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Cyma Dirty Dozen WWII Military Steel
By Cyma
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Dirty Dozen WWII Military wristwatch, available now at our Showroom, London. This remarkable timepiece features a black dial with Arabic numbers, minute markers around the edge of...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Vintage Steel and Gold Ref 6582 Zephyre Bezel Automatic Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Oyster perpetual Reference 6582 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 3 piece stainless steel Oyster case with Yellow Gold Zephyre Bezel an...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Cartier Tank Americaine 1741 White Gold Automatic Watch 20-year Service Edition
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Americaine 1741 automatic watch in 18K white gold featuring a 26mm x 46mm curved case with special service award dial displaying "20" via Arabic numerals at 9 and 3 o'cl...
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1990s Art Deco Watches

Materials

White Gold

Vintage Audemars Piguet Cobra Blue Diamond Dial 80s 18K White Gold Manual Wind 2
Located in New York, NY
Here we have an uncommon vintage integrated 18K white gold Audemar Piguet “cobra” with a dark navy blue matte dial in great condition from the 1970s. What makes this one more special...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Materials

Blue Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Rolex Day Date Reference 18038 1980s Silver Dial 18K Yellow Gold 36mm.
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Day Date reference 18038 automatic (single quick) with a silver sunburst dial in 18K yellow gold from the 1980s. Measurements include a 36mm case, 20mm lug wid...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold

Vintage Audemars Piguet Model 25730BA 18 Karat Yellow Gold Automatic Papers
Located in New York, NY
This Royal Oak Reference 25730BA is a yellow gold dual-time complication that reflects the technical precision and aesthetic codes of Audemars Piguet’s most celebrated lineage. Part ...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6634 34mm Gold Capped Mens 1950s Automatic Original RA673
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6634 "Golden Egg" gold-capped automatic, c.1959, all original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker....
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1950s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Dial circa, 1970 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 5500 / 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Dia...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Ref 6901 18k Solid Gold Lady Datejust 26mm Automatic 1970s RA630
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious elegance, a rare luxurious classic from Rolex, 18k solid gold Lady Datejust automatic with diamond set bezel, c.1978, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex President Day Date 1803 18k Solid Gold 1970s Mens Diamond Automatic RA659
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxury icon, Rolex 18k solid gold Day-Date ref.1803 "The President" with diamond hour set, c.1973, in excellent working condition! Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust 278273 Olive Green Diamond Dial Jubilee Gold Steel Watch B&P
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with original box and papers. Rolex Lady-Datejust 31 Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Lady-Datejust 31 Model Number: 278273 Department: Women Style: Luxury Country/Region of Ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Platinum Van Cleef Arpels Art Deco Diamond Watch Serial No. 27285 - 27.30GRA
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite rectangular watch showcases a refined design, adorned with dazzling white diamonds. The sparkling stones enhance the watch's elegant form, creating a captivating visua...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Gucci Dive 40MM Steel Dial Mens Silver Dial Automatic Watch YA136354
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Comes with original box.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex President Day Date 18238 36mm Double Quickset White Dial 18K Yellow Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 18238 Serial: W40**** Year: 1995 Model: Rolex Day Date President Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Band: 18k Yellow Gold President Bezel: 18k Yellow...
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1990s Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unworn Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 40 Reference# 126509, Complete set, 2025
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Ref. 126509-0001 is a superb expression of technical mastery, motorsport heritage, and refined luxury. Presented in unworn condition, this 40mm timepiece...
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2010s Watches

Materials

White Gold

Michele CSX33 Diamond Ladies Watch MW03M01A1025 MOP Dial #18477
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Michele CSX33 Ladies Watch Model: MW03M01A1025 This beautiful Michele ladies watch is set in stainless steel with a diamond bezel. 100 Diamonds carat weight - 0.60cts Case is 33 m...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Rolex Datejust 28mm Rose Gold Steel Chocolate Diamond Star Dial Watch 279171
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with original box and papers. 5 years warranty.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Midas 3585 Lapis Lazuli Dial 18k YG 1975
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Rolex Queen Midas 3585 Lapis Lazuli Dial 18k Yellow Gold 1975 SKU: 1819 An extraordinary statement of 1970s horological artistry, the Rolex Queen Midas R...
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1970s Vintage Watches

