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1981 Ladies Stainless Steel Rolex Datejust 26mm Oyster Bracelet Watch Ref. 6718
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous unisex Rolex Datejust is from 1981 and reference 6718. The automatic self-winding
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Rare Air-King Date Model with Original Blue Dial From 1981
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Air-King Date / Reference 5700/1200
METAL
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Rolex Steel Air-King Date Rare Model with Original Blue Dial circa, 1981
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Air-King Date / Reference 5700/1200
METAL
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Rolex Cellini King Midas 4143
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A stunning yet simple Cellini King Midas in white gold by Rolex. Features a champagne dial with
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Rolex NOS Cellini Two-Tone 4150
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A stunning Cellini two-tone wristwatch in yellow gold and white gold by Rolex. Features a black
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Sea-Dweller stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1665
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Rolex Sea-Dweller in stainless steel. With original service papers dated 2008 and Rolex
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 18k/SS YG 2tone Watch Collectible Buckley 16013
By Rolex
Located in Richmond, CA
A fine and collectible Gent's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust wristwatch in "All Buckley
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Black Dial, circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 31mm Steel MOP Diamond Roman Dial Ladies Automatic Watch 178384
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Model Information:
Brand: Rolex
Model: Rolex Datejust 178384
Model Number: 178384
Type and Style:
Type
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
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H 1.23 in W 0.4 in Dm 1.23 in
Rolex GMT-Master 16758 in yellow gold with a Black dial 39mm Automatic watch
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex GMT-Master in 18k with nipple dial on patented Swiss Rolex 18k Venezuela bracelet. Auto w
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies Datejust 26mm 18k Yellow Gold & Steel Gold Dial Watch Ref: 69173
By Rolex
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 26mm Watch
Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Paper
100% Authentic Authenticity Card
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel
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Rolex Men's Stainless Steel Model 15010 Oyster Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Popular Men's Rolex Wrist Watch Model 15010 with 33mm Steel Case and Stainless Steel Oyster
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady Date-Just President Watch 18K Full Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in Rome, IT
Rolex Lady Date-Just President 6917. Crafted from exquisite 18K yellow gold, this timepiece exudes
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15053 14k Gold Ss Automatic 1980s RA272R
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
gold bezel, c.1981. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed blue dial, applied
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Date Ref 15000 18k Diamond Bezel Automatic 1980s OM102
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dazzling luxury, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref.15000 automatic, c.1981 with diamond bezel
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1980s 15053 14k Gold ss Automatic Swiss RA272
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
gold bezel, c.1981, all original. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed blue
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Jon Gould in Montauk
By Andy Warhol
Located in Santa Monica, CA
at Studio 54 and expensive gifts, including a Rolex watch.
Image dimensions: 8 x 10 in.
Framed
Category
1980s Pop Art Black and White Photography
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Christopher Makos, Pat Cleveland, and Jon Gould on a beach in Montauk
By Andy Warhol
Located in Santa Monica, CA
glamorous outings at Studio 54 and expensive gifts, including a Rolex watch.
This is a unique work.
