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Rolex Precision 18K White Gold 18mm Diamond Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
18K white gold Rolex Precision Swiss made watch features an elegant, square dial encircled by a
Category

Vintage 1970s Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Ladies 18k Gold President, Champangne Diamond Dial, Diamond Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
: Ladies Case Size: 26 mm Material: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Original Rolex Champagne
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Rolex 18K Gold DateJust 28mm Diamond Bezel & Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex Perpetual DateJust with Aftermarket Diamond Wrist Watch. 28mm dial Rolex all 18k
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster 69329 18K Yellow & White Gold Diamond Bezel Rolex Box
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Bezel: 18K White Gold with Diamond at the 12 O'Clock Dial: Champagne Face: Sapphire Crystal Case
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies President 69158 Factory Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs 18K Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Material: 18K Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Lugs Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Factory Diamond Bezel Dial
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Day Date Oysterquartz 19049A 18K White Gold Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
of 18K white gold. It is equipped with an 18K white gold bezel that has factory-set diamonds. The
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster 29mm 69299 Diamond Bezel Diamond Dial 18K White Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Gold Bezel: Original Factory Diamond Bezel Dial: Original Silver Factory Diamond Dial Face
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster 69299 29mm Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 18K White Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Band: 18K White Gold Bezel: Original Factory Diamond Bezel Dial: Original Silver Factory Diamond Dial
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Ladies President 69158 Factory Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs 18K Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Material: 18K Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Lugs Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Factory Diamond Bezel Dial
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Champagne Dial Diamond & Emerald Bezel 18k Gold/Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 31mm Champagne Dial Diamond & Emerald Bezel 18k Gold/Steel Watch The watch is in
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust President 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Ladies 31mm Watch 68278
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
yellow gold 1.60ct diamond bezel (approx.) Wrist Size: 6.75" inch (approx.) Year: 1990 (E Serial
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex President Double Quickset 18238 Diamond Dial Bezel Band 18K Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold With Custom Diamonds Bezel: Custom Diamond Bezel Dial
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex President Day Date Double Quickset 18238 Diamond Bezel & Dial 18K Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
: 18K Yellow Gold Band: Aftermarket 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Custom Diamond Bezel Dial: Custom Diamond
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Cellissima 26mm Dial Diamond Bezel 6671 Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Cellissima 26mm Dial Diamond Bezel 6671 Watch – a masterpiece that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1982 Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM 6917 Champagne Diamond Bezel 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
One ladies 18K yellow gold diamond ROLEX Swiss-made watch. The metal was tested and determined to be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm 18k White Gold 116139 Fluted Bezel Diamond Dial Leather Band
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
redefines sophistication. The watch is housed in a solid 18k white gold case and topped with Rolex
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Datejust 18K Gold President 69138 Diamond Bezel MOP Dial Ladies 26mm Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Rolex Datejust 18K Gold President 69138 Diamond Bezel MOP Dial Ladies 26mm Watch is a
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex DateJust 36mm MOP Diamond Dial Bezel 18K Gold Steel Jubilee Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
with bold, modern luxury. Crafted from stainless steel and 18k yellow gold (Rolesor), this piece is
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Steel