Rolex Datejust 6917 Mother of Pearl Sapphire Dial Diamond Bezel Gold Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 6917 Serial: 374**** Year: 1974 Model: Rolex Ladies Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 14k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Jubilee Beze...
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1970s Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise 1840 28x32mm White Roman Numeral Dial 18k Yellow Gold Box
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1840 Serial: 1963**** Model: Cartier Tank Francaise Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Band: 18k Yellow Gold Bezel: 18k Yellow Gold Dial: White/Si...
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Early 2000s Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique Swiss 14 ct Gold Blue Guilloché Enamel And Diamond Wristwatch
Located in Portland, England
This exquisite antique 14ct gold, diamond and royal blue guilloché enamel ladies' wristwatch is dated circa 1900 and made in Switzerland. The watch has a round yellow gold case embel...
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Hermes Vintage Gold Plated H Box Leather Constance 22 Bag
Located in Pasadena, CA
Hermes Vintage Gold Plated H Box Leather Constance 22 Bag *Marked B in Circle (1980) *Made it France *Comes with the original box -It is approximately 22cm x 16cm x 4cm. Shoulder s...
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1980s French Artisan Vintage Watches

Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Wristwatch by Concord
Located in Venice, CA
This is a stunning Art Deco platinum and diamond wristwatch by Concord. This watch’s bezel and lugs contain 42 single cut bead set diamonds, amounting to approximately 0.25 carats. T...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Steel

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 1992 18K Gold - 16518
Located in Vannes, FR
The Rolex Daytona chronograph in 18K yellow gold, manufactured in 1992, is an exceptional timepiece that combines timeless elegance with technical excellence. This iconic model, refe...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Panerai Luminor Marina 8 Days PAM 590 PAM00590 44mm Black Dial Stainless Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: PAM00590 / PAM 590 Serial: Q*** Year: 2014-2019 Model: Panerai Luminor Marina 8 Days Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Rubber Bezel: Stainless...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage Zenith 1940 s Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Founded 1865, Zenith Watch Co has been known for its precision timepieces. Enjoy this great mid 1940's model 3600584 Wrist Watch in pristine vintage condition. With a 31mm brushed s...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Steel

Vintage Zenith 1940
s Wrist Watch
Vintage Zenith 1940
s Wrist Watch
$1,000 Sale Price
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1920s Art Deco 1.50 Carat Diamond Ladies Platinum Watch
Located in New York, NY
A truly enchanting antique timepiece, this delicate manual platinum watch captures timeless romance with its classic round dial encircled by shimmering diamonds. The bracelet is beau...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rado Voyager Watch Ladies Automatic Vintage Round Date Swiss Made
By RADO
Located in Toronto, CA
Description Brand: Rado Model: Voyager Reference Number : 561.3600.4 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : Case...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1960 s Ulysse Nardin Vintage Mens Automatic "TV" Watch - Stainless Steel
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. 1960's ULYSSE NARDIN Vintage...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Very Rare Patek Philippe Calatrava Platinum Ref 3998 P Men s Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Very Rare Patek Philippe Calatrava Platinum Ref 3998 P Men's Watch - Automatic; Sapphire Crystal. Calatrava. Platinum ( 34mm ) screw back case with ...
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20th Century Swiss Watches

