Benrus More Jewelry and Watches
2
to
1
1
1
2
1
18
681
172
164
143
2
1
1
1
1
1
Creator: Benrus
Art Deco 10k White Gold Filled Ladies Benrus Bracelet Watch, circa 1940
By Benrus
Located in Westward ho, GB
For your consideration is this very attractive white gold 10k filled ladies manual wrist watch. It’s 10k white gold filled throughout (both the bracelet arms have BENRUS 1/10 10K G...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Benrus More Jewelry and Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, White Gold
Rectangular Art Deco Style "Olsen" Watch with Leather Strap by Benrus, 1930s
By Benrus
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 9" total length
- Gold plated
- Dark brown leather strap
- Mechanical movement
- Inscribed with "J.D.F. Dec 1939" on verso
- By Benrus
- Circa 1930s
- Estate acquired
- Good vintage condition with wear commensurate with age and use.
PLEASE NOTE: The watch is currently ticking and keeping time, but due to the vintage nature of this item we cannot guarantee the watch will continue to work as sometimes even shipping a watch can cause the movement to stop working. Watch movements can be replaced by a watch repair...
Category
1930s American Modern Vintage Benrus More Jewelry and Watches
Related Items
Art Deco Cartier 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Bracelet Concord Watch with Box
By Cartier
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Exquisite diamond accented vintage Cartier, this Art Deco 14 karat white gold bracelet hosts a Concord 17 jeweled manual wind movement CXC watch
with sa...
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Benrus More Jewelry and Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Hermes Black Ostrich Watch Strap
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes '06 Black Ostrich Watch Strap
Made in: Not given- believed to be France
Year of Production: 2006
Stamp: J stamp in square
Color: Black
Mate...
Category
Early 2000s French Benrus More Jewelry and Watches
Art Deco White Gold Filled Ladies Watch by Bulova, Serviced, circa 1935
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Westward ho, GB
We are delighted to be able to offer you this wonderful ladies Art Deco watch made by the American watch company Bulova. For your consideration i...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Benrus More Jewelry and Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, White Gold
Elgin Rose Gold Filled Art Deco Watch Tortue Shaped Watch from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tortue Shape
METAL / MATERIAL: Rose Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 26mm
MO...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Benrus More Jewelry and Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Rose Gold
Gruen 10k Gold Filled Art Deco Watch
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style / Reference 770
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Benrus More Jewelry and Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Gruen Gold Filled Art Deco Curvex Watch with Diamond Dial 1940's
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 449
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 22mm...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Benrus More Jewelry and Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Hamilton Gold-Filled Art Deco Watch with Articulating Lugs 1940's
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Articulated Case
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 51mm X Width 27mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber 72
DIAL / HANDS: Sterling Silver with 18Kt. Solid Gold Applied Numerals / Gilt Hands
ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 16mm / Regular Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This wonderful Art Deco watch was produced by the legendary American House of Hamilton, from Lancaster PA. The dial is done is Sterling Silver with Solid 18Kt. Gold Applied Numerals. Only the worlds finest Swiss Watches went to this extreme. We seldom see this model and this one is in exceptional condition. It is offered with an original Hamilton Buckle and with what we think was the original New, Old Stock Strap as well. The strap, while being new is to dried out to actually use. This watch can easily be worn every day and counted on to get you there on time, every time.
Hamilton Watch Company History
The wrong train, on the wrong track, at the wrong time at the end of the 19th century frequently resulted in disastrous train wrecks. In response to the critical need for accuracy on the nation’s railroads, laws were passed in 1891 establishing set standards of accuracy.
All engineers and railroad workers were required to purchase and maintain their watches to keep accurate time based on set standards, about 30 seconds per week was the tolerance.
This was the inspiration for The Hamilton Watch Company which was founded in 1892 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The company was started by a group of investors who were looking to create a high-quality, American-made watch. Hamilton quickly became a leading manufacturer of pocket watches, and by the early 1900s, the company was supplying watches to the US military.
In 1917, Hamilton introduced its first wristwatch for service men entering the first World War. The wristwatch quickly became popular with both soldiers and civilians recognizing how practical they were. Hamilton continued to grow throughout the 1920s and 1930s, and by the 1940s, the company was one of the largest watchmakers in the world.
Hamilton had exceptional engineers and designers and their watches were elegantly styled as well as dependable. As a watchmaker myself I consider Hamilton to be one of the worlds “best” watches. It was mass produced perfection. Even today, you can take 100 old Hamilton’s of the same model apart and shake them up in a bag and reassemble 100 watches that will work perfectly with almost no adjustment. This is an achievement.
In the early 1930’s our family store in Los Angeles was a “Hamilton” Store. Even during the depression though Hamilton did not allow you to discount the price to sell a watch. Also, in the neighborhood was another Hamilton store and one day the owner sent in a “shill” to buy a Hamilton from us, someone gave them a slight discount. Well, that was all it took for Hamilton to “pull the line” from us. In those days the local jewelry supply houses sold you the watches and they were all told not to sell to us...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Benrus More Jewelry and Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tortue Shape
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 32mm Length X 25mm Width
MOVEMENT...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Benrus More Jewelry and Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Gruen Gold Filled Art Deco Curvex Style Watch with Original Dial circa 1940's
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Curvex
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Width 22mm
MOVEME...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Benrus More Jewelry and Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Art Deco Celluloid 1930s Novelty Brooch
Located in Westward ho, GB
Beautiful piece of jewellery dating to the 1930's is this novelty brooch depicting a 1920's/30's lady walking her dog, possibly an Airedale. The lady is...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Benrus More Jewelry and Watches
Materials
Silver Plate
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tortue Shaped Watch, Circa 1940's
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tortue Shape
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm X Width 27mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber 1155
DIAL / HANDS: Original Gold Markers with Gold Arabic Numerals / Gold Hands
ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 16mm / Regular Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This classic Art Deco Watch was produced by the iconic America house of Waltham, founded in the mid 1800's.
They produced some of the worlds finest railroad watches...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Benrus More Jewelry and Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Ladies Art Deco Cocktail Diamond Sapphire Platinum Secret Watch
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A timeless time piece from the famed Art Deco era. This interesting and ornate "secret watch" doubles as a bracelet. The hidden dial has a spring cover ...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Benrus More Jewelry and Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Benrus more jewelry and watches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Benrus more jewelry and watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using white gold. We have 2 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider more jewelry and watches by Bulova Watch Company, Coro, and Alfred Philippe for Trifari. Prices for Benrus more jewelry and watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $716 and tops out at $828, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $772.
Creators Similar to Benrus
Questions About Benrus More Jewelry and Watches
- Where are Benrus watches made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Benrus watches were manufactured in Switzerland, with some aspects of the assembly in America. The striking Art Deco designs from the mid- 20th century are particularly sought after by collectors today. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and modern Benrus watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Are Benrus watches still made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Benrus watches are still made and available from this noted watch-making brand. Benrus went through some troubled years but has recently announced it is relaunching its watch efforts to position the brand to once again be a leader in this realm. Find a collection of expertly vetted Benrus watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Yes, some Benrus watches are worth something. Collectors are often on the hunt for examples of the American watchmaker's Art Deco timepieces, which have ornate cases and stately dials. Age, style, condition and demand for similar pieces all impact the selling price of Benrus watches. To get an estimate of how much a particular timepiece is worth, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or licensed antiques dealer. Find an assortment of Benrus watches on 1stDibs.