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1942 Rolex “Raleigh” Stainless Steel. Total Restoration!
By Rolex
Located in Raleigh, NC
Raleigh is a classic wartime vintage Rolex watch, and one of those models that really is an essential
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

1920"s Art Deco Gruen Quadron 15 Jewel, Restored, 14KY Gold Filled
By Gruen
Located in Raleigh, NC
leaders in wristwatch design and quality, even working together with Rolex. In 1925, Gruen introduced the
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

1942 Lord Elgin Caliber 559 21 Jewels. Christmas 1943
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
knows what the difference between the two are? Is Lord Elgin analogous of a gold Rolex to an Oyster
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Vintage 1940s American Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

IMPORTANT ANTiQUE WILLIAM IV 1830 3.5 METER WIDE LIBRARY BOOKCASE BRASS GALLERY
Located in GB
that will look expensive and important in any setting Dimensions x 2 outer bookcases Height:- 188.5cm
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Antique 1830s English William IV Bookcases

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Brass

FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE VICTORIAN LIBRARY ARMCHAiR MULBERRY VELVET UPHOLSTERY
By Mulberry, Chesterfield
Located in GB
This chair is pure quality, it looks expensive and important in any setting and seats wonderfully
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs

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Velvet, Walnut

FOUR FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE CLUB ARMCHAIRS WiTH GOTHIC CARVED PANELS MUST SEE
Located in GB
sprung frames so the back, seat base and arms are all sprung, this is the most comfortable (and expensive
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Antique Early 1900s English Gothic Armchairs

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Leather, Hardwood

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Cartier Tank Must GM Silver Blue Precious
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier Must model Tank watch in 925/1000 silver, ecru background with blue railway indexes and Roman numerals, quartz movement, blue exotic leather strap, Cartier folding clasp in s...
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1990s French Wrist Watches

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Silver, Stainless Steel

Rolex 1940s Yellow Gold Automatic Bubble Back Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1940s Rolex Bubble Back Wrist Watch, 32 M.M. 3 Piece 14K Yellow Gold case with smooth Bezel, Automatic, Self Winding movement. Restored Black Dial with Radium style filled Rom...
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 Automatic Original Champagne Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Date Reference Number : 1500 Features : Screw down Crown - Champagne Dial Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Ca...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Lipton Wristwatch from 1944
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Lipton METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1944 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm x Diameter 29mm MOVEMENT / ...
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Tudor Oyster Mid Size with Original Patinated Dial From 1942
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tudor Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster / Reference 4270 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1942 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm x Diameter ...
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Curvex Style Watch with Original Dial, 1940's
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Curvex Style / Reference 473 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width ...
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Longines Vintage White Gold Filled Art Deco Gents Tonneau Case Wrist Watch
By Longines
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930 Longines gents Wrist Watch, 33 x 26 M.M. 14k White Gold filled Tonneau shape case with engraved details and flared lugs. 15 jewel nickle lever mechanical, manual wind move...
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Rolex "Bubbleback" Ref 5011 Automatic Steel and Rose Gold Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1949 Rolex "Bubbleback" Reference 5011 Wrist Watch, 31 M.M Stainless Steel with a Rose Gold Engine Turned Bezel, Caliber A296 17 Jewel Automatic, Self winding movement, Older R...
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

19th Century Large French Oak Directoire Library Cabinet
Located in Surrey, BC
Beautiful six-door cabinet with brass details and adjustable solid oak shelves. Fantastic patina/age-cracked finish on the cabinet's original, untouched surface. This fully functioni...
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Directoire Bookcases

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Oak, Walnut

Rolex Vintage Steel Manual Wind Ref 6424 Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1954 Rolex Reference 6424 Wrist Watch, 36 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece Oyster case. Caliber 1215 Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle Lever movement, Rolex Logo Crown. New Custom Vin...
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Lovely 2 Piece Flamed Hardwood Open Library Bookcase Part of a Paired Suite
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage flamed mahogany and hardwood open corner library bookcase which splits into two easy to transport sections. I have two of th...
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20th Century English Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

Rolex Royal Precision, 1951, 15 Jewel Super Balance, Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Raleigh, NC
Today's offering showcases this uncommon and original Rolex Oyster Royal model #6144 encased in stainless steel. Built only in the early 1950's, these watches are fine and desirable....
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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gruen Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 592 METAL / MATERIAL: Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 26mm MOVEME...
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

