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18948 Rolex

Rolex Pearlmaster Tridor Meteorite Dial Diamond (18948)
Rolex Pearlmaster Tridor Meteorite Dial Diamond (18948)

Rolex Pearlmaster Tridor Meteorite Dial Diamond (18948)

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Located in Palm Beach, FL

This Rolex Pearlmaster wristwatch (Ref. 18948), is a rare Masterpiece edition from the early 2000s that combines three shades of 18K gold in its distinctive Tridor construction with ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Day-Date Masterpiece 39mm 18k Yellow Gold Meteorite Diamond Watch 18948
Rolex Day-Date Masterpiece 39mm 18k Yellow Gold Meteorite Diamond Watch 18948

Rolex Day-Date Masterpiece 39mm 18k Yellow Gold Meteorite Diamond Watch 18948

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Located in New York, NY

No original box or papers Rolex Day-Date Masterpiece 39mm 18K Yellow Gold Meteorite Diamond Watch 18948 A striking Rolex Day-Date Masterpiece crafted in solid 18K yellow gold.

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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex 18948 Day-Date 18k Mother of Pearl Masterpiece Diamond Watch
Rolex 18948 Day-Date 18k Mother of Pearl Masterpiece Diamond Watch

Rolex 18948 Day-Date 18k Mother of Pearl Masterpiece Diamond Watch

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Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Rolex Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Case Diameter: 39mm Crystal: Sapphire Crystal Bezel: 18k Yellow Gold bezel with Diamonds Dial: Mother of pearl Dial with yellow gold hands...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Rolex Pearlmaster Tridor 18k Gold Men's Day-Date w/ Tahitian MOP Dial 18948
Rolex Pearlmaster Tridor 18k Gold Men's Day-Date w/ Tahitian MOP Dial 18948

Rolex Pearlmaster Tridor 18k Gold Men's Day-Date w/ Tahitian MOP Dial 18948

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Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Rolex Pearlmaster Tridor 18k Gold Men's Day-Date w/ Tahitian MOP Dial 18948 Model #18948 Rolex Masterpiece Trido Pearlmaster Serial #K5860XX Movement #3155 (31 Jewels) Movement Seria...

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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Rolex Tridor Day Date Perlmaster 18948 Men’s Watch
Rolex Tridor Day Date Perlmaster 18948 Men’s Watch

Rolex Tridor Day Date Perlmaster 18948 Men’s Watch

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Located in New York, NY

Rolex Tridor Day Date Perlmaster 18948 Mens Watch. 39mm 18k Yellow Gold case.

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1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 18948, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Datejust 18948, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Datejust 18948, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

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Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Datejust Reference #: 18948. Womens Automatic Self Wind Watch White Gold Black 26 MM.

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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Men's Rolex Masterpiece 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch 18948
Men's Rolex Masterpiece 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch 18948

Men's Rolex Masterpiece 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch 18948

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Located in Dallas, TX

Men's Rolex Masterpiece 18k Yellow Gold Watch 18948 - Automatic winding, 31 jewel, sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with 40-diamond factory bezel (39mm diameter).

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Men's Rolex Masterpiece 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch 18948
Men's Rolex Masterpiece 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch 18948

Men's Rolex Masterpiece 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch 18948

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Located in Dallas, TX

Men's Rolex Masterpiece 18k Yellow Gold Watch 18948 - Automatic winding, 31 jewel, sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with 40-diamond factory bezel (39mm diameter).

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Rolex Tridor Meteorite Dial Special Edition/Masterpiece Men's Watch 18948
Rolex Tridor Meteorite Dial Special Edition/Masterpiece Men's Watch 18948

Rolex Tridor Meteorite Dial Special Edition/Masterpiece Men's Watch 18948

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Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Tridor Meteorite Dial Special Edition/Masterpiece Men's Watch 18948 - Automatic winding, 31 jewel, sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with 40-diamond factory bezel (39mm d...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond Chronometer Masterpiece Wristwatch Ref 18948-DKMJD
Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond Chronometer Masterpiece Wristwatch Ref 18948-DKMJD

Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond Chronometer Masterpiece Wristwatch Ref 18948-DKMJD

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Located in Dallas, TX

Automatic winding, 31 jewel, sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with 40-diamond factory bezel (39mm diameter). Rolex Meteorite diamond dial with factory diamond hour markers. 18k...

