Rolex Oyster 1005 Champagne Dial Gold Vintage Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Unisex Watch Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Size: 34mm case Crystal: Acrylic Bracelet: Jubilee (vintage Rolex) Movement: Automatic Reference: 1005 Case Diameter: 34mm Bra...
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 1601 Serpico y Laino Dial Circa 1962
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Protected by an acrylic crystal and powered by the renowned automatic Rolex Caliber 1570 movement, this Datejust represents a unique combination of Rolex craftsmanship and important ...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex 6305 RED Datejust Rare TROPICAL DIAL Stainless Steel 36mm
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 6305 Vintage Rolex Serial: 572** Year: 1960 Model: Rolex Datejust ("Red" Datejust) Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: S...
Stainless Steel
$6,080Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision Mens Vintage 1950s 34mm Manual Wind RA781
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.710 hand-wind mechanical movement, clean...
Stainless Steel
$5,440Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision Mens Vintage 1950s 34mm Manual Wind RA781
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.710 hand-wind mechanical movement, clean...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Ref 6615 Oyster Perpetual 18k Solid Gold Ladies 1960s Automatic RA784
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. 18k solid gold Rolex zephyr bezel on solid 18k gold case measuring 25mm, case in pristine vintage condition.
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Cellini 3607 – 18ct White Gold 30 x 26mm Original Strap & Buckle 1960
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Key Details • Model: Rolex Cellini • Reference: 3607 • Year: 1960s • Case Size: 30mm x 26mm • Case Material: 18ct white gold • Dial: Silver • Hour Markers: Silver baton markers • Han...
White Gold
Vintage Rolex Datejust 1601 14K Yellow Gold Pie Pan Dial Jubilee Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A 1969 vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust ref. 1601 in 14K yellow gold pre-quickset desirable pie-pan champagne dial with gold baton hour markers, fluted yellow gold bezel, date...
Gold
Rolex Oyster Ref 6580 Mens 34mm 1950s 14k Gold SS Vintage Automatic RA786
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex gold crown. 14k solid gold bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, personal engraving on caseback, lightly engraved, case in excellent condition...
Stainless Steel, 14k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6580 14k Gold SS 1950s Mens Vintage Automatic RA786B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex gold crown. 14k solid gold bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, personal engraving on caseback, lightly engraved, case in excellent condition...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Precision Ref.2636 Ladies 18K White Gold Mesh Bracelet Watch B/P
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic timepiece features a beautiful silver sunburst dial with applied baton hour markers, acrylic crystal, and is powered by the reliable Rolex Caliber 1400 manual-wind movem...
White Gold
$4,480Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Ref 6480 All Original Mens 34mm 1950s Manual Wind Vintage RA416S
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Stainless steel case measuring 34mm, in excellent condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1210 hand-wind mechanical movement, in excellent running cond...
Stainless Steel
$7,904Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex 5015 Oyster Perpetual 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. 14k solid gold Rolex engine turned bezel on stainless steel case measuring 32mm, case in excellent vintage condition.
Gold, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel
$4,784Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1225 hand-wind mechanical movement, in e...
Stainless Steel
$4,464Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1225 hand-wind mechanical movement, in e...
Stainless Steel
$5,512Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6022 Mens 1950s Manual Hand Wind All Original RA676
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal 710 hand-wind mechanical movement, clean...
Stainless Steel
$7,920Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5015 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. 14k solid gold Rolex engine turned bezel on stainless steel case measuring 32mm, case in excellent vintage condition.
Gold, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex For Tiffany & Co. Oyster Perpetual 6718 24mm Steel Watch
By Rolex for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Folding Oysterclasp maintains secure closure. Acrylic crystal typical of vintage Rolex models.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Date Precision Stainless Steel Men's Wristwatch Ref 6066
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Length: 36.20mm Width: 30.26mm Band width at case: 17mm Case thickness: 11.89mm Band: Riveted stainless-steel oyster Crystal: acrylic Dial: Original Rolex red date just wheel.
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Master 18k YG Black Dial Rare Vintage circa 1981 Model
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Although the steel counterpart of the 16758 was fitted with an acrylic crystal, Rolex opted for modern scratch-resistant sapphire for the crystal of the yellow gold version.
Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Rolex Datejust 1601 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Automatic self-wind 3035 chronometer movement with a 42-hour power reserve. Acrylic crystal glass. Comes with Rolex service papers.
Rolex 36mm Datejust 1601 Two Tone Roman on Brown Leather
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
Brand - Rolex Model - 1601 Datejust Case Size - 36mm Metals - Steel/Yellow Gold Dial - Two-tone Roman Numeral Bezel - Rolex gold Fluted Crystal - New Acrylic Movement - Rolex Cal....
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King Oyster Perpetual Vintage Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Air-King Stainless Steel Watch Factory Silver T Swiss T Dial with Applied Hour Markers Stainless Steel Smooth Bezel Stainless Steel Case 34mm i...
