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Rolex Datejust 16234 36mm TROPICAL Jubilee Diamond Dial 18k Gold Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16234 36mm TROPICAL Jubilee Diamond Dial 18k Gold Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 16234 36mm TROPICAL Jubilee Diamond Dial 18k Gold Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Jubilee Bezel: 18k White Gold Fluted Dial: TROPICAL Factory

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Jubilee Black Diamond Dial 18k Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel
Rolex Datejust Jubilee Black Diamond Dial 18k Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel

Rolex Datejust Jubilee Black Diamond Dial 18k Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Black Diamond Dial 18k Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel Jubilee Two Tone Watch 16013

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Navy Blue Diamond Roman Dial Jubilee Bracelet
Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Navy Blue Diamond Roman Dial Jubilee Bracelet

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Navy Blue Diamond Roman Dial Jubilee Bracelet

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm Diamond Bezel Navy Blue Diamond Roman Dial Jubilee Bracelet 16014 This watch

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Champagne Color String Diamond Accent Dial
Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Champagne Color String Diamond Accent Dial

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Champagne Color String Diamond Accent Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Men's Rolex 36mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Champagne Color String Diamond Accent Dial Bezel + Lugs

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 36mm Datejust SSChocolate Dial Diamond Roman Numerals Jubilee Band 16014
Rolex 36mm Datejust SSChocolate Dial Diamond Roman Numerals Jubilee Band 16014

Rolex 36mm Datejust SSChocolate Dial Diamond Roman Numerals Jubilee Band 16014

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Stainless Steel Chocolate Dial Diamond Roman Numerals Jubilee Band 16014. This

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Black Dial with Diamonds 16014 Stainless Steel Jubilee Band
Rolex Datejust Black Dial with Diamonds 16014 Stainless Steel Jubilee Band

Rolex Datejust Black Dial with Diamonds 16014 Stainless Steel Jubilee Band

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Black Dial with Diamonds 16014 Stainless Steel Jubilee Band This watch is in

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173
Rolex Datejust Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173

Rolex Datejust Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel White MOP String Diamond Dial Jubilee Band
Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel White MOP String Diamond Dial Jubilee Band

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel White MOP String Diamond Dial Jubilee Band

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Diamond Bezel White Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Jubilee Band 16013

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Dial Bezel + Lugs
Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Dial Bezel + Lugs

Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Dial Bezel + Lugs

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Dial Bezel + Lugs We take great pride in

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT Master 16758 NIPPLE DIAL 18K Yellow Gold Jubilee Band 40mm
Rolex GMT Master 16758 NIPPLE DIAL 18K Yellow Gold Jubilee Band 40mm

Rolex GMT Master 16758 NIPPLE DIAL 18K Yellow Gold Jubilee Band 40mm

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Jubilee Band Bezel: Black Dial: Black Nipple Dial Face: Sapphire

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Unworn Rolex Datejust 31 White Jubilee Reference# 278274, Complete set, 2025
Unworn Rolex Datejust 31 White Jubilee Reference# 278274, Complete set, 2025

Unworn Rolex Datejust 31 White Jubilee Reference# 278274, Complete set, 2025

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Rolex Datejust 31 Ref. 278274-0010 is a refined expression of timeless elegance, precision, and sophistication. Crafted in White Rolesor, a harmonious blend of Oystersteel and 18...

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady-Datejust Diamond Bezel & Lugs Cream Jubilee Stick Dial 69173
Rolex Lady-Datejust Diamond Bezel & Lugs Cream Jubilee Stick Dial 69173

Rolex Lady-Datejust Diamond Bezel & Lugs Cream Jubilee Stick Dial 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Diamond Bezel & Lugs Cream Jubilee Stick Dial 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Blue Diamond Dial with Sapphire & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band
Rolex Datejust Blue Diamond Dial with Sapphire & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band

Rolex Datejust Blue Diamond Dial with Sapphire & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Blue Diamond Dial with Sapphire & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band 16014

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Silver Floral Dial Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Jubilee
Rolex Datejust 36mm Silver Floral Dial Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Jubilee

Rolex Datejust 36mm Silver Floral Dial Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Jubilee

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm Silver Floral Dial Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Jubilee Bracelet 16014

Category

1990s European 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

Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Metallic Pink Diamond Dial 69173
Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Metallic Pink Diamond Dial 69173

Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Metallic Pink Diamond Dial 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Metallic Pink Diamond Dial Bezel + Lugs + Emerald 69173

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 28 Dark Grey Diamond Stainless Steel Jubilee 279160 Unworn
Rolex Datejust 28 Dark Grey Diamond Stainless Steel Jubilee 279160 Unworn

Rolex Datejust 28 Dark Grey Diamond Stainless Steel Jubilee 279160 Unworn

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

design. With a sleek, stainless steel case and jubilee bracelet, this timepiece boasts a timeless and

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex 1952-1961 Oyster 34 Perpetual Reference 1003 Two Tone Jubilee Band
Rolex 1952-1961 Oyster 34 Perpetual Reference 1003 Two Tone Jubilee Band

