Vintage 1985 Rolex GMT-Master Two Tone Automatic Watch Ref 16753
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This 1985 Rolex GMT-Master reference 16753 is crafted in a combination of stainless steel and
Late 20th Century Wrist Watches
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1985 Rolex GMT-Master Two Tone Automatic Watch Ref 16753
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This 1985 Rolex GMT-Master reference 16753 is crafted in a combination of stainless steel and
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
1985 Rolex Lady-Datejust Wristwatch in 18k Yellow Gold Ref: 69068
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This 1985 Rolex Datejust is a luxurious ladies’ timepiece crafted from 18k yellow gold with a 26mm
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
1985 Rolex 26mm Presidential 18K Gold Watch with Champagne Dial and Fluted Bezel
By Rolex
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Year: 1985. Brand: Rolex. Model: DateJust. Series: President. Crystal: Sapphire. Gender: Women's
18k Gold
1985 Rolex Day-Date 36 18K YG 18038 Auto Champagne Diamond Dial 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
they became restricted to safe deposits and special occasions. This 1985 example takes that classic
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1985 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15038 18K YG Blue Dial 34 mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Date Year: 1985 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 34mm Bezel: 18K YG Fluted Bracelet: Leather Strap
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1985 Rolex Day-Date 36 18K YG 18038 Auto Black Diamond Dial 36mm 127g
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
convenience of a quickset date. While most gold Presidents from 1985 are found with champagne dials, this
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Mini Datejust 69178 26mm Champagne Stick Dial 18k YG 8.1m Serial 1985
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 2194 Brand Rolex Model Mini Datejust Reference 69178 Year 1995 Dial Champagne Stick Dial Case
Rolex GMT Ref 16753 Vintage Gold and Steel Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1985 Rolex GMT, Reference 16753, 40 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece Oyster Case with 14K 24 Hour
Gold, Steel
Unavailable
Rolex Datejust Quartz, Circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
This two-tone Rolex Datejust is rare due to its quartz movement. This watch is crafted from
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 0.52 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.58 in L 8 in
Rolex Submariner 16800 Vintage Mens Automatic Watch 1985 Papers
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 16800 Vintage Mens Automatic Watch 40mm 1985 Papers
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Datejust Gold White Dial Wristwatch, 31 mm Ref. 6827, circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in Rome, IT
Gold Rolex Oyster Date, white dial with applied Roman numerals, centre seconds and plastic glass
Gold
Rolex "Time To The Second" Quartz Desk Clock Ref 455 No 1227, Circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Seconds and Date Signed Rolex Quartz, Time to the Second, Ref. 455, No. 1227, Circa 1985 Quartz movement
Rolex Stainless and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jubilee Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Classic Timepiece...Stainless and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jubilee Rolex Wristwatch 1985, Serial No
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King Wristwatch Ref 5500 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King Wristwatch, Ref. 5500, with a caliber 1520 Self-Winding Movement
Stainless Steel
18 Karat Yellow Gold 1985 Rolex Datejust President with Original Wood Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1985 Rolex Datejust 26mm President with Original Wood Dial with
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1985 Rolex Datejust 36MM 16013 Champagne Jubilee 18K Yellow Gold & Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Unisex Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Diameter: 36.00 mm
Steel, Stainless Steel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 18K.t & Steel Datejust with Original Factory Diamond Dial from 1985
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 16013 METAL
1985 Rolex Men's 18K Yellow Gold President Watch Day Date 18048 w/Box
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1985 Rolex 18K Yellow Gold President Watch Model: 18048 Serial: 8824845 This luxury Rolex watch
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1985 Rolex 16800 Stainless Steel Submariner Open 6 & 9 T 25 Dial
By Rolex
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to offer this Vintage 1985 Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner 16800. This classic and
Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Two-Tone in 18K and Stainless Steel with Datejust, C. 1985
By Rolex
Located in Aspen, CO
Rolex, Model No. 69173. Stainless Steel and 18K Yellow Gold diamond hour markers with each
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16030, Blue Matt Denim Dial, 36mm Case, With Swing Tag, Year 1985
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Rolex Datejust, with stainless steel 36mm case, engine turned steel bezel and jubilee
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 16750 circa 1985 with Original Papers
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
. Stainless steel Oyster bracelet. Very collectible stainless steel GMT-Master, circa 1985. Pre-owned with box
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 1.20 Carat Custom Diamond Red Dial Men's 1985 Watch 16014
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
. Details: Model Number 16014 Brand Rolex Department Men Style Dress/Formal, Luxury Model Rolex Datejust
Vintage Rolex Submariner Tiffany " Spider " Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