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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Tridor Masterpiece Special Edition Wristwatch Ref 18948
Rolex Yellow Gold Tridor Masterpiece Special Edition Wristwatch Ref 18948

Rolex Yellow Gold Tridor Masterpiece Special Edition Wristwatch Ref 18948

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Located in Dallas, TX

Automatic winding, 31 jewel, sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with 40-diamond factory bezel (39mm diameter). Factory meteorite diamond dial. 18k yellow, white and rose/pink gol...

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

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

"Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold Masterpiece Diamond Mop Dial Watch 18948"
"Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold Masterpiece Diamond Mop Dial Watch 18948"

"Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold Masterpiece Diamond Mop Dial Watch 18948"

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Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Day-Date Reference #:18948. 39mm 18K yellow gold case, screw-down back, screw-down crown with twinlock double waterproofness system, bezel set with 40 round cut diamonds, scrat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex 18948 Day-Date 18 Karat Tridor Meteorite Dial Masterpiece Watch
Rolex 18948 Day-Date 18 Karat Tridor Meteorite Dial Masterpiece Watch

Rolex 18948 Day-Date 18 Karat Tridor Meteorite Dial Masterpiece Watch

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Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Rolex Case Material: 18k White, Yellow and Rose gold Case Diameter: 39mm Crystal: Sapphire Crystal Bezel: 18k Yellow Gold bezel with Diamonds Dial: Meteorite Dial with yellow ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Rolex Yellow Gold and Diamond Men's Masterpiece Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 18948
Rolex Yellow Gold and Diamond Men's Masterpiece Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 18948

Rolex Yellow Gold and Diamond Men's Masterpiece Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 18948

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Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex 18k yellow gold and diamond men's Masterpiece Day-Date wristwatch, Ref. 18948-DKMJD, with automatic movement, 31 jewels, sapphire crystal. 40-diamond factory bezel (39mm diame...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Tridor Masterpiece Meteorite Dial Wristwatch Ref 18948
Rolex Yellow Gold Tridor Masterpiece Meteorite Dial Wristwatch Ref 18948

Rolex Yellow Gold Tridor Masterpiece Meteorite Dial Wristwatch Ref 18948

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand:Rolex Style: Tridor Masterpiece MPN: 18948 Serial Number : A Case Material : 18k Yellow Gold Case Diameter: 39mm Bezel: Diamond Bezel (Factory) Dial: Meteorite Dial with...

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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Tridor Gold Masterpiece Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 18948
Rolex Tridor Gold Masterpiece Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 18948

Rolex Tridor Gold Masterpiece Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 18948

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Located in Boston, MA

Rolex Ref. 18948 with 18k yellow gold case with 18k tri-color bracelet, sapphire crystal, 40 diamond bezel set in yellow gold, black mother of pearl diamond dial.

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Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold and Diamond Day-Date Masterpiece Watch Ref 18948 circa 2006
Rolex Yellow Gold and Diamond Day-Date Masterpiece Watch Ref 18948 circa 2006

Rolex Yellow Gold and Diamond Day-Date Masterpiece Watch Ref 18948 circa 2006

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Located in Atlanta, GA

Rolex 18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Day-Date Masterpiece Wristwatch, Ref 18948, circa 2006, with Box and Papers Brand: Rolex Model Name: Masterpiece Day-Date President Reference:...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

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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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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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The popular Rolex Oyster Perpetual is usually between $5,900 and $6,600 in price.
  • 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 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 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 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
    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 ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    The size of a Rolex 126000 is 36 millimeters. It features a corrosion-resistant 904L stainless steel case. Many collectors love the now discontinued watch due to this striking feature, which was available in a variety of vivid colors. Find an assortment of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Yes, the Rolex 126000 is discontinued. Rolex discontinued the Oyster Perpetual ref 126000 in the early 2020s. However, the watch may be available on the secondary market via trusted online platforms, including 1stDibs. Find a collection of Rolex 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 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 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
    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
    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
    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 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
    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.