Rolex Datejust Rare Lapis Pyramid Dial Diamond Set 69138
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 26mm yellow gold Datejust by Rolex. Features an exceptionally rare lapis pyramid dial with
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 69178 Diamond Lapis Dial 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 69178 Ladies Watch. 26mm 18K yellow gold case with a fluted bezel
Rolex Yellow Gold Lapis Dial Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref. 6917
By Rolex
Located in Bologna, IT
Rolex Rolex Datejust Ref. 6917 18K Yellow Gold Case Lapis Dial (perfect) Original 18K Yellow
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Rolex Ladies Datejust 6517 Lapis Lazuli Diamond Jubilee Roman
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
(Please Read Description ) Brand - Rolex Gender - ladies Model - 6517 datejust Condition - pre
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Lapis Lazuli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gents 16018
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Datejust, which gave birth to so many subsequent models due to its introduction of the date function. The
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust Gold Lapis Lazuli Pyramid Dial 69138 Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ladies Wristwatch, rare lapis lazuli pyramid dial with
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Ladies 18 Karat DateJust "President" with Original Lapis Dial 1995
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Date Just "President" with original 26mm Lapis Dial Ref #69178 with
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Rolex Pearlmaster Datejust Women's Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Dial Diamond Set
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual 29mm Pearlmaster Datejust Women's Wristwatch, rare lapis lazuli
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust Gold Rare Diamond Lapis Lazuli Pyramid Dial 69138 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 26mm 1990 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ladies Wristwatch, rare lapis lazuli pyramid
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
ROLEX Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch with Lapis Lazuli Dial
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Circa 1970s 18k yellow gold Ref. 1601 Datejust in the classic 36mm size, with a beautiful natural
Rolex Datejust 1601 Blue Lapis Lazuli Dial 18k Yellow Gold Leather Strap
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1601 Serial: 6061*** Year: 1978 Model: Datejust Case Material: 18K Yellow
Yellow Gold
Lady’s Rolex Datejust with Bark Finish and Lapis Lazuli Dial
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A special find for the lover of all things rare and fine, this lady Datejust ref. #69278 boasts an
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Lady Datejust Lapis Lazuli Dial Wristwatch Ref 6517
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K YG Lady Datejust ref 6517 serial # 6.4 million circa 1980. 27mm diameter case with fluted
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Stone Dial Oyster Perpetual Datejust Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Rare Factory Lapis Lazuli Stone Dial with
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Sold
H 0.42 in Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Lapis Datejust Wristwatch Ref 69198
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful step away from the every day Rolex ladies Datejust, this reference 69198 features a
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold President Lapis Dial Datejust Watch, Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Datejust Watch Rare Factory Lapis Lazuli Dial with Applied Rolex Logo
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
ROLEX Lady's Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch with Lapis Dial
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Lady's Rolex 18k yellow gold Datejust, Ref. 69178, serial 8.9 million, circa 1985/1986. 27mm
18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch with Lapis Dial circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Datejust wristwatch with rare factory lapis lazuli dial, circa 1978. Ref
Rolex Ladies Datejust 6516 Lapis Diamond 26mm
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
Please Read Description Brand - Rolex Gender - ladies Model - 6516 datejust Condition - pre owned
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 26 69178 Ladies Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Watch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Xupes Reference: COM002646 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Datejust Model Variant: 26 Model Number
Yellow Gold
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House. Breathtaking and the epitome of the Giorgi...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Maxi Skirt
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk long skirt with yellow, green and white abstract shapes including glowers and leaves on a brown background from John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is semi fitted t...
$774Sale Price|20% Off
Christian Dior Vintage Dior Dolls Neons Pants US Size 8
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage DIOR DOLLS neons pants in vibrant colors featuring woment profiles and flowers Two back pockets. Faux pockets at front. Button closures. Silver toned buttons...
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1987 Mens Watch - Yellow Gold 14k Automatic 15037
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Date Model Number: 15037 Specific Year: 1987 Movement: Automatic Warranty: 1 year Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Champagne Metal Content: 14k...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
CHRISTIAN DIOR taupe FOX FUR Winter Coat Sz. F38 / M
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
Christian Dior coat in off-white, brown, and taupe fox fur with wide collar. Two side pockets. Opens with two hooks on the front. Lined in black silk. Has been worn and is in excelle...
Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful pink silk dress from Versace. It is is a simple sleeveless sheath from the front. The back is exposed from the shoulders to low back with the exception of draping framin...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top stitch...
Pierre Balmain White Bodycon Dress
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous white body conscious bandage dress from Pierre Balmain. It has long sleeves, a square cut neckline, and fabulous ribbed panels accentuating the waist and bust. It is unl...
1981 Rolex Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Watch 6917 Jubilee Band 26mm #20298
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1981 Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Rolex Model: 6917 Serial: 6773423 This Rolex ladies Datejust is set in 18K yellow gold. 41.7 dwt / 64.85 g Jubilee band with deployment clasp. Fits up...
18k Gold
Rolex Day Date President 18138 Factory Diamond Dial Bezel & Lugs 18K Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 18138 Year: 1986 Model: Rolex Day Date President Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Factory Rolex Diamond Bezel & Fac...
Yellow Gold
Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Rolex President Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite ladies' 18K yellow gold Rolex President wristwatch combines timeless elegance with exceptional craftsmanship. Featuring a factory diamond-set dial and a fluted bezel, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$29,920
H 4.5 in W 13.25 in D 7.5 in
Chanel Black Vanity Case Limited Edition Rare Home Decor Cosmetic Jewelry Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...
Gianni Versace silk off-shoulder cropped blouse, ss 1993
By Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
Gianni Versace silk off-shoulder cropped blouse with signature Versace print. Spring-Summer 1993
Alexander McQueen New Fur Jacket 'ESHU' A/W 2000
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible rare black, shiny, soft, silky goat fur jacket from Alexander McQueen's F/W 2000 Eshu collection. It has a standup collar, V neckline, front fur hook closures and is li...
$30,800
H 1.23 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.23 in
Rolex Datejust 278273 Olive Green Diamond Dial Jubilee Gold Steel Watch B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with original box and papers. Rolex Lady-Datejust 31 Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Lady-Datejust 31 Model Number: 278273 Department: Women Style: Luxury Country/Region of Ma...
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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