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Movado Astronic HS 360 Chronograph Vintage Men
s Watch
By Movado
Located in Great Neck, NY
Movado Astronic HS 360 Chronograph Vintage Men's Watch.
38mm Stainless Steel case.
Stainless
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Vintage Bulgari Tubogas Bracelet with Movado Diamond Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Movado watch cased by Bulgari, made is 18k white gold, with integrated 18k yellow gold
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold Tubogas Wrap Pear Shaped Case Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold Tubogas Wrap Pear Shaped Case Wristwatch. Crafted in 18 karat
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vertex Revue Vintage Dresswatch, 9K Yellow Gold, Manual, 34" Case. Year 1970.
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and very attractive Vertex Revue features a 9k yellow gold 34mm case (inc crown) and is
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 1578 Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Men
s Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Great Neck, NY
Patek Philippe 1578 Vintage watch. 36MM 18K yellow gold case with bezel. Silver dial with gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Omega DeVille Chronograph, Cal 321 Movement, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Case
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and rare Omega DeVille Chronograph with manual wound calibre 321 movement features a
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Omega Speedmaster Professional Mark II 145.014 Vintage Mens Watch
By Omega
Located in Great Neck, NY
Omega Speedmaster Professional Mark II 145.014 Vintage Men's Watch.
42mm stainless steel case
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Vintage Chopard Malachite Dial Manual Wind Yellow Gold Watch
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Malachite Dial Manual Wind Vintage Watch by Chopard.
Details:
Case Dimensions
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold
Vintage Bulova Accutron Tuning Fork Electronic Ref M7, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Case
By Bulova
Located in Canterbury, England
advanced watches when sold new. The case size measures 33mm x 39mm, with depth 10mm, meaning this watch
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Gondolo Vintage 18 Karat Gold Lapis Lazuli Dial Rare Ribbed Case
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 29 mm 18k White Gold Rare Gondolo Vintage Gents Dress Wristwatch, rare lapis lazuli dial, an 18k
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
Longines Vintage 10 Karat Yellow Gold Filled Case with 14 Karat Gold Bracelet
By Longines
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: quartz
Function: hours, minutes
Case: 28.38mm by 23.88mm rectangle 10k yellow gold-filled
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Day Date 1807 Wristwatch, Yellow Gold Case, Bark Bezel, Swiss Dial
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Rolex Day-Date 1807, is the rarer bark finished reference of a day date: and is a
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Women
s Movado Stretch Band Watch in 18 Karat Gold, 1980s
By Movado
Located in Towson, MD
One 18 karat yellow gold vintage Movado watch featuring a 16.5x14mm case, with the stem-winder flat
Category
Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage 18k Gold 20mm Cartier Tank
Audemars Piguet Watch
Deployant Buckle
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an authentic vintage Cartier Tank watch with a case crafted in solid 18k yellow gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1940 Hamilton 14K White Gold Filled Manual Wind Watch
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
, perfect for enthusiasts of American watchmaking heritage.
Brand: Hamilton
Model: Vintage Dress Watch
Year
Category
Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
1969 Omega Geneve Vintage Mens Cal. 565 Automatic Watch with Ferrari Yellow Dial
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
is large enough to not look like an overly small vintage watch - the case measures 34mm in diameter
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Longines 9K Yellow Gold Case, Manual cal 280 Movement, Speidel Bracelet, 1966
By Longines
Located in Canterbury, England
Our attractive vintage Longines features a 33.5mm 9k yellow gold case, and attractive silver dial
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
Oris Sixty Five Diver Heritage, 40mm Case, Rotating Bezel, 2015
By Oris
Located in Canterbury, England
2015, the year it was launched. A superb everyday watch with vintage style and modern reliability. Full
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Rolex Day-Date 18038, 36mm 18ct yellow gold case, president bracelet, year 1980
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Rolex Day-Date reference 18038 features a 36mm 18ct yellow gold case with 18ct yellow
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Longines Dresswatch, Gold Capped Case, Hexagonal TV Shape Dial, 17 Jewel, c1975
By Longines
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Longines features a heavy gold capped case of 36mm x 36mm with stainless steel caseback
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Men
s Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Vintage Men's Watch. 34mm stainless steel case with a smooth bezel
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Garrard Wristwatch featuring Dennison Aquatite 9K Yellow Gold Case, Papers, 1962
By Garrard
Co. Ltd.