Pristine Vintage Ladies Yellow Gold Oval Piaget Wrist Watch with Diamond Bezel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This pristine, vintage 18K yellow gold Mid-20th Century ladies Piaget watch with integral Piaget 18K gold band, appears to be in almost new condition. It's clear that it's previous o...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 18k Gold/Steel Automatic Women s Watch Ref 67193
Located in New York, NY
Timeless and elegant, this Rolex Oyster Perpetual reference 67193 is a refined women’s timepiece that blends luxury with everyday versatility. The stainless steel case is paired with...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Lady Hamilton 14 Karat White Gold Cocktail Wrist Watch w Diamond Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Unmistakable elegance from the mid-20th century, enjoy this ultra feminine Lady Hamilton Cocktail Wrist Watch Model 761 in 14 karat white gold with diamonds accents. Delicate slim l...
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Mid-20th Century American Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hublot Big Bang St. Moritz 44 MM 301.SE.030.RW.114 Diamond Bezel Steel Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: HUBLOT Gender: Unisex Metal Type: Stainless Steel Diameter: 44.00 mm Weight: 139.20 grams Stainless steel, diamond HUBLOT Swiss made wristwatch with original box, Receipt...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date 118348 Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Mens Watch Box Papers
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Day-Date 118348 Mens Watch. 36mm 18K yellow gold case. 18K yellow gold fluted bezel with factory diamond. Champagne dial with gold hands and factory diamond hour markers. The d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Vintage Omega 14k White Gold Diamond Hand Wind Men s Dress Watch
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Omega dress watch is a sophisticated example of mid-century Swiss craftsmanship, blending understated elegance with luxurious details. The 14K white gold case presents a...
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Mid-20th Century Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Steel and Gold Automatic Men s 25594SA.OO.0789S
Located in New York, NY
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 25594SA.OO.0789SA.01 stands out for its masterful fusion of two distinct precious metals: 18k yellow gold and stainless steel. This bi-metal constructio...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Rolex Precision Ref 8961 18k Solid Gold Mens Manual Wind Dress Watch 1950s RA634
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless treasure, rare 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Precision 8961 manual wind, c.1950s, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed dial, applied dagger index hour markers, gilt minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, hands and dial in excellent, vintage condition, natural patinas tropicalization due to age on hands and dial to give its unique vintage look. Acrylic crystal. 18k solid gold case measuring 34mm, case in excellent vintage condition. Note: serial number not visible due to wear and tear. Original Rolex crown. 17-jeweled Rolex cal...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

Vintage 1972 18k Yellow Gold Rolex Day Date Men s Watch Ref. 1803
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1972 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and exemplifies the timeless elegance of Rolex’s most iconic prestige model. Featuring the revered pie-...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex GMT-Master II 126720VTNR "Sprite" Black Dial Mens Watch Box Papers
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date GMT-Master II 126720VTNR Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Bidirectional rotating black and green ceramic bezel insert. Black dial with luminous stee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Rolex Submariner No Date 40mm 2 Liner Black Dial Steel Mens Oyster Watch 14060
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Submariner No Date 2 Liner Steel Mens Watch 14060 with Original Box. Officially certified chronometer, automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel oyster case 40.0 mm in d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Unworn Rolex Datejust 41 White Jubilee Reference# 126300, Complete set, 2025
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Datejust 41 Ref. 126300-0016 is an unworn classic that seamlessly unites luxury, practicality, and timeless elegance. Crafted entirely from robust Oystersteel, its 41 mm ca...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date With Custom Lavender Dial Circa 1970 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Concord Swiss Full Diamond 18K Gold Ladies Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant and luxurious Concord ladies' Les Palais wristwatch features a 21mm solid 18k yellow gold case and bracelet set with glittering original Concord factory diamonds. The watch features reliable Swiss quartz movement. The classic round watch face is fully pavé-set with fine natural white diamonds (G to H color/VS clarity) on both the bezel and the dial. The dial features elegant gold-tone hands and scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and is in excellent condition. The case features inverted diamond-set crown for ease of time setting. The shimmering diamond brilliance continues seamlessly from watch face across its diamond-set lugs to the full-length of its five-row graceful bracelet. Double-deployant clasp keeps the watch secure on the wrist. There are approximately 6 carats of diamonds in total set in this opulent watch. The watch fits a wrist size of up to 6.6 inches (16.85cm), while links can conveniently be removed to accommodate smaller wrist sizes. The watch dial, movement, case, and bracelet are all signed Concord. Additionally, the caseback is engraved with watch reference number and case serial number, along with the stamp for 18 karat gold. The watch is in overall excellent condition and comes with a fitted watch box. A testament to high-quality Swiss watchmaking and radiating luxurious elegance this watch is certain to light up the wrist. Further details: Model: Concord Les Palais...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Hamilton Masterpiece 14k Yellow Gold 32mm Mechanical Wrist Watch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Hamilton Movement: Mechanical - Hand Winding Case Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Gross Weight: 29.3 Grams (including case, movement, and strap) Case Width: 32mm (not inc...
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20th Century American Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

