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18 Karat White Gold Patek Philippe Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Banbury, GB
unbeatable sunbursts of colour flashing across the face of the watch. Bringing light to areas that are
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Rare 1940s ruby and diamond 18k gold asymetric watch
Located in London, GB
This most unusual 1940s 18k gold watch is completely asymetrical in design. It has a round face
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1980s Christian Dior Blue Stone Dial Quartz Wrist Watch
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Vintage Christian Dior quartz watch, blue stone round face, Roman numbers, gold tone, water
Category
1980s French Vintage Watch Face
Baume
Mercier 60s 18K White Gold Watch w/ Diamonds
By Baume
Mercier
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1960s Baume & Mercier 18K white gold ladies watch with diamonds surrounding the face
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Bvlgari Vacheron Constantin Vintage Bulgari Tubogas Gold Diamond Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage Bulgari Tubogas Vacheron Constantin 18k gold triple wrap-around watch with an oval face
Category
1970s Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Hamilton Watch Retro Ladies Wristwatch Diamond 14k White Gold
By Hamilton
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Hamilton watch features an oval-shaped face with a clean silver tone dial and slim numerals. The bezel is
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Hamilton Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Winder Unisex Watch
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
buckle. The face of this watch has made by hamilton but not original for the model , and the crown has
Category
20th Century American Vintage Watch Face
Patek Philippe. A Gold Keyless Lever Pocket Watch C1914
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Patek Philippe. A 14ct Yellow Gold Keyless Lever Louis XVI Style Open Face Pocket Watch C1914
Dial
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Women
s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Movado Watch with Zenith Movement
By Movado
Located in Towson, MD
and eight inches long. The genuine leather strap measures 12mm neat the face of the watch and tapers
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Yellow Gold
Chanel Classic Silver Metal and Stainless Steel Quilted Mademoiselle Watch
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
stainless steel hardware with quartz movement black dial.
- Watch Specifications:
Face: 1.2 x 1.2cm
Case
Category
1990s French Vintage Watch Face
Patek Philippe Gold Keyless Lever Pocket Watch NOS 600 C1964
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Patek Philippe. A Gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch in New Old Stock condition C1964
Dial
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Rare
Important Rolex Precision Keyless Lever Stainless Steel Pocket Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Rolex Precision. A Rare and Important Keyless Lever Stainless Steel Open Face Pocket Watch C1965
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Vacheron Constantin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Squelette Skelitized Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in New York, NY
condition
Weight: 86.5 Grams
Size: Fits Up to 7.2" Wrist
Made in Switzerland
The dial is typically the face
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Ladies 14K Gold Bracelet / Wristwatch
Located in Bronx, NY
with sparkling small diamonds. A ruby cluster watch lid cover conceals the pink watch face created by
Category
1940s American Other Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Gold
Rolex Datejust Diamond Champagne Dial 18K Gold Automatic Ladies Watch 69278
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
buckle. The band of this watch has custom strap, the face has custom dial with 0.25cttw custom diamonds
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Minute Repeater Split Second Chronograph Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New Orleans, LA
, this open face watch is a 17''' one-quarter-plate caliber minute repeater with a split-seconds
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold
Corum $20 Gold US Liberty Coin 18K Yellow Gold Men
s Quartz Watch
By Corum
Located in Birmingham, AL
formed from the face. The textured band and outer case of the watch are made in 18k yellow gold with a
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Enamel Dial, 1921
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch
METAL
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Watch Face
Rolex Submariner Black Matte Patina Dial Steel Automatic Men’s 1983 Watch 16800
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
with a fold over clasp with safety. The band of this watch has slack, the face has patina on hands due
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Rare Rolex Cellini Coral Coloured Dial Yellow Gold Dress Pocket Watch C1970
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Rolex Cellini. A Rare Coral Coloured Dial,18ct Yellow Gold Keyless Lever Dress Open Face Pocket
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 16234 Custom Bezel and Dial 1988 Diamond Automatic Men
s Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
with a fold over clasp. The band of this watch has moderate slack, the face has aftermarket dial, and
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Rolex Datejust 69178 Custom Bezel and MOP Diamond 2cttw Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
fold over clasp. The band of this watch has moderate slack, the face has custom pink mother of pearl
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Frank Muller Long Island 18K White Gold and Diamond Tank Style Quartz Watch
By Franck Muller
Located in Birmingham, AL
This magnificent limited edition Frank Muller watch is completely covered with diamonds to make a
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Submariner 16800 4-Liner Date Black Dial Patina Steel Automatic Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
with a fold over clasp. The face of this watch has minor damage on hands, and only visible under close
Category
1980s Vintage Watch Face
Jaeger-LeCoultre Silver Dial 14 Karat White Gold Diamonds Hand Wind Ladies Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
jewelry clasp. The face of this watch has refinished dial. This watch comes with a gift box and no
Category
1990s Vintage Watch Face
Rolex Datejust 16233 Steel 18K Gold Custom Bezel and Dial Automatic Men
s Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
and closes with a fold over clasp. The face of this watch has aftermarket dial, and the bezel has
Category
1990s Vintage Watch Face
Rolex Datejust 16233 Steel 18K Gold Custom Bezel and Dial Automatic Men
s Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
and closes with a fold over clasp. The face of this watch has aftermarket dial, and the bezel has
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Original Dial, circa 1940s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Watch Face
Rolex Datejust 16233 Steel 18K Gold Custom Bezel and Dial Automatic Men
s Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
and closes with a fold-over clasp. The face of this watch has an aftermarket dial, and the bezel has
Category
1990s Vintage Watch Face
Rolex Datejust 16233 Steel 18K Gold Custom Bezel and Dial Automatic Men
s Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
and closes with a fold-over clasp. The face of this watch has an aftermarket dial, and the bezel has
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Rolex Datejust 16233 Steel 18K Gold Custom Bezel and Dial Automatic Men’s Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
and closes with a fold-over clasp. The face of this watch has an aftermarket dial, and the bezel has
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
1960
s Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Handwound Ref. 2588 Dress Watch - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
pleasing Patek Philippe mens handwound dress watch.
