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Rolex Steel Oyster Precision Silver Dial Manual Wind w/ Leather Strap Ref. 6424
Rolex Steel Oyster Precision Silver Dial Manual Wind w/ Leather Strap Ref. 6424

Rolex Steel Oyster Precision Silver Dial Manual Wind w/ Leather Strap Ref. 6424

By Rolex

Located in Central & Western District, HK

While most mid-century manual-wind Rolex models (like the ubiquitous Ref. 6426 or 6694) were built in a conservative 34mm size, the Ref. 6424 is famously nicknamed the "Jumbo" or "Bi...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

1951 Rolex Precision 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Bracelet Watch Original Rolex Box
1951 Rolex Precision 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Bracelet Watch Original Rolex Box

1951 Rolex Precision 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Bracelet Watch Original Rolex Box

By Rolex

Located in Santa Monica, CA

The watch is powered by a signed Rolex Precision 17-jewel manual-wind mechanical movement and is currently in working condition.

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Vintage 1950s Swazi Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Vintage Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist Watch
Rolex Vintage Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist Watch

Rolex Vintage Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1970s Rolex Wrist Watch, 31 M.M x 4.5 M.M thick 2 piece 14k Yellow Gold case, 17 jewel, caliber 1600 mechanical, manual wind nickle lever movement.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Precision Vintage Manual wind Steel Wrist Watch
Rolex Precision Vintage Manual wind Steel Wrist Watch

Rolex Precision Vintage Manual wind Steel Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1954 Rolex Reference 6426 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster case, screw down crown, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle Lever movement, acrylic crystal, "...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Vintage 9ct Rose Gold – 26mm – Manual Wind – 1938
Rolex Vintage 9ct Rose Gold – 26mm – Manual Wind – 1938

Rolex Vintage 9ct Rose Gold – 26mm – Manual Wind – 1938

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Rolex Vintage 9ct Rose Gold – 26mm – Manual Wind – 1938 From a time before formal reference numbers and when a 26mm case was considered suitable for any wrist, this vintage Rolex fr...

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Vintage 1930s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Antique Rolex Oyster Pioneer Watch Face Chronograph Manual Wind
Antique Rolex Oyster Pioneer Watch Face Chronograph Manual Wind

Antique Rolex Oyster Pioneer Watch Face Chronograph Manual Wind

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Introducing a rare and stunning piece of history: an antique Rolex Oyster Pioneer manual winding watch. With its 28mm dial, manual winding movement, seconds chronograph, and impeccab...

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Chromium Marconi Hermetic Manual Wind Watch, circa 1930s
Rolex Chromium Marconi Hermetic Manual Wind Watch, circa 1930s

Rolex Chromium Marconi Hermetic Manual Wind Watch, circa 1930s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex / Marconi STYLE / REFERENCE: Hermetic METAL / MATERIAL: Chromium CIRCA: 1930's DIMENSIONS: Length 35mm X Diameter 29mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 ...

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Vintage 1954 Rolex Small Second Manual Wind Watch Ref. 3882
Vintage 1954 Rolex Small Second Manual Wind Watch Ref. 3882

Vintage 1954 Rolex Small Second Manual Wind Watch Ref. 3882

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex’s early dress-watch craftsmanship is reflected in this vintage 1954 reference 3882, a manual wind watch with a refined small seconds layout.

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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1937 Rolex Ref 3647 Very Rare Antique Manual Wind Watch
1937 Rolex Ref 3647 Very Rare Antique Manual Wind Watch

1937 Rolex Ref 3647 Very Rare Antique Manual Wind Watch

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

Extremely Rare 1930s Rolex Precision Model 3647 Manual Wind Square Watch This late 1930s Rolex manual wind square watch is a remarkable and rare find, showcasing the timeless crafts...

