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Nos Vintage Watch

Vacheron Constantin NOS Open Face Deck Watch in Silver
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in London, GB
A rare and untouched exquisite oversized 60mm deck watch in silver by Vacheron & Constantin. The
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20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

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Silver

Rolex NOS Cellini Two-Tone 4150
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
dial with applied roman numerals, a fixed yellow gold bezel and a white gold case back. The watch is
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20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

White Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex NOS Day-Date Diamond Dial 18038
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
yellow gold president bracelet and a concealed deployant clasp. The watch is also fitted with a sapphire
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Late 20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date NOS Diamond Dial 18038
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A yellow gold NOS Day-Date by Rolex. Featuring a champagne dial set with 8 round brilliant cut
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20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Day-Date NOS Diamond Set 18048
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Crownclasp. In excellent condition, this NOS piece comes with its original case back sticker still attached
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20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Rare Day-Date NOS Omani Dial 1803
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A rare NOS Day-Date crafted in 18k yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a silver dial with applied hour
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20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date NOS Rare Oxblood Stella Dial 18038
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
. Fitted with a sapphire glass and powered by a self-winding automatic movement. The watch is equipped with
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20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Swatch POP Special BUTTON PWK153 Limited Edition collectible NOS
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
PWK153, a limited edition collectible that has stood the test of time. This remarkable watch isn't just a
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1990s Swiss Modern Nos Vintage Watch

Rare Rolex NOS Day-Date Green Stella Dial Diamond Set 18048
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A rare NOS yellow gold Day-Date by Rolex from 1980. Featuring a stunning green Stella dial with
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Late 20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Rolex Day-Date Nos Turquoise Stella Diamond Dial 18038
By Rolex
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...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nos 1998 Shimano Dura Ace 25th Anniversary Groupset Including Watch & Papers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this original, early edition number 1336, NOS 1998 never fitted
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20th Century English Other Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

1992 Vintage POP Swatch Watch Special Dots - Op Art - Designed by Vasarely - NOS
By Victor Vasarely, Swatch
Located in St. Louis, MO
Vintage new old stock limited edition and collectable POP Swatch watch from the 1992 Fall Winter
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1990s Swiss Modern Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Plastic

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Cartier Pasha Stainless Steel & Yellow Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
original stainless deployant clasp. This NOS watch comes with its original case back sticker still
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Late 20th Century French Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date Unworn Rare Coral Stella Diamond Dial 18038
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
crown clasp. This unworn NOS watch comes with its original case back sticker still attached, a Rolex
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20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Unworn NOS Pasha Chronograph Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A NOS stainless steel Pasha Chronograph wristwatch by Cartier. Features a white dial with a date
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Late 20th Century French Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Nos Pasha Stainless Steel 2324 Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A NOS stainless steel Pasha by Cartier. Featuring a black dial with a date aperture and a stainless
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Late 20th Century French Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Pasha Nos Stainless Steel & Yellow Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
concealed double deployant clasp. The watch is fitted with a sapphire crystal and a self-winding automatic
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Late 20th Century French Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Gold Keyless Lever Pocket Watch NOS 600 C1964
By Patek Philippe
Located in London, GB
important and rare pocket watch because of the New Old Stock (NOS) condition. The watch was manufatured in
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold NOS 1803
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
This unworn NOS Day-Date in 18k yellow gold by Rolex, features a champagne dial with applied hour
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20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust NOS Florentine Finish Matte Black Dial 1611
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A 36mm NOS Datejust in yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a matt black dial with applied hour markers
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20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Rolex Day-Date Nos Green Stella Dial 18038
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A rare NOS yellow gold Day-Date by Rolex. Featuring a stunning green Stella dial with emerald cut
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Late 20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Unworn NOS Day-Date Al Bilad Dial 18038
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A NOS Rolex Day-Date 36mm crafted in yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a champagne dial with a
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet NOS Royal Oak Yellow Gold 56175BA.O.0789BA.01
By Audemars Piguet
Located in London, GB
sapphire crystal and a quartz movement. Unworn, in NOS condition, the watch comes with an Audemars Piguet
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Late 20th Century Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6605 18k Solid Gold 36mm Automatic 1950s NOS NA125
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM
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1950s Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

