Vintage 1954 Rolex Oyster Speedking Ref. 6430 – Manual Wind
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
minimalist aesthetic. Powered by the manual wind Rolex Cal. 1215 17-jewel movement, this Speedking represents
Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1954 Rolex Oyster Speedking Ref. 6430 – Manual Wind
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
minimalist aesthetic. Powered by the manual wind Rolex Cal. 1215 17-jewel movement, this Speedking represents
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1966 Rolex Oyster Speedking Ref. 6430 – Manual Wind
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
for a minimalist and elegant look. Powered by the manual wind Rolex Cal. 1225 17-jewel movement, this
Stainless Steel
1940's Rolex Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - Platinum & Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
plated, 17 ruby jewels, self-compensating flat balance spring, index regulator Movement jewels: 17
Platinum
1973 ROLEX PRECISION Vintage Mens Stainless Steel & Diamond Watch - Mint
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance Movement markings: Montres Rolex Geneva, 17
Stainless Steel
1950's Rolex Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - 18K White Gold & Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
. Hands: Original, white gold "lances" Movement type: Signed Rolex, rhodium plated, 17 ruby jewels, self
White Gold
Rolex Platinum Diamond Bezel and Lugs Customized Black Cord Strap & Buckle Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
mark between 8 & 9 o'clock), and the reliable Rolex caliber 1400 movement with 17 jewels, renowned
Platinum
Rolex Precision 10K White Gold Retro c1950's Manual Cocktail Ladies Wristwatch.
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Rolex Movement 17 jewels, signed Rolex Geneve Instantly recognizable, it's a classy accessory of any
White Gold, 10k Gold
Rolex Precision Steel Wristwatch, c1945
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
, teardrop, overlaid fancy lugs. Rolex, 17-Rubies (Jewels) precision lever escapement movement with
Steel
1968 Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 6241 Stainless Steel Stem Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bradford, Ontario
Movement: Rolex Signed Valjoux Cal. 722, 17 Jewels Estimated Production Year: 1968 Markings to Inside
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate Wristwatch Ref 6491
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Movement: N72860 Rolex 17 jewels SA All of our pre-owned watches have been fully serviced and come with
Stainless Steel
Rolex Platinum Diamond Wristwatch, circa 1960
By Rolex
Located in North Hollywood, CA
signed and confirmed all Rolex parts original, 17 jewels Swiss and Montres 1401. Metal: Platinum Stones
White Diamond, Platinum
Rolex Stainless Steel Royal Wristwatch circa 1945
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
Rolex production line 17 jewels, with a stainless steel screw back oyster case and fitted leather non
Stainless Steel
Rolex SpeedKing 6430 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
of actual watch. Rolex Calibre 1225, 17 Jewels, Movement Number 6453 Due to the age of the watch we
Stainless Steel
Rolex Rose Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 9162 circa 1955
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
tachometer scale, blue telemeter scale, luminous alpha hands, manual-wind movement with 17 jewels, Rolex
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Prince Imperial 1645 Pocket Watch, Art Deco Style, Circa 1954
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
, with sub dial seconds. This is a highly regarded movement, the 17 jewel Rolex Ultra Prima, which was
1946 Rolex Precision Full Size Vintage Mens Handwound Dress Watch - SS
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
" seconds hand Movement type: Rolex, handwound, rhodium-plated, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement
Stainless Steel
1938 Rolex Vintage Art Deco Ladies Dress Watch - 14K Rose Gold
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
: Rolex, Geneve, Swiss, 17 Jewels, Adj. to 2 Pos., Pateneted Super Balance Band: Leather, fully stitched
Rose Gold
1945 Rolex Rare Hooded Bubbleback Ref. 3065, Gold & SS - Original with Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
Movement type: Signed Rolex, 9 3/4"' rhodiumed, 17 jewels, lever escapement, Super balance balance, self
Gold, Stainless Steel
Tudor Oyster Air-Tiger Ref 7957 Vintage Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Tudor
Located in Chicago, IL
Oyster Case with screw down Rolex Logo Crown. 17 Jewel, mechanical, manual wind movement. White Dial with
Stainless Steel
Rolex Prince Drs. Duo Dial 1930s Wristwatch Gold Filled and Steel Case
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
and stepped case with Stainless Steel Back. Rolex 17 Jewel Prince, Extra Prima Movement. Silvered Dial
Gold-filled, Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Mesh Dress Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Rolex solid 14k gold dress watch circa 1960 with manual wind 17 jewel Rolex movement and mesh watch
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Rolex Lady's White Gold and Diamond Bracelet Watch Ref 6252 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
case: 14k Movement: Rolex 17 jewel adj 2 positions Montres 1041 Swiss Inside case: Rolex 6252
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex 1950 17 Jewels Precision Lever 7 World's Records Pocket Watch 855507
By Rolex
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION (7/10 or B) Minor marks on Dial Minor rubs on the Crystal Minor aging on the hands Gender : Unisex Watch Shape : Round Display : Analog Movement : Me...
