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Waltham Open Faced American Pocket Watch with Period Watch Chain from 1934
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
well as promote the idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were
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1930s Swiss About Vintage Watch

Zenith Watch Art Deco Platinum Diamond Antique Estate Jewelry
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exquisite Zenith Watch from the Art Deco era, made of platinum and diamond. The case and the
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1930s Swiss About Vintage Watch

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1908 Waltham "Offset" Trench/WW1 Watch, YG Filled, 15 Jewels
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Raleigh, NC
are WW1 or Trench watches? They were created using 3/0 and 0 size pocket watch movements and
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1930s American Art Deco About Vintage Watch

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Gold-filled

Vintage 1908 Waltham "Offset" Trench/WW1 Watch, YG Filled, 15 Jewels
1908 Waltham "Offset" Trench/WW1 Watch, YG Filled, 15 Jewels
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H 0.4 in W 1.23 in Dm 1.23 in
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style with Original Period Bracelet from 1935
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
promote the idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were generally produced
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1930s American Art Deco About Vintage Watch

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Tortue with Breguet Engine Turned Dial from 1939
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
market as well as promote the idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were
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1930s American Art Deco About Vintage Watch

Materials

Gold-filled

Omega Pocket Watch
By Omega
Located in Surfside, FL
Omega pocket watch in 18k yellow gold with cream dial. Manual with sub-seconds dial. 47 mm case
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20th Century About Vintage Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Omega Pocket Watch
Omega Pocket Watch
H 1.86 in W 1.86 in L 0.95 in
Agassiz Pocket Watch 246181 14k Yellow Gold Manual Watch
By Agassiz
Located in Surfside, FL
Agassiz Pocket Watch in 14k yellow gold. Manual w/ subseconds. Ref 246181. Fine Pre-owned Agassiz
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20th Century About Vintage Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

I.W.C International Watch Company Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, 1930s
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: I.W.C International Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Pocket Watch / Opened Face
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco About Vintage Watch

Movado Pocket Watch 1260 Manual Watch, 9k Antique Gold Fob Chain
By Movado
Located in Surfside, FL
Movado pocket travel clock- watch in a croco-lizard skin case with a 14" 9k antique gold fob chain
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1930s About Vintage Watch

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Gold

Patek Philippe Pocket Watch 726
By Patek Philippe
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe pocket watch in 18k yellow gold. Manual w/ subseconds. 45 mm case size. Comes with a
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20th Century About Vintage Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Pocket Watch 726
Patek Philippe Pocket Watch 726
H 1.78 in W 1.78 in L 0.95 in
Chanel Mademoiselle Diamond Bezel Watch
By Chanel
Located in San Fernando, CA
finish. Details: CHANEL Mademoiselle Watch Steel case and bracelet Black Dial with white Roman number
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1980s About Vintage Watch

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Diamond, Stainless Steel

Elgin Rose Gold Filled Art Deco Watch Tortue Shaped Watch from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world. The company's success
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1940s American Art Deco About Vintage Watch

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Gold-filled, Rose Gold

IWC Vintage Classic Watch in yellow gold with a Gold dial 36.5mm Manual watch
By IWC
Located in Surfside, FL
case size. Circa1980s. Fine Pre-owned IWC Watch. Certified preowned Vintage IWC Vintage watch is made
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20th Century About Vintage Watch

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Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe 1566J Square Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This 1566J Patek Philippe vintage square watch features large fancy lugs and a 18K
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1940s Swiss Retro About Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

Patek Philippe 1566J Square Watch
Patek Philippe 1566J Square Watch
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W 1.03 in L 1.03 in
Patek Philippe 1431J Square Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Patek Philippe 1431J vintage square watch 37 x 27mm is fitted with a 10"200
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1940s Swiss About Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

Patek Philippe 583R Gondolo Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This 583R Patek Philippe vintage watch features a two tone salmon pink dial, and new
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern About Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

