1950's Rolex Oyster Speedking Precision in Red Leather Strap
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex Oyster Precision stainless steel watch circa 1950. Manual wind movement caliber 10 1
Stainless Steel
Genuine Rolex 6494 Watch. Mens ROLEX OysterDate Precision. 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Oysterdate 6494 Manual Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1954 Beautiful
Stainless Steel
Vintage Ladies Rolex Precision 18K Ref. #2604 1950's Champagne Dial, Cal. # 1400
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Ladies Rolex Precision 18K Ref. # 2604, 1950's Champagne Dial, Cal. # 1400 Description
18k Gold
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Lady Precision 1950s Cocktail Dress Watch Manual Wind RA757
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
BRAND : Rolex MODEL : Precision COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE : Switzerland YEAR OF MANUFACTURE : c.1950s
Stainless Steel
Rolex 1950s Yellow Gold Honeycomb Precision Tear Drop Lugs Wristwatch 4514
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
smooth 18k yellow gold bezel, a brand new black leather strap with a gold plated pin buckle (not by Rolex
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision 1950s Mens 34mm Manual Wind Vintage RA676C
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision ref.6022 manual hand-wind dress watch, c.1952, in
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6098 Mens 1950s 36mm Automatic Bubble Back RA712
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6098 Precision big bubble back automatic watch, c.1953
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6022 Mens 1950s Hand Wind Vintage Classic RA676B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex ref.6022 Oyster Precision hand-wind dress watch, c.1952, in excellent
Stainless Steel
$6,080Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.26 in
Rolex Precision 9k Gold Mens 1950s 32mm Vintage Manual Wind Dress Watch RA751
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage treasure, rare 9k solid gold Rolex Oyster Precision manual wind dress watch, c.1954, in
9k Gold
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6022 Mens 1950s Manual Hand Wind All Original RA676
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex ref.6022 Oyster Precision hand-wind dress watch, c.1952, all original
Stainless Steel
Rolex Precision 14k Solid Gold Mens Manual Wind Dress Watch 1950s Vintage RA709
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage treasure, rare 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Precision manual wind dress watch, c.1958, in
14k Gold
Rare 1950s Rolex Rose Gold Chronometer Champagne Dial Precision Vintage 4134
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 37mm 18k Rose Gold Vintage Precision Gents Wristwatch, a rare original chronometer champagne dial
Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6426 34mm Mens 1950s Manual Wind All Original RA682
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Royal Precision Ref.6426 manual hand-wind, c.1976, all
Vintage Rolex Precision Reference 8896 Stainless Steel Watch, 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1950's Vintage Rolex Precision Ref. 8896 Stainless Steel watch with Original Patina Silver Dial
Vintage 1950's Rolex Precision Mechanical Manually Wound Wrist Watch Ref. 8029
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Rolex Reference No.: 8029 Movement: Mechanical - Manually Wound - 17 Jewels - Swiss
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel Precision 1950's Ref. 3265 Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Stainless Steel Precision 1950's Ref. 3265 Rolex
Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady's Stainless Steel Precision Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Attractive lady's Rolex wristwatch with manual-wind movement and stainless steel case, fitted with
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Royal Precision Model 6426 34mm Watch Circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Providence, RI
This is a vintage Rolex Oyster Royal Precision wristwatch, dating to the 1950s. It features a
Rolex 1950s Yellow Gold Honeycomb Precision Tear Drop Lugs Wristwatch 4514
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
smooth 18k yellow gold bezel, a brand new black leather strap with a gold plated pin buckle (not by Rolex
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Manual Wind 1950s Vintage RA425
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's timeless Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 manual wind, c.1957, in excellent
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Hand Wind 1950s Vintage RA425B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's timeless Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand wind, c.1957,in excellent
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 8952 14k Solid Gold 35mm Manual Wind 1950s RA529
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sophisticated luxury, chic Men's 14k solid gold Rolex Precision Ref.8952 manual wind dress watch, c
Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex 1950s Ladies Yellow Gold and Diamond Covered Surprise Cuff Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa mid to late 1950s Rolex precision Ladies Cuff Bracelet Watch, a rare and unusual Rolex watch
Diamond
Rolex Precision 18k Gold Watch for Ladies, 1950's
By Rolex
Located in Vannes, FR
ROLEX 18K Gold Watch For Ladies 1950's Mouvement Mecanic Precision Ankel 17 Rubis Original Red
Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Gold-Capped Hand-Wind 1950s RJC169G
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex "Golden Egg" Oysterdate Precision gold-capped ref.6694 hand-wind dress
