1962 Rolex Explorer Ref. 5501 Vintage Mens Watch - Stainless Steel & 14K Gold
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
Hillary and Tenzing Norgay reached the summit of Mount Everest, they did so with Rolex Oyster Perpetual
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
$8,119
H 1.64 in W 1.34 in
1967 Tudor (Rolex) Prince Oysterdate Vintage Mens Ref. 7966 Watch -Solid 18Kgold
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
. Patterned after the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date, one of the company's staple models, it is thinner and of
18k Gold
Lady’s Rolex 18 Karat Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Ref 6619, circa 1960
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage lady’s Rolex 18K Rose gold ref 6619 serial no 612xxx circa 1960. Featuring a 25mm
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Stainless Steel Ref 1500, circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1500 circa 1967. Featuring 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel
Stainless Steel
Rolex yellow gold Oyster Perpetual “Underline” Dial self winding wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Very pleasing example Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual ref 1002 serial # 1.01 million circa 1964
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bombe Ref 1011, circa 1960
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual so called “Bombe” model 14K gold ref # 1010 serial# 529,xxx circa 1960
14k Gold
1964 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Vintage Mens Watch with Rare Underline Dial 14K Gold
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1964 ROLEX OYSTER PERPETUAL Vintage Mens Watch with Rare Underline Dial - 14K Gold Rare Underline Dial
14k Gold
Sold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 5552 Alabama Power Company Presentation Watch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Oyster bracelet marked 1963 and a special presentation engraving on the case back showing that this watch
Stainless Steel
1969 Rolex Oyster Precision Classic Vintage Mens Handwound Watch - SS
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1969 ROLEX OYSTER PRECISION Classic Vintage Mens Handwound Watch - Stainless Steel Gorgeous Restored
Stainless Steel
1965 Rolex Oyster Precision Ladies Vintage Watch with Tiffany Blue Dial - SS
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
, durability, and prestige. Today's offering proudly showcases this classic Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual model
Stainless Steel
1962 Rolex Explorer Ref. 5501 Vintage Mens Watch - Stainless Steel & 14K Gold
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
Tenzing Norgay reached the summit of Mount Everest, they did so with Rolex Oyster Perpetual watches
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
1966 Tudor (Rolex) Oyster Prince Vintage Mens Ref. 7995 Watch - Stainless Steel
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
really like its cool mixed Roman and baton dial. Patterned after the Rolex Oyster Perpetual, one of the
Stainless Steel
1961 Tudor (Rolex) Prince Oysterdate Vintage Mens Ref. 7944 Watch - SS & Gold
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
. Patterned after the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date, one of the company's staple and respected models, it
Gold, Stainless Steel
1966 Tudor (Rolex) Oyster Prince Vintage Mens Ref. 7995 Watch - Stainless Steel
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
really like its cool mixed Roman and baton dial. Patterned after the Rolex Oyster Perpetual, one of the
Stainless Steel
1968 Rolex Vintage Ladies Date Datejust Watch - Stainless Steel, 18K White Gold
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
-Owned Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ladydate model encased in steel with original solid 18K white gold bezel
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Pre-Owned Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Wilsdorf who founded the company in 1905. Few luxury items hold their value like Rolex watches making them
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500, circa 1968
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Date ref# 1500 serial #2.5 million circa 1968. Featuring a
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 Grey Dial, circa 1969
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1500 circa 1969. Featuring 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1500 Black Gilt Dial circa 1964
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Man’s vintage Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1500 serial # 1.1 million circa 1964
Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual self winding Wristwatch Ref 1500, c1968
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1500 circa 1968. Featuring 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel & 14K Yellow Gold ref 1005 circa 1966
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A beautiful condition example Rolex Oyster Perpetual in SS and 14K yellow gold, ref 1005 serial
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Ref 1601 Stainless Steel and 14 Karat White Gold, circa 1969
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust ref 1601 serial# 2.0 million circa 1969. Featuring a 36mm diameter
White Gold, Stainless Steel
$1,454Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 37
New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New From Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, Frida Giannini cited her influence was Anjelica Huston $1815 * Python Heels * Rare Ad Runway Heels * Size: 37 * Yel...
