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Genuine HERMES Windsor GM 31mm Round Quartz Watch White Dial
By Hermès
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Quartz Movement.
The watch is crafted of stainless steel and 18k plated features a white dial, gold
Category
1990s Modern Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Baume
Mercier 87012.9 Riviera 18k Yellow Gold White Dial Watch
By Baume
Mercier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
window at 6 o’clock.
Powered by a reliable quartz movement, this watch is built for everyday convenience
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Men’s Watch Ref. 3954
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
design. Powered by a reliable quartz movement, the watch delivers effortless precision while preserving
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Day-Date 18039 Blue Dial 18K White Gold Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
self-winding movement. This watch is backed by our two year warranty.
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5065A Black Dial Mens Watch Box Papers Archives
By Patek Philippe
Located in Great Neck, NY
movement. This watch comes with original Box. Papers and Archives.This watch is backed by our two year
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Men’s Watch Ref. 3954
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
design. Powered by a reliable quartz movement, the watch delivers effortless precision while preserving
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 69178 Diamond Lapis Dial 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
. Automatic self-winding movement.
This watch is backed by our two year warranty.
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Classic Omega 302 14K White Gold Men
s Wrist Watch
By Omega
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Understated with simple lines, enjoy this classic post-war Omega Men's Wrist Watch. It's round 14K
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Panthere Small Three Row 18K Gold
Stainless Steel Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthère small watch is a sophisticated timepiece that exudes elegance and luxury. It
Category
1990s Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Day Date 18239 White Roman Dial Mens Watch With Box
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
back. Automatic self-winding movement. This watch comes with original Box.
This watch backed by our
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Omega Women’s Watch in 18ct Gold – Manual Wind, Circa 1960s/70s
By Omega
Located in Milano, MI
Elegant Omega women’s watch, crafted in 18ct gold and dating back to around the 1960s/70s. This
Category
1960s Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Gold
Cartier Panthere Three Row 18K Gold
Stainless Steel Large Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
overall robustness of the design. Powered by a reliable quartz movement, this watch combines aesthetic
Category
1990s Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Eska Vintage Women Watch Automatic Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
watch's automatic movement makes it easy to use every day. The dial of this watch proudly bears the words
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,995 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Seiko World Time Automatic Men
s Watch Ref. 6117-6409
By Seiko
Located in New York, NY
automatic movement, this watch is both collectible and practical. Finished with a period-correct stainless
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold 24 mm Ladies Quartz Watch 866969
By Ebel
Located in Dallas, TX
Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold 24 mm Ladies Quartz Watch 866969 - Quartz movement. Beluga. 18k yellow
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Van Cleef
Arels 18k Yellow Gold Manual Wind Watch
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Hicksville, NY
grams
Watch Maker: Van Cleef & Arpels
Movement Maker: Van Cleef & Arpels
Hallmarks: French Hallmarks on
Category
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Yellow Gold
Angelus Stainless Steel Two Register Chronograph Manual Watch, 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
with a high grade movement. The watch is entirely original, case, dial, hands, crown and buttons. The
Category
1940s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega 14k White Gold Diamond Hand Wind Men
s Dress Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
wind movement, this watch embodies the artistry of traditional horology. Completing the look is a black
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
14k Gold
Cartier Vintage Ladies Tank Mechanical French Market Watch - Solid 18K Gold
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
CARTIER Vintage Ladies Tank Mechanical French Market Watch - Solid 18K Gold
Mechanical Movement - 100
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
18k Gold
Corum The Aston Ref 57219 Stainless Steel Men
s Hand Wind Watch
By Corum
Located in New York, NY
classic mechanical craftsmanship. Featuring a 34 mm stainless steel case and a hand-wound movement, the
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
1969 OMEGA SEAMASTER Mens Vintage Cal. 565 Stainless Steel Watch
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1969 OMEGA SEAMASTER Mens Vintage Watch with Automatic Cal. 565 Movement and Royal Blue Dial
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Chanel Gold Première Diamond Quartz Model H0114 Ladies Watch
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Premiere Chaine watch featuring a quartz movement, black dial with baton hands, diamond bezel, 18K yellow
Category
20th Century French Modern Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Piaget Polo Ladies Diamond Watch Ref 8296 C724 – 18K Yellow Gold
Diamonds
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
brilliance and sparkle.
Powered by a Piaget quartz movement, the watch features gold-tone hands, a sapphire
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Gubelin Stainless Steel Valjoux 72 Chronograph Doctors Pulsation Watch, 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
SERVICE COMMITMENT
This chronograph wrist watch is the exact same movement used by Patek Philippe in
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Calatrava 2568/1 18K Yellow Gold Mens Watch With Archives
By Patek Philippe
Located in Great Neck, NY
case back. Mechanical hand-winding movement. This watch comes with Archives.This watch is backed by our
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Rolex Oyster Royal Precision Model 6426 34mm Watch Circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Providence, RI
, embodying mid-century minimalism. Powered by a manual wind Rolex movement, the watch showcases the brand’s
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Watch Movement
Rare Piaget Polo Diamond Quartz Unisex Watch in 18K Yellow Gold
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
1980s watch has a quartz movement. Comes with original box.
