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Longines Vintage Dresswatch, 35mm Case, Papers Dated 1974.
By Longines
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage yellow gold Longines with 35mm case (inc crown and 40mm lug to lug) features a manually
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
1940s Vintage Gold Bulova Tank Watch
By Bulova
Located in Wallkill, NY
Vintage Bulova Tank Watch
Bulova case has an elegant curve with wave like frame.
14K gold
Category
Vintage 1940s American Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
LeCoultre Yellow Gold Vintage Fancy Flared Case Mechanical Wristwatch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 LeCoultre Wrist watch, 32 M.M. 14K Yellow Gold 2 piece case with Flared Lugs and Flared
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Blue vintage 70s DUXOT OF SWITZERLAND 2 Dial “Airman” STYLE CASE.
Located in New York, NY
70s retro look on this sporty watch and I love the fact that it is in mint condition.
CASE: LARGE ALL
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches
Cartier Scarce Vintage Sterling Silver Case Manual Wind Classic Tank Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Cartier Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 30 X 23 M.M. Sterling Silver 2 Piece Case, 17 Jewel
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rolex Tudor Prince Gold Filled and Steel Case Vintage Self Winding Wristwatch
By Tudor
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Rolex Tudor Prince Wrist watch, 35 MM Gold Filled with Stainless Steel Back Water
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Stainless Steel
Vintage Black Face Bulova Stainless Steel Gold Tone In Original Fifth Ave Case
By Bulova
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Black Face Bulova Stainless Steel Gold Tone In Original Fifth Ave Case
Circa 1970
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Ladies Cocktail 8365 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 8365
Year: Est. 1937
Model: Rolex Vintage Ladies Cocktail Watch
Case Material
Category
Vintage 1930s Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Rolex Precision Bow Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 Karat Gold
By Rolex
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful and very rare Rolex Precision Bow Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch. Case and Strap 18 Karat
Category
20th Century European Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Doxa 1950
s-60
s Vintage Doxa Stainless Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
1950's-60's Vintage Doxa Stainless Steel watch. Case sized at 32mm wide. Features an original, two
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Artist Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Versace Tonneau Automatic Men
s Watch WLA99 1 3/8in Blue
Black Face
By Atelier Versace
Located in Eagan, MN
.
Vintage (1984-1989)
Watch Case is stainless steel and measurements are 35mm wide and 46mm long.
Watch Face
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Marina J. Pearl, Amethyst and Diamond Encrusted Bracelet with 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
into a vintage watch case, reimagined and reworked for this piece. Small faceted Amethyst beads are
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Beaded Bracelets
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Geneve Quartz Wristwsatch, TV Shaped Case, Heavy Gold Plate, c1978.
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and very attractive Omega Geneve Quartz, features day and date functions. The TV
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Omega 9ct Yellow Gold Cased By Dennison Wristwatch, 15 Jewel, Inter War, c1930.
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
Our very attractive vintage Omega features a 9k gold case made by Dennison, with manually wound 15
Category
Vintage 1930s Wrist Watches
Tag Heuer 4000 series professional Ref 695.713KA. Auto, 37mm Case, Year c1992.
By TAG Heuer
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Tag Heuer 4000 series professional, reference 695.713KA, is an early 4000, with 37mm
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Jaeger-LeCoultre Auto, 9k yellow gold, 34mm case, light patina, B&P
s, 1970
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and very attractive Jaeger-LeCoultre automatic features a 9k yellow gold 34mm case
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Gucci 2000M Wristwatch. 30mm Heavy Gold Plated Case. Leather Strap. Yr 1990.
