Vintage 1988 Rolex DateJust Model 69173 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Stainless Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Rolex Model: DateJust 69173 Year: 1988 Material: 18k Yelow Gold and Stainless Steel Dial
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Unisex Rolex Date Stainless Steel Watch Oyster White Roman Dial 15010 Circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unisex Rolex Date Stainless Steel Watch Oyster White Roman Dial 15010 Circa 1988. This watch has
Stainless Steel
1988 Rolex Day Date Rubellite Diamond Dial Ref. 18038
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Rubellite Rolex hasn’t left a stone unturned when it comes to the selection of materials they
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Daytona Automatic Chronograph, Ref. 16520, Full Set, 1988
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rolex Daytona, Ref. 16520, U serial, Full Set from 1998 with Service Papers from 2008 and 2020
Stainless Steel
$6,500
W 1.03 in L 1.03 in
Vintage 1988 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 67193 Two-Tone Automatic Champagne Dial 26mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
watches were actually worn. It works as an everyday vintage Rolex, a smaller wrist option, or a classic
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1988 Rolex DayDate Model 18078 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Stick Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Rolex Model: DayDate 18078 Year: 1988 Material: 18k Yellow Gold Dial: Black and Gold Stick
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Date with White Face on Black Strap, circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
This Rolex Date model has a simple design that is just as chic and modern today as it was in 1988
Stainless Steel
Rolex Day Date, Yellow Gold, Model Number 18238, Registered, 1988
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A highly collectable 36 mm blue dial Rolex Day Date in yellow gold.
Yellow Gold
Rolex Day Date, Yellow Gold, Model Number 18238, Registered, 1988
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A highly collectable 36 mm blue dial Rolex Day Date in yellow gold.
Yellow Gold
Rolex Day Date Yellow Gold, Model Number 18238, Registered 1988
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A highly collectable 36 mm blue dial Rolex Day Date in yellow gold.
Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 16234 Custom Bezel and Dial 1988 Diamond Automatic Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
the bezel has aftermarket diamonds. This watch was produced in 1988. This watch comes with original
1988 Rolex Day Date Lilac Stella Ref. 18238
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
most exclusive watch in the Rolex line up and most special dials are To round up the watch, the
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 31 68278, 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Ladies Watch, circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in Carmel, IN
This beautiful ladies Rolex watch was recently serviced and runs great! This DateJust 31 features
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust Steel Custom 1.20 Carat Diamond White MOP Dial 1988 Watch 16014
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Manufactured 1988 Dial Style 12-Hour Dial, Non-Numeric Hour Marks Case Size 36 mm Watch Shape Round Country
Rolex Diamond Day-Date 18138 with Rare Bezel Circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
1988, this watch will only grow more collectable and valuable over time.
18k Gold
Rolex Lady Datejust Wristwatch Ref 69178, 18K Yellow Gold, Champagne Dial, 1988
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
), Rolex Datejust booklet (1988), warranty papers (stamped and with serial sticker, CC160 (UK) but undated
1988 Rolex GMT II Stainless Steel and 18k Gold, "Rootbeer" Dial Model 16713
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex GMT II Stainless Steel and 18k Gold, "Rootbeer" Dial Model 16713 c.1988 40mm Dial Made In
18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Steel
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Unisex 68273, 1988
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4020 Model: 68273 Serial: R72**** Condition: 9 - Excellent Condition Age: 1st January 1988
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
1988 Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel White Roman Automatic Men's Watch 16234
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This 1988 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 16234 features a stainless-steel case paired with an
Stainless Steel
1988 Rolex Ladies 69173 Two Tone Watch Champagne Diamond Dial Jubilee Band
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1988 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Watch Model: 69173 Serial: R226206 26mm case Champagne dial with 10
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16234 Custom Bezel and Dial 1988 Diamond Automatic Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
, and the bezel has aftermarket diamonds. This watch was produced in 1988. This watch comes with
Rolex Datejust 16234 Custom Bezel and Dial 1988 Diamond Automatic Men’s Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
the bezel has aftermarket diamonds. This watch was produced in 1988. This watch comes with original
Vintage Rolex Submariner 5513 Black Dial Stainless Steel 1988 Unpolished
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 5513 Serial: R929*** Year: 1988 Model: Submariner Case Material
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Lady Datejust Silver Dial Diamond Indexes 69174, 1988
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Rolex Model: 69174 Year: 1988 Serial number: L7xxxxx Reference: C04625 Case: 26mm in
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Papers, Box, And Original Dial circa, 1988
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL
Stainless Steel
1988 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 68273 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
. ** SERVICE HISTORY * This watch has received a Rolex accredited service in line with our exacting standards
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16233, circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in Epsom, Surrey
This Rolex has undergone a thorough inspection and service to ensure all aspects of the watch are
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch 1988
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Airking ref 5500 L4 serial # circa 1988. Wonderful commemorative gift for
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Date Wristwatch Ref 15307 circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. The case measures approximately 34 mm in diameter. Circa 1988. This watch includes a one year
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch Ref 5500 circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Airking wristwatch, Ref 5500, serial number 1.5 million circa 1988. 34mm case
Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Stainless Steel Blue Dial Oyster Date, Circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
This timeless Ladies Rolex is completed with a stainless steel Oyster bracelet and smooth bezel
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Explorer wristwatch, Ref. 1016, R serial number, circa 1988, with hack
