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Mens Vintage Jules Jurgensen 14k Gold Rectangular Textured Wrist Watch Bracelet
Mens Vintage Jules Jurgensen 14k Gold Rectangular Textured Wrist Watch Bracelet

Mens Vintage Jules Jurgensen 14k Gold Rectangular Textured Wrist Watch Bracelet

By Jules Jurgensen

Located in Montclair, NJ

Watchmaker: Jules Jurgensen Movement: Mechanical - Hand Winding - Swiss Made Case Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Case Width: 21mm (not counting the crown) Case Thickness: 6.5mm Brac...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Men's Vintage Omega 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch
Men's Vintage Omega 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch

Men's Vintage Omega 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch

By Omega

Located in Palm Desert, CA

The rectangular watch face is paired with a beautifully textured integrated gold bracelet, giving the piece a sophisticated and timeless appearance suitable for both everyday wear an...

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Vintage 1970s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1930's Movado Elliptica Mens Stainless Steel & 18K Gold Large Rectangular
1930's Movado Elliptica Mens Stainless Steel & 18K Gold Large Rectangular

1930's Movado Elliptica Mens Stainless Steel & 18K Gold Large Rectangular

By Movado

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Cellini Prince 28mm Chronometer 18K White Gold Men's Watch
Rolex Cellini Prince 28mm Chronometer 18K White Gold Men's Watch

Rolex Cellini Prince 28mm Chronometer 18K White Gold Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Prince Chronometer Cellini men's watch with a rectangular 28 x 47mm case in 18K white gold.

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Audemars Piguet Vintage Rectangular Mens Manual 18k Yellow Gold Champagne
Audemars Piguet Vintage Rectangular Mens Manual 18k Yellow Gold Champagne

Audemars Piguet Vintage Rectangular Mens Manual 18k Yellow Gold Champagne

By Audemars Piguet

Located in Miami, FL

Audemars Piguet Vintage Rectangular Mens Manual 18k Yellow Gold Champagne 23mm

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Pulsar Chronograph Rectangular Black Dial Stainless Steel Mens Watch PF8289
Pulsar Chronograph Rectangular Black Dial Stainless Steel Mens Watch PF8289

Pulsar Chronograph Rectangular Black Dial Stainless Steel Mens Watch PF8289

By Pulsar

Located in New York, NY

Pre Owned Pulsar Chronograph Rectangular Black Dial Stainless Steel Men's Watch PF8289 This Beautiful Timepiece is Powered by a Quartz (Battery) Movement and Features: Stainless Stee...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Wrist Watches

Pulsar Chronograph Rectangular Black Dial Stainless Steel Mens Watch PF8289
Pulsar Chronograph Rectangular Black Dial Stainless Steel Mens Watch PF8289

Pulsar Chronograph Rectangular Black Dial Stainless Steel Mens Watch PF8289

By Pulsar

Located in New York, NY

This New With Defects Pulsar PF8289 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by japanese quartz movement which is cased in a stainless steel case. It has a rectangle shape fa...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Wrist Watches

1933 Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Mens Art Deco Rectangular Watch - 18K Gold
1933 Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Mens Art Deco Rectangular Watch - 18K Gold

1933 Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Mens Art Deco Rectangular Watch - 18K Gold

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1942 Patek Philippe "Tegolino" Vintage Mens Rectangular 18K Gold Watch - Papers
1942 Patek Philippe "Tegolino" Vintage Mens Rectangular 18K Gold Watch - Papers

1942 Patek Philippe "Tegolino" Vintage Mens Rectangular 18K Gold Watch - Papers

By Patek Philippe

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Men's Grand 27mm Rectangular Wrist Watch
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Men's Grand 27mm Rectangular Wrist Watch

Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Men's Grand 27mm Rectangular Wrist Watch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Montclair, NJ

Watchmaker: Tiffany & Co. Movement: Swiss Made - Quartz Case Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 69.1 Grams (case and strap) Case Size (Width): 27mm (not including the crown)...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1930's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Midsize Rectangular Art Deco Watch - Platinum
1930's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Midsize Rectangular Art Deco Watch - Platinum

1930's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Midsize Rectangular Art Deco Watch - Platinum

By Patek Philippe

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

1930's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Art Deco Rectangular Curved Watch - 18K Gold
1930's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Art Deco Rectangular Curved Watch - 18K Gold

1930's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Art Deco Rectangular Curved Watch - 18K Gold

By Patek Philippe

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Gold Men's Rectangular Watch White Dial Roman Markers
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Gold Men's Rectangular Watch White Dial Roman Markers

Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Gold Men's Rectangular Watch White Dial Roman Markers

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch Model: M243 Serial: 14 - 202 Rectangular - Tank Style circa 2001 Quartz movement White Dial, Roman and stick gold markers 35 (45 with...

