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Gucci Chronograph 7700 Stainless-steel Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Gucci Model: 7700 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : Case width: 31 mm . (without crown)x 42mm Band Type ...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

2020 Cartier Drive De Retrograde Dual Time 18K Rose Gold Day/Night WGNM0005 BNP
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this 2020 Cartier Drive De Retrograde Dual Time Automatic Watch WGNM0005. The watch was dated into service in August of 2023, it is still under factory 5-year...
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Green Dial Smooth Oyster Watch Ref: 126200
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 36mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Excellent Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 126200 Model - Datejust Di...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Men Datejust 36mm Turn-O-Graph Steel Jubilee Black Dial Watch Ref: 116264
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 36mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Gift Box 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Excellent Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 116264 Model - Datejust Turn-O-Graph ...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Art Deco Floral Sapphire Diamond Ladies Dress Watch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Stunning ornate art deco ladies diamond and platinum watch with sapphire accent in the shape of leaves on the case and channel set on the band. The sides of the case have ornate scr...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Rolex Datejust Midsize Ladies 31mm 18k Gold & Steel Gold Dial Watch Ref: 68273
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 31mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Great Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 68273 Model - Datejust Dial Co...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Rolex Mens Datejust 41 18K Yellow Gold & Steel Watch ICED 20ct Arabic Ref 126303
Located in Pleasanton, CA
"Rolex Datejust 41mm Watch customized with 20.00 carats of Genuine Diamonds! The entire watch is Genuine only the custom Diamond Bezel and Dial have been added. The entire bezel, dia...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Steel

MAC - Vintage gold ladies Quartz Watch 'Complimentary Extra Straps'
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
【MAC 】 INSPIRED BY THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN OF THE NITERÓI CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM IN RIO DE JANEIRO, THE THIN BUT DOUBLE LAYERS DIAL WAS DESIGNED INTELLIGENTLY TO MIMIC A FUTURISTI...
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2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega 210.30.42.20.06.001 Seamaster Grey Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 210.30.42.20.06.001 Model: Seamaster Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Blue Ceramic Dial: Grey Face: Sapphire Cry...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Mens Datejust 41 Stainless Steel ICED 18ct Silver Roman Dial Watch 116300
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 41mm Watch customized with 18.00 carats of Genuine Diamonds! The entire watch is Genuine only the custom Diamond Bezel and Dial have been added. The entire bezel, dial...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

MAC - black & white ladies Quartz Watch 'Complimentary Extra Straps'
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
【MAC 】 INSPIRED BY THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN OF THE NITERÓI CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM IN RIO DE JANEIRO, THE THIN BUT DOUBLE LAYERS DIAL WAS DESIGNED INTELLIGENTLY TO MIMIC A FUTURISTI...
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2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Men Datejust 36mm Turn-O-Graph Steel Jubilee Blue Dial Watch Ref: 116264
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 36mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Gift Box 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Excellent Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 116264 Model - Datejust Turn-O-Graph ...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Mens Datejust 41 18K Yellow Gold & Steel ICED 22ct Roman Dial Watch 116333
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 41mm Watch customized with 22.00 carats of Genuine Diamonds! The entire watch is Genuine only the custom Diamond Bezel and Dial have been added. The entire bezel, dial...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Steel

MAC - eclectic blue ladies Quartz Watch 'Complimentary Extra Straps'
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
【MAC 】 INSPIRED BY THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN OF THE NITERÓI CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM IN RIO DE JANEIRO, THE THIN BUT DOUBLE LAYERS DIAL WAS DESIGNED INTELLIGENTLY TO MIMIC A FUTURISTI...
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2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady Datejust 28mm Stainless Steel Smooth Oyster Silver Dial Watch 279160
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 28mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box and Papers 100% Authentic, Swiss Ice Certificate of Value & Authenticity Card Condition - (Excellent Condition) - See Pics Watch ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

MAC - Classic Dial Leather Chocolate Quartz Watch 'Complimentary Extra Straps'
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
【MAC 】 INSPIRED BY THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN OF THE NITERÓI CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM IN RIO DE JANEIRO, THE THIN BUT DOUBLE LAYERS DIAL WAS DESIGNED INTELLIGENTLY TO MIMIC A FUTURISTI...
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2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

MAC - 41mm Plain Dial Leather Blue Quartz Watch 'Complimentary Extra Straps'
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
【MAC 】 INSPIRED BY THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN OF THE NITERÓI CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM IN RIO DE JANEIRO, THE THIN BUT DOUBLE LAYERS DIAL WAS DESIGNED INTELLIGENTLY TO MIMIC A FUTURISTI...
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2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

MAC - brown ladies Quartz Watch 'Complimentary Extra Straps'
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
【MAC 】 INSPIRED BY THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN OF THE NITERÓI CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM IN RIO DE JANEIRO, THE THIN BUT DOUBLE LAYERS DIAL WAS DESIGNED INTELLIGENTLY TO MIMIC A FUTURISTI...
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2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

