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Eterna Eternamatic Centenaire Vintage 1950's 18K Yellow Gold Mens Watch
By Eterna
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A beautiful and rare, time capsule Eterna 18k gold watch with matching 18k gold bracelet. Original
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Waltham Fontomatic Men's Wrist Watch w Date
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In its period and considered modernist style circa late 1950's, this 33mm vintage Waltham Men
Category

Vintage 1960s American Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Paris 18Kt. Gold Calatrava Style Watch, from 1950's European Watch Co.
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA: 1950's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 17 Jewels / Sweep / European Watch & Clock Co
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

9K Gold Omega Manual Rare Caliber 420 Vintage 1950's Mens' Watch. All Original.
By Omega
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
particular example is a classic gents' watch, dating from circa 1950's, performed in 9K yellow solid gold
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold

Juvenia Gold-Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch from 1950's High Grade
By Juvenia
Located in Long Beach, CA
woman's watch when new, but the 50's men wore smaller watches, so it might have been a man's watch. It is
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Round Watch with Unique Original Dial From 1950's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 42mm Length X 34mm Diameter MOVEMENT
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Vintage Mathy Tissot Men's Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Mathy Tissot Men's Watch - Manual . 14K Yellow Gold ( 21 x 39 mm ) . Silver dial with
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Bulova 14 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Wristwatch, 1950s
By Bulova
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning 14K gold Bulova Watch, this watch has had little use over it's years, Black Leather band
Category

Vintage 1950s American Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jules Jurgensen Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Dress Watch
By Jules Jugensen
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Quintessential 1950's styling by well known Swiss Watch Company, Jules Jurgensen. This 34mm 14
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 6605 36mm Automatic 1950s Swiss RA198R
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex Oyster perpetual 6605 Datejust automatic, c.1950s. Verified authentic
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

14k Rose Gold Doxa Men's Hand-Winding Watch w/ Leather Band
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
14k Rose Gold Doxa Men's Hand-Winding Watch w/ Leather Band Movement #DOXA103 Case #1036514 Serial
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6565 14k SS Automatic 1950s Vintage RJC149T
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
CRYSTAL : Acrylic BAND TYPE : Leather BAND LENGTH : 20cm including the watch GENDER : Men's Watch
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6634 Gold Capped Automatic 1950s RA237G
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18.5cm with the watch, in excellent vintage condition. A timeless classic, Men's Rolex "Golden Egg
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref 6605 36mm Automatic 1950s Vintage RA198
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A true vintage treasure, Men's Rolex Oyster perpetual Ref.6605 Datejust automatic, c.1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 Gold-Capped 1950s Hand Wind RJC169
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex ref.6694 Oysterdate Precision gold-capped hand-wind dress watch, c
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6565 14k SS Automatic 1950s Vintage Swiss RJC149
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA, USA Watch
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Men's Roamer Automatic Watch with Leather Band
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Lug-to-Lug Width = 19 mm Thickness = 10 mm Beige Dial w/ Rose Gold Tic Marks and Hands (S, M, H) 29 mm
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Universal Geneve Gold $20 Liberty Men's Hand-Winding Watch with Leather Band
By Universal Genève
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Universal Geneve 18k Gold $20 Liberty Men's Hand-Winding Watch w/ Leather Band Movement #ADJLV 18k
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 6305 Diamond Dial Hand Wind 1950s RA15
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
watch GENDER : Men's Watch CONDITION : Pre-owned 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS All of our
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

14k Yellow Gold Longines Mens Hand-Winding Watch w/ Leather Band 23.Z
By Longines
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
14k Yellow Gold Longines Mens Hand-Winding Watch w/ Leather Band 23.Z Movement #23.Z Case
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lucien Piccard 14k Yellow Gold Men's Dress Hand-Winding Watch w/ Leather Band
By Lucien Piccard
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Lucien Piccard 14k Yellow Gold Men's Dress Hand-Winding Watch w/ Leather Band Movement #C18695 Case
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tissot 14k Gold Filled Square Automatic Men's Watch with Leather Band Mov 285
By Tissot
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Tissot 14k Gold Filled Square Automatic Men's Watch with Leather Band Mov 285 Movement #285-1
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Gold-filled

