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Is Cartier as prestigious as Rolex?
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Yes, Cartier is generally as prestigious as Rolex. These two luxury watch brands are universally heralded for all the distinctive timepieces they’ve brought to market. The main reasons for Rolex's success are its unwavering commitment to precision and an unflagging pursuit of innovation. During its long history, Rolex has introduced the world's first waterproof watch, the first wristwatch to feature an automatic date-changing function and more. Cartier has an equally rich heritage. The Santos de Cartier watch was one of the world's first modern, commercially successful wristwatches for men. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Cartier and Rolex watches.
1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
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Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel And 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch Circa 1990.
The Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch Circa 1990 is a 36mm watch. In very good...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16233 (1994)
By Rolex
Located in Bloomington, MN
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16233 (1994) – Stainless Steel & 18k Yellow Gold with Aftermarket Mother-of-Pearl Diamond Dial & Bezel
This striking 1994 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust...
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Timeless Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16233 (1989)
By Rolex
Located in Bloomington, MN
Step into enduring luxury with this 1989 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust, reference 16233. This iconic timepiece combines the strength of s...
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
2001 Rolex Men's Oyster Perpetual Watch Two Tone 14233M Champagne Dial #22567
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2001 Rolex Men's Oyster Perpetual Watch
Model: 14233M
Serial: K881198
This classic Rolex Men's watch is set in stainless steel and 18K yel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Air King Stainless Steel Wristwatch Circa 1993
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Air King Stainless Steel Wristwatch Circa 1993.
The Rolex Air King Stainless Steel Wristwatch is from 1993. The band is an oyster band and the blue dial has markers and 3/6/9...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 14K Gold Ladies Classique Rolex Watch With Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage ladies Rolex watch with diamond accents
Circa 1960's
Rolex Precision 8297
Hand winding
Cushion shape
17mm
Six graduating round brilliant diamonds F/G VS prong set
F...
Category
Vintage 1960s Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold