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1960s Georges L’Enfant 18k gold bracelet
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Malmö, SE
From France’s most revered goldsmith. The intricately woven links of a Georges L’Enfant bracelet
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Link Bracelets

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18k Gold

Rolex Daytona Black MOP Diamond Dial Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Daytona Black MOP Diamond Dial Black PVD/DLC Coated l Watch 116523
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2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Zenith Movement Daytona Rare Champagne Mark I Floating Dial 16523
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
excellent condition, comes complete with a Rolex box and Punched Papers dated April 1989. NB: This
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm MOP Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee Bracelet Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust with a 36mm 18K yellow gold case and an Aftermarket Mother of Pearl Diamond dial
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Yellow Gold MOP Diamond Dial Bezel Mens Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Mens Watch 16233. Officially certified
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold

George L'Enfant 1970 For Rolex Watch Very Rare Op-Art Pendant 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
An Op-Art pendant watch by George L'Enfant for Rolex Watch Co. A fantastic and extremely rare
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tudor Princess Oysterdate by Rolex Watch
By Tudor
Located in Roma, IT
acciaio L'orologio è fornito con scatola e documenti originali Tudor Oysterdate Princess Reference 92400
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Georges Lenfant 18 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Circles Bracelet
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in New York, NY
Rolex, Hermès, and Vacheron Constantin. This subtle mark of distinction symbolized not just the
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

31.45CT Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Tennis Bracelet 6.9" Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
natural diamond - that makes every stone to way over 1.00CT each. Diamonds are well matched in color - K-L
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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Rolex Datejust 16013 Two-Tone Mop Jubilee
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
Brand - Rolex Model - 16013 Datejust Case Size - 36mm Dial - Refinished Mother of Pearl Diamond Crystal - Acrylic Bezel - Yellow Gold Flute Movement - Automatic Cal-3035 Quick set...
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Alhambra 12 Motifs Long Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bilbao, ES
Lucky Alhambra long necklace, 12 motifs, 18K yellow gold, carnelian, tiger’s eye, white and gray mother-of-pearl, malachite. REF. VCARD80100 Carnelian: 2 stones Malachite: 3 stones M...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Carnelian, Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ladies Rolex 2Tone Gold/SS Datejust Bracelet Watch Diamond Dial Bezel ref 6917
By Rolex
Located in Richmond, CA
An elegant ladies Rolex in 2 tone yellow gold and stainless steel, with a 2 tone Rolex jubilee bracelet. The dial is gold, custom set with aftermarket diamond markers. The aftermarke...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermes Paris Gold 'Chain d' Ancre' Long Link Necklace
By Hermès
Located in Greenwich, CT
Circle yourself in precious gold with this iconic Hermes Paris vintage 'chain d'ancre' 32" link necklace. Wear it long or wrapped but, either way, you will wear it everyday. Sign...
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Vintage 1980s French Modernist Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Hermes 'Chain d'Ancre' Vintage Gold Link Necklace
By Hermès
Located in Greenwich, CT
Circle yourself in precious gold with this iconic Hermes Paris vintage medium size 'chain d'ancre' 17" toggle link necklace. Signed Hermes. Circa 1980. 18 karat polished yellow gold.
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Vintage 1980s French Modernist Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Men's Stainless Steel Model 15010 Oyster Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Popular Men's Rolex Wrist Watch Model 15010 with 33mm Steel Case and Stainless Steel Oyster Bracelet. This chronometer is a perpetual date only watch and has a factory new 15010 Role...
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Havana Cigar Band Ring, 1970
By Cartier
Located in Riverdale, NY
Iconic and collectible Cartier Havana Cigar Band Ring in 18k gold with matte red enamel. There is loss on enamel on both sides (see pix) and some on central motif. Gold is in good co...
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Vintage 1970s American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Datejust 16013 Champagne Diamond Jubilee
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
(Watch Description) Brand - Rolex Gender - Unisex Model - 16013 Datejust Metals - Yellow Gold / Steel Case size - 36mm Bezel -Yellow Gold Fluted Crystal - Acrylic Movement - Automat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Tiffany Vintage 18ct Gold Chain Link Bracelet With Rope-Like Texture Circa 1980s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
A vintage 18ct gold bracelet by Tiffany & Co. circa 1980s, the chunky heavy bracelet formed of ten uniform rectangular chain links with rounded corners in a braided textured finish w...
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Late 20th Century American Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Ladies 26mm Datejust 6917 Blue Diamond Sapphire Jubilee
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
(Watch Description) Brand - Rolex Gender - Ladies Model - 6917 Datejust Metals - Steel / Yellow Gold Case size - 26mm Bezel - Yellow Gold Diamond/Sapphire Crystal - sapphire Movement...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 36mm Datejust 16233 Champagne Diamond Jubilee
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
(Watch Description) Brand - Rolex Model - 16233 Datejust Metals - Yellow Gold / Steel Case Size - 36mm Dial - Champagne Diamond Crystal - Sapphire Movement - Automatic CAL,3135 Wrist...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona Cosmograph 116518
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A mens yellow gold Cosmograph Daytona by Rolex. Featuring a black and champagne-colour dial with red detailing known as a Paul Newman dial and a yellow-gold bezel set with a tachymet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Daytona Cosmograph 116518
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Rolex Mens Datejust Black PVD 116234 Diamond Roman
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
(Watch Description) Brand - Rolex Gender - Unisex Model - 116234 Datejust Metals - Stainless steel - Black PVD Coated Case size - 36mm Bezel - White gold fluted -PVD Coated Crystal ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Historical Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Big Red 6263 steel 1979
By Rolex
Located in Bilbao, ES
First launched in 1963 and created specifically for the world of automotive racing, the Rolex Daytona collection is arguably one of the most popular and universally respected lines o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs White MOP Mother of Pearl Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs White MOP Mother Of Pearl Dial with Accent 68273
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Hermes Birkin 35 Diamond Bordeaux Porosus Crocodile Bag White Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an exceptional Hermes Birkin 35 Diamond Porosus Crocodile bag featured in jewel toned Bordeaux. Exquisite and rare color, this Hermes Birkin bag with 18K White Gold...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

