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Vintage 1999 Rolex Cellini 6110 18K YG Quartz Black and Grey 26mm
Vintage 1999 Rolex Cellini 6110 18K YG Quartz Black and Grey 26mm

Vintage 1999 Rolex Cellini 6110 18K YG Quartz Black and Grey 26mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Other Side Of Rolex The Cellini collection has always been Rolex’s platform for pure dress

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

1998 Rolex Datejust Lady 69174 Steel & White Gold Black Diamond Dial Automatic
1998 Rolex Datejust Lady 69174 Steel & White Gold Black Diamond Dial Automatic

1998 Rolex Datejust Lady 69174 Steel & White Gold Black Diamond Dial Automatic

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

A Classic Look With A Bit More Edge The Lady Datejust is a foundational piece in the Rolex catalog

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel, White Gold, Steel

Rolex Daytona MINT Rose Black Dial Box Papers and Service Card
Rolex Daytona MINT Rose Black Dial Box Papers and Service Card

Rolex Daytona MINT Rose Black Dial Box Papers and Service Card

By Rolex

Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA

BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Daytona REFERENCE: 116505 SIZE: 40mm CASE: 18k Rose Gold DIAL: Black BEZEL: 18k

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Date 34mm Black Dial Oyster Bracelet Stainless Steel Watch 115210
Rolex Date 34mm Black Dial Oyster Bracelet Stainless Steel Watch 115210

Rolex Date 34mm Black Dial Oyster Bracelet Stainless Steel Watch 115210

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Understated elegance meets everyday versatility in the Rolex Date Ref. 115210, a refined timepiece

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch 126000
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch 126000

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch 126000

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy. Rolex Oyster Perpetual 126000 Men's

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Mens Watch 114300
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Mens Watch 114300

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Mens Watch 114300

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

calibration, and time accuracy. No original box and papers. Comes with chronostore box. Brand: Rolex Type

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date 41mm Starbucks Black Dial Steel Oyster Bracelet 126610LV
Rolex Submariner Date 41mm Starbucks Black Dial Steel Oyster Bracelet 126610LV

Rolex Submariner Date 41mm Starbucks Black Dial Steel Oyster Bracelet 126610LV

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

and a black dial with large luminescent hour markers. The Submariner's rotatable bezel is a key

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date Stainless Steel Black Ceramic 40mm 116610 LN Watch
Rolex Submariner Date Stainless Steel Black Ceramic 40mm 116610 LN Watch

Rolex Submariner Date Stainless Steel Black Ceramic 40mm 116610 LN Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

The Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN is a modern icon in the world of luxury dive watches, combining

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner No Date Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 124060BKSO
Rolex Submariner No Date Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 124060BKSO

Rolex Submariner No Date Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 124060BKSO

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Chronostore Warranty. Details: Brand Rolex Department Men Model Number 124060BKSO Country/Region of

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Daytona Cosmograph 40mm Black Dial 18k Gold Oyster Bracelet Watch 126508
Rolex Daytona Cosmograph 40mm Black Dial 18k Gold Oyster Bracelet Watch 126508

Rolex Daytona Cosmograph 40mm Black Dial 18k Gold Oyster Bracelet Watch 126508

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Rolex Daytona Cosmograph Black Dial Yellow Gold Mens Watch 126508. Chronometer automatic self

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Submariner Date 40mm Black Dial Ceramic Bezel Yellow Gold Watch 116618LN
Rolex Submariner Date 40mm Black Dial Ceramic Bezel Yellow Gold Watch 116618LN

Rolex Submariner Date 40mm Black Dial Ceramic Bezel Yellow Gold Watch 116618LN

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Rolex Submariner Black Dial Yellow Gold Mens Watch 116618 Box Card. Chronometer self-winding

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Explorer 39 Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Automatic Watch 214270
Rolex Explorer 39 Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Automatic Watch 214270

Rolex Explorer 39 Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Automatic Watch 214270

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Explorer 214270 Model Number: 214270 Type: Wristwatch Style: Luxury Department

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

1996 Rolex GMT-Master 16700 Steel Auto Black Bezel 40mm T-Serial
1996 Rolex GMT-Master 16700 Steel Auto Black Bezel 40mm T-Serial

1996 Rolex GMT-Master 16700 Steel Auto Black Bezel 40mm T-Serial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

1996 example captures the model in its most refined state just before it was phased out of the Rolex

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

New Rolex Submariner Starbucks Steel Ceramic Black Dial Automatic Watch 126610LV
New Rolex Submariner Starbucks Steel Ceramic Black Dial Automatic Watch 126610LV