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Gold

Art Deco 10k Gold Filled Longines Gentleman’s Wrist Watch, Serviced, c1937
By Longines
Located in Westward ho, GB
collections. Case has been ultrasonically cleaned and fitted with NOS crystal. All of our watches are sent
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

10k Gold, Gold-filled

Piaget White Gold Ruby Diamond Bezel Manual Dress Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in London, GB
An Unworn White Gold Vintage Ladies NOS Dress Watch, silvered dial with roman numerals, a fixed
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1990s Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Very Rare and Unpolished Limited Rolex Beta21 with Papers and Booklet
Located in Munich, DE
clasp. The watch might be nos and has only light signs of use, storage and batterie change. A real
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1970s Swiss Modern Nos Vintage Watch

Citizen CQ Multifunction NOS with Sticker On Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
approx 23 cm Gender: Men's Watch Condition: In Excellent condition, With Minor wear Check the pics
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1980s Japanese Nos Vintage Watch

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Stainless Steel

Lemania NOS Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautiful Lemania chronograph in excellent condition with hang tag.
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1950s Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

Doxa Pocket Watch Unisex Stainless Steel NOS Watch
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Xupes Reference: COM002651 Manufacturer: Doxa Model: 0 Model Variant: Pocket Watch Model Number: 0
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1950s Unknown Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 26 67188 Ladies Yellow Gold NOS Watch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Water Warranty: 24 Months Comprehensive Notes: NOS Warranty This second hand watch has been fully
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1980s Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust Champagne Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 69173 Unworn Nos
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Champagne Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 69173 Unworn NOS. Officially certified
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20th Century Nos Vintage Watch

Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Blue Dial Ladies Watch 69173 Unworn NOS
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Blue Dial Ladies Watch 69173 Unworn NOS. Officially certified
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20th Century Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Steel, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Champagne Roman Dial Watch 16233 Unworn NOS
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Champagne Roman Dial Watch 16233 Unworn NOS. Officially certified
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20th Century Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Steel, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 79174 Unworn NOS
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 26mm Steel White Gold Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 79174 Unworn NOS. Officially
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20th Century Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Steel, White Gold

Rolex President Day-Date Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Watch 18238 NOS Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Watch 18238 NOS Unworn. Officially certified
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20th Century Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust Midsize 31 Steel Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Watch 68273 Nos
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Midsize 31 Steel Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Watch 68273 NOS. Officially certified
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20th Century Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex President Day-Date Yellow Gold Diamond Mens Watch 18238 Unworn NOS
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date 36mm Yellow Gold Diamond Mens Watch 18238 Unworn NOS. Officially certified
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20th Century Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust Midsize Steel Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Watch 68273 Unworn NOS
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Midsize Steel Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Watch 68273 Unworn NOS. Officially
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20th Century Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Submariner Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Mens Watch 16613 Unworn NOS
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Submariner Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Mens Watch 16613 Unworn NOS. Officially certified
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20th Century Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Girard Perregaux Olimpico Chronograph 9245 Fa Panda Reverse Valjoux 236 Nos 1976
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
approximately 80 patents in the watch-making domain and is the originator of many innovative concepts. Expertise
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1970s Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

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Stainless Steel

Girard Perregaux Olimpico Chronograph 9245 FA Panda Reverse Valjoux 236 NOS 1976
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
approximately 80 patents in the watch-making domain and is the originator of many innovative concepts. Expertise
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1970s Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

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Stainless Steel

Jaeger-LeCoultre NOS Thin 2286 18k Gold Plated 40 microns K800 C Vintage 1960
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
parts of the watch ensure long life accuracy and regular operation, provide for improved oiling and
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1960s Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Gold Plate

14 Karat Yellow Gold 1940s Movado, Stunning Condition
By Movado
Located in Raleigh, NC
Welcome to my watch neighborhood. Carefully drink up the visual details of this rare 1940's Movado
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1940s European Art Deco Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

14k Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 0 14790ST Unisex Stainless Steel Nick Faldo Military D
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
: Nick Faldo Military Dial NOS Warranty This second hand watch has been fully inspected in-house and is
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1990s Italian Nos Vintage Watch

