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Vintage Omega De Ville 0.75 ctw. Diamonds 18k Yellow Gold Manual Wind Watch
By Omega
Located in Houston, TX
manual wind movement that runs smoothly.
Adding a bespoke touch of luxury, the watch is custom-accented
Category
1970s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Very Rare Cosmograph Daytona Big Red Steel Black Dial Manual Wind Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
, plastic glass, manual wind movement, in excellent condition, comes complete with the original Rolex box
Category
1970s British Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Diamond Baguette Dial Manual Wind Watch circa 1940
s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
Lancaster Pennsylvania was arguably one of the world's greatest watch companies. While they produced watches
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Platinum
Omega White Gold Silver Dial Diamond Set Ladies Vintage Manual Wind Watch 8082
By Omega
Located in Mayfair, London, London
glass, manual wind movement, in excellent condition, comes with a presentation box, our own certificate
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Rare Ltd Ed Tortue Minute Repeater Gold Silver Dial Manual Wind Watch
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
original 18k yellow gold deployant clasp, sapphire glass, exhibition caseback, manual wind movement, in
Category
Late 20th Century Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Audemars Piguet Cobra 22mm 18k Gold Silver Diamond Dial Hand Wind Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
warranty coverage
* 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify the watch's authenticity at
Category
20th Century Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage 1959 Omega Seamaster Ref. 14389-4 Cal 268 Men
s Hand Wind Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
blends vintage charm with precision engineering. Housed in a refined stainless steel case, this watch
Category
20th Century Wind Vintage Watches
Vintage Vacheron Constantin 18k Gold off White Dial Hand-Wind Watch P453 3C
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in New York, NY
Band Width: 16 mm Lug Width: 19 mm Case Material: Yellow Gold Case Color: Gold Watch Shape: Round
Category
20th Century Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Omega 1944 Ref 2471/1 Triple Date Moonphase Cosmic Men
s Hand Wind Watch, 35mm
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This timepiece features a 35mm watch face with a sophisticated design, showcasing a triple calendar
Category
20th Century Wind Vintage Watches
1950s 14-Karat Gold Longines Maunaul Wind Watch in Original Case
By Longines
Located in Palm Springs, CA
original. Watch has a beautiful original dial and case. While there are some scratches to the case and
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Omega Ladies Yellow Gold Turler Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Princeton, NJ
Ladies Omega Turler manual wind watch with covered 15mm dial and mesh
bracelet. The watch serial
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Piaget 1970s Tiger
s Eye Gold Watch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
1970s Piaget manual wind watch, with tiger's eye dial. Case is 28mm in diameter, bracelet is 7.5
Category
20th Century Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Tiger s Eye, Gold
Cartier Diamond Back Winder Wristwatch, Circa 1950
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
and 155492. Back winder watches of this type were made for a limited period. Mounted in platinum
Category
1950s French Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Enamel Pocket Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Type:Pocket Hand-Wind Watch
BuyWeight: 22.20 grams
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
IWC Tank Watch 18K Yellow Gold
By IWC
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the IWC 1970s Tank Manual Wind Watch, a vintage masterpiece that embodies timeless
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Gucci 1970 Sterling Silver and Wood Buckle form Bracelet with Hidden Wrist Watch
By Gucci
Located in Chicago, IL
inch lifts open to reveal a 17 jewel Mechanical, manual wind watch with a White dial. 5/8 inch wide
Category
1970s Italian Modernist Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
1960s Lady’s Rolex “Lantern” Charm Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
lantern-shaped manual wind watch suspended from a bracelet of 18 karat yellow gold links. Note the red
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Rolex Lady
s Yellow Gold Stylized Clock
Lock
Key
Watch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
lantern shaped manual wind watch suspended from a chain of oval yellow gold links. Crafted of 18k yellow
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
1940s Retro 14K Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Flip Top Wrist Watch
Located in Birmingham, AL
clarity. The flip cover reveals a 17 jewel Swiss made manual wind watch signed "Heirloom" on the dial. The
Category
1940s Swiss Retro Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum
1960s Kutchinsky London Diamond Platinum Bracelet Jaeger-LeCoultre Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
sparkling strip of beautiful baguette cut diamonds in a constant row.
