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Art Deco Wrist Watches

ART DECO STYLE

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

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Style: Art Deco
Tiffany Co. Platinum Diamond Lady s Watch
Located in New York, NY
Created by Tiffany & Co., this lady's watch has an art deco style, circa 1920s. Its mesh strap is lined with diamonds. The movement is C H Meylan, and has 18 jewels. Total weight is ...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Longines Curvex Platinum Cal. 9L Collectors Wrist Watch
Located in Antwerp, BE
Longines Curvex Platinum, Movement Caliber 9L Extremely Rare Collectors Wrist Watch Case : Platinum, Curvex, Wide 20 mm and 44.2 mm Lengt...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Platinum

TIFFANY CO. Art Deco Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Watch
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning watch from the Art Deco (ca1930s) era by legendary jeweler Tiffany and Co.! Crafted in platinum, the case of the watch features a row of channel set French cut sapphires, ...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Le Coultre 18Kt Solid Gold Round Art Deco Watch in a Modernist Style 1950 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Le Coultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Round METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's / 50's DIMENSION...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Rolex Rose Gold and Steel Bubble Back with RareThunderbird Bezel
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel & Solid Rose Gold Thunderbird Bezel DIMENSIONS: Length 40mm X Diameter 32mm CI...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Longines 18Kt. Yellow Gold Men s Wrist Watch, French Hallmarked 1930 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Modified Tonneau Shape CIRCA: 1930's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 17 Jewels / Caliber 10.85 DIAL / HANDS: Roman Numerals / Blued Ste...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Sternwatch Stainless Steel Art Deco New Old Stock Manual Wind Watch, 1930s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Sternwatch STYLE / REFERENCE: Rectangle / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 35mm X Width 20mm CIRCA: 1930's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual W...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

14K YG Wide Bangle Diamond Watch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This exquisite Omega diamond bangle watch showcases timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. Featuring a central diamond surrounded by a brilliant pavé-set design, the total ...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Diamond

Waltham Gold-filled Hunters Case Pocket Watch circa 1896 with Rare Bloom Finish
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Hunters Case Pendant Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1896 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 35mm MOVEMENT...
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1890s American Antique Art Deco Wrist Watches

Jean Sybe Watch 14K YG
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Elegant Jean Sybe women's wristwatch crafted in solid 14K yellow gold. This timeless piece features a double rope chain design, with each chain measuring 3.0...
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1980s American Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

Longines 14Kt. Yellow Gold Art Deco Rare Hand Constructed Bracelet Watch, 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Integrated Bracelet METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 36mm X Width 20mm CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Cal. 9L DIAL / HANDS: Original Applied Markers / Baton Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 20mm Wide Gold Bracelet 7 5/8 Length, 19cm WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This great looking Longines wrist watch...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Prince 1490 9k Yellow and White Gold
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage 9k yellow and white gold Rolex Prince ref: 1490, another fine example of a rare Rolex creation. Featuring it's original silver dial with gilt borders, applied gilt baton h...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Art Deco Curved Moeris Ladies Сheckered Enamel Watch Box Cross Fob, 1910
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Art Deco Curved Moeris Ladies' Сheckered Enamel Watch Box Cross Fob, 1910 Art Deco unique enamel сheckered design lady's wristwatch. Presented in a period-correct box that has a spe...
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1910s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Enamel

Heuer Stainless Steel Original Dial Triple Date Chronograph Wristwatch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Heuer Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 42mm X Diameter 36mm CIRCA: 1940's MOVEMENT / CALI...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Elgin 14Kt Solid White Gold Art Deco Watch with Original Dial circa 1926
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1926 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm, Lug Tip to Lug T...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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White Gold

Gruen Gold Filled Ladies Art Deco Watch with Original Dial and Bracelet 1930 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 17mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber Gruen 835 / Rolex 200...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

