Rolex Datejust Blue Dial 16220
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36mm Datejust in stainless steel by Rolex. Features a blue dial and a fixed stainless steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Blue Dial 16220
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36mm Datejust in stainless steel by Rolex. Features a blue dial and a fixed stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16220 Grey Dial Watch in Steel, 1990s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference number 16220 automatic with a grey dial on an oyster
Steel
Rolex Datejust 16220 36mm Silver Tropical Dial Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16220 Serial: L49**** Year: 1989 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material
Steel, Stainless Steel
$6,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.48 in W 1.42 in
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 16220 Datejust Mens 1980s 36mm Automatic RA761
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic icon, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust ref.16220 automatic, c.1989, in excellent
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16220 White Roman Dial Watch in Steel, 1990s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference number 16220 automatic with a clean white Roman numeral
Steel
Rolex Datejust 16220 Grey Tapestry Dial Watch in Steel, 1990s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16220 (steel bezel) automatic with a grey tapestry dial
Steel
$7,150
H 1.42 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Datejust 36mm No Holes Steel Silver Dial Automatic Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
: Rolex Model Name: Datejust 16220 Model Number: 16220 Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Style: Luxury
Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Stainless Steel Quickset Watch Silver Roman Dial 16220
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
position. Rolex Calibre 3135 automatic movement with a 48-hour power reserve. Scratch resistant sapphire
Stainless Steel
RARE Vintage Rolex Datejust 16220 100 CLUB OF HOUSTON Dial 36mm Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
: 16220 Serial: X910*** Year: 1991 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Watch Silver Roman Dial 16220 Circa 1997
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Authenticity guaranteed! The watc...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Watch Black Roman Dial 16220 Circa 2000
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Authenticity guaranteed! The watc...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Datejust 90s Ref 16220 Grey Tapestry Dial Quickset Date 36mm.
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16220 (steel bezel) automatic with a grey tapestry dial
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
Rolex Datejust 16220 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 16220 Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case with stainless steel engine turn bezel
Unavailable
Rolex Datejust 16220 Men’s Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 16220 Men's Watch. 36mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel engine turn bezel
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Rolex Datejust 16220 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 16220 Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case with stainless steel engine turn bezel
Rolex Datejust 16220, Green Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust Reference #: 16220. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Green 36 MM
Rolex Datejust 16220, Green Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust Reference #: 16220. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Green 36 MM
Rolex Datejust 16220 Unisex Watch 2.60 Carat Aftermarket Diamond Stella Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust 16220 Mens Watch With 2.60CT Aftermarket Diamond Stella Dial 36mm
Rolex Datejust 6120, Silver Dial Certified Authentic
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust Reference #:16220. Rolex Datejust 16220 Mens Watch With 2.60CT Aftermarket Diamond
Rolex 16220 Datejust Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16220 Model: Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 36mm Crystal
White Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex 16220 Datejust Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16220 Model: Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 36mm Crystal
Diamond, White Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex 16220 Datejust Stainless Steel Silver Diamond Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16220 Model: Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 36mm Crystal
Diamond, White Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex 16220 Datejust Pink Mother of Pearl Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN : 16220 Model: Datejust Case Material: Stainless steel with no holes Case
Diamond, White Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16220 Stainless Steel Double Signature King Fahd Saudi Arabia
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare New Old Stock condition Rolex 16220 Datejust 1990s with original box & paper full
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16220 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16220 Men's Watch. 36mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel
Rolex DateJust 16220 Stainless Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Baltimore, MD
Rolex DateJust 16220 Stainless Steel White Dial Jubilee Bracelet Watch Model: 16220 Serial: F573
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16220
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36mm Datejust in stainless steel by Rolex. Features a silver dial complemented by a fixed
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Automatic 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Automatic 16220 - Automatic winding. Stainless steel case with
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Automatic 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Automatic 16220 - Automatic winding. Stainless steel case with
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16220 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16220 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch, 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16220 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16220 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16220 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire
Rolex Datejust 16220 Blue Dial Men Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Datejust 16220 Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case with stainless steel engine turn bezel
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
