Rolex Datejust 1601 Mosaic Blue JDM 5.1m Serial 1977 Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601, Mosaic Blue Dial, Steel & 18k White Gold, Full Set, 1977 (5.1M Serial, JDM) Among vintage Datejusts, few dials capture collectors’ imaginations like the Mo...
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Ref 1603 Custom Red Diamond Dial, Dated 1977
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust /Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 43mm X Diameter 36mm CIRCA: 1977 MOVEMENT / CA...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date, Ref 1680, 40mm Case, Dial & Hands Coeval Patina, 1977/78
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
With a 50** serial number, we date production to late 1977/8, the clasp code B , dating to 1977. Included is a period Rolex box, this is very much a great value vintage Submariner wi...
Vintage 1988 Rolex Day-Date 18038 18K YG Silver Diamond Dial Auto 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Definitive Gold Rolex The Day-Date reference 18038 is a landmark model for Rolex.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601, 1977
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1977 Vintage Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601 14k White Gold Fluted Bezel and Stainless Steel watch with Original Silver Dial with Applied Steel Beveled Stick/Bar/Baton Markers with Black In...
Vintage Rolex Thunderbird Datejust Two-Tone Watch, 1977
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1977 Vintage Rolex Datejust Thunderbird Ref. 1625 with Two Tone 14k Yellow Gold Thunderbird Turn-O-Graph Bezel and Stainless Steel Case with Champagne Dial with Applied Gold Stick/Ba...
Rolex Yellow Gold Date Calibre 1570 Wristwatch Ref 1503, 1977
By Rolex
Located in Epsom, Surrey
This Rolex has undergone a thorough inspection and service to ensure all aspects of the watch are as they should be to meet our high standards for sale.
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Calibre 1520 Wristwatch Ref 5500, circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in Epsom, Surrey
This Rolex has undergone a thorough inspection and service to ensure all aspects of the watch are as they should be to meet our high standards for sale.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Full Set Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1680
By Rolex
Located in Bologna, IT
Rolex Rolex Submariner FULL SET Ref. 1680 Serial Number: 53xxxxx Steel Case Black Dial (SWISS T 25) Steel Bracelet Ref. 9315, Ends Link 380 (including leather strap) Diameter:...
Rolex 1970s Oyster Date Steel Mechanical Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1977 Rolex Oyster Date Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 2 Piece Oyster Case, mechanical, manual wind 17 Jewel Caliber 1225 Nickle Lever movement.
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Custom Dial Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1977 Rolex, Reference 6694 Oysterdate Precision Wrist Watch. 34 MM stainless steel oyster, Water proof Case. 17 Jewel Mechanical, manual wind Caliber 1225 Movement.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch, circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this Rolex 1680/0 Submariner Oyster Perpetual Circa 1977.
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch, circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this Rolex 1680/0 Submariner Oyster Perpetual Circa 1977.
Steel
Rolex Datejust Anniversary Dial 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies 6917, 1977
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W2356 Model: 6917 Serial: 509**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 1977 Case Diameter: 26 mm Case Size: 26mm Box and Papers: Box and Manuals Movement: Automatic Case: 18k...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Ref 1603 Custom Red Diamond Dial, Dated 1977
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: 43mm X 36mm CIRCA: 1977 MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 1570 / 26 Jewels...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Oyster Date Precision, Ref 6694, Circa 1977 'New Strap'
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
This is a lovely usable vintage Rolex, to which we have fitted a new leather strap
Rolex Stainless Steel Sea-Dweller Wristwatch with Date Ref 1665 circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Automatic movement with date, acrylic crystal. Stainless steel case, 40mm, with helium escape valve. Black dial with luminous markers. Stainless steel Oyster bracelet. Serial number ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner No Date, Ref 5513, Rare Watch, Wonderful Condition, Circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Rolex Submariner no date, reference 5513, is notable for its beautiful original coeval tritium matt dial, with original bezel which is faded to a "ghost" appearance. Featuring a ...
Rolex Vintage Stainless Steel GMT Master Wristwatch ref 1675, circa 1977
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: hours, minutes, sweep seconds, date, GMT function Case: 40mm stainless steel case, acrylic crystal, rotating Pepsi bezel Band: stainless steel bracelet ...
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1977 Rolex Datejust 36MM 16013 Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Unisex Metal Type: Stainless Steel and 18K Yellow Gold Diameter: 36.00 mm Weight: 62.38 grams Stainless steel and 18K yellow gold, ROLEX Swiss-made watch.
Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel, Gold, 18k Gold
1977 Rolex Datejust 36MM 1601 Blue Satin Dial Jubilee Stainless Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Unisex Metal Type: Stainless Steel Diameter: 36.00 mm Weight: 85.00 Grams One stainless steel, ROLEX Swiss made watch.
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Ref 5500 Steel cased Automatic watch with Bubble Back Style Dial
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1977 Rolex Reference 5500, 34 M.M. 3 Piece Stainless Steel Oyster Case with smooth bezel.
Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust, circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
This unique Rolex Datejust is fitted with a custom made dial done to Rolex of Switzerland's specifications.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Datejust with Jubilee Bracelet, circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Ref. 6284 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: 1977 / 1978 DIMENSIONS: 43mm X 36mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetu...