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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Hampton Rectangular 10030 Stainless Men's Watch Box and Papers
Baume & Mercier Hampton Rectangular 10030 Stainless Men's Watch Box and Papers

Baume & Mercier Hampton Rectangular 10030 Stainless Men's Watch Box and Papers

By Baume & Mercier

Located in San Diego, CA

Baume & Mercier Style Number: 10030 Serial: 5456*** Year: Original Purchase Date October 2012 Model: Hampton Rectangular Collection Case: Stainless Steel Band: Black Leather ...

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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tiffany & Co. Men's Stainless Steel Dual Time Quartz Rectangular Watch M201
Tiffany & Co. Men's Stainless Steel Dual Time Quartz Rectangular Watch M201

Tiffany & Co. Men's Stainless Steel Dual Time Quartz Rectangular Watch M201

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Tiffany & Co. Stainless Steel Dual Time Watch Model: M201 Serial: 10-300 Quartz movement Stainless steel case - 26mm x 36 mm Tiffany & Co. Stainless steel clasp - new navy blue...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

PATEK PHILIPPE Rectangular Mens Watch
PATEK PHILIPPE Rectangular Mens Watch

PATEK PHILIPPE Rectangular Mens Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This mens dress watch from Patek Philippe is in a thick heavy squared off 18k yellow gold case,with stick markers and subsidiary seconds at the six o'clock position ,it has a mechani...

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Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 Men Stainless Steel Rectangular Dial Watch
Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 Men Stainless Steel Rectangular Dial Watch

Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 Men Stainless Steel Rectangular Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

"Xupes Reference: W6014 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: GMT-Master II Model Variant: 0 Model Number: 16710 Age: 40549 Gender: Men Complete With: Rolex Box & Guarantee Dial: Black Other Gl...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

"Black on Black" Rectangular Jaeger LeCoultre Men's Wristwatch
"Black on Black" Rectangular Jaeger LeCoultre Men's Wristwatch

"Black on Black" Rectangular Jaeger LeCoultre Men's Wristwatch

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in New York, NY

A rectangular stainless steel Jaeger LeCoultre mechanical wristwatch with black dial and stamped, black leather bracelet, and knobbed bezel. Serial number: 47690. Dial dimensions: 2...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Audemars Piguet Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch
Audemars Piguet Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch

Audemars Piguet Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch

By Audemars Piguet

Located in Miami, FL

Men's Audemars Piguet Vintage Rectangular watch in 18k Yellow Gold.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vacheron & Constantine watch
Vacheron & Constantine watch

Vacheron & Constantine watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in New York, NY

This is an elegant, rectangular shaped men's watch.

Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Vacheron & Constantine watch
Vacheron & Constantine watch

Vacheron & Constantine watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in New York, NY

This is an elegant, rectangular shaped men's watch.

Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

1930' s Gruen Rose Gold Filled Curvex, Stunning "Curvature."  17 Jewels
1930' s Gruen Rose Gold Filled Curvex, Stunning "Curvature."  17 Jewels

1930' s Gruen Rose Gold Filled Curvex, Stunning "Curvature." 17 Jewels

By Gruen

Located in Raleigh, NC

The first watches went on sale in 1935. During the mid-1930s, the fashion was for longer and more curved rectangular watches for men.

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

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Patek Philippe 1950s Yellow 18K Gold Open Face Pocket Watch
Patek Philippe 1950s Yellow 18K Gold Open Face Pocket Watch

Patek Philippe 1950s Yellow 18K Gold Open Face Pocket Watch

$19,590Sale Price|30% Off

W 1.78 in D 0.24 in L 2.29 in

Patek Philippe 1950s Yellow 18K Gold Open Face Pocket Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Naples, IT

For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

NEW LOUIS VUITTON Rare Fuchsia Runway Cartoon Art Firebird Limited Edition Bag
NEW LOUIS VUITTON Rare Fuchsia Runway Cartoon Art Firebird Limited Edition Bag

NEW LOUIS VUITTON Rare Fuchsia Runway Cartoon Art Firebird Limited Edition Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

The extremely rare LOUIS VUITTON Fuchsia Cartoon Firebird, the most luxurious of them all. One of a kind and only a few were released Worldwide in 2008! Cartoon Limited Collection ba...

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Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags

Baume et Mercier Yellow Gold 18 Carats Black Leather Strap Cushion Shape Watch
Baume et Mercier Yellow Gold 18 Carats Black Leather Strap Cushion Shape Watch

Baume et Mercier Yellow Gold 18 Carats Black Leather Strap Cushion Shape Watch

Located in Vannes, FR

Baume et Mercier Yellow Gold 18 Carats Black Leather Strap Cushion Watch - Brand: Baume & Mercier - Model: Cushion - Material: Solid 18K Yellow Gold - Gold Weight: 23.14 gr...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3ct Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3ct Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3ct Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

By VimleshBadaya

Located in Jaipur, RJ

Commanding in presence and refined in detail, The Imperial Light solitaire signet ring is a masterclass in contemporary opulence. At its heart gleams a breathtaking 3-carat natural r...

