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Chopard REF. 5053 1 Rare Opal Dial
Large Diamond Bezel Oblong Case 18k
By Piaget
Located in London, GB
housing factory set round brilliant diamonds, sapphire crystal glass and manual-wind movement.
This watch
Category
1970s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Omega 1970s De Ville
Emerald
Collection, Emerald-Cut Raised, Oblong Case
By Omega
Located in London, GB
bracelet, clasp with the Omega logo and manual-wind movement.
This watch will fit a wrist of 16.5cm. It
Category
1970s European Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Moncare Classic 25mm
Located in Surfside, FL
with gold filled tang buckle. Manual wind Fine Pre-owned Moncare Watch. Certified preowned Vintage
Category
20th Century Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
$1,530
Chopard Yellow Gold Diamond Bracelet manual Wristwatchi
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-owned 18K yellow gold diamond Chopard bracelet watch, manual wind, set with 152 single cut
Category
1970s Swiss Contemporary Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Extra-Flat Veriflat Dress Wristwatch Ref 6512
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
: Manual-wind Cal. 1000. Watch is within acceptable COSC timing range
Case: 18k yellow gold, 34mm, with
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Pair Of Vintage Winnie the Pooh Watches by Sears
By Walt Disney, Sears, Roebuck
Company
Located in Stamford, CT
Circa 1960-1970 pair of rare vintage Winnie the Pooh mechanical watches by Sears. Windable with
Category
Mid-20th Century American Wind Vintage Watches
Vacheron Constantin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ultra Thin Manual Wind Watch, 1960s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in New York, NY
Vacheron Constantin 18K Yellow Gold Manual Wind Watch
Champagne Linen Dial
Signed Inner Case Back
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vacheron Constantin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ultra Thin Manual Wind Watch, 1960s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in New York, NY
Vacheron Constantin 18K Yellow Gold Manual Wind Watch
Champagne Linen Dial
Signed Inner Case Back
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Calatrava Reference 3420 Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek Philippe 18K Yellow Gold Manual Wind Watch
Patek Philippe Reference 3420
Claw Lugs
Signed
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Calatrava Reference 3420 Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek Philippe 18K Yellow Gold Manual Wind Watch
Patek Philippe Reference 3420
Claw Lugs
Signed
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Tudor Stainless Steel Oyster Regent Manual Wind Wristwatch, 1960s
By Tudor
Located in New York, NY
Tudor Stainless Steel Oyster Regent Manual Wind Wristwatch
Factory Silver Decorated Dial with
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Paris Tank A Vis Platinum Prive Manual Wind Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Paris Platinum Tank A Vis Prive Mecanique Manual Wind Watch
Classic Cartier Tank Design
Category
1990s French Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Platinum
Cartier Paris Tank A Vis Platinum Prive Manual Wind Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Paris Platinum Tank A Vis Prive Mecanique Manual Wind Watch
Classic Cartier Tank Design
Category
1990s French Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Platinum
Cartier Vintage Black Onyx Dial Manual Wind Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Cushion Shaped Manual Wind Electroplated Watch
Black Onyx Swiss Made Cartier Dial
Manual
Category
1980s French Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Onyx
Bueche Girod Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold Watch
By Bueche Girod
Located in Huntington Woods, MI
and reference numbers: 9807 and 40864. It is a manual wind watch.
This watch is in excellent
Category
1960s French Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Tudor Oversize Manual Wind Watch Vintage 1954
By Tudor
Located in London, GB
What a treasure and a find this Tudor watch is!
Harking back from around 1953/54 not only do we
Category
1950s European Wind Vintage Watches
Omega Vintage Manual Wind Watch – 1940s Cal. 30T2 36mm
By Omega
Located in London, GB
🕰️ Vintage Omega Manual Wind Watch – 1940s Cal. 30T2 36mm
Would you believe this Omega is over
Category
1940s European Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Longines Yellow Gold Manual Wind Watch
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Moderne
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wind Vintage Watches
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Style Manual Wind Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold
Category
1950s American Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Rolex Ladies Solid Gold Oyster Bracelet Perpetual Wind Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Ref. 67197
METAL
Category
1980s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold
Wittnauer Solid Gold Vintage Manual Wind Watch, circa 1920s
By Wittnauer
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Wittnauer Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Dress Model
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Perpetual Wind Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Ref. 1601
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Ladies Yellow Gold Bracelet Manual Wind Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe
STYLE / REFERENCE: Constructed Link Dress Bracelet Watch / Ref
Category
Late 20th Century Wind Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Art Deco Manual Wind Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
movement.
