Vintage 1973 Rolex Cellini 4012 18K Yellow Gold Blue Foil Dial Manual 26mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Key Specs Reference: 4012 Model: Cellini Year: 1973 Movement: Manual Case Size: 26x32mm Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Ribbed Strap: Leather Dial: Blue Foil Metal: 18K Yellow Gold SKU: 1502
18k Gold
1962 Rolex Explorer Ref. 5501 Vintage Mens Watch - Stainless Steel & 14K Gold
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
Dimensions: 34mm diameter, 12mm thick Dial: Smoky gray with applied gold baton indexes, luminous hour dots, outer minute track, signed Rolex Explorer, original and untouched with sl...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Dial Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand & Model Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 69173 Model Number: 69173 Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Style: Luxury Vintage: No Design & Features: Case Material: Stainles...
Yellow Gold, Steel
Men's Original Rolex Links 17mm in 18K Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Men's Original Rolex links 18K Yellow Gold Dimension 17mm Condition new
Rolex 14Kt. Rare "Bubble Back" with Original Dial and Rolex Signed Bracelet 1948
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
DIAL / HANDS: Factory Original Silvered Dial with Gold Baton Markers / Gold Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Factory Original Oyster Bracelet, 17mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on...
14k Gold
2007 Rolex Cellini Cellissima 24MM 6693 18K White Gold Pave Diamond Quartz Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Diameter: 24.00 mm Weight: 81.81 grams ROLEX Ladies 18K white gold diamond ROLEX Swiss made wristwatch with original box...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18k Rose Gold Pink Dial Mens Watch 116515LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand & Model Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Model Number: 116515LN Specifications: Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Movement: Mechanical (Automatic), Cal...
Rose Gold
Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Stainless Steel & Rose Gold 179171 Meteorite Diamond
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and does not have any visible scratches or blemishes. It is a genuine Rolex which has been inspected to verify authenticity.Sale...
Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Master 16758 NIPPLE DIAL 18K Yellow Gold Jubilee Band 40mm
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16758 Serial: 8370*** Year: 1984 Model: Rolex GMT Master Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Jubilee Band Bezel: Black Dial: Black Nipple Dial ...
18k Gold
Rolex Vintage Steel and Gold Ref 6582 Zephyre Bezel Automatic Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Oyster perpetual Reference 6582 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 3 piece stainless steel Oyster case with Yellow Gold Zephyre Bezel and Gold Crown.
Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust 2-Tone Steel & Gold Ladies Watch 79173
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust 2-tone Steel & Gold Ladies Watch 79173 - Automatic winding, 29 jewels, Quickset date, sapphire crystal.
Rolex Sky Dweller 18k Everose Gold Dark Rhodium Dial Men Watch 326235
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn with 2022 Card. Brand: Rolex Department: Men Model Number: 326235 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Model: Rolex Sky-Dweller Style: Luxury Band Color: Black ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15053 Mens 1980s 18k Gold SS 34mm Automatic RA814
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Rolex Ref 15053 18k Gold and stainless steel Oyster Date automatic, c.1982, in excellent working condition.
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
1998 26mm Rolex Presidential 18K Gold Watch with Champagne Dial and Fluted Bezel
By Rolex
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Metal Type: 18K Solid Yellow Gold. Movement: Self-Winding (Automatic). Bracelet / Strap: Presidential 18K Solid Yellow Gold.
18k Gold
Vintage 1982 Rolex Lady Datejust 69178 18K Yellow Gold Stella Red Dial Auto 26mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Solid Gold With A Flash Of Color This is not just a watch, but a substantial piece of jewelry.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1982 Rolex Lady Datejust 6917 18K Yellow Gold Stella Red Dial Auto 26mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Solid Gold With A Flash Of Color This is not just a watch, but a substantial piece of jewelry.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
Yellow Gold
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18K Everose Gold Chocolate Dial Mens Watch 116515LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Department: Unisex Model Number: 116515LN Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Model: Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Style: Luxury Band Color: Black Dial Color: Chocolate Case Color:...
Gold
Vintage 1990 Rolex Day-Date 18238 18K Yellow Gold Blue Dial Automatic 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Gold Standard With A Modern Engine The Rolex Day-Date has been the definitive statement of prestige for over sixty years, a watch made exclusively in precious metals.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Tudor Prince 35mm Coca Cola 25 Years Service 14K Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A rare Rolex Tudor Prince awarded by Coca-Cola for 25 years of service, this timepiece features a 35mm gold case with a green leather strap.
