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What is the Rolex movement called?

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What is the Rolex movement called?
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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Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold White Dial Mens Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold White Dial Mens Watch 16233. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 36.0 mm in diameter. Rolex logo o...
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Yellow Gold

1999 Rolex Ladies Datejust 26 79178 Champagne Diamond Dial President Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Diameter: 26.00 mm Weight: 73.74 grams Ladies 18K yellow gold, diamond ROLEX Swiss-made watch with original box and pape...
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 14K Gold Tank Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Rolex 1980's Circa 14KT Gold ladies Watch – a vintage marvel with a distinctive 11 x 25mm rectangle-shaped case. This elegant timepiece features a gold dial adorned w...
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Datejust Diamond Dial Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Diamond Dial Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233 Box Papers. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 36.0 mm in diameter....
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Yellow Gold

Rolex President Day-Date Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Mens Watch 18238
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Mens Watch 18238. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. 18k yellow gold oyster case 36.0 mm in...
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Blue Dial Smooth Bezel Steel Mens Watch 16200 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36mm Blue Dial Smooth Bezel Steel Mens Watch 16200 Box Papers. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement with quickset date function. Stainless ...
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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