Gubelin 14K White Gold Diamond Bezel Deco Dial Snake Bracelet
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The watch is a remarkable piece from 1940, showcasing a classic rectangular design that makes it stand out. It is powered by a manual movement, hinting at its traditional craftsmansh...
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1940s Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

Omega Rose Gold Oversized Tonneau with Original Kiln Fired Enamel Print dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Tonneau Shape METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Rose Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 53mm X Width 33mm CIRCA: 1920's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual...
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1920s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Hamilton 14Kt White Gold "Spur" Watch circa 1920 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference "Spur" METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt White Gold / Kiln Fired Enamel Print CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm X Diameter 34mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 19 Jewels / Caliber 979 DIAL / HANDS: Original Sterling Silver with Kiln Fired Enamel Print / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / BRACELET: Leather, 12mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT Yikes... we never see this model and have only seen a few in the last 50 years, and never one with what appears to be the original box. This was one of Hamiltons most legendary wristwatches and it is exceptional condition. Since it has been in a vault for about 50 years the price includes a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker. Asymmetrical models are among the most sought after wrist watches in the vintage world. Hamilton produced one of the earliest and most intriguing examples, which they called the "Spur" for obvious reasons. it was first introduced in 1928, the Spur remained in production until 1932. Oddly, it only appeared in the Hamilton catalogs for a single year, 1930. It can be presumed that the "Great Depression" had something to do with this. This rare timepiece boasts a distinctive case with a black enamel bezel. The Spur started a trend with Hamiltion and they next produced the "Piping Rock" models. The Spur has hidden lugs that are tucked behind a series of cascading fins, creating a truly unique design. A tiny watch, even by vintage standards, the Spur features a delicate 12mm strap. Originally priced at $125, production numbers were limited, with a total of 1,183 pieces created: 683 in white gold, 499 in yellow gold, and a single, elusive example in green gold. Just two years later, in 1928, Hamilton introduced another groundbreaking design: the "Piping Rock." This watch featured a tonneau-shaped gold case with a striking black enamel bezel. Its unique aesthetic captured the attention of the era, and it was chosen to commemorate the New York Yankees' World Series victory that same year. Specially engraved editions were presented to legendary players like Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth, solidifying the Piping Rock's place in Hamilton's history of iconic timepieces. HAMILTON HISTORY The wrong train, on the wrong track, at the wrong time at the end of the 19th century frequently resulted in disastrous train wrecks. In response to the critical need for accuracy on the nation’s railroads, laws were passed in 1891 establishing set standards of accuracy. All engineers and railroad workers were required to purchase and maintain their watches to keep accurate time based on set standards, about 30 seconds per week was the tolerance. This was the inspiration for The Hamilton Watch Company which was founded in 1892 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The company was started by a group of investors who were looking to create a high-quality, American-made watch. Hamilton quickly became a leading manufacturer of pocket watches, and by the early 1900s, the company was supplying watches to the US military. In 1917, Hamilton introduced its first wristwatch for service men entering the first World War. The wristwatch quickly became popular with both soldiers and civilians recognizing how practical they were. Hamilton continued to grow throughout the 1920s and 1930s, and by the 1940s, the company was one of the largest watchmakers in the world. Hamilton had exceptional engineers and designers, and their watches were elegantly styled as well as dependable. As a watchmaker myself I consider Hamilton to be one of the worlds “best” watches. It was mass produced perfection. Even today, you can take 100 old Hamilton’s of the same model apart and shake them up in a bag and reassemble 100 watches that will work perfectly with almost no adjustment. This is an achievement. In the early 1930’s our family store in Los Angeles was the a “Hamilton” Store. Even during the depression though Hamilton did not allow you to discount the price to sell a watch. Also, in the neighborhood was another Hamilton store and one day the owner sent in a “shill” to buy a Hamilton from us. Someone gave them a slight discount. Well, that was all it took for Hamilton to “pull the line” from us. In those days the local jewelry supply houses sold you the watches and they were all told not to sell to us. We simply contacted Gruen, and they were very excited to have a new account in Los Angeles and we immediately became a Gruen Store. A few months later, the other jeweler in the neighborhood went out of business and Hamilton came back to us asking if we wanted “the line” again. No thanks was the response and we never carried Hamilton again. During World War II, Hamilton supplied watches to the US military again. In addition, with contracts for the Navy, they produced the world’s most accurate navigational chronometers. The company also developed several new technologies for use in military watches. After the war, Hamilton continued to innovate, and the company introduced several new watch designs for the future. Unfortunately, they made one very poor executive decision in the 1950’s. Having invented the first “electric” or battery watch they decided to launch it before all the “bugs'' were worked out. Too many of them failed and at the same time, Bulova launched their version of the electric, or battery watch called the Accutron. It did not fail and that was the demise of one of America's most successful and influential companies. Their watches, however, still live on and parts are available and the average Hamilton, with only average care, will last hundreds of years. Their commitment to excellence has never been surpassed by any watch company. The Hamilton Spur...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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White Gold

