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Solid Gold Vintage Watches (and more)

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This RARE, vintage PAUL BUHRE 14k., solid rose gold watch is truly a stunning watch to gaze upon! The 34mm.x42mm.signed, 14k.rose gold "eccentric" case is absolutely unique and stylish; having HUGE, flared lugs that really are quite something to see on the wrist! The original dial; having raised, rose gold tone Roman numerals with matching rose hands and sub-seconds is also beautiful! The crown is matching rose toned. The manual winding, very fine PAUL BUHRE movement was recently cleaned and is accurate. Paul Buhre of Le Locle Switzerland supplied watches to the Russian Imperial court in the late 1800's and produced very fine watches that are seldom seen. You will truly LOVE this RARE and fine prize! Only $1950.

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This1950's LONGINES 14k. Measures 32mm. and is highlighted with decorative and sweeping lugs. The solid gold case is without any dings or scratches. The original dial is pristine...."new" looking! The manual winding LONGINES movement was just cleaned and is accurate. This watch is quite slim and sleek at only 8.5mm. thin. This is a really great looking vintage watch "with style" for only $1295.

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This vintage and MASSIVE solid gold, 1950's LONGINES manual wind is truly RARE! The substantial, 37mm across (9.1mm. thick including crystal) 14k. solid, yellow gold with case snap-back is shimmering and scratchless! This case looks absolutely H U G E on the wrist due to the narrow bezel and large dial! The 12, 3, 6, 9 amazing and original silver dial with raised markers and sweep seconds is textured with a wave pattern adding more visual appeal to this fine LONGINES! There are some age marks on the dial, but on the wrist it looks fabulous overall. The very fine manual winding LONGINES movement was just cleaned and overhauled...keeping precise time. This is the first time we have seen such a dial; having such detail and interest! It is rare to find VERY LARGE solid gold watches of any brand. Here is your opportunity for only $1795.

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Look at the condition of this all gold (14k.) with solid, 14k. Gold bracelet! The case (by LONGINES) is pristine; as is the (non-Longines) beautifully accenting solid, 14k. Bracelet! The original dial is in "like new" condition; having Roman numerals at 12, 3, 6, 9 with quadrant markings. The 33.75mm. Solid gold case has an interesting "coin edge" bezel that really makes this watch interesting to gaze upon. This watch is thin at 8.8mm. And 33.8mm. Across, 39mm. Lug to lug. The bracelet is not Longines; but, beautifully matching; with brick link bracelet. Keep in mind, we are not finding solid gold bracelets on their own or even on watches these days; they have been melted or kept by the owners. The automatic winding LONGINES movement was just cleaned and is accurate. This is a class act all in solid GOLD! $1795.

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This vintage, 1980's mens' UNIVERSAL GENEVE measures a smaller 23.5x36.5mm. and only a slim 6.5mm. in thickness. The attractive rectangular case is made of stainless steel and brushed chrome; retaining the original UNIVERSAL GENEVE winding crown. The high quality, manual winding UNIVERSAL GENEVE movement was just cleaned and is accurate. The slate gray dial was faithfully and expertly rerstored to perfection. Universal Geneve was founded in 1894 and today produces EXTREMELY expensive watches. If you are seeking a very understated, sleek and slim dress watch; then this one is your choice. Only $895.

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Look at this very uncommon, ULTRA-THIN, vintage 1970's, solid 18k. white gold UNIVERSAL GENEVE GOLDEN SHADOW! The 18k. white solid gold case spreads out across the wrist; measuring 32x37mm. lug-to-lug. The thickness is a mere 7.8mm. including the crystal. This "t.v." shaped size allows for more wrist coverage and does appear larger than the dimensions "sound". Finding any vintage watch in white gold is uncommon; of course, they are highly sought after. The solid, 18k. white gold case shimmers and is free of any major dings or scratches. This azure blue dial is fabulous! The original dial radiates that starburst pattern reminiscent to those blue dial watches of the 1970's...who can forget those mesmerizing dials! The famous micro-rotor automatic winding movement was a milestone in its' time and was amongst the thinnest movement manufactured in the era. Universal Geneve was founded in 1894 and today produces EXTREMELY expensive watches. in If you are seeking a slim, spectacular looking and high quality dress watch; and also want it to be modest in size, you are very lucky....here it is! Only $1595.


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Here is a fine and newer (2001) solid, 18k. gold HENRY BIRKS battery operated quartz watch with box and papers. Normally, we don't sell newer watches; but this 26x35mm. x11.5mm. thick rectangular beauty certainly has vintage appeal! Notice the cabochon winding crown. The entire watch is in "like new" condition and retains the original inner and outer boxes and all papers. The Roman numeral white dial is reminiscent of a Cartier and is quite eye-catching! BIRKS jewelers are equivalent to TIFFANY's in Canada and only cary high-end pieces. This is a very fine solid, 18k. gold watch for a fraction of its' original price! Only $995.