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual self winding Wristwatch, circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 18K YG ref 14208 circa 1988. Featuring 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex yellow gold Day Date Automatic Wristwatch ref 18038, circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exceptional condition example Rolex 18K YG Day Date ref 18038 serial # 9.3 million circa 1988
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 5513, circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
An amazing example late production plastic crystal ref 5513 no date Submariner model circa 1988
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 16570 circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Explorer II wristwatch, Ref. 16570, serial L5, circa 1988, white enamel dial
Stainless Steel
Rolex Midsize Datejust Tiffany & Co ref 68274 circa 1988 Box & Papers+
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex midsize Datejust ref 68274 and L3 serial # circa 1988 retailed by Tiffany & Co and complete
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Day Date President Ref# 18239 18 Karat White Gold, circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K White Gold Day Date President ref# 18239, L serial # circa 1988. Featuring a 36mm
White Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold GMT-Master II Wristwatch ref 16718 circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold GMT-Master II Wristwatch, ref 16718 serial number L2 circa 1988. 40mm Oyster
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Gold Lady President ref 69278 circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K gold lady President ref 69278 serial # 9.7 million circa 1988. 27mm diameter lady
18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Lady Datejust Onyx President Wristwatch Ref 69178 circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual President ref 69178 serial #L3 circa 1988. 27 x 33mm 18K yellow gold
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Gold Day Date President, ref 18238 circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex warrantee papers and hang tags. Serial # 9.8 million circa 1988. Excellent condition model that
18k Gold
Rolex Submariner Gold & Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch 16803
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
wire only at this price** Ref 16803. Circa 1988. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch. Certified preowned Sport
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Quartz Wristwatch Ref 17013
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
. Comes with Rolex service card. **Bank wire only at this price** Ref 17013. Circa 1988 Fine Pre-owned
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Day Date 36mm Yellow Gold 18038 Box Yes/ Papers No 1988
Located in Miami, FL
Metal: 18kt Yellow Gold Condition: Pre-Owned Reference Number: 18038 Year: 1988 Model: Day Date
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16233 1988
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16233 1988. This watch comes with a
18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Charcoal 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 ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-Owned Rolex 36mm Stainless Steel Datejust Featuring A Black Stick Dial & Polished Bezel On Oyster Bracelet. Model 16200, K Serial Number circa 2000. Polished and Serviced August ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Black Dial, circa 1970s
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: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm x...
Stainless Steel
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 ...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Large Stainless Steel Watch with Custom Diamonds WSSA0018
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Large Stainless Steel Watch with Custom Diamonds Pave Blue Roman Numeral Dial WSSA0018 Mechanical movement with automatic winding, caliber 1847 MC. Steel case, 7-sid...
Stainless Steel
$3,896
H 1.23 in Dm 1.03 in
1981 Ladies Stainless Steel Rolex Datejust 26mm Oyster Bracelet Watch Ref. 6718
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous unisex Rolex Datejust is from 1981 and reference 6718. The automatic self-winding movement runs smoothly and keeps accurate time. The watch remains in excellent overall...
Stainless Steel
An Iconic 1980s Gucci Vintage Monogram Canvas Travel Bag
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This vintage Gucci travel bag from the 1980s embodies the brand’s timeless elegance and attention to detail. Crafted from Gucci’s signature GG monogram canvas in beige and brown, it ...
Cartier Tank-S 18K White Gold Pave Case & Buckle Box & Papares
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank S 18K white gold watch features an exquisite S-shaped case, elegantly adorned with diamonds that sparkle along its surface, enhancing its luxurious appeal. Equipped with...
18k Gold
Cartier Tortue Watch with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds and a navy blue leather alligator strap. Signed by Cartier 28mm face Model #2644
Diamond, 18k Gold
Hermes Birkin 30 Beton Gold Hardware Off White Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Birkin 30 Beton Gold Hardware Off White Bag Brand New in Box. Store Fresh. Pristine Condition (with plastic on hardware) Perfect gift! Comes in full set with clochette, lock...
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 Yellow 2022 Bart Simpson New box papers
By Rolex
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
ROLEX Oyster Perpetual 36 Spetial Edition 'Bart Simpson' Ref. 12600. Wrist watch. Stainless steel. Automatic-movement Mint condition, unworn. Box and papers enclosed, bought 12/20...
Steel
GIA Certified 33.00ct Pear Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in Victoria,, AU
The Pear Diamond Tennis Necklace is a testament to extraordinary craftsmanship, designed for those who seek the pinnacle of luxury. Meticulously crafted in 18k white gold, this maste...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Santos Custom Diamond Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Watch WSSA0018
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos De Cartier WSSA0018 Custom Diamond Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Watch Pave Black Roman Numeral Dial. Mechanical movement with automatic winding, caliber 1847 MC. ...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos De Cartier Custom Diamond Stainless Steel/ Yellow Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos De Cartier Custom Diamond Stainless Steel/ Yellow Gold Watch Pave Black Roman Numeral Dial WSSA0018 Mechanical movement with automatic winding, caliber 1847 MC. Steel...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Gold Top Tropical Series Steel Back Early Ladies Perpetual from 1947
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Ladies Bubble Back / Tropical Series METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Top with Steel Back CIRCA / YEAR: 1947 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Lengt...
$19,610
H 1.23 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.23 in
Rolex Datejust 31MM 18K Rose Gold Steel Jubilee Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 178271
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned excellent condition. Comes with a box and papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Model Number: 178271 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: L...
Rose Gold, 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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