Patek Philippe 583R Gondolo Watch
Patek Philippe 583R Gondolo Watch
W 0.99 in D 0.4 in L 1.5 in
Patek Philippe 2494J Calatrava Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This 2494J Patek Philippe Calatrava watch features a 33 mm in diameter case, with a
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Mid-20th Century Swiss About Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

Patek Philippe 1589R Calatrava Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Patek Philippe 1589R Calatrava watch is jumbo size, 36 mm in diameter, with a
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern About Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

LeCoultre gold fill manual pocket watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Surfside, FL
LeCoultre Gold filled Pocket watch. Manual wind with alarm. Lid folds down so you can use it as a
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20th Century About Vintage Watch

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Gold-filled

Elgin Manual Gold Fill Pcket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Surfside, FL
Gents Elgin in gold fill. Manual. Certified preowned. Fine Pre-owned Elgin Watch. Certified
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20th Century About Vintage Watch

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Gold-filled

Patek Philippe 2488J Manual Wind Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This 2488J vintage rectangular Patek Philippe watch features sub-seconds dial, and a
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern About Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

Patek Philippe 2573-1J Calatrava Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Patek Philippe 2573-1J vintage Calatrava watch features a manual movement with a
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern About Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

Patek Philippe 1432J Art Deco Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This 1432J Patek Philippe Art Deco watch features tear drop lugs and crocodile strap
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco About Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

Patek Philippe 3491/3G Ladies Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Patek Philippe 3491/3G ladies watch features a 26 x 26 mm case with textured
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern About Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

Rare Blackened Gold Bulgari Watch Tubogas Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare version of the iconic Bulgari Tubogas watch made in alternated blackened and yellow 18k
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1960s Swiss About Vintage Watch

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Blackened Gold Bulgari Watch Tubogas Bracelet
Rare Blackened Gold Bulgari Watch Tubogas Bracelet
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W 0.25 in Dm 0.75 in L 5.75 in
Waltham Vanguard Railroad Grade Pocket Watch 9561627
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
Waltham Vanguard premier railroad grade pocket watch. 23 Jewels with 8 adjustments. Movement
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20th Century About Vintage Watch

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Gold-filled

Waltham Vanguard 10k Rolled Gold Pocket Watch
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
16 size. Fine Pre-owned Waltham Watch. Certified preowned Classic Waltham Vanguard Vanguard watch
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20th Century About Vintage Watch

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Gold, Gold Plate

Waltham Vanguard 10k Rolled Gold Pocket Watch
Waltham Vanguard 10k Rolled Gold Pocket Watch
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H 1.97 in W 1.97 in
Waltham Watch 14k Yellow Gold Case Manual
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
size. Circa 1940. Fine Pre-owned Waltham Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Waltham watch is made out
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1940s About Vintage Watch

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Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe 1530A Rectangular Watch, circa 1948
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Patek Philippe 1530A Vintage rectangular stainless steel watch with fancy tear
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern About Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

Patek Philippe 2457J Calatrava Watch Circa 1957
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This 2457J vintage Patek Philippe watch is made in 18K yellow gold features a 27 SC
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Mid-20th Century Swiss About Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

Patek Philippe 2551J Calatrava Watch, circa 1955
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
gold. The watch measures 36mm in diameter, powered with an 12-600 caliber automatic movement, #762136
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern About Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

Patek Philippe 2551J Calatrava Watch, circa 1957
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
gold. The watch measures 36mm in diameter, powered with an 12-600 caliber automatic movement, #755005
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern About Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

Vintage Bulgari Tubogas Gold Wrap Watch Original Box
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
form, from rings to watches. The Tubogas technique was used for another famous Bulgari watch series
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1980s Swiss About Vintage Watch

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe 3419A Stainless Steel Calatrava Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Patek Philippe 3419A vintage Calatrava watch has a Amagnetic 27 AM 400 caliber
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Mid-20th Century Swiss About Vintage Watch

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Stainless Steel

Waltham Classic with a white dial Manual watch
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
Fine Pre-owned Waltham Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Waltham Vintage watch is made out of yellow
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1930s About Vintage Watch

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Yellow Gold

Waltham Classic with a white dial Manual watch
Waltham Classic with a white dial Manual watch
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H 1.07 in W 1.11 in
Patek Philippe 3998/1J Automatic Calatrava Bracelet Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Calatrava on a 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet. The watch is made of 18 Karat yellow gold, with a 315 SC caliber
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern About Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

Elgin 14k Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Manual Wind
By Elgin
Located in Surfside, FL
Elgin pocket watch in 14k yellow gold with floral design hunter case. 8 size (36mm case size
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20th Century About Vintage Watch

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Yellow Gold

Elgin 14k Gold Filled Pocket Watch Ref 27460
By Elgin
Located in Surfside, FL
Antique Elgin "Hunter Case" 42mm diameter, 14K gold filled pocket watch with scalloped edges all
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20th Century About Vintage Watch

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14k Gold, Gold-filled

Elgin 14k Gold Filled Pocket Watch Ref 27460
Elgin 14k Gold Filled Pocket Watch Ref 27460
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H 1.66 in W 1.66 in
Bucherer Classic 18k Yellow Gold Wind Bracelet Watch
By Bucherer
Located in Surfside, FL
Bucherer 18k yellow gold "Bark"manual wind bracelet watch with hinged dial cover. Manual wind. 7.5
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1960s About Vintage Watch

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Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Classic 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Surfside, FL
Chopard retailed by Tiffany & Co. heavy link bracelet watch in 18k yellow gold. Dial signed Tiffany
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1970s About Vintage Watch

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Yellow Gold

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Ladies Wrist Watch
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
market as well as promote the idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were
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1930s Swiss Art Deco About Vintage Watch

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Gold-filled

Swiss Made Chronograph Watch Stainless Steel Case Manual
Located in Surfside, FL
/ subseconds and chronograph. Fine Pre-owned Swiss made Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Swiss made
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20th Century About Vintage Watch

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Tudor Oyster Prince 7950 Stainless Steel Auto Watch
By Tudor
Located in Surfside, FL
. Auto w/ sweep seconds. 34 mm case size. Ref 7950. Fine Pre-owned Tudor Watch. Certified preowned
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20th Century About Vintage Watch

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Stainless Steel

Iwc Classic 18k Yellow Gold Watch Ref. 709A
By IWC
Located in Surfside, FL
and date. 34mm case size. Fits 7.5 inches wrist. Ref 709A. Circa 1970s Fine Pre-owned IWC Watch
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1970s About Vintage Watch

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Yellow Gold

Vintage 1996 Swatch GOOD MORNING Watch - Collector's Item
By Swatch
Located in New York, NY
Transport yourself to 1996 with this Swatch GOOD MORNING watch in very good condition. Perfect for
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1990s Retro About Vintage Watch

French, 1960s, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Omega Lady's Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Watch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. The case is round, the golden bottom slightly
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1960s French Retro About Vintage Watch

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe 570G Calatrava Watch 35.5mm Circa 1968
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This 570G Calatrava Patek Philippe watch features a manual winding movement with a
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1960s Swiss About Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

Tudor Montecarlo Carlo 7149/0 Watch and Papers 1977
By Tudor
Located in London, GB
Watch: Tudor Monte Carlo 7149/0 Watch and Papers 1977 Stock Number: CHW5312 Price: £15,995 This is
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1970s Swiss About Vintage Watch

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Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe 2452J Calatrava Watch 35mm Circa 1951
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
watch is fitted with a 10"200 caliber movement #956774, case #667024. The watch has a silver white dial
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Mid-20th Century Swiss About Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

Belmar Gfss with a White dial 28mm Manual watch
Located in Surfside, FL
1940s. Fine Pre-owned Belmar Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Belmar Vintage watch on a Brown Lizard
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1940s About Vintage Watch

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Gold-filled

Belmar Gfss with a White dial 28mm Manual watch
Belmar Gfss with a White dial 28mm Manual watch
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H 0.91 in W 1.11 in
Gerald Genta Mickey Mouse Quartz Watch Red Leather Strap
By Gérald Genta
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gerald Genta Mickey Mouse Quartz Watch Red Leather Strap Very rare and exclusive collectors watch
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20th Century Artist About Vintage Watch

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Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Panerai Radiomir PAM395 in rose gold 45mm Manual watch
By Panerai
Located in Surfside, FL
pieces. With box and papers. Ref PAM395. Fine Pre-owned Panerai Watch. Certified preowned Dress Panerai
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20th Century About Vintage Watch

Materials

Rose Gold

Vintage Bulgari "Parentesi" Watch in Yellow Gold, & White Diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
A signed watch by Bulgari from the "Parentesi" range in yellow gold 18k / 750. The dial is entirely
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1980s Italian About Vintage Watch

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White Diamond, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Gents Manual Wrist Watch By Judex, c1930s
Located in Westward ho, GB
watch by the French watch makers company Judex. The watch casing is in great condition, free from
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco About Vintage Watch

Hamilton Pocket Watch 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch Ref R3163
By Hamilton
Located in Surfside, FL
Hamilton pocket watch in 14k yellow gold - model 923 manual wind movement with 23 jewels. The best
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1950s About Vintage Watch

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Yellow Gold

Movado Pocket Watch Vermeil 'Gold over 0.935 Silver' Manual
By Movado
Located in Surfside, FL
"Baby Ermetto" Movado watch in vermeil (gold over 0.935 silver). Circa 1950. Manual. Fine Pre-owned
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1950s About Vintage Watch

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Vermeil, Silver

Sam Mercer Liverpool 18k Yellow Gold Mm Manual Watch
Located in Surfside, FL
Sam Mercer Liverpool hunter case pocket watch in 18k yellow gold. 18k gold hand engraved dial. Key
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20th Century About Vintage Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

Hamilton Classic Watch, Stainless Steel, Quartz Case Ref 39103
By Hamilton
Located in Surfside, FL
Hamilton "BuAero" in stainless steel. Quartz. Ref 39103. Fine Pre-owned Hamilton Watch. Certified
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20th Century About Vintage Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ladies 18kt Yellow Gold Mathey-Tissot Watch, #3560625, Manual
By Tissot
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Beautiful ladies 18kt yellow gold Mathey-Tissot watch with a 25mm case (7mm thick), gold face with
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1960s Modern About Vintage Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulova Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Manual Wind Watch
By Bulova
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / "Curvex" METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco About Vintage Watch