HERMES Havane brown Clemence leather BOLIDE 45 Travel Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes "Bolide" travel bag in Havane (chestnut brown) Taurillon Clemence leather. Open with a zipper on top. Lined in leather and beige cotton. Has been carried with two small black ...
Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision Tropical Dial Men’s Watch Ref. 6066
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A striking vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision men’s wristwatch, distinguished by its beautifully aged tropical dial. The dial has developed a rich, warm brown patina with scattered s...
Stainless Steel
Bijoux Num Hand-engraved Clover Pattern Vermeil Bangle Bracelet
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bijoux Num hand-engraved star pattern vermeil bangle bracelet. This beautiful bracelet features over 50 pcs of round faux diamond cubic zirconia (CZ), handcrafted Italian "Rigato" ...
Zircon, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
DONNA KARAN 90's Vintage Hammered Satin Black Evening Gown Maxi Dress
By Donna Karan
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Donna Karan Vintage 1990's Hammered Satin Jet black Made in Italy Pullover Throw on and go! This gown is so easy and effortless USA 6 aka IT42 Excellent vintage condition, minor feel...
$936
Size: 40 on tag but fit 38/ M
Brown double-breasted wool bouclette jacket with buckle THIERRY MUGLER
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown double-breasted wool bouclette jacket with silver metal buckle. on the left side. Main fabric composition: 90% wool, 10% nylon. Acetate lining. Shoulder pad. Cut-work. SIZE 40...
2000 Rolex Submariner Men's Watch 16610 Black Dial Bezel #24693
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2000 Rolex Submariner Watch Model: 16610 Serial: P702253 This classic Rolex Submariner men's watch is set in stainless steel. Black dial with luminescent markers. 40mm case size ...
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Round Crystal Dial Leather Strap Wristwatch in Yellow Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
A classic Patek Philippe wristwatch, featuring a round dial covered in crystal with hours and hands represented by yellow gold lines. Case and case back are made of 18K yellow gold. ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 1992 18K Gold - 16518
By Rolex
Located in Vannes, FR
The Rolex Daytona chronograph in 18K yellow gold, manufactured in 1992, is an exceptional timepiece that combines timeless elegance with technical excellence. This iconic model, refe...
18k Gold
$2,500
Size: USA 8 fits like a 6
VALENTINO Vintage Silk Crystal Embellished Pewter Evening Gown Maxi Dress
By Valentino
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Valentino Vintage Pewter silver color 100% silk Strap can be worn off the shoulder, too Clear crystal accents (one strap can be re-glued/taped/etc) Invisible side zip Size USA 8 fits...
DOLCE & GABBANA 90's Vintage Gray Green Crystal Pencil Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Dolce & Gabbana 1990's Vintage Gray/green hued dress Crystals on the straps and buttons No size tag, fits like an IT44 Medium/Large Lots of stretch Excellent Condition, no flaws Hat ...
$1,595
H 4.75 in W 3.25 in
Vintage Chanel 2000s Black Patent Leather CC Logo Quilted Wristlet Micro Clutch
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Chanel black patent leather mini wristlet purse from 2003/2004. Bag has square quilting throughout with CC logos, large CC logo at top. Dangling large gunmetal silver metal C...
3.50 Carat Fancy Yellow Oval Diamond Ring, VVS1, GIA Certified
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
A 3.50 carat natural fancy yellow oval brilliant-cut diamond ring, GIA certified, featuring a stone of exceptional VVS1 clarity and even color distribution. The stone is GIA certifie...
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 37
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977... His Fi...
Spring 2002 Christian Dior by John Galliano Pencil Grey Tailored Shift Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Spring / Summer 2002 Christian Dior by John Galliano Tailored Shift Dress, in a Pencil Grey wool / lycra blend material that clings to the figure. The dress features plaited detail...
Rare Chanel 1991 Hip Hop Collection Fancy Tweed Wool Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel Hip Hop Collection Bordeaux fancy tweed wool jacket featuring four patched pockets, gold-tone logo buttons, bordeaux contrasted gros-grain finishing, edge to edge opening, gol...
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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