Rolex Air King with Custom Dial from 1977 or 1978
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
This watch also comes with its original solid link Oyster bracelet and a Rolex box is supplied as well. The watch was produced sometime around 1977 or 1978 so it might be just the ri...
Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King Perpetual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Air-King /Ref. 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: 40mm X 34mm CIRCA: 1977 / 78 MOVEMENT /...
Rolex Steel Air King with Rare Dial, circa 1977 or 1978
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Air King / 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: 1977 / 1978 DIMENSIONS: 39mm X 34mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpet...
Vintage Rolex Oyster Date Precision, Ref 6694, circa 1977 with 'New Strap'
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
This is a lovely usable vintage Rolex, to which we have fitted a new leather strap
1977 Vintage Ladies Rolex Date Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel White Dial
By Rolex
Located in Hicksville, NY
Vintage 1977 Ladies Rolex Date Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel, White Dial Fits up to 8 inch wrist, lots of extra links Classic Rolex Jubilee bracelet with some slouch.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Steel Date Wristwatch Ref 1505
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
1977 original Rolex 1505, 14k yellow gold and steel wristwatch.
Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Custom Dial Wristwatch Model 6718
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Ref. 6718, circa 1977. Plain bezel, Rolex Jubilee bracelet, after-market sapphire crystal.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Submariner Wristwatch Ref 1680 circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Submariner Wristwatch, Ref. 1680, circa 1977, with brown tropical dial.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust with Onyx Dial Ref 1601 c. 1977
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a mint Rolex 18kt Yellow Gold Datejust from 1977. This watch has a mint black onyx dial with gold gilt writing on it.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Double Red Sea-Dweller Wristwatch circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex Stainless Steel Double Red Sea-Dweller Wristwatch, circa 1977
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch Ref 1803 circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a great example of an 18k yellow gold Rolex Day-Date President wristwatch, Ref. 1803, circa 1977.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel and White Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 1601 circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex Datejust wristwatch in stainless steel with a white gold fluted bezel.
Stainless Steel, White Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Double Red Sea-Dweller Wristwatch Ref 1665 circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex stainless steel Double Red Sea-Dweller Submariner 2000 wristwatch, with manual in Italian, and French papers.
Stainless Steel
1977 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Stainless Steel 6716 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
This Rolex serial 421**** dates it’s production to circa 1974 with a sale date of 11th September 1977 on it’s accompanying original paperwork and guarantee.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Oysterquartz Wristwatch Ref 17000
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Finally, after years of development and testing, in 1977 Rolex released their first completely in-house quartz movement for the Datejust, the caliber 5035.
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Precision Reference 8940 Watch, 1977
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1977 Vintage Rolex Precision Reference 8940. 18k Rose Gold case. 35mm wide.
Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601 Watch, 1977
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1977 Vintage Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601 14k White Gold Fluted Bezel with Stainless Steel Case watch with Original Silver Dial with Applied White Gold Stick/Bar/Baton Markers. 36mm x 43...
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Date wristwatch, Ref. 1501, serial number 5.2 million, circa 1977. 34mm case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601 with Black Dial, 1977
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1977 Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601. 14K White Gold & Stainless Steel case. 36mm wide.
Vintage Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Two-Tone Watch, 1977
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1977 Vintage Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Ref. 6719 Two Tone 14k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel watch with Original Champagne Dial with Applied Gold Stick/Bar/Baton Markers with Or...
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Day-Date wristwatch, very early sapphire crystal model, serial number 5.3 million, circa 1977. 36mm diameter case with fluted bezel and sapphire crystal.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 1680 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Great looking vintage Rolex Submariner Wristwatch ref 1680 serial no 5.3 million circa 1977.
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Gold Datejust Midsize circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Datejust midsize ref # 6827. 31mm diameter case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal, serial# 5.0 million circa 1977 with custom colored antique bronze dial with gold a...
14k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1005 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 18K YG ref 1005 serial# 5.1 million circa 1977.
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Sea-Dweller "Great White" Wristwatch Ref 1665
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
In 1977, Rolex released what is known as the “Great White” Sea-Dweller Reference 1665.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Wristwatch circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Day Date President wristwatch, serial number 5.1 million, circa 1977. 36mm diameter case with fluted bezel, acrylic crystal, and custom colored Caribbean Blue d...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Ref 1500 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Man’s Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1500 serial # 5.2 million circa 1977.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch, circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Lady Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 6917 circa 1977.
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 1601 circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Datejust wristwatch, Ref 1601, serial 5.0, circa 1977. 36mm diameter case with smooth bezel and beautifully refinished antique bronze dial with applied indexes ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch Ref 5500 circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS Airking ref 5500 serial # 5.1 million circa 1977. 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 1680 circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch, Ref. 1680, serial number 5.0 million, circa 1977. 40mm diameter case with acrylic crystal and elapsed time bezel with nicely patinaed pea...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold GMT-Master Ref 16751 circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in Buffalo Grove, IL
Brand: Rolex Movement: Automatic Model: GMT-Master Model Number: 16751 Case Diameter: 39mm Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Black Crystal: Sapphire
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601 Watch with a Black Dial, 1977
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1977 Vintage Rolex Datejust Ref.1601 14k White Gold Fluted Bezel and Stainless Steel watch with Original Black Dial with Applied Steel Wide Boy Stick/Bar/Baton Markers with Original ...