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and rare Garrard presentation watch features a Dennison Aquatite 9k yellow gold case
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch, 42mm Case, Black Tritium Dial, c1979
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and iconic Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch features a 42mm case with black
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Cartier Santos Octagane 0906, Automatic, 24mm Case, Roman Numerial Dial, c1990
By Cartier
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Cartier Santos Octagane with automatic movement , reference 0906 , features a 24mm
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Tag Heuer S/EL chronograph, Ref CG1122
Senna
, Steel/Gold Plate, 38mm Case 2008
By TAG Heuer
Located in Canterbury, England
Our iconic Neo vintage 1990s Tag Heuer S/EL chronograph, with analogue and digital display
Category
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Tag Heuer Monza Ref CR2113-0. Chronograph and Date, 38mm Stainless Steel Case.
By TAG Heuer
Located in Canterbury, England
case with black dial. Fitted to a Tag Heuer service brown leather strap with deployment clasp, this
Category
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16233, 18K Yellow Gold Case, Champagne Dial, 1998
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our classic and neo vintage Rolex Datejust, reference 16233 , features a 36mm stainless steel and
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Rolex Submariner Date Ref 1680 Wristwatch. 40mm Case, Patinated, Retailed 1979.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Rolex Submariner , reference 1680, features a 40mm stainless steel case and stainless
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Seiko Lord-Matic Automatic Wristwatch, 36mm Case, Stainless Steel, Year 1972.
By Seiko
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Seiko Lord-Matic automatic with day and date function features a 36mm stainless steel
Category
Vintage 1970s Antarctican Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Breitling Navitimer Wristwatch Ref 806, 41mm Case, New Strap, Early Example 1967
By Breitling
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Breitling Navitimer reference 806 features a 41mm stainless steel case and a manually
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
Oris Divers Sixty Five Wristwatch, 42mm stainless steel case, box and papers...
Located in Canterbury, England
superb vintage inspired dive watch and this example is presented in excellent condition with only notable
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Tudor Black Bay Ref 79230N Wristwatch, 41mm Case, Full Set, Year 2021.
By Tudor
Located in Canterbury, England
black dial and bezel. A now classic, vintage inspired dive watch, this example is presented in excellent
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
IWC Porsche Design Ref 3317 Wristwatch. 32mm Titanium Case, Quartz, Year c1985
By IWC
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and IWC Porsche Design reference 3317 features a 32mm titanium case and titanium
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
French Yellow Gold Diamond Cameos Pocket Watch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Style: French 18k Yellow Gold 5ctw Diamond Cameos Vintage Pocket Watch
Case Material: 18k Yellow
Category
Early 20th Century French Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Seiko Chronograph Moonphase Quartz Wristwatch Ref 7A42-702A, 37mm Case, Yr 1985
By Seiko
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Seiko Chronograph Moonphase Quartz , reference 7A42-702A features a gold plated case of
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Omega 9ct Yellow Gold Cushion Case made by Dennison. 15 Jewel Movement, c1935
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
Our very attractive vintage Omega features a 9k yellow gold cushion case made by Dennison, with
Category
Vintage 1930s Wrist Watches
Rolex GMT Master Ref 16700 Wristwatch, 40mm Case, Swiss Only Dial, Year 1999.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our classic and neo vintage transitional Rolex GMT Master, reference 16700, with 40mm stainless
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Rolex GMT Master ref 1675, 40mm Case, Jubilee Bracelet, Pepsi Dial. Year 1967.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and very attractive Rolex GMT Master reference 1675 features a 40mm stainless steel
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
Ladies Omega De Ville, Gold/Steel, 23.5mm Case. Great Patina, With Papers, 1992
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
Our lovely neo vintage ladies Omega De Ville features a gold/ steel 23.5mm case with gold/ steel
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Rolex Lady Datejust ref 69174. 26
Case, White Gold Bezel, Black Gloss Dial..
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our superb neo vintage Rolex Lady Datejust reference 69174 features a 26mm stainless steel case
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Breitling Colt Automatic Wristwatch ref A17035, 38mm Case, Blue Dial, Yr c 1990
By Breitling
Located in Canterbury, England
Our neo vintage Breitling Colt Automatic reference A17035 features a 38mm stainless steel case (exc
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust ref 16013, 36mm Case, Fluted 18ct Yellow Gold Bezel, Year 1980
s
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and iconic Rolex Datejust reference 16013 features a 36mm stainless steel case with
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust 16030, Blue Matt Denim Dial, 36mm Case, With Swing Tag, Year 1985
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Rolex Datejust, with stainless steel 36mm case, engine turned steel bezel and jubilee
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Omega Constellation Steel Gold Diamonds Automatic Mens Watch 123.25.38.22.02.002
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Indices Sticks
Customized No
Band Type Bracelet/Link Band
Watch Shape Round
Vintage No
Case Size 38 mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Omega Speedmaster Racing Gray Dial Automatic Mens Watch 326.30.40.50.06.001
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Marks
Watch Shape: Round
Vintage: No
Case Size: 40 mm
Band Width: 17 mm
Lug Width: 19 mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Tag Heuer 2000 quartz professional ref WK1110-1, Black Dial, 39mm Case, Yr 2000.
