Sterling Silver
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Vintage Cartier Tank Must de Men
s Sized Watch, 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1980's Vintage Cartier Men's Classic Size Must de Tank 18k Yellow Gold Plated Over Sterling Silver
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Matti Hyvarinen Sterling Silver Textured Bracelet Wristwatch
Located in Potts Point, New South Wales
A wonderfully wide topographical textured heavy panel bracelet set with a small square manual watch
Category
1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Silver
Ladies Cartier Must De Cartier in Sterling Silver
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pre -owned in very good condition lady’s watch Must De Cartier 27mm case in Sterling Silver, silver
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Silver
Cartier Tank Must de Ladies Watch with a Champagne Dial, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990's Cartier Standard Ladies Size Must de Tank 18k Yellow Gold Electroplated Over Sterling Silver
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must de Men
s Sized Watch with Champagne Dial, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990's Vintage Cartier Men's Classic Size Must de Tank 18k Yellow Gold Plated Over Sterling Silver
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Breitling Sterling Silver Chrono-matic SuperOcean Automatic Wristwatch
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
1957, intending it to be used both as a recreational dive watch and as a regatta timer. In 1969
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Must de Men
s Sized Watch with a Black Dial, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sterling Silver watch wit Original Black Dial. Triple Singed. 23mm x 27mm lug to lug (0.91 in. x 1.06 in
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must de Men
s Sized Watch with a Tri-Color Dial, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sterling Silver watch wit Original Tri-Color (Rose, Yellow, Silver) Dial. Triple Singed. 23mm x 27mm lug to
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must de Ladies Sized Watch 18 Karat Yellow Gold Plated, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990's Vintage Cartier Ladies Size Must de Tank 18k Yellow Gold Plated Over Sterling Silver watch
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must De Ladies Sized 18 Karat Yellow Gold Plated Watch, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990's Vintage Cartier Ladies Size Tank 18k Yellow Gold Plated Over Sterling Manual Wind watch with
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Cartier Tank Must de Ladies Sized 18 Karat Yellow Gold Plated Watch, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990's Vintage Cartier Ladies Size Classic Must de Tank 18k Yellow Gold Plated Over Sterling Silver
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
IWC Sterling Silver Date Elmitex Bracelet Automatic Wristwatch circa 1960
By IWC
Located in West Hollywood, CA
High grade IWC automatic sporty style dress model with date model circa 1960. Featuring 34 X 42mm diameter heavy snap back case with extended lugs, smooth bezel, acrylic crystal, and...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Lady
s Vermeil Tank Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A sterling silver watch microplated with yellow gold. The case measures 28mm x 20mm. Original
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch with Custom-Colored Dial circa 1974
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
.
Explanation about sizes of vintage Rolex watches: 36mm full size man's Datejust or Day-Date President. 34mm
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Magificent Swiss "Teller" square case clock c.1920
By Tellus
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Magificent Swiss "Tellus" square case clock watch in silver circa 1920 with button on bottom to
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Continuing to be the watch par excellence of influential people, this 18kt yellow gold Rolex Day
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel
GUB Silver Deck Chronometer
Located in Munich, Bavaria
GUB (Glashütter Uhrenbetriebe)
wot ID: 6305
Taschenuhr
Deck-Chronometer
Case
silver 0.900, 58mm
Movement
manual wind, power reserve
Dial
original dial and hands
*
...
Category
1940s German Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Tank Must de Cartier Classic Railway Louis 557051 Model Vermeil
By Cartier
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
CARTIER
Founded in 1847
For the discerning ones
Wear Cartier watch it's integrate the club of
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Cartier Tank Large GM LM Must de Cartier LC Classic Railway Vermeil Gold black
By Cartier
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
CARTIER
Founded in 1847
For the discerning ones
Wear Cartier watch it's integrate the club of
Category
1970s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Cartier Tank Must de Cartier Classic Railway Louis Model Vermeil + Papers
By Cartier
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
CARTIER
Founded in 1847
For the discerning ones
Wear Cartier watch it's integrate the club of
Category
1990s Swiss Art Nouveau Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Citrine, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Cartier Tank Must de Cartier L.C Classic Railway Vermeil Gold Plated, 1977
By Cartier
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
CARTIER
Founded in 1847
For the discerning ones
Wear Cartier watch it's integrate the club of
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Cartier Tank Must de Cartier Classic Railway Louis 5057001 Vermeil Gold Plated
By Cartier
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
CARTIER
Founded in 1847
For the discerning ones
Wear Cartier watch it's integrate the club of
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Cartier Tank L.C. Must de Cartier Louis 1920 Art Deco Model Vermeil Gold + Box
By Cartier
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
CARTIER
Founded in 1847
For the discerning ones
Wear Cartier watch it's integrate the club of
Category
1990s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Citrine, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Cartier Tank Vermeil L.C. Large GM LM Must de Cartier Louis 1920 Art Deco + Box
By Cartier
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
CARTIER
Founded in 1847
For the discerning ones
Wear Cartier watch it's integrate the club of
Category
1990s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Citrine, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Cartier Tank Must de Cartier L.C Classic Railway Vermeil Gold Plated + Papers
By Cartier
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
CARTIER
Founded in 1847
For the discerning ones
Wear Cartier watch it's integrate the club of
Category
1970s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Citrine, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Cartier Tank Must de Cartier LC Large GM LM Tortoise Lacquer Vermeil Gold + Box
By Cartier
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
CARTIER
Founded in 1847
For the discerning ones
Wear Cartier watch it's integrate the club of
Category
1970s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Sterling Watch
Materials
Citrine, Gold Plate, Vermeil, 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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