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Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Watch, circa 1956
Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Watch, circa 1956

Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Watch, circa 1956

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 6305/1 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel w/ Rose Gold Bezel DIMENSIONS: Length 42mm X Diameter 34mm CIRC...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Vacheron Constantin Vintage Watch 1956 Fancy Lugs and Swan Regulation, Pink Gold
Vacheron Constantin Vintage Watch 1956 Fancy Lugs and Swan Regulation, Pink Gold

Vacheron Constantin Vintage Watch 1956 Fancy Lugs and Swan Regulation, Pink Gold

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vacheron Constantin Vintage 1956 with Fancy Lugs and Swan Regulation, Pink Gold A very fine and elegant Vacheron Constantin to fit in every High Valued collection. Functions: hours...

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Vintage 1950s Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Patek Rose Gold Automatic Watch Ref 2584, circa 1956
Patek Rose Gold Automatic Watch Ref 2584, circa 1956

Patek Rose Gold Automatic Watch Ref 2584, circa 1956

By Patek Philippe

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Large Round Bracelet / Reference 2584 METAL / MATERIAL: 18k Solid Rose Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 36mm X Diameter 36m...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Omega Seamaster Chronometer 2767‑1 – Automatic – 35mm – 1956
Omega Seamaster Chronometer 2767‑1 – Automatic – 35mm – 1956

Omega Seamaster Chronometer 2767‑1 – Automatic – 35mm – 1956

By Omega

Located in London, GB

Omega Seamaster Chronometer 2767‑1 – Automatic – 35mm – 1956 An incredibly rare and highly desirable Omega Seamaster Chronometer Certified reference 2767‑1, dating to 1956.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Poljot / Kirovskie, steel 30mm case, attractive honeycomb dial, manual, c 1956
Poljot / Kirovskie, steel 30mm case, attractive honeycomb dial, manual, c 1956

Poljot / Kirovskie, steel 30mm case, attractive honeycomb dial, manual, c 1956

Located in Canterbury, England

We date manufacture to c.1956 : Poljot Kirovskie is a historic Soviet-era brand, manufactured by the famous First Moscow Watch Factory (1MWF), named in honor of the Bolshevik leader ...

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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Tudor Stainless Steel From 1956 with Custom Finish on the Original Dial
Tudor Stainless Steel From 1956 with Custom Finish on the Original Dial

Tudor Stainless Steel From 1956 with Custom Finish on the Original Dial

By Tudor

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Tudor Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Reference 7813 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1956 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diameter 31mm MOV...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Factory Original "Deep Sea" Dial 1956
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Factory Original "Deep Sea" Dial 1956

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Factory Original "Deep Sea" Dial 1956

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual "Deep Sea" / Reference 6532 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1956 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Factory Original "Deep Sea" Dial 1956
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Factory Original "Deep Sea" Dial 1956

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Factory Original "Deep Sea" Dial 1956

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual "Deep Sea" / Reference 6532 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1956 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Factory Original "Deep Sea" Dial 1956
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Factory Original "Deep Sea" Dial 1956

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Factory Original "Deep Sea" Dial 1956

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual "Deep Sea" / Reference 6532 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1956 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual 18K Yellow Gold 34mm 6564 Circa 1956
Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual 18K Yellow Gold 34mm 6564 Circa 1956

Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual 18K Yellow Gold 34mm 6564 Circa 1956

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A rare vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual reference 6564, an exceptional yellow gold timepiece featuring a rare hobnail-patterned dial with applied gold faceted baton indices and a raise...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

10K Yellow Gold Omega Century Gold and Black Vintage, Circa 1956, Deco, Retro
10K Yellow Gold Omega Century Gold and Black Vintage, Circa 1956, Deco, Retro

10K Yellow Gold Omega Century Gold and Black Vintage, Circa 1956, Deco, Retro

By Omega

Located in New York, NY

Omega century Gold Black Vintage 1962 Caliber 286 10 K Yellow gold It has a inscription in the back … Ronson long service award, Dec 1956 Original case, dials an crown Manual Wind...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1984 Rolex Day-Date 18038 18K YG Champagne Linen Dial Auto 36mm
Vintage 1984 Rolex Day-Date 18038 18K YG Champagne Linen Dial Auto 36mm

Vintage 1984 Rolex Day-Date 18038 18K YG Champagne Linen Dial Auto 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Definitive Gold Rolex The Day-Date has been the top of the Rolex catalog since its introduction in 1956. It is a watch with an identity so strong that it has required almost no ...

