Rolex Rare Day-Date NOS Omani Dial 1803
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare NOS Day-Date crafted in 18k yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a silver dial with applied hour markers, an Omani crest representing Oman's national symbol at 6 o'clock and a fixe...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Day-Date Omani Dial Bark Finish, 1807
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 18k yellow gold Day-Date wristwatch by Rolex. Featuring a silver dial with applied hour markers, an Omani crest at 6 o'clock, representing the national emblem of Oman and a yellow ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rare Day-Date Vintage Men's 18K Yellow Gold Omani Dial Bark Finish 1807
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A very rare 18k yellow gold Day-Date men's wristwatch by Rolex, produced for the Sultan of Oman. The silver dial with applied hour markers and the iconic day and date apertures, de...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Very Rare Day-Date 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Omani Dial Bark Finish
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
NB: The Omani Crest displayed on the dial is the national emblem of Oman and the piece itself was originally produced for the Sultan of Oman.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Rolex Very Rare Day-Date Vintage Gents 18k Yellow Gold Champagne Omani Dial 1803
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
NB: The Omani Crest that adorns the dial is the national emblem of Oman.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust Omani Khanjar Crest Jubilee Computer Dial 16220
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36mm stainless steel Rolex Datejust, reference 16220, featuring an Omani Khanjar crest engraved on the case back and a cream Jubilee / Computer dial with applied Arabic numerals.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Rare Day-Date Platinum Omani Khanjar Dial 1804
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Sultan Qaboos bin Said al Said of Oman specially commissioned a number of these watches, featuring his emblem on the dial, to personally gift to those with grand achievements.
Diamond, Platinum
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Rare Nipple Dial Omani Crest Submariner Date B&P 1680
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rare 18k Yellow Gold Omani Crest Submariner Date Vintage Men's Wristwatch, original matte black nipple dial, date at 3 0'clock, an 18k yellow gold bi-directional rotating bezel wit...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1981 Rolex Oyster Precision Oman Red Khanjar Ref. 6426
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
The dial bears the rare Khanjar logo in red that was especially commissioned for the late Sultan of Oman.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Unworn Cellini Vintage Men's 18k White Gold Purple Omani Dial 4311
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An unworn NOS 18k white gold 30mm Cellini men's wristwatch, by Rolex, originally made for the Sultanate of Oman. Features a purple dial has applied hour markers and an image of the ...
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Datejust NOS Florentine Finish Matte Black Dial 1611
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
This timepiece was originally produced with an Omani dial. A gentleman who was gifted the watch in 1973 by the Sultan of Oman took it to Asprey who had originally commissioned the Om...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Omani Crest Dial Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
N.B. The dial has an "Omani Crest" (the national symbol of Oman) - A Khanjar dagger in its sheath superimposed on two crossed swords printed at 9 0'clock.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz Royal Omani Police Dial 17000
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36mm Datejust Oysterquartz in stainless steel by Rolex. Featuring a blue dial with a purple hue that features the logo of the Royal Omani Police, and applied hour markers.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Florentine Bezel Datejust Omani Khanjar Dial Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This piece offers several layers of uncommonness. The dial is, of course, the first bit that catches your eye, however the original Rolex factory Florentine finish bezel is an attrac...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IWC Schaffhausen Oman Khanjar Wristwatch. Yellow Gold, Onyx Dial, Year 1972.
By IWC
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and extremely rare IWC Schaffhausen in 18k yellow gold with integrated bracelet features an onyx dial with applied red Oman Khanjar. Likely presented as a gift from Omani...
Rolex White Gold Green Stella Dial Day Date Omani Crest Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
This is a very rare timepiece, the combination of the Stella dial, the Omani Crest engraved on the caseback, along with a diamond set dial and bezel, is not seen together very often,...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Very Rare Rolex Green Stella Dial Omani Crest Diamond Bezel Oyster Day-Date
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
This is a very rare timepiece, the combination of the Stella dial, the Omani Crest engraved on the caseback, along with a diamond set dial and bezel, is not seen together very often,...
Diamond, 18k Gold
ROLEX 1980's "Stella" Omani "Coat of Arms" Arabic Day-Date
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This is a great example, with a rich burgundy dial and has the unique added detail of the Crest of Oman on the dial.
18k Gold
Rolex White Gold King Midas Cellini Omani Crest Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rare 18k White Gold King Midas Cellini Vintage Gents Wristwatch, lapiz lazuli dial with the Omani Crest at 6 0'clock, an 18k white gold fixed bezel, an 18k white gold bracelet with...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Rolex Cellini Platinum Black Dial B&P 5241/6 Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Platinum Cellini Gents Wristwatch, black dial with applied hour markers, small seconds at 6 0'clock, a fixed platinum bezel, an original black leather strap with an original platin...
