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Lady
s platinum yellow gold diamond ruby manual wind wristwatch
Located in Bellevue, WA
is crafted of solid 14k yellow gold and is in very good condition. The watch is a manual wind
Category
Mid-20th Century Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Longines Stainless Steel Dress manual wind Wristwatch, circa 1951
By Longines
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage man’s Longines stainless steel manual wind dress model circa 1951. Featuring a 35mm case
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Omega Gold-Plated Manual Wind Dress Model, circa 1961
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
applied indexes, gold applied Omega logo, and tapered alpha style hands. The watch is powered by the
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Omega Yellow Gold Manual Wind Dress Wristwatch, circa 1958
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
tapered dauphine hands. The watch is powered by the manual wind calibre 511 movement. Great looking, great
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Doxa Yellow Gold Oversize Manual Wind Dress Model Wristwatch
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage man’s Doxa dress watch circa 1950’s. Very nice looking, large for the era 36 X 42mm 4K gold
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Wind Vintage Watches
Elgin Stainless Steel Diver’s manual wind wristwatch, circa 1960s
By Elgin
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elgin caliber 674 manual wind movement. Recently serviced and fitted with a sporty leather racing style
Category
1960s American Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
A Man
s Vintage Swiss Avia Olympic Manual Wind Wristwatch 32mm
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
A Swiss Avia Olympic manual wind wristwatch in a gold plated case with stainless steel back, on a
Category
Mid-20th Century Wind Vintage Watches
Breitling Stainless Steel Black Dial Navitimer Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
manual-wind movement
Case: Stainless steel 42mm; snap-on case back; push-down crown; and chronograph
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Swiss Stainless Steel Chronographe Manual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1960s
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Great looking oversize vintage Swiss 2 registers manual wind diver’s chronograph circa 1960’s
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vacheron
Constantin Rose Gold Jubilee Chronometer Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Material
18k Rose Gold
Dial Color
Silver w/ Arabic Numerals
Movement
Manual Wind
Engine
Cal P453/3B
Category
20th Century Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Tissot Stainless Steel Triple Registers Chronograph Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Tissot
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Tissot stainless steel 3 registers manual wind chronograph wristwatch circa 1965. Featuring a 33 x
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Wyler Stainless Steel Manual Wind Dress Wristwatch, circa 1960
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage circa 1960's Wyler stainless steel Incaflex medium size 33 x 39mm manual wind dress model
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Omega Ladies Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1950s
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
hands. Powered by 17 jewel manual wind movement. With signed Omega crown. Beautifully and very feminine
Category
1950s Swiss Modern Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Manual Wind Model, circa 1955
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
signed SWISS. Powered by the manual wind caliber 1210 movement with sweep seconds. Fully serviced by one
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Jaeger LeCoultre Ladies White Gold Diamond Manual Wind Dress Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Jaeger LeCoultre 18K White Gold and Diamond Manual Wind Ladies Dress Watch
Silver Toned Dial with
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Diamond Baguette Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Very Rare and Beautiful Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Rectangular Bracelet Watch with Baguette
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Vacheron Constantin yellow gold Ultra Thin manual wind wristwatch, c1950
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
18 Karat yellow gold, Vacheron Constantin, ultra thin historic vintage collectors watch.
The
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Jaeger Lecoultre Retailed by Bulgari Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Very Rare and Unusual Jaeger Lecoultre "Mystery" Watch in 18k Yellow Gold. Originally
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Pre Owned Ladies Manual Wind wrist watch. Gold Dial with black Roman numerals and Diamond
Category
1980s Swiss Contemporary Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lady Hamilton Platinum Diamond Manual Wind Wristwatch 1.50ct, circa 1950s
By Hamilton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
indexes and tapered silver leaf style hands. Powered by 17 jewel manual wind caliber 751 movement. A
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Piaget Polo Skeleton 18K Gold Diamond Stem Wind Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Bradford, Ontario
makers, and this watch will demonstrate why. For a start. Piaget is one of the top designers of watches
Category
1980s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Shreve
Co. Ladies Pink Gold manual wind Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Shreve
Co.
Located in West Hollywood, CA
hands. Powered by 17 jewel manual wind movement. Free of any personalized case back engraving. A lovely
Category
1940s Swiss Retro Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Omega Stainless Steel Manual Wind ref# 2910-3SC, circa 1956
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Very clean design man’s vintage Omega manual wind ref# 25910-3SC, circa 1956. Featuring a large
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Yellow Gold Vendome Tank manual wind Wristwatch, circa 1980s
By Cartier
Located in West Hollywood, CA
, and powered by 17 jewel manual wind movement with cabochon sapphire crown. With used Cartier crocodile
Category
1980s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Piaget White Gold Onyx Pave Diamond Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Piaget 18K White Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
Factory Pave Diamond Dial Accented by Onyx Inlaid
Category
1970s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Rose Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 1577
By Patek Philippe
Located in Paris, FR
Fine and rare 18k rose gold rectangular manual winding wristwatch with pink dial. Extract from the Archives Patek Philippe.
Category
1940s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex 18 Karat White Gold Cellini Geometric Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
Factory White Enamel Decorated Dial with
Category
1990s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Piaget White Gold Onyx Pave Diamond Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Piaget 18K White Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
Factory Pave Diamond Dial Accented by Onyx Inlaid
Category
1970s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Longines stainless steel USN Buships Manual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Longines
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Longines stainless steel back, chromium plated top manual wind dress model circa 1940’s
Category
1940s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Bulova Stainless Steel Diver’s Chronograph Manual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1970
By Bulova
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Oversize cushion shaped case Bulova manual wind diver’s chronograph circa 1960’s. Featuring 38 x
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Necklace Bracelet Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Nashville, TN
length. Wristwatch measures approximately 7-1/2" in length. This watch is manual wind. Case # 9862P65
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
1968 Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 6241 Stainless Steel Stem Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bradford, Ontario
ITEM DETAILS
Brand: Rolex
Model Name: Comsograph Daytona
Model Number: 6241
Serial Number: 176, XXX
Bezel Material: Stainless Steel
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Caseback Material: ...
