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1950s Diamonds Leather Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold Flamor Ladies Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
set with diamonds all around.
Numbered 2185.
Hand-wound mechanical watch.
Light gray background.
Black
Category
1950s French Retro Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cushion Shaped Watch, circa 1960s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
a great watch to hand down to your next generation.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Sterling Silver Dial Art Deco Manual Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Long Beach, CA
watches. The case is hand constructed in heavy 18Kt. gold. The dial is made from a solid silver sheet
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch Hands
Vintage Patek Philippe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe for Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
has a manual/hand winding movement.
The watch is approx. 46 mm in diameter and 58.2 mm in length with
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Yellow Gold
1940
s Patek Phillipe 18K Rose Gold Square Ladies Handwinding Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Patek Phillipe Ladies 18K Rose Gold Hand Winding Watch
This vintage watch is from the 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Screw Back Bracelet Manual Watch, circa 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
.
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This is a unique Patek Philippe bracelet watch, it is entirely hand
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Yellow Gold
Bulgari 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tubogas Serpenti Flex Band Wristwatch Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
crystal cover over a black watch face accented by gold hands and numerical markers
With a polished gold
Category
1990s Italian Contemporary Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1970s Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Berney Blondeau Lady
s Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
: 0.20 carat approximately.
Hand-wound mechanical watch.
Length : 17,5 cm approximately, inner
Category
1970s French Retro Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 1970s Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Berney Blondeau Lady
s Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
: 0.20 carat approximately.
Hand-wound mechanical watch.
Length : 17,5 cm approximately, inner
Category
1970s French Retro Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Omega Seamaster Diver 300m Steel Blue Wave Dial Automatic Watch 2532.80.00
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Vintage Omega Seamaster Professional Steel Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch 2532.80.00
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Vintage Omega Stainless Steel Gray Dial Manual Winding Mens Watch 135.041
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Watch Dial, Hands, and Index Hour Markers Show Visible Damages, aftermarket bracelet. Some damage son
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Rolex Datejust 18K Gold Steel Champagne Dial Automatic Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Gold Steel Champagne Dial Automatic Ladies Watch 69173. The Watch
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Rolex Datejust 18k Gold Steel Champagne Dial Automatic Mens Watch 16013
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Rolex Datejust 36mm 18k Gold Steel Champagne Dial Automatic Men's Watch 16013. Minor
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady Date Steel Silver Dial Automatic Watch 6517
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Vintage watch. Patina on the dial and hands. This watch was manufactured in 1964.
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Steel
Birks and Sons Ladies White Gold Art Deco Manual Watch, circa 1930s
By Birks and Son
Located in Long Beach, CA
little watch is entirely hand constructed in 18Kt white gold and is hand engraved. Birks was the premier
Category
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch Hands
Patek Philippe 18 Karat Gold Ladies Full Length Bracelet Watch, circa 1990s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
watch looks absolutely new and is full length. This watch has a hand constructed link bracelet and being
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Orange Hand "Steve McQueen" Explorer II by Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Stainless Steel Orange Hand "Steve McQueen" Explorer II by Rolex - Box & papers, A must have for
Category
1970s Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe 18Kt. Gold Quartz Bracelet Watch from 1981 with Original Document
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
need to wind this watch, just pick it up and put it on. This is the watch you want hand down in your
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Patek Philippe 18 Karat Gold Bracelet Watch with Original Dial, circa 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Ladies Dress Style Bracelet Watch
METAL
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Vacheron Constantin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tonneau Shape Ultra Thin Dress Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Long Beach, CA
COMMITMENT
This classic high grade hand made watch is in nearly new condition. It is fitted with an ultra
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Cellini Hand-Wound Yellow Gold, Ref. 606
By Rolex
Located in Palm Beach, FL
1970s Rolex Cellini wristwatch (ref. 5330/8), featuring the Rolex Caliber 1600 mechanical hand
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron Constantin 18k Gold Round 17j Mechanical Wrist Watch 4071 P453/3B
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Montclair, NJ
during the 1950's. The watch features the hand-winding, 17 jewel, Vacheron Constantin caliber P453/3B
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pierre Cardin 1971 by Jaeger Lecoultre Retro Wrist Watch in Stainless
Gold
Located in Miami, FL
all are mechanical watches fitted with hand wind Jaeger.