Piaget Limelight Tonneau Gala Rose 3.5CT 18K Gold Diamonds Mother of Pearl Dial
Located in London, GB
Fork In Time is proud to offer on the 1st Dibs marketplace: Piaget Limelight Gala 18K Rose Gold Case & Deployment Clasp Approx 3.5CT Total Brilliant Cut Diamonds across Shoulders, ...
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2010s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Howard Stainless Steel Art Deco Exhibition Back Watch, circa 1920 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Howard Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Steel with Exhibition Back CIRCA / YEAR: 1921 Movement / European Case from 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 55mm x Diameter 44mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 21 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Unique Art Nouveau Numbers...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Thomas Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Bracelet Style Wristwatch from 1940 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Thomas Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled / Original Bracelet CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm x Width 22mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Tonneau Movement DIAL / HANDS: Original with Breguet Style Arabic Numerals ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 14mm Yellow Gold Filled Bracelet...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

Chopard for Tiffany Co. 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Unisex Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Chopard for Tiffany & Co unisex watch in 18K yellow gold featuring octagonal case with textured dial and integrated bracelet. Model 5086 with serial 118865 weighing 56.24 gra...
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1970s Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

GLYCINE Art Deco Platinum Ruby Diamond Watch 2.50ctw
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous platinum, diamond, and ruby Glycine watch from the Art Deco (ca1920s) era! This gorgeous watch has a rectangle-shaped watch face, which is surrounded by a wonderful and feminine design that is encrusted with sparkling diamonds and calibrated rubies. The clock belly has a white face with handprinted black numbers and blued steel hands. Around the face are 42 bead set single cut diamonds separated by milgrain detailing with floral motif etchings adorning the side of the watchcase and crown. Connected to each side of the centerpiece by a hinge is a platinum link containing 4 bead set single cut diamonds flanking bezel set triangle cut diamonds which is surrounded by calibrated channel set diamonds. The band of the watch is made of platinum mesh framed on each side by 48 single cut diamonds, each stone bead set into a milgrained link, making a beautifully flexible design. The watch is secured by a push catch with a bar safety feature, which is also set with an additional 6 single cut diamonds. The overall approximate diamond weight of the watch is approximately 2.50ctw. The underside of the clasp is stamped "5% Iridium Plat". The movement is a 17 jewel Swiss movement made by Glycine Watch Co., which later became renowned for their military and aviator watches...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Henry Birks and Son Platinum Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1930 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Henry Birks & Sons STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Diamond Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum / Metal Cord Band CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 55m ...
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1920s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Platinum

