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Aftermarket Rolex Watches

Rolex Datejust II Roman Numeral Dial Aftermarket Diamond Watch
Rolex Datejust II Roman Numeral Dial Aftermarket Diamond Watch

Rolex Datejust II Roman Numeral Dial Aftermarket Diamond Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

ROLEX DATEJUST II ROMAN NUMERAL DIAL DIAMOND WATCH -Condition: Like-new, Mint -Case size: 41mm -Metal: Stainless Steel -Movement: Automatic -Aftermarket Diamonds: 35 ct, VS1 clarit...

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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex 16030 Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Dial Watch
Rolex 16030 Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Dial Watch

Rolex 16030 Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Rolex 16030 Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Aftermarket Diamond Bezel and Blue Dial Watch This beautiful Rolex 16030 Datejust Aftermarket Diamond Watch is in excellent condition and i...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex 79160 Datejust 26mm Aftermarket Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel Watch
Rolex 79160 Datejust 26mm Aftermarket Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel Watch

Rolex 79160 Datejust 26mm Aftermarket Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Rolex 79160 Datejust 26mm Aftermarket Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial and Bezel Watch This beautiful Aftermarket Rolex 79160 Datejust Watch is in excellent condition and is ready to sh...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Everose rainbow aftermarket, with box and papers 2018
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Everose rainbow aftermarket, with box and papers 2018

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Everose rainbow aftermarket, with box and papers 2018

By Rolex

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Everose rainbow aftermarket, with box and papers 2018 Model, Daytona 116505 ; Serial/Year. Current ; Case Diameter, 40mm ; Dial. Custom Diamond Dial Fixed be...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Air King Blue Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Air King Blue Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Air King Blue Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Air King Blue Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel 34mm Watch Watch has been set with aftermarket (non Rolex) diamonds.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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Rolex Daytona "Zenith" 18k White Gold Diamond Watch
Rolex Daytona "Zenith" 18k White Gold Diamond Watch

Rolex Daytona "Zenith" 18k White Gold Diamond Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Daytona "Zenith" 18k White Gold Diamond Watch Excellent condition Watch was taken to Sotherby's Auction as Original Rolex diamonds Then went to rolex and dial didnt match w...

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2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rolex 18238 Presidential Day-Date 36mm Watch with Aftermarket Enhancements
Rolex 18238 Presidential Day-Date 36mm Watch with Aftermarket Enhancements

Rolex 18238 Presidential Day-Date 36mm Watch with Aftermarket Enhancements

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Model: Rolex 18238 Day-Date President Case: 36mm, 18k Yellow Gold Dial: Aftermarket Silver with Diamonds Bezel: Aftermarket Diamond-Set Bracelet: 18k Yellow Gold President Movement: ...

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 6917
Rolex Datejust Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 6917

Rolex Datejust Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 6917

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This pre-owned Rolex Datejust 6917 is a beautiful Ladie's timepiece that is powered by mechanical (automatic) movement which is cased in a yellow gold case. It has a round shape fac...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex 124300 Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel Aftermarket Red Stick Dial Watch
Rolex 124300 Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel Aftermarket Red Stick Dial Watch

Rolex 124300 Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel Aftermarket Red Stick Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Rolex 124300 Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel Aftermarket Red Stick Dial Watch This beautiful Rolex 124300 Oyster Perpetual is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex Day Date President Bark Link Bracelet Aftermarket Diamond Bezel 18038
Rolex Day Date President Bark Link Bracelet Aftermarket Diamond Bezel 18038

Rolex Day Date President Bark Link Bracelet Aftermarket Diamond Bezel 18038

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

-Movement: Swiss Automatic -Case Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold -Case Size: 36mm -Bezel: Custom Aftermarket Diamond Bezel VS-G 2.0ct. -Dial: Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial -Bracelet: ...

