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Why are Rolexes so rare?

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Why are Rolexes so rare?
Rolexes are so rare largely due to supply and demand. The luxury Swiss watchmaker produces only a limited number of watches annually and may craft 100 or fewer pieces for its rarest references. Due to the popularity of Rolex watches, many people wish to purchase them, so there are often lengthy waiting lists for new models. However, you can still find many pre-owned Rolex watches on trusted online platforms, like 1stDibs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Rolex watches.
1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
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1982 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14k Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1982 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14k Yellow Gold Wristwatch. This Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch from 1982 features a refined 34mm case crafted from 14k yellow gold. The wa...
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, 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

1941 ROLEX OYSTER NEPTUNE Vintage "Boys" Size WWII Military Style Watch
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? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1st...
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex Vintage Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Wristwatch Circa 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ladies Vintage Rolex Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Wristwatch, circa 1960s. The Ladies Vintage Rolex Wristwatch with diamond accents was m...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 18 Karat Gold & Stainless Steel Submariner 16613 Serti Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A distinguished Rolex Submariner, model 16613, crafted in stainless steel and 18k gold. The round case measures 40mm in width, featuring a mother of ...
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1990s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex 18 Karat Gold & Steel 36MM DateJust with Diamond Dial, Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A Rolex Datejust wristwatch, model 16233, crafted in stainless steel and 18k gold. The round case measures 36mm in width, featuring a striking sunbur...
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1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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