Movement: Jaeger LeCoultre manual mechanical
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Crystal, Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega Constellation Steel Day-Date Black Dial Mens Watch 396.1070/1080
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
dings and Dents. The Watch Minutes and Hours Hands Have Minor Visible Blemishes. No Original Box and
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Pierre Cardin 1971 by Jaeger LeCoultre PC110 Retro Wrist Watch Stainless Steel
Located in Miami, FL
, all of them are very rare and all are mechanical watches fitted with hand wind Jaeger.
Movement
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Crystal, Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 18K Yellow Gold Steel Blue Dial Mens Automatic Watch 16613
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
dial has Minor dirt. dirt and rust on hands. The Watch Bezel Shows Minor Dings as Seen in the Pictures
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
1944 Universal Geneve Aero-Compax Mens Vintage WWII Era Aviator
s Watch - SS
By Universal Genève
Located in Suwanee, GA
numerals, and elegant blued steel feuille hands.
This watch was almost certainly made while World War II
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pierre Cardin 1971 by Jaeger Lecoultre Retro PC103 Squared Wrist Watch Stainless
Located in Miami, FL
are very rare and all are mechanical watches fitted with hand wind Jaeger.
Movement: Jaeger LeCoultre
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Pierre Cardin 1971 by Jaeger LeCoultre PC107 Retro Bubble Wrist Watch Stainless
Located in Miami, FL
, all of them are very rare and all are mechanical watches fitted with hand wind Jaeger.
Movement
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Crystal, Steel, Stainless Steel
ROLEX Ref 1655 Explorer II "Straight Hand" 1st Series
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
, recognized for its original design with big orange 24-hour hand. A true tool watch with satin finish
Category
1970s Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Stainless Steel
Steve Mcqueen
Orange-hand Explorer II By Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Stainless Steel Orange-Hand Explorer II by Rolex
Category
1970s Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Stainless Steel
Steve McQueen
Orange Hand Explorer II by Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
'Steve McQueen' Orange Hand Explorer II by Rolex - Stainless Steel, ref #1655, amazing condition
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Stainless Steel
Nicolet Solid White Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Period Bracelet, circa 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Nicolet Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco
METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt Solid
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch Hands
Bvlgari Tubogas 18K Tri Tone BB 19 1T Serpenti Round Black Dial Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Switzerland
Quartz movement, hour, minute
Black dial, gold hands
Watch case and original, flexible bracelet of
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe 18 Karat Gold Watch with Original Gold Mesh Bracelet, circa 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
.
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This classic men's (or ladies) dress watch is entirely hand constructed by the
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Tiffany
Co. Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Square Watch with Mesh Bracelet- 1960
s
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
running and keeping accurate time.
Watch face and hands are in excellent condition.
Very light scratches
Category
1960s Modern Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 18k Gold Art Deco Tank Watch, from 1950 with Archival Document
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
genuine Patek Philippe. The document is shown in the last image. This is a perfect watch to hand down for
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pierre Cardin 1971 by Jaeger Lecoultre Pc-123 Retro Wrist Watch in Stainless
Located in Miami, FL
them are very rare and all are mechanical watches fitted with hand wind Jaeger.
Movement: Jaeger
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Silver
Bvlgari Tubogas 18K Tri Tone BB 19 1T Serpenti Round Black Dial Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Switzerland
Quartz movement, hour, minute
Black dial, gold hands
Watch case and original, flexible bracelet of
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex 1970s Vintage Texan Beta 21 Yellow Gold Champagne Dial 5100 Quartz Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
. This, in addition to the beta 21 sweeping seconds hand makes this watch the ultimate collector’s item.
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Submariner Holes 18 Karat Holes Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch 16613
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned condition with a slight slack on the bracelet. Watch has a clean bezel, dial, and hands
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Rolex Datejust Holes 18 Karat Yellow Gold Steel Honeycomb Dial Men’s Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
missing from it, fit 6.75 inches wrist. Watch has clean hands, clean rare honeycomb dial and sharp fluted
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Original Hands Wristwatch Ref 4377
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
subtleties. The large original hands framed in blued steel are striking and an ideal compliment to the bold
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage French 1.25 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Watch by Boucheron, circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
.