Movement: Quartz
Metal: 18K yellow gold
Category
1980s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940
s MOVADO Vintage Triple Calendar SS Steel "Calendograph" Watch - Warranty
By Movado
Located in Suwanee, GA
layer of physical protection.
Powering it is an in-house Movado movement, the watch possesses
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Nautilus 3700/1A Blue Dial Steel Mens Watch With Archives
By Patek Philippe
Located in Great Neck, NY
. Stainless steel case back. Automatic self winding movement. This watch comes with Archives.This watch is
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Universal Genève Tri Compax Chronograph Ref 222100, Rare Collectors Watch
By Universal Genève
Located in Antwerp, BE
mm Stainless Steel
A rare Universal TRI-COMPAX chronograph watch.
The movement and case of this
Category
20th Century Artisan Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
I.W.C. Schaffhausen Steel High Grade Automatic Watch, circa 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
famous automatic movement. The watch keeps excellent time and is suitable for all types of occasions. It
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Steel
CHAUMET Paris 18k Yellow Gold
Stainless Steel Griffith Quartz Watch
Located in New York, NY
Quartz movement, this watch ensures precise timekeeping, while its 34.7g weight provides a balanced feel
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Owned
Used By Mickey Rooney - Crazy for You Watch, Script
Jacket
Located in Suwanee, GA
jacket has a brown leather collar.
Powering the watch is a quartz movement that never needs to be wound
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
18K White Gold Mauboussin Sultan of Brunei Diamond, Coral
Amethyst Dial Watch
By Mauboussin
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
reliable quartz battery movement, this watch combines luxurious aesthetics with functionality, making it a
Category
1990s Contemporary Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
18k Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Vintage 18K White Gold Ladies Watch – Diamond Bezel, Swiss
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Miami, FL
movement, this watch embodies the craftsmanship and luxury that define Jaeger-LeCoultre’s legacy.
A
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
18kt Yellow Octagonal Gold Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Pocket Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt Yellow Gold Octagonal Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Pocket Watch
Reference: 5691BA
Calibre: 5020
Category
1980s Artisan Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Gondolo White Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Ladies Watch 4972G
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe Gondolo White Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Ladies Watch 4972G - Quartz movement
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Bucherer 33mm Manual Wind 18K Gold On Leather Watch Ref 50030
By Bucherer
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage classic 33mm Bucherer reference 50030, 17 jewels, watch featuring a manual wind movement
Category
20th Century Art Deco Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
18k Gold
Harry Winston
Avenue
Classic Aurora MOP Diamond And Sapphire Wrist Watch
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
White Gold.
Crafted in 18k white gold. Quartz movement. The watch
features rectangular mother-of-pearl
Category
Late 20th Century American Artist Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
0.75 Carat Ruby 0.52 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Watch - Vintage 1964
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
watch is fitted with a manual wind Bueche Girod, Swiss movement.
This stunning watch is supplied with
Category
1960s European Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Longines Yellow Gold Keyless Lever Slim Half Hunter Pocket Watch
By Longines
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Longines 18ct yellow gold keyless lever slim half hunter pocket watch retailed by Mappin & Webb
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron
Constantin Yellow Gold Late Art Deco Manual Winding Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Long Beach, CA
movement.
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This is an impressive and rare watch by the premier old house of
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch Movement
1957 IWC Vintage Mens Full Size Watch, Cal. 8521 Automatic - Stainless Steel
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
similar watch with the same movement series in gold was worn by Charlie Chaplin.
Detailed Appraisal
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
LeCoultre Ladies 18 Karat Rose Gold Back Wind Watch, circa 1950s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: LeCoultre Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Backwinding
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Day Date 18239 President 18K White Gold Diamond Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
gold case back. Automatic self-winding movement. This watch backed by our two year warranty.
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
1964 Omega Vintage Mens Cal. 560 Stainless Steel Watch, Automatic, Date
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring
Movement markings: Omega Watch Co., Swiss, 17
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Antique Carlto Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Bracelet Dress Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
6.25 inches. Swiss made, with a 17 jewel Swiss movement, the watch is a working mechanical winder. The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1940
s Tiffany
Co. Vintage Triple Calendar Mens 14K Gold Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Suwanee, GA
& Co. by Movado Calendograph. Powered by a complicated Movado movement, the watch tracks the date, day
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
1971 Omega Constellation "C" Chronometer Vintage Mens Calendar Date Watch - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
1969 Breitling Top Time Vintage Aviator
s Panda Dial Chronograph Watch - SS
By Breitling
Located in Suwanee, GA
Movement markings: Breitling Watch Co.
Movement type: Cal. 178, copper-colored, 17 jewels, straight-line
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Jaeger LeCoultre Watch 18 Karat Yellow Gold Manual Wind 922621
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
wrist watch has a manual movement with a round 18 karat yellow gold case measuring 33mm x 33mm.
