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1953 Rolex Perpetual

Rolex Steel and 14Kt. Oyster Perpetual Date from 1953 or 54
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 6532
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Early Datejust Perpetual Wind Watch, 1953
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 6105 METAL / MATERIAL
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Restored and Patinated Dial 1953
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6085 METAL
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

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
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Early Datejust from 1953-54
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 6305
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Early and Rare Datejust "Big Bubble" from 1953
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Early Datejust / Reference 6305 METAL
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Early and Rare "Big Bubble" Datejust from 1953
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 6305
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel with Rare Original Dial and Bracelet from 1953
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6298 METAL
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual LadyDate Steel Silver Dial Automatic Vintage Watch 6517
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This timepiece was produced between 1953 and 1963. Dial color is changed due to age and patina
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Steel Early Oyster with Original Super Oyster Crown from 1952-1953
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6084 METAL
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

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
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1503 Gold Sunburst Dial Solid Gold 14k Gold, 1973
By Rolex
Located in PARIS, FR
Perpetual Datejust watch was released in 1945, with an automatic date change. In 1953, Rolex Oyster
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Submariner Date Yellow Gold Black Dial Men's Oyster Watch 126618LN
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
The oyster perpetual submariner date in 18 ct yellow gold in black ceramic and a black dial with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

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Rolex Centregraph Gold Filled Ladies Wrist Watch circa, 1940's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Centregraph METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 28mm X Diameter 22mm MOVEMENT / CALI...
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch with Original Dial from 1940
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width 26mm MOVEMENT / CA...
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Vintage Ricoh 17 Jewels Wristwatch, Japan, 1960s / 70s
Located in bronshoj, DK
Vintage Ricoh 17 Jewels wristwatch. Japan, 1960s / 70s. Clock diameter: 36 mm. In excellent condition. Stamped. All watches are thoroughly serviced by our professional watchmaker.
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Modern Wrist Watches

Rolex 1940s Yellow Gold Automatic Bubble Back Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1940s Rolex Bubble Back Wrist Watch, 32 M.M. 3 Piece 14K Yellow Gold case with smooth Bezel, Automatic, Self Winding movement. Restored Black Dial with Radium style filled Rom...
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier 1810 1 Must de Cartier Silver 925 Gold Plated Swiss Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier Model: Must de Cartier Reference Number: 1810 1 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Silver 925 Gold Plated Measurements : Case wi...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Omega 332 Ref. 2398 14 k Gold Solid Gold Men’s Vintage Watch
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Omega 332 Ref. 2398 14 k Gold Solid Gold Men’s Vintage Watch. Vintage Omega Bumper cal. 332 Ref. 2398 1 (Pré Seamaster) Circa: 1947 Swiss Made, automatic Wind Movement, signed...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

1953 Rolex Bubbleback Gold Steel Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1953 Rolex Bubbleback 14K bezel Gold Stainless Steel Watch Ref. 6105 Vintage Rolex Bubbleback with a 14k yellow gold bezel and stainless steel case, ref: 6105 The watch case is att...
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Cartier Tank Must GM Silver Blue Precious
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier Must model Tank watch in 925/1000 silver, ecru background with blue railway indexes and Roman numerals, quartz movement, blue exotic leather strap, Cartier folding clasp in s...
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1990s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Green Dial, Early 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Early 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diam...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega 'Geneva' White Face and Black Lather Strap, Circa 1970
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Omega (Genève) white face and black lather pattern strap. In mint condition. Omega Vintage Geneve Stainless Steel Automatic Watch. International collection : 1972 Case material: S...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Must GM Golden Black Precious
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier Must model Tank watch in vermeil (gold-plated 925/1000 silver), black background, mechanical movement (manual winding), black exotic leather strap and original Cartier gold-p...
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1990s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Stainless Steel, Gold Plate