By Gucci
Located in Canterbury, England
Our neo vintage Gucci 2000M features a 30mm heavy gold plated case with enamel sides in the Gucci
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Pate Philippe Calatrava Ref 4819, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clous De Paris Case
By Patek Philippe
Located in Canterbury, England
Our rare and neo vintage ladies Patek Philippe Calatrava reference 4819 features a desirable and
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Refined Black Starr and Frost Gold Watch, 1970
s
Located in Stamford, CT
Lighting and reflection may show uneven gold on the case of this vintage watch. In actualtiy, the
Category
American Wrist Watches
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
Cartier Tank Must GM Silver Blue Precious
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
should relax). The watch is vintage, the case has scratches from use and the dial has 2 small marks, but
Category
1990s French Wrist Watches
Materials
Silver, Stainless Steel
GUCCI VINTAGE Black Leather HORSEBIT BOX Jewelry CASE w/ WATCH Rare
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
/case crafted in black leather with metal horsebit detail and a built-in swiss made watch with manual
Category
20th Century Italian Clocks
Vintage High Fashion Pierre Cardin Watch in Original Case 70s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a vintage “New Old Stock” PIERRE CARDIN wrists watch with original box & hang tag
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Vintage Jewelry Watch Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, FR
Awesome Louis Vuitton Vintage Watch Case in Monogram Canvas
Sold with 2 keys aand the adresse tag
Category
1990s French Luggage and Travel Bags
Hamilton White Gold Top Hat Diamond Dial manual wristwatch, circa 1950s
By Hamilton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
” model is one of the most popular vintage watch case designs, used by both Patek Philippe and Hamilton
Category
Vintage 1950s American Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
Hamilton Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Top Hat manual Wristwatch, circa 1950s
By Hamilton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
” model is one of the most popular vintage watch case designs, used by both Patek Philippe and Hamilton
Category
Vintage 1950s American Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Champ Classic Vintage Champ Classic Watch with Rubies
Diamonds Case
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Champ Classic with rubies & diamonds case in 18k rose gold. Manual. Length 6 inches. Fine
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Vintage Piaget Polo Watch 18k 30 mm Case yellow gold 791 C 701
By Piaget
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Vintage Piaget Polo Watch 30 mm Case large size. 18k yellow gold in amazing condition
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Zenith Vintage Unknown, Case, Certified and Warranty
By Zenith
Located in Miami, FL
Zenith Vintage Reference #:Unknown. Zenith Mens Vintage Manual Hand Winding Watch Black Dial Gold
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Piaget Vintage Unkonwn, Case, Certified and Warranty
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
Piaget Vintage Reference #:unkonwn. Pre-Owned Piaget Vinatage, Reference: Vintage, Year: 1980
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
LONGINES admiral / 1970s Vintage watch
By Longines
Located in Sammu shi, JP
LONGINES admiral / 1970s Vintage watch
size : case 3.4cm
arm circumference : 17cm between 21cm
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
LONGINES / 1970s Vintage watch Ladies
By Longines
Located in Sammu shi, JP
LONGINES / 1970s Vintage watch Ladies
size : case 2.3cm
arm circumference : 14cm between 18cm
No
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches
Materials
10k Gold, Stainless Steel
IWC 1970s Vintage watch ladies
By IWC
Located in Sammu shi, JP
IWC 1970s Vintage watch ladies
size : case 20mm
arm circumference : 14cm between 17cm
movement
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
OMEGA Geneve 1970s Vintage watch ladies
By Omega
Located in Sammu shi, JP
OMEGA Geneve 1970s Vintage watch ladies
size : case 2cm
arm circumference : 14cm between 18cm
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
OMEGA Geneve 1970s Vintage watch ladies
By Omega
Located in Sammu shi, JP
OMEGA Geneve 1970s Vintage watch ladies
size : case 1.8cm
arm circumference : 14cm between 18cm
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Omega Seamaster 176.007 Vintage Men
s Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Omega Seamaster 176.007 Mens Vintage Watch. 38mm Stainless Steel case. Blue dial with steel hands
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Waltham Hunter Case Pocket Watch Ref. 1, 472009 in 14k Yellow Gold, White Dial
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
. Fine Pre-owned Waltham Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Waltham Hunt Case 1,472009 watch is made out
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
RADO Golden Horse / 1970s Vintage watch
By RADO
Located in Sammu shi, JP
RADO Golden Horse / 1970s Vintage watch
size : case 3.4cm
arm circumference : 17cm between 21cm
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
RADO 990 / 1960-1970s Vintage watch
By RADO
Located in Sammu shi, JP
RADO 990 / 1960-1970s Vintage watch
size : case 3.5cm
arm circumference : 17cm between 21cm
No
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Hermes Silver Cape Cod Nantucket Watch
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Awesome Vintage Hermes watch with case in silver and green Hermes leather band.