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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Very Rare Vintage Milgauss Stainless Steel 1019
Rolex Very Rare Vintage Milgauss Stainless Steel 1019

Rolex Very Rare Vintage Milgauss Stainless Steel 1019

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

The Rolex Milgauss (introduced 1956) is a specialised watch designed for scientists and engineers to withstand strong magnetic fields up to 1,000 Gauss, combining "mille" (French for...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Vintage Longines Automatic Stainless Steel Watch, 1956
Vintage Longines Automatic Stainless Steel Watch, 1956

Vintage Longines Automatic Stainless Steel Watch, 1956

By Longines

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1956 Vintage Longines Ref. 2220-P Stainless Steel watch with Original Solver Dial with Allied Steel Beveled Triangle Markers. 33mm x 41mm lug to lug (1.3 in. x 1.61 in.) - 20 jewel, ...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Longines Automatic Stainless Steel Watch, 1956
Vintage Longines Automatic Stainless Steel Watch, 1956

Vintage Longines Automatic Stainless Steel Watch, 1956

By Longines

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1956 Vintage Longines Stainless Steel Automatic watch with Silver Dial with Applied Steel Arabic 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12 with Pointed, Tapered, and Beveled Markers. 33mm x 41mm lug to...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Universal Geneve Stainless Steel Watch, 1956
Vintage Universal Geneve Stainless Steel Watch, 1956

Vintage Universal Geneve Stainless Steel Watch, 1956

By Universal Genève

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1956 Vintage Universal Geneve Stainless Steel watch with Original Silver Dial with Applied Steel Arabic 6 & 12 with Stick/Bar/Baton Markers. 33mm x 40mm lug to lug (1.3 in. x 1.57 in...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Patek Philippe Disco Volante Ref. 2552 Watch, 1956
Vintage Patek Philippe Disco Volante Ref. 2552 Watch, 1956

Vintage Patek Philippe Disco Volante Ref. 2552 Watch, 1956

By Patek Philippe

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1956 Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Disco Volante Automatic Ref. 2552 18k Yellow Gold watch with Original Silver Dial with Applied Gold Arabic 12 and Elongated Beveled Arrow Marker...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Universal Geneve 18 Karat Rose Gold Watch, 1956
Vintage Universal Geneve 18 Karat Rose Gold Watch, 1956

Vintage Universal Geneve 18 Karat Rose Gold Watch, 1956

By Universal Genève

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1956 Vintage Universal Geneve 18k Rose Gold Rare Unusual Ridged Bezel Case with Original Black Dial with Applied Beveled Triangle Rose Gold Markers. 34mm x 39mm lug to lug (1.34 in. ...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe 2526J 1st Automatic Calatrava Watch circa 1956 "Hausmann" Rome
Patek Philippe 2526J 1st Automatic Calatrava Watch circa 1956 "Hausmann" Rome

Patek Philippe 2526J 1st Automatic Calatrava Watch circa 1956 "Hausmann" Rome

By Patek Philippe

Located in Santa Monica, CA

A must for any serious collector. The back of the watch is engraved with provenance dated Feb. 15, 1957 Date & Paperwork: The watch was made in 1956-1957, Additionally, the watch...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulova 14k Yellow Gold Vintage 1956 Self Winding 'Automatic' Men's Watch
Bulova 14k Yellow Gold Vintage 1956 Self Winding 'Automatic' Men's Watch

Bulova 14k Yellow Gold Vintage 1956 Self Winding 'Automatic' Men's Watch

By Bulova

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Bulova 14k Yellow Gold Vintage 1956 Self Winding (Automatic) Men's Watch Movement #: 11ACAC Case #: B765939 14K Yellow Gold Case w/ Crown Case diameter = 35 mm (37 mm w/ Crown) Lu...