Doxa Platinum and Diamond Ladies Bracelet Dress Watch, circa 1930 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Doxa Watch company by Wyler STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum & Diamonds CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS /...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Wittnauer Steel Calendar Watch with Original Dial and Bracelet in New Condition
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Wittnauer Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Adjustable Calendar METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZ...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Day Night 18K Gold Hand-Wind Men’s Watch Ref. 270.2.54
Located in New York, NY
A distinguished Art Deco classic from Jaeger-LeCoultre, this Reverso Duoface Ref. 270.2.5 is crafted in luxurious 18k gold, highlighting the elegance and prestige of one of the brand...
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20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Longines Nickel Campaign Style Watch with a Flawless Kiln Fired Dial from 1915
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Military / Campaign Style METAL / MATERIAL: Nickel CIRCA / YEAR: 1915 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 33mm MOVEME...
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1910s American Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Wristwatch, platinum and white gold, with diamonds, Art Deco
Located in Berlin, DE
This elegant ladies' wristwatch in timeless Art Deco style combines classic aesthetics with the finest watchmaking craftsmanship – a stylish collector's piece for lovers of exclusive...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Diamond, White Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold

West End Watch Company Queen Anne Steel British Broad Arrow Pilots Watch 1915 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: West End Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: British Military / Campaign Style METAL / MATERIAL: Early Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 191...
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1910s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Hamilton 14Kt Solid Gold Ladies Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch 1930 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau Shape METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 31mm X Width 16mm...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

ORIGINAL ANTIQUE ART DECO TIFFANY CO GOLD STEEL WRIST WATCH WiTH CROC STRAP
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super elegant original Tiffany & Co Gold & Steel with Croc leather strap Art Deco style wrist watch Th...
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20th Century English Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Gold, Steel

Beautiful Platinum Diamond Bracelet Dress Watch with Big Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful Platinum Diamond Bracelet Dress Watch With Big Diamonds Movement: Mechanical Manual Winding Functions: Hours, minutes Material: Platinum Case: Case 10 mm x 22.5 mm Thickness 7.1 mm, sapphire glass. Dial: White dial with black Arabic numerals. Strap: Diamond bracelet strap...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Lady s Platinum, Gold and Diamond Art Deco Tonneau Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Cartier platinum, diamond and 18K yellow gold Art Deco Tortue wristwatch, circa 1925. An extremely rare wristwatch with a grosgrain ribbon bracelet. The 20mm x 26mm tonneau case has...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

Henry Birks Sons Platinum Ladies Art Deco Watch With Diamond Bezel circa 1915
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Henry Birks & Sons STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Lozenge Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" X ...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Platinum

Omega Platinum Diamond Articulated Art Deco Dress Watch, circa 1930s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Articulated Case METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum and Diamond DIMENSIONS: Length 59mm X Width 14mm CIRCA: 1930's MOVEME...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Platinum

Hamilton 14Kt Gold "Midas" Art Deco Watch 1940 s with Original Dial Strap Box
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Midas Series / Art Deco Tank METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 22mm X Width 33mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 19 Jewels / Caliber 982M DIAL / HANDS: Original Two Tone in Sterling Silver with 18Kt. Solid Gold Applied Numerals ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 16mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement This is a "vault find" watch, it has been locked up for nearly 50 years, which means it needs a service. We will give it a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker as part of the purchase price before it is shipped out to you. This will delay shipping for a few days of course. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is a great looking and dependable watch by this legendary American House from Lancaster Pennsylvania. This watch is offered with what appears to be an original period Alligator strap and an original Hamilton buckle and box. While the strap is to fragile to be practical it does indicate that this watch is in nearly new condition. Hamilton was devoted to excellence from their most modest watch to their finest. For example, Hamilton Dials were made in all Sterling Silver with Solid Gold 18Kt. Applied Numerals. No American house did this on all their watches. Only the finest Swiss houses had this level of quality. This watch will keep dependable time for the next 200 years if you give it a service every so often. Hamilton History The wrong train, on the wrong track, at the wrong time at the end of the 19th century frequently resulted in disastrous train wrecks. In response to the critical need for accuracy on the nation’s railroads, laws were passed in 1891 establishing set standards of accuracy. All engineers and railroad workers were required to purchase and maintain their watches to keep accurate time based on set standards, about 30 seconds per week was the tolerance. This was the inspiration for The Hamilton Watch Company which was founded in 1892 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The company was started by a group of investors who were looking to create a high-quality, American-made watch. Hamilton quickly became a leading manufacturer of pocket watches, and by the early 1900s, the company was supplying watches to the US military. In 1917, Hamilton introduced its first wristwatch for service men entering the first World War. The wristwatch quickly became popular with both soldiers and civilians recognizing how practical they were. Hamilton continued to grow throughout the 1920s and 1930s, and by the 1940s, the company was one of the largest watchmakers in the world. Hamilton had exceptional engineers and designers and their watches were elegantly styled as well as dependable. As a watchmaker myself I consider Hamilton to be one of the worlds “best” watches. It was mass produced perfection. Even today, you can take 100 old Hamilton’s of the same model apart and shake them up in a bag and reassemble 100 watches that will work perfectly with almost no adjustment. This is an achievement. In the early 1930’s our family store in Los Angeles was a “Hamilton” Store. Even during the depression though Hamilton did not allow you to discount the price to sell a watch. Also, in the neighborhood was another Hamilton store and one day the owner sent in a “shill” to buy a Hamilton from us, someone gave them a slight discount. Well, that was all it took for Hamilton to “pull the line” from us. In those days the local jewelry supply houses sold you the watches and they were all told not to sell to us. We simply contacted Gruen, and they were very excited to have a new account...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Gold

