Rolex Watches
While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.
Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.
But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.
But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.
Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.
The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.
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Creator: Rolex
Rolex x Loree Rodkin Watch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date crafted in 18k yellow gold, customised by jewellery designer Loree Rodkin. The watch features a champagne dial with baton hour markers, day aperture...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rolex Watches
Materials
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
$42,000
1983 Rolex Datejust 36mm 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1983 Rolex Datejust 36mm 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch.
This Rolex Datejust 36mm 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch was made in 1983. It's a great watch in great con...
Category
1980s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,000 / set
Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold Diamonds w Oyster Perpetual Band 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold and Diamonds on the Numbers with an Oyster Band
Creator: Rolex
Design: Oyster Perpetual
Case Material: 18kYellow-Rose Gold
Strap Material:1...
Category
1970s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,983 Sale Price
35% Off
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 Rolex Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
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 Rolex 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 Rolex 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 Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1956 Rolex Oysterdate Vintage Mens Midsize Unisex Ref. 6466 Watch - SS
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
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1950s Swiss Vintage Rolex 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 Rolex Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Dial circa, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Air King With Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 35m...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex 69178 Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel & Dial Ladies 26 mm Watch
By Rolex
Located in Plainview, NY
Rolex 69178 Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Bezel & Dial Ladies 26 mm Watch:
This elegant Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust (Reference 69178) is a timeless example of luxu...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 36mm Silver Dial Vintage Steel Engine Turned Bezel Watch 16030
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch 16030. Officially certified chronometer self-winding movement. Stainless steel oyster case 36 mm in diameter. Rolex logo on a crown. Stain...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Rolex Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Datejust 69173 Champagne Dial 18k Yellow Gold Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 69173
Serial: 9134***
Year: 1986
Model: Ladies Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K Yellow ...
Category
1980s Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 1957 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ladies Watch Ref. 6719
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this 1957 Rolex Oyster Perpetual ladies watch (Ref. 313315) embodies timeless elegance and enduring craftsmanship. Its 24mm case houses a self-winding mov...
Category
Mid-20th Century Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 Pepsi Red Blue Bezel 40mm Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16710
Serial: P577***
Year: 2000
Model: Rolex GMT Master II 'Pepsi"
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Red & Blue
...
Category
Early 2000s Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Datejust 69173 26mm Black Diamond Dial 18k Gold Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 69173
Serial: E68****
Year: 1990
Model: Rolex Ladies Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Jubilee
Beze...
Category
1990s Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch Mother Of Pearl Dial
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Lady Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch.
This Rolex Lady Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch was made in 2001. It is in very good condition with very little signs of wear. ...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Rolex Precision Yellow gold Ref 9179 Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare Vintage Rolex Precision Yellow gold Ref 9179 Ladies Watch - Manual winding. Precision. 18K Yellow gold ( 16 mm x 23 mm ) case. Silver dial with applied dot and triangular number...
Category
20th Century Swiss Rolex Watches
1997 Rolex Day Date Petroleum Blue Dial Ref. 18239 (with Papers)
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Petroleum Blue
Here's a superb example of a Rolex Day Date 18239 in white gold dating back to 1996. The watch is overall in great condition with sharp edges and lugs that show fact...
Category
1990s Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Datejust 41mm 116300 Custom Who Cares I'm Already Late Red Dial Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Datejust II, reference 116300, features a custom "Who Cares I'm Already Late" white dial with red font, adding a fun and unique twist to the classic design.
We can also p...
Category
2010s Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Date 15037 Champagne Dial 14K Yellow Gold Leather Band
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 15037
Serial: 6719***
Year: 1981
Model: Rolex Date
Case Material: 14K Yellow Gold
Band: Dark Brown Leather
Bezel: 14K Yellow Gold
Dial: Cha...
Category
1980s Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
1985 Rolex Lady-Datejust Wristwatch in 18k Yellow Gold Ref: 69068
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This 1985 Rolex Datejust is a luxurious ladies’ timepiece crafted from 18k yellow gold with a 26mm case, a classic champagne dial, and a President bracelet. Adorned with factory-set ...
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Rolex Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 126233 Black Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel Box Paper 2023
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126233
Serial: 443PA***
Year: 2023
Model: Rolex Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K Yellow...
