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Rolex Datejust Steel-Gold 36mm
By Rolex
Located in Berlin, BE
This watch is in excellent condition and has undergone a thorough revision and overhaul, ensuring
Category
1970s Swiss Aesthetic Movement Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Gold, Steel
Movado Diamond White Gold Wristwatch 1970S
By Movado
Located in Geneva, CH
dimensions: 1.70 x 0.90 centimeters.
Weight: 31.88 grams.
We do not guarantee the movement is working.
Category
1970s Aesthetic Movement Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
10K Yellow Gold Omega Century Gold and Black Vintage, Circa 1956, Deco, Retro
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
back …
Ronson long service award, Dec 1956
Original case, dials an crown
Manual Winding Watch
The
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Aesthetic Movement Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,752 Sale Price
40% Off
Vintage Retro Maison Sasportas 18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Watch Necklace
By Sasportas
Located in New York, NY
to open as a locket for storing a cherished memento.
Note: The necklace was made to have a watch
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ladies Rolex w/ Diamond Sapphire
Emerald in 18K w/ Clips
By Rolex
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
(pictured). The watch features a windup mechanical movement. It is 6.50 inches in length. Offered by
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega 18 Karat Gold Constellation Observatory Chronometer, circa 1950-1960
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
COMMITMENT
This is one of Omega's legendary watches, the Constellation. The watch is adjusted to 5 positions
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
18k Gold
ROLEX Estate 18K/Stainless Steel Lady Datejust Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Narberth, PA
", "STEELINOX" and "63113". The watch has an automatic movement. The piece is accompanied by its original box
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Omega Constellation 1966 Calibre 551 box and papers
By Omega
Located in London, GB
watch the way we do. Sold in the UK in August 1966 the serial number (2446XXXX) gives us a year of
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Steel
Ebel Lady
s Gold and Diamond Cocktail Wristwatch In 18k
By Ebel
Located in New York, NY
Ebel Lady's Gold and Diamond Cocktail Wristwatch In 18k Yellow Gold. Mechanical Movement. The watch
Category
Late 20th Century European Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold 18K Wristwatch 1960S
By Patek Philippe
Located in Geneva, CH
.
We do not guarantee the functioning of this watch.
Please note that the movement has not been checked
Category
1960s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1985 Rolex Lady-Datejust Wristwatch in 18k Yellow Gold Ref: 69068
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
, and powered by an automatic movement. This watch remains in excellent condition.
Please note that
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Cartier Pasha W3004856 Automatic 18k Yellow Gold W/Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
watch operates on automatic movement and is protected by sapphire crystal glass. We offer professional
Category
1990s Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
18k Gold
1950
s SWISS DATE-O-GRAPH Vintage Mens Triple Date Calendar - 18K Gold Plated
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Vintage Cartier Tank Paris 18K Yellow Gold
Pave Dial Bezel Box
Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Paris Ladies Watch. 24mm 18K yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel. Factory pave
Category
1970s Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Panthere Large 18K Yellow Gold Silver Roman Dial W/Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
, it has a sapphire crystal and an 18K yellow gold case back. The watch operates with a quartz movement
Category
1990s Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
18k Gold
Van Cleef
Arpels Diamond Bezel Chevron Dial
18K White
Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
shape with a 19 mm face. The watch showcases a quartz movement and is adorned with round white diamonds
Category
1970s Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Baume
Mercier – Vintage 1950s – 18ct Yellow Gold
By Baume
Mercier
Located in London, GB
appreciate its depth and charm.
Powered by a manual wind movement, this watch will be sold fully serviced
Category
1950s European Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Yellow Gold
Blancpain Villeret Annual Complete Calendar 18k Yellow Gold Moonphase 5395
By Blancpain
Located in London, GB
and timeless design. Made in Switzerland by Blancpain, this automatic mechanical movement watch exudes
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Yellow Gold
1972 Omega De Ville Vintage Mens Large Retro Automatic with Blue Vignette Dial
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
, shock resistant
Movement markings: Omega Watch Co., 1481, Swiss
Jewels: 17 rubies
Beat frequency
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Must de Cartier Tank Burgundy Dial Manual Wind Vermeil 1981
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
scratches but has been left untouched to preserve authenticity.
Powered by a manual wind movement, the
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Vermeil, Silver
1955 Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox Vintage Mens Wrist Alarm, 10K Gold Filled
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Suwanee, GA
Motor Co. Watch - High Quality Movement - 1 Year Warranty
Today's offering showcases this rare and very
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Gold-filled
Favre-Leuba Bivouac Reference 53213 Altimeter Barometer
By Favre-Leube
Located in New York, NY
original silver dial, a black bezel, and a manual wind movement. These watches were used by alpinists
Category
1960s Vintage Watch Movement
GIRARD-PERREGAUX Late Retro 14k Men
s Wristwatch
By Girard Perragaux
Located in Narberth, PA
wear, there is no apparent damage to the white gold setting or to the movement. The watch band is
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
14k Gold
1959 Rolex Vintage Mens Early Datejust, Ref. 6605 - Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
movement.
The watch has a great classic early Datejust look and the differences between standard 1601's
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil with Red Lacquer Dial – Mechanical
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
-shaped hands.
Powered by a mechanical hand-wound movement, this watch combines classic Cartier aesthetics
Category
1980s Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rolex GMT-Master Rare Nipple Tropical Dial 1675
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
hands that harmonise perfectly with the dial and markers.
