Vintage 1966 Rolex Oyster Speedking Ref. 6430 – Manual Wind
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1966 Rolex Oyster Speedking Ref. 6430 is a timeless example of Rolex’s understated mid-century design, prized for its clean aesthetics and classic proportions.
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1966 Rolex Oyster Royal 6426 Stainless Steel Silver Dial Manual 34mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Key Specs Reference: 6426 Model: Oyster Royal Year: 1966 Movement: Manual Case Size: 34mm Bezel: Smooth Bracelet: Oyster Bracelet Length: Fits 6.75-7.5in, 12 Links Dial: Silver Meta...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Steel and Gold Ref 6582 Zephyre Bezel Automatic Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Oyster perpetual Reference 6582 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 3 piece stainless steel Oyster case with Yellow Gold Zephyre Bezel and Gold Crown.
Gold, Steel
1966 Rolex Day Date Pink Gold Oyster Bracelet Ref.1803
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Specifications Brand: Rolex Model: Day Date Ref. No.: 1803 Serial No.: 1377xxx Year: 1966 Gender: Gents Case Size: 36mm Case: Very nice vintage condition case showing light wear from...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
1966 Rolex Tudor Oyster Princess Gold Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bradford, Ontario
Rolex Tudor Oyster Princess Reference 7580 from 1966 with Rolex Oyster Case.
Gold
Vintage 1966 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref. 6517 – Automatic
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1966 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref. 6517 is a refined and elegant example of Rolex’s classic mid-century design in a smaller, timeless profile.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Steel and Gold Ref 6582 Zephyre Bezel Automatic Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Oyster perpetual Reference 6582 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 3 piece stainless steel Oyster case with Yellow Gold Zephyre Bezel and Gold Crown.
Gold, Steel
1966 Tudor (Rolex) Oyster Prince Vintage Mens Ref. 7995 Watch - Stainless Steel
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating on...
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1966 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24MM 6615 Oyster 14K Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
No.: 6615 Serial No.: 1,471,XXX Production Year: 1966 Gender: Ladies Caliber Properties Caliber No.: 1030 Number of Jewels: 25 Power Reserve: 42.0 hours Movement Type: Automatic Di...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rivet Oyster Bracelet, 19mm Lug Width Watch in Stainless Steel, 1966
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex rivet Oyster bracelet from 1966 with 19mm lug width.
Stainless Steel, Steel
1966 Tudor (Rolex) Oyster Prince Vintage Mens Ref. 7995 Watch - Stainless Steel
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating on...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 Chronometer, circa 1966
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref 1002 circa 1966. Featuring a 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel, acrylic crystal, and original silver satin dial with applied silver indexes and...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust c. 1966
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k YG oyster perpetual datejust ref # 1600, serial # 1.5 million circa 1966. 36mm diameter oyster case with smooth bezel and screw down crown and back circa 1960's. beautiful ...
18k Gold
ROLEX Pink Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch circa 1966
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k pink gold Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch, serial 1.4 million, circa 1966. 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel, acrylic crystal and gorgeous original antique salmon dial ...
18k Gold
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 1007 Stainless Steel Watch, 1966
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1966 Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Automatic Ref. 1007 Stainless Steel watch with Machined Bezel with Original Black Sigma Dial with Applied 14k White Gold Beveled Tapered Stick/Bar...
Rolex yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 1003, circa 1966
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A classic Rolex Oyster Perpetual wristwatch in 14 karat yellow gold, reference 1003.
14k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Chronograph Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6239 circa 1966
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This super rare collectable watch features a replacement service dial, original steel tachometer bezel, plastic crystal, original steel chronograph buttons, locking waterproof crown,...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 14 Karat YG, circa 1966
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1500 serial # 1.8 million circa 1966. 34mm diameter case with 14K YG fluted bezel, acrylic crystal, and original champagne dial with applied gold ind...
14k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Army Green Wristwatch, circa 1966
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG man’s Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1503 serial#1.4 million circa 1966.
14k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Self Winding Wristwatch, circa 1966
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1500 serial #1.3 million circa 1966. 34mm diameter Oyster case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.