-owned with Rolex box and books.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Automatic movement, 31 jewels, Quickset date, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case with engine turned bezel, 36mm diameter. Silvered dial with baton markers. Stainless steel Oyster...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel 16220 Mens Watch - Automatic Winding. Stainless Steel case with
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16220 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Model 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16220 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16220 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Datejust Reference 16220, Outstanding Condition, Complete Set
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Rolex Datejust reference 16220 features a 36mm stainless steel case with engine turned bezel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16220 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
bezel (36mm diameter). Genuine Rolex silver Jubilee diamond dial. Stainless steel Jubilee bracelet. Pre
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel White Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16220
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
16220 Inside case: Rolex SA 16200 Movement: 3135 31 jewels Rolex 5 Pos Temperature 5621561 All of
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Steel, White Gold
Rolex Datejust 16220 Tapestry Dial Men's Watch Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16220 Mens Watch. Stainless steel 36mm case. stainless steel fluted
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Black dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16220 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire
Rolex Datejust Holes Steel Silver Dial Automatic Mens Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Rolex Datejust 36mm Holes Steel Silver Dial Automatic Men's Watch 16220. This Beautiful
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch Blue Roman Dial 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch Blue Roman Dial 16220 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels
Rolex Datejust Holes Steel Silver Dial Automatic Mens Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
. Brand: Rolex Department: Men Model Number: 16220 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Model
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Diamond Dial Ref 16220 Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16220 Model: Datejust Case Material: Stainless steel Case Diameter: 36mm Crystal
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16220, Roman Numeral Dial. Unusual Provenance.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16220 features a classic combination of stainless steel 36mm
Rolex Stainless Steel Tapestry Dial Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16220
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
bezel (36mm diameter). Rolex silvered Tapestry dial with stick markers. Stainless steel Jubilee bracelet
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Gents Steel White Roman Dial 16220 Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
, comes with an original Rolex box, our own certificate of authenticity and our own one year warranty.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch with White Gold Bezel Ref 16220
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Outside case: 16220 X138332 Inside case: Rolex 16200 Movement: 3135 31 jewel Rolex Adj 5 Pos Temp
18k Gold, Stainless Steel, White Gold
Rolex Datejust Ref 16220 Wristwatch, Jubilee Bracelet, Full Set, UK 2003.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our classic Rolex Datejust reference 16220 features a 36mm stainless steel case with stainless
Rolex Datejust No Holes Steel Silver Dial Automatic Mens Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Silver Dial Automatic Men's Watch 16220. Moderate
Rolex Datejust Steel Silver Sticks Dial Automatic Men’s 1991 Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Datejust 16220 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Rolex Datejust Jubilee Steel Silver Tapestry Dial Automatic Men Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Model: Rolex Datejust 16220 Vintage: No Movement: Mechanical (Automatic) Number of Jewels: 27 Jewels
Steel
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Blue Roman Dial Automatic Men's Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Datejust 16220 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Men's Watch, Stainless Automatic 2Yr Wnty 16220
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
-year warranty, and a generic presentation box. Brand: Rolex Datejust Model Number: 16220 Year: 1990
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16220 Steel 36mm Silver Stick Jubilee Engine-Turned Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this 1995 Rolex Datejust 16220. This is a great Rolex for a man or a woman
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Ref 16220 Oyster Datejust Automatic 1990s All Original RA278
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare, iconic classic, Men's all-stainless steel Rolex Oyster Datejust ref.16220 automatic, c.1991
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Steel Jubilee Bracelet Blue Roman Dial Automatic Mens Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Datejust 16220 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Mens Rolex Ref 16220 Oyster Datejust Rare Tapestry Dial Automatic 1990s RA278B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic icon, Men's all-stainless steel Rolex Oyster Datejust ref.16220 automatic, c.1991, with
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Steel 1.20 Carat Custom Diamond MOP Dial Men’s 1989 Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
warranty. Details: Model Number 16220 Brand Rolex Department Men Style Dress/Formal, Luxury Model Rolex
1989 Rolex Datejust Jubilee Engine Turned Bezel Silver Dial 36mm Watch Ref 16220
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
This classic unisex vintage Rolex Datejust wrist watch is circa 1989 and reference 16220. Features
Stainless Steel
1971 Rolex Tiffany & Co. Datejust Stainless 16220 Tapestry Dial
By Rolex for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Hicksville, NY
Era Modern Brand Rolex Style Datejust Model 16220 Serial EXXX,XXX Material Stainless Steel
Longines Conquest VHP (very high precision) TI Ref 21470.91. Titanium, c 1990
By Longines
Located in Canterbury, England
latter at ÂŁ1595 vs ÂŁ795 (cit. Longines UK price guide April 1991), in context a steel Rolex Datejust
Titanium
1990 Rolex Day Date Coral Ref. 18238 (Full Set)
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Coral, the King of Stone dials Rolex hasn't left a stone unturned when it comes to the selection of materials for their dials which in some cases can be described as 'exotic'. Stone...
