Rolex Submariner Small Crown Gilt Black Dial 6205 Steel Automatic Watch 1954
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 6205 Year: 1954 Serial number: 21xxx Reference: OT1504 Model 6204 as
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref. 6538
By Rolex
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Submariner Ref. 6538 Very rare big crown without crown guards. Case-Screwed case, steel
Unavailable
W 0.79 in D 0.48 in Dm 1.5 in L 7.49 in
Rolex Submariner 6536/1 No Crown Guard Watch with Original Box&Paper
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 6536/1 No Crown Guard Watch With Original Box&Paper
Stainless Steel 1950's James Bond Rolex Submariner
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Mint condition ref. 6536/1 "James Bond" Submariner, circa 1956. -Amazing dial with even
Stainless Steel
Tudor Rolex Big Crown Submariner
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Tudor Rolex Big Crown Submariner -Patina on Dial and Hands -8mm watch crown
Stainless Steel
"James Bond" Stainless Steel 1950's Submariner Ref. 5508
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Stainless Steel 1950's "James Bond" Submariner Ref. 5508 by Rolex - Beautiful Patina, Mint
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 6536-1
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
“A beautiful vintage watch”- Josh Bonifas. The case of this Submariner is among the nicest examples
Stainless Steel
Big Crown Tudor Oyster Prince Submariner by Rolex circa 1950
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Tudor Oyster Prince Submariner by Rolex - Original Papers, 8mm Big Crown, circa 1950
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel "No Crown Guard" Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5508
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This piece offers great value for a rare early reference, particularly when compared to the price of track ring dial 5512- or 5513s. Note the exceptional glossiness of the dial. The ...
Stainless Steel
Rare Vintage Rolex Submariner James Bond Big Crown Stainless Steel Automatic
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Very Rare Stainless Steel Submariner Vintage Gents Wristwatch, original tropical gilt dial with
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Big Crown T Swiss 25 Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5510
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
example of Rolex’s famed Submariner. This reference #5510 would have been one of the last “big crown”s
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Four-Line Submariner Wristwatch Ref 6536/1 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Oyster bracelet. Very rare and collectible vintage Submariner circa 1950s, serial number 398940. Please
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner 4 Line Ghost Dial Big Crown Wristwatch Ref 6538
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A collectable example of the world’s most iconic watch, this “Big Crown” Submariner ref. #6538 is
Stainless Steel
Ref #5512 Rare Early Stainless-Steel Submariner Gilt Dial
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Stainless-Steel Gilt Dial Submariner by Rolex - Early Ref #5512 Pointy Crown-Guards, Rare Gilt Dial
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel James Bond Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5508
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a excellent example of the Rolex Submariner reference 5508 known as the "James Bond". This
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner James Bond Wristwatch Ref 6536/1
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a great example of the Rolex James Bond reference 6536/1 from the late 1950s. The stainless
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5508 with Tropical Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a very unusual example of a Rolex Submariner James Bond wristwatch, Ref. 5508, with a
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner James Bond Wristwatch Ref 5508 circa 1958
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a beautiful and extremely rare example of a stainless steel Rolex Submariner James Bond
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner "Small Crown James Bond" Wristwatch Ref 6536
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This week we were lucky enough to find the elusive Rolex Submariner reference 6536, an extremely
Stainless Steel
1954 Rolex Submariner Stainless Steel 6538 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Submariners in collecting history. The Rolex Submariner 6538 has almost an endless list of features that
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref. 5508
By Rolex
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Submariner Ref. 5508 Very rare Submariner "James Bond" Case-Screwed case, steel, acrylic glass
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 6205 circa 1954
By Rolex
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Rolex Submariner Ref. 6205 Extremely rare Brevet crown without crown guards, one of the first
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Big Crown James Bond Submariner Wristwatch circa 1957
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Big Crown James Bond Submariner, Ref. 6538, circa 1957. Great looking iconic
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner James Bond Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 6538
Located in Paris, FR
Fine and rare stainless steel self winding diver's wristwatch.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel James Bond Submariner Wristwatch Ref 6536/1 1956
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel James Bond Submariner Wristwatch, Ref. 6536/1, . It features an original
Stainless Steel
Hermes Diamond Birkin 35 Bag Miel Porosus Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an exceptional limited edition Hermes Birkin 35 Diamond Porosus Crocodile bag featured in honeyed Miel. Exquisite and rare color, this Hermes Birkin bag with 18K Ye...
