1971 Rolex King Midas 1st Generation Yellow Gold Ref. 9630
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
King Midas 1st Gen The Rolex King Midas, introduced in 1962 and designed by Gérald Genta, stands
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex King Midas Reference 4315 18k Yellow Gold Watch with Original Box
By Rolex
Located in Monaco, MC
Presenting the legendary Rolex King Midas, Reference 4315—an exceptional and rare timepiece that
Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Cellini 29MM 4015 KING MIDAS Left Handed 18K White Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
hallmark) can also be found on the item. ROLEX CELLINI KING MIDAS 4015 All parts are Rolex Factory. Pre
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
W 0.99 in D 0.2 in Dm 1.07 in L 7.49 in
Rolex Cellini King Midas 4609 Rare 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Manual
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Cellini King Midas 4609 Rare 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Manual 27MM
White Gold
Rolex 18 Karat Yellow Gold King Midas Tiger's Eye Dial Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold King Midas Tiger's Eye Manual Wind Wristwatch Beautiful Factory Tiger's Eye
Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold
Vintage Rolex King Midas Cellini Reference 4017-8 in 18 Karat White Case, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's (Early) Vintage Rolex Cellini King Midas Ref. 4017-8 18k White Gold watch with Blue Dial
Vintage Rolex King Midas Cellini Reference 40170-10 in 18 Karat White Gold 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's (Early) Vintage Rolex Cellini King Midas Ref. 4017-10 18k White Gold watch with Silver Dial
18K Yellow Gold King Midas Cufflinks
Located in Dallas, TX
18K Yellow Gold King Midas Cufflinks - 18K Yellow gold coin with the face of King Midas. Diameter
Rolex Cellini King Midas 4143
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning yet simple Cellini King Midas in white gold by Rolex. Features a champagne dial with
Diamond, White Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold King Midas Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
18k yellow gold Rolex King Midas bracelet watch, circa 1980s. Flexible link bracelet, manual-wind
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1970's 'King Midas' New Condition 18K Yellow Gold Rolex Cellini
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An 18 Karat Yellow Gold "King Midas" Cellini Watch by Rolex - new condition, original sticker on
18k Gold
Sold
H 1.11 in W 1.11 in
Rolex Cellini, Very Rare 18k WGold "King Midas" Ref. 4017 Wristwatch, C. 1972
By Rolex
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful and Rare Rolex King Midas, Ref. 4017, the asymmetrical Cellini line. Produced Circa 1972
18k Gold
Rolex White Gold King Midas Cellini Omani Crest Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rare 18k White Gold King Midas Cellini Vintage Gents Wristwatch, lapiz lazuli dial with the Omani
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Very Rare Rolex King Midas 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Watch Ref 4153
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Very Rare Rolex King Midas 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch Ref 4153 - Mechanical winding. 18k yellow
True Collectors Piece Very Rare Rolex King Midas 18 Karat Gold Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
True Collectors Piece Very Rare Rolex King Midas 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch - Quartz. 18k yellow
Sold
H 0.91 in W 0.91 in
1981 Rolex King Midas Cellini Hobnail Dial Unpolished Ref. 4312/8 (with Papers)
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Rolex King Midas Cellini ‘Clous de Paris’ The Rolex King Midas is one of the most unusual and
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Striped King Midas Left-Handed Cellini Gold 4912 Manual Wind Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rare 18k Yellow Gold and 18k White Gold Striped Pentagonal King Midas Cellini Left-Handed Vintage
18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold King Midas Tiger's Eye Dial Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Manual winding. 18k yellow gold case (25mm x 35mm). Beautiful tiger's eye dial. Integrated massive heavy 18k yellow gold bracelet (will fit apx. 7-in. wrist). Pre-owned ca. 1973 with...
Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
ROLEX King Midas Rare Tiger's Eye Dial Like-New Condition
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
One of the finest and most chic of the Midas collection, boasting a rare Tiger's Eye stone dial
Quartz, 18k Gold
Vintage 18 Karat White Gold Rolex Cellini King Midas Watch, circa 1974
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Rolex Cellini King Midas 18 Karat White Gold Watch c.1974 Model # M4017/9 Composition: 18K
White Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold King Midas Left-Handed Wristwatch Ref 9630
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This Rolex is the First King Midas & only left-handed model reference 9630. It has a polygonal
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 18 Karat White Gold King Midas Ref 3580, circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This Rolex is the First King Midas & only left-handed model reference 3580. It has a polygonal
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Cellini Left Handed King Midas Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex Cellini Left Handed King Midas reference 4126 in 18k yellow gold with a wood dial applied
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex White Gold Cellini King Midas Wristwatch Ref 4015, circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex Cellini King Midas reference 4015 in 18k white gold with mirrored blue dial, movement
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold King Midas Asymmetric Bracelet Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A 1970's Rolex "King Midas" in 18k Yellow Gold Ref. 4344. Ribbed textured bracelet with champagne
18k Gold
Rolex King Midas 9630, Gold Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex King Midas Reference #: 9630. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Yellow Gold Gold 26 MM
Rolex King Midas 9630, Gold Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex King Midas Reference #: 9630. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Yellow Gold Gold 27 MM
Rolex King Midas 9630 Vintage Manual 18 Karat Yellow Gold Champagne Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex King Midas 9630 Vintage Manual 18k Yellow Gold Champagne Dial 27mm
Vintage Rolex King Midas Cellini Reference 4126 with Rare Case, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970's Vintage Rolex King Midas Cellini Ref. 4126 18k Yellow Gold watch with Unique Rare Studded
Rolex Yellow Gold King Midas Wristwatch circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold King Midas wristwatch, circa 1967. This unusual Rolex watch has a sapphire
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,238Sale Price|44% Off
Size: 40
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent...