Image
Category
1980s Pop Art Black and White Photography
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Tall Bird Form, dark grey & jade abstract bronze sculpture by Vivienne Foley
By Vivienne Foley
Located in London, GB
UK, London • Four Seasons Hotel, Amman, Jordan • Rolex, London • Regent Palace Hotel, Budapest
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 15.16 in W 7.09 in D 5.52 in
Black Classic Vase II, Unique Black / Ebony Porcelain Vase by Vivienne Foley
By Vivienne Foley
Located in London, GB
• Four Seasons Hotel, Amman, Jordan • Rolex, London • Regent Palace Hotel, Budapest Hungary • Millenium
Category
Early 2000s British Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Cobalt Trio, still life of three soft purple porcelain vases by Vivienne Foley
By Vivienne Foley
Located in London, GB
UK, London • Four Seasons Hotel, Amman, Jordan • Rolex, London • Regent Palace Hotel, Budapest
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
H 12.21 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in
Blue Grey Trio, set of three hand thrown porcelain vases by Vivienne Foley
By Vivienne Foley
Located in London, GB
UK, London • Four Seasons Hotel, Amman, Jordan • Rolex, London • Regent Palace Hotel, Budapest
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
H 12.6 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in
Cactus Trio, still life of three green thrown porcelain vases by Vivienne Foley
By Vivienne Foley
Located in London, GB
UK, London • Four Seasons Hotel, Amman, Jordan • Rolex, London • Regent Palace Hotel, Budapest
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
H 12.41 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in
Celadon Trio, still life of three hand thrown porcelain vases by Vivienne Foley
By Vivienne Foley
Located in London, GB
UK, London • Four Seasons Hotel, Amman, Jordan • Rolex, London • Regent Palace Hotel, Budapest
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
H 10.24 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in
Butter Trio, set of three soft white / cream porcelain vases by Vivienne Foley
By Vivienne Foley
Located in London, GB
UK, London • Four Seasons Hotel, Amman, Jordan • Rolex, London • Regent Palace Hotel, Budapest
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
H 9.85 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in
Tall Lily Vase, a Black / Ebony Sculptural Porcelain Vase by Vivienne Foley
By Vivienne Foley
Located in London, GB
• Four Seasons Hotel, Amman, Jordan • Rolex, London • Regent Palace Hotel, Budapest Hungary • Millenium
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Art Glass
Black Classic Vase III, a unique black / ebony porcelain vase by Vivienne Foley
By Vivienne Foley
Located in London, GB
Hotel, Amman, Jordan • Rolex, London • Regent Palace Hotel, Budapest Hungary • Millenium Hotel
Category
Early 2000s British Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
H 14.77 in Dm 4.73 in
Jacques Monory-1985 Roland Garros French Open-HAND SIGNED
By Jacques Monory
Located in Brooklyn, NY
tournament has recruited notable artists since 1981 - when Eduardo Arroyo created series of pictures that
Category
20th Century Contemporary Prints and Multiples
Materials
Offset
Dish Mouth Vase III, a Unique Black / Ebony Porcelain Vase by Vivienne Foley
By Vivienne Foley
Located in London, GB
• Four Seasons Hotel, Amman, Jordan • Rolex, London • Regent Palace Hotel, Budapest Hungary • Millenium
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Garniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Vase with Star Rim, a Unique White Porcelain Vase by Vivienne Foley
By Vivienne Foley
Located in London, GB
Lane Hotel, Barbados • Ford UK, London • Four Seasons Hotel, Amman, Jordan • Rolex, London • Regent
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Vase with Foliate Rim II, Unique White Porcelain Vase by Vivienne Foley
By Vivienne Foley
Located in London, GB
Lane Hotel, Barbados • Ford UK, London • Four Seasons Hotel, Amman, Jordan • Rolex, London • Regent
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Dish Mouth Vase II, a unique black / ebony porcelain vase by Vivienne Foley
By Vivienne Foley
Located in London, GB
Hotel, Amman, Jordan • Rolex, London • Regent Palace Hotel, Budapest Hungary • Millenium Hotel
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Vintage Rolex Air-King Reference 5500 Stainless Steel Watch, 1981
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1981 Vintage Rolex Air-King Ref. 5500 Stainless Steel watch with Original Silver Dial with Applied
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust 16030 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 16030 Men's Watch.
36mm Stainless Steel case.
Stainless Steel fluted bezel.
Black
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust 16003 Vintage Rare White Men's Automatic Watch Two-Tone
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust 16003 Vintage Rare White Men's Automatic Watch Two Tone 36MM
Category
Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches
Rolex Ladies Diamond Dial Bezel 18K Day Date President
By Rolex
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
This classic timepiece is one highly sought after. This ladies diamond bezel, dial Rolex contains
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1981 Rolex Cellini 18 Karat Gold Ladies Model 4360
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
1981 Rolex Cellini 18 Karat Gold Ladies Model 4360
Manual Wind
Very Good Working Condition.