The unusual textured design has a square shaped watch face, with square ended hands.
The crown/winder
Category
1950s French Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Omega Geneve Chronostop Wristwatch, Patinated Dial/Hands, Circa 1968
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
original and lightly patinated dial and hands. A quality non branded stainless steel mesh effect bracelet
Category
1960s Vintage Watch Hands
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 Hands
Pierre Cardin 1971 by Jaeger LeCoultre PC105 Retro Round Wrist Watch in Stainles
Located in Miami, FL
are very rare and all are mechanical watches fitted with hand wind Jaeger.
Movement: Jaeger LeCoultre
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel
Pierre Cardin 1971 by Jaeger Lecoultre PC-102 Retro Round Wrist Watch Stainless
Located in Miami, FL
and all are mechanical watches fitted with hand wind Jaeger.
Movement: Jaeger LeCoultre, manual
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Crystal, Steel, Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe 18 Karat, Yellow Gold Open Faced Art Deco Pocket Watch circa 1941
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
This classic open faced pocket watch was produced entirely by hand. This high grade caliber movement
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch Hands
Audemars Piguet Yellow Gold Philosophique Single Hand manual wind Wristwatch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s unusual one hand Audemars Piguet Philosophique wrist watch. 26.5mm 18K Yellow Gold case
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Turn-o-Graph Watch Sold by Serpico y Laino
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
The ultimate sport watch-dress watch hybrid, complete with killer hands and markers, a pie pan dial
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Straight Hand Explorer II Sold by Joyeria Riviera circa 1975
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Absolutely one of the best orange hand ref. 1655 Explorer II we have ever seen, this watch has
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Speedking with Original Dial and Hands from 1947
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Speedking / Reference 4220
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1940s Swiss Modernist Vintage Watch Hands
Omega Seamaster 300 Automatic Wristwatch,
Big Triangle Sword Hands" Yr 1968.
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
165.024 with desirable big triangle dial with sword hands. Reference 165.024 is powered by a cal 552
Category
1960s Vintage Watch Hands
Rolex Stainless Steel Orange Hand Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
For the purist who, like most collectors in today's market, prefers an unpolished case, we are pleased to offer this "Steve McQueen" Rolex Explorer II in original condition. Unspoile...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Audemars Piguet 18k Yellow Gold Cobra Model 624 Diamond Markers
Hands
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
aftermarket crystals. The original maker of the watch is not under any obligation to service watches sold by
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Hands
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Speedking with Custom Colored Dial and Gilt Hands from 1962
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Speedking / Reference 6431
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1960s Swiss Modernist Vintage Watch Hands
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Vintage Watch Hands For Sale on 1stDibs
Find an expansive variety of vintage watch hands available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Silver — can elevate any look. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 20th Century. Modern and Contemporary are consistently popular styles when it comes to vintage watch hands. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Rolex, Omega and Patek Philippe produced popular versions that are worth a look. Browse our collection of 2 Diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. There are many round cut vintage watch hands for sale. There aren’t many items for women in our collection of vintage watch hands, as most of the options available are for men.
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Prices for vintage watch hands can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $221 and can go as high as $37,500, while vintage watch hands, on average, fetch $2,297.
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.