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch from 1952
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6106 MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 20 Jewels / Caliber 645 DIAL / HANDS: Original Matte...
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Post-War Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Perpetual Calendar Limited Edition Watch Pen
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Handsome ballpoint watch and perpetual calendar pen by Cartier. Limited edition #1147 of 2000. Features an adjustable calendar along its main body, as well as a quartz clock on the e...
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Late 20th Century Desk Accessories

Rolex 18Kt Yellow Gold Early Datejust Watch, circa 1950
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 6084 METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 44mm X Diameter 36mm CIRCA: 1950 MOVEMENT / C...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Ladies Datejust 69173 White Diamond on Brown Leather Band
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
(Watch Description) Brand - Rolex Gender - Ladies Model - 69173 Datejust Metals - Yellow gold/Stainless steel Case size - 26mm Bezel - Yellow Gold fluted Crystal - Sapphire Movemen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster 36mm 18k Yellow Gold Quartz 19018 Day-Date watch
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
Brand - Rolex Model - 19018 Style - Day-Date Quartz Metals - 18k Yellow Gold Case size - 36mm Movement - Rolex Quartz Crystal - sapphire Band - Rolex Oyster Gold Wrist size - 7 1/2 i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Recent Sales

Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 6085 Watch, 1953
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1953 Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual VERY EARLY Ref. 6085 Two Tone 14k Rose Gold Machined Bezel and
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel and 14 Karat Gold Oyster Perpetual Ref 6085, circa 1953
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel and 14K yellow gold Oyster Perpetual ref 6085, serial #855,xxx circa 1953
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6305, Ivory Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference #: 6305. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Ivory 36
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Rolex Moonphase Wristwatch Ref 6062
By Rolex
Located in Westlake Village, CA
For sale is this Rare Steel Rolex Moonphase Ref. 6062, full calendar, moon phase in oyster case
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Factory Original Patinated Dial 1953
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6085 METAL
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

ROLEX 18kt Gold "BOMBAY", Ref. 6090 Circa 1953
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
ROLEX OYSTER PERPETUAL, "BOMBAY", CASE NO.945674, REF. 6090, CIRCA 1953 Cal. 645 nickel-finished
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Milgauss Ref. 1019
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This is an early Rolex Oyster Milgauss, circa 1960's, in stainless steel with its oversize 37mm
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Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Silver Dial 14 Karat Gold Ladies Watch 6551
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
(15567) This pre-owned Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6551 is a beautiful Womens timepiece that is powered
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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

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
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 36 Oyster Perpetual 1601 Gold Sunburst Dial 18k Gold Steel 16013
By Rolex
Located in PARIS, FR
Perpetual Datejust watch was released in 1945, with an automatic date change. In 1953, Rolex Oyster
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

1952 Rolex Precision Model 6044 “Royal” Oyster
By Rolex
Located in Raleigh, NC
1952! Let me introduce you to a special watch. It’s a Rolex that has a very special Crown. One of
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date Hulk Stainless Green Ceramic Men's Watch 116610LV
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
The Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date in Oystersteel with a Cerachrom bezel insert in green ceramic
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date Green Ceramic Kermit Starbucks Black Dial 126610LV
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
The oyster perpetual submariner date in oyster steel with a bezel insert in green ceramic and a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner 126610LN Date Black Dial Ceramic Bezel Steel Oyster Watch
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
The Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date in Oystersteel with a Black Cerachrom bezel and a black dial
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Submariner Date Kermit Automatic Steel Mens Oyster Bracelet Watch 126610LV
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
The Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date in Oystersteel with a Cerachrom Bezel Insert in Green Ceramic
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21st Century and Contemporary Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Two-Tone Gold Black Dial Stainless Steel Oyster Watch 116613LN
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
The Rolex Submariner 40mm Oyster Perpetual Date in Oystersteel and yellow gold with a Cerachrom
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1007 1953
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
1953 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer, Ref. 1007 in a 3 piece stainless steel waterproof case
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Perpetual Original Dial Bubble Back Watch, 1953 / 1954
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Ref. 6084 METAL
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Perpetual Wind Watch, circa 1953
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Steel / 18Kt. Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: 44mm X 36mm CIRCA: 1953 / 1954 MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate Red and Black Date and Bracelet, from 1953
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Rolex as a more affordable option to the popular new "perpetual" model, Datejust. It is a great looking
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6284 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
In excellent condition and recently serviced by a certified Rolex watchmaker. Photos of actual
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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1024
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1953 Rolex Reference 1024, 34 MM Gold Shell with stainless steel back waterproof case
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Rolex Submariner Date 41 Black Dial Oyster Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch 16610
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
The Oyster Perpetual Submariner is a reference among divers’ watches; it is the watch that unlocked
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

