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Vintage Butterfly Beaded Watch Band Paiute Jenny Dick
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful vintage watch band is the creation of Paiute Jenny Dick.
Measurements: 1 1/4 inches
Category
1980s American Native American Vintage Watch Bands
Vintage Native American Beaded Watch Band Douglas George
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful vintage watch band is the creation of Douglas George.
It features genuine leather
Category
Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Watch Bands
Vintage Yellow Gold Watch Band, Circa 1970s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage 14 Karat Gold Mesh Watch Band, Circa 1970s. Stamped on the inside clasp is 14K 50 AR
Category
1970s Unknown Retro Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18K Yellow Gold Vintage Rolex Watch w/ 13K Band
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' vintage 18k yellow Rolex watch case with 13k yellow gold bracelet.
The manual wind 17 jewel
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Zuni Petit Point Turquoise Watch Band Cuff Bracelet
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous watch band cuff is sterling silver with petit point cut turquoise stones.
The face
Category
1970s American Native American Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Benrus Gold-Filled Tonneau Watch with Black Leather Band
By Benrus
Located in Van Nuys, CA
papers.
This watch is guaranteed authentic.
One year warranty included with purchase.
Gold-filled
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Gold-filled
Vintage Hamilton Gold-Filled Tonneau Watch with Black Leather Band
By Hamilton
Located in Van Nuys, CA
papers.
This watch is guaranteed authentic.
One year warranty included with purchase.
Gold-plated
Category
20th Century American Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Gold-filled
Vintage Bulova Gold-Plated Dress Watch with Black Leather Band.
By Bulova
Located in Van Nuys, CA
papers.
This watch is guaranteed authentic.
One year warranty included with purchase.
Gold-plated round
Category
20th Century American Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Gold Plate
Bulova Men's 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Hand-Winding Watch Leather Band
By Bulova
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Bulova Men's 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Hand-Winding Watch Leather Band
Movement #8.EA
Case #49840
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Unused Cartier 18 Karat Gold & 14mm Leather Wrist Watch Band
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine vintage unused Cartier 18 karat gold and leather wrist watch band.
With a dark brown
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Women's Gruen Gold-Plated Art Deco Watch with Leather Band
By Gruen
Located in Van Nuys, CA
guild watch classified because of movement)
Total Mass = 22.5 grams
Does Not Include Original Box or
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Gold Plate
Omega Men's Two-Tone Vintage Automatic Watch Mov 471 Link Band 1954
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Omega Men's Two-Tone Vintage Automatic Watch Mov 471 Link Band 1954
Movement #471
Movement Serial
Category
1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Gold Plate
Hamilton 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Men's Hand-Winding Watch W/ Leather Band
By Hamilton
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Hamilton 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Men's Hand-Winding Watch w/ Leather Band
Movement #735
Case
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Band and Watch by Geneve Quartz
Located in Manhasset, NY
14Kt Yellow Gold Band and Watch by Geneve Quartz having a link gold band weighing an astounding 21
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
14k Gold
Vintage Benrus 10k Rose Gold-Filled Rectangle Watch with Black Leather Band
By Benrus
Located in Van Nuys, CA
papers.
This watch is guaranteed authentic. One year warranty included with purchase.
