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Omega Seamaster 300
Located in London, GB
A very special example of a highly sought after and rare watch! Every now and again you get a watch that just blows you away and this is just that. An Omega Seamaster 300 from 1961 accompanied with box, papers and recent Omega Service! This Seamaster dates to 1961 as per the '182' serial number. In fine working order the watch has has a comprehensive service and overhaul at Omega themselves in February 2023 costing in excess of £1000! Fortunately the dial, bezel and hands appear to be original to the watch although the second hand is clearly a service part. What blows you away is not just the way that dial has aged over the years is that this collectors piece comes complete with original box and guarantee from the original retailer 'Charles Packer...
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1960s Vintage Wrist Watches

Omega Seamaster 300
Omega Seamaster 300
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CARTIER 14K Gold Vintage Calatrava Watch ft. collaboration by Movado
Located in San Fernando, CA
Introducing an extraordinary find - an exceptionally rare co-branded Cartier wristwatch crafted by Movado, approximately dating back to the 1940s. This exquisitely handmade timepiec...
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1940s Vintage Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

Chopard Black Miglia Speed Black 16/8407 Men's Wristwatch 40 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Mille Miglia collection of Chopard is a fine representation of the brand's sporting spirit commemorating one of the biggest Italian sports, the Mille Miglia race. An exclusive li...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Breitling Black Stainless Steel Fabric Bentley B05 Unitime GMT AB0521 Men's Wris
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Special edition watches are great finds as they are perfect to complement one's unique style. Exclusivity makes them exceptional and noteworthy. This Breitling for Bentley B05 Unitim...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Girard Perregaux Black Stainless Steel Vintage 1945 Ref. 2599 Chronograph
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Created with skill using high-quality materials, this watch from Girard Perregaux has been designed to tell the time in the most efficient manner as well as blend in with your impecc...
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2010s Italian Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Buccellati Audachron Men's Wristwatch 5211 - White Gold 18k Auto 1 Year Warranty
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Buccellati Model: Audachron Model Number: 5211 Movement: Automatic Warranty: One Year Movement Maker: Swiss Metal Content: 18k White Gold Material Information Genuine Alliga...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, White Gold

Rare Vintage Rolex Daytona Cosmograph Yellow Gold 6265
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare vintage Cosmograph Daytona with the reference 6265 crafted in yellow gold, which is known to be manufactured in limited amounts. Specifically, it is claimed that no...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermes Silver Stainless Steel Leather Medor W028322WW00 Women's Wristwatch 23 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Experience the epitome of luxury with an authentic Hermes Medor watch. Expertly crafted, it showcases timeless design, comfortable fit, and versatil...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar
Located in London, GB
A Perpetual Calendar in yellow gold from Audemars Piguet's Royal Oak collection. Featuring a champagne dial and a bezel featuring the iconic 8 Audemars Piguet screws. The dial itself has displays of the moon phases, the day, the date and the month which also has a leap year...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Silver Stainless Steel Ergon EG 35 S CH Men's Wristwatch 35 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Your everyday style deserves the touch of luxury brought by this Bvlgari men's wristwatch. Crafted using durable materials, the designer watch is set with ...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Rare Nautilus Tiffany & CO. NOS 5711/1A-010
Located in London, GB
A highly desired stainless steel Nautilus in unworn NOS condition. Designed by Patek Philippe in collaboration with Tiffany & Co, the dark blue dial is signed Tiffany & Co. at 6 o'cl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Hermes Silver Stainless Steel Leather Medor W028321WW00 Women's Wristwatch 23 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The charm of a finely crafted wristwatch accompanies the wearer through the years and to any occasion they have a date for. It is this charm, infused with timeless luxury, that makes...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Longines Diamond Stainless Steel Record L23210876 Women's Wristwatch
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Let this authentic luxury timepiece help you make every moment count! Created with skill using high-grade materials, this Longines watch is a functional accessory designed to impart ...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date NOS Rare Oxblood Stella Dial 18038
Located in London, GB
A rare yellow gold Day-Date by Rolex. Featuring the highly sought out and collectable oxblood Stella dial, which features emerald cut diamond hour markers and a fixed yellow gold flu...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Daytona 116528 Blue Dial 18K Yellow Gold Box Paper 2016
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116528 Serial: Mixed Serial Year: 2016 Model: Daytona Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Blue...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 36 36mm Ref 16014 Rare Jubilee dial anniversary dial Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Reference Number: 16014 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic 3035 Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : 36mm (without cr...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Omega Constellation Chronometer Automatic Vintage Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Braintree, GB
Omega Constellation Automatic Vintage Stainless Steel Watch. Made in Switzerland, Circa 1960's Case Diameter: 35 mm Movement: Mechanic...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Chopard Black Ceramic Happy Sport 28/8507 Women's Wristwatch 38 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Embrace opulence with an authentic Chopard Limited Edition Happy Sport timepiece. A masterpiece of craftsmanship, it exudes elegance with its iconic design, Swiss precision, and exqu...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Bedat & Co. Geneve N03 314 28MM Tonneau Shaped 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Bedat & Co. Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow & White Gold Weight: 48.36 grams Ladies 18K White Gold & yellow gold Bedat & Co. Swiss made watch. The metal was tested a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Silver 18k White Gold Diamond Happy Diamonds Women's Wristwatch 28.5 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The charm of a finely-crafted wristwatch accompanies the wearer through the years and to any occasion they have a date for. It is this charm, infused with timeless luxury, that makes this Chopard Happy Diamonds wristwatch...
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Pasha Chronograph 2380 in 18K Yellow Gold 820903 Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier Model: Pasha De Chronograph Reference Number : 2380 Features : Chronograph - 18K Yellow Case And Buckle Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date 40 Olive Dial Diamond Bezel 228349RBR
Located in London, GB
A men's white gold Day-Date 40 by Rolex. Featuring the highly sought after olive green dial with Roman numerals and bezel set with 48 round brilliant cut diamonds. The president brac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, White Gold