Rolex 1952-1961 Oyster 34 Perpetual Reference 1003 Two Tone Jubilee Band

By Rolex

Located in Providence, RI

-tone Jubilee band makes it a sophisticated choice for any watch lover. Brand: Rolex Model: Oyster

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Cream Pyramid Roman Dial Jubilee Band Two Tone
Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Cream Pyramid Roman Dial Jubilee Band Two Tone

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Cream Pyramid Roman Dial Jubilee Band Two Tone

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Diamond Bezel Cream Pyramid Roman Dial Jubilee Band Two Tone Watch 16013

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Custom Diamond Bezel and Lugs 69174
Rolex Datejust Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Custom Diamond Bezel and Lugs 69174

Rolex Datejust Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Custom Diamond Bezel and Lugs 69174

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 26mm Datejust Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Custom Diamond Bezel and Lugs Jubilee Band 69174

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16234 Silver Dial, Jubilee Circa 1991
Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16234 Silver Dial, Jubilee Circa 1991

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16234 Silver Dial, Jubilee Circa 1991

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Black Dial Jubilee Bracelet, Early 1970's
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Black Dial Jubilee Bracelet, Early 1970's

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Black Dial Jubilee Bracelet, Early 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Glossy Pink Flower Dial 69173
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Glossy Pink Flower Dial 69173

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Glossy Pink Flower Dial 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Glossy Pink Flower Dial 8 + 2 Diamond Accent Bezel

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Metallic Pink Diamond Dial 69173
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Metallic Pink Diamond Dial 69173

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Metallic Pink Diamond Dial 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Metallic Pink Diamond Dial Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36 Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee Band 16233 Circa 1993
Rolex Datejust 36 Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee Band 16233 Circa 1993

Rolex Datejust 36 Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee Band 16233 Circa 1993

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex DateJust Jubilee Black Dial Two-Tone Rose Gold Diamond Hour Markers
Rolex DateJust Jubilee Black Dial Two-Tone Rose Gold Diamond Hour Markers

Rolex DateJust Jubilee Black Dial Two-Tone Rose Gold Diamond Hour Markers

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

significance lies in the dial. A smooth Everrose gold bezel sets the stage for a subtle, yet glossy "Jubilee

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Rolex Datejust 36 Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee Band 16233 Circa 1995
Rolex Datejust 36 Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee Band 16233 Circa 1995

Rolex Datejust 36 Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee Band 16233 Circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm SS Diamond Bezel Black Stick Dial Jubilee Bracelet 16014
Rolex Datejust 36mm SS Diamond Bezel Black Stick Dial Jubilee Bracelet 16014

Rolex Datejust 36mm SS Diamond Bezel Black Stick Dial Jubilee Bracelet 16014

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm White Roman Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band
Rolex Datejust 36mm White Roman Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band

Rolex Datejust 36mm White Roman Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm White Roman Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band 16014

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

3 Carat Diamond Bezel Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Bracelet Ref. 16013
3 Carat Diamond Bezel Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Bracelet Ref. 16013

3 Carat Diamond Bezel Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Bracelet Ref. 16013

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

around the bezel and on the Roman Numeral hour markers. Complemented with a two-tone jubilee strap and

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Roman Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1991
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Roman Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1991

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Roman Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1991

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Linen Dial Jubilee 16013 Circa 1979
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Linen Dial Jubilee 16013 Circa 1979

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Linen Dial Jubilee 16013 Circa 1979

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Diamond Dial Jubilee 16013 Circa 1987
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Diamond Dial Jubilee 16013 Circa 1987

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Diamond Dial Jubilee 16013 Circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Index Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Index Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Index Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Arabic Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1998
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Arabic Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1998

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Arabic Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1998

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Linen Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1997
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Linen Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1997

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Linen Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1997

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Index Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 2000
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Index Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 2000

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Index Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 2000

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Roman Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Roman Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Roman Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone White Roman Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1997
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone White Roman Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1997

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone White Roman Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1997

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone White Arabic Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 2000
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone White Arabic Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 2000

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone White Arabic Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 2000

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone White Diamond Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1989
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone White Diamond Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1989

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone White Diamond Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1989

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36 2tone 116233 Diamond Bezel Black Logo Dial Jubilee Band
Rolex Datejust 36 2tone 116233 Diamond Bezel Black Logo Dial Jubilee Band

Rolex Datejust 36 2tone 116233 Diamond Bezel Black Logo Dial Jubilee Band

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36 2tone 116233 Diamond Bezel Black Sunburst Dial Jubilee Band
Rolex Datejust 36 2tone 116233 Diamond Bezel Black Sunburst Dial Jubilee Band

Rolex Datejust 36 2tone 116233 Diamond Bezel Black Sunburst Dial Jubilee Band

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

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Jubilee Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate jubilee watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Stainless Steel and 18k Gold. You can easily find a 163 antique edition and 92 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a jubilee watch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Take a look at a jubilee watch featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut alternatives. When shopping for a jubilee watch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.

How Much is a Jubilee Watch?

The price for a jubilee watch starts at $1,088 and tops out at $43,416 with these watches, on average, selling for $7,736.

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.

Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.