Category
2010s Rolex Watches
Materials
Steel
1940's Rolex for Bucherer Vintage Antique Mens Pocket Watch, 45mm - Nickel Chrom
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
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1940's ROLEX for BUCHERER Vintage...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches
1950's Rolex Oyster Perpetual "BOMBE" Vintage Mens Ref. 6593 Watch - 14K Gold
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
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1950s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
14k Gold
1973 ROLEX PRECISION Vintage Mens Stainless Steel & Diamond Watch - Mint
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
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1970s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1969 Rolex Oyster Precision Classic Vintage Mens Handwound Watch - SS
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
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1969 ROLEX...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona 40mm Glacier Ice Blue Diamond Baguette Dial Platinum Watch 116506
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Daytona Ice Blue Diamond Dial Platinum Mens Watch 116506. Officially certified chronometer, automatic self-winding movement. Rhodium-plated, straight line lever escapement, mon...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Rolex Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Rolex 124300 Oyster Perpetual 41mm Custom Celebration Balloon Dial Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pristine condition Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41, reference 124300 with a custom Celebration Dial swapped for the original dial. The custom dial is unbeatable in quality compared to othe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust II 41mm 116300 Custom White Erotic Kama Sutra Dial White Card
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pristine condition Rolex Datejust II, reference 116300, featuring a custom rare and unique erotic-themed dial. This bold timepiece boasts a 41mm stainless steel case, providing a sle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
2013 Rolex Datejust 31 278271 Mother of Pearl Dial Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Vaughan, CA
Rolex Datejust Ladies Watch
Reference: 278271
Year 2011-2025
Stainless steel and 18k gold case and bezel.
Mother of pearl dial with diamond numeral markers.
Automatic movement.
Case...
Category
2010s European Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, 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
1960s Modern Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Rolex Datejust 41mm 116300 Custom Turquoise Who Cares I'm Already Late Dial Card
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Datejust II, reference 116300, features a custom "Who Cares I'm Already Late" turquoise dial with black font, adding a fun and unique twist to the classic design. You can a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Genuine Rolex Watch. Diamond Bezel 1972 Ladies Manual ROLEX 2611 Precision
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1972.
1400 Caliber Rolex Movement Ref. 2611.
Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism.
Case and Brac...
Category
1970s Modern Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Air King 5500 Cream Dial Watch, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Air King precision reference 5500 automatic with a silver cream dial from the 70s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements include a 34mm oyster...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Rolex Oysterdate Blue Dial Watch, 1960-70s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex oysterdate precision reference number 6694 manual wind with a blue sunburst dial from the late 60s, early 70s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measur...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Rolex Datejust 16013 Champagne Dial Watch in 18K Yellow Gold & Steel, 1980s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16013 automatic two tone with a champagne dial on a jubilee bracelet from the 80s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements in...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel, 18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 1603 Grey Dial Watch in Steel, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 1603 automatic steel with a grey dial on a jubilee bracelet from the 1970s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements include a...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Cellini UFO Case Watch, 1980s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Cellini manual wind in 18K yellow gold with a champagne sunburst dial from the 80s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements include a 32mm case ...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Cellini Watch in 18K White Gold, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Cellini Reference manual wind in 18K white gold with a grey sunburst dial from the 70s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements include a 32mm c...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Datejust 16233 Champagne Dial Watch in 18K Yellow Gold & Steel, 1990s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16233 automatic two tone with a champagne sunburst dial from the early 90s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements include a...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust 16233G Diamond Dial Watch in Stainless Steel & Yellow Gold, 1990s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here’s a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16233G with a champagne diamond dial from the 1990s. 36mm stainless steel and 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel. Fitted on its steel an...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Daydate Myriad Diamond Dial Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1991
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Few watches embody timeless luxury quite like the Rolex Day-Date, and this 1991 example elevates the legacy to another level with its rare grey Myriad diamond dial. Cased in a solid 18k yellow gold oyster case and paired with its iconic President bracelet, this piece is an exquisite blend of opulence, craftsmanship, and vintage charm.