Rolex DateJust 36mm Blue MOP Diamond Bezel 18K Gold Steel Jubilee Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
diamond dial & custom yellow gold diamond bezel. Includes: Watch Only Wrist Size: 7.25" inch (approx
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust Jubilee Black Diamond Dial 18k Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Black Diamond Dial 18k Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel Jubilee Two Tone Watch 16013
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 18k datejust 28mm diamond bezel blue diamond dial presidential bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Datejust 279138 RBR ladies' watch. It features a 28mm 18K yellow gold case and an 18K yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex President Day Date II 218349 41mm Diamond Dial Bezel 18K White Gold 2013
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
White Gold Band: 18K White Gold Bezel: Factory Diamond Bezel Dial: Factory Diamond Dial Face
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Presidential Day Date MOP Dial with 18k Gold Diamond Bezel and Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex DayDate With Mother Of Pearl dial and 18k gold Rolex Presidential bracelet. The watch bears
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust 178383 Midsize 31mm Diamond Bezel MOP Diamond Dial 18K Gold Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Jubilee With Partial
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Rolex Datejust 18K Gold and SS Silver Dial/Diamond Bezel with Rubies 68273
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies 31mm Rolex Datejust 2Tone 18K Gold and SS Silver Dial/Diamond Bezel with Rubies/Lugs and
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Baby Blue Jubilee Diamond Dial 18K Gold + SS + Side Diamonds + Bezel 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 26mm Baby Blue Jubilee Diamond Dial 18K Gold + SS + Side Diamonds Oyster Band + Bezel 69173
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 116233 Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Diamond Band 18K Gold & Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Steel with Custom Diamonds Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel with Custom Diamonds Bezel: Custom
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel&18K Yellow Gold 31mm Diamond Bezel 178383 Green
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Green Dial with Roman Numerals, Large VI set with diamonds, matched by a full diamond-set bezel. Fitted
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 126234 Blue Jubilee Diamond Dial Steel 18K Gold Bezel Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel Dial: Blue Diamond Jubilee Dial Face
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Rolex Ladies President 6917 Blue Diamond Dial Diamond Sapphire Bezel 18K Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Custom Diamond and Blue Sapphire Bezel Dial
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Gold Steel Custom Diamond Dial Bezel Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
, Roman Numerals Bezel & Crown Bezel Type: Custom Diamond, Fixed Bezel Color: Gold Crown Type: Screwdown
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust 279383RBR Diamond Bezel Lavander Dial 18K Gold Steel Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: Factory Diamond Bezel Dial: Factory
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex President Day Date 18348 Factory Diamond Bezel and Dial 18K Gold Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Original Factory Diamond Bezel Dial: Original Factory
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Vintage Gents President Day Date 18K Diamond Dial and Bezel 118348
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
This Exquisite 36mm Collectible Gentlemen's Rolex is cast in 18K yellow gold and remains in
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch 6916
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
movement. 18K yellow gold oyster case 26.0 mm in diameter. Rolex logo on the crown. Diamond bezel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies President Datejust 79178 Cream Dial Diamond Bezel 18K Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Custom Diamond Bezel Dial: Cream Roman Dial
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Day Date President 18138 Factory Diamond Dial Bezel & Lugs 18K Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Factory Rolex Diamond Bezel & Factory Rolex Diamond Lugs
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Tridor Masterpiece 18948 Meteorite Diamond Dial Bezel 18K Gold Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow, Rose, & White Gold Bezel: Original Factory Diamond
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 16013 Green Diamond Dial + Bezel 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: Custom Diamond Bezel Dial
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Rolex Ladies President Datejust 69288 Champagne Diamond Dial Bezel Bark 18K Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Factory 18K Yellow Gold Bark Diamond Bezel Dial: Original Diamond Dial Face: Sapphire Crystal
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Ladies President 6917 Orange Carnelian Dial Diamond Bezel 18K Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Custom Diamond Bezel Dial: Custom Orange Carnelian Dial
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

ROLEX White Gold Cosmograph Daytona with Baguette Diamond Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
40MM Cosmograph Daytona 18K White Gold, Baguette Diamond Bezel, Pave Diamond Dial, Brilliant-Cut
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Datejust 26mm 18k Yellow Gold Custom Diamond Dial Bezel Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Color: White Indices: Diamond Bezel and Case: Bezel Type: Diamond Bezel Color: Gold Case Material
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex 69258 Ladies President Diamond Dial Bezel 18K Yellow Gold Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Original Diamond Bezel Dial: Original Diamond Dial
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date 118398BR Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Champagne Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
gem-setting and craftsmanship. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, its 36mm case exudes timeless elegance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 36 116243RBR 18K Factory Diamond Bezel & Dial Jubilee Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
case with a polished finish, enhanced by a factory-set diamond bezel made of 18K yellow gold that adds
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust 179161 Diamond Bezel Roman 18K Rose Gold Steel Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: Custom Diamond Bezel
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 178341 31mm Chocolate Diamond Dial and Bezel 18K Rose Gold Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Scattered
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Ladies President 179138 White Diamond Dial Bezel 18K Yellow Gold Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Original Diamond Bezel
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date 36mm 18238 18K Yellow Gold Watch Fluted Bezel Champagne Diamond
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
blemishes. Leather strap and gold plated buckle are custom aftermarket. The watch itself is a genuine Rolex
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 16263 Black Diamond Dial and Bezel 18K Yellow Gold Stainless 36mm
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: Custom Diamond Bezel Dial: Custom Black
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date 36mm 18238 18K Yellow Gold Watch Fluted Bezel Champagne Diamond
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
blemishes. Leather strap and gold plated buckle are custom aftermarket. The watch itself is a genuine Rolex
Category

1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust II 116333 41mm Diamond Bezel Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 3.00 Carat Total - Custom Diamond Bezel Stainless
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date 128349RBR White Gold Diamond Bezel Pink Diamond Dial (2020)
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
diamond-set bezel, showcasing Rolex’s masterful gem-setting expertise and adding a radiant brilliance to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rolex Datejust 16234 Diamond Bezel & Gold Diamond Dial Steel Jubilee Band 'R-3'
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Hourmarkers, Date at 3 o'clock Bezel: Diamond Bezel set in 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet Material: Stainless
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel, Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond/Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona Cosmograph White Gold MOP Diamond Bezel Watch 116589RBR
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
diamond hour markers, a fixed 18k white gold bezel set with approximately 124 round cut diamonds, an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rolex Day-Date 36 President Original Diamond Dial Custom Bezel
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
with Diamonds (Original) BEZEL: Diamonds (Custom) BAND: President 18k Yellow Gold MOVEMENT: Automatic
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

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18k Gold Rolex Diamond Bezel For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 18k gold rolex diamond bezel for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. You can easily find a 194 antique edition and 60 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 18k gold rolex diamond bezel may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A 18k gold rolex diamond bezel of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 127, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes baguette cut and brilliant cut alternatives. When shopping for a 18k gold rolex diamond bezel, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 18k Gold Rolex Diamond Bezel?