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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

New Rolex Datejust Full Diamond green aftermarket 41mm with box and papers 2020
New Rolex Datejust Full Diamond green aftermarket 41mm with box and papers 2020

New Rolex Datejust Full Diamond green aftermarket 41mm with box and papers 2020

By Rolex

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

A Beautifully Customized Pave Diamond Dial Datejust 41mm Watch with Roman Numerals!!! This Watch Has Been Set Wonderfully and Is Fully Iced Out! the Diamonds Are Top Quality and the ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Cut Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Aftermarket Turquoise Dial Automatic Watch 116000
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Aftermarket Turquoise Dial Automatic Watch 116000

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Aftermarket Turquoise Dial Automatic Watch 116000

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. PLEASE NOTE THE DIAL IS AFTERMARKET Comes with an original box and paper. Custom Aftermarket Turquoise Dial Brand & Model Brand: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual 116000 Ge...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Aftermarket Turquoise Dial Automatic Watch 116000
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Aftermarket Turquoise Dial Automatic Watch 116000

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Aftermarket Turquoise Dial Automatic Watch 116000

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. PLEASE NOTE THE DIAL IS AFTERMARKET Comes with an original box and paper. Custom Aftermarket Turquoise Dial Brand & Model Brand: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual 116000 Ge...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 16014 Datejust Stainless Steel Aftermarket Pink Diamond Dial Bezel Watch
Rolex 16014 Datejust Stainless Steel Aftermarket Pink Diamond Dial Bezel Watch

Rolex 16014 Datejust Stainless Steel Aftermarket Pink Diamond Dial Bezel Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Rolex 16014 Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Aftermarket Pink Diamond Dial and Bezel Watch This beautiful Rolex 16014 Datejust Watch is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Midsize Aftermarket Mother of Pearl Dial Diamond Bezel 6827
Rolex Datejust Midsize Aftermarket Mother of Pearl Dial Diamond Bezel 6827

Rolex Datejust Midsize Aftermarket Mother of Pearl Dial Diamond Bezel 6827

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

ROLEX DATEJUST MIDSIZE 31MM AFTERMARKET MOP DIAL DIAMOND BEZEL 6827 -Condition: Mint -Case Size: 31mm -Movement: Automatic -Metal: 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel -Feature: Date d...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Unisex Watch 2.60 Carat Aftermarket Diamond Stella Dial
Rolex Datejust Unisex Watch 2.60 Carat Aftermarket Diamond Stella Dial

Rolex Datejust Unisex Watch 2.60 Carat Aftermarket Diamond Stella Dial

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Datejust Reference #:16220. None. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Two Tone Champagne Diamonds Aftermarket Bezel Ref 69173
Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Two Tone Champagne Diamonds Aftermarket Bezel Ref 69173

Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Two Tone Champagne Diamonds Aftermarket Bezel Ref 69173

By Rolex

Located in București, București

It shows slight signs of wear and scratches. The bezel is aftermarket. The watch has scratches on the glass and little chips on the edge of the glass.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

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5.03 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Cushion Three Stone Platinum Engagement Ring

5.03 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Cushion Three Stone Platinum Engagement Ring

By Merkaba

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A 5.03 carat royal blue sapphire cushion cut platinum three stone ring, handcrafted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills as a refined collector jewel and meaningful alternative engagemen...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Classic Indexed Bezel, circa 1960's
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Classic Indexed Bezel, circa 1960's

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Classic Indexed Bezel, circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Mid 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe 5711 All Diamond Watch 18 Karat in Stock
Patek Philippe 5711 All Diamond Watch 18 Karat in Stock

Patek Philippe 5711 All Diamond Watch 18 Karat in Stock

By Patek Philippe

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Patek Philippe Case Material: 18k White Gold Case Diameter: 40mm Crystal: Scratch resistant sapphire Bezel: Triple row of round shape Diamonds (aftermarket) Dial: All round sh...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

HERMES Rose Pourpre pink Togo leather BIRKIN 30 Bag Palladium RARE
HERMES Rose Pourpre pink Togo leather BIRKIN 30 Bag Palladium RARE

HERMES Rose Pourpre pink Togo leather BIRKIN 30 Bag Palladium RARE

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermes 'Birkin 30' bag in Rose Poupre pink Veau Togo leather with palladium hardware. Lined in Chevre (goat skin) with an open pocket against the front and a zipper po...

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2010s French Tote Bags

Cartier Santos De Cartier Chronograph Two Tone Custom Diamond Watch W2SA0008
Cartier Santos De Cartier Chronograph Two Tone Custom Diamond Watch W2SA0008

Cartier Santos De Cartier Chronograph Two Tone Custom Diamond Watch W2SA0008

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Brand: Cartier Series: Santos Model: W2SA0008 Case Diameter: 44 mm Bracelet: 18k yellow gold / stainless steel Bezel: Custom diamond set Dial: Silver Carat Weight: 30.00 carats in ...

