Vintage Rolex 14K Yellow Gold 19mm Bracelet Ref 1503 15037
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Original Rolex yellow gold bracelet with 19mm lug width, correct for select vintage Rolex models. Bracelet reference 1503 / 15037, made in solid yellow gold with the classic Rolex fi...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Rolex Jubilee 14K Yellow Gold Bracelet 19mm Lug
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Distinction Of 14K Gold Luxury A solid 14k yellow gold Rolex bracelet occupies a unique and highly sought-after space within vintage watch collecting.
Vintage 1970s Rolex Jubilee 6311 14k Yellow Gold Bracelet 19 mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Elegance In 14K Gold The Jubilee bracelet is a cornerstone of the Rolex aesthetic, originally introduced in 1945 to celebrate the brand's 40th anniversary.
1983 Rolex Blue Oyster Perpetual Date Just Wristwatch 18k Bezel 14k Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Ocala, FL
1983 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date just reference 16013 featuring a striking blue sunburst dial with diamond hour markers, fluted 18K yellow gold bezel, and stainless steel and 14K yel...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Datejust 1601 14K Yellow Gold Pie Pan Dial Jubilee Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A 1969 vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust ref. 1601 in 14K yellow gold pre-quickset desirable pie-pan champagne dial with gold baton hour markers, fluted yellow gold bezel, date...
Gold
Rolex 14Kt. Rare "Bubble Back" with Original Dial and Rolex Signed Bracelet 1948
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual "Bubble Back" / Reference 5011 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1948 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Lengt...
14k Gold
Rolex Oyster 6551 14k Solid Gold 1960s Midsize 31mm Automatic All Original Ra756
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
On original Rolex 14k solid gold Oyster bracelet, measures 18.5cm with the watch, in excellent vintage condition.
Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$7,679Sale Price|20% Off
1.30 Ct Diamond Horseshoe Men's Bracelet Rolex Style Links 14K White Gold 34.3 g
By US Jewelry Factory
Located in New York, NY
With a bold 11mm width and an 8-inch length, this bracelet is the perfect statement piece for modern men or any special occasion. handmade in 14k solid white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$10,399Sale Price|20% Off
1.95 CT ID Diamond Rolex Style Links Men's Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold 42.4 g 8.5''
By US Jewelry Factory
Located in New York, NY
This remarkable men’s bracelet is handcrafted in 14K solid yellow gold, weighing 42.4 grams, and features three diamond-encrusted plates for a bold yet refined look. 1.95 carats of F...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Rolex Band Bracelet
Located in Egham, GB
This presidential-style bracelet is crafted from 14ct yellow gold. An 11.5mm width this item features perfectly aligned solid links. The bracelet is secured with a strong hinged cla...
14k Gold
1960's Rolex Vintage Ladies Dress Bracelet Watch - 14K White Gold & Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. ...
White Gold
Rolex Ladies Vintage Yellow Gold Mechanical Bracelet Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Rolex Ladies Wrist Watch, 15 M.M. 14K Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, mechanical, 17 Jewel manual wind movement. Silver Satin Dial with raised Gold markers, faceted crystal and...
14k Gold
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Rope Style Bracelet Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Manual winding. 14k yellow gold case (15mm diameter). Silvered dial with gold stick markers. Gold plated rope-style bracelet (will fit apx. 5-3/4 in. wrist). Pre-owned, vintage, with...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold “Rolex” Style Fancy Link Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14k yellow gold Dimensions: bracelet is 5-inches long, 6.51mm wide Weight: 12.09 grams
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Oval Wristwatch with Integral Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
14k yellow gold lady's wristwatch with a pleasant oval shaped case. The case measures 20 x 24 mm and the bracelet measures 7.25 inches in overall length. Manual-wind movement. A l...
14k Gold
Vintage Rolex for Tiffany & Co. Ladies Watch in 14K Gold Integral Bracelet
By Rolex for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex swiss-made wristwatch for Tiffany & Co,. Expertly handcrafted with a 14k solid yellow gold integral bracelet.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 1950s Ref 6567 Oyster Perpetual Gold Automatic Wristwatch on Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Original and Mint condition Silver Satin dial with Sloping / Pie pan edges, raised gold markers and a sweep seconds hand. 3/4 inch wide Rolex Swiss 14K Yellow Gold Riveted adjustable...
14k Gold
Rolex Retro Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Gold Watch Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a square watch face and case featuring a domed glass window, blue hands, and dot motif dial markers with numbers at each cardinal point Flanked by stepped gemstone shoulde...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Rolex 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Dress Model, circa 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT Rolex 14K ladies yellow gold bracelet dress model.
14k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Jubilee stainless steel and yellow gold bracelet. Stainless steel and 14k yellow gold Bracelet Length: 7.25 to 8 inches, links may be available Top to bottom: 46.8mm Width with...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 3131
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Silvered dial with luminous-style Arabic numerals. 14k rose gold Rolex bracelet (will fit apx. 7-inch wrist).