Rolex Zenith Daytona R Series Floating Dial 16528
Located in London, GB
A unique R series Zenith Daytona crafted in yellow gold by Rolex. Features a champagne floating dial with applied hour markers and 3 sub dials featuring a 30 minute, a 12 hour, a sma...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dior Grey Stainless Steel Diamond Christal Women's Wristwatch 28 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A timeless silhouette made of high-quality materials and packed with precision and luxury makes this Dior wristwatch the perfect choice for a sophisticated finish to any look. It is ...
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2010s French Contemporary Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Black Stainless Steel Octo Roma 102704 Men's Wristwatch 41 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Bvlgari's collection of watches is suited for everyday life and for the special days when you need to suit up, thus making the brand's creations versatile and worth the money you spe...
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2010s Italian Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Rare Nipple Dial Omani Crest Submariner Date B&P 1680
Located in London, GB
A Rare 18k Yellow Gold Omani Crest Submariner Date Vintage Men's Wristwatch, original matte black nipple dial, date at 3 0'clock, an 18k yellow gold bi-directional rotating bezel wit...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date Masterpiece Diamond Set 18956
Located in London, GB
A men's Day-Date Masterpiece, in platinum by Rolex. Featuring a distinctive ice blue dial set with 8 single cut diamonds and 2 baguette diamond hour markers. Complementing the dial i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15223 Champagne Dial 18k Yellow Gold & Steel Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Date Reference Number : 15223 Features : Screwdown Crown - Date Indicator - Champagne Dial Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Au...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Clock link by Wiwen Nilsson Made Year 1954
Located in Stockholm, SE
This 18k gold clock link is made out of eleven 18 karat gold square plates which are connected with each other. If you turn the clock link around you can see that each gold plate is stamped with several Swedish marks, for instance Wiwen Nilsson's responsibility mark (AN) and signature mark, the fine content mark and the year mark D9 (which tells us that the link was made 1954). The vintage watch was made by the Swiss company Sandoz that was established in the late 19th century. It has a mechanical clockwork and the rectangular bezel is made of gilded steel whereas the dial is made of enamel. You set the time by pulling out and turning the crown. This is a vintage watch with a rare vintage bracelet...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Chaumet Green Stainless Steel Diamond Hortensia Eden W83880-001 22 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Chaumet Hortensia Eden is a work of wonder cloaked in dreamy details. The Hortensia Eden W83880-001 watch for women is made of stainless steel, a...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Vacheron Constantin Malte Tonneau Tourbillon 30066/000R-8816
Located in London, GB
A 36mm Vacheron Constantin Malte Tonneau Tourbillon crafted in rose gold. Featuring a stunning silver dial with a date display, a power reserve indicator, a tourbillion and a rose gold bezel. Fitted with a sapphire glass, a self-winding automatic movement and a brown leather strap equipped with a double-folding clasp. This stunning piece also comes with an additional accessory, a pair of rose gold cufflinks matching perfectly with the watch. In excellent condition, the timepiece comes complete with a Vacheron Constantin box...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