With its understated silver face and timeless case
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Day-Date 18038 18 Karat Gold 1982 Custom MOP Diamond Dial Men
s Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
a folding clasp. The face of this watch has custom mop diamond dial, and the bezel has custom
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Platinum and Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Art Deco Diamond and Ruby Watch
Located in Wailea, HI
trove of precious gemstones, this bracelet is sure to captivate hearts and minds alike.
The watch face
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold
Rolex Daytona 18k Gold Diamond Dot Dial
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
face and automatic movement.
This watch has just had a full Rolex service and will include this paper
Category
1990s Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier-Beuche Girod 1970s Ladies Yellow Gold Enamel Stirrup Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
A Swiss Mid-20th Century enamel and gold watch by Cartier-Bueche Girod. The white oval face watch
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold
Quinn Scheurle Sterling Silver Automatic wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Over the top - black Faced Watch with Heavy silver Bracelet Link. Sterling Silver Wind up
Category
1960s German Modern Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Sterling Silver
Hermès Yellow Gold Tiger
s Eye Wristwatch
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
A gold braided anchor link backwinder watch with round tiger's eye face, in 18k. Georges L'Enfant
Category
1960s French Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Tiger s Eye, 18k Gold
Audemars Piguet for Cartier Lady
s Platinum Diamond Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A diamond dress backwinder watch with a rectangular face and a double row line bracelet with
Category
1950s Modern Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Platinum
Omega Yellow Gold Opal Bracelet Manual Wind Wristwatch, 1980
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
bright Fire Opal Mosaic as is the Face of the watch. 17 jewel mechanical, manual wind Omega movement
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Vacheron Constantin, circa 1990
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Birmingham, AL
This beautiful ladies Vacheron Constantin watch features a white face with diamond markers and a
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980
s Must De Cartier Silver Opaline Dial Quartz
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A study in elegance, precision, and timeless design.
This striking Cartier watch features a
Category
1980s Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Vermeil
Longines Mystery Diamond Gold Wristwatch, circa 1950s
By Longines
Located in Hicksville, NY
Sophistication
Face of Watch crafted in 14 Karat White Gold
Features 13 Diamonds - eight of which are
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Retro Platinum Rose Gold Diamonds Rubies Art Deco Snake Bracelet Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
, protecting the face of the watch, is adorned with three rows of rubies (consisting of four stones in each
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Watch Face
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef
Arpels 8 Days Vintage Brass Silver Dial Hand Wind Table Alarm Clock
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in New York, NY
hand roman numerals style markers. The face of this watch has Crack near center of dial.
Details
Category
1990s Vintage Watch Face
Rolex Ladies Stainless Steel Date White Roman Ref. 6516
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
condition and shows signs of normal wear. There are some marks on the bezel and face. Overall, the watch is
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Swiss Piaget Diamond Jade Emerald 18 Karat Gold Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
stone face. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, with a 17 jewel mechanical manual wind movement, signed
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bueche Girod White Gold Diamond Sapphire Wristwatch
By Bueche Girod
Located in Miami, FL
18k white gold Bueche Girod watch featuring a Lapis face accented by 20 round brilliant cut
Category
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Gucci 18k Yellow Gold Green Enamel Belt Buckle Wristwatch
By Gucci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
pairs with the lush and iconic deep kelly Gucci green. The face of this watch screams sophistication
Category
1970s Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Omega Yellow Gold 6 Jewel Wristwatch, 1982
By Omega
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage Thin 14 Karat Omega 6 Jewel Quartz Watch. The rectangular-faced dial is framed in a gold
Category
1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Watch Face
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Baignoire 18 Karat Rose Gold Extra Large Skeletized Back W8000002
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
where they fell on the curves, lending the face of the watch a surreal, Dalíesque appearance. Also added
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Face
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
18k Gold Van Cleef
Arpels 17 Jewel Stem Wind Wristwatch with Malachite Dial
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Kingston, NY
USA. The watch is signed on the face and on the movement it is signed Van Cleef & Arpels 895 Stem wind
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Vermeil 5057001
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
distinguishes this watch — featuring a clean white face with Arabic numerals instead of the traditional Roman
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Gold Plate
Yellow Gold Open-Faced Pendant Pocket Watch
By Piaget
Located in Roma, IT
Manual winding.
40 mm diameter, 3 mm height. White Quadrant, Roman Numbers
Case in yellow gold 18-karat.
Fully functional, in excellent conditions except a scratch on glass.
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Category
1960s Italian Other Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Gold
"Profile of Time" limited edition bronze table sculpture soft pocket watch green
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
watches, they would have to be soft, or not be at all!”
The soft watch liquefies lamentably over the tree
Category
1980s Surrealist Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Bronze
Bueche Girod 18 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Faced Diamond Watch Bracelet
By Bueche Girod
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Bueche Girod
Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Very Impressive, Rope Crafted
Year of Manufacture: Circa 1940s
Condition: Excellent
Gemstone: Diamond
Diamond Weight: 3CT
Total Weigh...
Category
1940s Unknown Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Elgin Military Issued Watch
Located in Culver City, CA
Elgin military issued watch with beige face, second hand circle.
Category
1940s Vintage Watch Face
Materials
Metal
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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 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 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 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.
- 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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