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Omega Stainless Steel Applied Roman Numerals Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Firenze, IT
track, subsidiary dial for the seconds. Gilt baton hands.
Manual wind movement, straight line lever
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
Vintage Cartier Tank 1980s Lemon Roman Dial Manual Wind 23x30mm Case.
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage must de Cartier tank manual wind with a lemon roman numeral dial from the late 70s
Category
1980s Wind Vintage Watches
Vintage Cartier Tank 1980s Lemon Roman Dial Manual Wind 23x30mm Case
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage must de Cartier tank manual wind with a lemon roman numeral dial from the late 70s
Category
1980s Wind Vintage Watches
Vintage Rolex Cellini 18K Gold Manual Wind Mocha Dial 32mm Case.
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Cellini manual wind in 18K yellow gold with a mocha sunburst dial from the
Category
1970s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
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 Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Vermeil, Silver
Vintage Hilton 14k Yellow Gold Wind-Up Wristwatch with Diamond Accents
Located in Bloomington, MN
14k yellow gold and detailed with subtle diamond accents. The square watch face displays a softly aged
Category
Mid-20th Century Contemporary Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,264 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Baume
Mercier Manual Wind Chronograph Moonphase White Dial 1990s 34mm.
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Baume
Mercier moon phase Chronograph manual wind in steel in quartz from the
Category
1980s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Tissot Stainless Steel Seastar Chronograph Manual Wind Wristwatch, 1970s
By Tissot
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included).
A fine and rare manual-winding stai...
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
1950s 2.92 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
to the reverse with an hallmarked flip clasp.
This Ciro manual wind wrist watch is fitted with a
Category
1950s Unknown Retro Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Baume
Mercier Ladies Yellow 14 karat Gold manual wind Wristwatch
By Baume
Mercier
Located in Wallkill, NY
Classic 14k gold wristwatch from renowned watch company Baume & Mercier. Sleek, long rectangular
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Stainless Steel 3 Register Chronograph Manual Wind, circa 1950s
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
houses in the world and still creating impressive watches. This rare watch is very dependable and comes
Category
1940s Swiss Post-War Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6022 Mens 1950s Hand Wind Vintage Classic RA676B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex ref.6022 Oyster Precision hand-wind dress watch, c.1952, in excellent
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,192 Sale Price
20% Off
LeCoultre 18k Solid White Gold 33mm 1950s Mens Gambler Manual Wind RA650
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic vintage, 18k white solid gold LeCoultre Men's manual wind dress watch, dubbed the
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
$6,232 Sale Price
20% Off
Omega Stainless Steel Silvered Dial Arab Numbers Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Firenze, IT
baton, subsidiary dial for the seconds. Gilt arrow hands.
Manual wind movement, straight line lever
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Silver, Steel
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 34mm Mens 1980s Hand Wind All Original RA683
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1984, all original, in
Category
1980s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic icon, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1967, unrestored, all
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,440 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Ref 6694 Oysterdate Precision 34mm Mens 1980s Manual Hand Wind RA683B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
authentic watches that have been cleaned, polished and serviced to perfection by our master watch
Category
1980s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$4,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1967, unrestored, in
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,040 Sale Price
20% Off
Ladies Tiny Girard Perregaux Solid Platinum Diamond Wristwatch Swiss Manual Wind
By Girard Perragaux
Located in Richmond, CA
A rare vintage Girard Perregaux ladies platinum and diamonds watch, dainty yet so full of bling, on
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Orange Diamond Dial Perpetual Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 / 1603
METAL
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Vintage Seiko 1970s Hi Beat Cream Linen Dial Manual Wind 38mm Case.
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Seiko Hi-Beat manual wind with a cream silver linen dial from the 1960s-1970s
Category
1970s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Universal Geneve 60s Manual Wind Silver Dial Square 25mm Square Case
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Universal Geneve square case manual wind with a silver dial from the 1960s. Keeps
Category
1960s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Cellini Reference 5112 90s Manual Wind White Monogram Dial 33mm.