Tag Heuer Carrera WBN2013.FC6503 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
By TAG Heuer
Located in New York, NY
Tag Heuer Carrera WBN2013.FC6503 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 133461 PRIMARY DETAILS
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style with a Mid Century Design 1950's
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
decision in the 1950’s. Having invented the first “electric” or battery watch they decided to launch it
Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Tag Heuer Carrera CAR5A8Y.FC6377 Men's Watch in Ceramic/Titanium
By TAG Heuer
Located in New York, NY
Tag Heuer Carrera CAR5A8Y.FC6377 Men's Watch in Ceramic/Titanium SKU: 134580 PRIMARY DETAILS
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Titanium

Doxa Sub 600T Professional Automatic Orange Dial Men's Watch 861.10.351.10
Located in Wilmington, DE
for his anti magnetic watch at the Worlds Fair in Milan, Italy in 1906. The 1950s saw many brands
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Omega 351 Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold Men's Bumper Wrist Watch
By Omega
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In the popular 32mm case of the period, this great 1950s Omega timepiece is a winner. In original
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men's Rolex Oyster Turn O Graph Ref 6309 18k SS Automatic 1950s Vintage RJC171B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
CRYSTAL : Acrylic BAND TYPE : Leather BAND LENGTH : 21cm including the watch GENDER : Men's Watch
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Men's Rolex Oyster Turn O Graph Ref 6309 18k SS 1950s Vintage Automatic RJC171
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
CRYSTAL : Acrylic BAND TYPE : Leather, croc skin BAND LENGTH : 21cm including the watch GENDER : Men
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Doxa Sub 600T Aquamarine Turquoise and Rubber Strap Men's Watch 862.10.241.25
Located in Wilmington, DE
for his anti magnetic watch at the Worlds Fair in Milan, Italy in 1906. The 1950s saw many brands
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6634 Gold Capped 1950s Automatic RA237
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's Gold-Capped Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6634 automatic dress watch, c.1957
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6564 Diamond Dial Automatic 1950s RA150
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare, dazzling classic, Men's Rolex ref.6564 Oyster Perpetual automatic dress watch with diamond
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Gold

Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6494 34mm Manual Wind 1950s Vintage RA191
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex ref.6494 Oysterdate Precision hand-wind dress watch with roulette red
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage 18k Gold Heuer Big Eyes Chronograph 418 Valjoux 23 Mens Watch i15263
By Heuer
Located in Toledo, OH
Stunning 1940s - 1950s collectible wristwatch from Heuer featuring a solid 18k gold case. This
Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Movado Yellow Gold Men's Wristwatch, circa 1951
By Movado
Located in Stamford, CT
timing and accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch.
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hilton White Gold Filled Mid Century Mystery Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
little gem was produced the Hilton Watch Company. They specialized in unusual men's and ladies watches
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

14K Yellow Gold Vintage Omega Constellation Automatic Watch (32mm)
By Omega
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's 14k yellow gold vintage Omega Constellation automatic wristwatch. Weighs 61.7 grams gross
Category

Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tissot Vintage “Sunburst” Chronograph - Men - 1950-1959
By Tissot
Located in Yeşilköy, TR
Brand:Tissot Model:Vintage “Sunburst” Chronograph Gender:Men Period:1950-1959 Movement:Mechanical
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Movado Vintage “Sunburst” Chronograph - Men - 1950-1959
By Movado
Located in Yeşilköy, TR
Brand:Movado Model:Vintage “Sunburst” Chronograph Gender:Men Period:1950-1959 Movement:Mechanical
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

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
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled, Rose Gold