The dial is what truly sets this Day-Date apart: a sophisticated sunburst grey tone, accented by a meticulously set pattern of brilliant-cut factory diamonds, forming the unique “Myriad” layout—a dazzling display of elegance without ever feeling overdone. This configuration was produced in very limited quantities, making it a coveted find among collectors and connoisseurs of rare Rolex dials...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Daytona 116509 Black Diamond Dial Watch in 18K White Gold, 2000s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Daytona reference 116509 automatic in 18k white gold with a black diamond dial on an Oyster bracelet from the 2000s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rolex Watches
Materials
White Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Cellini 3805 White Roman Dial Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Cellini Reference number 3805 manual wind in 18K yellow gold with a white roman numeral dial from the 70s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measuremen...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 16220 Grey Dial Watch in Steel, 1990s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference number 16220 automatic with a grey dial on an oyster bracelet from around the 90s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements in...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Materials
Steel
Vintage Rolex 69178 Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel & Dial Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage Rolex 69178 Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
This beautiful Rolex 69178 Datejust Watch is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Brand...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Cellini 4084 Watch 18K White Gold, 1980s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Cellini reference 4084 with a silver dial in 18K yellow gold from the 80s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements include a 30mm tank case and ...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Materials
White Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex 2025 Datejust Two Tone 36mm Jubilee Green Roman Diamond Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The Rolex 2025 Datejust 126233 Two-Tone 36mm is a refined expression of elegance and timeless design. Crafted in Oystersteel and 18k yellow gold, this model features a fluted bezel t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex DayDate Model 18038 18k Yellow Gold 36mm Blue Vignette Dial B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Rolex DayDate Model 18038 18k Yellow Gold 36mm Blue Vignette Dial with Diamond Markers, Automatic Movement, Made in Switzerland c.1986 with Box and Papers fits up to a 7.8" w...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 16014 Blue Diamond Dial 14K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel 36mm
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16014
Serial: 622****
Year: 1979
Model: Rolex Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Custom 14K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: Custo...
Category
1990s Rolex Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Air King Model 14010 34mm Stainless Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Rolex Air King Model 14010 Stainless Steel, 34mm Champagne Dial, Automatic Movement, Made in Switzerland c.1999
Maker: Rolex
Model: Air King 14010
Year: 1999
Material: Stain...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Rolex Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 1603 Silver Sigma Dial Watch, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 1603 automatic with a clean silver sigma dial on a jubilee bracelet from the 70s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements inc...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Materials
Silver
1967 Rolex Day Date Platinum Arabic Hindi Dial Ref. 1804
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
The Sultan
The reference 1804 represents a very special model reference in the 4-digit Day Date era. The rarest of the rarest dial variants have been configured with the 1804 refere...
Category
1960s Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Platinum
1963 Rolex Day Date Special Millanaise Bracelet Ref. 1803
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Millanaise
When looking at Day Date configurations, the bracelet is usually the most generic part of a watch. In most cases a President bracelet, occasionally an Oyster or Jubilee b...
Category
1960s Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1989 Rolex Day Date Pavee Dial With Sapphires Ref. 18388
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Diamonds & Sapphires - Here's a very glamorous Day Date 18388 in yellow gold. With factory diamond setting on the bezel as well as on the lugs. The watch features a beautiful Pavee d...
Category
1980s Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1994 Rolex Daytona Patrizzi Ref. 16520
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
The Patrizzi Daytona - The Rolex Daytona has always been and will always remain the King of the Sports models and was initially racing inspired. It was in 1987 that Rolex intr...
Category
1990s Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1966 Rolex Day Date Pink Gold Oyster Bracelet Ref.1803
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Pink Love - It is known that the majority of all 1803s has been produced in yellow gold and only a small portion in white and pink gold, with the later being the rarest ones. W...
Category
1960s Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Men's Rolex President - Day-Date Watch 18238
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Men's Rolex President - Day-Date Watch 18238 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset day/date, sapphire crystal. President. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel ( 36 mm). Black st...
Category
20th Century Swiss Rolex Watches
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- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To check if a Rolex is real, first find the serial number. Genuine Rolex watches have their serial and model numbers deeply engraved into the metal between the lugs attaching the band to the body, whereas fakes often just have them etched on with acid. The watch's serial number, which can be used to determine its production date, is located on the six o'clock side. Checking the serial number against trusted online resources can help you decide if it is authentic. Next, examine the dial. All the lettering on the face of a Rolex watch should be crisp and exactingly clean. It should be centered and perfectly aligned without inconsistent spacing, blurs, splotches or misspellings. A big red flag is ink bleeding, which results from the cheaper printing methods employed for Rolex replicas. If you'd like a professional opinion as to the authenticity of your watch, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Rolex watches.
- How are Rolex watches powered?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most Rolex watches are powered by a Perpetual rotor which gently swings as you move your arm, transferring energy to the mainspring of the watch. This means that most Rolex watches are powered by the wearer’s movement. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Rolex watches from some top global sellers.
- Did Rolex make a quartz watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Rolex made the Oysterquartz watch starting in the 1970s. Not many were made, with around an estimated 25,000 models making it to market. Shop a range of expertly vetted Rolex watches from top boutiques worldwide on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Rolex joined the quartz movement popular in the 1960s and 1970s. The first Rolex quartz watch was the Date 5100. The company then released the Oysterquartz Datejust and the Oysterquartz Date-Date models. Very few Date 5100s were released, and the Oysterquartz models were only produced for 25 years. Find a collection of expertly vetted Rolex watches, including rare Oysterquartz models, from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, all Rolex products have a serial number. You can find it engraved along the side closest to the six o’clock mark. If your Rolex is missing a serial number, it is likely not authentic. On 1stDibs you can shop a wide range of expertly vetted Rolex products from some of the best boutiques around the world.