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Vintage 1960s American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified 1956 Rolex Precision 6480 Off-White Dial
Certified 1956 Rolex Precision 6480 Off-White Dial

Certified 1956 Rolex Precision 6480 Off-White Dial

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference #:6480. . Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Omega Stainless Steel Manual Wind ref# 2910-3SC, circa 1956
Omega Stainless Steel Manual Wind ref# 2910-3SC, circa 1956

Omega Stainless Steel Manual Wind ref# 2910-3SC, circa 1956

By Omega

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Purchase includes our popular branded fine Italian leather watch pouch, ideal for travel or storage. SKU: 50055

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Ref# 2848 Automatic Wristwatch, circa 1956
Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Ref# 2848 Automatic Wristwatch, circa 1956

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Ref# 2848 Automatic Wristwatch, circa 1956

By Omega

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Omega Seamaster ref# 2848 movement serial # 15.6 million circa 1956. Featuring a 34 x 42mm case and heavy snap on steel caseback with wide sloped lugs. With original two toned silver...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Longines Stainless Steel Dress Model Oversized Manual Wristwatch, circa 1956
Longines Stainless Steel Dress Model Oversized Manual Wristwatch, circa 1956

Longines Stainless Steel Dress Model Oversized Manual Wristwatch, circa 1956

By Omega

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Vintage man’s Longines stainless steel oversize manual wind dress model circa 1956. Featuring large for the era 37 x 46mm heavy snap back case with extended lugs, acrylic crystal, ma...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Rose Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 circa 1956
Rolex Rose Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 circa 1956

Rolex Rose Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 circa 1956

By Rolex

Located in Paris, FR

Rolex 18k Rose Gold Datejust wristwatch, self-winding with date.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Zenith Chronograph Calibre 156.17 – 18ct Yellow Gold – 38mm x 36mm – 1956
Zenith Chronograph Calibre 156.17 – 18ct Yellow Gold – 38mm x 36mm – 1956

Zenith Chronograph Calibre 156.17 – 18ct Yellow Gold – 38mm x 36mm – 1956

By Zenith Watch Company

Located in London, GB

This Zenith Chronograph Calibre 156.17, dated to 1956, is a highly sought‑after and increasingly scarce piece from Zenith’s golden era.

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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Lady's Rare Yellow Gold Buckle Bracelet Watch circa 1956
Rolex Lady's Rare Yellow Gold Buckle Bracelet Watch circa 1956

Rolex Lady's Rare Yellow Gold Buckle Bracelet Watch circa 1956

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

The bracelet is fully hallmarked with Swiss marks and marks to note the piece was created in the fourth quarter of 1956. The watch measures 5/8 of an inch wide and the adjustable bra...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

1956 Omega Seamaster Mens Vintage Automatic Mid-Century Watch - Stainless Steel
1956 Omega Seamaster Mens Vintage Automatic Mid-Century Watch - Stainless Steel

1956 Omega Seamaster Mens Vintage Automatic Mid-Century Watch - Stainless Steel

By Omega

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 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1956 Rolex Oysterdate Vintage Mens Midsize Unisex Ref. 6466 Watch - SS
1956 Rolex Oysterdate Vintage Mens Midsize Unisex Ref. 6466 Watch - SS

1956 Rolex Oysterdate Vintage Mens Midsize Unisex Ref. 6466 Watch - SS

By Rolex

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 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Datejust Watch Ref 6605.     1956 Anyone Turning 61 Soon?
Rolex Steel Datejust Watch Ref 6605.     1956 Anyone Turning 61 Soon?

Rolex Steel Datejust Watch Ref 6605. 1956 Anyone Turning 61 Soon?

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / 6605 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: 1956 / 1957 DIMENSIONS: 44mm X 36mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Wi...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

1956 Omega Seamaster 18K Rose Gold Melbourne Olympic xvi Watch Cross of Merit
1956 Omega Seamaster 18K Rose Gold Melbourne Olympic xvi Watch Cross of Merit

1956 Omega Seamaster 18K Rose Gold Melbourne Olympic xvi Watch Cross of Merit

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1956 Omega Seamaster Men's 18K Rose Gold Melbourne Olympic Watch This rare collector's watch is set in 18K Rose Gold.

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

1956 AP Audemars Piguet "Calibre K2071" 18 Karat Gold Men’s Leather Strap Watch
1956 AP Audemars Piguet "Calibre K2071" 18 Karat Gold Men’s Leather Strap Watch

1956 AP Audemars Piguet "Calibre K2071" 18 Karat Gold Men’s Leather Strap Watch

By Audemars Piguet

Located in Miami, FL

A stunning vintage Audemars Piguet "Calibre K2071" 18K Gold Mens Leather Strap Watch with Manual-Wind "Wind 29 Jewel" Movement, a genuine calfskin leather band, a 31mm x 36mm dial, a...

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex, Oyster Precision, Men, 1956
Rolex, Oyster Precision, Men, 1956

Rolex, Oyster Precision, Men, 1956

By Rolex

Located in Braintree, GB

Rolex - Oyster Precision - Men - 1956 Ref : 6422 Serial : 201368 Gender: Mens Model : Oyster Precision Case Diameter : 33 mm Movement: Manual Winding Watchband Material: Leat...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Date Wristwatch from 1956
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Date Wristwatch from 1956

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Date Wristwatch from 1956

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Date / 6466 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: 35mm X 30mm CIRCA: 1956 MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 17 Jewels / In...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster 6282 1956  Manual Wind Full set
Rolex Oyster 6282 1956  Manual Wind Full set

Rolex Oyster 6282 1956 Manual Wind Full set

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Rolex Oyster 6282 1956 Manual Wind Rare Cream Dial Original Papers & Bracelet A rare and historically significant vintage piece, this Rolex Oyster 6282 dates back to 1956 and is...

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Vintage 1950s European Wrist Watches

Rare Vintage Omega 2890-1 Jumbo – 1956  Exceptional Condition
Rare Vintage Omega 2890-1 Jumbo – 1956  Exceptional Condition

Rare Vintage Omega 2890-1 Jumbo – 1956 Exceptional Condition

By Omega

Located in London, GB

Named "Jumbo" due to its larger-than-average 36mm stainless steel case, this watch stands out among the smaller 34mm dress watches of the era.

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Vintage 1950s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Omega Vintage Calibre 510 Manual Wind – 9ct Gold 1956
Omega Vintage Calibre 510 Manual Wind – 9ct Gold 1956

Omega Vintage Calibre 510 Manual Wind – 9ct Gold 1956

By Omega

Located in London, GB

This vintage Omega Calibre 510 manual wind dress watch from 1956 offers excellent value in a solid 9ct gold case.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

1956 Jaeger-LeCoultre / Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Galaxy Mystery Dial
1956 Jaeger-LeCoultre / Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Galaxy Mystery Dial

1956 Jaeger-LeCoultre / Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Galaxy Mystery Dial

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in Suwanee, GA

It is now running as strong and as true as a brand new watch, keeping time better than brand new Rolexes and the finest quality watches we have owned.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

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White Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Presentation Manual Wristwatch, circa 1956
Rolex Yellow Gold Presentation Manual Wristwatch, circa 1956

Rolex Yellow Gold Presentation Manual Wristwatch, circa 1956

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This special watch was produced by Rolex and done with a custom dial and hand engraved case as a presentation watch to an employee for 25 years of loyal ...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Seamaster Automatic 2849‑4SC – Gold‑Plated – c.1956 – Serviced April 2026
Omega Seamaster Automatic 2849‑4SC – Gold‑Plated – c.1956 – Serviced April 2026

Omega Seamaster Automatic 2849‑4SC – Gold‑Plated – c.1956 – Serviced April 2026

By Omega

Located in London, GB

A superb vintage Omega Seamaster reference 2849‑4SC, dating to around 1956 and presented in excellent working order. Recently fully serviced in our workshop in April 2026, this watch...

