Hamilton 14Kt Gold "Midas" Art Deco Watch 1940's with Original Dial Strap & Box
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
The company was started by a group of investors who were looking to create a high-quality, American-made watch. Hamilton quickly became a leading manufacturer of pocket watches, and ...
Gold
Rolex Queen Midas 3585 Roman Champagne Dial 18k YG 1975
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 2258 Brand Rolex Model Queen Midas Reference 3585 Year 1975 Dial Champagne Dial Case 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 22.5 x 29.5mm Length 15.2cm Movement Ma...
Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini 4127 18K Gold Champagne Dial Manual 24 mm
Located in New York, NY
Some find it similar in construction to the Midas case, the watch gladly accepts the resemblance to a very famous line.
Gold, 18k 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 Stone Dial Solid 18K Yellow Gold Case 25mm x 35mm Features Rolex Manual Wind Movemen...
Tiger's Eye, 18k 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
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 with Original Rolex Lizard Strap and Original Stainless Steel Rolex Buckle. 27mm x 27m...
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 with Original Rolex Lizard Strap and Original Stainless Steel Rolex Buckle. 27mm x ...
Vintage Rolex Cellini 29MM 4015 KING MIDAS Left Handed 18K White Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Might show minor signs of wear. CELLINI KING MIDAS Watch Properties Family: Cellini Model: CELLINI KING MIDAS Ref.
Gold, 18k Gold, 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 movement.
Yellow 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 Gents Wristwatch, yellow and white gold striped dial, a fixed 18k yellow gold and ...
18k Gold
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 applied hour markers, a fixed white gold and yellow gold bezel set with 12 round brill...
Diamond, White 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 gold case with black enamel bezel (23mm x 28mm) Case appears to be refinished once.
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 gold case ( 28 x 28 mm) .
ROLEX Cellini "Myriad" White Gold Designer "Midas" Case
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
No longer made, this watch is truly unique. The watch measures 28 mm in height and tapers from 29- to 26 mm in width.
White Gold, 18k Gold
Omega King Midas Yellow Gold Quartz Men's Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
Omega King Midas 14k yellow gold 8 inch wristwatch. Circa 1960-1970 Produced this men's watch as an answer to the popular Rolex king Midas of the 1960'sThe movement and Diasl are cl...
Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Midas 3585 Lapis Lazuli Dial 18k YG 1975
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Details Brand: Rolex Model: Queen Midas Reference: 3585 Year: 1975 Dial: Lapis Lazuli Case: 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet: 18k Yellow Gold Diameter: 23mm Length: 17cm Movement: Manual Win...
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
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
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 back of case, circa 1970, signed Rolex
18k Gold
Rolex White Gold King Midas Cellini Omani Crest Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
N.B. This watch was originally made for the Sultan of Oman, Retailed by Asprey.
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
ROLEX Very Rare Yellow Gold Lady Midas Wristwatch with Special Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Exceptional and rare Lady Midas, immaculately preserved with a special extra thick bracelet and clasp.
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.
18k Gold
Sold
H 51.19 in W 105.52 in D 5.12 in
Mythological Subject, Italy XVII Century, The Tale of Apollo and Marsyas
Located in Milan, IT
In the third scene, it is King Midas who is punished by the god for having preferred Marsyas to him: Apollo is putting the donkey's ears on Midas, while Minerva is watching.
Oil
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, Rolex Leather Watch Strap Manual Movement Recently serviced by Rolex US...
White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Rolex Cellini Queen Midas 18 Karat Yellow Gold Model 4313 Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The original maker of the watch is not under any obligation to service watches sold by Stephanie Windsor.
18k Gold, Yellow 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 shaped case, is on an integrated yellow gold bracelet with a folding clasp, champagne c...
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 shaped case, is on an integrated white gold bracelet with a folding clasp, silver color...
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 baton markers, hobnail style case, manual wind movement, and on a brown leather strap...
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 movement and a modern non-Rolex leather strap and buckle.
18k Gold, White Gold
Ladies Rolex Queen Midas 18k Yellow Gold Watch Excellent Condition
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Ladies Rolex Queen Midas 18k Yellow Gold Watch. The Watch is in Excellent Condition, It Appears to Have Never Been Polished.
18k 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 gold dial. Asymmetrical case design. An amazing period piece and a highly unusual de...
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.