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Vintage 1930s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ref 6426 Classic 1950s Steel Manual wind Wrist Watch
Rolex Ref 6426 Classic 1950s Steel Manual wind Wrist Watch

Rolex Ref 6426 Classic 1950s Steel Manual wind Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1959 Rolex Reference 6426 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster Case, 17 Jewel Caliber 1210 Manual Wind Nickle Lever Movement, Beautiful Original Mint Condition S...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 34mm Manual Wind Steel Oyster Bracelet Watch
Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 34mm Manual Wind Steel Oyster Bracelet Watch

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 34mm Manual Wind Steel Oyster Bracelet Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision reference 6694 manual-wind watch in a 34mm stainless steel case featuring a silver-tone dial with applied baton hour markers, date window at 3 o'cl...

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20th Century Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Precision 22m 18K Gold Champagne Dial Manual Wind Watch
Vintage Rolex Precision 22m 18K Gold Champagne Dial Manual Wind Watch

Vintage Rolex Precision 22m 18K Gold Champagne Dial Manual Wind Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Rolex Precision ladies manual-wind watch in 18K yellow gold featuring a cushion-shaped case with a champagne sunray dial, applied gold baton indices, and Rolex crown logo, wi...

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Vintage 1970s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Rolex 9K Yellow Gold 15 Jewel Manual Wind Women’s Watch
Antique Rolex 9K Yellow Gold 15 Jewel Manual Wind Women’s Watch

Antique Rolex 9K Yellow Gold 15 Jewel Manual Wind Women’s Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This antique Rolex women’s watch features a 9K yellow gold case with a coordinating yellow gold link bracelet and a round champagne-tone dial. The dial is signed Rolex and is designe...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 6426 Silver Dial Manual Wind Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s
Rolex 6426 Silver Dial Manual Wind Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s

Rolex 6426 Silver Dial Manual Wind Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Here's a vintage Rolex reference 6426 manual wind with a silver dial from the 1970s. 34mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel and drilled lugs.

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Pre Daytona Oyster Chronograph 6234 Watch 36mm Manual Wind
Vintage Rolex Pre Daytona Oyster Chronograph 6234 Watch 36mm Manual Wind

Vintage Rolex Pre Daytona Oyster Chronograph 6234 Watch 36mm Manual Wind

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

This vintage relic features three sub-dial chronographs, one-mile telemeter, and is anti-magnetic. - Brand: Rolex - Reference #: 6234 - Model: Oyster Chronograph (Pre-Daytona) - Mo...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind Mens Watch 6694
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind Mens Watch 6694

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind Mens Watch 6694

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned fair condition. No original box and papers. 1 year seller warranty. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 6694 Country/Region of Manufacture: Swi...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini 18K YG 3804 Manual Wind Champagne Dial 30mm
Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini 18K YG 3804 Manual Wind Champagne Dial 30mm

Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini 18K YG 3804 Manual Wind Champagne Dial 30mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

It ignores the bulk of the professional line in favor of a slim, manual-wind profile that sits flush against the wrist.

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rolex Precision 12325 Gold Manual Wind Sub Dial On Leather Watch
Vintage Rolex Precision 12325 Gold Manual Wind Sub Dial On Leather Watch

Vintage Rolex Precision 12325 Gold Manual Wind Sub Dial On Leather Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Rolex Precision 12325 manual-wind watch in yellow gold featuring calibre 710 movement with off-white dial and subsidiary seconds.

Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision Mens Vintage 1950s 34mm Manual Wind RA781
Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision Mens Vintage 1950s 34mm Manual Wind RA781

Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision Mens Vintage 1950s 34mm Manual Wind RA781

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision ref.6022 manual hand-wind dress watch, c.1952, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision Mens Vintage 1950s 34mm Manual Wind RA781
Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision Mens Vintage 1950s 34mm Manual Wind RA781

Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision Mens Vintage 1950s 34mm Manual Wind RA781

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision ref.6022 manual hand-wind dress watch, c.1952, all original, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1969, all original, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774B
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774B

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage classic, Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1969, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1968 Rolex Disco Volante 18K YG Grey Dial Manual Wind 31mm
Vintage 1968 Rolex Disco Volante 18K YG Grey Dial Manual Wind 31mm