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Vintage 1950s European Wrist Watches

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Gold Plate

Omega MoD RAF / Air Ministry A. M. 6B / 169 Wristwatch, Patination, Circa 1956
Omega MoD RAF / Air Ministry A. M. 6B / 169 Wristwatch, Patination, Circa 1956

Omega MoD RAF / Air Ministry A. M. 6B / 169 Wristwatch, Patination, Circa 1956

By Omega

Located in Canterbury, England

M. 6B / 169 was issued by the MoD to the Air Ministry (RAF) in 1956 to pilots and navigators. Using the robust Omega 302T2 - SC and cased (36mm stainless steel with screw back case, ...

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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Royal manual wind wristwatch Ref 6444, circa 1956
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Royal manual wind wristwatch Ref 6444, circa 1956

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Royal manual wind wristwatch Ref 6444, circa 1956

By Rolex

Located in Firenze, IT

With manual wind movement, black dial gilt baton numerals and Rolex crown on a black leather strap, circa 1956s, case diameter approx 32mm Case n° 153596 Ref 6444

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch Ref 3913 circa 1956

Omega Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch Ref 3913 circa 1956

By Omega

Located in Firenze, IT

PLEASE NOTE: OUR PRICE IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF SHIPPING, IMPORTATION TAXES & DUTIES Omega 14k yellow gold rectangular wristwatch with prominent "top hat" shoulders, Ref. 3913, circa...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2007 Rolex Stainless Steel Milgauss 116400 Black Dial
2007 Rolex Stainless Steel Milgauss 116400 Black Dial

2007 Rolex Stainless Steel Milgauss 116400 Black Dial

By Rolex

Located in Newport Beach, CA

Rolex’s solution was the Rolex Milgauss, created in 1956, the first watch of its kind. Hence the name of the watch, mille being French for thousand.

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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

2008 Rolex Stainless Steel Milgauss 116400GV Black Dial Green Crystal
2008 Rolex Stainless Steel Milgauss 116400GV Black Dial Green Crystal

2008 Rolex Stainless Steel Milgauss 116400GV Black Dial Green Crystal

By Rolex

Located in Newport Beach, CA

Rolex’s solution was the Rolex Milgauss, created in 1956, the first watch of its kind. Hence the name of the watch, mille being French for thousand.

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Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

2018 Rolex Stainless Steel Milgauss Black Green 116400GV Box and Papers
2018 Rolex Stainless Steel Milgauss Black Green 116400GV Box and Papers

2018 Rolex Stainless Steel Milgauss Black Green 116400GV Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in Newport Beach, CA

Rolex’s solution was the Rolex Milgauss, created in 1956, the first watch of its kind. Hence the name of the watch, mille being French for thousand.

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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Milgauss Automatic Wristwatch Ref 116400, 2008
Rolex Stainless Steel Milgauss Automatic Wristwatch Ref 116400, 2008

Rolex Stainless Steel Milgauss Automatic Wristwatch Ref 116400, 2008

By Rolex

Located in Hicksville, NY

Absolutely stunning Rolex Milgauss wristwatch Stainless Steel Model 116400 This Rolex Milgauss watch is instantly recognizable. Created by Rolex in 1956 for scientists, this watch w...

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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Green Sapphire, Stainless Steel

2008 Rolex Oyster Milgauss Stainless Steel Model 116400
2008 Rolex Oyster Milgauss Stainless Steel Model 116400

2008 Rolex Oyster Milgauss Stainless Steel Model 116400

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The original maker of the watch is not under any obligation to service watches by Stephanie Windsor.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

1956 Rolex Oysterdate Vintage Mens Midsize Unisex Ref. 6466 Watch - SS
1956 Rolex Oysterdate Vintage Mens Midsize Unisex Ref. 6466 Watch - SS

1956 Rolex Oysterdate Vintage Mens Midsize Unisex Ref. 6466 Watch - SS

By Rolex

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 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Wristwatch circa 1956
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Wristwatch circa 1956

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Wristwatch circa 1956

By Rolex

Located in Stamford, CT

Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Early Datejust Perpetual Wristwatch, circa 1956
Rolex Stainless Steel Early Datejust Perpetual Wristwatch, circa 1956

Rolex Stainless Steel Early Datejust Perpetual Wristwatch, circa 1956

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Ref. 6605 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: 49mm X 36mm CIRCA: 1956 MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual W...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster   1956  Manual Wind  Rare Cream Linen Dial  Original Sale Papers
Rolex Oyster   1956  Manual Wind  Rare Cream Linen Dial  Original Sale Papers

Rolex Oyster  1956 Manual Wind Rare Cream Linen Dial Original Sale Papers

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Also accompanied with an insurance valuation from Andrew Smith Jewellers dated 14th April 2016 valuing the watch at £3250. Vintage Rolex watches of this era are collectible in their...

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Vintage 1950s European Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Original Dial and Riveted Bracelet, circa 1956
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Original Dial and Riveted Bracelet, circa 1956

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Original Dial and Riveted Bracelet, circa 1956

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: 1956 / 1957 DIMENSIONS: Length 41mm X Diameter 34mm MOVEM...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Baignoire Watch, 18 Kt Gold Case, Steel and Gold Bracelet
Cartier Baignoire Watch, 18 Kt Gold Case, Steel and Gold Bracelet

Cartier Baignoire Watch, 18 Kt Gold Case, Steel and Gold Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Rome, IT

•THE HISTORY OF THE CARTIER BAIGNOIRE After the appearance of the first oval-shaped watches in 1912, it was in 1956 that Cartier's Baignoire watch entered the market.

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Late 20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Mens Omega Seamaster XVI Olympic 18k Gold Automatic 1950s w Box JM1
Mens Omega Seamaster XVI Olympic 18k Gold Automatic 1950s w Box JM1

Mens Omega Seamaster XVI Olympic 18k Gold Automatic 1950s w Box JM1

By Omega

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Historical, timeless classic, Men's 18k solid gold Omega Seamaster 1956 XVI Olympic dress watch, c.1950s, rare collectible with original Omega box.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Omega Rose Gold Seamaster XVI Commemorative Wristwatch Melbourne Olympics 1956
Omega Rose Gold Seamaster XVI Commemorative Wristwatch Melbourne Olympics 1956

Omega Rose Gold Seamaster XVI Commemorative Wristwatch Melbourne Olympics 1956

By Omega

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This is the Omega Seamaster XVI, Ref. 2850SC in 18k rose gold with a cross on the back of the case, beautiful faceted dog-leg lugs, and is in excellent condition. The beautiful origi...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ollech & Wajs Stainless Steel Diver's Wristwatch
Ollech & Wajs Stainless Steel Diver's Wristwatch

Ollech & Wajs Stainless Steel Diver's Wristwatch

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This is a vintage Ollech & Wajs Diver's watch. Ollech & Wajs is a company from Switzerland that started selling watches in about 1956 that catered to the sportsman.

