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Cartier Audemars Piguet 1970s Yellow Gold Tank Mechanical mid size Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Cartier classic Tank Wrist Watch, 20 x 20 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, Sapphire crown. 20 Jewel, Audemars Piguet Manual wind...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava 18k Yellow Gold Men s Watch Ref. 3435
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch Ref. 3435 27-460 - Automatic winding. Calatrava. 18k yellow gold case with smooth bezel (32mm diameter) Original PP embossed crow...
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20th Century Swiss Watches

Rolex 14Kt Solid Gold Ladies Dress Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 3570 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 16mm MOVEMENT ...
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1960s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Gold

Cartier Panthere WF4037B9 Large 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Large Watch. 29mm 18K yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel. Off-White dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. Minute markers on the i...
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1990s Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Breitling Bentley Motors GT black white Dial Yellow Gold 46mm w/ box papers
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Breitling Bentley Motors GT White Dial Yellow Gold Mens Watch Self-winding automatic officially certified chronometer movement. Chronograph function. 18k yellow gold case 44.8 mm in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Bulgari Tubogas Quadrato Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Cuff Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Bulgari Tobogas Quadrato Ref: SQ 22 2T Cuff Wrist Watch, 22 x 22 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece Square case, 4.5 M.M. thick, Black dial with raised Gold markers, Quartz move...
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Early 2000s Italian Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 16234 Blue Dial Mens Watch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Datejust 16234 Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case with 18K white gold fluted bezel. Blue dial with silver hands and Index hour markers. Minute marker on the outer dial. Date...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M 18K Rose Gold Box Papers 231.53.42.21.06.002
Located in New York, NY
The Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M (reference 231.53.42.21.06.002) is a distinguished timepiece that exemplifies Omega's commitment to blending classic design with advanced function...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Bucherer 24mm 18k Gold Women’s Wrist Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Bucherer 24mm 18k Gold Women’s Wrist Watch. Stunning vintage watch made in 18k solid gold 25.5mm with crown. The watch is Swiss made and o...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Rectangle 13/9130 18k White Gold
Located in istanbul, TR
Excellent condition beautiful Chopard Rectangle reference 13/9130 18k White Gold ladies wristwatch. White dial, special diamond pattern dispersed across the dial, an 18k White Gold ...
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Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel 18K Yellow Gold Black Diamond Dial Men’s Watch 126333
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. It comes with an original box and paper.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Cartier Panthere Large W25014B9 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Large Watch. 29mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold smooth bezel, and solid gold case back. Off-White dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour...
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1990s Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tudor Classic Day Date 23013 Black Dial Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Tudor Model: Classic Day Date Reference Number: 23013 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Gold/Steel Measurements : 40 mm. (without cr...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Nautilus 7010/1R T&Co Taupe Dial Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Patek Philippe Nautilus 7010/1R Ladies Watch. 32mm 18K rose gold case and factory diamond bezel. Tiffany & Co taupe dial with luminous rose gold hands and index hour markers. The dat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold

New Rolex Datejust 41 Mint Green New Release Steel White Gold Watch 126334
Located in New York, NY
The latest release Rolex m126334-0027 is nicknamed Mint Green. This watch is 100% Unworn and comes with the Original Box and Warranty Card. Comes with a 5-year Chronostore warranty. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