Vintage 1968 Rolex Disco Volante 18K YG Grey Dial Manual Wind 31mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

It is a conversation piece that sidesteps the usual references. The manual wind movement requires a daily interaction, a quiet ritual of winding the crown each morning.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670C
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670C

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670C

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classic icon, Rolex ref.6694 Mens Oysterdate Precision manual wind, c.1967, unrestored, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Solid 18k Gold Ladies 1930s Manual Wind Cocktail Watch RA639
Rolex Oyster Solid 18k Gold Ladies 1930s Manual Wind Cocktail Watch RA639

Rolex Oyster Solid 18k Gold Ladies 1930s Manual Wind Cocktail Watch RA639

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Acrylic crystal. 18k solid gold case measuring 21mm, case in pristine vintage condition. Original Rolex crown. 17-Jeweled Rolex Swiss manual wind movement, cleaned and serviced, in e...

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classic icon, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1967, unrestored, all original, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670B
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670B

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1967, unrestored, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Iconic classic, Rolex all-stainless steel Men's Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1962, all original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575B
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575B

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless classic, Rolex Men's Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1962, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signe...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1969 Rolex Oyster Precision 6426 Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind 34 mm
Vintage 1969 Rolex Oyster Precision 6426 Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind 34 mm

Vintage 1969 Rolex Oyster Precision 6426 Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind 34 mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

For decades, as Rolex developed more complex models, the simple, manual-wind Oyster remained the purest expression of the company's core idea: a clean, reliable, and perfectly propor...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1969 Rolex Oyster Precision 6426 Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind 34 mm
Vintage 1969 Rolex Oyster Precision 6426 Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind 34 mm

Vintage 1969 Rolex Oyster Precision 6426 Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind 34 mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

For decades, as Rolex developed more complex models, the simple, manual-wind Oyster remained the purest expression of the company's core idea: a clean, reliable, and perfectly propor...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Oyster 6246 36mm Dial Small Seconds Manual Wind Watch Circa 1972
Vintage Rolex Oyster 6246 36mm Dial Small Seconds Manual Wind Watch Circa 1972

Vintage Rolex Oyster 6246 36mm Dial Small Seconds Manual Wind Watch Circa 1972

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

About The Rolex Oyster Ref. 6246: The Rolex Oyster ref. 6246 belongs to the mid-century generation of manually wound Rolex Oyster watches, recognized for their compact proportions, b...

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Vintage 1970s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Vintage Rolex Cellini Ref 4233 2000s Manual Wind Black Arabic Numeral Dial 34mm
Vintage Rolex Cellini Ref 4233 2000s Manual Wind Black Arabic Numeral Dial 34mm

Vintage Rolex Cellini Ref 4233 2000s Manual Wind Black Arabic Numeral Dial 34mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Here's a Rolex Cellini reference 4233 in 18k white gold two tone (rose gold bezel) manual wind with a black dial and applied Arabic numerals from the early 2000s.

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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Precision 9k Gold Mens 1950s 32mm Vintage Manual Wind Dress Watch RA751
Rolex Precision 9k Gold Mens 1950s 32mm Vintage Manual Wind Dress Watch RA751

Rolex Precision 9k Gold Mens 1950s 32mm Vintage Manual Wind Dress Watch RA751

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage treasure, rare 9k solid gold Rolex Oyster Precision manual wind dress watch, c.1954, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold

Rolex Oyster Ref 6480 All Original Mens 34mm 1950s Manual Wind Vintage RA416S
Rolex Oyster Ref 6480 All Original Mens 34mm 1950s Manual Wind Vintage RA416S

Rolex Oyster Ref 6480 All Original Mens 34mm 1950s Manual Wind Vintage RA416S

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage classic, Men's Rolex ref.6480 Oyster manual hand-wind dress watch, c.1958, all original, unrefurbished, in excellent working condition.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Precision 6426 14k Gold SS 34mm Mens 1960s Manual Wind RA745
Rolex Oyster Precision 6426 14k Gold SS 34mm Mens 1960s Manual Wind RA745

Rolex Oyster Precision 6426 14k Gold SS 34mm Mens 1960s Manual Wind RA745

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless luxury, Rolex Oyster Precision Ref.6426 14k Gold and stainless steel manual hand-wind, c.1969, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, 14k Gold

Vintage Rolex Oyster Precision 50s Ref 6424 Black Patina Dial Manual Wind 36mm.
Vintage Rolex Oyster Precision 50s Ref 6424 Black Patina Dial Manual Wind 36mm.