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2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Cartier Audemars Piguet 1970s Yellow Gold Tank Mechanical mid size Wrist Watch
Cartier Audemars Piguet 1970s Yellow Gold Tank Mechanical mid size Wrist Watch

Cartier Audemars Piguet 1970s Yellow Gold Tank Mechanical mid size Wrist Watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1970 Cartier classic Tank Wrist Watch, 20 x 20 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, Sapphire crown. 20 Jewel, Audemars Piguet Manual wind, Nickle Lever movement. White Enamel Dia...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermes HAC 50 Birkin Bag Etoupe Togo Leather Brass Hardware
Hermes HAC 50 Birkin Bag Etoupe Togo Leather Brass Hardware

Hermes HAC 50 Birkin Bag Etoupe Togo Leather Brass Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a rare Hermes HAC 50 bag featured in Etoupe. Accentuated with Brass hardware. Comes with lock, keys and clochette. This is the moment for men and power bags - and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Vintage Rolex Day Date 36MM 18038 Walnut Birch Wood Dial Bark 18K Gold Watch
Vintage Rolex Day Date 36MM 18038 Walnut Birch Wood Dial Bark 18K Gold Watch

Vintage Rolex Day Date 36MM 18038 Walnut Birch Wood Dial Bark 18K Gold Watch

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

Brand: Rolex  Gender: Men   Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Diameter: 36.00 mm Weight: 123.56 grams ROLEX Gent's 18K yellow gold, ROLEX Swiss-made wristwatch. Engraved with "18K" an...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega De Ville men's wristwatch in brass and black metal. 1980s.
Omega De Ville men's wristwatch in brass and black metal. 1980s.

Omega De Ville men's wristwatch in brass and black metal. 1980s.

By Omega

Located in bronshoj, DK

Omega De Ville men's wristwatch in brass and black metal. 1980s. All parts are original. Quartz movement. In perfect condition. The watch requires a battery replacement. Dial: 23 mm.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Brass

Van Cleef & Arpels by Andre Vassort Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels by Andre Vassort Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace

Van Cleef & Arpels by Andre Vassort Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

A Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow gold. The necklace weighs 139.17 grams. The dimensions of the brooch is 2.25"" x 1.75"" and t...

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20th Century Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire

Hermes Birkin Bag 50cm in Barenia Crinoline
Hermes Birkin Bag 50cm in Barenia Crinoline

Hermes Birkin Bag 50cm in Barenia Crinoline

$28,500

H 15.36 in W 19.69 in D 9.85 in

Hermes Birkin Bag 50cm in Barenia Crinoline

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Do not miss out on this rare Hermès Birkin Bag 50cm in Barenia Crinoline—an extraordinary and rare piece that epitomizes luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless elegance. The generous 50...

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1990s French Top Handle Bags

Baume & Mercier Montre Mecanique Or Malachite 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Watch
Baume & Mercier Montre Mecanique Or Malachite 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Watch

Baume & Mercier Montre Mecanique Or Malachite 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in PARIS, FR

Baume & Mercier watch circa 1970 in 18k yellow gold (750/1000), oval case, signed malachite dial, mechanical movement (manual winding), signed green leather strap, signed gold-tone m...

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Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet 18Kt Solid Gold & Diamond Bezel Turler Ladies Watch circa 1970's
Audemars Piguet 18Kt Solid Gold & Diamond Bezel Turler Ladies Watch circa 1970's

Audemars Piguet 18Kt Solid Gold & Diamond Bezel Turler Ladies Watch circa 1970's

By Audemars Piguet

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Audemars Piguet STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 21mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manu...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Centure 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist watch
Cartier Centure 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist watch

Cartier Centure 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1970s Cartier Paris Centure Collection Wrist Watch, 18k Yellow Gold 27 X 27 M.M. 2 Piece stepped case. 17 jewel mechanical, manual wind movement. White Dial with Black Roman nu...

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Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens Diamond Dial Automatic 1980s RA551B
Rolex Oyster 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens Diamond Dial Automatic 1980s RA551B

Rolex Oyster 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens Diamond Dial Automatic 1980s RA551B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless icon, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual 16013 Datejust diamond dial automatic, c.1987, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18k Gold Stick White Dial Automatic Watch 116508
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18k Gold Stick White Dial Automatic Watch 116508

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18k Gold Stick White Dial Automatic Watch 116508

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. 2022 Card. Comes with an original box and paper. * Free Shipping within the USA * Three-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can veri...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 2303
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 2303

Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 2303

By Cartier

Located in Stamford, CT

Embrace timeless elegance with the Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Chronograph Wristwatch, Ref 2303. This exquisite timepiece is a masterful blend of tradition and innovation,...

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

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Mens Rectangular Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the mens rectangular watch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Stainless Steel, Gold and Yellow Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 8 vintage or 5 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a mens rectangular watch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A mens rectangular watch from Audemars Piguet, Tiffany & Co. and Baume & Mercier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Finding a mens rectangular watch for sale for men should be easy, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.

How Much is a Mens Rectangular Watch?

Prices for a mens rectangular watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $352 and can go as high as $18,353, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,200.

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.