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Sage Green Dial 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel with White Gold Bezel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Leng...
Rolex 1960s Oysterdate Precision 6694 Steel Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Oysterdate Precision Reference 6694 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece Oyster Case, 17 Jewel Caliber 1225 Manual wind movement, Original Black dial with r...
Steel
1937 Rolex Ref 3647 Very Rare Antique Manual Wind Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Extremely Rare 1930s Rolex Precision Model 3647 Manual Wind Square Watch This late 1930s Rolex manual wind square watch is a remarkable and rare find, showcasing the timeless crafts...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Basculante XL 26mm 2522
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 26mm XL Tank Basculante in stainless steel by Cartier. Featuring a silver dial with Roman numerals, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, and a secret Cartier signature at VII. The watch...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Bracelet and Rare Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1969 / 70 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41m...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Black Dial Watch Vermeil ARGENT Small Manual Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil). Ref 3055582 RARE Black Roman Dial. New Gucci Leather Band. Manual Windup Movemen...
Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex DateJust 116234 36 mm Stainless Jubilee Roman Blue Dial 18k Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Rolex DateJust 116234 36 mm Stainless Jubilee Roman Blue Dial 18k White Gold Bezel with Box & Card The watch features a screw-down crown, 18K White Gold fluted bezel, watch comes wi...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Persian Numbers circa, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960 / 70's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diame...
Stainless Steel
$20,870
H 1.42 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.42 in
NEW Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel White Gold Blue Motif Dial Jubilee Watch 126234
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. 2023 Card. Full set. The original box and papers are included. 5-year Rolex Warranty. Brand and Model: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust 126234 Model Number: 126234 Type and ...
Steel
NWT Christian Dior by John Galliano Origami Dress Runway Fall 2006 Wedding Gown
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Baar, CH
New with tags, this never-before-worn archival piece has been carefully stored for the past 18 years, preserving its pristine condition. An absolutely stunning and rare masterpiece ...
Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual Yellow Gold 6593
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A yellow gold vintage Oyster Perpetual by Rolex from the 1950s. Features a champagne dial, complemented by a yellow gold fluted bezel. Fitted with plastic glass and a self-winding au...
Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust Navy Blue Roman Numeral Dial Oyster Perpetual Model 16014
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Navy Blue Roman Numeral Dial Oyster Perpetual Model 16014
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Precision 6423 Arrowhead Dagger Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Rolex Model: Oysterdate Precision Reference number: 6423 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Hand Wind Case Material: Stainless Steel Measurements :34mm diame...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Galbee Stainless Steel Wristwatch W20060D6
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301555 Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card) Date 2009 Model W20098D6 Serial Number 28********** Metal Stainless steel Stones Sapphire Weight Approximately 115.1 g Condition Excel...
Blue Sapphire, Steel, Stainless Steel
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 professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are abs...
Stainless 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.
Find vintage Rolex watches, bracelets and more on 1stDibs.
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.
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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.