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1949 Rolex Oyster Perpetual

Rolex Oyster perpetual chronometer 2940, aka "bubbleback / ovetto. c 1949
Rolex Oyster perpetual chronometer 2940, aka "bubbleback / ovetto. c 1949

Rolex Oyster perpetual chronometer 2940, aka "bubbleback / ovetto. c 1949

By Rolex

Located in Canterbury, England

Our very attractive vintage Rolex Oyster perpetual chronometer, reference 2940, aka "bubbleback / ovetto" features a 32mm x 39mm stainless steel case with silver baton dial and sword...

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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Bubble Back S.S., Circa 1948
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Bubble Back S.S., Circa 1948

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Bubble Back S.S., Circa 1948

By Rolex

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Bubble Back Ref. 2940 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being offered for sale. S...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex 14Kt. Oyster Perpetual Rare "Bubble Back" with Factory Original Dial 1948
Rolex 14Kt. Oyster Perpetual Rare "Bubble Back" with Factory Original Dial 1948

Rolex 14Kt. Oyster Perpetual Rare "Bubble Back" with Factory Original Dial 1948

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual "Bubble Back" / Reference 5011 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1948 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Lengt...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage 1940s Bubbleback Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14k Gold 32mm Watch Ref. 3372
Vintage 1940s Bubbleback Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14k Gold 32mm Watch Ref. 3372

Vintage 1940s Bubbleback Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14k Gold 32mm Watch Ref. 3372

By Rolex

Located in Montclair, NJ

Watchmaker: Rolex Movement: Swiss Made - Automatic - Self Winding Case Material: Solid 14k Rosy Yellow Gold Weight: 48.1 Grams (case and strap) Case Size (Diameter): 32mm (not includ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex 5015 Oyster Perpetual 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690B
Rolex 5015 Oyster Perpetual 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690B

Rolex 5015 Oyster Perpetual 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare, timeless classic Rolex 14k gold and stainless steel Oyster Perpetual 5015 Bubble Back Automatic, c.1940s, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchma...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5015 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5015 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5015 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare, timeless classic Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref 5015 Bubble Back Automatic with 14k solid gold bezel, c.1940s, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchm...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel

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Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2940 Bubble Back Vintage Patina Automatic Watch SS
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2940 Bubble Back Vintage Patina Automatic Watch SS

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2940 Bubble Back Vintage Patina Automatic Watch SS

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W 0.71 in D 0.56 in Dm 1.26 in L 7.49 in

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2940 Bubble Back Vintage Patina Automatic Watch SS

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Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2940 Bubble Back Vintage Patina Automatic Watch SS 32mm

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer 6610 Oyster Perpetual Vintage Tropical Brown Dial Mens Watch
Rolex Explorer 6610 Oyster Perpetual Vintage Tropical Brown Dial Mens Watch

Rolex Explorer 6610 Oyster Perpetual Vintage Tropical Brown Dial Mens Watch

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H 0.48 in W 0.71 in Dm 1.42 in L 7.76 in

Rolex Explorer 6610 Oyster Perpetual Vintage Tropical Brown Dial Mens Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Explorer 6610 Oyster Perpetual Vintage Tropical Brown Dial Mens Watch 36MM

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 2940, aka "bubbleback /ovetto"
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 2940, aka "bubbleback /ovetto"

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 2940, aka "bubbleback /ovetto"

By Rolex

Located in Canterbury, England

Our vintage Rolex Oyster perpetual chronometer , reference 2940, aka "bubbleback / ovetto" features a 32mm x 39mm stainless steel case with silver baton dial and sword hands.

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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Chronometer California Dial
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Chronometer California Dial

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Chronometer California Dial

By Rolex

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

ROLEX REF. 3458 BUBBLE BACK.STAINLESS STEEL BEAUTIFULL PATINA Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Chronometer, .Ref. #3458. Made in the 1940s.. Fine and rare, tonneau shaped, Self-winding, sta...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Watch 14k Gold 30mm
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Watch 14k Gold 30mm

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Watch 14k Gold 30mm

By Rolex

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Everyone needs a Rolex in their timepiece collection. Circa 1940s, this 30mm Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch features a round 14k gold case with a smooth finish polished bezel. Watch in...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster perpetual Automatic Wristwatch, 1940s
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster perpetual Automatic Wristwatch, 1940s

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster perpetual Automatic Wristwatch, 1940s

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Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1948 Rolex Oyster perpetual Reference 1002 Wrist Watch 14K yellow Gold 34 MM 2 Piece Oyster case, Caliber 1570, 26 Jewel Automatic, self winding movement. Newly restored Califo...

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Rolex Yellow Gold Vintage Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Automatic wristwatch
Rolex Yellow Gold Vintage Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Automatic wristwatch

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Located in Dallas, TX

Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback White Roman Arabic Dial 3131 - Automatic winding. 14k yellow gold case with smooth bezel (31mm diameter). White Arabic numeral...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back 3131 Rose Gold Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back 3131 Rose Gold Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back 3131 Rose Gold Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131 Watch. 34mm 14K rose gold case with 14K rose gold smooth bezel. Silver dial with gold hands and Arabic numeral hour marker. 14K rose gold mesh bracelet wi...