New Rolex Submariner Starbucks Steel Ceramic Black Dial Automatic Watch 126610LV

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Brand new. Comes with the original box and papers. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Submariner Date Steel Ceramic Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116610LN
Rolex Submariner Date Steel Ceramic Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116610LN

Rolex Submariner Date Steel Ceramic Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116610LN

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

. * Warranties provided by us are exclusively handled by our own certified watchmakers. Brand: Rolex Model

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Yellow Gold Steel Black Dial Jubilee Watch 179173
Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Yellow Gold Steel Black Dial Jubilee Watch 179173

Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Yellow Gold Steel Black Dial Jubilee Watch 179173

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Ladies Watch 179173. Certified chronometer self-winding

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Rolex Datejust 68274 SS Oyster Bracelet & Diamond Bezel Black Stick Dial
Rolex Datejust 68274 SS Oyster Bracelet & Diamond Bezel Black Stick Dial

Rolex Datejust 68274 SS Oyster Bracelet & Diamond Bezel Black Stick Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust SS Oyster Bracelet & Diamond Bezel Black Stick Dial 68274

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 68274 Diamond Bezel Black Color Dial Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust 68274 Diamond Bezel Black Color Dial Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust 68274 Diamond Bezel Black Color Dial Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust Diamond Bezel Black Color Dial Stainless Steel Watch 68274

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Black Dial Baguette 6&9 Diamond Bezel & Lugs 'Shoulders'
Rolex Datejust Black Dial Baguette 6&9 Diamond Bezel & Lugs 'Shoulders'

Rolex Datejust Black Dial Baguette 6&9 Diamond Bezel & Lugs 'Shoulders'

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Black Dial Baguette 6&9 Diamond Bezel & Lugs (Shoulders) 16014

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Steel Black Index Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116520
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Steel Black Index Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116520

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Steel Black Index Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116520

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

warranty. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Daytona 116520 Model Number: 116520 Country/Region of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust Black Roman Dial Diamond Bezel Ss Jubilee Bracelet 16014
Rolex Datejust Black Roman Dial Diamond Bezel Ss Jubilee Bracelet 16014

Rolex Datejust Black Roman Dial Diamond Bezel Ss Jubilee Bracelet 16014

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm Black Roman Dial Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Jubilee Bracelet 16014

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Black Roman Dial w/ Diamond & Emerald Bezel
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Black Roman Dial w/ Diamond & Emerald Bezel

Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Black Roman Dial w/ Diamond & Emerald Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Black Roman Dial with Diamond & Emerald Bezel 16030

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Stainless Steel

Rare Rolex Submariner Kermit Black Dial Steel Automatic Men Watch 16610LV
Rare Rolex Submariner Kermit Black Dial Steel Automatic Men Watch 16610LV

Rare Rolex Submariner Kermit Black Dial Steel Automatic Men Watch 16610LV

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Submariner 16610LV Model Number: 16610LV Type

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Sky Dweller Black Dial Stainless Steel 326934 Custom Diamond Watch
Rolex Sky Dweller Black Dial Stainless Steel 326934 Custom Diamond Watch

Rolex Sky Dweller Black Dial Stainless Steel 326934 Custom Diamond Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Sky Dweller Black Dial Stainless Steel Custom Diamond Watch with Baguettes on the Bracelet

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Black Color Dial with Diamond Accent+Lugs
Rolex Datejust Two Tone Black Color Dial with Diamond Accent+Lugs

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Black Color Dial with Diamond Accent+Lugs

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Men's Rolex 36mm Datejust 16013 Two Tone Black Color Dial with Diamond Accent+Lugs

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Black Diamond Dial with Blue Sapphire & Diamond Bezel 16014
Rolex Datejust Black Diamond Dial with Blue Sapphire & Diamond Bezel 16014

Rolex Datejust Black Diamond Dial with Blue Sapphire & Diamond Bezel 16014

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Black Diamond Dial with Blue Sapphire & Diamond Bezel Automatic Watch 16014

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea Steel Ceramic Black Dial Automatic Watch 126660
Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea Steel Ceramic Black Dial Automatic Watch 126660

Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea Steel Ceramic Black Dial Automatic Watch 126660

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

: Rolex Model: Sea-Dweller 126660 Model Number: 126660 Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Style: Diver

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Yellow Gold Steel Diamond Black Dial Watch 69173
Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Yellow Gold Steel Diamond Black Dial Watch 69173

Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Yellow Gold Steel Diamond Black Dial Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

magnifier. Black dial with original Rolex factory diamond hour markers and luminescent yellow gold baton