Vintage Men's Chronograph Fairfax 18k Yellow Gold Case w/Sub Dials & Tachymeter
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Vintage Men's Chronograph Fairfax 18K Yellow Gold Case w/Sub Dials & Tachymeter Movement # 1414
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER 14K Gold Vintage Calatrava Watch ft. collaboration by Movado
By Cartier
Located in San Fernando, CA
the artistry of the era. As Cartier and Movado have collaborated on watches since approx. 1935 on many
Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Patek Philippe Rectangular Cushion 18K Yellow Gold 1950s, Ref. 2492
By Patek Philippe
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold the majesty of the Patek Philippe Rectangular Cushion 18K Yellow Gold 1950s Mechanical Men
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Hamilton Gold-Filled Art Deco Watch with Articulating Lugs 1940's
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
watches to the US military. In 1917, Hamilton introduced its first wristwatch for service men entering the
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch with Unique Floral Engraving, circa 1907
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world. The company's
Category

Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Hamilton Ladies Platinum Art Deco Evening Watch Gold Diamond Bracelet 1940's
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
, American-made watch. Hamilton quickly became a leading manufacturer of pocket watches, and by the early
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Enamel Dial Railroad Pocket Watch, 1940s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
watches. After the war, Hamilton continued to innovate, and the company introduced several new watch
Category

Vintage 1910s Swiss Modern Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world. The company's
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch with Unique Floral and Initials Engraving 1900s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world. The company's
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Elgin Ladies Solid Gold Art Deco Watch with Cord Band 1940s and Box
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world. The company's
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Hand Engraved Pocket Watch from 1918
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
, Elgin was producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world
Category

Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Original Dial, circa 1940s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
. The Elgin Watch Company also played a major role in the development of the pocket watches for the
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch with Custom Finished Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
, Elgin was producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Midsize Rolex Oyster Royal Ref 6244 Manual Wind 1950s Swiss Vintage RA7
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic vintage classic, Men's midsize Rolex Oyster Royal ref.6244 manual wind, c.1950s. Verified
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Open Face American Pocket Watch circa 1912 Enamel Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
even used Elgin’s technology in their Balance Wheels in the 1950’s. When I started learning
Category

Mid-20th Century American Wrist Watches

Hamilton 14K Solid White Gold Art Deco Watch with Presentation Back from 1932
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
one very poor executive decision in the 1950’s. Having invented the first “electric” or battery watch
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Hamilton Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch with Kiln Fired Dial from 1916
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
. Unfortunately, they made one very poor executive decision in the 1950’s. Having invented the first “electric” or
Category

Vintage 1910s Swiss Pocket Watches

Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch from 1923 with Matching Chain
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world. The company's
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Hamilton 14Kt Gold "Midas" Art Deco Watch 1940's with Original Dial Strap & Box
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
, American-made watch. Hamilton quickly became a leading manufacturer of pocket watches, and by the early
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Lady Elgin Gold-Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
million watches. By 1890, Elgin was producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

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Mens 1950s Watches For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of mens 1950s watches. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 283 vintage examples as well as 49 contemporary versions. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 19th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of mens 1950s watches includes designs that are universally popular, but Retro and Modern styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Rolex, Panerai and Omega are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 18, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for round cut mens 1950s watches and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes emerald cut and old european cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for women in our collection of mens 1950s watches, as most of the options available are for men.

How Much are Mens 1950s Watches?

Prices for mens 1950s watches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $125 and can go as high as $136,734, while mens 1950s watches, on average, fetch $5,896.

Finding the Right watches for You

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, new and classic vintage 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, new and vintage watches on 1stDibs — we promise it will be worth your time.

Questions About Mens 1950s Watches
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Yes, men can wear rectangular watches. The truth is that men can wear any shape of timepiece they find appealing. In fact, over the years, watch blogs and the fashion press have hinted at the rising profile of non-round watch shapes. Called shaped or form watches, catchall terms for any non-round models, these less-common designs run the geometrical gamut from square and rectangular to barrel, cushion, oval, trapezoidal or completely asymmetrical. On 1stDibs, find a variety of men's watches from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    No, the Cartier Tank Solo is not a men’s watch. The French luxury watchmaker designed the Tank Solo as a timepiece for both men and women and created it in three sizes to suit a variety of wrists. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Cartier Tank watches.

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