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Cellini reference 5112 manual wind with a clean white roman numeral monogram
Category
1990s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold
Rolex Oyster 1956 Manual Wind Rare Cream Linen Dial Original Sale Papers
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Rolex Oyster 1956 Manual Wind Rare Cream Linen Dial Original Sale Papers
A rare and
Category
1950s European Wind Vintage Watches
Omega Seamaster 2508 DeVille 18k Rose Gold 36mm Mens 1940s Manual Wind RA711
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
watches that have been cleaned, polished and serviced to perfection by our master watch technicians.
Each
Category
1940s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6494 34mm Hand-Wind 1950s Swiss Vintage RA191B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref.6494 hand-wind dress watch with roulette red
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
$4,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Rolex Men's Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1962, in excellent
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$4,464 Sale Price
25% Off
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Rolex all-stainless steel Men's Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$4,784 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA564
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1962, in excellent
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA562B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1968, in excellent
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA564
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage icon, Men's all-stainless steel Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA544S
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage icon, Men's all-stainless steel Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,120 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA562
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1968, in excellent
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$4,680 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Precision Ref 4431 18k Rose Gold Mens 1940s 33mm Manual Wind RA689
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
authentic watches that have been cleaned, polished and serviced to perfection by our master watch
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$15,120 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA544
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1966, in excellent
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6426 34mm Mens 1950s Manual Wind All Original RA682
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Royal Precision Ref.6426 manual hand-wind, c.1976, all
Category
1970s Swiss Contemporary Wind Vintage Watches
$5,520 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage RolexCellini 70s 18K Yellow Gold Tank Manual Wind Champagne Dial 30mm Ca
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Cellini manual wind tank in 18K yellow gold with a champagne dial from the
Category
1970s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6022 Mens 1950s Manual Hand Wind All Original RA676
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex ref.6022 Oyster Precision hand-wind dress watch, c.1952, all original
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,512 Sale Price
20% Off
Mens Rolex Ref 6494 Oysterdate Precision 34mm Manual Wind 1950s Vintage RA191
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex ref.6494 Oysterdate Precision hand-wind dress watch with roulette red
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,040 Sale Price
20% Off
Mens Omega 145000 Speedmaster Teutonic 14k SS Manual Wind Chronograph 1980s JM9
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-jeweled Omega cal.861 chronograph manual wind movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running
Category
1980s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
$3,592 Sale Price
20% Off
Longines Vintage 14KT White Gold Silver Dial 21.5 x 40.5MM – Manual Wind (1942)
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1942 Longines watch featuring a 21.5 x 40.5mm rectangular 14KT white gold case. The silver
Category
1940s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage Ladies Rolex Precision 50s 18K Gold Manual Wind Reference 8209 Belt
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage ladies Precision in 18k yellow gold reference 8209 silver dial manual win from the 1950s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements include a 16x22mm ca...
Category
1950s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Rolex Ref 4350 Manual Wind 1970s Champagne Dial Diamond Bezel 27mm Case.
Located in New York, NY
Here’s a vintage Rolex Cellini reference 4350 in 18k yellow gold champagne dial manual wind with an
Category
1980s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold
Vintage Zenith 60s Silver Dial Rose Gold Hour Marker Manual Wind 34mm Case.
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Zenith manual wind silver dial from the 1960s. Measurements include a 34mm case
Category
1960s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Longines 60s Manual Wind Arabic Numeral Dial 35mm 10K Gold Filled Case
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Longines with a silver arabic numeral dial manual wind from the late 60s, early
Category
1960s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Patek Philippe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Model 3528 Hand Wind 1972
By Patek Philippe
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 Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Chopard St. Moritz 1990s Skeleton Dial Manual Wind Two Tone 33mm Case
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Chopard St. Moritz manual wind two tone with a skeleton dial on its integrated
Category
1990s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold
Vintage Audemars Piguet 80s White Arabic Numeral Dial Manual Wind 18k Gold 34mm.