Jacobean Revival Antique 1833 Dated Hand Carved English Oak Bureau Bookcase
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly collectable, ornately carved, 1833 dated Jacobean revival Antique Library Bureau bookcase. This unit can be dismantled...
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Antique 1830s European Jacobean Bookcases

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Oak

Gruen Curvex Majesty Yellow Gold Filled Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Gruen
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1939 Gruen Curvex Majesty Wrist Watch, 52 M.M. extreme curved Yellow Gold Filled 2 Piece case. Caliber 330 Manual wind movement, original silvered dial with raised markers and ...
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

19th Century Antique Mahogany Locker Cabinet
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Very special antique mahogany locker cabinet from an English boarding school. The cabinet is completely original and in perfect condition. Nice warm mahogany color. Impressive qualit...
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Antique 1860s Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Antique Mahogany Locker Cabinet
19th Century Antique Mahogany Locker Cabinet
H 96.46 in W 55.12 in D 19.3 in

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Rolex Date Oyster Perpetual Paved 1601 with Grey Dial
By Rolex
Located in Bradford, Ontario
One gent's stainless steel Rolex Date Oyster Perpetual wristwatch. With a gray dial and date. It
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Vintage Piaget Polo Skeleton 18K Gold Diamond Stem Wind Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Bradford, Ontario
looking at it again with a magnifying glass. It is sublime. Amusingly I received a Rolex Daytona 6241 in
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Chaumet Dandy Reserve De Marche 18K White Gold Stem Wind Wristwatch 94/100
By Chaumet
Located in Bradford, Ontario
marriage. It does not take long to get a little bored with the usual cast of high-end watches like Rolex
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21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Corum Admiral's Cup AC-One 45 Chronograph
By Corum
Located in Bradford, Ontario
consuming and expensive of all. Classic wooden boats There is something about a wooden boat shared by no
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

1952 Rolex Precision Model 6044 “Royal” Oyster
By Rolex
Located in Raleigh, NC
1952! Let me introduce you to a special watch. It’s a Rolex that has a very special Crown. One of
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Super Rare Stainless Steel Commando Wristwatch circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
The Commando would have been among the least expensive Rolex models of its time, sold exclusively
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Black Gilt Dial Wristwatch Ref 1603
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Gilt dials represent some of the most aesthetically beautiful vintage Rolex watches and are a
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Myriad Roman Diamond Dial Wristwatch Ref 18238
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An understated, yet important dial variation offered on this Rolex Day-Date, ref. #18238. This dial
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920’s, Art Deco Gruen Quadron, 15 Jewel, beautiful statement timepiece.
By Gruen
Located in Raleigh, NC
leaders in wristwatch design and quality, even working together with Rolex. In 1925, Gruen introduced
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

IMPORTANT ANTIQUE WILLIAM IV 1830 3.5 METER WiDE LIBRARY BOOKCASE BRASS GALLERY
Located in GB
that will look expensive and important in any setting Dimensions x 2 outer bookcases Height:- 188.5cm
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Antique 1830s English William IV Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Tudor Stainless Steel lssued to French Navy Mine Clearance Diver Wristwatch
By Tudor
Located in New York, NY
design to the more expensive Rolex tool watches. Tudor’s dive watches were often chosen by various Armed
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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More Expensive Rolex For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact more expensive rolex you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, stainless steel and 18k gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 2 antique edition and 3 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect more expensive 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. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic more expensive rolex over the years, but those made by Chaumet, Corum and Piaget are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at a more expensive rolex featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a brilliant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes single cut alternatives. Most of our more expensive rolex for sale are for men, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for women.