1971 Omega Constellation "C" Chronometer Vintage Mens Calendar Date Watch - SS
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k W Gold SS 1970s Mens Vintage Automatic RA620
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A timeless classic, Men's 18k white gold & stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 1601 automatic, c.1973, all original, in excellent working condition. Verified authent...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

1967 Omega Seamaster Cosmic Mens Vintage Cal. 552 Automatic Watch - SS
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. 1967 OMEGA SEAMASTER...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu WGBB0009 18K Rose Gold Mens Watch Box Papers
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu WGBB0009 / 3927 Mens Watch. 36mm 18K rose gold case. 18K rose gold bezel. Silver dial with blue steel hands and Roman numeral hour markers. Minute markers on the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Antique Art Deco Platinum 3.72ctw Old Diamond Fancy Wrist Watch Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (95) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Round Cut - Bezel & Pave Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 1.98ctw (approx.) (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette Cut - Channe...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, White Gold

Patek Philippe Annual Calendar 5146G Mens Watch Box Papers
Located in Great Neck, NY
Patek Philippe Annual Calendar 5146G-010 Mens Watch. 39mm 18K white gold case and 18K white gold bezel. Gray dial with luminous white gold hands and white gold index Arabic num...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Vintage Record Watch Co. Moonphase Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Fabulous mid-century Record Watch Company Datafix Triple Date Moon Phase Cal 107C Reference 257. Steel Men's watch in Acier Case #13321, size 35mm, with an attractive copper color face. Arabic numerals indicate time on even numbers. Features include pointer date...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Steel

1940 s Hamilton Gordon 18K Yellow Gold Watch Manual Men s Watch #15797
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1940's Hamilton Gordon Men's Watch' This vintage Hamilton men's watch is set in 18K yellow gold. Case is approx. 22mm x 37mm Hand winding movement Sil...
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1940s Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Christian Dior Vintage, Two-Tone Bracelet Watch, c. 1990s
Located in Portland, England
An elegant vintage Christian Dior ladies wristwatch, dating to the 1990s. The watch features a rectangular gold-tone case with a minimalist light dial, signed Christian Dior Paris, f...
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20th Century Watches

Bvlgari Serpenti 18K Rose Gold SP P35G Black Dial Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Bvlgari Serpenti ladies’ watch showcases the elegance and allure of one of Bvlgari’s most recognizable designs. Crafted in 18K rose gold, the SP P35G model pairs a dee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Daytona Steel White Sticks Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116520
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. Comes with the original box but no papers. Rolex Cosmograph Daytona – Reference 116520 Complete Specifications** General Information Brand: Rolex Mo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Breitling Premier Automatic Men s Watch A37340 Black Dial #19094
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Breitling Premier Men's Watch Model: A37340 Serial: 6210172 This Breitling Premier men's watch has a stainless steel case with a black leather strap. Automatic Movement 40mm case...
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20th Century Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Mini Datejust 26mm 69173 Gray Roman Dial TT YG/SS 1996
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Rolex Mini Datejust 69173 – 26mm – Gray Roman Dial – Two-Tone Yellow Gold & Steel – 1996 SKU 1933 Available exclusively at Classic Time Club, Sydney — your trusted destination for ra...
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1990s Watches

Chopard Happy Sport watch Model number 27/8349-23
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
Chopard Happy Sport watch Model number 27/8349-23. Watch details: Brand: Chopard Collection: Happy Sport Model number: 27/8349-23 Case material: Stainless steel Dial: White Year: 20...
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Early 2000s Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 31 Gold Steel Mother of Pearl VI Diamond Dial Bezel Watch 178384
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Ladies Watch 178384. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel oyster case 31.0 mm in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

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.

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