14k Gold
Rolex Oyester Perpetual Datejust 41mm steel and rose gold with box and papers
By Rolex
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
This model features Everose Rolesor, Rolex's signature marriage of high-performance Oystersteel and 18 ct Everose gold.
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Steel, Rose Gold
Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 18k Gold SS 1960s Mens Vintage Automatic RA800
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1601 Datejust automatic with 18k gold bezel, c.1963, in excellent, unpolished working condition.
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
Rolex President Day-Date II 41mm Fluted Bezel 18K Gold Black Dial Watch 218238
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
The Rolex Day-Date 218238 is a bold and elegant timepiece, crafted entirely in 18k yellow gold for a luxurious and commanding presence.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Dress Watch circa 1950 with Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold / Set with Vintage Rose Cut Stones .75Cts.
18k Gold
Vintage 1960 Rolex Air-King 5500 Gold Plated Matte White Dial Auto 34mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Key Specs Reference: 5500 Model: Air-King Year: 1960 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 34mm Bezel: Smooth, Gold Plated Bracelet: Leather Strap Dial: Matte White Metal: Gold Plated Stai...
Gold Plate
Rolex Submariner 116613LB Bluesy Two Tone Steel & 18K Gold Circa Full Set Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A 2018 Rolex Submariner Date ref. 116613LB “Bluesy” in two-tone Oystersteel and 18K yellow gold, featuring a blue Cerachrom ceramic unidirectional bezel, blue dial with gold luminous...
Stainless Steel, Gold
Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 18k Gold SS 1960s Mens 36mm Vintage Automatic RA800B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1601 Datejust automatic with 18k gold bezel, c.1963, in excellent, unpolished working condition.
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex 16014 Datejust 36mm 18k Gold SS 1980s Mens Diamond Dial Automatic RA812
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.16014 diamond dial automatic, c.1980, in excellent working condition.
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona Cosmograph 116523 40mm Black Dial 18k Yellow Gold Steel Box
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116523 Serial: 6025**** Year: 2010 - 2016 Model: Rolex Daytona Cosmograph Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel ...
Yellow Gold, Steel
New Rolex Datejust 41 Mint Green New Release Steel White Gold Watch 126334
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust 126334 Model Number: m126334-0027 Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Style: Luxury Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Vin...
White Gold, Steel
Rolex Submariner Date Yellow Gold Sunburst Blue Tritium Dial Men's Watch 16618
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Submariner Yellow Gold Blue Dial Mens Watch 16618. automatic self-winding movement. 18k yellow gold oyster case 40.0 mm in diameter.
Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31mm 5050 Bubble Back 14k Gold White Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rare vintage piece. Patina on the hands, aftermarket band, and buckle. Reprinted dial and relume hour markers and hands. the watch was produced in 1948. The original Rolex crown does...
14k Gold
Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm 18k White Gold & Platinum Oyster Mens Watch 116689
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Yacht-Master II White Gold Platinum Men's Watch 116689.
White Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date in 18KYellow Gold Black Mather of Pearl Diamond
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand Rolex Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Condition: Pre-Owned Bracelet: 18K Yellow Gold Model: President Day Date Diamond: 1.85ctw Clarity: VS1 Color: F Movement: Automatic Case Di...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Datejust 26mm Two Tone 18K Gold Steel Fluted Bezel Jubilee Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 26mm automatic watch in two-tone 18K yellow gold and stainless steel featuring a champagne dial with applied gold baton indices, fluted 18K go...
18k Gold
Rolex GMT-Master 40mm Yellow Gold Steel Black Dial Jubilee Watch 16753
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex GMT Master Steel Yellow Gold Nipple Dial Watch 16753.
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust Two-Tone Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Jubilee Men's Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Stainless steel and 18k yellow gold Jubilee bracelet. Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Model number: 16233 Movement: Automatic Case material: Steel Bracelet material: Gold/Stee...
Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Gold Sigma Dial, 1973, Men's Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in bronshoj, DK
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Gold Sigma Dial. 1973. Men's wristwatch, original steel bracelet, plexiglass.
Rolex Day Date 18078 Red Degrade Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Day-Date 18038 Men's Watch. This timepiece features a 36mm case made of 18K yellow gold, complemented by an 18K yellow gold fluted bezel.