Vintage Rolex Oyster Precision 50s Ref 6424 Black Patina Dial Manual Wind 36mm.

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Harder to find these 36mm manual wind precisions. All parts are original including the signed Rolex crown, dial, movement, and caseback.

Category

Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Precision Ref 4431 18k Rose Gold Mens 1940s 33mm Manual Wind RA689
Rolex Precision Ref 4431 18k Rose Gold Mens 1940s 33mm Manual Wind RA689

Rolex Precision Ref 4431 18k Rose Gold Mens 1940s 33mm Manual Wind RA689

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare, timeless treasure 18k solid rose gold Rolex Precision ref 4431 fancy lugs manual wind dress watch, c.1946, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Precision 14k Solid Gold Mens Manual Wind Dress Watch 1950s Vintage RA709
Rolex Precision 14k Solid Gold Mens Manual Wind Dress Watch 1950s Vintage RA709

Rolex Precision 14k Solid Gold Mens Manual Wind Dress Watch 1950s Vintage RA709

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage treasure, rare 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Precision manual wind dress watch, c.1958, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage 1970s Rolex Cellini 4082 18K YG Champagne Dial Manual Wind 24 mm
Vintage 1970s Rolex Cellini 4082 18K YG Champagne Dial Manual Wind 24 mm

Vintage 1970s Rolex Cellini 4082 18K YG Champagne Dial Manual Wind 24 mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Road Less Traveled The Cellini collection has always been Rolex’s platform for pure dress watch design, a departure from the robust tool watches that defined the brand. Named fo...

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 1930s Ladies Rose Gold and Steel Oyster Case Manual Wind Wrist Watch
Rolex 1930s Ladies Rose Gold and Steel Oyster Case Manual Wind Wrist Watch

Rolex 1930s Ladies Rose Gold and Steel Oyster Case Manual Wind Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1930s Rolex Oyster Wrist Watch, 24 M.M. Rose Gold top with Steel back oyster Case and curved down Lugs. mechanical, manual wind movement, original screw down Oyster logo Crown,...

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex Oyster Royal Vintage Rose Gold and Steel Manual Wind Mid Size Wrist Watch
Rolex Oyster Royal Vintage Rose Gold and Steel Manual Wind Mid Size Wrist Watch

Rolex Oyster Royal Vintage Rose Gold and Steel Manual Wind Mid Size Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1940 Rolex Reference 4302 Oyster Royal Wrist Watch, 29 M.M. 3 Piece Stainless steel case with Oyster Water Resistant back and a Rose Gold bezel, 17 jewel mechanical, manual win...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex Ref 6426 Oyster Precision 14k Gold SS 34mm Mens 1960s Manual Wind RA745B
Rolex Ref 6426 Oyster Precision 14k Gold SS 34mm Mens 1960s Manual Wind RA745B

Rolex Ref 6426 Oyster Precision 14k Gold SS 34mm Mens 1960s Manual Wind RA745B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Luxurious classic, Rolex Oyster Precision Ref.6426 14k Gold and stainless steel manual hand-wind, c.1969, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 18k Solid Gold Ref 8940 Mens 1960s 36mm Manual Wind Dress Watch RA706
Rolex 18k Solid Gold Ref 8940 Mens 1960s 36mm Manual Wind Dress Watch RA706

Rolex 18k Solid Gold Ref 8940 Mens 1960s 36mm Manual Wind Dress Watch RA706

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classic luxury, Men's 18k solid gold Rolex ref.8940 manual wind jumbo dress watch, c.1960s, in excellent working condition.

