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Rolex Diamond Day Date with Green Pearl Dial Roman Numerals Watch
Rolex Diamond Day Date with Green Pearl Dial Roman Numerals Watch

Rolex Diamond Day Date with Green Pearl Dial Roman Numerals Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Diamond Day Date with Green Pearl Dial Roman Numerals 36mm Watch 18038

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Silver Datejust Steel SS Diamonds Bezel & Shoulders Oyster Watch 16014
Rolex Silver Datejust Steel SS Diamonds Bezel & Shoulders Oyster Watch 16014

Rolex Silver Datejust Steel SS Diamonds Bezel & Shoulders Oyster Watch 16014

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Silver 36mm Datejust Steel SS Diamonds Bezel & Shoulders Oyster Bracelet Watch 16014

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 31mm White Roman Two Tone Watch Circa 1997 Complete Oyster
Rolex Datejust 31mm White Roman Two Tone Watch Circa 1997 Complete Oyster

Rolex Datejust 31mm White Roman Two Tone Watch Circa 1997 Complete Oyster

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust Silver Index Dial Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust Silver Index Dial Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust Silver Index Dial Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust Silver Index Dial Stainless Steel Watch Diamond Bezel 16014

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel Ladies Watch 68274

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Jubilee SS Navy Blue Diamond Numbers & Bezel Automatic Watch
Rolex Datejust Jubilee SS Navy Blue Diamond Numbers & Bezel Automatic Watch

Rolex Datejust Jubilee SS Navy Blue Diamond Numbers & Bezel Automatic Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Navy Blue Jubilee with Diamond Numbers & Bezel Automatic Stainless Steel Watch

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

1996 Men's Rolex 36mm DateJust Two Tone 18K Gold/ Stainless Steel Watch (Unworn)
1996 Men's Rolex 36mm DateJust Two Tone 18K Gold/ Stainless Steel Watch (Unworn)

1996 Men's Rolex 36mm DateJust Two Tone 18K Gold/ Stainless Steel Watch (Unworn)

By Rolex

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Details: Men’s Rolex 36mm DateJust Two Tone 18K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Watch featuring a luxurious

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Diagono 18k Rose Gold Watch with Chocolate Face Limited Edition
Bvlgari Diagono 18k Rose Gold Watch with Chocolate Face Limited Edition

Bvlgari Diagono 18k Rose Gold Watch with Chocolate Face Limited Edition

By Bulgari

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Bvlgari watch beckons the rich Roman history. The Bvlgari watches perfectly combine the Italian design

Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

Delaneau 18 Karat Yellow Gold and 3.10 Carat Diamond Bracelet Watch
Delaneau 18 Karat Yellow Gold and 3.10 Carat Diamond Bracelet Watch

Delaneau 18 Karat Yellow Gold and 3.10 Carat Diamond Bracelet Watch

By Delaneau

Located in New York, NY

DeLaneau was founded by a woman in 1949 in Switzerland. They are one of the first watch companies

Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust Blue Roman Dial Diamond & Sapphire Bezel New Style Watch
Rolex Datejust Blue Roman Dial Diamond & Sapphire Bezel New Style Watch

Rolex Datejust Blue Roman Dial Diamond & Sapphire Bezel New Style Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

As a leading distributor of new and pre-owned watches, we ensure the authenticity and aesthetic

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm  18K Gold Steel Custom Turquoise Diamond Dial Watch 16233
Rolex Datejust 36mm  18K Gold Steel Custom Turquoise Diamond Dial Watch 16233

Rolex Datejust 36mm 18K Gold Steel Custom Turquoise Diamond Dial Watch 16233

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. Custom Diamond and bezel. This Beautiful Timepiece is Powered by Mechanical (Automatic) Movement And Features a round Stainless Steel case and Gold Jubilee Bracelet, Fixe...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 26mm Custom White MOP Diamond Dial 8+2, Diamond/Emerald Bezel. Two Tone Watch with

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Kansai Yamamoto 5 ATM Automatic, Water Resistant, 22 Jewels, Skeleton-Back Watch
Kansai Yamamoto 5 ATM Automatic, Water Resistant, 22 Jewels, Skeleton-Back Watch

Kansai Yamamoto 5 ATM Automatic, Water Resistant, 22 Jewels, Skeleton-Back Watch

By Kansai Yamamoto

Located in New York, NY

Kansai Yamamoto Homme's 5 ATM automatic, water resistant, 22 jewels, steel case, features a skeleton-back. The face's circumference measures 1 6/8 inches. Original case as well as in...