1985. Just had a full service from Rolex. Warranty through Feb. 2028.
1980s Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone with Jubilee Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Hicksville, NY
Vintage Ladies Rolex Datejust from 1985 Two Tone with Jubilee Bracelet Champagne Stick Dial
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Submariner Tiffany " Spider " Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner Tiffany " Spider " Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 - Automatic winding
Rolex Datejust 17013 Steel 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Fluted Quartz Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
with a fold over clasp. This watch was produced in 1985. Details: Brand Rolex Series Datejust Model
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Gilt Dial GMT Master Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1985 Rolex GMT Master, Reference 16753 Wrist Watch, 38 MM Stainless Steel case with Yellow
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Gilt Dial GMT Master Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1985 Rolex GMT Master, Reference 16753 Wrist Watch, 38 MM Stainless Steel case with Yellow
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex 18Kt & Steel Datejust Quick Setting Calendar and an Original Dial 1985
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 16000 METAL / MATERIAL
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch Ref 18108 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch, Ref. 18108, with white dial, Roman numerals
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Dial, circa 1984 or 1985
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless
Rolex Ladies Two-Tone in 18K and Stainless Steel with Datejust, c. 1985
By Rolex
Located in Aspen, CO
Rolex, Model No. 69173. Stainless Steel and 18K Yellow Gold diamond hour markers with each
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16030 Blue Arabic Dial Stainless Steel 36mm
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16030 Serial: 8804*** Year: 1985 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material
Rolex Yellow Gold Caliber 3035 Automatic Wristwatch Ref 15505
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1985 Rolex Reference 15505 14K yellow Gold Shell Wrist Watch, 34 MM water proof case with
Gold Plate
Rolex Vintage 16030 Steel Datejust Watch with Buckley Style Dial Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1985 Rolex Reference 16030 Datejust Wrist Watch, 36 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster case
Steel
Rolex Datejust 16014 36mm Silver Dial 18k Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee Band Box
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16014 Serial: 881**** Year: 1985 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material
18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Thunderbird Turn O Graph DateJust Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
1985 Rolex Thunderbird Turn O Graph 18k yellow gold and steel with 18k and steel oyster bracelet
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Date Wristwatch Ref 15037 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex 14k yellow gold Date wristwatch with navy gilt dial with diamond markers, fluted bezel, rivet
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16013
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a Rolex Datejust reference 16013 from 1985 with an original black gilt dial, gold fluted
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
1985 Rolex Submariner Stainless Steel 16800 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
watch was released, Rolex still used matt dials and with flat hour indices. This 1985 gloss maxi dial
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Date Automatic Reference 15505 Watch, 1985
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1985 Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Ref. 15505 18k Yellow Gold Shell over Stainless
Rolex 18K YG Submariner Transitional Model circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K YG Submariner ref # 16808 40mm serial #8.7 million circa 1985. Original cobalt blue so
ROLEX Steel and White Gold Datejust circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 16014, 36mm diameter case with 18k white gold
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Gold Oyster Perpetual Date ref. 15037 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14K YG ref#15037, serial# 9.2 million circa 1985. 34mm diameter case
14k Gold
Vintage Rolex 40mm Explorer II Watch Stainless Steel from 1985
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Watch Reference 16550 From 1985 Stainless Steel 40mm Case
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual self winding wristwatch, circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref 1002, serial #8.8 million, circa 1985. Featuring 34mm diameter case
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Day-Date President wristwatch, Ref. 18038, serial 8.7 million, circa 1985. 36
ROLEX Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14k yellow gold, Ref. 15037, serial 9.2 million, circa 1985. 34mm
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16018 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 16018, serial number 9.0 million, circa 1985. 36mm
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies President Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Automatic Wristwatch circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exceptionally mint condition and stunning Rolex Lady President ref 69178 serial #8.4 million circa
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Rolex Ladies yellow gold President Malachite wristwatch Ref 69178 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exceptionally mint condition and stunning Rolex Lady President ref 69178 serial #8.4 million circa
Sold
W 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch with custom Peppermint Stick Dial circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual wristwatch, Ref. 5500, serial number 8.6 million, circa 1985
Stainless Steel
Rolex SS Daytona ref. 6265 c. 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS Daytona ref 6265 beautiful condition original example with very sharp unpolished case
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 18038 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K yellow gold Day-Date wristwatch, Ref. 18038, serial number 8.8 million. circa 1985. 36mm
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
ROLEX Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Ref 15037 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Date, Ref# 15037, serial 9.2 million, circa 1985. 34mm
14k Gold
Rolex Datejust with Blue Dial, Diamond Markers, and Jubilee Bracelet, circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
This two-tone Rolex Datejust is a classic 36mm size on a two-tone Jubilee bracelet. It features a
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Ref 1500 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1500 serial number 8.8 million circa 1985. Featuring 34mm diameter
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ladies 18 karat Rolex President with Diamond Dial, Bezel, and Lugs, Circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
. Circa 1985. This timepiece has been fully serviced by a Rolex Certified Watchmaker.
