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What is the Rolex movement called?
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The Rolex movement is called ‘oyster perpetual movement’ and refers to the timepiece’s ability to run on the energy of the wearer’s movement instead of having to be wound. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Rolex timepieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage Rolex Precision Diamond Watch 18ct Gold
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Circa 1950s–60s
Rare vintage Rolex Precision
Cocktail watch
18 carat gold
Diamond bezel with 20 brilliant-cut diamonds totalling over one carat
Integrated bracelet strap
Round silve...
Category
Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 Ladies Watch 126000 - Stainless Steel Automatic
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex
Model: Oyster Perpetual 36
Model Number: 126000
Movement: Automatic
Warranty: Manufacturer 5 year
Year: 2022
Movement Maker: Swiss
Dial Color: Candy Pink
Metal Content:...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
1972 Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Rolex Datejust 26mm Jubilee Bracelet Watch Ref. 6917
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Rolex
Movement: Swiss Made - Automatic - Self Winding
Case, Bezel & Bracelet Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold
Weight: 65.4 Grams
Case Size: 26mm (not including the crown)
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960's Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14k Yellow Gold 34mm Wrist Watch Ref 6084
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Rolex
Movement: Swiss Made - Automatic - Self Winding
Case Material: 14k Yellow Gold
Weight: 50.1 Grams
Case Size (Diameter): 34mm (not including the crown)
Height: 39mm...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
1945 Bubbleback Rolex Stainless Steel Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1945 Bubbleback Rolex Stainless Steel Wristwatch.
The Rolex Bubbleback Stainless Steel Wristwatch from 1945 is an Oyster Perpetual automatic movement. The round case measures 33mm. ...
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
1914 ROLEX Rare Vintage Mens World War I Era Military Trench - Sterling Silver
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU?
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