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Omega Seamaster Stainless Steel Watch, 1956
Vintage Omega Seamaster Stainless Steel Watch, 1956

Vintage Omega Seamaster Stainless Steel Watch, 1956

By Omega

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1956 Vintage Omega Seamaster Ref. 2938-2 SC Stainless Steel watch with Original Silver Dial with Applied Steel Beveled Elongated Triangle Markers. 35mm x 42mm lug to lug (1.38 in. x ...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 1014 Watch, 1956
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 1014 Watch, 1956

Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 1014 Watch, 1956

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1956 Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 1014 14k Yellow Gold Shell Over Stainless Steel Case with Original Silver Dial with Applied Elongated Beveled Tipped and Tapering Stick/Bar/B...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe 2481J Jumbo 37mm Calatrava Watch Circa 1956
Patek Philippe 2481J Jumbo 37mm Calatrava Watch Circa 1956

Patek Philippe 2481J Jumbo 37mm Calatrava Watch Circa 1956

By Patek Philippe

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Date & Paperwork: The watch was made in 1956, confirmed with an extract from the archives confirming its date of manufacture and further sale.

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Vintage Zenith 18 Karat Rose Gold Dress Watch, 1956
Vintage Zenith 18 Karat Rose Gold Dress Watch, 1956

Vintage Zenith 18 Karat Rose Gold Dress Watch, 1956

By Zenith

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1956 Vintage Zenith Over Sized 37 mm 18k Rose Gold watch with Original Silver Dial with Applied Rose Gold Arabic 2, 4, 8, 19, and 12 with Beveled Bar Markers. 37mm x 44mm lug to lug ...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Longines Jumbo Reference 6333-11 Stainless Steel Watch, 1956
Vintage Longines Jumbo Reference 6333-11 Stainless Steel Watch, 1956

Vintage Longines Jumbo Reference 6333-11 Stainless Steel Watch, 1956

By Longines

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1956 Vintage Longines Jumbo 38 mm Wide Stainless Steel watch with Silver Dial with Painted Arabic Silver Number. 38mm x 44mm lug to lug (1.5 in. x 1.73 in.) - 17 jewel, manual calibe...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Breitling Chronograph Rose Gold Filled and Steel Watch, 1956
Vintage Breitling Chronograph Rose Gold Filled and Steel Watch, 1956

Vintage Breitling Chronograph Rose Gold Filled and Steel Watch, 1956

By Breitling

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1956 Vintage Breitling 2 Register Chronograph RARE Ref. 1194 Rose Gold Plated Case with Stainless Steel Case Back watch with 'F.I.G.A.'

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Omega Reference 2892-2-SC Stainless Steel Watch, 1956
Vintage Omega Reference 2892-2-SC Stainless Steel Watch, 1956

Vintage Omega Reference 2892-2-SC Stainless Steel Watch, 1956

By Omega

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1956 Vintage Omega Ref. 2892-2-SC Stainless Steel watch with Original Two Tone Silver and Light Gold Dial with Applied Gold Beveled Elongated Arrow Markers. 35mm x 42mm lug to lug (1...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Omega Seamaster Automatic Calendar Cal.503, Steel 1956 Gents Watch
Vintage Omega Seamaster Automatic Calendar Cal.503, Steel 1956 Gents Watch

Vintage Omega Seamaster Automatic Calendar Cal.503, Steel 1956 Gents Watch

By Omega

Located in Kenley surrey, GB

The Original dial is in fair, unrestored condition.Unpolished stainless steel case with snap back.Movement Cal.503 automatic in fully working order, keeps correct time.Cleaned and se...

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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

1956 Omega Constellation Yellow Gold 2853 Wristwatch
1956 Omega Constellation Yellow Gold 2853 Wristwatch

1956 Omega Constellation Yellow Gold 2853 Wristwatch

By Omega

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

We also purchase watches and offer consignment services - Please contact us for more information. ** SERVICE HISTORY * This watch has been serviced and refurbished in our Omega a...