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Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Daytona Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16523
By Rolex
Located in Munich, Bavaria
, screw-down push-buttons, L -series, d=40mm MOVEMENT caliber Rolex 4030 (Zenith), automatic
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Cosmography Daytona Wristwatch Ref 16523
By Rolex
Located in Westlake Village, CA
on its own or as a “donor” for a more important, gold example. Matching its L serial number, this
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rolex 14 Karat Yellow Gold Watch with a Salmon Dial, 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960's Vintage Rolex 14k Yellow Gold Rolex Recognition Watch Issued from L'Oreal Cosmetics with
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel “L” Series Zenith Daytona Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
“L” series example has a four line dial, special MK I bezel with 55 units (use only for R and L
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Prince Railway Manual Wristwatch Ref L 862
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Prince Railway Ref L 862 Men's Watch - Manual winding. Gold case ( 20 mm x 37 m ). White dial
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Pre-Owned Early “L Series” Rolex “Zenith” Daytona Ref. #16523
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Noted for its unpolished case, distinctive patina and uncommon-for-the-model black “inverted 6” dial, this is a handsome example of this prized model. It has been guarded in mint ori...
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Zenith Movement Cosmograph Daytona L Serial Rare Floating Porcelain Dial
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
with a Rolex box and Punched Papers dated April 1990. NB: This timepiece is an L serial with a
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel "Bull's Eye" Dial l Stylized Wristwatch Ref 4498
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
black strap, also available with rare Rolex HK bracelet.
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 69174G Ladies 10P Diamond Silver Engraved Dial L-Series Watch
By Rolex
Located in Holtsville, NY
Discover the timeless elegance of the Rolex Datejust 10P Diamond 69174G, a pre-owned luxury
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Silver, White Gold

Rolex 15223 Date Champagne Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex Model: Date Reference Number: 15223 Serial: “L” Case Material: Stainless Steel Dial
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex President Midsize 18K Yellow Gold Watch 6827
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex President Midsize 18K Yellow Gold Watch 6827 - Automatic winding. 18K Yellow gold l (31mm
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