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Rolex Cellini Manual Gold Frosted Integral Bracelet Watch
Vintage Rolex Cellini Manual Gold Frosted Integral Bracelet Watch

Vintage Rolex Cellini Manual Gold Frosted Integral Bracelet Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage 1970 Rolex Cellini manual-wind dress watch in an 18K yellow gold cushion-shaped case with a silver-tone textured dial, gold baton indices, Rolex crown logo, and "Cellini" scr...

Category

Vintage 1970s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Vintage Rolex Cellini 3807 Champagne Dial 18K Gold Manual Watch
Vintage Rolex Cellini 3807 Champagne Dial 18K Gold Manual Watch

Vintage Rolex Cellini 3807 Champagne Dial 18K Gold Manual Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Rolex Cellini manual-wind dress watch in 18K yellow gold featuring a tonneau-shaped case with a champagne dial, applied gold indices, Cellini script signature, and an integra...

Category

20th Century Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Rolex Cellini 18K Gold Manual Wind Mocha Dial 32mm Case.
Vintage Rolex Cellini 18K Gold Manual Wind Mocha Dial 32mm Case.

Vintage Rolex Cellini 18K Gold Manual Wind Mocha Dial 32mm Case.

Located in New York, NY

Here's a vintage Rolex Cellini manual wind in 18K yellow gold with a mocha sunburst dial from the late 70s, early 80s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage 1960s Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Steel Silver Dial Manual 34mm
Vintage 1960s Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Steel Silver Dial Manual 34mm

Vintage 1960s Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Steel Silver Dial Manual 34mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Foundational Manual-Wind Oyster The Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 holds a unique place in the brand's history as one of the last manually wound Oyster models.

Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Cellini Geneve 23mm 18K White Gold Blue Dial Ladies Manual Watch
Vintage Rolex Cellini Geneve 23mm 18K White Gold Blue Dial Ladies Manual Watch

Vintage Rolex Cellini Geneve 23mm 18K White Gold Blue Dial Ladies Manual Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

18K Rolex Cellini Ladies 23mm 1974 w/ Blue Leather Strap 7" Adjustable ; 7/10 Vintage Condition (Dial Fading) A 1974 vintage Rolex Cellini Genève ladies manual wind wristwatch in an...

Category

Vintage 1970s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Rolex Cellini Ref 4233 2000s Manual Wind Black Arabic Numeral Dial 34mm
Vintage Rolex Cellini Ref 4233 2000s Manual Wind Black Arabic Numeral Dial 34mm

Vintage Rolex Cellini Ref 4233 2000s Manual Wind Black Arabic Numeral Dial 34mm

Located in New York, NY

Here's a Rolex Cellini reference 4233 in 18k white gold two tone (rose gold bezel) manual wind with a black dial and applied Arabic numerals from the early 2000s.

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex 6694 Oysterdate Precision Blue Sunburst Dial 34mm Watch
Rolex 6694 Oysterdate Precision Blue Sunburst Dial 34mm Watch

Rolex 6694 Oysterdate Precision Blue Sunburst Dial 34mm Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Product Specifications: Item Type: Vintage Manual Wind Dress Watch Brand: Rolex Collection: Oysterdate Precision Reference Number: 6694 Year: 1964 Case Size: 34mm Case Material: Stai...

Category

Vintage 1960s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Speckled Gold Dial 33MM 18K Gold Precision Leather Watch
Rolex Speckled Gold Dial 33MM 18K Gold Precision Leather Watch

Rolex Speckled Gold Dial 33MM 18K Gold Precision Leather Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Rolex Precision manual-wind watch in 18K yellow gold featuring a 33mm round case with distinctive speckled black dial, applied gold baton hour markers, and matching hands.