14k Rolex Women's Cocktail Watch. 14k Orchid Rolex with Yellows Gold Bracelet.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage from the 1950s Band material: Gold Materials: Gold Power: Mechanical Readout: Analog 14k Yellow Rolex Orchid Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch.
Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies Vintage Wrist Watch 14K Yellow Gold Bracelet-1950s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Elegant vintage 1950s Rolex ladies wristwatch crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, featuring a refined dress watch design with textured gold link bracelet.
14k Gold
Rolex 14Kt Solid Gold Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century Bracelet Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 15mm MOVEMENT /...
14k Gold
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Manual-wind movement. 14k yellow gold oval case, 22mm x 20mm, circa 1970s. Black dial with baton markers. 14k yellow gold integrated mesh bracelet, will fit approx. 6-1/4-in wrist.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Rolex ladies bracelet Watch, 14k yellow Gold, signed Rolex Case and attached to a 14k yellow Gold soft Mesh link Bracelet with Rolex emblem measuring 1/2 inch wide.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Bracelet Dress Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Ladies Rolex bracelet dress watch with a factory diamond bezel. This watch appears in New Old Stock condition. Circa 1970's. The movement is a caliber 1400, 18 jewels and appear...
14k Gold
Rolex 1960s Yellow Gold Ladies Mechanical Bracelet Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Ladies Rolex Bracelet Wrist Watch, 15 M.M. 14K yellow Gold 2 Piece case, 17 Jewel mechanical, Manual wind movement, original Silver, Satin Dial with raised Gold markers,...
14k Gold
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Square Mesh Bracelet Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Manual winding. 14k yellow gold case (15mm x 15mm). Silvered dial with stick markers. 14k yellow gold integrated mesh bracelet with Rolex crown on clasp (will fit apx. 5-1/2 in. wris...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ladies Yellow Gold Rolex Bracelet Watch, circa 1960
By Rolex
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Circa 1960's, Ladies Rolex 1400 Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch. After market seven inch graduated fourteen carat yellow gold link bracelet band with double safety clasp. Square Rolex wat...
14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Precision 1960s Yellow Gold Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Rolex Precision Ladies Wrist watch, 15 M.M. Diameter 2 piece 14k Yellow Gold Case, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind movement, Matt White Dial with raised Gold markers, or...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold and Diamond 1960s Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Rolex Ladies Bracelet Wrist watch, 22 M.M. 14K Yellow Gold 2 piece case with a Bezel of Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling 1 Carat. 17 Jewel mechanical, manual wind mo...
Diamond, 14k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold “Rolex” Style Fancy Link Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14k yellow gold Dimensions: bracelet is 8-inches long, 7.04mm wide Weight: 19.87 grams
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Precision Vintage Yellow Gold Ladies Mechanical Wrist Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Original mint condition White dial with raised Gold markers, Rolex logo crown. Fancy end pieces integrate into the Rolex signed 14k Yellow Gold woven bracelet measuring 6 1/8 inches ...
14k Gold
Rolex Date 15007 14 Karat Yellow Gold with New Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 15007 Serial: R277*** Model: Date Case Material: 14K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: 14K Yellow Gold Dial: Champagne Face: Acrylic Case Size: ...
14k Gold, 18k Gold
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H 1.34 in W 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Solid 14K Yellow Gold Watch Champagne Dial
By Rolex
Located in Bradenton, FL
Rolex 14k yellow gold Jubilee bracelet with Rolex signed clasp.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Lady's White Gold and Diamond Bracelet Watch Ref 6252 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Rolex lady's 14k white gold and diamond bracelet watch, Ref. 6252, circa 1950s.
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex 14Kt Solid Gold Ladies Bracelet Watch circa 1960's All Original
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Bracelet Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 15mm X Diameter 15mm MOV...
14k Gold
Vintage Rolex Manual Wind Ladies Watch in 14K Yellow Gold in Milanese/Mesh Band
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Swiss made movement with Italian 14K gold case and mesh bracelet. Mesh bracelet, crown, and closure stamped Rolex.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ladies 14k Yellow Gold Square Ladies Watch on Mesh Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Silver dial with stick markers. 14k yellow gold integrated mesh bracelet with Rolex crown on clasp (will fit apx. 5-3/4 in. wrist).
Vintage Ladies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rolex Cocktail Wristwatch with Original Box
By Rolex
Located in Addison, TX
Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Model Name: Cocktail Model Number: 3546 Bezel Material: 14K Yellow Gold Caseback Material: 14K Yellow Gold Movement: 1400 Estimated Production Year: 198...
Yellow Gold
Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Date ref# 1500
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Calibre 1570 self winding chronometer rated movement with date. With associated Rolex signed 14K YG gold Oyster bracelet. Great looking man's model for man or oversized sporty fashio...
14k Gold
Rolex 14K YG Midsize Datejust 1978
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Calibre 2030 self winding movement with date. With Rolex 14K YG light Oyster bracelet. A great looking model in exceptional condition!