MAC - Classic Plain Dial Leather Blue Quartz Watch 'Complimentary Extra Straps'
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
【MAC 】 INSPIRED BY THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN OF THE NITERÓI CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM IN RIO DE JANEIRO, THE THIN BUT DOUBLE LAYERS DIAL WAS DESIGNED INTELLIGENTLY TO MIMIC A FUTURISTI...
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2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster Cosmic 35mm Reference 165.026
Located in New York, NY
This is a nice condition Omega Cosmic Seamaster Reference 165.026 from 1966. This watch has a rare grey two tone dial. It is powered by an automatic caliber 552 movement. The steel...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

A. Lange & Sohne Lange 1 Moonphase Platinum Automatic Watch
Located in Rome, IT
Authentic A. Lange & Sohne Lange 1 Moonphase Platinum Automatic Watch 109.025 This watch features a 38.5 mm Case, Silver Dial, Date, Mechanical-Manual Wound Movement with a Skeleton ...
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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

MAC - 41mm Plain Dial Leather Band Quartz Watch 'Complimentary Extra Straps'
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
【MAC 】 INSPIRED BY THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN OF THE NITERÓI CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM IN RIO DE JANEIRO, THE THIN BUT DOUBLE LAYERS DIAL WAS DESIGNED INTELLIGENTLY TO MIMIC A FUTURISTI...
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2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

MAC - Classic Plain Dial Leather Black Quartz Watch 'Complimentary Extra Straps'
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
【MAC 】 INSPIRED BY THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN OF THE NITERÓI CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM IN RIO DE JANEIRO, THE THIN BUT DOUBLE LAYERS DIAL WAS DESIGNED INTELLIGENTLY TO MIMIC A FUTURISTI...
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2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

MAC - Classic Plain Dial Leather Band Quartz Watch 'Complimentary Extra Straps'
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
【MAC 】 INSPIRED BY THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN OF THE NITERÓI CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM IN RIO DE JANEIRO, THE THIN BUT DOUBLE LAYERS DIAL WAS DESIGNED INTELLIGENTLY TO MIMIC A FUTURISTI...
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2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tissot Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tissot Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIO...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Omega Seamaster Calatrava 35mm Second Subdial Caliber 265 Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
This is a large size 1952 Omega Seamaster Calatrava in stainless steel. The case measures 35m which was much larger than the average 1950's watch. The dial on this watch is silver ...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Deep Sea-Dweller Date 44mm 'James Cameron' Blue Steel Oyster Watch 116660
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Deep Sea-Dweller Date 44mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Excellent Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 116660 Model ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Asprey 9ct Yellow Gold Dresswatch, Arabic Dial, Swiss 15 Jewel, Circa Yr 1930.
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our fabulous and rare manually wound vintage Asprey features a cushion shaped case of 9k gold with arabic dial and sub seconds. Presented in wonderful condition, we date manufacture ...
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1930s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Universal Geneve 18k Pink Gold Wristwatch
Located in Montreal, QC
Universal Geneve 18k pink gold men's wristwatch, case #10959-1027889. Measures 39mm x 29mm, 15 jewels and manual wind movement, caliber 264, acrylic crystal...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Ladies Rolex 2Tone Gold/SS Datejust Bracelet Watch Diamond Dial Bezel ref 6917
Located in Richmond, CA
An elegant ladies Rolex in 2 tone yellow gold and stainless steel, with a 2 tone Rolex jubilee bracelet. The dial is gold, custom set with aftermarket dia...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm Reference 3284
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm reference 3284 is a distinguished timepiece that showcases Cartier's legacy of crafting elegant and timeless watches. This model features an automatic mo...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster Diver 300 M 2398.80 Chronograph 18K Gold/ Stainless steel Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : OMEGA Model: Seamaster Reference Number : 2398.80 Features : Chronograph -18k Yellow Gold & SS -Blue Wave Dial Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic C...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Iconic Tank Mechanical Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 23 X 22 M.M 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, 17 Jewel, Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle Lever movement, White Dial with Black Roman Numerals,...
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1970s French Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe 1049R Rose Gold Ladies Square Watch Circa 1947
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Patek Philippe 1049R ladies small square strap watch is 18K Rose gold, measuring 24 x 17 mm with a 6"'60 caliber movement #866162 and case #510798. It comes with ...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex 118235 President Day Date Tahitian MOP Dial 18K Rose Gold Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 118235 Serial: Z239*** Year: 2007 Model: President Day Date Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: 18K Rose Gold Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Or...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer I 36mm 114270 Steel Watch with Paper 2001
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Rolex Model: 114270 Year: 2001 Serial number: K2xxxxx Reference: C03541 Case: Shows sign of wear with slight polish from previous; inner case back stamped 2080 Dial: Excelle...
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rare Rolex Daytona Citrus Lemon Dial 116520
Located in London, GB
A rare Daytona in Oystersteel from Rolex, featuring a Citrus Lemon dial. With a tachymetric scale, three counters and pushers; the Daytona was designed to be the ultimate timing tool...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ulysse Nardin Calatrava 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Vintage Ulysse Nardin 1960's Watch – a classic timepiece with a 34mm round 18KT gold case, emblematic of the era. The pearlized dial is adorned with full black and gold stick markers, complemented by a large sweep second hand. Powered by the reliable NA11J movement, this Ulysse Nardin vintage...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Girard Perregaux Sea Hawk 14K Yellow Gold Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful 1960's Girard Perregaux Sea Hawk watch in 14K yellow gold. The case measures 32mm in diameter and is in excellent condition. The silver dial is in impeccable con...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