Category

Vintage 1950s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Blue Dial Steel 1977 Leather Strap Watch
Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Blue Dial Steel 1977 Leather Strap Watch

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Blue Dial Steel 1977 Leather Strap Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Product Specifications: Item Type: Vintage Mens Manual Wind Dress Watch Brand: Rolex Model: Oysterdate Precision Reference: 6694 Case Material: Stainless steel Case Size: 34mm Moveme...

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Cellini Blue Vignette Watch in 18K white gold, 1970s
Rolex Cellini Blue Vignette Watch in 18K white gold, 1970s

Rolex Cellini Blue Vignette Watch in 18K white gold, 1970s

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Here's a vintage Rolex Cellini manual wind in 18K white gold with a blue vignette dial from the 70s.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Cellini 3607 – 18ct White Gold 30 x 26mm Original Strap & Buckle 1960
Rolex Cellini 3607 – 18ct White Gold 30 x 26mm Original Strap & Buckle 1960

Rolex Cellini 3607 – 18ct White Gold 30 x 26mm Original Strap & Buckle 1960

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Key Details • Model: Rolex Cellini • Reference: 3607 • Year: 1960s • Case Size: 30mm x 26mm • Case Material: 18ct white gold • Dial: Silver • Hour Markers: Silver baton markers • Han...

Category

Vintage 1960s European Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

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Rolex lady's yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Florentine wristwatch Ref 6551
Rolex lady's yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Florentine wristwatch Ref 6551

Rolex lady's yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Florentine wristwatch Ref 6551

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

A New Old Stock Ladies Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14k Yellow Gold with Florentine Finish Reference: 6551 Circa: 1960s Movement: Manual-wind Rolex Cal. 1160 Case: 30mm 14k ye...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Verona, IT

18kt yellow gold Rolex Cellini Lady wristwatch, Ref. 4121. Cal. 1601 manual wind movement, baton hands and indexes, brushed and polished hexagonal case, black Rolex leather strap wit...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Manual Wind Model, circa 1955
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Manual Wind Model, circa 1955

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Manual Wind Model, circa 1955

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

It also features beautiful gold alpha style hands. Dial reads Rolex Oyster Shock-Resisting, and signed SWISS. Powered by the manual wind caliber 1210 movement with sweep seconds.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 18 Karat White Gold Cellini Geometric Manual Wind Wristwatch
Rolex 18 Karat White Gold Cellini Geometric Manual Wind Wristwatch

Rolex 18 Karat White Gold Cellini Geometric Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch Factory White Enamel Decorated Dial with Applied Rolex Crown and Roman Numerals Solid 18K White Gold Case 24mm x 24mm Rolex Manua...

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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Linen Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Linen Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Linen Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Manual Wind Watch Factory Silvered Linen Dial with Applied Hour Markers Stainless Steel Smooth Bezel Stainless Steel Case 34mm in size Feature...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Linen Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Linen Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Linen Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Manual Wind Watch Factory Silvered Linen Dial with Applied Hour Markers Stainless Steel Smooth Bezel Stainless Steel Case 34mm in size Feature...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex White Gold Cellini Saudi Logo Manual Wind Wristwatch with Box and Papers
Rolex White Gold Cellini Saudi Logo Manual Wind Wristwatch with Box and Papers

Rolex White Gold Cellini Saudi Logo Manual Wind Wristwatch with Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch Factory Blue Gloss Dial with Saudi Arabia Logo Rare Edition Sold Only in Saudi Arabia 18K White Gold Smooth Bezel 27mm x 32mm Rol...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex White Gold Cellini Saudi Logo Manual Wind Wristwatch with Box and Papers
Rolex White Gold Cellini Saudi Logo Manual Wind Wristwatch with Box and Papers

Rolex White Gold Cellini Saudi Logo Manual Wind Wristwatch with Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch Factory Blue Gloss Dial with Saudi Arabia Logo Rare Edition Sold Only in Saudi Arabia 18K White Gold Smooth Bezel 27mm x 32mm Rol...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex 18 Karat Yellow Gold King Midas Tiger's Eye Dial Wristwatch
Rolex 18 Karat Yellow Gold King Midas Tiger's Eye Dial Wristwatch

