$9,944 / item
Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Datejust Ice Blue String Diamond Dial with Sapphire & Diamond Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Ice Blue String Diamond Dial with Blue Sapphire & Diamond Bezel SS Watch 16014
Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Black Color Dial Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Black Color Dial Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs + Emerald
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Custom Finished Orange Dial Late 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic vintage Rolex has a custom finished dial made by our
Rolex Datejust 2 Tone Pink MOP Dial with Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust 2 Tone Pink MOP Mother Of Pearl Dial with Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs 16013
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
$11,640 / item
Dm 1.23 in
Rolex 31mm Datejust White MOP String Diamond Dial with Diamond & Emerald Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust White MOP String Diamond Dial with Diamond & Emerald Bezel & Diamond Lugs SS
Diamond, Emerald, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Custom Light Blue Dial, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic vintage Rolex has a custom dial made by
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dial with Gold Baton Markers 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Air-King with Custom Purple Dial 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
. This classic vintage Rolex has a custom dial made by our specialty custom dial house. It is made to
Stainless Steel
Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Silver Dial Diamond Accent Watch 68273
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Silver Color Dial 8 + 2 Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex 36mm Datejust Baby Blue MOP Dial with Baguette & Round Diamond Numbers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust custom Baby Blue Mother Of Pearl Dial with Baguette & Round Diamond Numbers
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel with Emeralds Two Tone White MOP Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel with Emeralds Two Tone White MOP Dial with
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,434 / item
Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Ice Blue Dial with Diamonds Watch 69160
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust 69160 Stainless Steel Ice Blue Color Dial with 8 + 2 Diamond RT
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Oyster Perpetual Air-King with Original Factory Black Dial 1974
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
legendary Air King by Rolex. Fitted with an original black dial and a solid link bracelet we seldom see this
$11,706 / item
Dm 1.23 in
Women's Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Silver Dial Diamond Accent Watch 68273
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Silver Color Dial 8 + 2 Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Tahitian MOP Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel + Lugs
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Rare Black Dial circa, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
iconic house of Rolex is in exceptional condition. We seldom see this watch with a flawless original dial
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Factory Original "Deep Sea" Dial 1956
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual "Deep Sea" / Reference
$11,639 / item
Dm 1.23 in
Rolex Datejust 68274 with Custom Diamond Bezel Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust With custom Diamond bezel Tahitian MOP Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel and
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$10,697 / item
Dm 1.23 in
Rolex Datejust 68273 Vintage Diamond Bezel with Emeralds Silver Index Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel with Emeralds Silver Index Dial Two Tone Watch
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Factory Original "Deep Sea" Dial 1956
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual "Deep Sea" / Reference
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Custom Yellow Dial and Strap 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
custom made yellow dial, made to Rolex of Switzerland specifications. All the other mechanical parts on
Stainless Steel
Rolex Day-Date 36mm Yellow Gold Watch, Oxblood Stella Dial 18038, Circa 1982
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare yellow gold Day-Date by Rolex. Featuring the highly collectable Oxblood Stella dial which is
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Rare Factory Original Charcoal Dial 1970
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Air-King with Custom Pink Dial, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic vintage Rolex has a custom dial
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Custom Made Orange Dial, circa 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic vintage Rolex has a custom dial made by our
$6,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.48 in W 1.42 in
Rolex Oyster Datejust 16013 36mm 18k SS 1980s Linen Dial Mens Automatic RA395C
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
automatic with Rolex's iconic linen dial, c.1983, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel & Rose Gold Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1957 Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 4389 METAL / MATERIAL
Gold, Stainless Steel
$23,100
W 1.03 in L 1.03 in
Vintage 1982 Rolex Ladies Datejust 18K YG 6917 Auto Tiffany Buckley Dial 26mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Hand picked by the Fifth Avenue legend Rolex and Tiffany & Co. shared a storied partnership
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Rare Original Black Dial from 1995
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 15200
Unisex Rolex Date Stainless Steel Watch Oyster Black Dial 15210 Circa 1999
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unisex Rolex Date Stainless Steel Watch Oyster Black Dial 15210 Circa 1999 This watch has been
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Exceptional Factory Patinated Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500
Rolex Steel Datejust with Custom Red Dial and Diamond Markers 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
finished dial made by our specialty custom dial house. It is made to "Rolex of Switzerland" rigorous
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Ref 6700 18k Solid Gold Ladies 1960s Diamond Dial Automatic RA688
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless elegance, 18k solid gold Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual 6700 Datejust automatic diamond dial
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Rare Original Black Dial 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 16030
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Custom Pink Dial, Circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: 5500 / 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 14k Gold Diamond Dial Automatic 1960s RA412B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Gorgeous Rolex signed black dial, gilt minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, date display at
14k Gold
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Rare White Dial circa, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500
Stainless Steel
1984 Rolex Datejust 36 16014 White Gold Bezel Auto Silver Linen Dial 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
with a silver linen dial, which is a significant step up from the standard flat silver options. A fun
18k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Remarkable Original Patinated Dial 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Factory Original Mosaic Dial circa 1973 / 74
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002 METAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 31 Silver Diamond Dial Stainless Steel Watch White Gold Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 31mm Silver Diamond Dial Stainless Steel Watch White Gold Bezel, Circa 1990. This
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date With Custom Finished Orange Dial circa, 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
a custom Orange dial, made to Rolex of Switzerland rigorous specifications. All the other mechanical
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Factory Original Mosaic Dial circa 1973 / 74
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002 METAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Original Silver Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
reliable as the day it came out of the Rolex factory. The silver dial and silver baton markers match
Stainless Steel
$6,320Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.99 in
Rolex Oyster 6517 Lady Datejust 18k Gold 25mm 1950s Linen Dial Automatic RA703B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady Datejust automatic with linen dial, c
18k Gold
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King With Rare Factory Original Charcoal Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air King / Reference 5500
Rolex Datejust 31mm White Roman Dial Stainless Steel Watch White Gold Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 31mm White Roman Dial Stainless Steel Watch White Gold Bezel, Jubilee Bracelet, T
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Submariner Single Red Matte Dial 1680 Steel Automatic Watch, 1970
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 1680 Year: 1970 Serial number: 29xxxxx Reference: C03865 Case: Show
Steel, Stainless Steel
1979 Rolex Day-Date 36 18K YG 18038 Auto Diamond String Dial 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
entirely by its rare factory dial. This is a Baguette and Brilliant String Dial. Unlike a standard diamond
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Custom Yellow Dial and Strap 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
custom made yellow dial, made to Rolex of Switzerland specifications. All the other mechanical parts on
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Datejust with Original Navy Blue Dial and Thunderbird Bezel 1979
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 16250 METAL / MATERIAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Factory Silver Dial 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Speed King with Rare Original Waffle Dial from 1954
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Speed King / Reference 6221 METAL
$7,460
H 1.03 in W 0.4 in Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Gold Steel Champagne Roman Dial Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
our own certified watchmakers. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Style: Casual Model
18k 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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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.
These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.