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Cellini Classic Yellow Gold White Dial Men's Watch 4112 NOS
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Cellini Classic Yellow Gold White Dial Mens Watch 4112 NOS. Manual winding movement. 18k
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20th Century Nos Vintage Watch

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Rolex Nickel Silver Pocket Watch with Period Vintage Chain Original Dial 1940's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Nickel Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 49mm DIAL / HANDS: Or...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Nos Vintage Watch

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Silver

Chopard 18K Yellow Gold 1970's Bark Finish Lapis Dial 1970's Wrist Watch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous 18K yellow gold bangle bracelet watch by Chopard, 1970s vintage. We love when watchmaking becomes jewelry, and this wrist watch is a perfect example of such. Beautiful bar...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltham American Riverside Pocket Watch with Fob and Charms
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Own a bit of history with this exceptional ladies heirloom timepiece from Waltham American Watch Company. This exquisite pocket watch is made of fourteen karat 14K yellow gold and h...
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1880s American Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

14k Gold

Patek Philippe Ref 2493 Vintage Yellow Gold Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Patek Philippe Reference 2493 Wrist Watch, 30 x 30 MM 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece stepped, cushion case with tear Drop lugs. Caliber 10-200 18 Jewel Nickle Lever movement. Si...
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1950s Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Must De Tank Sunburst Dial Vermeil Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare 1980's Must de Cartier vermeil manual wind tank watch. The dial is a sunburst guilloche design which is rarely seen on these models. The case measures 23.5mm x 30.5mm ...
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1980s Swiss Retro Nos Vintage Watch

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Vermeil

Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Enamel Dial Split Seconds Chronograph
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tiffany & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Split Seconds Chronograph / Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18 Kt. Solid Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Diameter 47mm CIRCA: 1900's MOVEME...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

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Yellow Gold

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Everose rainbow aftermarket, with box and papers 2018
By Rolex
Located in Bilbao, ES
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Everose rainbow aftermarket, with box and papers 2018 Model, Daytona 116505 ; Serial/Year. Current ; Case Diameter, 40mm ; Dial. Custom Diamond Dial Fixed be...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Nos Vintage Watch

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Santos Large Customized Watch
By Cartier
Located in Massafra, IT
Original Cartier WSSA0018 Men's Santos Large Size With Date Customized F/VS1 24.90 Cts Diamonds. Complete with box and paper . Note: Diamonds are aftermarket.
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21st Century and Contemporary Nos Vintage Watch

18kt Rose Zenith Open Face Pocket Watch Thomas Engel No° 9 with Box & Papers!
By Zenith
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt Rose Zenith Open Face Pocket Watch Thomas Engel No° 9 With Box & Papers! Limited Edition ! Movement: Mechanical Hand winding Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds, moon ph...
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1980s Artisan Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Piaget Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch
By Piaget
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Piaget Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch Metal Weight: 66.3 Grams
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Late 20th Century Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega King Midas Yellow Gold Quartz Men's Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
Omega King Midas 14k yellow gold 8 inch wristwatch. Circa 1960-1970 Produced this men's watch as an answer to the popular Rolex king Midas of the 1960'sThe movement and Diasl are cl...
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Mid-20th Century Nos Vintage Watch

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Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Company Patek Philippe Antique Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920 Patek Philippe for Tiffany & company Pocket watch, 45 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 4 piece case including Gold inside Dust Cover. 20 Jewel, mechanical, manual wind nickle lever mo...
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1920s Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Yellow Gold Presentation Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930s Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Presentation Pocket Watch, 47 M.M 18k Yellow Gold 3 piece case with inside Gold dust cover, 18 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle L...
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1930s Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Minute Repeating Chronograph Pocket Watch by A. Lugrin
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted by Swiss watchmaker Alfred Lugrin, this exceptional minute repeating, triple-date chronograph is a specimen of precision timekeeping. Housed in a sleek 18K yellow gold hunter...
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19th Century Swiss Victorian Nos Vintage Watch

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Steel

Patek Philippe 18Kt Solid Gold Dress Watch circa 1980's with Original Bracelet
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 4217-10 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 23mm X Widt...
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1980s Swiss Modernist Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

Gold

Omega 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Dress Wrist Watch with Box
By Omega
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 a...
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1960s Swiss Nos Vintage Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Nos Vintage Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact nos vintage watch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You’re likely to find the perfect nos 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. A nos vintage watch from Charles Garnier, Ugo Correani and Rolex — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A nos vintage watch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 1 Quartz versions can add an especially stylish touch. When shopping for a nos vintage watch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Nos Vintage Watch?