1971 Rolex King Midas 1st Generation Yellow Gold Ref. 9630
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Produced in only about 1,000 pieces, each King Midas was individually numbered. This watch No. 687, belongs to the first-generation Ref. 9630, distinguished by its integrated heavy “...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 Texture Case with Original Black Dial. 27mm x 28mm lug to lug (1.06 in. x 1.1 in.) - ...
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
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 luxurious lines in Rolex history, exclusively crafted in gold and born during the golde...
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex White Gold Cellini Midas Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 4017
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Cellini Midas wristwatch, reference 4017. This classic 18 karat white gold Rolex Midas watch features a factory blue original dial, 18 jewel manual wind movement, a black orig...
18k Gold
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 crystal and asymmetric case with original champagne color dial.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$5,940
Dm 0.75 in
Vacheron Constantin Harmony 18K Gold Steel Two-Tone Champagne Dial Vintage Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Vacheron Constantin Harmony dress watch in 18K yellow gold and stainless steel two-tone construction, featuring a rectangular champagne textured dial with Maltese cross logo,...
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Reference 3484 in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A distinguished Patek Philippe Calatrava, model 3484. The round case is meticulously crafted from 18k yellow gold, featuring a champagne sunburst dia...
18k Gold
Cartier Audemars Piguet 1970s Yellow Gold Tank Mechanical mid size Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Cartier classic Tank Wrist Watch, 20 x 20 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, Sapphire crown. 20 Jewel, Audemars Piguet Manual wind, Nickle Lever movement. White Enamel Dia...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 18Kt Solid Yellow Gold Dress Watch circa 1980's
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Style / Reference 3490-2 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 26mm X 26mm ...
18k Gold
Waltham 14 Karat Solid White Gold Art Deco Handmade Watch from 1926
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau Shape METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1926 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm X Diamete...
Hamilton Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's Hamilton 14k yellow gold wristwatch. Rectangle dial with 9 row mesh 14k yellow gold band with a fold over safety buckle. Full one year service warranty. Band length is 6 3/8 i...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$21,500
H 1.18 in W 1.22 in Dm 9 in L 9 in
CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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. Silver Satin sunburst dial w...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rare Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual from 1952 Oversized Bubble Back Movement
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6334 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Shell CIRCA / YEAR: 1953 / 54 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm...
Piaget Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch
By Piaget
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This elegant Piaget quartz wristwatch is a refined example of the maison’s mastery of minimalist luxury and gold craftsmanship. The watch features a square yellow gold case with fin...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hamilton 1961 Pacermatic Rare Automatic Gold filled Wrist Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1961 Hamilton "Pacermatic" the very Rare Automatic version of the Pacer Wrist Watch, 45 X 31 M.M. 10K Yellow and White Gold Filled 2 piece case. Grade 667, 17 jewel Automatic, ...
Gold-filled
Patek Philippe 3322 Ladies Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Patek Philippe Reference 3322 Wrist Watch. 16 x 20 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case with hand Texturing, 20 Jewel Mechanical, manual wind Nickle lever movement, Patek Ph...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 18kt. Rose Gold Late Art Deco Round Original Dial from 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe et Cie. STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Art Deco / Reference 2494 METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 41 Length X 33 D...
Audemars Piguet 18Kt Solid Gold & Diamond Bezel Turler Ladies Watch circa 1970's
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Audemars Piguet STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 21mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manu...
18k Gold
Vintage Vacheron & Constantin Yellow Gold Covered Lug Wrist Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 Vacheron & Constantin Wrist Watch, made exclusively for the American Market, 36 M.M X 20 M.M 2 piece 14k Yellow Gold case with covered lugs. 17 jewel mechanical, manual wi...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Must De LM Vermeil Lemon Dial 1980s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Tank Must De LM Vermeil Lemon Dial 1980s SKU 1398 This Cartier Tank Must De LM from the 1980s presents a rare and striking lemon yellow dial, a colour that beautifully comp...
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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A fresh palette of dial colors and technological advances have elevated this classic watch model.
The watch has transformed several times over, but it’s still undeniably a classic.
This is perhaps the least subtle version of the Submariner.
If you think this looks like the Rolex Kermit, you're correct.
This model was designed for lefties.
Learn the devious techniques that counterfeiters use to sell inauthentic pieces at authentic prices. Of course, you don't have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where every seller of Rolex watches is highly vetted.
From understanding the models to choosing among vintage, pre-owned and new watches, here’s our expert advice on finding the best Rolex for you.
As the cache goes on display at London’s Design Museum, we speak to its enigmatic owner about some of his rarest acquisitions.