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1995 Rolex Watches

Rolex GMT-Master 40mm PEPSI Black Stainless Steel Watch Blue/Red 16700 Year 1995
Rolex GMT-Master 40mm PEPSI Black Stainless Steel Watch Blue/Red 16700 Year 1995

Rolex GMT-Master 40mm PEPSI Black Stainless Steel Watch Blue/Red 16700 Year 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Produced from 1988-1999, the Rolex GMT-Master ref. 16700 was the first steel GMT with sapphire crystal glass. Fitted to the correct '78360' all matte pre fliplock Oyster bracelet, an...

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1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Mini Datejust 26mm 69173 Anniversary Diamond Dial SS/YG 1995
Rolex Mini Datejust 26mm 69173 Anniversary Diamond Dial SS/YG 1995

Rolex Mini Datejust 26mm 69173 Anniversary Diamond Dial SS/YG 1995

By Rolex

Located in SYDNEY, AU

SKU 2110 Brand Rolex Model Datejust Reference 69173 Year 1995 Dial Anniversary Diamond Dial Case Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 26mm Length 16...

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1990s Wrist Watches

Vintage 1995 Rolex Cellini 5112 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Manual 32mm
Vintage 1995 Rolex Cellini 5112 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Manual 32mm

Vintage 1995 Rolex Cellini 5112 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Manual 32mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Other Side Of The Crown The Cellini line has always been Rolex's answer to the pure dress watch. Unburdened by the need for water resistance or rotating bezels, these watches ar...

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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Model features quick-set movement...

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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Day Date 36mm 18238 Champagne Stick Dial 18k YG W3 Serial 1995
Rolex Day Date 36mm 18238 Champagne Stick Dial 18k YG W3 Serial 1995

Rolex Day Date 36mm 18238 Champagne Stick Dial 18k YG W3 Serial 1995

By Rolex

Located in SYDNEY, AU

SKU 2211 Brand Rolex Model Day Date Reference 18238 Year 1995 Dial Champagne Dial Case 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 36mm Length 18cm Movement Automatic Weight 1...

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1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Diamond Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Diamond Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Diamond Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Model features quick-set movement...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Index Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Index Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Index Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Model features quick-set movement...

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1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Roman Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Roman Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Roman Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Model features quick-set movement...

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1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage 1995 Rolex Cellini 4112/8 18K Yellow Gold White Roman Dial Manual 32mm
Vintage 1995 Rolex Cellini 4112/8 18K Yellow Gold White Roman Dial Manual 32mm

Vintage 1995 Rolex Cellini 4112/8 18K Yellow Gold White Roman Dial Manual 32mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Other Side Of Rolex The Cellini line was Rolex's dedicated departure from the tool watches that built its empire.

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16234 White Roman Dial, Jubilee Circa 1995
Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16234 White Roman Dial, Jubilee Circa 1995

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16234 White Roman Dial, Jubilee Circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Model features quick-set movement...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16234 Black Roman Dial, Jubilee Circa 1995
Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16234 Black Roman Dial, Jubilee Circa 1995

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16234 Black Roman Dial, Jubilee Circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Model features quick-set movement...

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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36 Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee Band 16233 Circa 1995
Rolex Datejust 36 Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee Band 16233 Circa 1995

Rolex Datejust 36 Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee Band 16233 Circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Model features quick-set movement...

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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

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Rolex Midsize Oyster Perpetual Ref 67514, circa 1995
Rolex Midsize Oyster Perpetual Ref 67514, circa 1995

Rolex Midsize Oyster Perpetual Ref 67514, circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex midsize Oyster Perpetual ref 67514, circa 1995 featuring a 31mm diameter Oyster case with 18K white gold fluted bezel and sapphire crystal. With popular original blue dial wit...

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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1995 Rolex Gold Diamond Ladies Datejust Watch
1995 Rolex Gold Diamond Ladies Datejust Watch

1995 Rolex Gold Diamond Ladies Datejust Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The bautiful Rolex datejust watch is finely crafted in yellow gold with a diamond bezel.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Rolex Date 69174 Salmon Dial 1995 Fluted White Gold Steel Automatic Ladies Watch
Rolex Date 69174 Salmon Dial 1995 Fluted White Gold Steel Automatic Ladies Watch

Rolex Date 69174 Salmon Dial 1995 Fluted White Gold Steel Automatic Ladies Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

It is completed with a stainless steel band that opens and closes with a fold over clasp. The band of this watch has moderate slack. This watch was produced in 1995.

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1990s Wrist Watches

1995 Rolex Men's Two Tone No Date 14233 Watch Box/Papers Slate Dial #18684
1995 Rolex Men's Two Tone No Date 14233 Watch Box/Papers Slate Dial #18684

1995 Rolex Men's Two Tone No Date 14233 Watch Box/Papers Slate Dial #18684

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1995 Rolex Men's No Date Watch Model: 14233 Serial: W894807 This men's Rolex has an 18K yellow gold bezel and two tone band.