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Questions About More Expensive Rolex
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The most expensive Rolex ever sold is the Paul Newman Daytona. This Rolex was purchased for $17.8 million in 2017. On 1stDibs, there are expensive Rolex watches but there is a wide variety available, so it should be easy to find a good fit for your tastes as well as your budget.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, emeralds are expensive due to their rarity. These stones are known to be rarer and more expensive than diamonds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, Opal can be expensive. Black Opals in particular are quite valuable and may earn prices of up to $10,000 a carat. White opals are the least expensive of the opal family.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    For the most part, sapphires are expensive, though some are cheaper. Some can cost as much as $25 per carat and others can cost over $11,000 per carat. The price is usually dependent on the stone's quality.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, jade can be expensive, especially if it's jadeite. There are two mineral species that fall under the jade umbrella: jadeite and nephrite. Nephrite tends to be more common and therefore less valuable than jadeite.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Garnets can be expensive depending on the variety. For instance, tsavorite and demantoid, the rarest varieties, can sell for thousands of dollars per carat.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, rubies can be quite expensive. Rubies of exceptional quality have recorded prices of over $1,000,000 per carat.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Panerai is so expensive because it is a revered luxury brand. Panerai timepieces are created from quality materials and the company’s offerings are also associated with reputable production methods. The brand’s innovative watch designs have rendered Panerai a celebrated brand. Shop Panerai watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    One of the reasons Cartier is so expensive is because, since its inception in 1847, the brand has had a massive celebrity fan base that spans royals, movie stars, singers and socialites. The brand also uses the highest quality metals and gems in their pieces, rendering them expensive to produce. Lastly, most Cartier pieces are easy to identify, making brand recognition a key factor in the brand's exclusivity.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Tiffany pieces are so expensive because the brand is one of the first luxury jewelry houses in America. The pieces are made with extremely high quality metals and gemstones. Plus, since the brand's inception in 1837, Tiffany has created an image associated with sophistication and exclusivity, which is part of the reason the celebrity following is so big.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Goyard is so expensive for a few reasons. First, the French fashion house uses costly materials, including its signature Goyardine canvas made of natural hemp, linen and cotton fibers. Also, artisans perform much of the crafting process by hand, making manufacturing expenses considerable. Finally, Goyard produces only a limited number of bags each year. Since demand often outweighs supply, Goyard is able to sell its pieces at aspirational price points. Explore a selection of Goyard bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The most expensive wood in the world is agarwood. This dark resinous wood is used in incense, perfume, and to make small carvings.In 2010, this wood sold for as high as $100,000/kg.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Chanel a highly coveted brand.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Balenciaga is so expensive because it's one of the world's top fashion houses. Its cult status among celebrities in addition to its handmade production are two factors that contribute to Balenciaga pieces being so expensive.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Since its inception in 1856, Burberry has become one of the world's most premiere fashion houses. Known for the classic trench coats with a plaid lining, Burberry pieces are made with high quality materials and attention to detail.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Gucci is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Gucci a highly coveted brand.
    Couture ClosetsMarch 23, 2021
    The craftmanship, quality of materials and time spent on every item is extensive. Simply watch a video on YouTube of a Gucci handbag being handsewn and you will see what goes into every item. Gucci items last for generations and are often passed down, for this reason. A good quality, well made item, lasts for decades...That is sustainable, and better for all.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The Swiss luxury brand Akris is so expensive due to the quality of the apparel and accessories produced by the brand. Artisans do much of the manufacturing by hand, and only high-end fabrics and materials go into Akris designs. Find a selection of Akris on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Because shearling comes from the hide of a lamb, it is more limited. The most important factor in determining price is the softness of the wool and how thin the leather is. The higher quality jackets are warm but lighter weight.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    Blancpain is so expensive for a few reasons. One is due to innovation, which the Swiss luxury watchmaker has a long history of, having created the first-ever automatic wristwatch in 1926. Blancpain is known for being on the cutting edge of design, and many collectors are willing to pay high prices to own both its vintage and contemporary timepieces as a result. The watchmaker is also known for using exceptionally fine materials and employing time-honored crafting techniques that make the quality of its timepieces exceptional. In addition, Blancpain makes about half as many watches per year as some of its biggest competitors, so supply is often low compared to demand. Find a diverse assortment of Blancpain watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Hublot is so expensive for a few reasons. First, the Swiss luxury watchmaker uses premium materials, some of which are produced by the company itself, adding to costs. Hublot also handcrafts timepieces through a painstaking process, so its labor costs are high. Plus, Hublot has been cited as only manufacturing around 50,000 watches per year, which makes supply low relative to demand. Shop a collection of Hublot watches on 1stDibs.

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