Powered by a self-winding movement, the watch
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Ebel 1911 Ladies Wristwatch – 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Leather Strap 879901
By Ebel
Located in Berlin, DE
Timeless elegance – the Ebel 1911 ladies’ watch combines luxurious materials with clean lines and
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
ROLEX Estate 18k Lady Datejust Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Narberth, PA
small carving of a woman's side profile, and an "18K" purity mark. The watch has an automatic movement
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alfred Dunhill “Millennium” Moon‑Phase Triple Calendar Chronograph
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in Lisboa, PT
automatic El Primero movement, the watch offers a sophisticated array of complications, including a triple
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Breguet Classique Chronograph 18k Yellow Gold 3237BA
By Breguet
Located in Mayfair, London, London
by a sapphire crystal.
Powered by a renowned manual-winding Lemania chronograph movement, the watch
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Daytona 18k Gold With Black Face
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 Movement
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Santos Ronde Large 34mm Stainless Steel – Automatic W20026K1
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
movement, this watch delivers both elegance and reliable performance. A perfect choice for collectors and
Category
1990s Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Gorgeous 14K Yellow Gold Cartier For Concord Manual Winding
By Cartier
Located in Media, PA
This is a fantastic 14 karat yellow gold Cartier watch but the movement is by Concord. Watch is
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Kt Gold Omega Automatic, Caliber 501, from 1958
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Solid Gold Automatic Omega Wrist Watch from 1958with back engraving
Movement : Mechanical
Category
20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Gold
TAG HEUER Formula 1 WAZ1210
By TAG Heuer
Located in London, GB
. All parts of the watch and movement are original, and we estimate this watch to be from the mid 90’s
Category
1990s Vintage Watch Movement
Chopard Diamond Gold 18K Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Geneva, CH
and white gold tone Roman numerals and index markers. The watch has a quartz movement.
It is signed
Category
1990s European Art Deco Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Rare Bulgari Yellow Gold Tubogas Serpenti Vintage Central Dial w Papers
By Bulgari
Located in Milano, IT
central movement watch. This manual winding movement watch has a round head and black dial. An iconic
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Longines Tiffany
Co. Diamond Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Longines
Located in Stamford, CT
Movement: 8030106 Longines Watch Co 17 Jewels Swiss 23Z
Please Note, we photograph each item as accurately
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Chopard Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Geneva, CH
16.50 centimeters.
Total weight: 50.98 grams.
We do not guarantee the functioning of this watch.
Please
Category
Late 20th Century European Retro Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari BB 30 GSD Stainless Steel and 18k Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Geneva, CH
, sapphire crystal glass and quartz movement.
We do not guarantee the functioning of this watch.
Please
Category
1990s Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Omega 18Kt Pink Gold Bumper Automatic circa 1940
s with Waffle Dial
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
"Bumper" Automatic Movement. The watch is still fitted with its original Waffle Finish Dial and Original
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual Deepsea 6332
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
.
Fitted with plastic glass and a self-winding automatic movement. The watch is bound together by a riveted
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
IWC Stainless Steel Men
s Wristwatch Circa 1940
s
Located in Stamford, CT
: International Watch Co Swiss
All of our pre-owned watches have been fully serviced and come with a one year
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
Rolex Vintage Datejust Yellow Gold Red 6104
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
plastic glass and a self-winding automatic movement, the watch is presented on a brown leather generic
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 18kt. Rose Gold Late Art Deco Round Original Dial from 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
This classic watch by the renowned house of Patek Philippe
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch Movement
Rolex Vintage Explorer Honeycomb Dial 6298
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
markers and Arabic numerals 3, 6, and 9. Fitted with plastic glass and a self-winding automatic movement
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual Steel and Yellow Gold 18K
By Rolex
Located in Geneva, CH
: approximately 15.70 centimeters.
Total weight: 49.38 grams.
We do not guarantee the functioning of this watch
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust Rare Lapis Pyramid Dial Diamond Set 69138
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
with a sapphire crystal and self-winding automatic movement, the watch is brought together by a
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany
Co. Rose Gold Universal Genève Midcentury Wristwatch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Inside case: Universal Geneve 109192 1064313 18k 750 119
Movement: Universal Watch Co 264 17 jewels
All
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Baume
Mercier Vintage Avant-Garde Stainless Steel Wristwatch
By Baume
Mercier
Located in Geneva, CH
centimeters.
Total weight: 55.44 grams.
We do not guarantee the functioning of this watch.
Please note that
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Breitling 44mm Black Dial Chronomat 1884 In 18K Yellow Gold With Box
Papers
By Breitling
Located in Miami, FL
tachymeter. 42 power reserve with 5463 automatic movement.
This watch has a nicely heavy feel on the wrist
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Accutron Astronaut l 71690 M3 (1963)
By Accutron
Located in London, GB
tuning folk technology that won Bulova this prestigious accolade and so this watch and its movement
Category
1960s European Vintage Watch Movement
Omega Cocktail Gold Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Geneva, CH
not guarantee the functioning of this watch.
Please note that the movement has not been checked and
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
PIAGET Lady
s Wristwatch in 18K Gold paved with Diamonds
By Piaget
Located in Paris, FR
Width: 2 cm on the dial
Gross Weight: 84 g
Quartz movement, the watch is in working condition
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 36mm Cream Boiler Gauge Dial 16030
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
crystal and a self-winding automatic movement. The watch is presented on a Jubilee bracelet with an Oyster
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Stainless Steel
Tudor Oyster Royal 7934
By Tudor
Located in London, GB
.
1156 Calibre manual wind movement.
A clear inscription on the back reads that this watch was presented
Category
1960s European Vintage Watch Movement
Materials
Steel
$3,286
Altair New Old Stock Gold Filled Automatic Wristwatch from 1960
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
classic round watch, fitted with an automatic movement came to us many years ago. It was purchased new by
Category
1960s Swiss Modernist Vintage Watch Movement
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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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
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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