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Rolex Milgauss 40mm Black Dial Green Crystal Stainless Steel Mens Watch 116400GV
Rolex Milgauss 40mm Black Dial Green Crystal Stainless Steel Mens Watch 116400GV

Rolex Milgauss 40mm Black Dial Green Crystal Stainless Steel Mens Watch 116400GV

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

stainless steel Rolex oyster bracelet. Fixed domed silver-tone stainless steel bezel. Black dial with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust II 116333 18K Yellow Gold Steel Roman Black Dial Watch
Rolex Datejust II 116333 18K Yellow Gold Steel Roman Black Dial Watch

Rolex Datejust II 116333 18K Yellow Gold Steel Roman Black Dial Watch

$14,850

H 16.15 in W 4.73 in D 16.15 in Dm 16.15 in L 16.15 in

Rolex Datejust II 116333 18K Yellow Gold Steel Roman Black Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy. Rolex Datejust 41 Ref

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN Steel Ceramic Black Dial Watch Full Kit
Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN Steel Ceramic Black Dial Watch Full Kit

Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN Steel Ceramic Black Dial Watch Full Kit

$15,950

H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in Dm 5.12 in L 15.75 in

Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN Steel Ceramic Black Dial Watch Full Kit

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The watch is pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with the original and papers.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

NEW Rolex Explorer 36mm 124270 Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch Box Papers
NEW Rolex Explorer 36mm 124270 Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch Box Papers

NEW Rolex Explorer 36mm 124270 Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch Box Papers

$13,750

H 1.42 in W 0.48 in D 1.42 in Dm 1.42 in L 1.42 in

NEW Rolex Explorer 36mm 124270 Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch Box Papers

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Brand new, comes with original box and papers. Watch Overview Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Explorer

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust Black Index Dial Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel Men's Watch
Rolex Datejust Black Index Dial Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel Men's Watch

Rolex Datejust Black Index Dial Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 41mm Black Index Dial Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel Mens Luxury Watch 116300 Watch

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner 116613LN Steel 18K Yellow Gold Black Dial Watch Box Papers
Rolex Submariner 116613LN Steel 18K Yellow Gold Black Dial Watch Box Papers

Rolex Submariner 116613LN Steel 18K Yellow Gold Black Dial Watch Box Papers

$22,550

H 1.58 in W 1.58 in D 1.58 in Dm 0.48 in L 1.58 in

Rolex Submariner 116613LN Steel 18K Yellow Gold Black Dial Watch Box Papers

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in excellent condition. Box and papers included. 🕰️ Basic Information Brand: Rolex

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523 Please note: PVD/DLC

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, PVD-Coated, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch with Yellow Gold Bezel 116523

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, PVD-Coated, Stainless Steel

Rolex Milgauss 40mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116400GV
Rolex Milgauss 40mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116400GV

Rolex Milgauss 40mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116400GV

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn. The original box and papers are included. * Free Shipping within the USA * Five-year Rolex

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523 Please note: PVD/DLC

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, PVD-Coated

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Steel Black Concentric Dial Automatic Watch 116000
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Steel Black Concentric Dial Automatic Watch 116000

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Steel Black Concentric Dial Automatic Watch 116000

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. Comes with the original box and paper. General Information: Brand: Rolex Type

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Sea-Dweller 43mm 126600 Stainless Steel Watch Black Dial UNWORN
Rolex Sea-Dweller 43mm 126600 Stainless Steel Watch Black Dial UNWORN

Rolex Sea-Dweller 43mm 126600 Stainless Steel Watch Black Dial UNWORN

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Sea-Dweller 43mm Stainless Steel Watch Black Dial 126600 We are a premiere distributor of

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer 124270 36mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch B&P
Rolex Explorer 124270 36mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch B&P

Rolex Explorer 124270 36mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch B&P

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned mint condition. Like new. 🕰️ Watch Overview Brand: Rolex Model: Explorer Reference

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roulette Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116234
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roulette Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116234

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roulette Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116234

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in excellent condition. Box and papers. Recently serviced. The movement is calibrated and keeps time well.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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Black Rolex Watches For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of black rolex watches for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Stainless Steel, Gold and 18k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 781 vintage examples as well as 711 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Contemporary and Modern are consistently popular styles when it comes to black rolex watches. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 70, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. There are many round cut, baguette cut and emerald cut black rolex watches for sale. There aren’t many items for women in our collection of black rolex watches, as most of the options available are for men.

How Much are Black Rolex Watches?

On average, black rolex watches at 1stDibs sell for $10,027, while they’re typically $1,900 on the low end and $165,630 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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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