really good
Category
1990s French Wrist Watches
Materials
Silver
Vintage Rolex King Midas Cellini Reference 4126 with Rare Case, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's Vintage Rolex King Midas Cellini Ref. 4126 18k Yellow Gold watch with Unique Rare Studded
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1501 Vintage Men
s Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1501 Vintage Men's Watch. 34mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
Cartier Tank Vermeil Rare Vintage Women
s Hand-Winding Quartz Wooden Case
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Vermeil Rare Vintage Women's Hand-Winding Quartz Wooden Case 24MM
Category
Vintage 1970s Modern Wrist Watches
Vintage Cartier 8064269, 18 Karat White Gold, White Dial, Diamond Case Manual
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail watch with diamonds, thin and slender backwind case from 1950s. Case signed and dial
Category
Vintage 1950s Modern Wrist Watches
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 Pocket Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Omega Speedmaster Professional Mark II 145.014 Vintage Men
s Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Omega Speedmaster Professional Mark II 145.014 Vintage Men's Watch. 42mm stainless steel case with
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
Vintage Omega Seamaster Automatic Calendar Cal.503, Steel 1956 Gents Watch
By Omega
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
1950's stainless steel vintage Omega watch waterproof.
A round stainless steel vintage Omega watch. The
Category
Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches
Must de Cartier 21 Women
s Stainless Steel Quartz Watch Vintage 1340
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Must de Cartier 21 Women's Stainless Steel Quartz Watch Vintage 1340
Movement #690
Case #1340
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Ladies Vintage Art Deco Cocktail watch in an ornate 18k white gold
diamond
Located in Surfside, FL
Ladies Vintage Art Deco Cocktail watch in an ornate 18k white gold & diamond case with a double
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
Vacheron Constantin Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Surfside, FL
185030. Circa 1898. Fine Pre-owned Vacheron Constantin Watch.
Certified preowned Vintage Vacheron
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Gold Plated and Steel Rallye Watch
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Super nice Hermes Vintage watch.
Gold plated case and bracelet
Wrist size 16 cm
Category
1990s French Wrist Watches
1920
s Rolex Trench / WW1 "Hermetic" or Submarine Double Cases" Sterling Silver
By Rolex
Located in Raleigh, NC
“Hermetic or Submarine” watch. The design was ingenious at the time. ( I have 2 other “Hermetic watches for
Category
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Breitling Antares Automatic 81970
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Breitling Antares vintage watch. Stainless steel 39mm case. Stainless steel bezel with gold markers
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Bulgari yellow and white gold Vintage Snake tubogaz Quartz Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in Paris, IDF
A 750/000 yellow and white gold "Snake" Bulgari vintage watch, tubogaz bracelet. Black dial.
Case
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
1919 Rare Small Font Dial Elgin "Foch" Hermetic, Solid Nickel, Stunning
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
vintage watches. Please keep in mind that these are vintage watches. In some case close to 100 years old
Category
Vintage 1910s North American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Omega Yellow Gold Automatic Wristwatch circa 1952
By Omega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand Name: Omega
Style Number: F6516
Series: Vintage Gold Dress Watch
Gender: Men's
Case
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Piaget Wrist Watch 18k Yellow Gold Coral Onyx Octagon Shape Case
By Piaget
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Vintage Piaget Wrist Watch
18k Yellow Gold
Coral & Onyx Octagon Shape Case
Reference 9523
1970's
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Coral, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
- 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 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.
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