White Gold, Steel

Rolex GMT Master Ref 1675 40mm Pepsi Bezel Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA658
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A world's icon, the iconic Rolex GMT Master 1675 pepsi bezel automatic, c.1971, in immaculate working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Stunning Rolex signed black dial, round index hour markers, silver minute and hour Rolex Mercedes hands, sweeping central second hand, hands and dial in immaculate, vintage condition, very minor show of age if any. Acrylic crystal. Red-blue GMT Rolex bezel on stainless steel case measures 40mm wide, in excellent condition. 26-jeweled Rolex cal.1570 COSC automatic movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition. On stainless steel Rolex Jubilee bracelet, measures 19cm with the watch, in great vintage condition. A timeless classic, Rolex 1675...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Longines Diamond Vintage Ladies Wristwatch - Platinum 6.50ctw One Year Warranty
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Longines Number of Jewels: 17 Warranty: One Year Era: Vintage Date: 1950s - 1960s Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Silver Metal Content: Platinum Stone Information Natural ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Patek Philippe Aquanaut 42mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch 5968A-001
Located in New York, NY
Pre-ownedgood condition. Comes with an original orange rubber strap. 2022 paper. Box and paper full set.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Antique Art Deco Platinum and 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Watch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Gorgeous Art Deco diamond watch with platinum casing and 14K White Gold band. Metal: Platinum Case and 14K White Gold Weight: 13.5 Grams Total Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.50...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Cartier Pasha Seatimer W301980M 3066 Chronograph 18K Rose Gold Ceramic Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: W301980M 3066 Year: 2019 Model: Cartier Pasha Seatimer Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: 18K Rose Gold & Rubber Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Black...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Patek Philippe 18Kt Solid Gold Dress Watch circa 1980 s with Original Bracelet
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 4217-10 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 23mm X Widt...
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1980s Swiss Modernist Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 35mm 14k SS Mens 1970s Automatic RA624
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's 14k and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1500 Date automatic, c.1974, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Elgin Watch, circa 1940s in Platinum
Located in Wailea, HI
Diamond Elgin Watch Circa 1940's in Platinum From Nat to Eva to You Engraved on the back "Nat to Eva 1942" 4..15 carats in diamonds 1 year guarantee just like a new watch. A classic...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Ernest Borel 17 Jewel White Face Cocktail Watch
Located in Montreal, QC
1970 Ernest Borel cocktail white dial ladies' watch. Original parts and strap, 17 jewel manual, the case measures 26.5mm with crown. In good working ord...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Rolex President Wristwatch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite ladies' 18K yellow gold Rolex President wristwatch combines timeless elegance with exceptional craftsmanship. Featuring a factory diamond-set dial and a fluted bezel, ...
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1990s Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse 18K Yellow Gold Oval Circa 1970s watch
Located in New York, NY
Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse 18K Yellow Gold Oval Circa 1970s watch For more details leave us a message Model                  Golden Ellipse Reference Number 3577 Gender Unisex Me...
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1950s Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe Ultra Thin, 18Kt Solid Gold Dress Watch circa 1980 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe et Cie STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 3571-1 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm X Width 26mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 18 Jewels / Caliber 175 DIAL / HANDS: 18Kt Solid Gold Engraved Bracelet...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Piaget Protocole 83545 Ladies Pave Diamonds and Ruby Dial 18k YG 1980s
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Piaget Protocole 83545 Ladies Pavé Diamond and Ruby Dial 18k Yellow Gold, 1980s A true statement of Piaget’s artistry from the golden age of luxury watchmaking, this Piaget Protocol...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Fluted Bezel White Dial Automatic Watch B&P 126334
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. It comes with an original box and paper. 5-year Rolex warranty. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 126334 Model Number: 126334 Year Manufactured: 2022 Country/...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Sea-Dweller 116660 Stainless Steel Oyster Bracelet, Box Papers
Located in Providence, RI
Designed to withstand the pressure of water while deep-sea diving, the Rolex Sea-Dweller model 116660 is an ideal companion for experienced divers exploring the greatest depths of ou...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Avenger GMT night mission, ref V32395. 41mm Titanium Case, Year 2024.
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Breitling Avenger GMT night mission, reference V32395, features a 45mm titanium case with military inspired dial, and red GMT second timezone hand, with original textile/ leather...
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2010s Watches

Cartier Santos Vendôme Ref. 8192 - 32mm, Quartz
Located in Berlin, BE
The Cartier Santos Vendôme Ref. 8192 is a refined and classic timepiece with a 32mm case. It features an elegant Roman numeral dial that embodies Cartier's signature style. Powered b...
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20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

New Rolex Datejust 126300 Jubilee Steel Blue Roman Dial Automatic Watch B&P
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with an original box and papers. 5-year Rolex warranty.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

NEW Rolex Datejust 41 Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Diamond Dial Watch 126333 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

18 Kt Gold Omega Cosmic Triple Date Moon Phase Collectors Wrist Watch Ref 2473
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Pink/ Rose Gold Omega Cosmic Triple Date Moon Phase Collectors Wrist Watch Ref OT2473 with Omega Extract from the Archives. Ext...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Artisan Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Cartier Tortue WA507031 18K Rose Gold Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tortue WA507031 / 2645 Ladies Watch. 28mm 18K rose gold case with factory diamond set. Silver dial with blue hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. Dark-Brown strap with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Rolex Cellini 18 Karat White Gold Case and Gold-Plated Silver Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Rolex Cellini 18 Karat White Gold Case and Gold-Plated Silver Bracelet Grey Sunburst 26mm Dial Model # 3800 serial #353XXX Bracelet is Gold-Plated Silver Manual Wind c.1...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Silver

Antique E. Howard Watch Co. Series IV Size N 14k White Gold Open Face Pocket Wat
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: E. Howard Watch Co. Movement Type: Grade Series IV - Mechanical - Hand Wound - 17 Jewels - Size N - American Made Movement Serial No.: 37574 Case Maker: The K.W.C.Co. C...
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19th Century American Antique Watches

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White Gold

Lord Elgin 14Kt Solid Gold Art Deco Watch circa 1950 s Vault Find
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Lord Elgin STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 8578 METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Diameter 29mm MOVEMEN...
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1960s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

