Rolex "Carbonized" Oyster Perpetual Black Dial and Super Oyster Crown, 1950's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6084 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1950 / 51 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X D...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6564 Mens 34mm 1950s Vintage Automatic RA794B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6564 automatic, c.1957, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial,...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6084 Stainless Steel Wristwatch c. 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in stainless steel, this vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6084 has a silver tone dial. The dagger-shaped hour markers, paired with the dagger hands, stand out for their geometr...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex 6564 Oyster Perpetual 1950s Mens 34mm Gold-Capped Vintage Automatic RA789B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic vintage charm, rare Men's Rolex 6564 Oyster Perpetual gold-capped automatic dress watch, c.1956, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Go...
Gold, Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6564 34mm Mens Gold-Capped Vintage Automatic 1950s RA789
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's rare Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6564 gold-capped automatic dress watch, c.1956, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous...
Stainless Steel, Gold, Gold Plate
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6564 All Original Mens 34mm Automatic 1950s RA794
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic with iconic Gay Frères bracelet! Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6564 automatic dress watch, c.1959, all original with Gay Freres bracelet, in excellent working conditi...
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s Rolex Oyster Perpetual AirKing Stainless Mens Watch Ref. 6480
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Rolex Oyster Precision Ref. 6480 is a highly appealing mid-1950s example of classic Rolex design, offering the understated elegance and everyday wearability that have ma...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6580 14k Gold SS 1950s Mens Vintage Automatic RA786B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster ref.6580 automatic dress watch, c.1954, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed whi...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel and 14Kt. Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Bracelet. circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 6532 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel and 14Kt Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1953 / 54 DIMENSIONS / SI...
ROLEX Factory "Faceted" Bezel 1950's Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
ROLEX reference #1025 Factory "Faceted" Bezel 1950's Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual: This is the first example of this watch we have had the pleasure of offering.
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual "Sunken Dial" Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rolex Gents Stainless Steel Automatic watch. This rare Rolex from the 1950's features an even rarer "Sunken Dial" on the dial with crosshairs and a steel blue sweep second hand. A v...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 6564 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This watch contains every celebrated element of vintage Rolex: Original stylized hands, raised markers, an original 1950s Oyster bracelet and a unique-to-1950s-watches textured-linen...
Stainless Steel
Rolex 1950s Ref 6567 Oyster Perpetual Gold Automatic Wristwatch on Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Rolex Reference 6567 Wrist Watch 34 M.M. 14k Yellow Gold 3 Piece case with Fluted Bezel, Rolex Crown, Caliber 1030, 23 Jewel Automatic, self winding movement. Original an...
14k Gold
Midsize Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6548 30mm Automatic 1950s Vintage RA528
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Charming vintage classic, Rolex midsize Oyster Perpetual ref.6548 automatic, c.1958, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, Rolex signed...
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6634 34mm Gold Capped Automatic 1950s Vintage RA434
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's Gold-Capped Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6634 automatic dress watch, c.1950s, in excellent working condition.
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6634 Golden Egg 34mm Automatic 1950s Swiss RA434B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage classic, Men's Rolex "Golden Egg", Oyster Perpetual Ref.6634 gold-capped automatic dress watch, c.1950s, in excellent working condition.
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Midsize Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6551 18k Solid Gold 30mm Automatic 1950s RA470
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, 18k solid gold Midsize Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6551 automatic dress watch, c.1958, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorg...
Gold, 18k Gold
Midsize Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6551 18k Gold 30mm Automatic 1950s RA470B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, 18k solid gold Midsize Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6551 automatic dress watch, c.1958, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorg...
Gold, 18k Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6634 Gold Capped Automatic 1950s Vintage RA237B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic luxury, Men's Gold-Capped Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6634 automatic dress watch, c.1957. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Original unrestored Rolex signed dial, app...
Gold-filled
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6565 34mm Mens Automatic 1950s Swiss Vintage RA547S
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's all-stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6565 automatic dress watch, c.1957, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorg...
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6605 18k Solid Gold 36mm Automatic 1950s NOS NA125
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.6605 automatic, c.1959, new old stock with original Rolex tags, in excellent working condition.
Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6564 14k Solid Gold 34mm Automatic 1950s RA462
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6564 automatic dress watch, c.1950s, in excellent working condition.
