1989 Rolex Daytona Zenith 16523 Two-Tone Automatic White Dial 40mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Dawn Of The Zenith Era The reference 16523 represents the hinge point where the Daytona
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1989 Rolex Daytona Zenith 16523 Two-Tone Automatic White Dial 40mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Dawn Of The Zenith Era The reference 16523 represents the hinge point where the Daytona
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Daytona with Zenith movement, ref 16523, rare mark 2 dial, B&P's, 1989.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our very rare Rolex Daytona with Zenith movement, reference 16523, features a 40mm stainless steel
Rolex Daytona Cosmograph Paul Newman 6265 Big Red Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Daytona Cosmograph Paul Newman 6265 Big Red men's Watch. 37mm stainless steel case and bezel
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Daytona Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16523
By Rolex
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Daytona Cosmograph Ref. 16523 CASE screwed case, steel/gold, sapphire crystal, screw-down crown
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Cosmography Daytona Wristwatch Ref 16523
By Rolex
Located in Westlake Village, CA
If you are wondering why I bought a steel and gold, relatively modern Daytona, I can’t blame you
Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Big Red Daytona Chronograph Wristwatch circa 1980
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Stainless steel Rolex Big Red Daytona, circa 1980. This is a great example in the evolution of the
1980's ref# 6265 18K Yellow Gold Daytona by Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
18K Yellow Gold Watch by Rolex - circa 1980
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel “L” Series Zenith Daytona Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This is an important and rather rare Zenith Daytona for the collector who has everything but… This
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Big Red Cosmograph Daytona Steel Silver Dial 6265 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rare Stainless Steel Oyster Cosmograph Daytona "Big Red" Vintage Gents Wristwatch, silver dial
Stainless Steel
ROLEX "Drop Down Cosmo" Dial Yellow Gold Zenith Daytona
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
18K Yellow Gold Daytona by Rolex with Zenith movement: Rare model noted "Drop Down Cosmo
18k Gold
Rolex stainless steel Big Red Cosmograph Daytona Ref 6263 circa 1980s
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
diameter. Silvered dial with black sub dials and Daytona in red letters. Stainless steel Oyster bracelet
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Big Red Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6263
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
diameter. Black dial with silvered sub dials and Daytona in red letters. Stainless steel Oyster bracelet
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel “Big Red” Dial Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6263
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A fantastic example of this coveted model, offered in mint original vintage condition. Note the original pushers, gorgeous dial with all luminous intact and original (#78350) Oyster ...
Stainless Steel
Pre-Owned Early “L Series” Rolex “Zenith” Daytona Ref. #16523
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Noted for its unpolished case, distinctive patina and uncommon-for-the-model black “inverted 6” dial, this is a handsome example of this prized model. It has been guarded in mint ori...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Diamond & Porcelain Dial 18K Yellow Gold Zenith Daytona
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
18K Yellow Gold & Diamond Porcelain Dial Zenith Daytona
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6265
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an extremely rare “R” series Rolex Daytona reference 6265 with the original box and papers
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch Ref 16528
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an extremely rare “R” series Rolex Daytona reference 6265 with the original box and papers
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6263 circa 1980s
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a great example of the stainless steel Rolex Daytona Ref. 6263. This watch has the most
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6265 circa 1987
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a mint and rare example of the rolex Daytona reference 6265 from 1987. What makes this
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Daytona Wristwatch with Porcelain Dial Ref 16520
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is one of the very first Rolex Daytonas with Zenith El Primero automatic movement from 1987
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Floating Cosmograph Daytona Ref 16528 c.1987
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a beautiful Rolex Cosmograph Daytona in yellow gold with gold bezel, black "floating
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Daytona ref. 6263 Box & Papers circa 1980
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS Daytona ref # 6263 serial #6.39 million. Rolex warrantee papers show the watch was
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Daytona "Big Red" Wristwatch Ref 6263 1980
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand Name: Rolex Style Number: 6263 Also Called: Big Red Series: Daytona Gender: Men's Case
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6263
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This is a beautiful example of the "Big Red" Rolex Daytona, ref. 6263. The watch is all original
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Man's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Southampton, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona 18K gold man's wrist watch and deployment buckle
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6265
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The Rolex Daytona is one of the most iconic watches ever produced, and certainly among the most
Stainless Steel
1981 Rolex Daytona Stainless Steel 6263 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
detailed in the condition report. Nicknamed “Big Red” after the large Daytona writing above the lower hour
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Daytona "Big Red" Cosmograph Wristwatch Ref 6263
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This silvered dial Rolex "Big Red" Daytona ref. 6263 is a fantastic example of sharp looking
Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona 16528, Gold Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Daytona Reference #: 16528. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Yellow Gold Gold 40 MM. Verified
Rolex Stainless Steel Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6263
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel Cosmograph Daytona ref 6263 serial # 6.6 million circa 1981. Exceptional
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6265
By Rolex
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Rolex Daytona Cosmograph Ref. 6265 Case - Stainless steel, screw back, acrylic glass, screw
Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona Floating Cosmograph Stainless Steel 16520 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W5859 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Daytona Model Ref: 16520 Age: Circa 1989 Gender: Mens
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6263
By Rolex
Located in Boston, MA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Cosmograph Daytona wristwatch, manual-wind movement, 36mm. Ref. 6263, mint
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Daytona Big Red Cosmograph Stainless Steel 6263 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W6021 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Daytona Model Ref: 6263 Age: Circa 1985 Gender: Mens Complete
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Big Red Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6265 circa 1980
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Daytona wristwatch, Ref. 6265, serial number 6.3 million, circa 1980. 36.5 mm
Stainless Steel
Sold
W 1.42 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Superlative Chronometer Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6263
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Oyster Superlative Chronometer Daytona Wristwatch, ref 6263 serial #8.8
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Daytona 0 6265 Men Stainless Steel Big Red' Watch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Xupes Reference: COM002873 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Daytona Model Variant: 0 Model Number: 6265
Steel, Stainless Steel
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W 1.42 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Stainless Steel Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6265 "Big Red" Model circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Daytona wristwatch, Ref. 6265, serial number 8 million, circa 1985. So-called
Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona 16520 in Stainless Steel with a White dial 40mm Automatic watch
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex Daytona in stainless steel. Automatic Zenith movement w/ subseconds and chronograph. 40 mm
Stainless Steel, Steel
Rolex Daytona Zenith Inverted 6 Floating Cosmograph 200 Bezel Yellow Gold 16528
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Ref: W6544 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Daytona Model Ref: 16528 Age: Gender: Mens Complete With
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Daytona Chronograph 200 Bezel Zenith Inverted 6 Steel and Gold 16523
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Ref: COM2335 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Daytona Model Ref: 16523 Age: Wed Nov 01 1989 00:00:00 GMT
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex SS Daytona ref 6265 serial # 8.7 million circa 1986
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS Daytona ref 6265 serial # 8.7 million calibre 727 Original silver satin dial with big RED
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel "Big Red" Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6265
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel "Big Red" Daytona ref 6265 serial #6.2 million circa 1982. Exceptional
Stainless Steel
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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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.
These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.