Fits up
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Colored Dial Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
1981 Rolex Datejust, serviced. Original Rolex dial custom refinished with multiple layers of
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Oyster Perpetual self-winding Wristwatch, circa 1981
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
. 18038. Made circa 1981. Fine, center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, 18K yellow gold wristwatch
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Rare Rolex Cellini Ref 4170, 18k Yellow Gold, circa 1981, Superb Condition
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our rare vintage Rolex Cellini reference 4170 features a 18k yellow gold case of 30mm (exc crown) x
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rare Rolex Cellini Ref 4170, 18k Yellow Gold, circa 1981, Superb Condition
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our rare vintage Rolex Cellini reference 4170 features a 18k yellow gold case of 30mm (exc crown) x
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Air King Custom Dial Original Oyster Bracelet from 1980 or 1981
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Ref. 5500
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Red Dial Oyster Perpetual Watch, circa 1981
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / 5500
METAL: Stainless
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Date
By Rolex
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
ROLEX Watch model Oyster Date Ref 15017 n°6753888. Bracelet Jeans. Yellow gold. automatisa
Category
Antique 1880s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Rolex Datejust 26 6917
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W5022
Manufacturer: Rolex
Model: Datejust
Model Ref: 6917
Age:
Gender: Ladies
Complete With
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Twenty Dollar Coin Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Twenty Dollar Coin Watch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow gold coin case ( 34mm
Category
20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Perpetual Oyster Two Tone Watch Silver Dial
By Rolex
Located in Media, PA
Rolex Wristwatch with Silver Dial
1981 Model 7295385 Serial Number
Model Datejust Two Tone 16013
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Perpetual Oyster Two Tone Watch Silver Dial
By Rolex
Located in Media, PA
Rolex Wristwatch with Silver Dial
1981 Model 7295385 Serial Number
Model Datejust Two Tone 16013
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 16013 Men Watch Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Datejust 16013 Mens Watch. 36mm Stainless Steel case. 18k Yellow Gold fluted bezel
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Rolex Day-Date 18 Karat Yellow Gold 18038
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Reference: W5132
Manufacturer: Rolex
Model: Day-Date
Model Reference: 18038
Age: Circa 1981
Gender
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Ref. 6917, Lady's Datejust Gold and Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, DateJust, Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, case No. 6357030
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Ladies President 18k Yellow Gold 6917 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Ladies President 18K Yellow Gold 6917 Watch - Automatic winding, 29 jewels, Quickset date
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 18038
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 18038 - Automatic winding; quick-set; sapphire
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Turnograph Men's Steel Watch with Thunderbird Bezel 16250
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Turnograph Men's Steel Watch with Thunderbird Bezel 16250 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 6917
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Datejust 6917 is a beautiful Ladie's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cellini Model 4671 with Custom Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Cellini Model 4671 Octagonal 18k Yellow Gold with Blue Roman Dial and Custom Diamonds
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Date in Stainless Steel 34 mm Watch REF 15000
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
1980's Beautifully preserved Rolex Date on a Jubilee bracelet
Brand: Rolex
Model Name: Date
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 17013 Men's Watch in 18kt Stainless Steel/Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 17013 Men's Watch in 18kt Stainless Steel/Yellow Gold
SKU: 124193
PRIMARY DETAILS
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Pre-Owned Rolex Lady Datejust Ref. #6917 with Malachite Dial
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Malachite is possibly the most rare natural stone dial Rolex offered on the Lady Datejust. The rich
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Malachite Dial Presidential Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex
Model: Day-Date Presidential
Reference Number: 18038
Serial: "6 mill."
Dial
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Surely you’ll find the exact 1981 rolex you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Stainless Steel, Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 24 vintage or 1 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a 1981 rolex from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a 1981 rolex, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.
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The price for a 1981 rolex starts at $3,360 and tops out at $29,995 with these watches, on average, selling for $5,500.
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