Category

1990s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel Unisex 15200, 1995
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel Unisex 15200, 1995

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel Unisex 15200, 1995

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W3848 Model Number: 15200 Serial Number: T44**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Gender: Unisex Age: 1995 Case Diameter: 34 mm Case Size: 34mm Box and Papers: Box & Manuals M...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1995 Rolex Date Model 15200 Stainless Steel 34mm Salmon Dial
1995 Rolex Date Model 15200 Stainless Steel 34mm Salmon Dial

1995 Rolex Date Model 15200 Stainless Steel 34mm Salmon Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

1995 Rolex Date Model 15200 Serial W84XXX, Stainless Steel 34mm Dial Salmon Dial Automatic Movement Made in Switzerland Stephanie Windsor guarantees the proper functioning of this...

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16610, 1995
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16610, 1995

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16610, 1995

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W4274 Model Number: 16610 Serial Number: W41**** Condition: 9 - Excellent Condition Age: 1995 Case Size: 40mm Box and Papers: Box Only Movement: Automatic Case: Stainless Stee...

Category

1990s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT-Master II Coke Stainless Steel Gents 16710, 1995
Rolex GMT-Master II Coke Stainless Steel Gents 16710, 1995

Rolex GMT-Master II Coke Stainless Steel Gents 16710, 1995

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W3786 Model: 16710 Serial: T74**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 1995 Case Diameter: 40 mm Case Size: 40mm Box and Papers: Box Only Movement: Automatic Case: Stainless...

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1990s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Pearlmaster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 69318, 1995
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Pearlmaster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 69318, 1995

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Pearlmaster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 69318, 1995

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W4207 Model Number: 69318 Serial Number: W04**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 1995 Case Diameter: 26 mm Case Size: 26mm Box and Papers: Box and Open Guarantee Moveme...

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1990s Venezuelan Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Daytona Wristwatch Ref 16523, circa 1995
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Daytona Wristwatch Ref 16523, circa 1995

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Daytona Wristwatch Ref 16523, circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in Cape May, NJ

Model: 16523 18k Yellow Gold & Steel Serial/Year: W -- Circa 1995 White Dial with Gold Sub Dials 40mm Sapphire Crystal Chronograph Comes with Original Box

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex White Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16234, 1995
Rolex White Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16234, 1995

Rolex White Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16234, 1995

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W4385 Model Number: 16234 Serial Number: W72**** Condition: 9 - Excellent Condition Age: 1995 Case Size: 36mm Box and Papers: Box Only Movement: Automatic Case: Stainless steel...

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1990s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1995 Rolex DateJust Model 68273 Stainless Steel 18K Yellow Gold Diamond
Vintage 1995 Rolex DateJust Model 68273 Stainless Steel 18K Yellow Gold Diamond

Vintage 1995 Rolex DateJust Model 68273 Stainless Steel 18K Yellow Gold Diamond

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Rolex DateJust Model 68273 Stainless Steel and 18K Yellow Gold, 31mm Blue Vignette Dial with Diamond Markers, Automatic Movement, Made in Switzerland c.1995 fits up to a 7" w...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master II Coke Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16710, 1995
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master II Coke Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16710, 1995

Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master II Coke Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16710, 1995

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W3786 Model Number: 16710 Serial Number: T74**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 1995 Case Diameter: 40 mm Case Size: 40mm Box And Papers: Box Only Movement: Automatic ...

Category

1990s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master II Coke Automatic wristwatch ref 16710, 1995
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master II Coke Automatic wristwatch ref 16710, 1995

Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master II Coke Automatic wristwatch ref 16710, 1995

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W4337 Model Number: 16710 Serial Number: T45**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age:1995 Case Diameter: 40 mm Case Size: 40mm Box and papers: Box Only Movement: Automatic C...

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1990s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master II Coke Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16710, 1995
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master II Coke Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16710, 1995

Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master II Coke Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16710, 1995

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W4337 Model Number: 16710 Serial Number: T45**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age:1995 Case Diameter: 40 mm Case Size: 40mm Box and papers: Box Only Movement: Automatic C...