Gold-filled
Rolex Lady Oyster Precision 22mm 18k Solid Gold Manual Wind 1950s Swiss RA511
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare timeless vintage luxury, 18k solid gold Rolex Lady Oyster Precision manual wind, c.1957, in
Gold, 18k Gold
Mens Rolex Precision Ref 8961 34mm 18k Solid Gold Manual Wind 1950s Swiss RA463
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic luxury, rare and timeless 18k solid gold Rolex Precision 8961 manual wind dress watch, c
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6494 34mm Mens 1950s Hand Wind Roulette Date RA191C
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref.6494 hand-wind dress watch with roulette red
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Precision Diamond Watch 18ct Gold
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Circa 1950s–60s Rare vintage Rolex Precision Cocktail watch 18 carat gold Diamond bezel with 20
ROLEX Stainless Steel Precision Wristwatch Ref 4417 c. 1950's
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a very rare Rolex Precision with incredible horn lugs. This is a minty example with an
Rolex Rose Gold Precision Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The is an exquisite example of the Rolex Precision with an unpolished case, the dial is in mint
18k Gold, Rose Gold
ROLEX Yellow Gold Oyster Precision Veriflat Ref 6512 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex yellow gold Oyster Veriflat reference 6512 from the 1950s. This has a champagne dial
Rolex Stainless Steel Precision Wristwatch Ref 8051 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex Stainless Steel Precision Wristwatch, Ref 8051, circa 1950s, with a manual-wind movement
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Precision Wristwatch Ref 4061 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a very rare Rolex stainless steel Precision wristwatch with an unusual original salmon
Stainless Steel
Rolex Gold Precision circa 1950's ref# 4471
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Precision circa 1950's ref 4471 square 26 X 40 mm case with large lobd lugs. Nicely
14k Gold
Rolex Precision 4219 stainless steel watch, Circa 1950's All original
By Rolex
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Rolex Precision 4219 stainless steel watch, circa 1950's. The watch measures 35mm x 10mm thick
Stainless Steel, Steel
1950's Fancy Lug Rolex 18K YG Precision Dress Model
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K YG Dress model 35mm diameter case with extended horn shaped lugs. 2 tone beautifully
18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Precision Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold manual-wind Precision wristwatch, circa 1950s. 34 X 43mm case with extended
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Precision Ref. 8952 14k YG, circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Precision ref. 8952 18K YG circa 1950’s. Featuring 35mm snap back case with the icon engine
14k Gold
Vintage Rolex Precision Reference 9022 Stainless Steel Watch, 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1950's Vintage Rolex Precision Ref. 9022 Stain;less Steel watch with Silver Dial with Applied Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oversized Precision Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Precision oversized wristwatch, circa 1950s. Unusually large case, 38 x 46mm
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Precision Wristwatch Ref 4470 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Precision Wristwatch, Ref 4470, circa 1950s. Square case, 27 x 37mm, with
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Precision Dress Model 18 Karat Yellow Gold, circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Precision 18K YG circa 1950’s. Featuring 34mm snap back case with smooth bezel and low dome
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Precision Ref. 8952 14 Karat Yellow Gold, circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Precision ref. 8952 18K YG circa 1950’s. Featuring 35mm snap back case with the icon engine
14k Gold
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Precision Dress Model manual wind wristwatch, c 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A scarce and simple design vintage lady’s Rolex 18K YG dress model circa 1950’s. Featuring a 20mm
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Precision Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Precision wristwatch, circa 1950s. Medium-size 32 X 39.5mm dress-model with
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Precision Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Precision wristwatch, circa 1950s, manual-wind dress model, 33 x 39mm case
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex Oyster Date Precision Stainless Steel Men's Wristwatch Ref 6066
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century all original, 1951 Rolex stainless steel oyster date precision wristwatch. Red date wheel. Original ruby steel riveted oyster band. Unpolished, minor scratches to case an...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Diamond ‘Nigeria’ Eternity Wide Band Ring in 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
A lavish Cartier diamond eternity wide band ring from the famed ‘Nigeria’ collection sparkles with over 7 carats of resplendent diamonds impeccably set in 18 karat white gold. The ri...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
18 Kt Rainer Brand Triple Date Moonphase Chronograph Wrist Watch, Collectors
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Rainer Brand Triple Date Moonphase Chronograph Wrist Watch, Brand New In Box With all Warranty Papers, Rare Collectors Watch Case : 18 Kt Solid Gold, Diameter 39.5 mm Strap :...