18k Gold
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18K Rose Gold Pink Dial Mens Watch 116515LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
. * Warranties provided by us are exclusively handled by our own certified watchmakers. Details: Brand Rolex Type Wristwatch Department Men Model Number 116515LN Country/Region of M...
Rose Gold
Rolex Datejust 16233 Champagne 18K Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A Rolex jubilee of 18K yellow gold and stainless steel with deployment buckle.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer 14K Yellow Gold Ref. # 1002 1974 "Mint Shape"
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Superlative, fine condition. Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer 14K Gold Ref. # 1002 Year of Production: 1974 Gender: Unisex Dial: Silver Crystal: Acrylic...
Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 36mm Purple Aubergine Diamond Dial 18K White Gold Watch 126234
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 36 Model number: 126234 Movement: Automatic Case material: Gold/Steel Bracelet material: Steel Year of production: 2025 Condition: Brand New Sco...
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel, White Gold
Rolex Presidential 18kt Gold White Diamond Dial Bezel and Lugs 6917
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 26mm Presidential 18kt Gold White Diamond Dial Bezel and Lugs 6917 This watch is in like new condition.
Diamond, Gold
Rolex Presidential 18kt Gold Green Diamond Dial Bezel and Lugs 6917
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 26mm Presidential 18kt Gold Green Diamond Dial Bezel and Lugs 6917 This watch is in like new condition.
Diamond, Gold
Rolex Presidential 18kt Gold Black Roman Diamond Numeral Dial Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Presidential 18kt Gold Black Roman Diamond Numeral Dial Diamond Bezel 18038.
Diamond, Gold
Rolex Presidential 18kt Gold Black String Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 18038
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Presidential 18kt Gold Black String Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 18038 This watch is in like new condition.
Diamond, Gold
Rolex Presidential 18kt Gold Pink MOP Roman Diamond Numeral Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Presidential 18kt Gold Pink MOP Roman Diamond Numeral Dial Diamond Bezel 18038.
Diamond, Gold
Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Cellissima 26mm Dial Diamond Bezel 6671 Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Cellissima 26mm Dial Diamond Bezel 6671 Watch – a masterpiece that seamlessly fuses elegance and precision.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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
Rolex Yacht-Master Custom Rainbow Bezel Black Dial Everose Gold Watch 116655
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
General Information: Brand: Rolex Gender: Men's Weight: 155 grams Movement: Type: Mechanical (Automatic) Caliber: Rolex caliber 3135 Complications: Date Indicator Case: Material: R...
Rose Gold
Rolex President 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Watch 69178G Excellent
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. 100% original, Fully serviced and working perfectly. Impossible to find in this condition. Excellent condition. Comes with original box but no papers.
Yellow Gold
Vintage 1982 Rolex Datejust 16014 Steel Grey Tapestry Dial White Gold Auto 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The combination of the white gold bezel and the textured grey dial is understated yet distinct.
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1982 Ladies Rolex 6917 with Diamond Bezel 18k Yellow Gold Complete
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Complete with original box and papers. Vintage 6917 18k 1982 ladies Datejust with a diamond bezel. Crafted out of 18k yellow gold paired with a champagne dial and the iconic Presiden...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Date 15238 34mm Champagne Dial 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Box Paper 2002
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 15238 Serial: P28**** Year: 2002 Model: Rolex Date Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Band: 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Bezel: 18k Yellow Gold Fluted ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Vintage Gents 18 Karat Gold Silver Dial 5048
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Vintage Gents Wristwatch, original silver dial with applied hour markers, a fixed 18k rose gold bezel, a brown leather strap with a gold ...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Blue Dial Yellow Gold Batons 34mm 15200
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
"A stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date, reference 15200, featuring a blue dial with applied yellow gold baton hour markers and matching gold luminous hands.
Stainless Steel
16233J Rolex Diamond Studded Watch
By Rolex
Located in kOWLOON, HK
1990’s Model Datejust 36 In Stainless Steel And 18ct Yellow Gold Factory Champagne Jubilee Big Stone Diamond Dial 16233 Model complete With The Original Rolex Box, Invoice And 12 M...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Ref 1029 Zephyr Mens 1970s 18k Gold 35mm Diamond Automatic RA698B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dazzling classic, 18k solid gold Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.1029 Zephyr diamond bezel, c.1971, in excellent working condition!
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust Champagne Dial Diamond & Emerald Bezel 18k Gold/Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 31mm Champagne Dial Diamond & Emerald Bezel 18k Gold/Steel Watch The watch is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to ensure ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, 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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Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
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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.