Category

1990s Japanese Wrist Watches

Rolex White Pearl Datejust SS Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Watch 69160
Rolex White Pearl Datejust SS Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Watch 69160

Rolex White Pearl Datejust SS Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Watch 69160

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex White Pearl 26mm Datejust SS Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Watch 69160 This watch is in like

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Boucheron 18K White Gold Watch Solis Chrono Automatic Model for Men
Boucheron 18K White Gold Watch Solis Chrono Automatic Model for Men

Boucheron 18K White Gold Watch Solis Chrono Automatic Model for Men

By Boucheron

Located in Paris, FR

BOUCHERON 18K white gold watch Solis Chrono automatic model for men. Skeleton watch with automatic

Category

1990s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Vintage Fluted Bezel with Diamond Lugs Watch
Rolex Datejust Two Tone Vintage Fluted Bezel with Diamond Lugs Watch

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Vintage Fluted Bezel with Diamond Lugs Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

16013. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible scratches

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Diamond Accent 69173. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Diamond Bezel White MOP Diamond Dial Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Diamond Bezel White MOP Diamond Dial Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Diamond Bezel White MOP Diamond Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This Rolex Datejust Diamond Watch is simply stunning and will get you noticed everywhere you go

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Silver Color Dial with Diamond Watch 69173
Rolex Datejust Two Tone Silver Color Dial with Diamond Watch 69173

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Silver Color Dial with Diamond Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible scratches or blemishes

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Dark Grey Diamond Dial with Diamond & Emerald Bezel Watch
Rolex Datejust Dark Grey Diamond Dial with Diamond & Emerald Bezel Watch

Rolex Datejust Dark Grey Diamond Dial with Diamond & Emerald Bezel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible scratches or blemishes

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch 69173 Arabic Champagne Dial
Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch 69173 Arabic Champagne Dial

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch 69173 Arabic Champagne Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch Arabic Champagne Dial 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust White Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust White Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust White Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex White Stick Dial 26mm Datejust Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Stainless Steel Watch 69160

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Silver Roman Dial with Emeralds & Diamond Bezel + Lugs Watch
Rolex Datejust Silver Roman Dial with Emeralds & Diamond Bezel + Lugs Watch

Rolex Datejust Silver Roman Dial with Emeralds & Diamond Bezel + Lugs Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust Silver Roman Dial with Emeralds & Diamond Bezel + Lugs SS Watch 68274

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch with Emeralds & Diamonds
Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch with Emeralds & Diamonds

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch with Emeralds & Diamonds

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch with Emeralds & Diamonds 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust Dark Grey Color Dial Jubilee Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust Dark Grey Color Dial Jubilee Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust Dark Grey Color Dial Jubilee Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust Dark Grey Color Dial with Diamond Accent Jubilee Watch 16013

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust SS with Diamond & Emerald Bezel & Diamond Lugs SS Watch
Rolex Datejust SS with Diamond & Emerald Bezel & Diamond Lugs SS Watch

Rolex Datejust SS with Diamond & Emerald Bezel & Diamond Lugs SS Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Blue Diamond Dial with Diamond & Emerald Bezel & Diamond Lugs SS Watch 16014.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Stainless Steel

Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil White Face
Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil White Face

Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil White Face

By Cartier

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Vendome Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil

Category

1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

DeLaneau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Multicolored Sapphires Bracelet Watch
DeLaneau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Multicolored Sapphires Bracelet Watch

DeLaneau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Multicolored Sapphires Bracelet Watch

By Delaneau

Located in New York, NY

DeLaneau was founded by a woman in 1949 in Switzerland. They are one of the first watch companies

Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Explorer II 40mm 16570 Black Dial Stainless Steel GMT Date Mens Watch
Rolex Explorer II 40mm 16570 Black Dial Stainless Steel GMT Date Mens Watch

Rolex Explorer II 40mm 16570 Black Dial Stainless Steel GMT Date Mens Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

The Rolex Explorer II 40mm 16570 Black Dial Stainless Steel GMT Date Men’s Watch is a timeless and