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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

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Rose Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer BubbleBack  14K Yellow Gold Dial Ref. #3131
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer BubbleBack  14K Yellow Gold Dial Ref. #3131

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer BubbleBack 14K Yellow Gold Dial Ref. #3131

By Rolex

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer BubbleBack 14K Yellow Gold Dial Ref. #3131 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Vintage Gold Automatic Wristwatch with Bubble Back Dial
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Vintage Gold Automatic Wristwatch with Bubble Back Dial

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Vintage Gold Automatic Wristwatch with Bubble Back Dial

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1945 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference 6567 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M 14K yellow Gold 3 piece case with smooth bezel. Caliber 1030 Automatic, self winding Nickle lever movement, Gold ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Vintage Gold Automatic Wristwatch with Bubble Back Dial
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Vintage Gold Automatic Wristwatch with Bubble Back Dial

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Vintage Gold Automatic Wristwatch with Bubble Back Dial

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1945 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference 6567 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M 14K yellow Gold 3 piece case with smooth bezel. Caliber 1030 Automatic, self winding Nickle lever movement, Gold ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Square Bubble Back Wristwatch Ref 4643
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Square Bubble Back Wristwatch Ref 4643

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Square Bubble Back Wristwatch Ref 4643

By Rolex

Located in Stamford, CT

Rare original Rolex reference 4643 1940’s square bubble back officially certified Chronometer solid 18k gold case with stepped sides. Movement size AR. 18k Rolex buckle. Beautiful go...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 1949 Oyster Perpetual Steel Automatic Wristwatch with California Dial
Rolex 1949 Oyster Perpetual Steel Automatic Wristwatch with California Dial

Rolex 1949 Oyster Perpetual Steel Automatic Wristwatch with California Dial

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1949 Rolex Reference 5500, 34 MM & Steel 2 piece case. Caliber 1530 Automatic, self winding movement. Custom Black and Rose California style dial with half Roman and half Arabi...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Bubble Back Perpetual Winding Watch
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Bubble Back Perpetual Winding Watch

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Bubble Back Perpetual Winding Watch

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back / Romabic METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: 39mm X 32mm CIRCA: 1943-45 MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetu...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Wristwatch Ref 2764
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Wristwatch Ref 2764

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Wristwatch Ref 2764

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual, Ref. 2764 MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 17 Jewels, Cal. N.A. Perpetual DIAL / HANDS: Restored Dial, Luminous Blued Stee...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Manual-Winding 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Manual-Winding 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Manual-Winding 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Firenze, IT

Model Oyster Perpetual Year 1940's Gold plated Rolex buckle Dimensions 34 mm.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Manual-Winding 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Manual-Winding 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Manual-Winding 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Firenze, IT

Model Oyster Perpetual Year 1940's Gold plated Rolex buckle Dimensions 34 mm.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubble-Back, Oyster Perpetual, Chronometer, Ref. 2940
Rolex Stainless Steel Bubble-Back, Oyster Perpetual, Chronometer, Ref. 2940

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubble-Back, Oyster Perpetual, Chronometer, Ref. 2940

By Rolex

Located in Firenze, IT

BERNARDO ANTICHITÀ PONTE VECCHIO FLORENCE Made in the 1940s. Fine, tonneau-shaped, center seconds, self-winding, waterresistant, stainless steel wristwatch. Case two-body, polished...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex Zephyr Oyster Perpetual Vintage Steel & Gold Quadrant 6582 Automatic Watch
Rolex Zephyr Oyster Perpetual Vintage Steel & Gold Quadrant 6582 Automatic Watch

Rolex Zephyr Oyster Perpetual Vintage Steel & Gold Quadrant 6582 Automatic Watch

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Stainless Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Zephyr Oyster Perpetual Vintage Gents Wristwatch, silver quadrant dial with applied hour markers, a fixed 18k yellow gold engine turned bezel, a...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Strap Wristwatch
Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Strap Wristwatch

Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Strap Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Stamford, CT

Rolex bubble back 1944 with deep pink, almost red, gold bezel and beautiful black dial with mixed Roman numerals and numbers. The dial is either original or an early authentic Rolex ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 6565
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 6565

Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 6565

By Rolex

Located in Stamford, CT

Rolex stainless steel and 18k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual wristwatch, circa 1945, self-winding movement. Stainless steel and 14k yellow gold Top to bottom: 39.54mm Width withou...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Vintage Rolex 6634 Oyster Perpetual 14 Karat Yellow Gold Capped, 1942
Vintage Rolex 6634 Oyster Perpetual 14 Karat Yellow Gold Capped, 1942

Vintage Rolex 6634 Oyster Perpetual 14 Karat Yellow Gold Capped, 1942

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Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 6634 Serial: 242*** 1942 Model: Oyster Perpetual Case Material: 14K Yellow Gold over Stainless Steel Band: Black Leather Bezel: 14K Yellow Gold over Stainless St...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