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch with Bracelet circa 1940
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Bubbleback wristwatch with associated period 14k yellow gold bracelet.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Date Jubilee Bracelet Automatic Wristwatch Ref 15037
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
The Rolex Date Model 15037 14k yellow gold pre-owned men's automatic wrist watch.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Zephyr Wristwatch with Bracelet Ref 1008 circa 1960
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Yellow Gold Zephyr Wristwatch with Bracelet, Ref. 1008, circa 1960.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 14 Karat Yellow Gold Date Silver Streak Dual Jubilee Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Circa 1978, Certified Pre-Owned 14 karat yellow gold ROLEX Date Silver Streak dual Jubilee bracelet watch.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Watch Factory Champagne Dial with Stick Markers 14K Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel 34mm in size Rolex 1980s Automatic Movement Acrylic Crystal ...
14k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Watch Factory Champagne Dial with Stick Markers 14K Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel 34mm in size Rolex 1980s Automatic Movement Acrylic Crystal ...
14k Gold
Rolex Gold Oyster Perpetual Date ref # 1500 circa 1986
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Self winding calibre 1570 movement with sweep seconds and date. With Rolex 14K YG riveted link Oyster Bracelet with deployment.
14k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Ref 15007 circa 1980
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 14k Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch, Ref. 15007, circa 1980, Quickset Date, with Original Rolex 14k Yellow Gold Jubilee Bracelet Comes with the Original Rolex Guarantee Pap...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 16753 1982
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic watch has a brown "nipple" dial, beautifully faded brown bezel, plastic crystal, locking waterproof gold crown, quickset date, and a stainless steel and 14k yellow gold ...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel and 14 Karat Gold “Red” Datejust Ref 6305, circa 1955
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This 6305 is worn on it’s original stainless steel and 14k yellow gold Rolex USA bracelet. Recently meticulously serviced by our most veteran watchmaker and offered with our 1 year ...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust automatic wristwatch ref 6605, c1957
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Powered by 17 jewel automatic 1065 calibre movement with sweep seconds and red and black roulette date wheel. With original Rolex steel and 14K YG Jubilee bracelet with early style b...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
1.0 Carat Diamond and Onyx Bracelet 14 Karat Gold 35.6 Gms Rolex Style Band
Located in Daytona Beach, FL
Large elegant diamond and onyx 14 karat yellow gold bracelet measuring 8.25 inches long. The center inlay onyx is flanked by two rows of round brilliant cut diamonds totaling 1.0 car...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Cellini Cushion Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Corona Del Mar, CA
14k Rolex lady's Cellini bracelet watch with a beautiful champagne dial accented with gilt hour markers.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Gold Stainless Steel Oyster Datejust Bracelet Wristwatch, circa 1966
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Rolex Datejust ref 1600 stainless steel and 14K gold, case serial # 1.5 million circa 1966 with original riveted link SS/14K YG Oyster bracelet.
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch circa 1970 with Gold Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch, Ref. 1501, serial number 2.6 million, circa 1970. 34mm case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal, very interesting light bron...
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex Date 14 Karat Yellow Gold Jubilee Bracelet Vintage Men's Watch 1503
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Date 14k Yellow Gold Jubilee Bracelet Vintage Mens Watch 1503.
Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual Tahitian Rainbow Diamond Dial Ruby Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Tahitian Mother Of Pearl Rainbow Emerald Ruby Sapp...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Lapis Diamond Dial Sapphire Diamond Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Lapis Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Role...
Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual Tahitian Rainbow Diamond Dial Ruby Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Tahitian Mother Of Pearl Rainbow Emerald Ruby Sapp...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual Tahitian Rainbow Diamond Dial Ruby Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Tahitian Mother Of Pearl Rainbow Emerald Ruby Sapp...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Blue Vignette Diamond Dial Sapphire Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Blue Vignette Diamond Dial (This dial is not origi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual Tahitian Emerald Diamond Dial Emerald Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Tahitian Mother Of Pearl Emerald Diamond Dial (Thi...
Diamond, Emerald, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Malachite Diamond Dial Emerald Diamond Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Malachite Diamond Dial (This dial is not original ...
Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual Red Vignette Diamond Dial Ruby Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Red Vignette Diamond Dial (This dial is not origina...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual Green Vignette Diamond Dial Emerald Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Green Vignette Diamond Dial (This dial is not origi...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Blue MOP Rainbow Dial Fluted Bezel Jubilee Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Blue Mother Of Pearl Rainbow Emerald Ruby Sapphire ...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$23,000
W 1.42 in D 0.48 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Day-Date 18248 18K Gold Presidential Bark, Diamond Dial Watch c.1991
By Rolex
Located in Ocala, FL
Crafted in 1991, this Rolex Day-Date reference 18248 is an iconic expression of luxury, fashioned entirely in solid 18-karat yellow gold and fitted with the renowned President bracel...
Diamond, 18k Gold
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.