Rolex Cellini 4015 18K Yellow Gold Orange Dial & Customized 10K Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This exceptional Rolex watch, crafted in Switzerland, showcases a luxurious design that exemplifies the brand's dedication to craftsmanship and elegance. The timepiece features a pre...
18k Gold
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 2.00 Carat Vivid Pink Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From The Museum Vault At Emilio Jewelry Located on New York's Fifth Avenue, A true collection piece. Sits in the center a magnificent elongated oval. Gia certified as a natural vivid...
Pink Diamond, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 7.02 Carat Natural Blue Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the museum vault at Emilio Jewelry New York, One of the rarest and only diamonds of its size and color. Please inquire for details.
Blue Diamond
Van Cleef & Arpels Convertible Turquoise Diamond Zip Necklace Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The Zip necklace is widely regarded as one of the most ingenious and iconic creations in the history of High Jewelry. The idea of transforming an ordinary zipper into a jewel is beli...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$29,920
H 12 in W 12 in D 12 in
Chanel 1992 Rare Vintage Square Top Handle Train Case Vanity Decor Jewelry Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage Square Top Handle Train Case Vanity Decor Jewelry Box Year: 1992 {Vintage 33 Years} 24K Gold plated hardware Black quilted diamond quilted leather Leather and...
$59,500
H 10.5 in W 19.5 in
Hermes Birkin 50 Limited Edition Endless Road Bleu De Prusse Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
The Hermès Blue de Prusse Limited Edition Endless Road Birkin 50 Haute à Courroies is a remarkable fusion of artistry and craftsmanship. This exclusive piece from the 2019 Collection...
Chanel Lion Head Pearl & Leather Evening Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Exceptional Piece - Chanel Lion Head Pearl & Leather Evening Bag Black, round shaped evening bag crafted from lambskin leather designed with iconic diamond quilting. Featuring over...
100-Carat Diamond Tennis Necklace D-E-F Color VVS-VS Clarity
Located in Mumbai, IN
This 100-carat diamond tennis necklace is an awe-inspiring creation that embodies timeless sophistication and expert craftsmanship. At its core are GIA-certified diamonds in D, E, an...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Important 1920s Glass-Type Floating Flower Jadeite Bangles 段家玉 Duan Family Jade
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This exceptional jadeite jade bangle is one of the legendary Duan Family Jades (段家玉), originating from a remarkable 150kg jadeite boulder discovered around 1920 by jade merchant Duan...
Jade
$9,279,889
W 13 in D 6 in L 18 in
Emerald Diamond Pendant 3 Ct 0.41 Ct White Gold Panjshir Afghanistan Great Color
Located in Viena, Viena
estimated value approx. 9.550,-- euros real emeralds make you happy, here a noble pendant decorated with diamonds in halo style, a fine emerald (oiled) approx. 2.13 ct, intensive co...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Vivid Pure Green Diamond
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. We are pleased to present the only Gia ...
Diamond
Rolex Submariner Diamond And Sapphire Set 116659SABR
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An unworn men's Submariner wristwatch in 18k white gold. Featuring a diamond pave dial set with 8 sapphire diamond hour markers and a date aperture at 3 o'clock. Complimenting the di...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar 25820BA.0.0944BA.01
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Perpetual Calendar in yellow gold from Audemars Piguet's Royal Oak collection. Featuring a champagne dial and a bezel featuring the iconic 8 Audemars Piguet screws. The dial itself...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus Travel Time Chronograph NOS 5990/1A-001
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A now discontinued model, this Nautilus Travel Time in stainless steel by Patek Philippe is in unworn NOS condition. Featuring a black gradated horizontally embossed dial that featur...
Stainless Steel
Remarkable Rotonde Astrotourbillon Skeleton Watch by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in San Francisco, CA
A truly special collectible timepiece by the one and only Cartier, This incredibly rare Rotonde de Cartier Astrotoubillon is one of a limited and numbered series of only 100 ever mad...
18k Gold, White Gold
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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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.
These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.