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On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate about vintage watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, stainless steel and yellow gold. You’re likely to find the perfect about vintage watch among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Creating an about vintage watch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Rolex, Patek Philippe and Cartier are consistently popular. An about vintage watch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 102 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for an about vintage watch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A vintage watch is any watch that is at least two decades old. A model number can usually be found on a watch's movement for identification purposes, and date marks on the back of a watch can usually tell you if it is vintage. Vintage timepieces have made a comeback for serious collectors as well as casual enthusiasts all over the world. Find a collection of vintage watches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The gold content of a vintage watch will depend on the make and model of the watch. Gold is a popular choice for luxury watches due to its finish and yellow-golden hue that can be achieved through gold or gold-plated bands. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted vintage watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The easiest way to determine if a watch is vintage is to look for a date on the back. If the date is more than 20 years old, the timepiece would be considered vintage. If a watch lacks a date, a certified appraiser has the knowledge and experience needed to determine its age. Find a variety of watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    To identify your vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. Those made before 1944 have seven-digit numbers; from 1944 on, the numbers have eight digits. On vintage models, the serial number is engraved on the inside of the case back.You can cross-reference this number online to find out what model your watch is. Explore a wide variety of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Wind a vintage Omega watch by twisting the crown at the side in a clockwise direction. Stop winding once you feel the movement of the crown stop. Browse a range of authenticated vintage and contemporary Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    To identify a vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. On most vintage timepieces, this number appears on the inside of the caseback. By cross-referencing the number with the information provided by trusted online resources, you can learn what model your watch is and discover other details like its ownership history. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Omega watches.
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    Seiko watches include a few different identifying marks. Before 1970, serial numbers were seven digits, and limited-edition models had a piece number. Modern Seiko watches have a six-digit serial number, which includes the manufacturing date. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Seiko watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can check if your vintage Omega watch is the real deal by cross-referencing the serial number stamped on the watch. The serial number is seven to eight digits long, and if it doesn’t match the company’s database, this is a serious red flag that can indicate that the piece is fake. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The best vintage Omega timepiece to buy is largely a matter of personal preference. The Seamaster and Speedmaster are two timeless options available in a variety of finishes and styles. No matter which watch you choose, only buy from a reputable dealer or online platform to ensure you receive an authentic timepiece. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Omega watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Unless you have training in jewelry repair, you should not take the back off a vintage Omega watch on your own. Opening the timepieces requires a specially designed tool available only to jewelers authorized to service Omega watches. Shop a selection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To authenticate a vintage Cartier watch, remove the case back and you’ll see the brand name inscribed. “CARTIER” is located at the seven o’clock or ten o’clock markers and “SWISS MADE” under the six o’clock marker on genuine watches. Counterfeiters often omit these details or even spell the brand name wrong. Cartier watches have a substantial weight due to the high quality materials used to craft the timepiece, and a lightweight watch could be an indication that your piece is a fake. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of genuine Cartier timepieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if a vintage Gucci watch is real, look for a serial number on the back of the case and/or on the original box if you have it. Then, contact Gucci customer service by phone for assistance with authentication. If you are unable to find a serial number, the best approach is likely to take the timepiece to a knowledgeable appraiser who can authenticate the item. Find a range of Gucci watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    There are no specific criteria for what makes a military watch a military watch. However, people may call watches "military" if they resist damage due to shocks, are highly waterproof, accurate and easy to read in extreme environments. On 1stDibs, find a selection of military watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Yes, there were watches in the 1960s. The first recorded wristwatch dates back to 1868, when Patek Philippe, a watchmaker founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek, designed a timepiece for Countess Koscowicz of Hungary. Shop a collection of vintage watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A bumper watch is a watch that uses bumper movement for rotation. Modern watches have rotors that spin a 360 degree, whereas bumper movement is back and forth at about 120 degrees. It is a type of self-winding, automatic movement. Find a broad range of antique and vintage watches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Polerouter watch is a timepiece designed by Universal Genève. The Swiss watchmaker released the watch in 1954. Legendary designer Gerald Genta created the design. Its fluted chapter ring and oversize 12 o'clock marker set it apart from other mid-century modern pieces. Shop a range of Universal Genève Polerouter watches on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Bentley, Breitling created the B01 Chronograph 42 Bentley Centenary Limited Edition watch. There are other versions of the Breitling Bentley available. Find a collection of expertly vetted Breitling Bentley watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    A 41 watch is a timepiece produced by the Swiss luxury watchmaker Rolex. Its full name is the Rolex Datejust 41, and the number 41 comes from the fact that it has an Oyster case that measures 41 mm in diameter. You'll find a large selection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A watch key is utilized to wind the watch and set the time in pocket watches. This is generally done by opening the watch back and positioning the key over the winding-arbor and turning the hands. Shop a range of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
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    The Waterbury Watch Company was established in the late 1870s in Connecticut to give people an inexpensive watch. It was very simply made, featured a nickel-plated case, no cover and it only had an hour hand. Through many buy-outs over the years, Waterbury eventually was folded into the Timex brand. Find a collection of vintage watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.