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Omega Stainless Steel Constellation Wristwatch circa 1956
Omega Stainless Steel Constellation Wristwatch circa 1956

Omega Stainless Steel Constellation Wristwatch circa 1956

By Omega

Located in West Hollywood, CA

All our watches are guaranteed genuine and come with a one year warranty of accurate timekeeping.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Calendar automatic wristwatch, circa 1956
Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Calendar automatic wristwatch, circa 1956

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Calendar automatic wristwatch, circa 1956

By Omega

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Powered by self winding caliber 503 bump automatic movement serial # 15.5 million which dates this watch to approximately 1956. Recently fully serviced.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

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By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

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By Bulgari

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20th Century Italian Modern Wrist Watches

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By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

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By Rolex

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Pre Owned Vintage Rolex Model Yacht-Master 169628 Serial/Year Pre-Owned Case Diameter 40 mm Dial White Automatic 2235 movement, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, waterproof, screw...

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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

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By Patek Philippe

Located in Boston, MA

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Antique 1880s Late Victorian Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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18 Kt Collectors Rolex President Wood Dial, Ref 18038 from 1978

18 Kt Collectors Rolex President Wood Dial, Ref 18038 from 1978

By Rolex

Located in Antwerp, BE

18 Kt Collectors Rolex President Wood Dial, Ref 18038 Gender: Mens Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatches Reference: 18038 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Casual M...

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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Early Oysterdate with Rare Super Oyster Crown, circa 1951
Rolex Stainless Steel Early Oysterdate with Rare Super Oyster Crown, circa 1951

Rolex Stainless Steel Early Oysterdate with Rare Super Oyster Crown, circa 1951

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Super Oysterdate / Reference 6094 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 40mm X Diameter 33mm CIRCA: 1951 MOVEM...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel and 14Kt. Solid Gold Oyster Perpetual with Original Dial Mid 1960's
Rolex Steel and 14Kt. Solid Gold Oyster Perpetual with Original Dial Mid 1960's

Rolex Steel and 14Kt. Solid Gold Oyster Perpetual with Original Dial Mid 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 7008 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel and 14Kt. Gold CIRCA / YEAR: Mid 1960's DIMENSIONS / SI...

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Materials

Gold, Steel

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By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1960s Rolex Wrist Watch, 33 M.M. 14K 2 piece case, 9 M.M. thick, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle lever movement, 2 tone Silver Satin Pie pan dial with raised Gold marke...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Two Tone Zephyr with Original Bracelet from 1968
Rolex Two Tone Zephyr with Original Bracelet from 1968

Rolex Two Tone Zephyr with Original Bracelet from 1968

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17
Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17

Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17

By Cartier

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...

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2010s Wrist Watches

Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya Crocodile Niloticus Palladium Hardware
Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya Crocodile Niloticus Palladium Hardware

Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya Crocodile Niloticus Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Berlin, DE

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

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Emilio Jewelry Grs Certified Burma No Heat Ruby

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By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue,  Featuring one of the rarest Natural Rubies in the world. This ruby has r...

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21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Ruby, Platinum

Madame Grès Haute Couture Black Silk Faille Evening Dress, c. 1965
Madame Grès Haute Couture Black Silk Faille Evening Dress, c. 1965

Madame Grès Haute Couture Black Silk Faille Evening Dress, c. 1965

By Madame Gres

Located in London, GB

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Fine Estate 1.71 TCW Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Three Stone Gypsy Ring

Fine Estate 1.71 TCW Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Three Stone Gypsy Ring

Located in New York, NY

Fine estate 1.71 TCW diamond and 14K yellow gold three stone gypsy ring 20th Century Unusual, attractive substantial 14K yellow gold gypsy setting perfectly complements the three bea...

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Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rolex President Quartz Day-Date Factory Diamond Dial 18k Gold
Vintage Rolex President Quartz Day-Date Factory Diamond Dial 18k Gold

Vintage Rolex President Quartz Day-Date Factory Diamond Dial 18k Gold

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

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Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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1956 Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 1956 watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 36 vintage or 1 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect 1956 watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A 1956 watch from Rolex, Omega and Patek Philippe — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A 1956 watch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 1 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a marquise cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a 1956 watch, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a 1956 Watch?

Prices for a 1956 watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $2,200 and can go as high as $45,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,575.

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.

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