1984 Rolex Sea Dweller 16660 Black Dial Stainless Steel Box Service Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16660 Serial: 8409*** Model: Sea Dweller Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Black Dial: Black Face: Sapphire Crys...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Chopard Casmir Gem-Set 18 Karat Gold Wristwatch
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare edition Chopard semi-precious and 18k gold Casmir wristwatch. The round mother-of-pearl dial, with sword hands and invisible hour markers. is completed with a teardrop bracelet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold

Rolex Cellini Cestello 18k White Gold MOP Diamond Dial Unisex Watch 5320
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. The watch was manufactured in 1999 The band shows heavy signs of wear. Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Cellini Cestello Model Number: 5320 Type: Wristwatch Department: Unisex...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rare Piaget Rectangular 18K Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Dial Manual Wind Watch 1970
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Piaget Year: 1970s Serial number: 6-79-xxx Reference: C03955 In the 1960s, Piaget possessed a secret weapon that allowed them to create slim dress watches for men...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Men 40mm GMT MasterII Pepsi Blue/Red Bezel Steel Black Dial 126710BLRO
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex GMT Master II Pepsi 40mm Watch. A Pre-owned watch w/ Original Box and 2019 Card. Watch is 100% Authentic and Comes with Authenticity Card. Watch Reference is 126710BLRO and is ...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Hermes Heure H Stainless Steel Wrist Watch w Blue Jean Leather Strap
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
A sleek classic by Hermes. The H collection, introduced in the mid-nineties is ever popular today. Powered by a quartz movement, this Hermes Heure H , model HH1.510e has a smooth sta...
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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Men's Vintage Walt Disney Mickey Mouse Invicta Wrist Watch NIB
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous! Gent's Walt Disney Rose Gold Wrist Watch featuring that all-time lovable Walt Disney character Mickey Mouse. NIB. Classic Disney Design. Featuring: 12-Hour Dial, Chr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Black Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual 124200 Women's Wristwatch 34 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Embrace the look of timeless luxury with this exquisite wristwatch from the house of Rolex. Designed masterfully using stainless steel, the Oyster Perpetual 124200 watch for women is...
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2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Large Santos De Cartier Blue PVD WSSA0048 Box Papers Extra Bracelet 4072
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this 2022 Large Cartier Santos De Cartier WSSA0048 with extended international good through 05/2030. It comes with the Cartier blue rubber strap and unworn Ca...
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Mens Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Jubilee Diamond Dial & Bezel Ref 116244
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 36mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Excellent Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 116244 Model - Datejust Di...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Bulgari Bulgari BB 23 2T 18KT yellow gold lady's watch with Box & Papers
Located in New York, NY
This watch is also known as: BB23, BB232TY, BB, BB232TG This Bulgari BB23 2T small size Tubogas Bangle in yellow gold is an example of Bulgari successful jewelry making combined wit...
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Early 2000s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Sistine Black & white42mm Leather Band Quartz Watch (Complimentary extra straps)
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
"ADEXE was founded by two sisters in the male-dominated watch industry in London in 2016. From design, crafting, to production, everything is done in-house to ensure product quality ...
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2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Tiffany Blue Dial 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm x...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 1675 'Pepsi' Stainless Steel Red & Blue Bezel Watch
Located in Miami, FL
DESCRIPTION Brand: Rolex Model Name: GMT Master Model Number: 1675 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 40 mm Case Material: Stainless Steel Dial: Black Dial/Luminous Hour Markers ...
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Octagon 29662 Gold/Steel Watch Boxed
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Cartier Model: Santos Octagon Reference: 29662 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Stainless Steel/Gold Measurements :30mm diameter (...
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Early 2000s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18K Gold Ceramic Steel Black Dial Men Watch 116519LN
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. 2022 card. Comes with the original box and papers. Brand and Model Brand: Rolex Model: Cosmograph Daytona Model Number: 116519LN Design and Style Style: Luxury Watch Shape: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Sistine Black 40mm Mesh Band Quartz Watch (Complimentary extra straps)
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
"ADEXE was founded by two sisters in the male-dominated watch industry in London in 2016. From design, crafting, to production, everything is done in-house to ensure product quality ...
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2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Sistine All Black 40mm Mesh Band Quartz Watch (Complimentary extra straps)
Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK
"ADEXE was founded by two sisters in the male-dominated watch industry in London in 2016. From design, crafting, to production, everything is done in-house to ensure product quality ...
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2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Seiko Generation 1 7A28-7120 1988 Watch Only
Located in London, GB
Seiko Generation 1 7A28-7120 c.1988 Watch Only Original, working Generation 1 Seiko Chronograph made for the British RAF in 1988. Having been used in ser...
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1980s British Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Antique, New and Vintage Wristwatches

Antique, new and vintage wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary 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 wristwatches.

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.

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.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? 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.

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