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Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Blue Dial Steel 1977 Leather Strap Watch
Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Blue Dial Steel 1977 Leather Strap Watch

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Blue Dial Steel 1977 Leather Strap Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Manual wind, 34mm, circa 1977, condition 8.5/10. Product Specifications: Item Type: Vintage Mens Manual Wind Dress Watch Brand: Rolex Model: Oysterdate Precision Reference: 6694 Cas...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 1601 Mosaic Blue JDM 5.1m Serial 1977 Box and Papers
Rolex Datejust 1601 Mosaic Blue JDM 5.1m Serial 1977 Box and Papers

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...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Ref 1603 Custom Red Diamond Dial, Dated 1977
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Ref 1603 Custom Red Diamond Dial, Dated 1977

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...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601, 1977
Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601, 1977

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...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex Thunderbird Datejust Two-Tone Watch, 1977
Vintage Rolex Thunderbird Datejust Two-Tone Watch, 1977

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...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Date Calibre 1570 Wristwatch Ref 1503, 1977
Rolex Yellow Gold Date Calibre 1570 Wristwatch Ref 1503, 1977

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Calibre 1520 Wristwatch Ref 5500, circa 1977
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Calibre 1520 Wristwatch Ref 5500, circa 1977

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Full Set Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1680
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Full Set Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1680

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:...

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Antique 1770s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage 1977 Rolex GMT-Master 1675 Stainless Steel Black Dial "Pepsi" Auto 40mm
Vintage 1977 Rolex GMT-Master 1675 Stainless Steel Black Dial "Pepsi" Auto 40mm

Vintage 1977 Rolex GMT-Master 1675 Stainless Steel Black Dial "Pepsi" Auto 40mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Pan Am Original The GMT-Master is one of the most recognizable watches ever made, a direct result of its functional origin story with Pan American Airways. The reference 1675 de...

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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 1970s Oyster Date Steel Mechanical Wristwatch
Rolex 1970s Oyster Date Steel Mechanical Wristwatch

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Custom Dial Wristwatch
Rolex Stainless Steel Custom Dial Wristwatch

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex GMT-Master Ref 1675 Pepsi Watch, Stainless Steel, 1977
Vintage Rolex GMT-Master Ref 1675 Pepsi Watch, Stainless Steel, 1977

Vintage Rolex GMT-Master Ref 1675 Pepsi Watch, Stainless Steel, 1977

By Rolex

Located in South Pasadena, CA

In wonderful condition Vintage Authentic Rolex Pepsi, GMT_Master Ref 1675 Pepsi with Jubilee stainless steel bracelet circa 1977.

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Vintage 1970s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Anniversary Dial 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies 6917, 1977
Rolex Datejust Anniversary Dial 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies 6917, 1977

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...

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Ref 1603 Custom Red Diamond Dial, Dated 1977
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Ref 1603 Custom Red Diamond Dial, Dated 1977

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...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date, Ref 1680, 40mm Case, Dial & Hands Coeval Patina, 1977/78
Rolex Submariner Date, Ref 1680, 40mm Case, Dial & Hands Coeval Patina, 1977/78

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...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Sea-Dweller Wristwatch with Date Ref 1665 circa 1977
Rolex Stainless Steel Sea-Dweller Wristwatch with Date Ref 1665 circa 1977

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 ...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner No Date, Ref 5513, Rare Watch, Wonderful Condition, Circa 1977
Rolex Submariner No Date, Ref 5513, Rare Watch, Wonderful Condition, Circa 1977

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 ...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Vintage 1979 Rolex DateJust Model 16018 18 Karat Blue Vignette Dial on Strap
Vintage 1979 Rolex DateJust Model 16018 18 Karat Blue Vignette Dial on Strap

Vintage 1979 Rolex DateJust Model 16018 18 Karat Blue Vignette Dial on Strap

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

In 1977, Rolex rebuilt the engine. The new five‑digit Datejusts, including the ref. 16018, arrived with the calibre 3035, the first Datejust movement to operate at 28,800 vibrations ...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Date 6916, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Date 6916, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Date 6916, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Auto w/ date & sweep seconds. 26 mm case size. Ref 6916. Circa 1977. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch. Certified preowned Classic Rolex Date 6916 watch is made out of Stainless steel on a ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Vintage Stainless Steel GMT Master Wristwatch ref 1675, circa 1977
Rolex Vintage Stainless Steel GMT Master Wristwatch ref 1675, circa 1977

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 ...