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1990s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1995 Rolex Cellini 18k Gold Champagne Roman Dial 4112 All Original w/ Boxes
1995 Rolex Cellini 18k Gold Champagne Roman Dial 4112 All Original w/ Boxes

1995 Rolex Cellini 18k Gold Champagne Roman Dial 4112 All Original w/ Boxes

By Rolex

Located in Montclair, NJ

Here we have a gorgeous, 100% authentic, Rolex Cellini made from solid 18k yellow gold. This watch features an elegant 32mm case with smooth bezel and its original black crocodile st...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Rolex 1995 Pearlmaster Mother of Pearl Dial
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Rolex 1995 Pearlmaster Mother of Pearl Dial

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Rolex 1995 Pearlmaster Mother of Pearl Dial

By Rolex

Located in Birmingham, AL

Absolutely Gorgeous Ladies Rolex Pearlmaster Watch! This was made in 1995 and is in Excellent Condition!

Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1995 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Datejust Watch 69173 Tapestry Dial #22568
1995 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Datejust Watch 69173 Tapestry Dial #22568

1995 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Datejust Watch 69173 Tapestry Dial #22568

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1995 Rolex Ladies Datejust Watch Model: 69173 Serial: W233109 This classic ladies Rolex Datejust watch is set in stainless steel and 18K yellow gold 26 mm case Gold and silver ta...

Category

1990s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Mid-Size DateJust 31 6243, circa 1995, Diamond and MOP Dial, 18k YG and SS
Rolex Mid-Size DateJust 31 6243, circa 1995, Diamond and MOP Dial, 18k YG and SS

Rolex Mid-Size DateJust 31 6243, circa 1995, Diamond and MOP Dial, 18k YG and SS

By Rolex

Located in Carmel, IN

This ladies' Rolex watch came to store as a trade and does come with a box and owner's manual. This beautiful mid-size timepiece features a 31mm stainless steel case, and a custom di...

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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Ladies 18 Karat DateJust "President" with Original Lapis Dial 1995
Ladies 18 Karat DateJust "President" with Original Lapis Dial 1995

Ladies 18 Karat DateJust "President" with Original Lapis Dial 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Date Just "President" with original 26mm Lapis Dial Ref #69178 with a serial #W68**** Immaculate and Original Lapis Dial. 26mm c.1995

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust 31mm 68273 Champagne Stainless Steel/Yellow Gold Watch Circa 1995
Rolex Datejust 31mm 68273 Champagne Stainless Steel/Yellow Gold Watch Circa 1995

Rolex Datejust 31mm 68273 Champagne Stainless Steel/Yellow Gold Watch Circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Authenticity guaranteed! The watc...

Category

1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

1995 Rolex Air King 14000 34mm  Stainless Steel Men’s Watch
1995 Rolex Air King 14000 34mm  Stainless Steel Men’s Watch

1995 Rolex Air King 14000 34mm Stainless Steel Men’s Watch

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

Brand: Rolex Gender: Mens Metal Type: Stainless Steel Diameter: 34.00mm Bracelet Width: 18.6 mm Bracelet Length: 6.50 inches Weight: 92.50 grams Rolex Swiss made Stainless ste...

Category

1990s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1995 Rolex President Lady-date-just Lapis Dial 18k Gold Model 6978
1995 Rolex President Lady-date-just Lapis Dial 18k Gold Model 6978

1995 Rolex President Lady-date-just Lapis Dial 18k Gold Model 6978

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Additional Information: Maker: Rolex Model: 6978 Year: 1995 Material: 18k Yellow Gold Dial: Lapis Lazuli Case Measurement: 26mm Movement: Automatic Weight: 69.93g Size: 6.5 Condition...

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 16700 circa 1995
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 16700 circa 1995

Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 16700 circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in Firenze, IT

Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch, Ref. 16700, case No. W195159, Ref. 16700, circa 1995. Center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel wristwatch with date...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Daytona Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 16520 circa 1995

Rolex Stainless Steel Daytona Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 16520 circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Rolex stainless steel Cosmograph Daytona chronograph, Ref. 16520, has a black "Patrizzi" dial meaning it has "chocolate" aged registers, the collectible Zenith automatic movement, sa...

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Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II Reference 16570 Stainless Steel Watch, 1995
Rolex Explorer II Reference 16570 Stainless Steel Watch, 1995

Rolex Explorer II Reference 16570 Stainless Steel Watch, 1995

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1995 Rolex Explorer II Ref. 16570 Stainless Steel watch with Original Black Dial with White Luminous Framed Triangle, Bar, and Dot Markers with Original Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster ...

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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Certified 1995 Rolex Date 69240 Blue Dial
Certified 1995 Rolex Date 69240 Blue Dial

Certified 1995 Rolex Date 69240 Blue Dial

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Date Reference #:69240. . Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

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1995 Rolex Watches For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of 1995 rolex watches available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and Steel — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 640 vintage editions and 16 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 20th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of 1995 rolex watches bearing Contemporary or Modern hallmarks are very popular. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 35 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. There are many round cut and brilliant cut 1995 rolex watches for sale. Most of our 1995 rolex watches for sale are for men, but there are 219 pieces available to browse for women.

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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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