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Midsize Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.3372 Bubble Back Automatic, c.1940s LV942
Midsize Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.3372 Bubble Back Automatic, c.1940s LV942

Midsize Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.3372 Bubble Back Automatic, c.1940s LV942

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless classic, men's 14k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.3372 bubble back automatic, c.1944. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous vintage Rolex ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

1948 Rolex 14k Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Mid Size Wrist Watch 5015
1948 Rolex 14k Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Mid Size Wrist Watch 5015

1948 Rolex 14k Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Mid Size Wrist Watch 5015

By Rolex

Located in Montclair, NJ

This gorgeous, vintage, Rolex Oyster Perpetual wrist watch is mounted in a 32mm case crafted in solid 14k yellow gold back in 1948. The watch features a self winding automatic Rolex ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6569
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6569

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6569

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W 1.34 in L 1.34 in

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6569

By Rolex

Located in Surfside, FL

Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual with engine-turned bezel with cream dial & baton hour markers. Auto w/ sweep seconds. 34 mm case size. Ref 6569. Circa 1943. **Bank Wire Only at this p...

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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference #: 3131. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Yellow Gold Beige 30 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Pocket Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference #: 3131. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Yellow Gold Beige 30 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference #: 3131. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Yellow Gold Beige 30 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bombe Wristwatch circa 1948
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bombe Wristwatch circa 1948

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bombe Wristwatch circa 1948

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Oyster perpetual bombé wristwatch, Ref. 5018, serial number 608,XXX, circa 1948. Rare early model with original silvered dial with raised indexes and dauphine h...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6048 Silver Dial 14K Yellow Gold Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6048 Silver Dial 14K Yellow Gold Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6048 Silver Dial 14K Yellow Gold Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6048 Silver Dial 14K Yellow Gold Watch 31mm

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3131
Rolex Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3131

Rolex Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3131

By Rolex

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Oyster Perpetual Ref. 3131 Nice and early Rolex Oyster Perpetual - Bubble back CASE screwed case, pink-gold, acrylic glass, screw-down crown, 18ct., d=34mm MOVEMENT Rolex Bu...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex 14K PG man's Oyster Perpetual bubbleback ref #3131 c.1940s
Rolex 14K PG man's Oyster Perpetual bubbleback ref #3131 c.1940s

Rolex 14K PG man's Oyster Perpetual bubbleback ref #3131 c.1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 14K PG man's Oyster Perpetual bubbleback ref #3131 circa 1940's. 3 piece screw down 34mm diameter case with screw down crown. Beautifully restored antique salmon so called "Cal...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch circa 1940s
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch circa 1940s

Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s. 32mm diameter case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal. Beautifully restored glossy black so called "California" dial with ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Bubble Back Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3372
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubble Back Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3372

Rolex Yellow Gold Bubble Back Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3372

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 18K Yellow Gold "Bubble Back" Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch, circa 1947. This Bubble back is a great example of a traditional and timeless design and is distinguished b...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback ref#  3131 circa 1940's
Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback ref#  3131 circa 1940's

Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback ref# 3131 circa 1940's

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback ref# 3131 circa 1940's with 3
piece case, smooth bezel, screw down caseback and screw down period
bubbleback crown. Very pleas...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 4392, circa 1948
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 4392, circa 1948

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 4392, circa 1948

By Rolex

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual wristwatch in 14 karat yellow gold, reference 4392. This classic Rolex watch features a 14K yellow gold case, a white refinished dial, a bubbleback movement n...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

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By Cartier

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Baume & Mercier Montre Mecanique Or Malachite 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Watch
Baume & Mercier Montre Mecanique Or Malachite 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Watch

Baume & Mercier Montre Mecanique Or Malachite 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in PARIS, FR

Baume & Mercier watch circa 1970 in 18k yellow gold (750/1000), oval case, signed malachite dial, mechanical movement (manual winding), signed green leather strap, signed gold-tone m...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch

Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1960 Cartier Mid Size Wrist Watch, 30 M.M. X 6 M.M thick 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, Cartier Inc. 17 jewel mechanical, Manual wind movement. Silver Satin Dial with raised Gol...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Date Steel 1501 Automatic Wrist Watch
Rolex Date Steel 1501 Automatic Wrist Watch

Rolex Date Steel 1501 Automatic Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1973 Rolex Date Wrist watch, 35 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece Oyster case. Caliber 1570, 26 jewel Automatic, self winding movement. Custom Turquoise Blue Dial with Raised White...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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1949 Rolex Oyster Perpetual For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 1949 rolex oyster perpetual you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and rose gold, this item was constructed with great care. If you’re looking for a 1949 rolex oyster perpetual from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. While most can agree that any 1949 rolex oyster perpetual from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 1 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. 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 alternatives. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a 1949 rolex oyster perpetual, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a 1949 Rolex Oyster Perpetual?

Prices for a 1949 rolex oyster perpetual can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $4,500 and can go as high as $25,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $8,968.

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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