$14,798
Size: FR38 - UK10
John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival John Galliano Evening Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 2001 ▪ Crafted from crimson crepe-back satin, with alternating panels that highlight both the satin sheen and crepe texture ▪ D...
GIA Certified 5.05 Carats Asscher Cut Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stunning engagement ring, showcasing a 5.05 carats Asscher cut diamond certified by GIA as G color and VS2 clarity, set on a four prong basket made of platinum. Flanked by epaulett...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3.66 Carats Oval Cut Fancy Light Pink Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful engagement ring, showcasing a vibrant 3.66 carats oval cut pink diamond certified by GIA as Fancy Light Pink color and Internally Flawless clarity, bezel-set in 18K rose ...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Art Deco Colombian Square Cut Emerald Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
You will truly "go green" with this extraordinary AGL and Gubelin certified Colombian untreated 2.78 carat square cut emerald ring attributed to the most ancient of mines. With an e...
Emerald, White Diamond, Platinum
Hermes Kelly 28 Matte Crocodile Bleu palladium hardware bag
By Hermès
Located in London, England
Hermes Kelly 28cm Bleu St Cyr Matte Croc phw bag. A simply stunning 28cm Hermes Kelly in Matte alligator in Bleu St Cyr which is slightly muted blue. A really special and rare bag. ...
Antique Louis Vuitton Picnic Motor Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
In Luxury We Trust is delighted to present an extraordinary opportunity to own an extremely rare trunk, the largest picnic trunk ever crafted by Louis Vuitton, designed to cater to s...
Emilio Jewelry Certified 19.79 Carat No Heat Spinel Earring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a pair of gorgeous natural no heat untreated Spinels weighing almost 20 carats. The color and crystal are exceptional. The spinels are also exceptionally clean. Hand made ...
Spinel
John Galliano orange bias-cut silk devoré 'paint splatter' dress, fw 2000
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano evening dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2000 ▪ Constructed from orange bias-cut crinkled silk devoré ▪ Velvet and French-knot embroidery paint splatter motifs ▪ Silk chiffon und...
J. Birnbach 18.04 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring with Trillions
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This important piece from the J. Birnbach vault is a ring to be passed down for generations. Featuring an exceptional 18.04 carat emerald cut diamond, this is a timeless piece celebr...
Diamond, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 14.65 Carat Pinkish Brown Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. This item has been appraised by the ex...
Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond
$265,366Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.67 in
Yellow Gold Brooch with Six Carats GRS No Heat Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The heart of this 18 karat yellow gold Tobacco Flower brooch is a stunning GRS-certified vivid royal blue oval sapphire from Sri Lanka, measuring 10.73 x 9.64 x 5.99 mm and weighing ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tanza...
Van Cleef & Arpels 13.36 Carat Burmese Sapphire Ring, circa 1930
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Burmese sapphire ring. Set with one cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Burmese sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 13.36 cara...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
J. Birnbach GIA Certified 17.88 Carat G VS1 Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This spectacular platinum solitaire ring is a masterclass in restraint and proportion, designed to showcase an extraordinary center diamond. At its heart is a remarkable 17.88 carat ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
90-Carat Diamond Tennis Necklace 2 Carats Each F-G-H Color VS Clarity A
Located in Mumbai, IN
This 90-carat diamond tennis necklace is a breathtaking creation of extraordinary craftsmanship and grandeur. Featuring 45 meticulously matched 2-carat diamonds, each stone is carefu...
Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 12.16 Carats Total Radiant Cut Diamond Drop Earrings in Platinum
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pair of drop earrings, showcasing two GIA certified radiant cut diamonds weighing 6.04 and 6.12 carats with K color and VS2-SI1 clarity, respectively. Each is suspended on...
Diamond, Platinum
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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This model was designed for lefties.
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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.