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14k Yellow Gold Illinois Open Face Hand Engraved Pocket Watch with White Dial
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Absolutely beautiful pocket watch. Made by Illinois 1900s. Heavy gauge 14K yellow gold. In
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Silver, Gold and Black Mixed Media Skull
Located in Hopewell, NJ
buckles, watch faces and more. "Charmed" is the latest from a series of skull sculptures by noted artist
Category
Late 20th Century American Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Mixed Media
Vintage 1940s 1.45 Carat Diamond and Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond watch has been crafted in platinum.
The octagonal 'antique white' watch face of this watch
Category
1940s British Art Deco Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Ladies Yellow Gold Ruby Set Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
semi-cylindrical glass watch face with black numerals, black lettering 'CARTIER' and two hands, to a
Category
1940s French Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Ruby, Yellow Gold
1940s 6.65 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
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The antique white face of this Art Deco cocktail watch displays black Arabic numerals within a minute
Category
1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Limited Edition Watch Ballpoint Pen
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
miniature watch face, complete with delicate hands and markers, adding an element of whimsy and charm to the
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Face
French Modernist Gold Cuff Bracelet or Watch
Located in New York, NY
France for Neiman Marcus". Watch face signed "Neiman Marcus France".
Dimensions: 6-1/2
Category
1960s French Modernist Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold
4.46ct Diamond and 1.61Ct Emerald Cocktail Watch in Platinum Circa 1953
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
circular, geometric Art Deco style design.
The round 'antique white', textured watch face displays the
Category
1950s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre Diamond 14k Gold Lady
s Wristwatch Bracelet
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
look.
The watch face is made of gold with black enamel hour marks. The twelve, three, six and nine
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Vintage 5.72 Carat Diamond and Yellow Rose and White Gold Ladies Watch
By Eterna
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
vintage watch has a square dial fitted with applied yellow gold hour markers.
The face clearly displays
Category
1950s Unknown Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies Gold Black Face Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold ladies Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust watch by Rolex with black face.
Category
1980s Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold
Yellow Gold Hidden Face Watch Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Fabulous 14k yellow gold satin and high polish finish interwoven hidden face watch.
This watch
Category
20th Century American Vintage Watch Face
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Cocktail - Vintage White Gold
Diamond Manual Wind Ladies
Watch
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
combined with a vertically brushed silver tone dial and baton shaped hands create a minimalist watch face
Category
1960s Swiss Art Nouveau Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
CARTIER Round 18k Gold Face Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Round 18k Gold Face WatchFeatures black suede band
Made in: Switzerland
Stamp
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold
1940
s Black Faille Jacket, Beaded Pocket Watch Decoration
Located in New Hope, PA
classic notched lapel has a beaded watch face on the right lapel with a beaded chain and diamante fob
Category
1940s American Vintage Watch Face
Original 1987 Wall Hanging Swatch Maxi Wall Clock Vasily Midcentury Modern Clock
By Swatch
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
, Switzerland. Model: Vasily. Not a reproduction, but an original from 1987 (no date to the watch face, reissues
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Plastic
Patek Philippe Freccero Open Face Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18 karat yellow gold open face Patek Philippe Freccero pocket watch. The watch is 44mm, with a
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe
Co. Open Face Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe & Co. Open Face Pocket Watch - Manual movement. Stainless steel case ( 46 mm
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
IWC Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch
By IWC
Located in Dallas, TX
14k yellow gold case (50mm diameter). Gilt dial with black Arabic numerals and baton markers, blued-steel hands.
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
International Watch Company Gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1920S
By IWC
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An International Watch Company 14ct yellow gold, keyless lever open face pocket watch, C1920s with
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Squadra Hometime Ref. 230.8.77
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
997 Calibre movement that can be seen in all its glory when the watch face is flipped.
Crystal
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Antique Patek Philippe Open-Face Pendant Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Patek Philippe Open-Face Pendant Pocket Watch - Manual winding. 18k gold case (27mm
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Cartier Vintage Open Face Pocket Watch Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare vintage open-face 40.5 mm pocket watch by Cartier in yellow gold. The two-tone silver engine
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron Constantin 18CT Open Face Dress Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Vacheron Constantin 18ct yellow gold open face dress pocket watch, C1960s.