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 Stone Dial Solid 18K Yellow Gold Case 25mm x 35mm Features Rolex Manual Wind Movemen...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold

9ct Yellow Gold Oyster "Rolex Royal" by Rolex
9ct Yellow Gold Oyster "Rolex Royal" by Rolex

9ct Yellow Gold Oyster "Rolex Royal" by Rolex

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

9ct Yellow Gold Oyster Royal by Rolex - Extremely rare 9ct Yellow Gold & "Bowtie" Dial, Manual wind, "Rolex Oyster Royal," circa 1940

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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold

Rolex Oyster 6282 1956  Manual Wind Full set
Rolex Oyster 6282 1956  Manual Wind Full set

Rolex Oyster 6282 1956 Manual Wind Full set

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Rolex Oyster 6282 1956 Manual Wind Rare Cream Dial Original Papers & Bracelet A rare and historically significant vintage piece, this Rolex Oyster 6282 dates back to 1956 and is...

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Vintage 1950s European Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold "The Birdcage" Lantern Watch Ref 8784
Rolex Yellow Gold "The Birdcage" Lantern Watch Ref 8784

Rolex Yellow Gold "The Birdcage" Lantern Watch Ref 8784

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Other than the obvious allure of a golden lantern housing a manual wind Rolex timekeeping device, the piece is beautifully made and is entirely of Rolex manufacture, including the br...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Vintage, 1960's
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Vintage, 1960's

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Vintage, 1960's

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Manual winder. Rolex logo to the crown and buckle Brand new chocolate brown Crocodile strap fitted by Rolex but not branded.

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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Steel

Rolex Vintage 1960's Oyster Perpetual Date Watch With Crocodile Skin Strap
Rolex Vintage 1960's Oyster Perpetual Date Watch With Crocodile Skin Strap

Rolex Vintage 1960's Oyster Perpetual Date Watch With Crocodile Skin Strap

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Dauphine minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, date display at the 3 position, manual winder. Rolex logo to the crown and buckle.

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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Original Hands Wristwatch Ref 4377
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Original Hands Wristwatch Ref 4377

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Original Hands Wristwatch Ref 4377

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Manual wind Rolex Oyster stainless steel with a 34mm case diameter and a lovely combination of subtleties.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Midcentury Rolex Ring Watch with Diamonds and Original Box
Midcentury Rolex Ring Watch with Diamonds and Original Box

Midcentury Rolex Ring Watch with Diamonds and Original Box

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

An exceptionally rare object to enhance the collection of the vintage Rolex enthusiast (or beckon his wife into the wonderful world of vintage Rolex), made in the 1950s of 18k rose g...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Oyster Royal Precision Model 6426 34mm Watch Circa 1950s
Rolex Oyster Royal Precision Model 6426 34mm Watch Circa 1950s

Rolex Oyster Royal Precision Model 6426 34mm Watch Circa 1950s

By Rolex

Located in Providence, RI

The dial is a refined silver tone with gold dauphine hands, gold baton hour markers, and a center sweep seconds hand, embodying mid-century minimalism. Powered by a manual wind Rolex...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Wrist Watches

ROLEX 1960's Enamel & Yellow Gold "Clown" Pendant Watch
ROLEX 1960's Enamel & Yellow Gold "Clown" Pendant Watch

ROLEX 1960's Enamel & Yellow Gold "Clown" Pendant Watch

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

1960's custom Rolex enamel "Clown" watch pendant. One-of-a-kind contract case with a manual wind Rolex movement concealed inside, magically hidden under his hat.