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Questions About Vintage Watch Hands
- Are Breguet watches hand made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Partially. Breguet watches are crafted both by hand and by machine. The process is unique to each kind of watch, though much of the finishing of each timepiece is done by hand by Swiss-bases artisans. Browse a collection of authentic Breguet 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The gold content of a vintage watch will depend on the make and model of the watch. Gold is a popular choice for luxury watches due to its finish and yellow-golden hue that can be achieved through gold or gold-plated bands. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The easiest way to determine if a watch is vintage is to look for a date on the back. If the date is more than 20 years old, the timepiece would be considered vintage. If a watch lacks a date, a certified appraiser has the knowledge and experience needed to determine its age. Find a variety of watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a vintage-style watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024A vintage-style watch is a contemporary timepiece with a design that draws inspiration from watches produced in previous eras. To be considered a vintage watch rather than a vintage-style watch, a timepiece must be at least 20 years old. Antique watches are at least 100 years old. Explore a wide variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024All Elgin watches are at least vintage, if not antiques. In the 1960s, the Elgin National Watch Company discontinued its watch production, and by the 1980s, the Elgin brand was phased out completely by the company it had previously merged with. Since any timepiece between 20 and 99 years old is vintage, many Elgin watches fall under that category. Any Elgin watch that is 100 years old or older is antique. You can identify an antique Elgin watch using the serial number, which you'll find inside the movement. By cross-referencing the serial number found on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources, you can identify its year of production. If your watch doesn't have a serial number, it was likely produced in the 18th century, making it an antique. If you'd like assistance with dating your watch, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of Elgin watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To identify your vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. Those made before 1944 have seven-digit numbers; from 1944 on, the numbers have eight digits. On vintage models, the serial number is engraved on the inside of the case back.You can cross-reference this number online to find out what model your watch is. Explore a wide variety of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wind a vintage Omega watch by twisting the crown at the side in a clockwise direction. Stop winding once you feel the movement of the crown stop. Browse a range of authenticated vintage and contemporary Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024To identify a vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. On most vintage timepieces, this number appears on the inside of the caseback. By cross-referencing the number with the information provided by trusted online resources, you can learn what model your watch is and discover other details like its ownership history. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Omega watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Seiko watches include a few different identifying marks. Before 1970, serial numbers were seven digits, and limited-edition models had a piece number. Modern Seiko watches have a six-digit serial number, which includes the manufacturing date. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Seiko watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify a vintage Hamilton watch, grab a magnifying glass and look for its model number, serial number and case number. Most timepieces produced by Hamilton will display one, two or all three of these numbers. The model and case numbers generally appear on the back of the case, and you can usually find the serial number on the lugs. You can enter these numbers into the search tool on the National Association of Watch Clock Collectors's official website to learn about your watch's age, style name and other characteristics. If you have any difficulty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of vintage Hamilton watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To date a vintage LeCoultre watch, the best approach is to use the serial number. You can cross-reference the number on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources to determine its year of production. The serial number appears on the watch's movement, so it's necessary to remove the case back to examine it. If you're unfamiliar with how to do this safely, you may wish to have an authorized repair person open your watch. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Jaeger-LeCoultre watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can check if your vintage Omega watch is the real deal by cross-referencing the serial number stamped on the watch. The serial number is seven to eight digits long, and if it doesn’t match the company’s database, this is a serious red flag that can indicate that the piece is fake. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, some old vintage watches are worth something. There is often a market for vintage pieces from well-known watchmakers, such as Patek Philippe, Omega, Rolex, TAG Heuer, Audemars Piguet, Longines and Breitling. Generally, the maker, type, materials, age and condition will largely determine the potential value of a vintage timepiece. If you'd like to find out how much your watch may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. Explore a variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Many watch lovers believe that vintage Cartier watches are a good investment. French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the best-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, many people only used pocket watches.) Louis Cartier designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to check the time more easily while flying. Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, inspired by the linear forms of World War I military tanks, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Cartier watches is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Cartier watches and other watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The best vintage Omega timepiece to buy is largely a matter of personal preference. The Seamaster and Speedmaster are two timeless options available in a variety of finishes and styles. No matter which watch you choose, only buy from a reputable dealer or online platform to ensure you receive an authentic timepiece. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To authenticate a vintage Cartier watch, remove the case back and you’ll see the brand name inscribed. “CARTIER” is located at the seven o’clock or ten o’clock markers and “SWISS MADE” under the six o’clock marker on genuine watches. Counterfeiters often omit these details or even spell the brand name wrong. Cartier watches have a substantial weight due to the high quality materials used to craft the timepiece, and a lightweight watch could be an indication that your piece is a fake. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of genuine Cartier timepieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell if a vintage Gucci watch is real, look for a serial number on the back of the case and/or on the original box if you have it. Then, contact Gucci customer service by phone for assistance with authentication. If you are unable to find a serial number, the best approach is likely to take the timepiece to a knowledgeable appraiser who can authenticate the item. Find a range of Gucci watches on 1stDibs.
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