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Yellow Gold Tank Grain Rice Manual Wind Bracelet Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Bologna, IT
Cartier
Cartier Tank
18K Yellow Gold Case
White Dial
18K Yellow Gold "Grain Rice" Bracelet by Cartier
Manual Winding
Year: 1970s
Dimension:
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Breitling Stainless Steel Navitimer Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 816, circa 1967
By Breitling
Located in West Hollywood, CA
wind version powered by Venus calibre 178 3 registers manual wind movement. Featuring a very pleasing
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vacheron Constantin Pink Gold Geneve Classic Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 4667
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Epsom, Surrey
the watch are as they should be to meet our high standards for sale. It has also been referenced
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Breitling stainless steel Chronomat manual wind wristwatch Ref 0818, circa 1970s
By Breitling
Located in West Hollywood, CA
anodized bezel. Powered by the Venus 178 manual wind chronograph movement. Offered on your choice of sporty
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Benrus stainless steel Dato Autavia manual wind wristwatch Ref 73463, circa 1974
By Benrus
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Very interesting Benrus manual wind “poor man’s Dato Autavia model same 73463 case reference # as
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Slide Watch with 18k Yellow Gold-Hidden Watch Face
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
markers and metallic blue hour and minute hands. This fine watch winds from an 18K Yellow Gold wheel on
Category
20th Century Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Manta Ray Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 2554
By Patek Philippe
Located in Paris, FR
Rare and fine 18k yellow gold rectangular manual winding wristwatch. with extract from the Archives Patek Philippe
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe White Gold Perpetual Calendar Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 5041G
By Patek Philippe
Located in Paris, FR
Very rare 18k white gold tonneau shaped self winding perpetual calendar wristwatch with black dial and Breguet numerals. Day, date, month, moon phase and leap year. Box and paper. Le...
Category
1990s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe White Gold Dual Time Malachite Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch
Located in Paris, FR
Very rare and perfect 18k white gold manual winding wristwatch with a malachite dial.
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex White Gold Cellini Saudi Logo Manual Wind Wristwatch with Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
Factory Blue Gloss Dial with Saudi Arabia Logo
Category
1980s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex White Gold Cellini Saudi Logo Manual Wind Wristwatch with Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
Factory Blue Gloss Dial with Saudi Arabia Logo
Category
1980s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Silver plated LIP Mechanical Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
case and the winder. The watch strap is worn and has a gold plated buckle as shown.
Please study the
Category
1940s French Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage 1960s Bucherer 17 Jewels Mechanical Watch
By Bucherer
Located in Carlisle, GB
This manual winding vintage watch is working and ticking well. The watch case & the winder is a bit
Category
1960s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega Dynamic Stainless Steel Watch, 1970
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970 Vintage Omega Dynamic Manual Wind Ref. 166.039 Stainless Steel watch with Original Tow Tone
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Vintage Wittnauer 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Cocktail Watch
By Wittnauer
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
with wind up mechanism and complete with brand new brown leather strap. Wittnauer is American watch
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Favre Leuba Rosewood and Rodium Modernist Watch, circa 1970s
By Favre Leuba
Located in Montclair, NJ
Favre Leuba Geneva Rodium and Rosewood riveted bracelet watch, manual wind. circa 1970's
Category
1970s Swiss Modernist Wind Vintage Watches
Chopard Lady
s Yellow Gold Oval Bracelet Watch circa 1970s
By Chopard
Located in Paris, FR
Chopard lady's 18k yellow gold oval bracelet watch with manual-wind movement.
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Day-Date President 18238 Diamond Dial Men
s Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
.
Automatic self wind movement.
This watch is backed by our one year warranty.
Category
1990s Wind Vintage Watches
Vintage Silver Plated and Stainless Steel Back 1950s Avia Watch
By Avia
Located in Carlisle, GB
a bit tired. Tiny scratches on the watch Bessel. Watch winder is tarnished as shown.
Please study
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Boucheron Lady
s Yellow Gold and Diamond Bracelet Watch circa 1970s
By Boucheron
Located in Paris, FR
Boucheron lady's 18k yellow gold and diamond-set bracelet watch with manual-wind movement.
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Paris Classic Tank LC GM Large Tank Watch circa 1973-1978
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
x 25 mm with a 17-Jewel Cartier mechanical manual wind movement. The watch is triple signed: Dial
Category
1970s Swiss Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
1950s Silver Movado
Ermeto
Travelling Watch in Sliding Brown Crocodile Case
By Movado
Located in Carlisle, GB
pinion on the winding stem is engaged, which automatically turns the winding crown and winds the watch
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Silver
Rolex Day-Date President 18238 Ferrite Diamond Dial Men
s Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
.
Sapphire crystal, solid case back.
Automatic self-wind movement.
Watch is in mint condition.
Original box
Category
1990s Wind Vintage Watches
Vintage Deco 14 Karat Gold Longines Mechanical Watch with Original Satin Band
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Longines 14k white gold mechanical or wind-up watch. The watch is in the Art Deco style
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Hamilton Watch Top Hat Art Deco Diamond 14 Karat Gold Woven Band Mechanical
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
movement is also called a wind-up watch.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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.
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