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Movado Sapphire Diamond Watch

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Movado 3.55 Carats Total Mixed-Cut Sapphire & Diamond Antique Watch Bracelet

Movado 3.55 Carats Total Mixed-Cut Sapphire & Diamond Antique Watch Bracelet

By Movado

Located in New York, NY

A gorgeous vintage bracelet watch, featuring a watch hidden underneath a freeform burst of cabochon sapphires weighing 2.70 carats total and round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.8...

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Movado Ladies Multicolor White Gold Diamond Turquoise Bracelet Wristwatch

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Located in Beverly Hills, CA

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Located in New York, NY

Movado Yellow Gold Watch Bracelet circa 1950-60, with the original dial. Materials: 18k YG 33.1 dwt Hallmarked market 18k Original dial c. 1950- 1960 Measurements: 7 ½ Long x ¾ wi...

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By Movado

Located in New York, NY

Display Model. Original Box and Papers are Included. Covered by 1-year Chronostore Warranty. Details: MSRP 1995.00 Brand Movado Department Women Model Number 0606815 Country/Region...

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Located in San Francisco, CA

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Antique Art Deco Movado Platinum Watch Pendant with Chain

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Located in San Francisco, CA

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