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Stainless Steel Gold Dail Automatic Watch
Rolex Datejust 6917 Stainless Steel Gold Dail Automatic Watch

Rolex Datejust 6917 Stainless Steel Gold Dail Automatic Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Auto w/ sweep seconds and date. Ref 6917. Circa 1977. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch. Certified preowned Dress Rolex Datejust 6917 watch is made out of Stainless steel on a Gold & Steel ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Vintage 1977 Rolex Datejust 36MM 16013 Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Watch
Vintage 1977 Rolex Datejust 36MM 16013 Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Watch

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.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel, Gold, 18k Gold

1977 Rolex Datejust 36MM 1601 Blue Satin Dial Jubilee Stainless Steel Watch
1977 Rolex Datejust 36MM 1601 Blue Satin Dial Jubilee Stainless Steel Watch

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.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust, circa 1977
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust, circa 1977

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.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Datejust with Jubilee Bracelet, circa 1977
Rolex Steel Datejust with Jubilee Bracelet, circa 1977

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...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Air King with Custom Dial from 1977 or 1978
Rolex Air King with Custom Dial from 1977 or 1978

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...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King Perpetual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1977
Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King Perpetual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1977

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 /...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Air King with Rare Dial, circa 1977 or 1978
Rolex Steel Air King with Rare Dial, circa 1977 or 1978

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...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

1977 Vintage Ladies Rolex Date Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel White Dial
1977 Vintage Ladies Rolex Date Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel White Dial

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.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Steel Date Wristwatch Ref 1505
Rolex Yellow Gold Steel Date Wristwatch Ref 1505

Rolex Yellow Gold Steel Date Wristwatch Ref 1505

By Rolex

Located in Stamford, CT

1977 original Rolex 1505, 14k yellow gold and steel wristwatch.

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Submariner Wristwatch Ref 1680 circa 1977
Rolex Yellow Gold Submariner Wristwatch Ref 1680 circa 1977

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.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust with Onyx Dial Ref 1601 c. 1977
Rolex Datejust with Onyx Dial Ref 1601 c. 1977

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.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch Ref 1803 circa 1977
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch Ref 1803 circa 1977

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.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Double Red Sea-Dweller Wristwatch Ref 1665 circa 1977
Rolex Stainless Steel Double Red Sea-Dweller Wristwatch Ref 1665 circa 1977

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.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1977 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Stainless Steel 6716 Wristwatch
1977 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Stainless Steel 6716 Wristwatch

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.

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Vintage 1970s Hong Kong Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Date Oysterquartz Wristwatch Ref 17000
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Oysterquartz Wristwatch Ref 17000

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.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Precision Reference 8940 Watch, 1977
Vintage Rolex Precision Reference 8940 Watch, 1977

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.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601 Watch, 1977
Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601 Watch, 1977

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...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch circa 1977
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch circa 1977

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.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601 with Black Dial, 1977
Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601 with Black Dial, 1977

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.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Two-Tone Watch, 1977
Vintage Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Two-Tone Watch, 1977

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...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President circa 1977
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President circa 1977

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.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 1680 1977
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 1680 1977

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.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX Gold Datejust Midsize  circa 1977
ROLEX Gold Datejust Midsize  circa 1977

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...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Wristwatch circa 1977
Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Wristwatch circa 1977

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...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Ref 1500 1977
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Ref 1500 1977

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.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 1601 circa 1977

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 ...

Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch Ref 5500 circa 1977
Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch Ref 5500 circa 1977

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.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 1680 circa 1977
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 1680 circa 1977

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...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold GMT-Master Ref 16751 circa 1977
Rolex Yellow Gold GMT-Master Ref 16751 circa 1977

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

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Sea-Dweller "Great White" Wristwatch Ref 1665
Rolex Stainless Steel Sea-Dweller "Great White" Wristwatch Ref 1665

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.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601 Watch with a Black Dial, 1977
Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601 Watch with a Black Dial, 1977

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 ...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm "Lug Tip to ...

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Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Silvered Dial and Gilt Markers
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Silvered Dial and Gilt Markers

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...

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Rolex Two-Tone Datejust with Custom Made Blue Dial and Diamond Markers 1960's
Rolex Two-Tone Datejust with Custom Made Blue Dial and Diamond Markers 1960's

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By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Two-tone CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm X Diameter 36mm MOVE...

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Rolex Datejust White Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust White Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Stainless Steel Watch

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Rolex 26mm Datejust White Dial Diamond & Custom Set Ruby/Diamond Bezel, Diamonds lugs Stainless Steel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable c...

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Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dark Blue Sunburst Dial, 1970s
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dark Blue Sunburst Dial, 1970s

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dark Blue Sunburst Dial, 1970s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Date / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter ...

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Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Original Dial with Gilt Markers 1970s
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Original Dial with Gilt Markers 1970s

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Original Dial with Gilt Markers 1970s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 / 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm x Diame...

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Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual with Custom Red Dial circa 1970's

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual with Custom Red Dial circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm "Lug T...

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Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Exceptional Custom Blue Dial, 1960's

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Exceptional Custom Blue Dial, 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44...

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Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Steel Blue Dial circa, 1970's
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Steel Blue Dial circa, 1970's

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Steel Blue Dial circa, 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Early 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length ...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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1977 Rolex For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 1977 rolex you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Stainless Steel, Gold and Yellow Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect 1977 rolex among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 1977 rolex, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and women.

How Much is a 1977 Rolex?

The price for a 1977 rolex starts at $1,900 and tops out at $22,000 with these watches, on average, selling for $5,350.

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, 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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