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Rolex Datejust 31 18K White Gold Steel Light Pink MOP Diamond Dial Watch 178344
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with the original box and papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Model Number: 178344 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switze...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 36mm 18k SS Automatic 1980s Swiss RA395B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.16013 automatic, c.1983, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmak...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Sea-Dweller 43mm Ref 126600 Anniversary Series Watch Full Set
Located in Miami, FL
A Rolex Sea-Dweller 126600 Anniversary Series, featuring a 43mm stainless steel case, 15.5mm thickness, and the signature red "Sea-Dweller" text, complete with original box and card....
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona 18K White Gold Black Diamond Dial Watch 116509
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with original box and papers. 🕰️ General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Daytona Model Number: 116509 Year Manufactured: 2021 Vintage: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Black Diamond, White Gold

Rolex Steel Oysterdate Mid Size with Custom Blue Dial 1961 Original Sticker
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6466 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Diameter 3...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 126334 Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial Steel 18K Gold Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126334 Serial: 4275T*** Year: 2020 Model: Datejust 41 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Mother of Pearl Diamond D...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 126334 Rhodium Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126334 Serial: 4M990*** Year: 2021 Model: Rolex Datejust 41 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel Dial: Rho...
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2010s Watches

Rolex Day-Date President 228238 40MM 8K Gold Black Diagonal-Motif Men Watch B&P
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Box and papers. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy. * Free Shipping within the U...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu W2BB0030 Ref 4372 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Box Paper 2021
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: W2BB0030 / Ref 4372 Year: 2021 Model: Ballon Bleu Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Face: Sapphire Crysta...
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2010s Watches

Cartier Vendome Large Vermeil Must de Cartier Quartz Wristwatch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier, Must De Cartier Vendome collection Wrist Watch, 30 MM Vermeil, ( Gold Plate on Sterling Silver ) 2 piece case. Quartz Movement, Sapphire Crown, Black dial with Si...
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Early 2000s French Watches

Materials

Vermeil

Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Datejust with Gold Filled Clasp and Diamond Markers
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 6900 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1978 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Diameter 26mm ...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

18k Rose Gold Patek Philippe Annual Calendar, ref# 5396R-012
Located in Princeton, NJ
18K Rose Gold Patek Philippe Annual Calendar, Reference # 5396R-012. The watch features Moonphase, Day, Month and Date apertures. The watch is displayed on brown alligator strap with 18k Rose Gold Patek Philippe deployment buckle...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

HYT Moon Runner Desert Carbon Titanium Limited edition of 15 Watch H02984-A
By HYT
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with original box and papers. 🕰️ HYT Moon Runner Desert (Model H02984-A) General Information: Brand: HYT Model: Moon Runner Desert Model Number: H02984-A Type: Wris...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Titanium

1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Zenith Lady s Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Watch in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. The case is square with rounded corners, with a golden bottom marked Zenith Swiss made. The bracelet is in satin-finished yellow gold on the front. The clasp is a scale with security. Mechanical movement with manual winding. Fully checked, verified and cleaned by our workshop. Length : 16 cm approximately, Width of the dial : 16,8 mm, height : 16,8 mm. Total weight of the jewel : 30.8 g approximately. Authentic retroe watch - Work of the 1960s. Our opinion: A very sober and elegant gold watch for women...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unworn Rolex Datejust 41 White Oyster Reference# 126334, Complete set, 2025
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 126334-0009 – Crisp White Dial with Fluted Bezel in White Rolesor A contemporary classic with timeless appeal, the Rolex Datejust 126334-0009 brings together clean de...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

18k Gold Men s Watch Omega Constellation Chronometer
Located in Montreal, QC
Omega Constellation chronometer, automatic day-date 18k gold men's watch with leather strap, circa 1960-69. Lug width 19mm, mechanical ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Vendome Large 8839647 18K Yellow Gold Two-Tone Bracelet Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthère Vendôme large ladies' watch, model number 8839647. It features a 29.6mm 18K yellow gold case and a matching 18K yellow gold bezel. The watch has an ivory dial adorne...
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1990s Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Pink Dial 1970 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...
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1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold 24 mm Ladies Quartz Watch 866969
By Ebel
Located in Dallas, TX
Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold 24 mm Ladies Quartz Watch 866969 - Quartz movement. Beluga. 18k yellow gold case with diamond lugs (24 mm diameter). Mother of Pearl with Roman numerals. ...
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20th Century Swiss Watches

Longines Platinum Art Deco Ladies Dress Watch with Adjustable Cord Band
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 10mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Ma...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Platinum