10k rose gold
Category
20th Century American Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Gold-filled
Vintage Omega 18k Solid White Gold Ladies Mesh Band Watch 76309 - 23.4g
By Omega
Located in Providence, RI
. The watch features index hour markers, a timeless look for watches. A perfect watch for vintage
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Bulova Women's Vintage 14k White Gold Hand-Winding Watch w/ Gray Cord Band
By Bulova
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Bulova Women's Vintage 14k White Gold Hand-Winding Watch w/ Gray Cord Band
Movement #6:TA-41988
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Date Stainless Steel Watch Silver Dial Oyster Band Vintage 1501 1952
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Date Stainless Steel Watch Silver Dial Oyster 1501, 1952 year. This watch has been
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Stainless Steel
18k Yellow Gold Candino Women's Vintage Hand-Winding Watch w/ Black Leather Band
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
18k Yellow Gold Candino Women's Vintage Hand-Winding Watch w/ Black Leather Band
Model #5269
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Chanel Quartz Premiere Yellow Gold Fashion Watch with Integral Gold Band
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely 18K yellow gold Chanel Premiere quartz ladies wrist watch was released by the
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's Vintage Movado 18 Karat Gold Hand-Winding Watch W/ Black Leather Band
By Movado
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Men's Vintage Movado 18kt Gold Hand-Winding Watch w/ Black Leather Band
Movement #246 Movado
Case
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Men's Vintage Φ Baume & Mercier 14k Yellow Gold Quartz Watch Black Leather Band
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Men's Vintage Φ Baume & Mercier 14k Yellow Gold Quartz Watch Black Leather Band
Model #65130
Case
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier Hand-Winding Watch W/ Black Leather Band
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier Hand-Winding Watch w/ Black Leather Band
Movement# 1050
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 14k Square Vintage Hand-Winding Watch w/ Leather Band and Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Tiffany & Co. 14k Yellow Gold Men's Hand-Winding Dress Watch w/ Original Box
Movement #9255
Case
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
14k Gold
14k Yellow Gold Vintage Ebel Hand-Winding Watch Brown Leather Band Round Dial
By Ebel
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
14k Yellow Gold Vtg Ebel Hand-Winding Watch w/ Brown Leather Band
14k Yellow Gold Case
31 mm in
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Gruen "The Polo Player" Gold-Plated Watch w/ Black Leather Band, 23 mm
By Gruen
Located in Van Nuys, CA
paperwork.
This watch is guaranteed authentic.
One year warranty included with purchase.
Gold-plated
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage LeCoultre 32MM 14K Yellow Gold Silver Dial Manual Wind Watch 733528
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned vintage watch. Aftermarket band and buckle. Free polishing upon request. The watch is
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Yellow Gold
H 1.26 in W 0.36 in Dm 1.26 in
Hamilton 14k Gold Tonneau Hand-Winding with Allan Adler Modernist 10k Gold Band
By Hamilton
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Allan Adler Watch Band
Total Length = 7.75"
Width = Appx 12 - 13 mm
Total Mass of Watch = 33.3 grams
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Unused Piaget 18 Karat Gold & 9mm Leather Wrist Watch Band
By Piaget
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine vintage unused Piaget 18 karat gold and leather wrist watch band.
With a dark brown
Category
20th Century Swiss Retro Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Deco 14 Karat Gold Wittnauer Automatic Watch with Original Suede Band
By Wittnauer
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Wittnaur 14k yellow gold watch with a round face and an automatic movement. The watch is
Category
Mid-20th Century Swazi Art Deco Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
14k Gold
Vintage Deco 14 Karat Gold Longines Mechanical Watch with Original Satin Band
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Longines 14k white gold mechanical or wind-up watch. The watch is in the Art Deco style
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
14k Gold
Vintage Lucien Piccard Automatic 14 Karat Gold Wrist Watch with Crocodile Band
By Lucien Piccard
Located in New York, NY
crocodile band. The watch is in a classic style.
