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

Rolex Datejust Fluted Bezel with Diamond Lugs Two Tone Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Fluted Bezel With Diamond Lugs White Arabic Dial Two Tone Watch 16013

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Gold

Vintage 1993 Rolex Datejust Two-Tone 16233 Auto Champagne Roman Dial 36mm
Vintage 1993 Rolex Datejust Two-Tone 16233 Auto Champagne Roman Dial 36mm

Vintage 1993 Rolex Datejust Two-Tone 16233 Auto Champagne Roman Dial 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

It's Instantly Recognizable For A Reason This is what comes to mind when I think Datejust. Champagne Roman dial, fluted yellow gold bezel, and a Jubilee bracelet. It is the classic ...

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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Women's Vintage Two Tone Black Color Dial 68273
Rolex Datejust Women's Vintage Two Tone Black Color Dial 68273

Rolex Datejust Women's Vintage Two Tone Black Color Dial 68273

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Vintage Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Black Color Dial 68273

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Dark Grey Datejust Steel Diamond Bezel Lugs & Center Bracelet
Rolex Dark Grey Datejust Steel Diamond Bezel Lugs & Center Bracelet

Rolex Dark Grey Datejust Steel Diamond Bezel Lugs & Center Bracelet

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Dark Grey 36mm Datejust Steel Diamond Bezel Lugs & Center Bracelet 16030

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Metallic Pink Face Round Diamond Numbers & Diamond Bezel
Rolex Datejust Metallic Pink Face Round Diamond Numbers & Diamond Bezel

Rolex Datejust Metallic Pink Face Round Diamond Numbers & Diamond Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Metallic Pink Face with Round Diamond Numbers & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band 16030

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Mini Datejust 79179G Silver Big Diamond Dial A0 Serial 1999 with 2021 RSC
Rolex Mini Datejust 79179G Silver Big Diamond Dial A0 Serial 1999 with 2021 RSC

Rolex Mini Datejust 79179G Silver Big Diamond Dial A0 Serial 1999 with 2021 RSC

By Rolex

Located in SYDNEY, AU

SKU 2236 Brand Rolex Model Datejust Reference 79179G Year 1999 Dial Silver Big Diamond Dial Case Steel and 18k White Gold Fluted Bezel Bracelet Steel Diameter 26mm Length 15.3cm Mo...

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1990s Wrist Watches

1999 Rolex Lady Datejust 26 mm Diamond Bezel Two-Tone Jubilee Watch
1999 Rolex Lady Datejust 26 mm Diamond Bezel Two-Tone Jubilee Watch

1999 Rolex Lady Datejust 26 mm Diamond Bezel Two-Tone Jubilee Watch

By Rolex

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A timeless 1999 Rolex Lady Datejust featuring a 26mm stainless steel and 18K yellow gold Oyster case paired with the iconic Jubilee bracelet. This elegant timepiece showcases a white...

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Black Datejust Tow Tone Diamond lugs + Sapphire Bezel 16013
Rolex Black Datejust Tow Tone Diamond lugs + Sapphire Bezel 16013

Rolex Black Datejust Tow Tone Diamond lugs + Sapphire Bezel 16013

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Black 36mm Datejust Tow Tone Diamond lugs + Sapphire Bezel 16013

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

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

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Champagne Roman Dial Two Tone Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Diamond Bezel Champagne Roman Dial Two Tone Watch 16013

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Salmon Roman Dial with Diamonds & Sapphires Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Salmon Roman Dial with Diamonds & Sapphires Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Salmon Roman Dial with Diamonds & Sapphires Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust Salmon Roman Dial with Diamonds & Sapphires Stainless Steel Ladies Watch 68274

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 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 Ladies Datejust SS Baguette with Diamond Accent Watch 69174
Rolex Ladies Datejust SS Baguette with Diamond Accent Watch 69174