By TAG Heuer
Located in Canterbury, England
Our neo vintage and instantly recognisable Tag Heuer 2000 quartz professional reference WK1110-1
Category
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Rolex Day Date Wristwatch Ref 1897. 18K Yellow Gold Case, Bark Effect Bezel 1970
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and rare Rolex Day-Date 1807, features a 18k 36mm yellow gold case with bark effect
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Breitling Top Time Wristwatch ref 2000-33. Heavy Gold Capped Case, Year c 1967.
By Breitling
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and very rare Breitling Top Time, reference 2000-33, features a heavy gold capped case
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
Breitling Superocean Heritage II Steel Blue Dial Mens Watch AB2010161C1S1
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Dial Style: 12-Hour Dial, Non-Numeric Hour Marks
Watch Shape: Round
Vintage: No
Case Size: 42 mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Gomelsky Audry 36mm Steel Blue Glitter Dial Quartz Ladies Watch G0120112278
By Gomelsky
Located in New York, NY
Manufactured: 2010-Now Dial Style: 12-Hour Dial, No Hour Marks Watch Shape: Round Vintage: No Case Size: 36
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Franck Muller Conquistador Cortez 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Watch 10000 CC
By Franck Muller
Located in New York, NY
Numerals
Customized No
Band Type Buckle Band
Watch Shape Square
Vintage No
Case Size 41 mm
Band Width 22 mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Panerai Luminor Marina Steel Black Dial Date Automatic Mens Watch PAM00104
By Panerai
Located in New York, NY
Color: Steel
Display: Analog
Dial Style: Sticks & Numerals
Watch Shape: Round
Vintage: No
Case
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Gucci Guccissima Steel Black Dial Oval Quartz Ladies Bangle Watch YA134301
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Watch Shape: Oval Vintage: No Case Size: 36 mm Band Width: 5 mm Lug Width: 9 mm Case Thickness: 9
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Breitling Chronomat 44 18K Yellow Gold Steel Blue Dial Mens Watch CB0110121C1C1
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
-Numeric Hour Marks
Watch Shape: Round
Vintage: No
Case Size: 44 mm
Band Width: 18 mm
Lug Width: 22 mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
NEW Rolex Datejust 18K Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Motif Dial Watch 126333
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Number: 126333
Display: Analog
Year Manufactured: 2010-Now
Watch Shape: Round
Vintage: No
Case Size: 40
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Milgauss Steel Green Sapphire Z-Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116400GV
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Vintage: No
Case Size: 40 mm
Band Width: 15 mm
Lug Width: 20 mm
Case Thickness: 13 mm
Features
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Raymond Weil Freelancer Steel Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch 2780-ST-50001
By Raymond Weil
Located in New York, NY
-Now Dial Style: 12-Hour Dial, Non-Numeric Hour Marks Watch Shape: Round Vintage: No Case Size: 42
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
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Vintage Watch Case For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact vintage watch case you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Silver — can elevate any look. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage watch case may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A vintage watch case from Rolex, Cartier and Omega — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A vintage watch case can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 4 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a baguette cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and single cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our vintage watch case for sale are for women, but there are 35 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Vintage Watch Case?
Prices for a vintage watch case can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $175 and can go as high as $22,748, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,645.
Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You
Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.