18k Gold
Bvlgari Peridot Amethyst and Diamond Mediterranean Eden Drop Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Bethesda, MD
A stunning pair of vintage Bvlgari “Mediterranean Eden” earrings. Each earring showcases a smooth cabochon amethyst set with a central diamond, leading to a sequence of decorative el...
Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold
Ladies Two Tone Rolex Datejust 26mm Jubilee Bracelet Wrist Watch Ref. 79173
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Rolex Movement: Swiss Made - Automatic - Self Winding Case, Bezel & Bracelet Material: Stainless Steel & 18k Gold Weight: 55.5 Grams Width: 26mm (not including th...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$1,406
W 1.25 in L 1.13 in
Vintage Cartier Bypass Design Ridged Brooch Set in Polished 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This vintage Cartier brooch features a unique bypass style design, crafted from luxurious 14 karat yellow gold. The ridged texture adds depth and dimension to the piece, giving it a ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,238Sale Price|44% Off
Size: 40
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent...
1982 Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM 6917 Champagne Diamond Bezel 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Diameter: 26.00 mm Weight: 29.47 grams One ladies 18K yellow gold diamond ROLEX Swiss-made watch. The metal was tested an...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Rolex 6516 Watch. 18k and SS ROLEX Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
18k and Stainless Steel Rolex Ladies Automatic Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1970 25mm Rolex Automatic Movement Ref. 6516. Beautiful Watch. Case is Stainless Steel. 18k Yellow gold b...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Yellow Gold Strap Model Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Rolex Wrist Watch, 33 M.M. 14K 2 piece case, 9 M.M. thick, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle lever movement, 2 tone Silver Satin Pie pan dial with raised Gold marke...
14k Gold
Vintage Bulgari Ancient Coin Ring Monete 18k Yellow Gold Jewelry Jewelry
By Bulgari
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Bulgari ancient coin ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s to 1980s). The iconic coin ring was created by Bulgari back in the 1960s. The enduring 'Monete...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rare Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual from 1952 Oversized Bubble Back Movement
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6334 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Shell CIRCA / YEAR: 1953 / 54 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm...
Rolex Steel Early Speedking with Original Dial from 1941 or 1942
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Speedking / Reference 3373 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 36mm X Diameter 30mm CIRCA / YEAR: 1941 / 1942...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ronde Solo Ref 3517 Large Steel Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2018 Cartier Reference 3517 Ronde Solo Wrist Watch, 42 M.M. 2 piece Stainless Steel Water Resistant case, Automatic, Self winding movement, Sapphire set crown, Sapphire Glass C...
Steel
Rolex Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual Very Rare Deepsea From 1954 / 55 Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6332 METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Shell CIRCA / YEAR: 1954 / 55 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diamet...
Gold
Audemars Piguet Ref 4161 Automatic Yellow Gold Wrist Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Audemars Piguet Reference 4161BA Wrist Watch, 33 M.M. diameter x 6 M.M thick 18K Yellow Gold 2 piece case with stepped bezel. Caliber 2123/1 21 Jewel Automatic, self w...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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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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The watch has transformed several times over, but it’s still undeniably a classic.
This is perhaps the least subtle version of the Submariner.
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This model was designed for lefties.
Learn the devious techniques that counterfeiters use to sell inauthentic pieces at authentic prices. Of course, you don't have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where every seller of Rolex watches is highly vetted.
From understanding the models to choosing among vintage, pre-owned and new watches, here’s our expert advice on finding the best Rolex for you.
As the cache goes on display at London’s Design Museum, we speak to its enigmatic owner about some of his rarest acquisitions.
These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.