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Gold

Bvlgari B.zero1 22MM Stainless Steel White MOP Dial Quartz Ladies Watch BZ22S
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. No original box and papers. Comes with a chronostore box. Basic Information Brand: Bvlgari Model Name: B.zero1 Model Number: BZ22S Type: Wristwatch ...
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20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date 41mm Oystersteel with box and papers
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Rolex Submariner Date 41mm Oystersteel An authentic collectors piece New or in excellent estate we can offer you your dream watch. In the pictures two brand new watches sold from 20...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Steel Concentric Silver Dial Mens Watch 116000
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. No original box and papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Model Number: 116000 Department: Unisex Adult Country/Region of Man...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Tank Louis Cartier Large WA3001A7 Diamond Dial and Bezel Cartier link bracelet
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Louis large. 23.7X30.7mm, lug to lug, 18K yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel and dial. Cream diamond "string" dial with gold-tone hands and Roman numeral & diamond hour marker. Factory 18K yellow gold fluted bracelet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Two-Tone Datejust with Factory Original, Dial, Box and Papers circa 2000 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Two-tone CIRCA / YEAR: 2000's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm X Diameter 36mm MOVEM...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Watches

Van Cleef Arpels Paris Diamond Classique Ladies Watch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Van Cleef Arpels diamond ladies wristwatch from iconic jeweler’s Classique collection in 18 karat yellow gold. Elegant and feminine, as all Van Cleef Arpels creations, th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Basculante Ref 2390 Mécanique Manual Rectangle Watch, Full Set
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Inspired by the Renault FT-17 tanks, Cartier Tank Wristwatches are iconic & instantly recognizable timepieces. This particular example is a sophisticated Cartier Tank Basculante reference 2390, seldom encountered & highly desirable. With its most pivotal feature - flip feature with reversible case (inspired by JLC's the Reverso watch...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date Stainless Steel Yellow Gold 116613LB
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Submariner Date in stainless steel and yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a blue dial, complemented by a yellow gold uni-directional rotatable bezel which has a blue ceramic inse...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

TAG Heuer Aquaracer WAF141G Ladies Diamond Watch MOP #23252
Located in Washington Depot, CT
waTAG Heuer Aquaracer Ladies Watch Model: WAF141G Serial: RPU2649 This classic TAG Heuer watch for ladies is set in stainless steel and accented with diamonds. Case is 27mm in dia...
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20th Century Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Made Blue Dial circa 1970 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm x Diameter 36m...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank-S 18K White Gold Pave Case Buckle Box Papares
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank S 18K white gold watch features an exquisite S-shaped case, elegantly adorned with diamonds that sparkle along its surface, enhancing its l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 1950s Movado Watch. 18610 Movado Mechanical Windup Movement
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
RARE Movado Mens Watch. Ref. 18610 Stainless Steel Case. 17j Movado watch. 30mm Case with Stainless Steel Band/bracelet Beautiful Watch. Mechanical. Works and keeps time. Condi...
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1950s Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu 46mm Platinum Men s Watch W6920059
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu 46mm Platinum Men's Watch W6920059 - Manual winding. Platinum Fluted Crown Set With Blue Sapphire ( 46 mm ). Blue dial with Roman numerals. Blue Cartier leather p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Steel Black Index Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116520
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned watch in good condition. Comes with an original box and papers. 2-year chronostore warranty. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Daytona 116520 Model Number: 116520 Co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust Steel Custom Diamond Pink MOP Dial Ladies Automatic Watch 69174
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Custom Diamond Bezel and Pink Mother of Pearl dial.
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20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 18K Yellow Gold Steel Custom Olive Diamond Ladies Watch 69173
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. Custom Diamond dial and bezel. Comes with a chronostore box and seller warranty. General Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust Model Number: 691...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 278240 Datejust Midsize 31mm Green Dial Stainless Steel Jubilee Band Box
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 278240 Serial: H68Q5*** Year: 2020 - Now Model: Midsize Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Smooth Bezel Di...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Dial Automatic Watch 79173
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Model Number: 79173 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Model: Rolex Datejust 7917...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master II 116680 Command Bezel White Dial Steel Automatic Mens Watch
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. Comes with the original but no papers. Basic Information Brand: Rolex Model: Yacht-Master II Reference Number: 116680 Department: Men Style: Luxury...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial Early 40 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: Early 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm x Wid...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Vintage Movado Ermetoscope Men s Hand Wind Date Travel Pocket Watch
Located in New York, NY
This distinctive Movado Ermetoscope watch boasts a unique sliding case design with a textured black exterior, exuding both innovation and style. The watch features a sleek rectangula...
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20th Century Watches

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.