- Can I wear a Rolex every day?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, you can wear a Rolex every day. This durable and high-quality timepiece is meant to withstand everyday use and wear. Shop a large collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Can I trace a Rolex watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, a Rolex watch can be traced through the serial number. Rolex keeps a record of each watch sold, and the buyer or the gift recipient is given a guarantee card with information on that watch, including the serial number. If your watch is stolen or lost, you can contact a Rolex retailer and report this information. You will be notified if the watch is subsequently brought into any of their service networks. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Can I overwind a Rolex?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, you can't overwind a Rolex watch. The winding crown only continues to wind the watch until it reaches its limit. At that point, the winding crown disengages and continuing to turn the crown won't keep winding the watch. Shop a wide range of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- Does Rolex make quartz watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, Rolex doesn't currently make quartz watches. However, the company did in the past. The Rolex Oysterquartz is the name of that timepiece, which debuted in 1977. Rolex produced three models of the watch over a 25-year period and sold about 25,000 of them. Shop a range of Rolex quartz watches on 1stDibs.
- Does Rolex use real jewels?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024Yes, Rolex uses real jewels. For its movements, the Swiss luxury watchmaker usually uses human-made rubies. Although they're created in a laboratory and not mined, these gemstones are real. Gemstones used as visible accents on Rolex timepieces are generally natural stones that meet high quality standards. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Rolex watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, today's Rolex watches do not have a battery. Instead, the watch harnesses kinetic energy generated by the motion of your wrist to power its movement. The Rolex Oyster Perpetual produced from 1970–2001 did have a battery. You’ll find a large selection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- Does Rolex make Invicta?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, Rolex and Invicta are separate companies. While they both make timepieces, and at a glance have some visual similarities, their materials and manufacturing processes are very different. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Does Rolex make digital watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, Rolex does not make digital watches. The universally renowned luxury brand instead keeps its focus on creating classic mechanical timepieces that are designed to last, and promise exceptional quality and accuracy. And its work has endured — while the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Browse 1stDibs to find a range of expertly authenticated Rolex watches.
- How did Rolex get famous?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Rolex, as a brand, relied on the world-wide acceptance of Swiss watchmakers as the best in the business. They use Swiss made parts solely, and in 1910 Rolex became the first wristwatch to carry the Swiss Certificate of Chronometric Precision, bestowed by the Official Watch Rating Centre in Bienne, Switzerland. Since then, the company’s dedication to excellence, use of quality materials, and dedication to innovation has made them a favorite among the rich and famous, which prompts popularity among others. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Do I have to wind a Rolex?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, you don’t have to wind a Rolex watch as long as you are wearing it regularly. Rolex watches feature a Perpetual rotor that collects energy from the wrist’s movement and converts it into power for the watch. Browse a collection of expertly authenticated Rolex watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, Rolex watches feature a Perpetual rotor technology that collects energy from the movement of your wrist and stores it to power the watch. Once you have taken off the watch, it will continue to work for up to 70 hours, and will subsequently begin charging once you wear it again. You’ll find a collection of expertly vetted Rolex watches from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- How do I change a Rolex band?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Insert a Rolex spring bar tool into the lug holes, or alternatively, the gaps for the spring bars at the end of the band. Gently retract the spring bar by pressing it with the tool until the band dislodges. Put the new band onto the spring bar. Line up the spring bar with the lugs and use the tool to navigate it into place until it clicks securely. Browse for authenticated Rolex timepieces and bands on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Changing the date on your Rolex watch differs by which watch you have. It’s a good idea to refer to your Rolex information or check with your retailer to determine how to change the date on your specific Rolex. That said, most Rolex watches allow you to change the date by unscrewing the crown and setting it in the first or second position and turning clockwise or counter-clockwise, again depending on which type of watch you own. Find a collection of vintage and modern Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- How is a Rolex powered?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Rolex watch is powered by a Perpetual rotor that captures the energy of your body’s movement and uses it to keep your watch running. You can also wind up a Rolex if you haven’t been wearing it for a while. Shop the collection of authenticated Rolex timepieces available from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Rolex warranty covers its watches for five years. Regular wear and tear on the watch or damage caused by misuse of the watch is not covered. Shop a range of expertly vetted Rolex products from some of the top boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
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