White Diamond, 18k Gold
ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch with Gold Bezel Ref 16014 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 16014, 36mm diameter case with 18k white gold
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Sold
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
Sold
W 1.42 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 1603 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel and 14k yellow gold Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 1603, serial number 8.9 million
14k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
ROLEX Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref. 16753 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel and yellow gold GMT-Master, Ref. 16753, serial 8.9 million, circa 1985
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex SS Submariner ref # 16800 serial # 8.6 million circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS Submariner ref # 16800 serial # 8.6 million circa 1985 with semi gloss black dial with WG
Stainless Steel
Rolex Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual Date ref #15505 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex gold shell Oyster Perpetual Date ref #15505 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel serial
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...
$136,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 7.06 Carat Fancy Yellow Heart-Shaped Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 7.06 Carat Fancy Yellow Heart-Shaped Diamond Necklace An extraordinary 7.06-carat GIA-certified Fancy Yellow Heart Modified Brilliant diamond (GIA 1226873686), of natu...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
1981 Rolex Datejust 31 President 6827 18K Yellow Gold Watch White Roman #24681
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1981 Rolex 18K Yellow Gold President Datejust 31 Watch Model: 6827 Serial: 6703098 This elegant Rolex midsize watch is set in solid 18K gold. 31mm case with fluted bezel White ro...
18k Gold
Rolex Ladies Extremely Rare Gold Tiger Eye Dial Bark President Watch 6927
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Ladies Extremely Rare Gold Tiger Eye Dial Bark President Watch 6927 - Automatic winding, 29 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Ladies President. 18k yellow gold with bark beze...
$3,642
H 0.25 in W 0.29 in L 0.63 in
Antique 5.50 Carat Sapphire and Diamond 9k White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of antique 5.50 carat sapphire and 0.14 carat diamond, 9 karat white gold drop earrings; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections. These fine and ...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall 1999/ 2000 Extremely sexy dress by John Galliano for Dior - a dress that transcends mere fabric to become an emblem of audacious elegance. This...
$25,300
H 1.42 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex President Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Black Dial Men Watch 18038
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. No original box and papers. Comes with a chonostore box. Free polishing upon request. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement...
Yellow Gold
1999 26mm Rolex Presidential 18K Gold with Champagne Dial and Fluted Bezel.
By Rolex
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
SN# U80**** Year: 1999. Brand: Rolex. Crystal: Sapphire. Gender: Women's. Bezel: Fluted Bezel. Dial Color: Champagne. Case Dimensions: 26mm. Condition: Mint Condition. Metal Type: 1...
18k Gold
Rolex Presidential 18kt Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 68278
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Presidential 18kt Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 68278 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible scratches or blem...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Rose Mexico Crocodile Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermès Birkin 25 in Rose Mexico crocodile is a striking fusion of rarity and elegance. Rendered in one of Hermès’ most coveted jewel-toned pinks, this bag offers...
Vintage 80s Bob Mackie Boutique Green Blue Fully Beaded Silk Evening Dress Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage 80's Bob Mackie Boutique Green Blue Fully Beaded Silk Evening Dress Gown Designer size 8 ( modern size will be smaller - pls. check measurements). Hand Beaded, Thousands Gree...
Hermes Birkin Verso 25 Magnolia / Capucine Bag Togo Leather Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin Verso 25 bag featured in striking Magnolia. This gorgeous pink colour is no longer produced - a collectors find. Absolutely fabulous with spicy Cap...
FORMS GRS Certified Fancy Sapphire Diamond Necklace Cuff Demi-Parure Suite
Located in New York, NY
This necklace and cuff bracelet demi-parure suite presented together are a striking juxtaposition of hyper-real and abstract with gems as vivacious and delicate as nature itself. FOR...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry C.Dunaigre Certified Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Bracelet
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This Contemporary Sapphire Diamond Riviere Bracelet, made by Spectra Fine Jewelry in the 21st century, circa 2018, is crafted in platinum and features 7 cushion-cut Ceylon sapphires,...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Hermès Birkin 25 Verso Epsom Rose d'Etè
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Birkin 25 verso limited edition features a epsom leather in rose d'ete` with rolled leather handles, a front flap with turn-lock closure, gold hardware, and interior zip and sli...
$25,900
W 0.35 in L 6.5 in
Cartier Byzantine Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Byzantine Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby & Emerald 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet — 1990s This exquisite 1990s Cartier Byzantine bangle bracelet is masterfully crafted in 18K ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow 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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The watch has transformed several times over, but it’s still undeniably a classic.
This is perhaps the least subtle version of the Submariner.
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This model was designed for lefties.
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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.