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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe "24" Ladies Steel and Diamond Quartz Wrist Watch
Patek Philippe "24" Ladies Steel and Diamond Quartz Wrist Watch

Patek Philippe "24" Ladies Steel and Diamond Quartz Wrist Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 2010 Patek Philippe "24" Reference 4900 / 10A-001 Wrist watch, 30 x 25 M.M. 2 piece Stainless Steel case with Factory set Diamonds, Sapphire Crown, Quartz movement, Gray Dial w...

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Cartier 18K White Gold Santos 100 Unisex White Gold Diamond Watch
Cartier 18K White Gold Santos 100 Unisex White Gold Diamond Watch

Cartier 18K White Gold Santos 100 Unisex White Gold Diamond Watch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

You will fall in love with this beautiful Cartier Santos watch the moment you see it. It has everything going for it: diamond bezel, perfect 33mm width of the case, purple leather b...

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20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 1.55 Carats 18K White Gold 14-15 MM
South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 1.55 Carats 18K White Gold 14-15 MM

South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 1.55 Carats 18K White Gold 14-15 MM

By Harbor Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

18K White Gold drop earrings featuring two South Sea Pearls measuring 14-15 mm flanked with numerous diamonds weighing 1.55 carats. Comes in Rose Gold

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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Platinum, 1960s Cushion Cut Aquamarine & Calibrated Ruby Cocktail Ring
Vintage Platinum, 1960s Cushion Cut Aquamarine & Calibrated Ruby Cocktail Ring

Vintage Platinum, 1960s Cushion Cut Aquamarine & Calibrated Ruby Cocktail Ring

Located in Brighton, GB

Vintage Aquamarine Cocktail Ring Platinum Tested Circa 1960s Step into a world of elegance with this fabulous vintage cocktail ring from the 1960s. At its heart lies a mesmerisin...

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Mid-20th Century European Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Ruby, Platinum

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15210 Salmon Dial Stainless Steel 34mm Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15210 Salmon Dial Stainless Steel 34mm Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15210 Salmon Dial Stainless Steel 34mm Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15210 Salmon Dial Stainless Steel 34mm Watch This Rolex Oyster Perpetual 15210 Watch is in excellent condition and is ready to ship! Brand: Rolex Model:...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Necklace
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Necklace

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Necklace

Located in London, GB

A Victorian natural pearl and diamond necklace, the twelve graduated cluster motifs each centred with natural bouton pearls measuring from 5.6 mm to 9 mm, within a surround of old br...

Category

Antique 1880s Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold

CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold

$17,200Sale Price|20% Off

H 1.18 in W 1.22 in Dm 9 in L 9 in

CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex 18Kt. Gold President with Custom Blue Diamond Marker Dial, 1980's
Rolex 18Kt. Gold President with Custom Blue Diamond Marker Dial, 1980's

Rolex 18Kt. Gold President with Custom Blue Diamond Marker Dial, 1980's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: President / Reference 18000 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm X Diameter...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Rolex Date Two Tone Watch with Diamond Dial
Rolex Date Two Tone Watch with Diamond Dial

Rolex Date Two Tone Watch with Diamond Dial

By Rolex

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Pre-owned 34mm Rolex Date automatic watch crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and steel with aftermarket white diamond dial and Oyster bracelet. Model 1500 circa 1970. Polished and servi...

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Silver Dial
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Silver Dial

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Silver Dial

$6,320Sale Price|20% Off

Dm 1.34 in

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Silver Dial

By Rolex

Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA

BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Oyster Perpetual REFRENCE: 15200 SIZE: 34mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Grey BAND: Jubilee Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRTIST SIZE: Apx. 7.75 Very Good c...

Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date 16610
Rolex Submariner Date 16610

Rolex Submariner Date 16610

$10,000Sale Price|20% Off

Dm 1.58 in

Rolex Submariner Date 16610

By Rolex

Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA

BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner Date REFERENCE: 16610 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oyster Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRIST SIZE: 8.25 Good...

Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Aftermarket Rolex Watches For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of aftermarket rolex watches. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, stainless steel and 18k gold — can elevate any look. Our selection of items includes 778 vintage examples as well as 108 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of aftermarket rolex watches to choose from, but modern and retro aftermarket rolex watches are of considerable interest. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 234 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A selection of round cut, bead and brilliant cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of aftermarket rolex watches, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for women today than there are for men.

How Much are Aftermarket Rolex Watches?

Prices for aftermarket rolex watches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $195 and can go as high as $109,995, while aftermarket rolex watches, on average, fetch $6,793.

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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