Audemars Piguet Rare Royal Oak Ferrari Red Dial 14790ST.OO.0789ST.11
Located in London, GB
One of the rarer 14790's, this stainless steel Royal Oak by Audemars Piguet is a third series model, being produced from around 2000 to 2005. With only a handful being made for Ferra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Classic Chronograph 5070R
Located in London, GB
A stunning men's Classic Chronograph wristwatch, crafted in rose gold by Patek Philippe. Featuring a silver dial, applied arabic numbers with a tachymeter scale, a minute track on th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Rose Gold

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Rose Gold 5167R-001
Located in London, GB
A rose gold 5167 Aquanaut, by Patek Philippe, in excellent condition. Featuring a brown embossed dial with a date display and Arabic numbers. The rounded octagon bezel was inspired b...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

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Rose Gold

Rolex Submariner Diamond And Sapphire Set 116659SABR
Located in London, GB
An unworn men's Submariner wristwatch in 18k white gold. Featuring a diamond pave dial set with 8 sapphire diamond hour markers and a date aperture at 3 o'clock. Complimenting the di...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Nautilus Travel Time Chronograph NOS 5990/1A-001
Located in London, GB
A now discontinued model, this Nautilus Travel Time in stainless steel by Patek Philippe is in unworn NOS condition. Featuring a black gradated horizontally embossed dial that featur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

TAG Heuer Carrera Men's Watch CARZA1Z Black Dial Box / Papers #15773
Located in Washington Depot, CT
TAG Heuer Carrera Men's Watch Model: CARZA1Z Serial: RZN1976 Purchased June 2016 Case is 45mm Brushed Black Dial Silver Accents Chronograph Black rubber and ceramic band Skele...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Rare Patek Philippe Nautilus 3712/1A-001
Located in London, GB
A Very Rare Stainless Steel Nautilus Wristwatch by Patek Philippe. Featuring a black-grey dial with applied hour markers, small seconds, date and moon phase display as well as a powe...
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Cartier Roadster GMT XL 42mm - Vintage Men's Automatic Watch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is a very recognisable and stunningly eccentric timepiece: a Cartier Roadster GMT XL with reference number 2722. It dates back to the mid 2000s, featuring an intriguingly oversize tonneau shaped stainless steel case measuring 42mm wide and 47mm high including the lugs. The silver watch face...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Vintage 38mm Longines Mechanical Wrist Watch in 18ct Rose/Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Vintage 18ct Rose/Yellow Gold 38mm Longines Mechanical Wristwatch Additional Information: Fully Serviced In Perfect Working Condition Case Size: 38mm Case Thickness: 8mm Lug Width: ...
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2010s Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Française 18K White Gold 2366 Automatic Date Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Cartier Tank Française 18K White Gold 2366 Automatic Date Watch Boxed Brand: Cartier Model : Cartier Tank Française Reference Number : 2366 Watch Number: 892593 CD Fea...
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Early 2000s European Wrist Watches

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White Gold

Patek Philippe Nautilus 5726/1A-010
Located in London, GB
An extremely sought after Patek Philippe Nautilus, in stainless featuring the discontinued silvery white dial which displays the day, date, month and features a moon phase display wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rare Rolex NOS Day-Date Green Stella Dial Diamond Set 18048
Located in London, GB
A rare NOS yellow gold Day-Date by Rolex from 1980. Featuring a stunning green Stella dial with diamond set hour markers and a fixed yellow gold fluted...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Jaeger Le Coultre 14K Gold Watch Case
Located in New York, NY
An antique 1920s 14K yellow gold wristwatch case by Jaeger LeCoultre. Art Deco geometrical design, stepped rectangular bezel with single crown. Small black rectangular dial, round numerals, marked LeCoultre. Marked L, 14K on the backside. Total Weight: 18 grams. Collectible Luxury Clocks...
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19th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

Breitling Navitimer Chronometer Automatic 35 Stainless Watch A17395 #15474
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Breitling Navitimer Chronometer Automatic Men's Watch Model: A17395 Serial: 6456986 This Breilting Navitimer has a stainless steel case with a Breitling burgundy strap with deploym...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Gent's Vintage Rolex Cellini Bracelet Watch in Solid 18k Yellow Gold Ref. 3800
Located in Richmond, CA
A rare and elegant vintage Gent’s Rolex Cellini wristwatch in solid 18k yellow gold with an attached solid 18k yellow gold mesh bracelet. The dial is gold, set with 18k yellow gold b...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Graham Black PVD Caated Chronofighter Trigger Men's Wristwatch 46 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Chronofighter watch models are perfect examples of Graham's prowess as a master watchmaker; each piece shows us how the brand has aced the way to balance the mechanical dexterity and the visual aspects. The Graham Chronofighter Trigger Flyback 2TRAB.B10A we have here is a limited edition automatic watch for men...
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2010s English Contemporary Wrist Watches