1953 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel 6150 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
case Oyster Perpetual ref. 6150 is a predecessor of the Rolex Explorer, before the Rolex “Explorer” was
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1953 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel 6150 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
case Oyster Perpetual ref. 6150 is a predecessor of the Rolex Explorer, before the Rolex “Explorer” was
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1953 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel 6150 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Perpetual ref. 6150 is a predecessor of the Rolex Explorer, before the Rolex “Explorer” was released and
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1953
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual wristwatch, Ref. 6084, circa 1953. 34mm diameter case with
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady's Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1953
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex lady's 18k rose gold Oyster Perpetual wristwatch, Ref. 6505, circa 1953. 27mm diameter case
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference 6284 Stainless Steel Watch, 1953
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1953 Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Semi-Bubbleback Ref. 6284 Stainless Steel watch with Silver
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

ROLEX S Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 6500 circa 1953
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual scarce early Ref. 6500, serial 919,XXX, circa 1953. 34mm
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 6085 circa 1953
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual, Ref. 6085, serial number 963,XXX, circa 1953. 34mm case
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Over size Oyster Perpetual .Reference 6298.Circa :1953
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual "Oversized "Reference Number 6298 . 36.5 mm case .Original Dial
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference 6085 14 Karat YG & SS Watch, 1953
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1953 Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Two Tone 14k Yellow Gold Machined Bezel and Stainless Steel
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1953
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Oyster Pepetual from 1953, reference 6084. In stainless steel with the original rivited
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Explorer Wristwatch Ref 6352
By Rolex
Located in Milano, IT
Unusual and very rare Rolex Explorer ref.6352 in stainless steel water resistant case with a
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Pre-Explorer Wristwatch Ref 6298 circa 1953
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel pre-Explorer Oyster Perpetual wristwatch, Ref. 6298, serial number 92,XXX
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 6084
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual wristwatch, ref 6084, serial# 913,xxx circa 1953. 34mm
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Tropical Dial Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
climbed to the top of Mount Everest, wearing Rolex Oyster Perpetual wristwatches. Rolex capitalized on
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Tropical Dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1016
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Hilary and John Hunt successfully climbed to the top of Mount Everest, wearing Rolex Oyster Perpetual
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 878XXX
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
An immaculate and rare stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual with an Explorer style dial. This
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel and Rose Gold Datejust Wristwatch circa 1953
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel and 14k rose gold Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 6105, serial number 799,XXX
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Rose Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual self winding Wristwatch, circa 1954
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref stainless steel, case serial # 35,xxx circa 1953. Featuring 34mm
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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1953 Rolex Perpetual For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 1953 rolex perpetual you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Stainless Steel, Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Most of our 1953 rolex perpetual for sale are for men, but there are 11 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a 1953 Rolex Perpetual?

The price for a 1953 rolex perpetual starts at $2,800 and tops out at $13,237 with these watches, on average, selling for $4,350.

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, new and vintage 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.