Mechanical hand-wind watch movement
Category
1960s British Retro Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1960s Piaget Diamond 18K Gold Lapis Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
, VS Clarity
Movement” Mechanical Manual Wind
Watch Length” 6.25 Inches Long
Condition: Excellent
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Piaget Twenty Dollar Coin Manual Wind Dress Watch Bracelet in 18k Gold
By Piaget
Located in London, England
A highly unique vintage Piaget twenty dollar coin manual wind watch set in 18k yellow gold.
The
Category
1960s Unknown Retro Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel “Commando” Wristwatch Ref 6429
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
sophisticated collector. This is our favorite Rolex model, a simple, time only manual wind watch produced
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage White Gold Ladies
Longines Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
your collection of jewelry and watches.
This oval, manual-wind watch makes a lovely gift for a sweet
Category
1960s Retro Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald And Diamond Golden Retriever Watch Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Golden Retriever. The head hinges up to reveal a restored 17 jewel manual wind watch. A chain hangs from
Category
1950s Unknown Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Buren WWW British Military
Dirty Dozen
Watch c1945
By Buren
Located in London, GB
patina.
Steel case measures approx 35mm this manual wind watch operates from a 462 calibre. Fitted to
Category
1940s European Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Steel
Omega Chronostop Men, 1960-1969
By Omega
Located in Braintree, GB
This is a vintage Omega Chronostop mechanical hand-wind stainless steel gent’s watch. The dial, and
Category
1960s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Rolex Precision 34.11
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
batons, a manual wind watch operating from a Cal. 1225 movement. Plexiglass. Due to the age of this watch
Category
1970s European Wind Vintage Watches
$2,456
Hamilton British Military W10-6645-99
By Hamilton
Located in London, GB
this is a manual wind watch.
Caseback stamped:
W10-6645-99
523-8290 3401/75
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Steel
Hamilton British Military W10-6645-99
By Hamilton
Located in London, GB
this is a manual wind watch.
Caseback stamped:
W10-6645-99
523-8290
11273/73
Category
1970s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Steel
CARTIER N.Y. "Concealed" Ladys Wristwatch Brick Pattern Movement
By Cartier
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
only Cartier has artfully mastered.
Carefully concealed under a hooded top is a manual wind watch
Category
20th Century Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold
0.85Ct Diamond
18k White Gold
Roamer
Cocktail Watch - Vintage Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diverse collection of ladies dress watches
This fine dress watch made by Roamer has been crafted in 18k
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Illinois Watch Co. Pocket Watch Key Wind Working Sterling Silver 1886 Year
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage Illinois co. pocket watch in good working condition. Year 1886. The case is sterling silver
Category
1980s American Victorian Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
1.11Ct Diamond
0.55Ct Ruby, 9k Yellow Gold Watch - Art Deco Style - Vintage
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
watches
This stunning vintage ladies dress watch has been crafted in 9ct yellow gold.
The watch has
Category
1950s Unknown Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s 3.35 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
'Cervin'.
The crown/winder of this manual wind watch is plain and unembellished.
The watch bezel is
Category
1940s Unknown Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1940s 2.04 Carat Diamond and Platinum Ladies Fob Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
steel hands.
This manual wind watch is fitted with a cabochon cut blue glass winder.
The movement is
Category
1940s Unknown Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Onyx Platinum Cocktail Watch by Hamilton
By Hamilton
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
'Hamilton'.
The crown/winder of this manual wind watch is plain and unembellished.
The watch bezel and
Category
1940s Unknown Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Omega Geneve 136.041
By Omega
Located in London, GB
a manual wind watch of this era.
Key Features:
✔ Vintage 1970 Omega Geneve – A true collector’s
Category
1970s European Wind Vintage Watches
$1,160
6.70Ct Diamond
Platinum Cocktail Watch - Art Deco Style - Vintage Circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fine link safety chain.