Rolex Yellow Gold Black Dial Datejust Wristwatch Ref 1601, circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K yellow gold Datejust ref 1601 circa 1977.
18k Gold
ROLEX Yellow Gold GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 1675 circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold GMT-Master wristwatch, Ref. 1675, serial 5 million, circa 1977. 39mm diameter case with acrylic crystal and bidirectional rotating 24-hour bezel.
18k Gold
ROLEX Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 18038 circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Day-Date wristwatch, Ref 18038, serial 5.3 million, circa 1977, with beautiful and intense factory-original lapis dial. 36mm diameter case with fluted bezel, sa...
18k Gold
Vintage Rolex Datejust 14 Karat White Gold and Stainless Steel Watch, 1977
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1977 Vintage Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601 14k White Gold Fluted Bezel with Stainless Steel Case watch with Original Silver Dial with Applied White Gold Stick/Bar/Baton Markers with Black...
Chanel Slot Machine Casino Minaudière Clutch 2023
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This Casino Minaudière Evening Clutch Bag by Chanel is a highly sought-after and exclusive piece from the 2023 Cruise collection. - Circa 2023 - From the Chanel 2023 Cruise collectio...
$737Sale Price|50% Off
W 0.17 in D 0.16 in L 7.25 in
Gorgeous 7.53 Ct Emerald Classic Tennis Bracelet in 925 Silver Gift for Women
Located in New York, NY
This stunning bracelet features oval-cut emeralds in a beautiful vibrant green hue. With a total gemstone weight of approximately 7.53 Cts, the piece exudes natural elegance and uniq...
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$13,072
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in Dm 0.87 in
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Handmade Art Deco Platinum Ring 4.11 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond – I/VS2 GIA
Located in New York, NY
This elegant handmade Art Deco ring features a stunning 4.11-carat Old Mine cut diamond, ( Dating pre-1900’s) graded I color and VS2 clarity (GIA certified). The platinum setting, cr...
Diamond, Platinum
Thierry Mugler S/S 2001 Coral Silk Slip Dress with Raffia Fringe
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Paris, FR
Silk slip dress Thierry Mugler coral featuring bias-cut construction with asymmetrical raffia fringe detailing. Crafted from lightweight silk in vibrant coral shade with fitted silho...
Rolex Datejust Steel Custom Diamond Pink MOP Dial Ladies Automatic Watch 69174
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Custom Diamond Bezel and Pink Mother of Pearl dial.
Steel
Unworn Rolex Datejust 41 Blue Jubilee Reference# 126334, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 41 Ref. 126334-0026 – White Rolesor Elegance with Azzurro blue Dial The Rolex Datejust 41 Ref. 126334-0026 is a refined blend of timeless design and modern appeal, fe...
White Gold, Stainless Steel
2015, Lady's DateJust Rolex Watch #179173
By Rolex
Located in Troy, MI
Estate Rolex lady's Datejust style# 179173 in stainless steel & 18 karat yellow gold with champagne dial, diamond markers, fluted bezel & Jubilee bracelet. Excellent condition. All ...
Diamond
Hermès Birkin Picnic 25cm Havane Limited Edition Osier Wicker
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The Hermès Limited Edition Birkin 25cm “Picnic” in Havane Swift and Osier wicker with palladium hardware captures one of the maison’s most imaginative expressions of craftsmanship, w...
Chanel 1998 Dark Brown Crocodile Micro Kelly Handbag
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chanel Micro Kelly Bag – 1998 Series 5 Dark brown crocodile with gold-tone CC turnlock. A structured mini silhouette in glossy crocodile, finished with a top handle and classic CC c...
Rolex Vintage Submariner Single Red Matte Dial 1680 Steel Automatic Watch, 1970
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 1680 Year: 1970 Serial number: 29xxxxx Reference: C03865 Case: Show sign of wear with slight polish from previous; inner case back stamped 1680 IV.70 Di...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Pepsi 16750, Stainless Steel, 1982, Swiss Made
By Rolex
Located in Tucson, AZ
This rare Rolex GMT features its original iconic red and blue “Pepsi” bezel insert with a beautiful patina. Throughout the watch you will see a consistent patina with all original pa...
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
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Custom Red Diamond Dial, circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm x Diameter 3...
$56,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 36 Stone 7" Diamond Bracelet 3.11 ct Platinum & 18K
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Sixteen Stone Diamond Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum An icon of timeless elegance, this Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Collection bracelet exemplifies...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1943 Ring 6.5 ct natural Cornflow Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø US4.75/ 4gr
Located in SE
Ring for every day in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural light Cornflower Blue Sapphire of oval cut 12 mm x 10 mm x 5.12 mm / ca. 6.5 ct that demonstrates peculiar internal...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
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.