Bvlgari’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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Rolex watches are not battery-powered, except for the rare Rolex Oysterquartz model. This model is no longer in production, but you can still find it in the second-hand market. Shop a collection of Rolex watches, including the rare Oysterquartz, from reputable dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Rolex spoons are generally worth only a modest amount. Retailers once gave out these souvenir spoons along with the purchase of Rolex watches. Consult an experienced appraiser for specific information regarding the value of a particular spoon. You'll find a large collection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rolex watches have no specific unisex style, but Rolex does have both women’s and men’s versions. However, some women prefer to purchase the larger men’s watches, and some men opt for the smaller women’s Rolex brands. Shop a variety of luxury men’s and women’s Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, a Rolex watch will hold its value and some of them even appreciate over time. This high-end brand has a grand reputation for superior quality, making it one of the more desirable watches available. Shop a collection of properly vetted vintage and contemporary Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, the Rolex Datejust does not tick in the usual sense. This mechanical watch receives eight impulses per second, rather than the single impulse that is familiar from quartz watches. These impulses could be described as a kind of tick, but they create a much smoother gliding movement and do not generate a “ticking” noise. On 1stDibs you can browse a collection of authenticated Rolex watches from top boutiques around the world.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, there are companies that allow you to rent Rolex watches. Some companies offer subscription services and allow you to choose to buy the watch at a certain point if desired. Shop a selection of vintage and contemporary Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, a Rolex can be traced using its unique serial number that is engraved into the watch. Noting down your watch’s serial number somewhere safe can help to identify it if it’s ever lost. Browse a collection of professionally vetted Rolex timepieces on 1stDibs from top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Almost all Rolex watches say “Swiss-Made” or “Swiss” on the watch face. Sometimes there is also the letter “T” included in this mark. Rolex is a Swiss brand and stands on the proud tradition of excellent Swiss timepiece construction. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, a Rolex Air-King watch is waterproof. All Rolex watches are waterproof to depths of at least 330 feet except for Cellini styles, which are waterproof to a depth of at least 164 feet. Shop a wide range of verified authentic Air-King, Cellini and more Rolex styles on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Rolex watches are Swiss-made. The company operates out of headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. In-house factories located in Switzerland are responsible for producing every movement, dial and other component that goes into a Rolex watch. Artisans do much of the work by hand, and this painstaking craftsmanship is part of what gives the watches their value. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Rolex watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rolex watches are expertly crafted with much of the process done by hand. Even the machinery used to work on the watches is operated by hand to ensure the quality of each individual timepiece. Take a look at a collection of Rolex watches from top boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Each Rolex model may be slightly different, but most models feature a crown at the side that lets you adjust the time. Gently unscrew the crown by twisting it counter-clockwise. Gently pull it out and let it click through two extended positions until it reaches the third extended position. Twist it clockwise to adjust the time. When finished, press it back in and screw it in, in a clockwise direction to keep the watch waterproof. Browse through a range of authentic Rolex watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The second hand of a Rolex mechanical watch appears to glide, rather than tick, as it sweeps across the face of the dial. However, it technically is ticking, just at a much higher rate than once per second, as a quartz watch does. It will “tick” eight times per second, giving it that signature sweeping movement as well as producing a much quieter sound. On 1stDibs, find a range of expertly authenticated Rolex timepieces from top sellers.
  • 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
    Gold Rolex pieces are only made with solid gold, never gold-plated. Crafted with high-quality materials, Rolex uses 18-karat gold made at their in-house foundries to ensure the utmost premium metals are used in each Rolex. Shop a selection of gold Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    While it has not been officially confirmed, it is estimated that Rolex makes over one million watches per year. Each timepiece is renowned for its exceptional quality. Shop a wide variety of expertly authenticated Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Rolex Datejust has 12 links in the standard model. There are also link extension options that allow you to add links for an ideal, personalized fit. Shop a wide range of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A real Rolex watch does not tick loudly due to its mechanical mechanism. Because of this, loud ticking is one way to help identify a fake Rolex watch. However, if you hold the watch up to your ear in a very quiet place, you may notice a faint rhythmic sound. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Rolex watch that is worn daily does not need winding. The Perpetual rotor uses the movement of your body to power the watch and it can hold this power for up to 70 hours. If you take off your watch for an extended period of time, more than the 70 hours, then it will need winding. Manual winding can be done by unscrewing the crown to the winding position and turning it clockwise about 20 times. Remember to screw the crown back tightly to reestablish its waterproof qualities. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.