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Rolex Steel O.P Date with Factory Original Rare Charcoal Dial 1960's
Rolex Steel O.P Date with Factory Original Rare Charcoal Dial 1960's

Rolex Steel O.P Date with Factory Original Rare Charcoal Dial 1960's

$5,100

Dm 34 in

Rolex Steel O.P Date with Factory Original Rare Charcoal Dial 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial circa, 1970's 80's
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial circa, 1970's 80's

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial circa, 1970's 80's

$5,100

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial circa, 1970's 80's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel with Box and Papers from 1996
Rolex Stainless Steel with Box and Papers from 1996

Rolex Stainless Steel with Box and Papers from 1996

$6,200

Rolex Stainless Steel with Box and Papers from 1996

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

flawless original condition Rolex. The watch is supplied with all the original papers, receipt and box. It

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1990s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Rolex Vintage GMT-Master Pepsi Tropical Dial 1675
Rolex Vintage GMT-Master Pepsi Tropical Dial 1675

Rolex Vintage GMT-Master Pepsi Tropical Dial 1675

$47,520

Dm 1.58 in

Rolex Vintage GMT-Master Pepsi Tropical Dial 1675

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

piece given what it is accompanied by. Along with its original Rolex box, this watch comes with original

Category

20th Century European Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona Blue Cosmograph Ref. #6239, Circa 1966
Rolex Daytona Blue Cosmograph Ref. #6239, Circa 1966

Rolex Daytona Blue Cosmograph Ref. #6239, Circa 1966

$95,000

Dm 1.46 in

Rolex Daytona Blue Cosmograph Ref. #6239, Circa 1966

By Rolex

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

comfortable fit. However, included with your purchase, is the original riveted Rolex watch band. Please see

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Engine Turned Bezel 1957
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Engine Turned Bezel 1957

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Engine Turned Bezel 1957

$5,300

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Engine Turned Bezel 1957

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

rating on it as well. This watch is still fitted with its original Rolex Riveted Oyster Bracelet. This

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Discontinued Rolex Datejust 179161 Ladies 26mm Black Dial Two Tone Rose 2020
Discontinued Rolex Datejust 179161 Ladies 26mm Black Dial Two Tone Rose 2020

Discontinued Rolex Datejust 179161 Ladies 26mm Black Dial Two Tone Rose 2020

$14,918

Dm 1.03 in

Discontinued Rolex Datejust 179161 Ladies 26mm Black Dial Two Tone Rose 2020

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

original Rolex box and original Rolex papers. This watch is perfect for women who want to make a fashion

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

3 Carat Diamond Bezel Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Bracelet Ref. 16013
3 Carat Diamond Bezel Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Bracelet Ref. 16013

3 Carat Diamond Bezel Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Bracelet Ref. 16013

$15,000Sale Price|20% Off

3 Carat Diamond Bezel Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Bracelet Ref. 16013

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

bezel and Roman numeral hour markers are aftermarket diamonds and not original Rolex factory diamonds

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Authentic Genuine Original Cartier Face Dial White/Off White Dial
Authentic Genuine Original Cartier Face Dial White/Off White Dial

Authentic Genuine Original Cartier Face Dial White/Off White Dial

$495

Dm 0.53 in

Authentic Genuine Original Cartier Face Dial White/Off White Dial

By Rolex

Located in Sugar Land, TX

Details: White/Off White Dial Black Roman Numeral with hour markers No Date Square Dial Approximate Dimensions - 13.4mm x 13.4mm **Pre-owned & Great condition If you have any ques...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Authentic Genuine Original Cartier Dial - Silver Dial w. Black Roman Numerals
Authentic Genuine Original Cartier Dial - Silver Dial w. Black Roman Numerals

Authentic Genuine Original Cartier Dial - Silver Dial w. Black Roman Numerals

$495

Authentic Genuine Original Cartier Dial - Silver Dial w. Black Roman Numerals

By Rolex

Located in Sugar Land, TX

Details: Silver Face Dial Black Roman Numerals with hour markers Date display at 3 o'clock Circle Dial Approximate Diameter - 23mm **Pre-owned & great condition If you have any q...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Wrist Watches

Authentic Genuine Original Cartier White Dial w/ Black Roman Numerals with Date
Authentic Genuine Original Cartier White Dial w/ Black Roman Numerals with Date

Authentic Genuine Original Cartier White Dial w/ Black Roman Numerals with Date

$495

Dm 0.91 in

Authentic Genuine Original Cartier White Dial w/ Black Roman Numerals with Date

By Rolex

Located in Sugar Land, TX

♥ Product Summary ♥ Dial Color: White Black Roman Numeral hour markers Date Display at 3 o’clock Diameter: 23mm **PRE-OWNED - great condition If you have any questions regarding t...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Wrist Watches

Tudor by Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster with Original Patinated Dial, circa 1960's
Tudor by Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster with Original Patinated Dial, circa 1960's

Tudor by Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster with Original Patinated Dial, circa 1960's

$2,800

Dm 1.23 in

Tudor by Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster with Original Patinated Dial, circa 1960's

By Tudor

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Tudor Watch Company, by Rolex STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Prince METAL / MATERIAL

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 34MM RWC Shock Resisting Oyster Rolex Watch Company Manual Ref. 4453
Rolex 34MM RWC Shock Resisting Oyster Rolex Watch Company Manual Ref. 4453

Rolex 34MM RWC Shock Resisting Oyster Rolex Watch Company Manual Ref. 4453

$4,140

H 9.5 in W 3.5 in L 9.5 in

Rolex 34MM RWC Shock Resisting Oyster Rolex Watch Company Manual Ref. 4453

By Rolex

Located in Dix hills, NY

: Some Scratches Vintage and original Oyster - Rolex Watch Company Ref. 4453 in a stainless steel case

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21st Century and Contemporary Other

Original Vintage Watch Advertising Poster Rolex Watch Herbert Herbert Leupin
Original Vintage Watch Advertising Poster Rolex Watch Herbert Herbert Leupin

Original Vintage Watch Advertising Poster Rolex Watch Herbert Herbert Leupin

$13,180

H 50.4 in W 35.83 in D 0.04 in

Original Vintage Watch Advertising Poster Rolex Watch Herbert Herbert Leupin

By Herbert Leupin

Located in London, GB

Original vintage watch advertising poster for Rolex Watchword of the World featuring a colourful

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Posters

Materials

Paper

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Bracelet
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Bracelet

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Bracelet

$5,500

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Bracelet

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500

Category

Antique 17th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Datejust with Rare Original Charcoal Dial from, 1960's
Rolex Steel Datejust with Rare Original Charcoal Dial from, 1960's

Rolex Steel Datejust with Rare Original Charcoal Dial from, 1960's

$6,700

Rolex Steel Datejust with Rare Original Charcoal Dial from, 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Original Dial with Gilt Markers 1970s
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Original Dial with Gilt Markers 1970s

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Original Dial with Gilt Markers 1970s

$4,500

H 1.38 in W 1.66 in

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Original Dial with Gilt Markers 1970s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 / 1002 METAL

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Original Rolex Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact original rolex watch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, stainless steel and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for an original rolex watch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. An original rolex watch of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 575, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also bead and brilliant cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for an original rolex watch, 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 Original Rolex Watch?

On average, an original rolex watch at 1stDibs sells for $8,243, while they’re typically $184 on the low end and $1,131,724 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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