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Audemars Piguet manual wind in 18k yellow gold with a white arabic numeral dial
Category
1980s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Piaget Manual Wind 1970s 18K White Gold Blue Lapis Dial 25mm Baignoire
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Here’s a Piaget Baignoire in 18k white gold with a blue lapis stone dial manual wind from the 1970s
Category
1970s Wind Vintage Watches
Vintage Piaget Ellipse 80s Factory Diamond
Onyx Dial Manual Wind 18K Yellow Go
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Piaget Ellipse manual wind with an onyx stone and diamond pave (center) dial in
Category
1970s Wind Vintage Watches
Vintage Rolex Oyster Precision 50s Ref 6424 Black Patina Dial Manual Wind 36mm.
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
throughout as seen in the photos. Harder to find these 36mm manual wind precisions. All parts are original
Category
1950s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Van Cleef
Arpels 1980s Manual Wind Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Diam
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Van Cleef
Arpels in 18K yellow gold manual wind and diamond bezel with a
Category
1980s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Cellini 70s 14K Yellow Gold Tank Manual Wind Silver Dial 30mm Case
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Cellini manual wind tank in 14K yellow gold with a silver dial from the
Category
1970s Wind Vintage Watches
Mens IWC Schaffhausen 18k Solid Gold Jumbo 37mm Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA513
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, 18k solid gold Men's IWC Schaffhausen manual wind jumbo dress watch, c.1950s, in
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
$5,520 Sale Price
20% Off
Movado Türler , Slide / Travel Watch-Clock, Purse Watch, with stand
By Movado
Located in Antwerp, BE
weight: 40.7 gram / 1.440 oz / 26.2 dwt
The winding covers work and wind the watch as they are opened
Category
1940s Swiss Artisan Wind Vintage Watches
Omega Ref 2497-2 80 Micron Gold Capped Mens 1940s 35mm Vintage Manual Wind RA702
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's Omega 80 micron gold-capped manual wind dress watch, c.1947, in excellent
Category
1940s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Piaget Ladies Manual Wind 1980s Opal Dial Diamond Bezel 18K White Gold 2
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage ladies Piaget with a stunning opal stone dial manual wind and factory diamond
Category
1980s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
White Gold
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Wind Vintage Watches For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of wind vintage watches for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Our selection of items includes 2545 vintage examples as well as 242 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 18th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of wind vintage watches includes designs that are universally popular, but retro and Art Deco styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Rolex, Omega and Patek Philippe are consistently popular. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 173, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for round cut wind vintage watches and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes baguette cut and rose cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for women in our collection of wind vintage watches, as most of the options available are for men.
How Much are Wind Vintage Watches?
Prices for wind vintage watches start at $60 and top out at $1,131,724 with these watches, on average, selling for $4,213.
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 Wind Vintage Watches
- 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.
- How do I wind a Piaget watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To wind a Piaget watch, pull out the winding crown located on the side. Turn it clockwise until you detect resistance. For a full wind, you will normally need to twist about 20 times. On 1stDibs, find a range of Piaget watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most Rolex watches use a Perpetual rotor which means that they do not need winding if worn regularly. If you have not worn your watch in some time, you can manually wind it by unscrewing the crown to the winding position and turning it clockwise about 20 times. Make sure to screw the crown back into place after winding to reestablish its waterproof qualities. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- How do I wind a Rolex watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To wind a Rolex watch, first fully unscrew the winding crown. Once it is in a raised position, carefully turn the crown clockwise. Most watches require 25 turns for enough winding to begin powering the watch. The instructions included with Rolex watches provide more information about how to wind specific models. Shop a large collection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To wind a Vacheron Constantin, turn the winding crown clockwise until you sense some resistance. Typically, manual-winding watches require daily winding. You usually won't have to wind a self-winding timepiece unless you do not wear it for a day or two. Shop a range of Vacheron Constantin watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a key wind pocket watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A key-wind pocket watch is a type of portable timepiece produced from the early 19th century through the middle of the 19th century. It features a mechanism that requires regular winding with a device called a winding key. Shop a range of key-wind pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How old key-wind pocket watches are varies greatly. Watchmakers used key-wind mechanisms in pocket watches starting in the 16th century and continued the practice until the mid 19th century. You can find a collection of key-wind pocket 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 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 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 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 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.
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