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Vintage 1960s Drop Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Oyster 6244 c1952
Rolex Oyster 6244 c1952

Rolex Oyster 6244 c1952

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Rolex Oyster 6244 c1952

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Rolex Oyster 6244 Circa 1952 Manual Wind Ivory Honeycomb Dial Vintage Collectors Piece A rare and historically significant vintage Rolex, this Oyster Ref. 6244 dates back to appr...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Omani Crest Dial Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch
Rolex Omani Crest Dial Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch

Rolex Omani Crest Dial Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An 18k Yellow Gold Cellini Gents Wristwatch, blue "Omani Crest" dial, an 18k yellow gold cylindrical link style bezel, a blue leather strap with a gold plated pin buckle (n...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 1959 Stainless Steel Ref 6430 Manual Wind Wristwatch
Rolex 1959 Stainless Steel Ref 6430 Manual Wind Wristwatch

Rolex 1959 Stainless Steel Ref 6430 Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1959 Rolex Reference 6430 Wrist watch, 30 MM 2 Piece Stainless Steel Oyster Water Resistant case, 17 Jewel manual Wind Movement, older custom refinished Pinkish-Red Dial with R...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Date Precision Manual Wind Wristwatch

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Date Precision Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Firenze, IT

Signed manual wind calibre 1225. Ice blue dial with batons hour markers, date aperture to three. Fitted to a signed stainless steel Oyster bracelet with Oysterclasp. 34mm

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Sterling Silver Manual wind Purse Watch, Circa 1930s
Rolex Sterling Silver Manual wind Purse Watch, Circa 1930s

Rolex Sterling Silver Manual wind Purse Watch, Circa 1930s

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Sterling Silver Purse Watch - Manual winding ; 17 jeweled. Silver ( 30 mm x 36 mm ). White dial with gold stick hour markers. English hallmarks. Circa 1930's.

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Vintage Rolex Precision  9ct Yellow Gold  Manual Wind  1960s  Serviced
Vintage Rolex Precision  9ct Yellow Gold  Manual Wind  1960s  Serviced

Vintage Rolex Precision 9ct Yellow Gold Manual Wind 1960s Serviced

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Vintage Rolex Precision 9ct Yellow Gold Manual Wind 1960s Serviced A beautifully preserved vintage 1960s Rolex Precision in 9ct yellow gold, this classic dress watch showcases t...

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Vintage 1960s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 5116/8
Rolex Yellow Gold Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 5116/8

Rolex Yellow Gold Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 5116/8

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An 18k Yellow Gold Cellini Gents Wristwatch, silver dial with hour markers and an applied roman numeral at "VI", a fixed 18k yellow gold bezel, a brand new black leather strap (not b...

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Early 2000s Indian Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Gold Oval Cellini Dress Gents Manual Wind Wristwatch 4056
Rolex Gold Oval Cellini Dress Gents Manual Wind Wristwatch 4056

Rolex Gold Oval Cellini Dress Gents Manual Wind Wristwatch 4056

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An 18k Yellow Gold Oval Cellini Gents Wristwatch, champagne dial, a fixed 18k yellow gold brushed bezel with engraved hour markers, a black leather strap (not by Rolex) with an origi...

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex "Princess" Watch 9K Yellow Gold Manual Wind 1926 Manufacture
Rolex "Princess" Watch 9K Yellow Gold Manual Wind 1926 Manufacture

Rolex "Princess" Watch 9K Yellow Gold Manual Wind 1926 Manufacture

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This is an exceptionally rare 1926 Rolex "Princess" watch. It is a reference 2058. The watch is powered by a Rolex 15 jewel manual wind movement.

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies White Gold Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 3803
Rolex Ladies White Gold Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 3803

Rolex Ladies White Gold Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 3803

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An 18k White Gold Cellini Ladies Wristwatch, silver dial with applied 18k white gold batons, a fixed 18k white gold smooth bezel, a brushed 18k white gold integrated bracelet with a ...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

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Manual Wind Rolex For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the manual wind rolex you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Stainless Steel, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 125 vintage editions and 5 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect manual wind 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 manual wind rolex of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 4, is particularly popular. 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. If you’re browsing our inventory for a manual wind rolex, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and women.

How Much is a Manual Wind Rolex?

On average, a manual wind rolex at 1stDibs sells for $4,576, while they’re typically $1,300 on the low end and $133,266 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

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