Platinum
1974 Gent's Rolex Date Just Khanjar Black خنجر Dial 18K Two Tone Watch Ref 1603
By Rolex
Located in Santa Monica, CA
The watch has a customized Khanjar finish on the dial. Serviced 4-24, works within +/-3 seconds per day(Timegrapher shows +1, see pictures) Bracelet stretched but could be tight...
Stainless Steel
S/S 1996 Dolce & Gabbana Brown Silk Taffeta Collared Pocket Mini Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This brown silk taffeta mini dress by Dolce & Gabbana is from the Spring/Summer 1996 collection. Variations of this dress debuted on the runway, modeled by Karen Mulder and Eva Herze...
Rolex Daytona Glacier Ice Blue Dial 40mm Platinum Watch 116506 Complete Mint
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This Rolex Cosmograph Daytona wristwatch is a luxurious and sporty accessory perfect for men who appreciate high-end timepieces. Made of platinum, the watch features a silver case co...
Platinum
Limited Edition Fabergé Délices D’Été Diamonds and Pear Shape Sapphires Necklace
By Fabergé
Located in Genève, GE
Délices D’Été Lumière Necklace Fabergé workmaster collections, capsule collections and jewellery suites each tell a story inspired by Fabergé’s rich legacy - masterpieces possessing...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, ...
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Watch Black Dial Rose Gold 15500OR.OO.1220OR.01 Unworn
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Watch (Model: 15500OR.OO.1220OR.01) – a luxurious and new timepiece that exudes sophistication. Adorned with a rose gold case, the watch fea...
Rose Gold
Grand Sapphire Diamond white gold Necklace
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful sapphire and diamond necklace. 57.67 carats of fine blue oval sapphires. 24.92 carats of white round and marquise cut diamonds. 18k white gold 16.25 inch neck leng...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire
Rolex Explorer Date 5701
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage stainless steel and yellow gold Rolex Explorer Date ref. 5701 automatic movement wristwatch. Featuring well aged champagne dial with applied dagger-style hour markers. Com...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Sold|$84,999
H 1.46 in W 0.36 in Dm 1.46 in
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 18k Rose Gold Silver Dial Watch 15551OR.ZZ.1356OR.01
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Fits up to 6 inches. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy. It shows light signs of w...
Rose Gold
Rolex Rare Day-Date Octopus Diamond Set 18048
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A yellow gold 36mm rare vintage Day-Date Octopus by Rolex. Features a champagne dial set with 2 baguette cut and 8 round brilliant cut diamond hour markers. Complementing the dial is...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Rose Scheherazade Alligator Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Limited Edition Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier bag featured in stunning Rose Scheherazade alligator. Accentuated with crisp with palladium hardware. Timeless and highly ...
Historical Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Big Red 6263 steel 1979
By Rolex
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
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...
Steel
$14,510
Size: FR38 - UK10
John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival John Galliano Evening Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 2001 ▪ Crafted from crimson crepe-back satin, with alternating panels that highlight both the satin sheen and crepe texture ▪ D...
Rolex Day Date 40 Presidential 228348RBR Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Dial Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Day Date 40 Presidential 228348RBR Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Dial Bezel The Rolex Yellow Gold President Day Date 40 228348RBR is a wristwatch with an analog display. It has ...
Yellow Gold
$261,588
H 9.06 in W 11.82 in D 6.3 in
Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya Crocodile Niloticus Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya in crocodile niloticus leather with palladium hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set including the receipt and Cites. Stamp Y (2020)
Vacheron Constantin Vintage Dress Watch Fancy Lugs Yellow Gold
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage men's dress wristwatch in yellow gold by Vacheron Constantin. Featuring a silver dial with a small seconds display at 6 o'clock and fancy lugs. Fitted with plastic glass, a...
Yellow Gold
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph Chocolate Dial Brown Leather 26331OR B/P
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
18kt rose gold case with a brown alligator leather strap. 8 screws fixed 18kt rose gold bezel. Brown grande tapisserie dial with rose gold-tone hands and index hour markers. Minute m...
Rose Gold
$23,910
H 1.11 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.11 in
Rolex Datejust 28 18K Rose Gold Steel Purple Diamond Dial Watch 279171 B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned like new condition. Comes with original box and papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 279171 Model Number: 279171 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzer...
Rose Gold, Steel
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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