With a
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1973 Omega Constellation "C" Chronometer Vintage Mens Calendar Date Watch - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Day Date 1803 Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
-winding chronometer movement. This watch comes with original Box and Papers.
This watch is backed by our
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Omega De Ville Two-Tone Stainless Steel
18K Gold Quartz Women’s Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
, highlighting Omega’s iconic design heritage. Powered by a precise Swiss quartz movement, this watch combines
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega Seamaster De Ville 14k Yellow Gold Automatic Men
s Watch LL6590-1
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
champagne dial with applied gold markers and classic dauphine hands. Powered by an automatic movement, the
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
14k Gold
Vintage Gubelin 14mm Watch 18k Yellow Gold Diamond
Emerald Link Bracelet
By Gubelin
Located in Montclair, NJ
This stunning vintage ladies' Gubelin wrist watch features a 14mm solid 18k yellow gold square
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Chopard Blue Lapis Lazuli 18K Gold 26mm Vintage Watch Circa 1970s
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
movement watch runs well and is in nice condition with only gentle use. All the stamps and hallmarks are
Category
1970s Baroque Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
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Vintage Watch Movement For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact vintage watch movement you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Silver and Sterling Silver. Our collection of these items for sale includes 32 vintage editions and 9 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a vintage watch movement from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a vintage watch movement has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Omega, Alex Jona and Cartier are consistently popular. Take a look at a vintage watch movement featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a brilliant cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and single cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our vintage watch movement for sale are for men, but there are 20 pieces available to browse for women.
How Much is a Vintage Watch Movement?
The price for a vintage watch movement starts at $175 and tops out at $12,508 with these watches, on average, selling for $1,637.
Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You
Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.
Questions About Vintage Watch Movement
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024Yes, there is an American watch movement. In fact, there are multiple movements made in the USA. One is the Ameriquartz movement, a battery-driven quartz movement manufactured by Arizona-based maker Fine Timepiece Solutions for VAER watches. Another is the Caliber 1003 mechanical wind movement, created by Weis and produced in Nashville, Tennessee. Find a diverse assortment of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023What specific type of movement is on a Gucci watch varies. Generally, Gucci uses only high-quality Swiss quartz movements in all of their timepieces. On 1stDibs, find a range of Gucci watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024Michele watches use a wide range of movements. For some of its high-end watches, the brand produces the movements at its Swiss atelier, while others feature movements crafted by other Swiss makers. Michele has incorporated specific movements into its timepieces, including the ETA 2824-2, the Sellita SW200 and the Ronda 515. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Michele watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bremont recently unveiled its new movement, the ENG300. The movement is a 65-hour automatic with a silicon escapement manufactured at Bremont’s watchmaking factory ‘The Wing’. You can shop a collection of authentic Bremont watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Yes, Tiffany makes their own watch movements. In 1874, Tiffany Co. established a watchmaking factory in Geneva, Switzerland, to hand-assemble their own highly precise, advanced movements and hand settings. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Tiffany Co. watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most Rolex watches do not have quartz movement, instead they use a Perpetual rotor to power the watch. There were a couple of Rolex watch models that used quartz movement, the most popular being the Rolex Oysterquartz. The Oysterquartz is no longer in production, but it can be found in the second-hand market.. Find Rolex watches, including the rare Oysterquartz, on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Who makes Cartier watch movements varies. The luxury maker does produce some of its movements in-house, such as the 1904 MC, the 1847 MC and the 1917 MC. In addition, it has also utilized movements manufactured by other makers, including ETA, Piaget, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Audemars Piguet, Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier, Rolex and Girard-Perregaux. Find a diverse assortment of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024Who makes Tiffany watch movements varies. Many of the movements in Tiffany Co. timepieces come from the luxury maker's own atelier, which is located in Geneva, Switzerland. However, Tiffany Co. has also sourced select movements from well-known manufacturers. For example, Dubois Dépraz crafted the movement in the CT60 Calendar Limited Edition, and Artime developed the Caliber AFT24T01 movement found in some Tiffany tourbillon watches. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Tiffany Co. watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024Yes, most Zodiac watch movements are made in-house. Its timepieces typically feature STP mechanical movements, which it produces at its own manufacture in Switzerland. One standout movement is the STP 3-1, which carries certification from the Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres (COSC) for reliability and has a swan neck for easy setting. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Zodiac Watch Company watches.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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.
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From Elizabeth Taylor to Zendaya, the Serpenti has been the accessory of choice for generations of it girls.
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1950 Metal Desk
70s Cushions
Tiger Buckle
Double Sided Pocket Watch
Hermes 1999 Collection
Hermes Enamel Watches
Juvenia 18k Gold Watch
Longines Gold 18 Karat
Mechanical Tissot Watch
Mens Gold Watch Patek Phillipe
Omega Vintage 80s
Patek Philippe Hunter Case
Rolex 14270
Rolex 17 Jewel Movement
Rolex 1969 Explorer
Rolex Bubble Back 1940s
Rolex Calendar Watch
Rolex Datejust 1985