Rolex Ladies Datejust SS Baguette with Diamond Accent Watch 69174

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 69174 26mm Custom Pink Flower Dial 8+2.Stainless Steel Watch with Jubilee Band. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced, and has no visibl...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Black Dial Jubilee Bracelet Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Black Dial Jubilee Bracelet Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Black Dial Jubilee Bracelet Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Stainless Steel Black Color Dial Jubilee Bracelet 69174. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced, and has no visible scratches...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Black String Diamond Accent Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Black String Diamond Accent Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Black String Diamond Accent Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust 69160 Stainless Steel Custom Set Black String Diamond Accent Dial Deployment buckle. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced, ...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust 26mm Tahitian Pearl Baguette Perpetual Diamond Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust 26mm Tahitian Pearl Baguette Perpetual Diamond Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust 26mm Tahitian Pearl Baguette Perpetual Diamond Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex Tahitian Pearl 8+2 TR 26mm Datejust S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Side + Bezel & Lugs 69160. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has ...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

RARE Vintage Rolex Datejust 16220 100 CLUB OF HOUSTON Dial 36mm Stainless Steel
RARE Vintage Rolex Datejust 16220 100 CLUB OF HOUSTON Dial 36mm Stainless Steel

RARE Vintage Rolex Datejust 16220 100 CLUB OF HOUSTON Dial 36mm Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage Rare Rolex 100 CLUB - This watch came from Rolex with the logo of the 100 CLUB on it- a Houston based organization that supports police officers and firefighters who have f...

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust Custom Diamond Bezel, Pave Roman Numerals Dial 16014
Rolex Datejust Custom Diamond Bezel, Pave Roman Numerals Dial 16014

Rolex Datejust Custom Diamond Bezel, Pave Roman Numerals Dial 16014

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Custom Diamond Bezel, Pave Roman Numerals Dial 16014 This 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, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Custom Diamond Bezel, Red Diamond Roman Dial 16014
Rolex Datejust Custom Diamond Bezel, Red Diamond Roman Dial 16014

Rolex Datejust Custom Diamond Bezel, Red Diamond Roman Dial 16014

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Custom Diamond Bezel, Red Diamond Roman Dial 16014 This 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, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust White Mother of Pearl Diamond Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust White Mother of Pearl Diamond Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust White Mother of Pearl Diamond Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 36mm White Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Blue Sapphires & Diamond Watch 16014 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and h...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust SS Tahitian MOP Dial with Diamonds Automatic Watch
Rolex Datejust SS Tahitian MOP Dial with Diamonds Automatic Watch

Rolex Datejust SS Tahitian MOP Dial with Diamonds Automatic Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Tahitian Mother of Pearl Dial with Diamonds Automatic Stainless Steel Watch 16014. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no ...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36 Stainless Steel Black Diamond Dial with Custom Diamond Bezel
Rolex Datejust 36 Stainless Steel Black Diamond Dial with Custom Diamond Bezel

Rolex Datejust 36 Stainless Steel Black Diamond Dial with Custom Diamond Bezel

By Rolex

Located in Zurich, CH

The Ultimate Confluence of Monochromatic Precision and Brilliant Luxury. The Rolex Datejust stands as the quintessential luxury timepiece, striking a flawless harmony between timele...

Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Green Vignette Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Emerald 69173
Rolex Datejust Green Vignette Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Emerald 69173

Rolex Datejust Green Vignette Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Emerald 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Green Vignette Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Emerald Two Tone Watch 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust White MOP Dial Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs + Sapphire
Rolex Datejust White MOP Dial Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs + Sapphire

Rolex Datejust White MOP Dial Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs + Sapphire

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Men's Rolex 36mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White MOP Dial Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs + Sapphire 16013

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Black String Datejust Two Tone Side Diamonds + Rubies 68273
Rolex Black String Datejust Two Tone Side Diamonds + Rubies 68273

Rolex Black String Datejust Two Tone Side Diamonds + Rubies 68273

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust 2 Tone Oyster Bracelet and Black Color String Diamond Accent Dial 68273

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch

Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Men's Rolex 36mm Datejust Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Silver Stick Dial with Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch 16013.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady-Datejust Cream Arabic Jubilee Dial Two Tone Watch 69173
Rolex Lady-Datejust Cream Arabic Jubilee Dial Two Tone Watch 69173