Stainless Steel
Rolex steel ladies 26mm Datejust 6516 Roman Numeral white gold fluted
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
Brand - rolex Model - 6516 Style - datejust Metals - steel/ white gold Bezel - white gold fluted Dial - custom silver roman Crystal - new acrylic Movement - Rolex automatic Ban...
White Gold, Steel
Rolex ladies 26mm Datejust 6919 Blue Diamond White gold fluted on leather
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
Description Brand - Rolex Model - 6919 Case size - 26mm Style - datejust Metals - stainless steel Band- geberic Black leather Crystal - new acrylic Movement- Rolex Automatic cal...
Diamond, White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust ref 1601 Stainless Steel and White Gold, circa 1964
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Featuring a 36mm diameter stainless steel Oyster case with 14K white gold fluted bezel, acrylic crystal and signed Rolex crown. Featuring a lovely patinated original silver satin pie...
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex 16014 Date just Stainless Steel with White Gold fluted bezel. Circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Stainless steel oyster case measuring 36 mm in diameter. Rolex logo on a crown. Rolex Acrylic crystal with cyclops magnifier, Black dial with raised baton hour markers, Baton shape...
White Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 14k Gold 35mm Automatic 1970s NA136B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Rolex solid gold engine-turned bezel on solid 14k gold case measuring 35mm, case in pristine vintage condition.
Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex Oyster 6244 c1952
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Key Details Model: Rolex Oyster Reference: 6244 Year: Circa 1952 Movement: Manual wind (Rolex Calibre, serviced and running accurately) Case Size: 31mm Case Material: Stainless ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterdate 15010 – 34mm – Full Set – 1986 – Serviced
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Polishing can be arranged upon request should the next owner prefer. Key Details • Model: Rolex Oysterdate • Reference: 15010 • Year: 1986 • Case Size: 34mm • Case Material: Stainle...
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1972 Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601 – Automatic
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Specifications: Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Reference: 1601 Year: 1972 Case: 36MM Stainless Steel Bezel: 18KT Yellow Gold Fluted Dial: Black Gloss with Applied Gold Dagger Markers C...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster 1005 Champagne Dial Gold Vintage Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Unisex Watch Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Size: 34mm case Crystal: Acrylic Bracelet: Jubilee (vintage Rolex) Movement: Automatic Reference: 1005 Case Diameter: 34mm Bra...
18k Gold
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback "Ovetto" Ref. 3131 Automatic, 14K Gold, 1958.
By Rolex
Located in PARIS, FR
The 32 mm Oyster case, crafted in 14K yellow gold, retains outstanding proportions with beautifully defined lugs, a smooth bezel and the characteristic domed acrylic crystal. The wa...
14k Gold
Rolex Oyster 6282 1956 Manual Wind Full set
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
🛠️ Key Features Model: Rolex Oyster Reference: 6282 Year: 1956 (sold March '56, per original papers) Movement: Manual-wind Rolex Calibre 710 Case Size: 34mm Case Material: Stainle...
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15053 Buckley Dial 1980 Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Recently serviced and in fine working condition, this is a rare and desirable vintage Rolex reference. Key Features Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15053 Year: 1980 (first point...
Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 Buckley Dial 1979 Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Dated to 1979 (based on the original paperwork), it comes complete with inner and outer boxes (missing cushion), original papers, and manual – making this a rare and desirable full s...
Steel
Mens Rolex Ref 6694 Oysterdate Precision Manual Wind 1970s Vintage RA289Y
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1225 hand-wind mechanical movement, in e...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Red Dial Wristwatch Ref 16013
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
High luster finish. Black markers, Rolex gold hands and crown. 18k yellow gold and steel Length: 43mm Width: 36mm Band width at case: 20mm Case thickness: 13mm Band: 62523 H1...
18k Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold
Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Manual Wind 1970s Vintage RA502
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent vintage condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1225 hand-wind mechanical moveme...
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Manual Wind 1970s Vintage RA504
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent vintage condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1225 hand-wind mechanical moveme...
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Ref 6694 Oysterdate Precision Manual Wind 1970s Swiss Vintage RA289
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent condition, case serial no.3167343. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1225 hand-wind m...
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Manual Wind 1960s Swiss RA450B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent vintage condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1215 hand-wind mechanical moveme...
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Manual Wind 1970s Vintage RA413
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent vintage condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1225 hand-wind mechanical moveme...
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Manual Wind 1960s Swiss RA447
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent vintage condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1225 hand-wind mechanical moveme...
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1014 34mm Gold Capped Automatic 1960s RA445
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Smooth bezel on gold-capped stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent vintage condition. 25-Jeweled Rolex cal.1560 COSC automatic ...
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Manual Wind 1970s Vintage RA413B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent vintage condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1225 hand-wind mechanical moveme...
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA450
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent vintage condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1215 hand-wind mechanical moveme...
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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A fresh palette of dial colors and technological advances have elevated this classic watch model.
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.