Genuine Rolex Watch. 14k WG Ladies Rolex Mechanical Windup Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
14k White Gold Rolex Brushed Bezel Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Rolex Movement 17 Jewel
14k Gold, White Gold
Genuine Rolex Watch. 14k WG Ladies Rolex Mechanical Windup Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
14k White Gold Rolex Brushed Bezel Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Rolex Movement 17 Jewel
14k Gold, White Gold
Rose Gold Rolex Wristwatch, circa 1930s
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Rolex 18k rose gold chronometer wristwatch, circa 1930s. Manual-wind 17-jewel movement with aged
Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Wristwatch circa 1956
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
SA 17 jewels adjusted N51470 All of our pre-owned watches have been fully serviced and come with a
Stainless Steel
Rolex Cocktail Watch 14K Yellow Gold Manual Wind
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
powered by a Rolex caliber 1401 17 jewel manual wind movement. The movement is serviced and the watch will
Yellow Gold
1940's Rolex Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - Platinum & Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
plated, 17 ruby jewels, self-compensating flat balance spring, index regulator Movement jewels: 17
Platinum
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Wristwatch Ref 6422 circa 1957
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Montres Rolex SA, 17 jewels All of our pre-owned watches have been fully serviced and come with a one
Stainless Steel
Rolex Precision 9kt. Yellow Gold Men's Wristwatch with White Dial, 1957
By Rolex
Located in Braintree, GB
Nr.12857 The watch is fully Inspected, Serviced & Guaranteed. High Grade Rolex Cal.1210, 17 Jewels
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 0.63 in L 0.99 in
1950's Rolex Ladies Vintage Watch, 18K Gold Rare & Beautiful Asymmetrical Design
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
, 17 jewels, shock absorber, patented Super Balance, index regulator Movement markings: Rolex
18k Gold
Vintage Panerai Marina Militare made by Rolex circa 1950s
Located in Miami Beach, FL
and the case and 17 jewel movement are sigined by Rolex. It is a reference 6152-1. The non-locking
Vintage Rolex Diamond Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
-open cover for the face. Movement is signed Rolex, 17 jewels and is stem wound. There are four
Diamond, Platinum
Rolex Precision 14 Karat Pink Gold Manual Wind Ref 4010, circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
salmon dial with mirror rose Roman indexes and simple baton hands. Powered by Rolex 17 jewel manual wind
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex 14K YG dress model
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG dress model 17 jewel manual wind with sweep seconds, 33mm diameter sloped edge case, 2
Rolex SS Dato Compax ref 4768
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
outer calendar. Rolex signed Calibre 72C 17 jewel manual wind movement. Rare and desirable large
Rolex Stainless Steel Wristwatch circa 1960s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
, original silvered satin dial with applied indexes, Rolex logo and baton hands. 17-jewel manual-wind
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Dress Model Wristwatch 1940s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
raised gold arabic figures and gilt leaf style hands. Powered by 17 jewel Rolex caliber 9 3/4 hunter
Rolex SS Vintage Square Dress Model c.1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
. Antique white dial with rasied arabic indexes and Rolex logo. 17 jewel manual wind movement with
Stainless Steel
Rolex Gold TV Shaped Case circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
clasp. 17 jewel manual wind movement, signed Rolex crown. Very mint condition example appears tto have
18k Gold
Rolex Dress Model Manual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
figures and gilt leaf style hands. Powered by 17 jewel Rolex caliber 10 1/2 hunter (caliber 700) manual
14k Gold
Rolex White Gold Chameleon on Bracelet circa 1960's
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
cross hatched surface with matching heavy 18K WG bracelet. Signed Rolex crown, mint original dial. 17
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Rectangular Wristwatch Ref 4029 circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
. Powered by Rolex caliber 17 jewel 9 3/4 manual wind hunter movement with subsidiary seconds. Takes 16mm
Stainless Steel
Rolex 18 KCarat Yellow Gold Gentleman's Open Faced Keyless Pocket Watch
By Rolex
Located in Windsor Forest, Berkshire
. The Swiss made movement with 17 jewels. Rolex serial number 133571. The back of the watch unengraved
Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Dress Wristwatch
Located in West Hollywood, CA
caliber 1210 17 jewel manual wind movement with sweep seconds. Offered on your choice of fine leather or
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex SS Prince Brancard Flared Case Model ref# 1490 c.1930's