Questions About Vintage Watch Case
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022You can tell if your watch case is gold by opening the back and looking for a karat mark like “14K” or “18K.” Consult the brand’s website or an expert jeweler to check the exact composition of the gold. Find a collection of antique and contemporary gold watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024There is no single most sought-after vintage watch. Trends in collecting do vary over time, but some watches have reached an iconic status and tend to remain popular among collectors year after year. Examples of such watches include the Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513, the Omega Speedmaster Professional Ref. 105.003, the TAG Heuer Monaco Ref. 1133B, Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 96, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref. 5402, the Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921, the Longines 13ZN Chronograph, the Zenith El Primero Ref. A384, the Tudor Submariner Ref. 7928, the Breitling Navitimer Ref. 806, the IWC Big Pilot Ref. 5002, the Cartier Tank Louis Cartier, the Breguet Type XX, the Universal Genève Polerouter, the Seiko 6139 "Pogue," the Hamilton Ventura and the Omega Seamaster 300 Ref. 165.014. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- How old is my vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024To determine how old your vintage watch is, first do some research using trusted online resources. Start by looking at the back of your watch to see if there are any numbers, such as serial or model numbers. Cross-referencing these numbers with online reference guides can often give you a rough idea of when a watch was produced. If you can't find any type of identifying number, you can learn more about the maker to find out when it crafted similar watches or have a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert assist you with the dating process. Shop a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The easiest way to determine if a watch is vintage is to look for a date on the back. If the date is more than 20 years old, the timepiece would be considered vintage. If a watch lacks a date, a certified appraiser has the knowledge and experience needed to determine its age. Find a variety of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The gold content of a vintage watch will depend on the make and model of the watch. Gold is a popular choice for luxury watches due to its finish and yellow-golden hue that can be achieved through gold or gold-plated bands. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a vintage-style watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024A vintage-style watch is a contemporary timepiece with a design that draws inspiration from watches produced in previous eras. To be considered a vintage watch rather than a vintage-style watch, a timepiece must be at least 20 years old. Antique watches are at least 100 years old. Explore a wide variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024All Elgin watches are at least vintage, if not antiques. In the 1960s, the Elgin National Watch Company discontinued its watch production, and by the 1980s, the Elgin brand was phased out completely by the company it had previously merged with. Since any timepiece between 20 and 99 years old is vintage, many Elgin watches fall under that category. Any Elgin watch that is 100 years old or older is antique. You can identify an antique Elgin watch using the serial number, which you'll find inside the movement. By cross-referencing the serial number found on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources, you can identify its year of production. If your watch doesn't have a serial number, it was likely produced in the 18th century, making it an antique. If you'd like assistance with dating your watch, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of Elgin watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To identify your vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. Those made before 1944 have seven-digit numbers; from 1944 on, the numbers have eight digits. On vintage models, the serial number is engraved on the inside of the case back.You can cross-reference this number online to find out what model your watch is. Explore a wide variety of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wind a vintage Omega watch by twisting the crown at the side in a clockwise direction. Stop winding once you feel the movement of the crown stop. Browse a range of authenticated vintage and contemporary Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify a vintage Hamilton watch, grab a magnifying glass and look for its model number, serial number and case number. Most timepieces produced by Hamilton will display one, two or all three of these numbers. The model and case numbers generally appear on the back of the case, and you can usually find the serial number on the lugs. You can enter these numbers into the search tool on the National Association of Watch Clock Collectors's official website to learn about your watch's age, style name and other characteristics. If you have any difficulty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of vintage Hamilton watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024To identify a vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. On most vintage timepieces, this number appears on the inside of the caseback. By cross-referencing the number with the information provided by trusted online resources, you can learn what model your watch is and discover other details like its ownership history. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Omega watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Seiko watches include a few different identifying marks. Before 1970, serial numbers were seven digits, and limited-edition models had a piece number. Modern Seiko watches have a six-digit serial number, which includes the manufacturing date. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Seiko watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To date a vintage LeCoultre watch, the best approach is to use the serial number. You can cross-reference the number on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources to determine its year of production. The serial number appears on the watch's movement, so it's necessary to remove the case back to examine it. If you're unfamiliar with how to do this safely, you may wish to have an authorized repair person open your watch. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Jaeger-LeCoultre watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can check if your vintage Omega watch is the real deal by cross-referencing the serial number stamped on the watch. The serial number is seven to eight digits long, and if it doesn’t match the company’s database, this is a serious red flag that can indicate that the piece is fake. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, some old vintage watches are worth something. There is often a market for vintage pieces from well-known watchmakers, such as Patek Philippe, Omega, Rolex, TAG Heuer, Audemars Piguet, Longines and Breitling. Generally, the maker, type, materials, age and condition will largely determine the potential value of a vintage timepiece. If you'd like to find out how much your watch may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. Explore a variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Many watch lovers believe that vintage Cartier watches are a good investment. French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the best-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, many people only used pocket watches.) Louis Cartier designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to check the time more easily while flying. Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, inspired by the linear forms of World War I military tanks, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Cartier watches is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Cartier watches and other watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The best vintage Omega timepiece to buy is largely a matter of personal preference. The Seamaster and Speedmaster are two timeless options available in a variety of finishes and styles. No matter which watch you choose, only buy from a reputable dealer or online platform to ensure you receive an authentic timepiece. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To authenticate a vintage Cartier watch, remove the case back and you’ll see the brand name inscribed. “CARTIER” is located at the seven o’clock or ten o’clock markers and “SWISS MADE” under the six o’clock marker on genuine watches. Counterfeiters often omit these details or even spell the brand name wrong. Cartier watches have a substantial weight due to the high quality materials used to craft the timepiece, and a lightweight watch could be an indication that your piece is a fake. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of genuine Cartier timepieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell if a vintage Gucci watch is real, look for a serial number on the back of the case and/or on the original box if you have it. Then, contact Gucci customer service by phone for assistance with authentication. If you are unable to find a serial number, the best approach is likely to take the timepiece to a knowledgeable appraiser who can authenticate the item. Find a range of Gucci watches on 1stDibs.
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