This unusual Patek Philippe watch has French Hallmarks and was likely produced for their agents
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Vintage Rolex Jumbo Rose Gold Men
s Hand Wind Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Good condition, running well
Weight: 44.5 Grams
Case Size: 34 mm
Band Length: 6.75 Inches
Hallmark: Rolex
Item #: BR-1068-101023-08
Category
20th Century Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Black Dial Hand Wind Watch 345.0022.100
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Pre-owned Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Steel Black Dial Hand Wind Men's Watch 345.0022.100
Category
1980s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Rolex Stainless Steel Charcoal Carbonized Red Dial Perpetual Wind Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Ref. 1500
METAL
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
18k Yellow Gold Girard Perregaux Vintage Ladies Hand-Wind Watch
By Girard
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful vintage Girard Perregaux watch crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold, weighing 37.9 grams
Category
1960s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Bubble Back Transportation Dial Perpetual Wind Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back / Art Deco
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex White Gold Cellini Series Dress Manual Wind Watch, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape / Ref. 3805
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Vintage Chopard 18 Karat Yellow Gold Manual Wind Watch Model 9928
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
watch mechanism for ONE year from the purchase date. Our watches are guaranteed to be of the period
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1940 Hamilton 14K White Gold Filled Manual Wind Watch
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
-dial for the seconds, offering both functionality and vintage charm. Powered by the manual wind
Category
1940s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Vintage Pierre Cardin x Jaeger LeCoultre Model PC108 Manual Wind Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
: Silver
Case Measurement: 45.3mm x 25.4mm
Movement: Manual Wind
Condition: Good Vintage Condition
Size
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modernist Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Vacheron Constantin Squelette Yellow Gold Skeleton 33114/000J Manual Wind Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
, sapphire glass, exhibition caseback, manual wind movement, in excellent condition, comes with a Vacheron
Category
20th Century Unknown Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Onyx Turquoise Dial White Gold Bracelet Manual Wind Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
glass, manual wind movement, in excellent condition, comes with a Patek Philippe box, our own
Category
1980s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Onyx, White Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Perpetual Wind Watch, circa 1955
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Red and Black Date Wheel
METAL
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Calatrava Indirect Centre Seconds Gold 1509 Manual Wind Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
strap (not by Patek Philippe) with an original 18k yellow gold pin buckle, plastic glass, manual wind
Category
1940s Unknown Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Jaeger LeCoultre Gents Fancy Lugs Vintage Dress Watch Gold Manual Wind Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Mayfair, London, London
LeCoultre), plastic glass, manual wind movement, in excellent condition, comes with a presentation box, our
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Jaeger LeCoultre Full Hunter White Gold Silver Dial 9104 Manual Wind Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k White Gold Full Hunter Gents Pocket Watch, silver dial with roman numerals, a fixed 18k
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
White Gold
Vintage LeCoultre 32MM 14K Yellow Gold Silver Dial Manual Wind Watch 733528
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned vintage watch. Aftermarket band and buckle. Free polishing upon request. The watch is
Category
20th Century Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe Ellipse Yellow Gold Blue Dial 4179 Manual Wind Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
, sapphire glass, manual wind movement, in excellent condition, comes with a presentation box and Papers
Category
1970s Unknown Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe Ellipse Yellow Gold Blue Dial 4179 Manual Wind Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
, sapphire glass, manual wind movement, in excellent condition, comes with a presentation box and Papers
Category
1970s Unknown Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vacheron Constatin Ultra Thin Gents Gold White Dial 31160 Manual Wind Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
glass, manual wind movement, in excellent condition, comes with a presentation box, our own certificate
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Chopard Gold Champagne Dial Dual Time Zone Kutchinsky Gents Manual Wind Watch
By Chopard
Located in Mayfair, London, London
strap with a gold plated pin buckle (not by Chopard), mineral glass, manual wind movement, in excellent
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Chopard Gold Champagne Dial Dual Time Zone Kutchinsky Gents Manual Wind Watch
By Chopard
Located in Mayfair, London, London
strap with a gold plated pin buckle (not by Chopard), mineral glass, manual wind movement, in excellent
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Gold Champagne Dial Dual Time Zone Kutchinsky Gents Manual Wind Watch
By Chopard
Located in Mayfair, London, London
strap with a gold plated pin buckle (not by Chopard), mineral glass, manual wind movement, in excellent
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
Vacheron Constantin Gold Silver Dial Fancy Lugs Vintage Gents Manual Wind Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
roman numerals and index batons, manual wind movement, plastic glass, an original black leather strap
Category
1940s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Square Vintage Clous De Paris Champagne Dial Manual Wind Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
original gold plated pin buckle, plastic glass, manual wind movement, in excellent condition, comes with a
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Striped King Midas Left-Handed Cellini Gold 4912 Manual Wind Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
, manual wind movement, in excellent condition, comes with a Rolex box, our own certificate of
Category
1980s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Tortue White Gold Satin Silver Dial Diamond WA507231 Manual Wind Watch
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
, exhibition caseback, manual wind movement, in excellent condition, comes with a Cartier box, our own
Category
20th Century Unknown Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Rolex Oyster Veriflat Precision Vintage Gents Gold Silver Dial Manual Wind Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
milanese mesh bracelet with an 18k yellow gold jewellery style clasp, plastic glass, manual wind movement
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Audemars Piguet Cobra 18k Yellow Black Dial Mens Hand Wind Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Recently serviced. small scratch on the crystal at 3 O'Clock. The watch was Produced In
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Oyster Speed King Precision Steel Silver Dial Hand Wind Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Buckle. Serial Number and Model Number is polished off.
Watch is From Circs 1950. Original Box and
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Gondolo 18k Yellow Gold White Dial Manual-Wind Watch 5010J
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
verify the watch's authenticity at any boutique or dealership within this period
* Kindly be aware that
Category
20th Century Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18K Gold White Porcelain Dial Manual Wind Watch 3520D
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned good Condition. Rare Porcelain white dial. the band has no worn signs. Working perfectly. No box and papers.
Category
20th Century Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe 18 Karat White Gold Ellipse Model 4265 Manual Wind Watch
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, White Gold
Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini Model 4121 18 Karat Yellow Gold Manual Wind Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
maker of the watch is not under any obligation to service watches sold by Stephanie Windsor.
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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 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 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022The best vintage Omega timepiece to buy is largely a matter of personal preference. The Seamaster and Speedmaster are two timeless options available in a variety of finishes and styles. No matter which watch you choose, only buy from a reputable dealer or online platform to ensure you receive an authentic timepiece. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Omega watches on 1stDibs.
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