Vintage Art Deco Silver and Diamond Wrist Watch
Located in Cairo, EG
Vintage silver wrist watch in art deco style in geometric designe with 6 large old mine cut diamonds 3.7mm each stone diameter flanked with smaller ...
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1920s Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Bulova Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940 with Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm "Lug Tip to...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

Chronometre Election 18Kt. Solid Gold Campaign Style Watch, Circa 1920 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Chronometre Election STYLE / REFERENCE: Military Campaign Style / Articulated Lugs METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm x Diameter 32mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels / Election Caliber DIAL / HANDS: Original Kiln Fired Enamel with Luminous Numbers / Blued Steel Luminous Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 14mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic campaign style watch was produced in Switzerland by Election Watch...
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1920s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex 34mm Oysterdate Precision 6294 Two Tone Honeycomb Bowtie Gold Watch
Located in Miami, FL
This Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6294 features a striking Honeycomb Bowtie two-tone dial, paired with a classic gold-tone case. The watch was produced in the 1950's,specifically betwe...
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1950s Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Gold Plate

Tissot Stainless Steel High Grade Chronograph from The Late 40 s / 50 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tissot Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Leng...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

E. Gubelin 18 Karat, Two-Tone Rose and White Gold Ladies Art Deco Watch ca 1930
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: E. Gubelin / Lucerne STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco, Two Tone METAL: 18Kt Rose and White Gold CIRCA: 1930's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 18 Jewels High Grade "Extra" DIAL / HANDS: Silvered With Enamel Print / Blued Steel Hands DIMENSIONS: Length 32mm X Diameter 27mm ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 12mm Black Lizard, Medium Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This extremely high grade ladies wrist watch is entirely hand made. The case in two colors of 18Kt. gold has a sophisticated style. Gubelin, being the premier jewelry...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Gruen Rare 14Kt Art Deco Tank Style Watch with Original Dial from 1930
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 23mm MOVEM...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Milus Vintage Gold 18K
Located in PARIS, FR
Discover this vintage Milus watch, from a renowned Swiss maison celebrated for its refined craftsmanship and meticulous finishing. This rare model captivat...
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1950s European Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Engraved 14k Gold Art Deco Genève Wristwatch, Dated 1931 — A Timeless Heirloom
Located in Wailea, HI
Engraved 14k Gold Art Deco Genève Wristwatch, Dated 1931 — A Timeless Heirloom A rare surviving artifact of early 20th-century craftsmanship, this exquisite Genève wristwatch is hou...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