On average, a 18k gold rolex diamond bezel at 1stDibs sells for $12,995, while they’re typically $3,120 on the low end and $103,646 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

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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Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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Questions About Rolex
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    What is the cheapest Rolex ever made may vary over time as the luxury maker introduces new models. However, some watches made by Rolex are generally considered entry-level models based on their price points. These include the Oyster Perpetual, the DateJust 36mm, the Explorer 36mm, the Air King and the Milgaus. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of Rolex watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    There is no single rarest Rolex face, as the availability of the luxury watchmaker's timepieces does vary in response to changes in collecting trends. However, some faces are generally rarer than others due to limited production, age and other factors. Examples of such dials include those made of meteorite, onyx, malachite, bloodstone, tiger's eye, coral, wood and lapis lazuli. Find a wide range of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The lowest priced Rolex model is the Oyster Perpetual. This watch retails for roughly $5,000. On 1stDibs, you can can find a variety of Rolex watches for sale.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    One of the cheapest Rolex watches is the Oyster Perpetual, which usually costs around $5,000. This model is made of oystersteel, an affordable type of steel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To wind a Rolex Datejust, set the crown notch (located on the right hand side of the face) to position one. To set it to position one, turn the crown counterclockwise to unscrew the crown and pop the crown out one notch. From this position, start to wind the Rolex by turning the crown clockwise. You should feel a bit of tension and hear a soft clicking sound. Browse a wide selection of Rolex Datejust watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Rolex does not officially make sunglasses that are available for sale. They do however occasionally create promotional products, which have included sunglasses for sponsored events in the past. Browse a range of Rolex products that have been expertly authenticated on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The Rolex Oyster Perpetual is a great entry-level Rolex to purchase. The perpetual refers to the ability of the watch to use the energy of the wearer's wrist motion to run. It is a popular starter Rolex.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A contemporary Rolex Yacht Master costs around $11,000. However, a vintage model can cost up to $30,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Rolex uses only the highest quality diamonds in their watches and compares these stones against certified master stones. They are the most colorless, so in ranges D to G.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While choosing a watch can depend on the wearer's style, there are a few consistent favorites. Some of the top Rolex watches for women include the Rolex Datejust, the Rolex Day-Date, and the Rolex Oyster Perpetual.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The most expensive Rolex ever sold is the Paul Newman Daytona. This Rolex was purchased for $17.8 million in 2017. On 1stDibs, there are expensive Rolex watches but there is a wide variety available, so it should be easy to find a good fit for your tastes as well as your budget.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The popular Rolex Oyster Perpetual is usually between $5,900 and $6,600 in price.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Rolex uses only the highest quality melee diamonds with between D and G in color and IF in clarity. Every diamond is tested individually to make sure it is real.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Rolex Submariner bears an 18k stamp and the number “750,” which means that 75 percent of the watch is made out of pure gold model. The most luxurious of all timepieces, the Rolex Submariner has been continuously manufactured since 1951. Find vintage Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The new Submariner Rolex with a Black Bezel is worth around $8,100 with some of the more expensive new Submariners in yellow gold costing around $36,950.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Because platinum is denser than other metals, it is often more expensive to purchase platinum watches than gold. One of the most expensive watches sold was a Platinum Rolex worth $277,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A new Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date watch is worth around $6,000. However, if it's encrusted with gems or vintage, it can cost as much as $50,000. 1stDibs has a great and vast selection of Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To wind a Rolex watch, first fully unscrew the winding crown. Once it is in a raised position, carefully turn the crown clockwise. Most watches require 25 turns for enough winding to begin powering the watch. The instructions included with Rolex watches provide more information about how to wind specific models. Shop a large collection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending on what kind of watch you're looking for, one may be better than the other. For instance, if you want a highly functional sport watch, some of Rolex's models may be better for you. That said, the brands' watches are very similar quality-wise. The main difference is their appearances: While Rolex designs more traditional timepieces, Panerai is more contemporary and bold.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    An Oyster Perpetual on a Rolex watch refers to the watch's ability to run on the energy generated by the wearer's wrist movements rather than manual winding. At Baselworld in 2015, a variety of Rolex watches with a new-generation Oyster Perpetual movement were unveiled. Find a variety of vintage Rolex watches on 1stDibs.