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Is a 20 year old Rolex considered vintage?

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Is a 20 year old Rolex considered vintage?
Yes, a 20-year-old Rolex would be considered vintage by most people. Generally, timepieces that are at least 20 years old are thought of as vintage. And as collecting vintage watches gains steam as a hobby, other venerable brands including Patek Philippe, Breitling and Omega have been mining their archives of late, reissuing mid-century models and resurrecting design elements with retro appeal. Find a variety of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
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1989 Rolex Datejust Jubilee Engine Turned Bezel Silver Dial 36mm Watch Ref 16220
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
This classic unisex vintage Rolex Datejust wrist watch is circa 1989 and reference 16220. Features
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1989 Full Set Rolex GMT Master II Bi Metal Gold Steel Wristwatch Box Papers Etc
By Rolex
Located in GB
Wimbledon-Furniture delighted to offer for sale this stunning original 1989 Rolex GMT Master II Bi
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone White Diamond Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1989
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
guaranteed! The sale comes with a new style Rolex box, appraisal certificate and our in-house 1 year
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Original Dial with Gilt Markers, 1989
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air King / Reference 5500
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16570
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A 40mm Explorer II by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with a date aperture, a red 24 hour hand and a
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 16233 Jubilee Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16233 Serial: L961*** Year: 1989 Model: Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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