Located in West Hollywood, CA
silver satin dial with black figures and blued steel spade hands. Rolex calibre 300 17 jewel chronometer
Stainless Steel
Rolex Precision Gold Wristwatch c1940
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
, teardrop, fancy lugs and overlaid bezel. Rolex, 17-Rubies (Jewels) precision lever escapement movement
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Precision Steel Wristwatch, c1945
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
, teardrop, overlaid fancy lugs. Rolex, 17-Rubies (Jewels) precision lever escapement movement with
Steel
Rolex Precision Gold Wristwatch, circa 1959
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
lugs. Rolex, 17-Rubies (Jewels) precision lever escapement movement with Superbalance. Subsidiary
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Precision Wristwatch, circa 1958
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
lugs. Rolex, 17-Rubies (Jewels) precision lever escapement movement with Superbalance. Sweep centre
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermès Birkin Sellier 20 Faubourg by Night Madame Alligator Leather
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Hermès Birkin Sellier 20 Faubourg by Night, a rare and exquisite masterpiece. Crafted in Madame and shiny Alligator leather, this highly coveted design c...
Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17
By Cartier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...
Art Deco Platinum Watch 2.40 TCW VS2 G/H Antique 17.5g Manual 6/5"
Located in Puyallup, WA
Introducing a work of art and a testament to exquisite craftsmanship, this Platinum Art Deco Watch. Adorned with exquisite natural diamonds, this timepiece stands as a statement of s...
Diamond, Platinum
Hermes Birkin 35cm Vert D'Eau Matte Alligator Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the epitome of luxury and sophistication, the Hermes Birkin 35 Vert D'Eau Matte Alligator Palladium Hardware handbag. Crafted in 2021, this iconic handbag is a testament ...
Rolex Vintage Yellow Gold Strap Model Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Rolex Wrist Watch, 33 M.M. 14K 2 piece case, 9 M.M. thick, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle lever movement, 2 tone Silver Satin Pie pan dial with raised Gold marke...
14k Gold
Hermes Birkin 35 Bag Limited Edition So Black Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare limited edition Hermes Birkin So Black 35 bag is featured in Heritage Box leather. The collection was the final bow of Jean-Paul- Gaultiers' genius as creati...
Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Stamford, CT
The Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Wristwatch is an exquisite blend of timeless elegance and modern artistry. This luxurious timepiece sparkles with an array o...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Hamilton Diamond Watch. Vintage Ladies Hamilton Classic String Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stunning watch piece. Hamilton fully mechanical wristwatch. 14k White Gold Case with multiple diamonds. 14k White Gold Kreiser Cable Band. Condition: Watch winds up and ticks. Needs...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, White Gold
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2002 Matte Python Skin Saddle Bag & Mirror
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Switzerland, CH
A rare Christian Dior mini evening saddle bag designed by John Galliano From a collectable, limited edition in 2002 Offered only in Dior flagship stores to a limited clientele Get th...
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 ...
Alexander McQueen New Fur Jacket 'ESHU' A/W 2000
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible rare black, shiny, soft, silky goat fur jacket from Alexander McQueen's F/W 2000 Eshu collection. It has a standup collar, V neckline, front fur hook closures and is li...
Rolex 18Kt Solid Yellow Gold Dress Watch With Diamonds circa, 1952
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 3863 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1952 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 33mm "Lug T...
18k Gold
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with emeralds and diamonds that makes it a perfect fit to ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Dress Watch circa 1950 with Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold / Set with Vintage Rose Cut Stones .75Cts. CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZ...
18k Gold
Chanel Navy Double Flap
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This unique and highly desirable Chanel item is skillfully crafted from navy leather. The double-flap bag has a spacious compartment and two interior pockets, offering plenty of room...
Vintage Platinum Diamond Ladies Watch, 1.80ct Natural Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Indulge in timeless elegance with this exquisite vintage ladies watch, beautifully crafted in a combination of a platinum case and victorian cut natural diamonds on black velvet leat...
Diamond, Platinum
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.