The watch is in mint condition Although it is a Vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Swazi Contemporary Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
14k Gold
Rolex Cellini Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Leather Band Men's Watch 4113
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Cellini Vintage Men's Watch
Model Number: 4113
100% Authentic
Pre owned in very good
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage 1990s Gucci Women's Classic Watch with Interchangeable bands
By Gucci
Located in Hamilton, AU
Vintage 1990s Gucci in its purest form, this timepiece, with its minimalist design, vibrant strap
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Women's Movado Stretch Band Watch in 18 Karat Gold, 1980s
By Movado
Located in Towson, MD
One 18 karat yellow gold vintage Movado watch featuring a 16.5x14mm case, with the stem-winder flat
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
1960s Vintage Omega Watch Rose Gold Filled Rose Gold Dial Leather Band
By Omega
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Strap Vintage Omega watch 1960's in very good condition. Leather band is 20mm and 9 inches long. Rose
Category
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Gold-filled, Rose Gold
Vintage Swiss Longines 14k Gold Ladies Wrist Watch 17 Jewels Speidel Band
By Longines
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage 14K gold women’s wrist watch, cased and timed in USA by Longines, case serial number 741531
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Metal, Gold
LeCoultre Vintage 14 Karat Gold Automatic Watch with Leather Band Ref #P812
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
LeCoultre Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Automatic Watch w/ Leather Band Ref #P812
Movement #P812
Movement
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
14k Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold Petite Ladies Watch Gold Dial Black Band
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold Petite Ladies Watch
This vintage classic Tiffany & Co. Ladies watch
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Bulova Art Deco 10K Gold Filled Tank Men's Watch w Kreisler Band
By Bulova
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Art Deco Bulova rectangular watch with Kreisler bracelet features a manual movement and a
Category
20th Century Art Deco Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Gold-filled
14k Yellow Gold Girard-Perregaux Vintage Hand-Winding Watch w/ Gold Mesh Band
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
14k Yellow Gold Girard-Perregaux Vintage Hand-Winding Watch w/ Gold Mesh Band
Case #GPB2064-636280
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Monarch 14 Karat Rose Gold Round Hand-Wind Vintage Watch with Leather Band
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Monarch 14k Rose Gold Round Hand-Wind Vintage Watch w/ Leather Band
Movement #1123
14k Rose Gold
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
14k Gold
Vintage Leuba Louis 18k $10 Gold Indian Watch with Leather Band, Eagle Reverse
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Movement and Dial
19 mm in Diameter
3 mm Thick
In 18k Yellow Gold Thin Case
Black Leather Aftermarket Band
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Cal. 267 18k Rose Gold Vintage Hand-Winding Watch w/ Black Leather Band
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Black Leather Aftermarket Band w/ Rose Gold Plated Omega Clasp
Width at Case = 17 mm
Width at Tip = 16
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Gold Watch Baume Mercier Band
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Tiffany & Co. Gold Watch Baume Mercier Band. Featuring one Tiffany watch crafted in 14
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
14k Gold
Chanel Vintage '99 Yellow Rubber Watch Band Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Vintage '99 Yellow Rubber Watch Band Bracelet
Features "Chanel" in pink on bracelet
Made
Category
1990s French Vintage Watch Bands
Vintage 1990s Gucci Women's Classic Watch with Interchangeable Bands
By Gucci
Located in Hamilton, AU
Vintage 1990s Gucci in its purest form, this timepiece, with its minimalist design, vibrant strap
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Southwestern Navajo AY Sterling Silver Turquoise Watch Band 50g
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage sterling silver 925 and polished turquoise stone watch band featuring a southwest design of
Category
Late 20th Century Navajo Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Stone, Sterling Silver
H 1.25 in W 6.5 in D 0.125 in
Piaget Men's Vintage Watch 18K Gold Leather Band Mechanical Movement 2Yr Wnty
By Piaget
Located in Greensboro, NC
This is an authentic Piaget wristwatch. The watch has been professionally serviced and comes with a
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
18k Gold
Omega Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Geneve Watch w/ Leather Band Caliber 620
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Omega Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Geneve Watch w/ Leather Band Caliber 620
Movement #620
Movement
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega 14k Yellow Gold Automatic Men's Vintage Watch 342 w/ Leather Band
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Omega 14k Yellow Gold Automatic Men's Vintage Watch 342 w/ Leather Band
Movement #342
Movement
Category
1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Tiffany & Co Watch Mesh Band Solid Yellow Gold Ladies Award Signed
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Greer, SC
Vintage 14k Tiffany & Co. ladies watch with an elegant mesh band, created in solid 14k yellow gold
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Yellow Gold
H 0.77 in W 0.6 in Dm 0.26 in
Vintage Seiko Quartz Gold Tone Retro Ladies Stretch Band Wrist Watch 971936
By Seiko
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Seiko Time Corp. Quartz womens gold tone wrist watch with gilded face. Base metal top