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# 1.3 million circa 1966.
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1003 Vintage Coca Cola Men's 14 Karat Gold Year 1966
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1003 Vintage Coca Cola Mens 14K Gold 34mm Year 1966
Sold
W 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch circa 1966 with Custom-Colored Dial
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch, Ref. 1500, serial number 1.4 million, circa 1966. 34mm case with smooth bezel, acrylic crystal and custom-colored orange dial ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex SS Oyster Date ref 5754 serial # 1.5 million circa 1966.
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS Oyster Date ref 5754 serial # 1.5 million circa 1966.
Rolex Gold Stainless Steel Oyster Datejust Bracelet Wristwatch, circa 1966
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Rolex Datejust ref 1600 stainless steel and 14K gold, case serial # 1.5 million circa 1966 with original riveted link SS/14K YG Oyster bracelet.
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch Ref 6551 circa 1966
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 14 K Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Mid size Automatic .
14k Gold
HERMES black Swift & Tuffetage corduroy BIRKIN 30 COTE-A-COTE Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Birkin 30 Côté-a-Côté in black corduroy with Veau Swift leather trim and gussets. Features palladium plated hardware and cleaning brush for corduroy. Brand new ...
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 8.67 in D 6.3 in L 11.82 in
Hermès 2011 Birkin 30cm Pink Box Calf Leather Women's Handbag New
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Hermes Bag Birkin 30cm Box Calf Pink New - 2410152001 Brand: Hermès Type : Hermes Birkin Bag Inside Detail: N/A Base Size: 30cm Height: 22cm Depth: 16cm Weight: Material: Box Calf L...
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Silvered Dial and Gilt Markers
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 42mm X Diameter 3...
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe 3322 Ladies Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Patek Philippe Reference 3322 Wrist Watch. 16 x 20 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case with hand Texturing, 20 Jewel Mechanical, manual wind Nickle lever movement, Patek Ph...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Date Steel 1501 Automatic Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1973 Rolex Date Wrist watch, 35 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece Oyster case. Caliber 1570, 26 jewel Automatic, self winding movement. Custom Turquoise Blue Dial with Raised White...
Steel
Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Dress Watch circa 1950 with Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold / Set with Vintage Rose Cut Stones .75Cts. CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZ...
18k Gold
Hermes Vintage Crocodile Miel Constance
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes classic and beautiful vintage crocodile miel constance bag. Pre stamp production. Crocodile leather is in excellent condition, metal front H has minor scuffs. Shoulder drop 8....
Rolex Bubbleback 1946 Steel Self Winding Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1946 Rolex "Bubbleback" Wrist Watch, 32 M.M 2 piece Stainless Steel case, Automatic, self winding 17 Jewel Movement. Restored as original Black Dial with Luminous Half Roman an...
Steel
1962 Rolex Explorer Ref. 5501 Vintage Mens Watch - Stainless Steel & 14K Gold
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Watch. ROLEX Oyster Royal 2280 SS 30mm 1930s
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Rolex Oyster Royal 2280 Stainless Steel Case. Manual Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1939 Beautiful Watch. Generic Stainless Steel Bracelet (not original Rolex). 30mm round c...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34 mm 1501 Silver Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in istanbul, TR
Classic but at the same time suitable for any occasion, the Rolex Oyster Date ref. 1501 can be worn on a daily basis and despite being a vintage watch, it has an elegant and modern l...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Vintage Stepped Case Mechanical 18k Gold Plate Wrist watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Mid size Triple Stepped case Wrist Watch, 28 x 28 M.M. 18k Gold Electroplate 2 piece case, original and Excellent, Mint condition Chocolate brown dial with Gold R...
Gold Plate
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Unique Red Dial circa, 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 40mm "Lug Tip to ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Yellow Dial circa, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 3...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Persian Numbers circa, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960 / 70's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diame...
Stainless Steel
$76,316Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Natural 5.60 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
GIA Natural 5.60 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring This beautiful, platinum, natural, pear-shaped diamond engagement ring is a true wonder. The center stone and the ...
Diamond, White 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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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.