Rolex Lady-Datejust Cream Arabic Jubilee Dial Two Tone Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Cream Arabic Jubilee Dial Two Tone Watch 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee 18K Gold Steel Champagne Dial Mens Watch 16233
Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee 18K Gold Steel Champagne Dial Mens Watch 16233

Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee 18K Gold Steel Champagne Dial Mens Watch 16233

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

General Information: Brand: Rolex Model Name: Datejust 16233 Model Number: 16233 Style: Luxury Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Vintage: Ye...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Black Color Dial
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Black Color Dial

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Black Color Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Black Color Dial Bezel +Lugs + Rubies 69173 Rolex Datejust 26mm Custom Black RT Diamond Dial, Diamond/Ruby Bezel and Diamond Lugs. Two To...

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Side Diamond Bracelet Steel with Diamond Accent RT 68274
Rolex Datejust Side Diamond Bracelet Steel with Diamond Accent RT 68274

Rolex Datejust Side Diamond Bracelet Steel with Diamond Accent RT 68274

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Rolex Datejust 68274 Side Diamond bracelet 31mm Stainless Steel White Color Dial with Diamond Accent RT

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Rolex 36mm Datejust Two Tone Silver Color Diamond Dial 16013
Rolex 36mm Datejust Two Tone Silver Color Diamond Dial 16013

Rolex 36mm Datejust Two Tone Silver Color Diamond Dial 16013

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm Custom Silver Diamond Dial. Two Tone Watch with Jubilee Band 16013 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible scratch...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Two Tone White MOP Dial with Diamond Watch 69173
Rolex Datejust Two Tone White MOP Dial with Diamond Watch 69173

Rolex Datejust Two Tone White MOP Dial with Diamond Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Vintage Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone White MOP Dial with Diamond Accent 69173 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible scratches...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Women's Vintage Rolex Datejust Two Tone White Roman Numeral Dial 68273
Women's Vintage Rolex Datejust Two Tone White Roman Numeral Dial 68273

Women's Vintage Rolex Datejust Two Tone White Roman Numeral Dial 68273

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Vintage Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone White Roman Numeral Dial 68273 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible scratches or blemi...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 16233 36mm Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee
Rolex Datejust 16233 36mm Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee

Rolex Datejust 16233 36mm Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 16233 Serial: L88**** Year: 1989 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Jubilee Bezel: 18...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 68273 Two-Tone Jubilee Dial Fluted Bezel 31mm Watch 1998 Full Set
Rolex Datejust 68273 Two-Tone Jubilee Dial Fluted Bezel 31mm Watch 1998 Full Set

Rolex Datejust 68273 Two-Tone Jubilee Dial Fluted Bezel 31mm Watch 1998 Full Set

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

This Rolex Datejust reference 68273 features a silver jubilee commemorative dial with applied gold Arabic numerals over a fine crown-logo pattern, a 18K yellow gold fluted bezel, and...

Category

1990s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1996 Rolex Lady Datejust 69174 18K WG Bezel Motif Arabic Dial 26mm
1996 Rolex Lady Datejust 69174 18K WG Bezel Motif Arabic Dial 26mm

1996 Rolex Lady Datejust 69174 18K WG Bezel Motif Arabic Dial 26mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Understated Elegance In White Gold And Steel The reference 69174 is the sophisticated, "undercover" alternative to the traditional two-tone Lady Datejust. By pairing a robust stainl...

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, 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 Datejust SS Natural Diamonds Bezel & Lugs White Roman Dial Watch
Rolex Datejust SS Natural Diamonds Bezel & Lugs White Roman Dial Watch

Rolex Datejust SS Natural Diamonds Bezel & Lugs White Roman Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex White Roman Dial 36mm Datejust Stainless Steel Natural Diamonds Bezel & Lugs 16030

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless 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

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Datejust 1990 For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact datejust 1990 you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 1649 antique edition and 10 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a datejust 1990 from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A datejust 1990 can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 96 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and emerald cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a datejust 1990, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

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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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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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