Boucheron Paris 18k Gold Braided Watch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The Boucheron Paris 18K gold braided watch from the 1970s epitomizes timeless luxury and French craftsmanship. With its intricate braided design, this watch is a statement piece made...
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1970s French Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Rare Rolex Day-Date Nos Turquoise Stella Diamond Dial 18038
Located in London, GB
A vintage Day-Date in yellow gold by Rolex, featuring a rare turquoise Stella dial set with 2 baguette cut and 8 round brilliant cut diamond hour markers. The fluted bezel, president bracelet and concealed folding clasp are all distinctive Day-Date features. Fitted with sapphire crystal and a self-winding automatic movement. This timepiece is New Old Stock and in Unworn condition, still with it's original factory case back sticker attached. Comes with a Rolex box, Rolex swing...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Platinum and Diamond Cocktail Watch, Ladies Wristwatch
Located in NEWARK, GB
This exquisite Art Deco ladies watch is crafted from dazzling diamonds and precious platinum, making it the perfect timeless accessory for any special occasion. Boasting an impressi...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Franck Muller Ladies 18k White Gold Cintrée Curvex Watch Ref. 1752QZ
Located in Richmond, CA
A beautifully timeless Franck Muller Cintree Curvex ladies watch crafted in elegant solid 18k (au750) white gold, with a silvered guilloché dial, original FM 18k (au750) WG buckle a...
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

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White Gold

Unworn Rolex Rainbow Daytona 116595RBOW
Located in London, GB
This impressive Daytona variant was first released in rose gold at Baselworld 2018 after Rolex had discontinued the yellow and white gold models. On the black lacquer dial, 11 sapphi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 18k/SS YG 2tone Watch Collectible Buckley 16013
Located in Richmond, CA
A fine and collectible Gent's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust wristwatch in "All Buckley" configuration (Buckley dial, Buckley hands), on an iconic Rolex ...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 18k SS Automatic 1980s Swiss Vintage RJC184
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.16013 automatic, c.1980s. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold ...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Daytona White Gold Pave Diamond Dial & Sapphire Set 11659912SA
Located in London, GB
A stunning diamond and sapphire set Daytona crafted in white gold by Rolex. Features a pave diamond dial with roman applied numerals, 3 sub dials featuring a 30 minute and 12 hour recorder as well as a small seconds. Complimenting the dial is a fixed white gold bezel set with 48 baguette cut diamonds and 12 baguette cut sapphires. The watch is further enhanced with 48 round brilliant cut diamonds by the hoods between the lugs. Fitted with a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, a self-winding automatic movement and a Rolex blue leather...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Omega Quadrella Constellation Mother Of Pearl & Diamond Watch
Located in London, GB
Omega Quadrella Constellation Mother Of Pearl & Diamond Watch The Constellation Quadrella model accentuates its Constellation heritage with 48 brilliant white diamond claws. Roman n...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rare Rolex Day-Date Turquoise Stella Dial 18039
Located in London, GB
A rare 36mm Day-Date crafted in white gold by Rolex. Featuring a stunning turquoise Stella dial set with 8 single cut diamonds as well as 2 baguette cut diamond hour markers and a fixed white gold fluted bezel. Fitted with a sapphire glass, a self-winding automatic movement and a white gold president bracelet equipped with a concealed deployant clasp. This vintage timepiece comes with a Rolex presentation...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Omega 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Dress Wrist Watch with Box
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Bold, all in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, this sleek Omega Men's Dress Wrist Watch evokes the revered elegance and style of its era. Circa mid 1960's, this retro Omega beauty has an Swiss automatic movement #23162809. The satin polished gold square case #161922-222, measuring 29.6mm x 30mm presents a silver-toned face with gold match stick markers. The lush integrated 18 karat gold 7.5 inch mesh band bracelet is a substantial 1.36mm gauge and ranges in width from 24mm to 16.5mm. The time piece is finished with an integrated Omega signed adjustable fold-snap buckle adding to its smooth styling. Included is the original burgundy Omega Watch Box.
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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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