14k Gold, Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6564 14k Solid Gold 34mm Automatic 1950s RA462B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic luxury, Men's 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6564 automatic dress watch, c.1950s, in excellent working condition.
Gold, 14k Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6085 34mm 18k Gold Automatic 1950s Swiss RA443B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, a very charming Men's 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.6085 automatic, c.1952, in excellent working condition.
18k Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6085 34mm 18k Gold Automatic 1950s Vintage RA443
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, a very charming Men's 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.6085 automatic, c.1952, in excellent working condition.
18k Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6305 36mm Rare Red Date Automatic 1950s RA426B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic icon, rare Men's timeless Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 6305 bubble automatic, c.1953, in excellent working condition.
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6084 18k Solid Gold 34mm Automatic 1950s Swiss RA467
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic luxury, Men's 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6084 semi bubbleback automatic dress watch, c.1954, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master wat...
Gold, 18k Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6305 36mm Red Date Automatic 1950s Vintage RA426
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare vintage classic, Men's timeless Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 6305 automatic, c.1953,in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Role...
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 6551 31MM 14KT Yellow Gold Case
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This elegant vintage mid-1950s Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 6551 represents the classic simplicity and precision that helped establish Rolex as one of the world’s most respected watch...
14k Gold
Rolex Steel and 14Kt. Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Bracelet. circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 6532 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel and 14Kt Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1953 / 54 DIMENSIONS / SI...
Mens Rolex Ref 6634 Oyster Perpetual Gold Capped Automatic 1950s Vintage RA237
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's Gold-Capped Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6634 automatic dress watch, c.1957.
Gold-filled
Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6564 Automatic, c.1950s Swiss Vintage RA139
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare classic, Men's Rolex ref.6564 Oyster Perpetual automatic dress watch, c.1955. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed dial, applied indice hour marker...
ROLEX Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Presentation Watch with Globe Logo Dial circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A handsome and colorful dial and strap combination on this 1960's stainless steel Oyster Perpetual. The dial is by Rolex for a company presenting this watch for 10 years of service. ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex 1950s Bubble Back Oyster Perpetual
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rare and exciting!! Vintage Rolex bubble back This watch, a Reference 6084 Oyster Perpetual dates to approximately 1950s , and is loaded to the hilt with all the goodness you could ...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex 1950s Bubble Back Oyster Perpetual in Mint Condition
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Exciting and rare!! Vintage Rolex bubble back a Reference 6084 Oyster Perpetual dates to approximately 1950s , and is loaded to the hilt with all the goodness you could possibly hope...
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Rolex Oyster Perpetual, 34 MM Stainless Steel Waterproof Case with Engine turned Bezel.
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 8952 18k Solid Gold Manual Wind 1950s RA229
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare luxurious classic, Men's 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.8952 manual wind large dress watch, c.1950s.
18k Gold, Gold
Mens Rolex Ref 6634 Oyster Perpetual Gold Capped Automatic 1950s Swiss RA237G
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Rolex's "Golden Egg", Men's Gold-Capped Ref.6634 Oyster Perpetual automatic dress watch, c.1957, all original.
Gold-filled
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6050 18k Gold 32mm Automatic 1950s Vintage RA439B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.6050 bubble back automatic, c.1953, untouched dial, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master ...
18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6565 34mm Mens Automatic 1950s Swiss Vintage RA547
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6565 automatic dress watch, c.1957, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed di...
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6564 Automatic 1950s Swiss Vintage RJC146B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare iconic classic, Men's Rolex ref.6564 Oyster Perpetual automatic, c.1957.
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6634 Gold Capped Automatic 1950s RJC138
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's Gold-Capped Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6634 automatic dress watch, c.1957, Rolex's "Golden Egg".
Gold-filled
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6564 Automatic, c.1950s Vintage RA140BRN
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous classic, Men's Rolex ref.6564 Oyster Perpetual automatic dress watch, c.1957. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Stunning Rolex signed black dial, applied gilt indic...
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6084 18k Solid Gold 34mm Automatic 1950s RA467B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6084 semi bubbleback automatic dress watch, c.1954, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master ...
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 5500
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer, Ref. 5500 in a 3 piece, 34 M.M. stainless steel waterproof case with a smooth bezel. 26 Jewel automatic, self winding caliber 1570 Mov...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel and Gold Oyster Perpetual with Original Dial Rare Model circa, 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6564 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel / 14Kt.