Audemars Piguet Off Shore Chronograph, Extract/Box/Revision Ref. 26020ST
Located in Antwerp, BE
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Off shore Chronograph with Box & Extract from The Archives Just Came back from complete service from AP ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date President 18238 Double Quick 18k Yellow Gold Champagne Dial 36m
Located in Tustin, CA
Ideal Luxury is pleased to offer this 1991 Rolex Day-Date President 18238. This stunning classic unisex watch features the Rolex automatic double quick set movement, a 36mm 18k yello...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Rose Gold Automatic Mens Watch 26331OR.OO.D315CR.01
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with a box and paper. No manual.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Gucci G-Frame Gold Tone Multicolor MOP Dial Ladies Quartz Watch YA147410
Located in New York, NY
Store Display model, it may show micro handling marks, comes with original box.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Eberhard&Co Champion V Chrono Gran Data 43mm Black Dial Leather Strap Ref: 31064
Located in București, București
This timepiece is part of a curated selection, carefully verified and certified by our team of experts. Our professional watchmakers have ensured it is in optimal working condition, ...
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2010s Romanian Watches

Rolex DateJust President Diamond Sapphire Encrusted Watch With Box
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex 1364 DateJust President Diamond & Sapphire Encrusted Watch With Original Rolex Box. Not Waterproof. Completely set with aftermarket white diamonds and blue sapphire hou...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Movado travel clock/purse clock /bangle wristwatch. Dial Udall and Ballou 1925
Located in Canterbury, England
This is a possibly unique conversion of a vintage Movado travel clock/ purse clock into a bangle wristwatch. We date manufacture of this wonderful ...
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1920s Vintage Watches

Rare Antique Rolex 1920s Manual Winding 26MM 15K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex  Gender: Ladies  Metal Type: 15K and 14K Yellow Gold Diameter: 26.00 mm Weight: 19.19 grams One ladies 15K yellow gold ROLEX Swiss-made watch. The case metal was te...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

]TAG Heuer Kirium Chrono Blue Dial CL1211 Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: TAG Heuer Model: Kirium Reference Number: CL1211 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : Case width: 36 mm. (w...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega 18K White Gold Diamond Bezel Mesh Bracelet Mechanical Ladies Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Omega Genève watch is a stunning timepiece characterized by its round design and manual movement. The dial is 24mm in diameter and features a sl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rado Diastar, Swiss. Men s wristwatch. 1970s/80s.
By RADO
Located in bronshoj, DK
Rado Diastar, Swiss. Men's wristwatch. 1970s/80s. French calendar. In good condition with signs of use. The watch is not running and needs servicing. D...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Genuine HERMES Stainless Steel 24mm Round Clipper Quartz Watch White.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
This is an authentic HERMES Stainless Steel 24mm Round Clipper Quartz White. The watch is crafted of stainless steel and features a white dial, black hands and hour markers, Silver ...
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1990s Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

14K White Gold Ornate Vintage Hamilton Watch
Located in Addison, TX
Created by Hamilton, this vintage watch gives off a luxurious feel. The 14K white gold link style bracelet pairs elegantly to the 14k white gold wind wris...
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1960s Ebel White Gold Watch with Diamonds and Sapphires
By Ebel
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.40 carats and Round cut Sapphires weighing approximately a total of 3.00 carats...
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1960s Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Rolex Cellini Cellinium 5240 35mm Platinum Mother of Pearl Dial Box
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 5240 Serial: D799*** Year: 2005 Model: Rolex Cellini Cellinium Case Material: Platinum Band: Leather Bezel: Platinum Dial: White MOP Face:...
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Early 2000s Watches

Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar 18k White Gold Cream Dial Mens Watch 5320G-001
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned, like-new condition. Comes with an original box and a full paper set. Retail for $101,100 USD. General Information Department: Men Style: Luxury Model Name: Perpetual Cale...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

White Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava 18K Rose Gold Ivory Dial Automatic Men Watch 5227R-001
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Excellent condition. 2015 paper. unworn band. It comes with a Patek Travel pouch and papers. General Information Brand: Patek Philippe Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Mo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Santos 100 Jumbo 18K and Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Santos 100, Reference 2656 Wrist Watch, 36 X 39 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece Water resistant case with 18k Yellow Gold Bezel, sapphire set crown, Automatic, Self W...
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2010s French Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Rolex Oyster Lady Perpetual Gold Date. Ladies wristwatch, 1970s/80s
Located in bronshoj, DK
Rolex Oyster Lady Perpetual Gold Date. Ladies wristwatch, original bracelet in two-tone steel and 18 carat gold. 1970s / 80s. Case diameter: 26 mm. In excellent original condition. All watches...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold

Rolex Oyster Ref 6504 14k Gold SS 25mm 1960s Ladies Bubble Back Automatic RA697
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless elegance, Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual bubble back automatic with 14k solid gold bezel, c.1962, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gor...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Omega Stainless Steel Silvered Dial Arab Numbers Manual Wind Wristwatch
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). Ref. 2317. Made in 1950’s Case th...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Silver, Steel

Lady s Charles Areni 14K Rose Gold Mechanical Watch Ruby Diamond Retro 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lady's Charles Areni 14K Rose Gold Mechanical Watch Ruby Diamond Retro 1940s Wrist Length 6.5 inch Case 15 mm by 38 mm, 6 round cut Ruby(Not tested) at 2.2 mm, 6 Round Single Cut Di...
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold

Franck Muller Geneve Cintree Curvex Blue Dial with Diamond 18k White Gold Watch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This stunning ladies Franck Muller Geneve Cintree Curvex watch is the perfect blend of high-performance engineering and breathtaking aesthetics. Designed for those who appreciate lux...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Aesthetic Movement Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Patek Philippe 18Kt Solid Yellow Gold Dress Watch circa 1980 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Style / Reference 3490-2 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 26mm X 26mm ...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

2006 Rolex Stainless Steel Platinum Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 16622 40mm
Located in Tustin, CA
We are proud to offer this classic and refined 2006 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 16622, a timeless addition to any fine watch collection. Crafted from stainless steel with a p...
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Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Platinum, Stainless Steel

NEW Rolex Datejust 41 126333 Yellow Gold Steel Silver Dial Automatic Watch B&P
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Comes with an original box and papers.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Brand New Rolex Datejust 28mm 279384RBR Steel MOP Diamond Dial Watch Box Paper
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. Box and papers. 5-year Rolex Warranty. Rolex Lady-Datejust 28 with Mother of Pearl diamond dial and factory diamond bezel. A perfect blend of elegance and precision. **...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

NEW Rolex Datejust 36mm 126233 18K Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Dial Watch B&P
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Comes with the original box and papers.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Piaget 8326A6 18K Yellow Gold Onyx Dial Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Piaget watch featuring an oval onyx dial set within a surround of round brilliant-cut white diamonds. Crafted in 18k gold. Quartz movement. Made in Switzerland, 1980. Fits a 5.25-inc...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Rolex Zenith Daytona 16518 Diamond Dial Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Daytona 16518 Mens Watch. 40mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold bezel. White dial with gold hands and original factory diamond set & Arabic numeral hour marker. Three ...
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1990s Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31MM White Gold Steel Blue Dial Ladies Watch 177200
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. Box and papers. Rolex Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch (Model: 177200) General Information Brand: Rolex Model: 177200 Model Number: 177200 Type: Wristwatch De...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Ulysse Nardin Gold Link Bracelet-Watch
Located in New York, NY
Ulysse Nardin Gold Link Bracelet-Watch crafted in 14k yellow movement. This intricate bracelet features hidden pika-boo watch with square silver-to...
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Mid-20th Century European Artist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Longines for Tiffany Co. 14Kt Solid Gold Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1919
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines for Tiffany Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 97 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold / Kiln Fired Enamel CIRCA / YEAR: 1919 DIMENSIONS / SIZE...
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold

Rolex 16030 Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Dial Watch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rolex 16030 Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Aftermarket Diamond Bezel and Blue Dial Watch This beautiful Rolex 16030 Datejust Aftermarket Diamond Watch is in excellent condition and i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Elgin B.W. Raymond Pocket Watch 21 Jewels, Gold Filled
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Elgin B.W. Raymond open face pocket watch. 10k gold filled case. Size 16, 21 jewels with 8 adjustments. Model 20, grade 571, 3/4 plate, serial number N804928...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Watches

Materials

10k Gold, Gold-filled

Stainless Steel 18kt Yellow Gold Men s Concord Watch Serviced Warranty 15.65.221
Located in San Diego, CA
Stainless Steel 18kt Yellow Gold Men's Concord Watch Serviced Warranty 15.65.221 - Introducing the stunning Men’s Concord Steeplechase watch, a rema...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Tiffany Co. Platinum Diamond Art Deco Manual Wristwatch, 1920s
Located in Water Mill, NY
Unique 1920's Patek Philippe Platinum 4.00 cts Diamond Art Deco Wristwatch Retailed by Tiffany with Silk Band and Original Platinum Clasp...Manual Wind In Running Condition. Dial sig...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

David Yurman Yellow Gold Silver Cable Quartz Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
David Yurman Amethyst green Tourmaline silver and 14k yellow gold cable wristwatch with fully serviced Quartz movement. Mother of pearl original dial. Fits a 7 inch wrist. 2 squar...
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Late 20th Century Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold

1970’s Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse d‘Or White Gold Blue Dial Ref. 3848
Located in Berlin, DE
Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse d‘Or White Gold Blue Dial Ref. 3848. This elegant wristwatch by Patek Philippe made of 18 carat white gold with a blue dial is the perfect watch for th...
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1970s Vintage Watches

Hamilton Vintage Pacer Electric Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Hamilton Pacer Wrist Watch 45 M.M X 32 M.M. 10k Gold Filled two piece case. Hamilton 500 Electric Movement, Original Black Dial with Raised Gold markers, original Hands....
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1960s American Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Antique, Vintage and Luxury Watches for Sale: Shop Rolex Watches, Omega Watches and Cartier Watches on 1stDibs

Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs.

While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind. 

Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. 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.

Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic 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 watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory. 

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. 

When shopping for a watch, 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 exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs that includes Cartier watches, Rolex watches, Patek Philippe watches and more — we promise it will be worth your time.