Category
1970s Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Metal
H 0.25 in W 6.5 in D 0.75 in
Patek Philippe 18k Gold Vintage Hand-Winding Watch Ref #2589 with Leather Band
By Patek Philippe
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Tic Marks and Hands (M + H)
29 mm in Diameter
Black Leather Aftermarket Band w/ Gold-Plated Clasp
Category
20th Century Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
18k Gold
18-Karat Carl Bucherer Band Rolex Precision Watch Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage 18-karat womens watch bracelet band by Carl Bucherer with a watch movement by Rolex. This
Category
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
Gold
Tiffany & Co. 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Round Men's Automatic Watch w/ Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Tiffany & Co. 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Round Men's Automatic Watch Leather Band
Automatic Movement
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Bands
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Gucci Women's Black and Gold Tone Reptile Band Watch
By Gucci
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
Vintage Gucci Women's Black and Gold Tone Reptile Band Watch features 12 hour dial, quartz battery
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Watch Bands
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Vintage Watch Bands For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of vintage watch bands for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of vintage watch bands to choose from, but Art Deco and Retro vintage watch bands are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Omega, Piaget and Tiffany & Co. produced popular versions that are worth a look. If you’re browsing the variety of vintage watch bands for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for women.
How Much are Vintage Watch Bands?
Prices for vintage watch bands start at $225 and top out at $7,300 with these watches, on average, selling for $2,075.
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 Vintage Watch Bands
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Metal watch bands actually came out around the same time as the first wristwatches during the early 19th century. However, these first metal watch straps bore little resemblance to today’s bracelet bands. They were thicker and fastened via rivets or pegs rather than bracelet-style clasps. Modern-day bracelet bands first emerged during the 1930s and were popularized by luxury makers, including Rolex, which offered its Oyster and Jubilee watches in bracelet styles. During the 1950s, metal watch bands expanded throughout the market. In the 1970s, luxury makers like Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet began offering bracelet watches that integrated their bands into their cases for a more unified look. Find a large collection of stainless steel watches and other watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024To know what bands fit your watch, you can measure it. To do so, use a ruler or measuring tape to measure from the inner corner of one lug to the inner corner of the lug opposite it. Most makers measure strap width in millimeters. In addition to considering the size of your timepiece, you may also wish to measure the circumference of your wrist to ensure that your new strap fits comfortably. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of watches.
- What is a vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A vintage watch is any watch that is at least two decades old. A model number can usually be found on a watch's movement for identification purposes, and date marks on the back of a watch can usually tell you if it is vintage. Vintage timepieces have made a comeback for serious collectors as well as casual enthusiasts all over the world. Find a collection of vintage watches on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To open a Rolex band you must first locate the flip-lock section of the bracelet. Directly above the small crown of the bracelet clasp is a small metal tab that will be present on most Rolex styles. To open the band, simply push the flip-lock above the crown. Shop a variety of authentic Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Yes, you can change bands on Omega watches. Omega sells replacements sized to fit the many models they produce. To change the band, follow the instructions included with your timepiece or take your watch to an authorized Omega dealer or repair shop. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of Omega watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The gold content of a vintage watch will depend on the make and model of the watch. Gold is a popular choice for luxury watches due to its finish and yellow-golden hue that can be achieved through gold or gold-plated bands. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The 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.
- What is a vintage-style watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024A 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.
- How old is my vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024To 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, 2024There 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 ExpertJanuary 23, 2024To 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, 2022Seiko 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, 2024To 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, 2024To 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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023To 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, 2022Wind 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, 2024All 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022The 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, 2022To 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, 2023To 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.
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