Gold, Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6532 c. 1950's
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a minty 1950's Automatic Oyster Perpetual Rolex. The cream dial on this watch is a beauty, all original and has the lovely 3,6,9 on it.
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Ref 6084 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a beautiful example of a Rolex oyster perpetual from the 1950s with a black original explorer style dial.
Rolex 18K PG Oyster Perpetual Chronometer c. 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K PG Oyster Perpetual 34mm diameter Oyster case circa 1950's.
18k Gold
ROLEX Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Bombe Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Bombe wristwatch, circa 1950s. 35mm diameter case with smooth bezel and curved lugs with nicely patinaed original dial with eccentric gold inde...
14k Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch ref 6284 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage man’s Rolex ref 6284 Oyster Perpetual 18K rose gold circa 1950’s.
18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Bombe Wristwatch Ref 6090 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Bombe wristwatch, Ref. 6090, circa 1950s, with beautiful original silvered waffle dial with gold triangular indexes and dauphine hands.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 6284, circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage man’s Rolex ref 6284 Oyster Perpetual 18K rose gold circa 1950’s.
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel 26mm Just Date Women's Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date display watch is a classic example of Rolex's timeless elegance and durability. With it's versatile satin 26mm stainless steel case, this water resis...
Stainless Steel, Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dial with Gold Baton Markers 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diameter 3...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Large 18K Gold Quartz 25mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
The Cartier Tank, 25mm crafted in 18K yellow gold unisex watch. Roman numerals, original lizard skin strap. Complete with original Cartier Box. No papers, buckle not Cartier or 18k g...
18k Gold
$17,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.18 in W 1.22 in Dm 9 in L 9 in
CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k 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 Vintage 1966 Steel Air-king Automatic with Sunburst Dial
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Air-King Reference 5500. 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster case. Caliber 1520 Automatic, Self winding movement, excellent Mint condition Silver Satin "Sunburst"...
Steel
Rolex Steel Rare Super Oyster Model with Original Dial from the Mid 1950's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Reference 6202 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1954 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm x Diameter 34mm MOV...
Cartier Tank Américaine Automatic 18 Karat Gold Ref. 1725
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, DE
Cartier Tank Américaine Automatic 18 Karat Gold Ref. 1725 Including certificate of authenticity. The glass would need to be replaced. We can offer you this service upon request.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Centure 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Paris Centure Collection Wrist Watch, 18k Yellow Gold 27 X 27 M.M. 2 Piece stepped case. 17 jewel mechanical, manual wind movement. White Dial with Black Roman nu...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Explorer Date 5701
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage stainless steel and yellow gold Rolex Explorer Date ref. 5701 automatic movement wristwatch. Featuring well aged champagne dial with applied dagger-style hour markers. Com...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date chocolate dial 34mm
By Rolex
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold the astonishingly beautiful Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date, a timepiece that exudes unparalleled elegance and sophistication. With the reference number (15210), this horological ...
Steel
1957 Vacheron & Constantin 18K Gold Manual Wind Art Deco Watch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This vintage 1957 Vacheron & Constantin men’s manual wind watch is crafted in 18K yellow gold and remains in excellent condition. It features a brown leather strap and houses mov...
Rolex Oyster Precision 6423 Arrowhead Dagger Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Rolex Model: Oysterdate Precision Reference number: 6423 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Hand Wind Case Material: Stainless Steel Measurements :34mm diame...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Royalite Watch 2280 Circa 1939
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Rolex Royalite Watch 2280 Circa 1939 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being offered for sale. This model was m...
Stainless Steel
Rolex 31mm Datejust Watch
By Rolex
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-Owned Rolex 31mm Datejust Automatic Watch Crafted in Stainless Steel with Polished Bezel, Acrylic Crystal, White Roman Dial, and Oyster Bracelet. Model 6824, Circa 1975. Overhaul...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Two Tone with Factory Original Dial From 1953
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6105 METAL / MATERIAL: Two Tone Stainless Steel & Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1953 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Leng...
Gold, Stainless Steel
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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A fresh palette of dial colors and technological advances have elevated this classic watch model.
The watch has transformed several times over, but it’s still undeniably a classic.
This is perhaps the least subtle version of the Submariner.
If you think this looks like the Rolex Kermit, you're correct.
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.