Dial: A rare and
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe 18k yellow gold open face pocket watch, with manual-wind movement. 18k yellow gold
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold
Vacheron Constantin Chronometre Royal Open Face Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare 57 mm antique Chronometre Royal open face pocket watch, in yellow gold by Vacheron
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IWC Open Face Pocket Watch Platinum Diamond Set
By IWC
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 44 mm rare antique open face pocket watch in platinum by IWC. Featuring a silvered dial with 3
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Bvlgari Bulgari Yellow Gold Watch with Black Face
By Bulgari
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
. Every Bvlgari watch beckons the rich Roman history. The Bvlgari watches perfectly combine the Italian
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari Yellow Gold Watch with Black Face
By Bulgari
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
. Every Bvlgari watch beckons the rich Roman history. The Bvlgari watches perfectly combine the Italian
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Greenwich, CT
Albert Einstein once said that "time is an illusion" but this elegant mechanical pocket watch
Category
1950s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Panther Diamond Face 18K Gold Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Panther Diamond 18K Gold Designer Ladies Watch
This Cartier Panther Diamond 18K Gold
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari Yellow Gold Watch with Black Face
By Bulgari
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
, Sotirio Bulgari. Every Bvlgari watch beckons the rich Roman history. The Bvlgari watches perfectly combine
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 18K Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe 18K Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch - Manual winding; 18 jewels . 18K Yellow gold
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Patek Philippe Open Face 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe Open Face 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow Gold Case
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Patek Philippe Open Face 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe Open Face 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow Gold ( 48 mm
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Vacheron Constantin Open Face Pocket Watch Yellow Gold 6320
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare vintage 48mm open face pocket watch in yellow gold by Vacheron Constantin. Featuring a
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch C1910
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Patek Philippe. An 18ct Yellow Gold Open Face Keyless Lever Pocket Watch C1910
Dial: A beautiful
Category
20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Yellow Gold
Swiss Open Face Quarter Repeater Chronograph Pocket Watch Silver
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An antique 55 mm Swiss silver open face quarter repeater chronograph pocket watch. The white enamel
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Silver
Hermes 1.25 Carats Diamond Stainless Steel Cape Cod Watch Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
watch face - covered by sapphire crystal
With stylized numerals then signed Hermēs and Swiss Made
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Steel, Stainless Steel
Lovely 1950
s Baume and Mercier 18k gold bracelet watch
Located in Palm Springs, CA
inches. The bracelet width is 6mm. The watch face is 8mm by 13mm with gold hands and markers. We emailed
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Gold
Vacheron Constantin NOS Open Face Deck Watch in Silver
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare and untouched exquisite oversized 60mm deck watch in silver by Vacheron & Constantin. The
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Silver
Mod 1960
s Crawford Lucite Watch With Cobalt Blue Face
Located in Atlanta, GA
fashionably mod lucite casing. Crawford Watch Company started producing stylish watches in the 1930's that
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Watch Face
Rolex Rare Rose Gold Prince Imperial Open Face Pocket Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex rare 18k rose gold Prince Imperial open face pocket watch, circa. 1940s, manual-wind movement
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany
Co. Yellow Gold Minute Repeating Open Face Pocket Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Minute Repeating Pocket Watch Retailed by Tiffany & Co., 18k Yellow Gold, manual-wind movement
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe 18k Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Patek Philippe 18k Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch - Manual winding. 18k yellow gold
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Tiffany
Co. Manual Wind yellow gold Open Face Pocket Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany
Co solid 14k yellow gold open face high grade pocket watch. Pristine dial, simple
Category
1940s Vintage Watch Face
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Slim Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch C1916
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Patek Philippe. A Slim 18ct Yellow Gold keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch, C1916.
Dial: A
Category
20th Century Swiss Retro Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe. A Gold Slim Open Face Pocket Watch C1944
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Patek Philippe. An 18ct Yellow Gold Slim Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1944
Dial: The
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron
Constantin. A Gold Slim Open Face Pocket Watch C1920
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Vacheron Constantin. An 18ct Yellow Gold Slim Keyless lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1905.
Dial
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron
Constantin. A Gold Slim Open Face Pocket Watch C1920
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Vacheron & Constantin. An 18ct Yellow Gold Slim Keyless lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1920
Dial
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron
Constantin. A Gold Open Face Chronograph Pocket Watch C1924
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Vacheron & Constantin 18Kt Yellow Gold Open Face Chronograph Pocket watch with it's original box
Category
20th Century French Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Open Face Pocket Watch Vintage Yellow Gold 722
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 44 mm vintage open face pocket watch in yellow gold by Patek Philippe. The silvered dial features
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron Constantin Chronometre Royal Open Face Pocket Watch Yellow Gold
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare 57 mm antique Chronometre Royal open face pocket watch, in yellow gold by Vacheron
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hamilton Steel Military Timer Open Faced Pocket Watch, circa 1940s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Military Timer
METAL
Category
1940s American Modernist Vintage Watch Face
Tiffany
Co. Ladies Yellow Gold Open-Faced Pendant Pocket Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Tiffany & Co. Lady's Platinum Pocket Watch - Merimont Watch Co. manual wind movement ; 18
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
CHANEL Automatic J12 39mm Black Ceramic Watch with Diamond Pave Face
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Chanel watch is available through The Paper Bag Princess of Beverly Hills. We offer a large
Category
20th Century Italian Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond
Vintage Patek Philippe Gondolo 18k Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Patek Philippe Gondolo 18k Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch - Manual winding. Huge 18k
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
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Vintage Watch Face For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the vintage watch face you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Finding the perfect vintage watch face may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. Creating a vintage watch face has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Patek Philippe, American Waltham Watch Co. and Bulova are consistently popular. A vintage watch face of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 2, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a rose cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut alternatives. Finding a vintage watch face for sale for men should be easy, but there are 9 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.
How Much is a Vintage Watch Face?
On average, a vintage watch face at 1stDibs sells for $8,000, while they’re typically $120 on the low end and $26,275 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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 Watch Face
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between the dial and the face of a watch comes down largely to preferred terminology. Both terms refer to the part of a watch where you look to see the time. Dial is generally a more technical term than face. Find a large collection of watches on 1stDibs.
- 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 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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