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Here is a very interesting and uncommon 1950's solid gold LONGINES AUTOMATIC measuring 32.75mm. Across; having the original LONGINES winding crown. The dial is completely original having raised gold markers with Dauphine, pitched hands. The case is extremely interesting; having scalloped bezel, elongated lugs and snap back, all around creating a wonderful and exciting vintage look!


We were please to find this vintage, 1980 CORUM $10 (1899) solid gold watch with all the original box, papers and receipt! This is the hard-to-find $10 version; which is the smaller in size, measuring 28.5x35mm. across. The $20 version is the larger watch. This watch and coin are in very fine condition; having the coin edge case, notches bezel and sapphire crystal; with both sides of the 1899 $10 gold piece visible. There are no dings or scratches to the case. The winding crown is accented and topped with a round brilliant-cut diamond, set with its culet facing up. The understated baton hands set off the look! The manual winding 18 jewel movement by CORUM is very fine in its' quality and manufacture and of course, is accurate. This is rare to find these watches; never mind the box and papers; which is even rarer! This watch must have been lightly worn; as the original band and buckle are intact. These CORUM watches are still sold new; and in the $10 size they are $9,500 new with a cheap quartz movement! Keep in mind, this is the original mechanical version. Please keep in mind the size of this watch. It is a mens' watch; but is smaller in size; perfect for a woman too! $2995.


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We were quite thrilled to obtain this luscious 1950's 18k. rose gold IWC (International watch company Shaffhausen) vintage GEM! The dial is completely original and NOT refinished.... raised, rose gold markers, Dauphine, pitched hands..rose, dot seconds register...only minor and usual spotting from age! If you are like me; simplicity is EVERYTHING in a vintage watch....clean lines...understated, yet visibly refined...obviously valuable. This IWC exudes all you are seeking. The watch looks quite LARGE on the wrist; at 36.5mm., wide, polished bezel, extended, ribbon shaped and curved lugs...reminiscent of a Patek..Vacheron...or IWC! The caliber 89 movement was just cleaned, serviced and keeping time very well. This dial is a rare find; being all original, as most we find have been refinished. Even the rose gold winding crown remains on this watch! The case is free of any dings or scratches. You will find yourself glancing at your wrist a little more than normal, as people may think you are in a rush; when really, you are simply mesmerized! ONLY $2975.

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Here is a fine and newer circa (2000-2005) stainless steel Auguste Raymond measuring 26.5x38mm. in glistening stainless steel and having a sapphire display back. This watch also boasts a cabochon-tipped winding crown. Notice the white dial with Roman numerals and date aperture at 5:00. This is a great looking every-day watch that should provide years of accurate service for only $595

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Here is a fine, 1960's solid 18k. gold MOVADO KINGMATIC CHRONOMETER AUTOMATIC. The heavy gold case is in very fine shiny shape and is signed Movado with 18k. hallmarks. The very high quality MOVADO 28 jewel chronometer grade AUTOMATIC winding movement was recently cleaned and is accurate. The silver dial with date aperture was expertly restored to perfection; retaining the original baton hands and sweep seconds. This is a refined and understated vintage, solid gold MOVADO that will be sure to please! Only $995.

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Here is a fine, 1960's MOVADO 18k. solid gold housed in a VERY SLIM gold case measuring a smaller and classic 31.5x37mm lug to lug and only 6mm. thin. The solid gold case is in fine shape... only minor and usual marks from normal use. The very high quality MOVADO manual winding movement was recently cleaned and is accurate. The silver dial having very thin gold hands and baton markers adds to the clean, simple and understated lines. This is a refined, vintage solid gold MOVADO that will be sure to please! Only $995.

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Here is a fine, 33mm., 1940's solid, 18k. gold MOVADO having interesting "horn" style lugs, with the case being in very fine overall shape! The perfectly refinished dial with the original raised gold markers, gold hands and blued steel sweep seconds is flawless! The manual winding MOVADO movement was recently cleaned and is keeping accurate time. This is a true, classic looking vintage MOVADO in solid 18k. gold! Only $995!

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Here is a vintage, 1940's SOLID YELLOW GOLD (14k) BULOVA with a perfectly restored black dial, retaining the original gold markers and hands... a real gem! The solid gold BULOVA case is in excellent shape... no dings... great looking, sprawling lugs, stepped bezel ...all SOLID GOLD...not gold filled! The original BULOVA manual winding movement SPARKLES after just being cleaned and overhauled...keeping accurate time. This watch measures 21.5x38.5mm. Its' classic vintage look will draw many eyes. You will treasure this solid gold BULOVA! Only $895.

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Here is an VERY uncommon, 1950's., solid, 14k., white gold Art Deco HAMILTON with Art deco style (authentic) diamond dial...WOW! This watch measures 21.5x39mm. and is 11mm. thick with round and hooded lugs...spectacular and LARGE looking on the wrist! Look at the perfectly restored black dial; retaining the original white gold numerals, encrusted with sparkling diamonds! The manual winding (high quality) HAMILTON movement is of very fine caliber... shining and accurate after a recent cleaning! These white gold Art Deco watches are very difficult to locate with these DECO dials and lugs! Your black tie watch has arrived! For a man, or woman.