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Bulgari B.zero1 Stainless Steel Bangle Watch with Mother-of-Pearl Dial
Bvlgari Bulgari B.zero1 Stainless Steel Bangle Watch with Mother-of-Pearl Dial

Bvlgari Bulgari B.zero1 Stainless Steel Bangle Watch with Mother-of-Pearl Dial

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

A chic and elegant timepiece from Bulgari’s iconic B.zero1 collection, this bangle watch embodies

Category

1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel White Roman Numeral Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel White Roman Numeral Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel White Roman Numeral Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Ladies 26mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White Roman Numeral Dial 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex DateJust 36mm Black Dial 18K Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee Watch 16233
Rolex DateJust 36mm Black Dial 18K Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee Watch 16233

Rolex DateJust 36mm Black Dial 18K Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee Watch 16233

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

yellow gold, the watch showcases the iconic fluted bezel and is paired with the elegant Jubilee bracelet

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Custom Roman Numeral Watch 69173
Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Custom Roman Numeral Watch 69173

Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Custom Roman Numeral Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Vintage Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Custom Roman Numeral Dial 69173 This watch

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Metallic Pink Diamond Dial Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust Metallic Pink Diamond Dial Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust Metallic Pink Diamond Dial Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Metallic Pink Diamond Dial 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch 16013. This

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

DeLaneau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Blue Sapphire Bracelet Watch
DeLaneau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Blue Sapphire Bracelet Watch

DeLaneau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Blue Sapphire Bracelet Watch

By Delaneau

Located in New York, NY

DeLaneau was founded by a woman in 1949 in Switzerland. They are one of the first watch companies

Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Pearl White Roman Datejust Two Tone Diamonds + Ruby Bezel Watch
Rolex Pearl White Roman Datejust Two Tone Diamonds + Ruby Bezel Watch

Rolex Pearl White Roman Datejust Two Tone Diamonds + Ruby Bezel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Pearl White Roman 26mm Datejust Two Tone Diamonds + Ruby Bezel Watch 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Green Dial, Diamonds / Emeralds Bezel Two Tone Watch 16013
Rolex Datejust Green Dial, Diamonds / Emeralds Bezel Two Tone Watch 16013

Rolex Datejust Green Dial, Diamonds / Emeralds Bezel Two Tone Watch 16013

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Green Dial with Diamonds,Diamonds/Emeralds Bezel Two Tone Watch Jubilee Band

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch with Emeralds & Diamonds
Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch with Emeralds & Diamonds

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch with Emeralds & Diamonds

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch with Emeralds & Diamonds 68273

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Green Dial with Emeralds & Diamonds Two Tone Jubilee Watch
Rolex Datejust Green Dial with Emeralds & Diamonds Two Tone Jubilee Watch

Rolex Datejust Green Dial with Emeralds & Diamonds Two Tone Jubilee Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Green Dial with Emeralds & Diamonds Two Tone Watch Jubilee Band 16013

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust White Roman Numeral Dial Sapphire Diamond Bezel 16013 Watch
Rolex Datejust White Roman Numeral Dial Sapphire Diamond Bezel 16013 Watch

Rolex Datejust White Roman Numeral Dial Sapphire Diamond Bezel 16013 Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust White Roman Numeral Dial Sapphire + Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch 16013

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch Sapphires & Diamonds 69173
Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch Sapphires & Diamonds 69173

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch Sapphires & Diamonds 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch with Sapphires & Diamonds 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Champagne Roman Dial Emerald & Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch
Rolex Datejust Champagne Roman Dial Emerald & Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch

Rolex Datejust Champagne Roman Dial Emerald & Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Champagne Roman Dial with Emerald & Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch Jubilee Band

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage Must de Cartier 590005 Tank Watch. 925 Vermeil ARGENT Quartz Tank.
Vintage Must de Cartier 590005 Tank Watch. 925 Vermeil ARGENT Quartz Tank.

Vintage Must de Cartier 590005 Tank Watch. 925 Vermeil ARGENT Quartz Tank.

By Cartier

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). ref

Category

1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

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1999 Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 1999 watch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Stainless Steel, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 9366 vintage editions and 6 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 1999 watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a 1999 watch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Rolex, Cartier and Patek Philippe are consistently popular. Take a look at a 1999 watch featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and cabochon versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 1999 watch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 1999 Watch?

Prices for a 1999 watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $96 and can go as high as $610,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,639.

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