LaFemme 14 Karat Ladies Watch 22 Total Diamonds
By LaFemme
Located in Manhasset, NY
Nice petite vintage ladies watch by La Femme 14 Karat Ladies Watch 22 Total Diamonds.
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Rectangular Cushion 18K Yellow Gold 1950s, Ref. 2492
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold the majesty of the Patek Philippe Rectangular Cushion 18K Yellow Gold 1950s Mechanical Men's Watch Ref. 2492, a masterpiece of horolog...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1933 Original Flawless Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1933 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Width 23m MOVEMEN...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

Rolex Pocket Watch 9165. Antique Rolex Precision 9165 Circa 1952
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Rolex Pocket Watch. Precision Ref: 9165 Circa 1952 Please refer to pictures to see the movement. Condition: Winds up and ticks. Second hand moves smoothly. Details: 45....
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1950s Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Elgin Watch Company Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Round Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm Lug Tip to Lug...
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1950s American Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

Rolex 9 Carat Gold Cushion Shaped Watch with Original Breguet Dial from 1922
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape / Fixed Wire Lugs METAL / MATERIAL: 9Ct. English Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1922 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 31mm x Width 36mm MOVEMENT: Manual Winding / 18 Jewels / High Grade / Ultra Prima with 6 Adjustments DIAL / HANDS: Silvered Breguet Engine Turned with Arabic Numerals / Blued Steel Breguet Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic cushion shaped watch is 100 years old and still looks new. The serial number dates it to about 1922. The case has all the appropriate Hallmarks as well as the correct Rolex stamps...
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1920s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Van Cleef Arpels 18Kt. Art Deco Ultra Thin Pocket Watch, circa 1930 s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Van Cleef & Arpels STYLE / REFERENCE: 1/2 Hunter Pocket Watch / Ultra Thin METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 54mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Silvered with Roman Numerals / Blued Steel Breguet Style Hands WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This fantastic and elegant watch was sold by the legendary house of Van Cleef & Arpels. It is the ultimate in Ultra Thin and is entirely hand made. It has just been serviced by our finest watchmaker and we offer it with our 18 month warranty. Only Cartier offered watches of the quality along with Van Cleef. The watch is called a Half Hunter, as you can check the without opening the cover, or open it for a more accurate reading. This watch is offered with an 18Kt. Gold and Platinum Pocket Watch Chain...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Audemars Piguet Rare Vintage Top Hat Yellow Gold 5045BA
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare and exceptional vintage Audemars Piguet Top Hat Ref. 5045BA in excellent condition. This elegant timepiece features a manually wind movement encased in an 18k yellow gold squ...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Chromium Marconi Hermetic Manual Wind Watch, circa 1930s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex / Marconi STYLE / REFERENCE: Hermetic METAL / MATERIAL: Chromium CIRCA: 1930's DIMENSIONS: Length 35mm X Diameter 29mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Silvered with Arabic Numerals / Blued Steel Breguet Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 16mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This very unique watch...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

Buren Watch Company 14 Karat Solid Gold Art Deco Watch, circa 1930s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Buren Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Dress Model METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Lengt...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

18K White Gold Diamond Art-Deco 1930 s Swiss Ladies Dress Watch by Lavina
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This ladies' dress watch is from Art-Deco period, yet it's in beautiful vintage condition & in excellent working order. It features: 18K White Gold 15mm x 22mm Rectangle Case, d...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Titus Late Art Deco Odeonesque Concealed Cocktail Bracelet Watch Diamonds Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Art Deco diamond and synthetic ruby odeonesque concealed bracelet and cocktail watch in 19.2kt yellow gold and platinum, signed Titus, Portugal, 1940s. This exquisite piece boasts a ...
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1940s Portuguese Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Birks and Sons Platinum Ladies Art Deco Diamond Dress Watch from 1930 s
By Adams
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Henry Birks & Sons of Canada STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Dress Style METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm X Diameter 18mm ...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Art Deco Wrist Watches