Only $1395!.

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This vintage, solid 14k. white gold, 1950's LONGINES features an original diamond dial with sub-seconds in fantastic condition! The solid, white gold LONGINES case measures 22x40mm....sparkling! Note the hour glass case with faceted sides, signed winding crown and sprawling lugs. the manual wining LONGINES high quality movement was just cleaned and overhauled...keeping excellent time! $1995.

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Here is a solid 14k. white gold, 30mm. LONGINES...retaining the original inner and outer boxes, paperwork and all original inner and outer price tags! The dial is enhanced with high quality diamonds.. making this the perfect "New Years Eve" or black tie vintage watch! The wining crown is original and signed. The manual winding LONGINES movement was recently cleaned and is keeping time rather well. Notice the "cross-hatching" pattern on both the dial and hooded lugs...very unique! This is a fine solid gold and diamond LONGINES dress watch for only $1495!

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This vintage, solid, 18k. yellow gold, OVERSIZED and heavy gold cased NIVADA is a real find! The LARGE, 36mm. solid gold case contains quite a bit of gold and is very substantial.... note the teardrop shaped lugs...perfect for a larger wrist! The black dial is superb... expertly restored to perfection exactly as per original... having raised gold markers and gold gilt printing. The manual winding NIVADA movement was just cleaned... of very fine quality and keeping time quite well! You really must see this watch in "person" the pics don't do it justice... it is huge, elegant and commands a second look! The case is hallmarks 18k. on the case rear and lug. Only $1150!

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Here is an early and uncommon 33.5mm. solid 14k. gold longines having solid gold, fixed, bar lugs and snap back. The dial is quite good looking with raised gold markers and hands with sub-seconds. It was refinished many, many years ago and retains its' vintage appeal! The manual winding movement was cleaned and overhauled and will provide many years of service! This is not a common LONGINES; and don't forget, it is solid 14k. yellow gold for only $895!

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This is a fine, sleek and solid, 18k.gold, automatic winding JUVENIA, measuring 33mm. Across, only 9.5mm thin... The gold dial with date aperture is very nice...only a couple of minor age spots. The automatic winding 21 jewel JUVENIA movement was just cleaned and is keeping time very well. Note, the fine florentine style bezel! This is a great looking vintage 1960's solid 18k. gold JUVENIA watch for only $995!

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What a classic vintage look that exudes from this 1960's stainless steel ZENITH automatic! The 34mm. sparkling, signed, ZENITH screw back case gleams as if it were new! I love the look of the narrow bezel against the full size (original) silver dial, having offset date, steel baton markers and matching hands. It is so minor to mention, but there is some fading in the wording "SWISS MADE" at the bottom... visibly, not detracting... the dial is otherwise spectacular! The automatic, rotor winding ZENITH movement is of very high caliber, cleaned, accurate and ready to tick away for years to come! The offset date is a very desirable feature, adding to this watch's collectability. You will really love the clean and classic look this watch brings to your wrist. Zenith is simply one of the highest quality and best SWISS watch manufacturers in the world... many of their new watches selling in the "thousands of dollars"! This vintage automatic can be your daily wearer for only $925!

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Here is a 35mm., very uncommon"light bulb dial" vintage 1960's EVERLIGHT watch made by "BELMONT INDUSTRIES". This particular variety feature a tiny light bulb at 12 and 6:00..compared to all (few) we have seen with only one bulb at 12:00! This watch takes a very common 391 battery. The stainless steel case with (signed screw) back is excellent. The dial is original... The bulbs glow bright while pressing the button at 2:00. The manual winding, "BELMONT INDUSTRIES" movement is cleaned and keeping time very well. This is a very rare item that you can search far and wide on the internet and not find! Keep in mind... This watch is on new old stock condition! $1495.

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This SWISS MADE SOLAR TOURIST EVERLIGHT is a rare watch! When you depress the top button a bright light glows at 12:00! This watch was produced in the 1960's and is in overall mint, original condition! The gold plated (with steel back) case measures 35mm. and is in "like new" condition. The manual winding SWISS made movement is cleaned and keeping time quite well! $1200. These are very uncommon watches!

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This vintage MIDO SKYDIVER dive watch is one have not seen prior to this fine 37mm. example! The stainless steel example with crown guard and coin edge screw-back (MIDO) case looks very much like a pointed crown guard ROLEX SUBMARINER! The original black dial with ROLEX SUBMARINER-like configuration is outstanding in its' appearance and maintains the original blued steel pencil hands and red sweep seconds. The automatic winding MIDO movement was just cleaned and is accurate. Notice the original bubble-date crystal. Overall, this uncommon MIDIO SKY-DIVER dive watch is a great looking watch to wear every day! Only $995.

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