The manual wind watch is fitted with a plain, unembellished crown/winder and
Category
1940s Unknown Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1940s 4.33 Carat Diamond Cocktail Watch in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Arabic hour numerals, and is fitted with blued steel dauphine hands.
The manual wind watch is fitted
Category
1940s Unknown Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Jaeger LeCoultre 1970s
Master
Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
wind watch is complete with its original Jaeger signed crown and has been recently serviced to keep
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s 2.26 carat Diamond Platinum and White Gold Longines Cocktail Watch
By Longines
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
.
This manual wind watch is fitted with a plain crown/winder accented with the Longines icon of the
Category
1950s Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
2.16Ct Diamond, Platinum
14k White Gold Cocktail Watch - Art Deco - Vintage
By Hamilton
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
wind watch is fitted with a plain, unembellished crown/winder.
The curved rectangular watch bezel is
Category
1940s American Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1940s 6.65 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
marked track style chapter ring.
The watch is fitted with shaped, blued steel hands.
The crown/winder
Category
1940s Unknown Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Admina Ladies Platinum and 4.82 Carat Diamond Manual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Admina, 17 jewels.
This manual wind watch is fitted with a plain crown/winder.
The watch case is plain
Category
1940s Unknown Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
4.46ct Diamond and 1.61Ct Emerald Cocktail Watch in Platinum Circa 1953
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
wind watch is plain and unembellished.
The platinum bezel is ornamented with sixteen modern brilliant
Category
1950s Unknown Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
0.82Ct Diamond Hamilton Cocktail Watch in Platinum - Art Deco Style - Vintage
By Hamilton
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
maker's name Hamilton.
The manual wind watch is fitted with a plain, unembellished crown/winder.
The
Category
1950s American Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
4.10Ct Diamond
0.72Ct Emerald, Platinum Cocktail Watch - Art Deco - Vintage
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
name 'Sanford Bros*.'
The manual wind watch is fitted with a plain crown/winder.
The rectangular
Category
1940s English Art Deco Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Lock and Key Charm Bracelet manual wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
classic charm bracelet, with an asymmetrical lantern shaped manual wind watch suspended from a chain of
Category
1960s Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Vintage 5.72 Carat Diamond and Yellow Rose and White Gold Ladies Watch
By Eterna
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
the maker's mark 'ETERNA' and is fitted with yellow gold sword style watch hands.
This manual wind
Category
1950s Unknown Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1952 Omega Ladies Cocktail Watch – Manual Wind
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
A rare and beautifully preserved 1952 Omega ladies’ cocktail watch, featuring an 18MM round 18KT
Category
Mid-20th Century Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
International Watch Company Full Hunter Keyless Manual Wind Lever Pocket Watch
By IWC
Located in Mayfair, London, London
International Watch Company 14Kt Rose 50mm Gold Full Hunter Keyless Manual Wind Lever Movement
Category
20th Century Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Geneve 14k Manual Wind Swiss Made Watch
Located in Kingston, NY
Chopard Geneve 14k manual wind Swiss made watch. Almost identical to Cartier Tank. This watch comes
Category
20th Century Wind Vintage Watches
Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Manual Wind Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Dallas, TX
Manual winding. 14k yellow gold (49 mm diameter). White enamel double sunk dial with black arabic numerals. Small hairline crack between 12 and 1 o'clock.. Pre-owned with custom box.
Category
20th Century Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Manual Wind Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Manual winding. 18k yellow gold case (48.5mm diameter). White porcelain dial with black Breguet numerals with decorative hands; subseconds dial at 6 o' clock position.. Pre-owned wit...
Category
20th Century Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Chopard Malachite Dial Manual Wind Yellow Gold Watch
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Malachite Dial Manual Wind Vintage Watch by Chopard.
Details:
Case Dimensions
Category
20th Century Swiss Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold
Girard Perregaux Calatrava Alarm Watch Manual Wind Gold Plated
By Girard Perregaux
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Girard Perregaux 1960s Gold plated Manual Wind Alarm Watch, a vintage timepiece
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Wind Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
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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.
- 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 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 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 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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