18K Yellow Gold Ladies Diamond Rolex Watch, Datejust
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
18k Yellow Gold ladies Rolex Datejust with factory Diamond dial. 26MM case size. The Diamond
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Daytona Mechanical Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Classic Cosmograph Daytona in 904 L steel and 18kt yellow gold. Beautiful Mother of pearl diamond
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Stainless Steel Date White Roman Ref. 6516
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
BERNARDO ANTICHITÀ PONTE VECCHIO FLORENCE Trust this stainless steel Rolex 6516 Swiss Automatic
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Milgauss Blue Dial Wristwatch Ref 116400
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
2009 Rolex steel Milgauss 116400. Hard to find blue face, clear crystal. Anti-magnetic shield
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Presidential Automatic Wristwatch Ref 18238
By Rolex
Located in Cape May, NJ
Rolex Presidential Composition: Solid 18K Yellow Gold Case and Bracelet Model: 18238 Bezel
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Tapestry Dial Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Cape May, NJ
Brand: Rolex Model #: 16233 Year: L Serial Number Circa 1990 Composition: Stainless Steel & 18K
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies yellow gold diamond “Sea Urchin” Bracelet manual Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Unique and rare, this 1960s Rolex is hand made of 18 karat yellow gold and boasts a three
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Salmon Dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16234
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16234 Model: Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 36mm Crystal
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Neo Vintage Rolex Datejust Ref 1623, Attractive & Rare Dial, Jubilee Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our iconic neo vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16233 features a steel and 18k yellow gold 36mm
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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Rolex 68258 Datejust Champagne Diamond Dial Watch 18 Karat in Stock
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 68258 Model: Datejust Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Case Diameter: 31mm Bezel
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Submariner Blue Dial and Bezel Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16613 Model: Submariner Case Material: Stainless steel Case Diameter: 40mm
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Sub Mariner with Original Dial and Factory Service, 1978
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
"Mark 1" style has a longer coronet at the top of the dial, and the L in “ROLEX” is directly underneath
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

George L'Enfant 1970 Paris for Rolex SA Braided Bracelet Watch 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Braided circles bracelet designed by George L'Enfant for Rolex An impressive, extraordinary and
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Link Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Charriol Blue Mother of Pearl l 060T.100.711 Women's Wristwatch 35 mm
By Charriol
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
, items Chanel, Van Cleef and Arpels, Cartier and Rolex. Our authenticity experts ensure that all our
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2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex 1940 Rose Gold and Steel Mechanical Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940 Rolex Wrist Watch, 39 X 27 MM 2 piece case with a Rose Gold Shell Top and a Stainless
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage Yellow Gold Tiffany and Co Heart and Key Charm Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
: 7.50"L x 0.13"W Heart charm: 1.12"L x 0.81"W Key charm: 1.12"L x 0.37"W at widest section According to
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Chain Bracelets

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Tiffany and Co Heart and Key Charm Bracelet
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Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner-L Series Wristwatch Ref 5513
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This Rolex Submariner 5513 marks the end of an era. This watch is an L Series 5513 Submariner
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Series L White Dial Wristwatch Ref 16570
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
automatic movement, and on a Rolex oyster flip-lock bracelet. Discontinued Model. L Series indicates the
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner 0 5513 Men Stainless Steel Gilt Explorer "Kissing L" Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Xupes Reference: COM002874 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Submariner Model Variant: 0 Model Number
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

ROLEX Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Airking Ref 5500
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Airking Ref 5500, serial #l.9 million, circa 1988. 34mm
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Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Platinum Bracelet Watch Covered With Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in New York City, NY
This is a Rolex rare and fine ladies platinum bracelet wristwatch covered with diamonds
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Swiss Wrist Watches

ROLEX Yellow Gold Double Quick-Set Day-Date President Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Rolex 18k yellow gold double Quick-Set Day-Date President wristwatch, president bracelet, black
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Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Bubble Back Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3372
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
classic by Rolex. Ref 3372 . Dimensions: 33 mm or 1 1/2 L x 1 1/4 W
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Day Date President Ref# 18239 18 Karat White Gold, circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K White Gold Day Date President ref# 18239, L serial # circa 1988. Featuring a 36mm
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Precision Oyster Date Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 6694
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Date Stainless Steel, Reference 6694. Circa 1960. Very good condition with Rolex
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1.0 Carat Diamond and Onyx Bracelet 14 Karat Gold 35.6 Gms Rolex Style Band
Located in Daytona Beach, FL
-I2; I-L The weight of the bracelet is 35.6 grams. The Rolex style band has a hidden box clasp and
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Early 2000s Unknown Modern Link Bracelets

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Onyx, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Enamel 0.90 Carat Old Oval Cut Diamond Band Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
mounted longways. The diamonds are in yellow gold and surrounded by “Rolex Green” enamel work. Etched
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Band Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

1989 5513 Rolex Submariner No-Date L Series
By Rolex
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
. Bracelet is in excellent condition with light stretch. Box & Papers: Original Rolex box and Certificate of
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer 1 Wristwatch Ref 1016
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer l Wristwatch, ref 1016 serial #2.1 million circa 1969. 36mm diameter
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust Serpico Y Liano automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust in stainless steel. To all intents and purposes this is a classic
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

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L Rolex For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact l rolex you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, yellow gold and 18k gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 15 antique edition and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect l rolex may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A l rolex from Rolex and Tudor — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any l rolex from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 1 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. 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 alternatives. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a l rolex, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

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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.

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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.

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