On average, a nos vintage watch at 1stDibs sells for $864, while they’re typically $245 on the low end and $23,077 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury 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.

Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Nos Vintage Watch
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
    For a watch, NOS means New Old Stock. Retailers apply the term to a timepiece that a customer purchased and returned in its original packing without using it. Although they have never been worn, NOS timepieces cannot be identified as new because they were previously owned. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of watches.
  • 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 ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    To determine how old your vintage watch is, first do some research using trusted online resources. Start by looking at the back of your watch to see if there are any numbers, such as serial or model numbers. Cross-referencing these numbers with online reference guides can often give you a rough idea of when a watch was produced. If you can't find any type of identifying number, you can learn more about the maker to find out when it crafted similar watches or have a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert assist you with the dating process. Shop a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    There is no single most sought-after vintage watch. Trends in collecting do vary over time, but some watches have reached an iconic status and tend to remain popular among collectors year after year. Examples of such watches include the Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513, the Omega Speedmaster Professional Ref. 105.003, the TAG Heuer Monaco Ref. 1133B, Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 96, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref. 5402, the Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921, the Longines 13ZN Chronograph, the Zenith El Primero Ref. A384, the Tudor Submariner Ref. 7928, the Breitling Navitimer Ref. 806, the IWC Big Pilot Ref. 5002, the Cartier Tank Louis Cartier, the Breguet Type XX, the Universal Genève Polerouter, the Seiko 6139 "Pogue," the Hamilton Ventura and the Omega Seamaster 300 Ref. 165.014. Shop a diverse assortment of 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 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 ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    A vintage-style watch is a contemporary timepiece with a design that draws inspiration from watches produced in previous eras. To be considered a vintage watch rather than a vintage-style watch, a timepiece must be at least 20 years old. Antique watches are at least 100 years old. Explore a wide variety of vintage 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    All Elgin watches are at least vintage, if not antiques. In the 1960s, the Elgin National Watch Company discontinued its watch production, and by the 1980s, the Elgin brand was phased out completely by the company it had previously merged with. Since any timepiece between 20 and 99 years old is vintage, many Elgin watches fall under that category. Any Elgin watch that is 100 years old or older is antique. You can identify an antique Elgin watch using the serial number, which you'll find inside the movement. By cross-referencing the serial number found on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources, you can identify its year of production. If your watch doesn't have a serial number, it was likely produced in the 18th century, making it an antique. If you'd like assistance with dating your watch, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of Elgin watches 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify a vintage Hamilton watch, grab a magnifying glass and look for its model number, serial number and case number. Most timepieces produced by Hamilton will display one, two or all three of these numbers. The model and case numbers generally appear on the back of the case, and you can usually find the serial number on the lugs. You can enter these numbers into the search tool on the National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors's official website to learn about your watch's age, style name and other characteristics. If you have any difficulty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of vintage Hamilton watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To date a vintage LeCoultre watch, the best approach is to use the serial number. You can cross-reference the number on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources to determine its year of production. The serial number appears on the watch's movement, so it's necessary to remove the case back to examine it. If you're unfamiliar with how to do this safely, you may wish to have an authorized repair person open your watch. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Jaeger-LeCoultre watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some old vintage watches are worth something. There is often a market for vintage pieces from well-known watchmakers, such as Patek Philippe, Omega, Rolex, TAG Heuer, Audemars Piguet, Longines and Breitling. Generally, the maker, type, materials, age and condition will largely determine the potential value of a vintage timepiece. If you'd like to find out how much your watch may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. Explore a variety of vintage watches 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 ExpertDecember 5, 2024
    Many watch lovers believe that vintage Cartier watches are a good investment. French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the best-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, many people only used pocket watches.) Louis Cartier designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to check the time more easily while flying. Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, inspired by the linear forms of World War I military tanks, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Cartier watches is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Cartier watches and other watches 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 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.