Rolex Ladies' 9 Karat Rose Gold Watch Bracelet, 1917
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A Rolex, early 20th century ladies', rose gold wristwatch, with a circular, white enamel dial
Rose Gold
Military WWI c1916 Rolex Mens' Watch with Very Rare Gun Metal 30mm Hinged Case
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This very rare and characterful early Rolex Military Wristwatch dates back to WWI – circa 1916 It
Metal
Military WWI c1918 S/Silver Trench Rolex Officer's Watch w Hinged Stockwell Case
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
A rare and highly evocative First World War (WWI) period wristwatch by Rolex, housed in a 925
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique c1915 Rolex W&D 9K 375 Rose Gold 28mm Hinged Round Case Ladies' Watch
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
! This sophisticated ladies’ timepiece is an antique Rolex watch from circa 1915, yet it’s in beautiful
Rose Gold
Antique c1913 Rolex W&D 9K 375 Rose Gold Case & 9K Gold Bracelet Ladies' Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This sophisticated ladies’ timepiece is an antique Rolex watch from circa 1913, yet it’s in
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Rolex Ladies 9 Karat Rose Gold Watch, 1910s
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1910's Vintage Rolex Ladies 9k Light Rose Gold Art Deco Design watch with Original Sunburst Silver
Rolex Watch Company Ladies Rose Gold Diamond Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Bracelet / Diamond Bezel / Evening Watch
Rolex Sterling Silver Tonneau Shape circa 1915 over 100 Years Old
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Tonneau Shape / Reference 578 METAL
Rolex Sterling Silver Military Campain W.W. 1 Watch from 1915
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Military / Campaign Series METAL / MATERIAL
Rolex 9ct. Solid Rose Gold British Hallmarked Ladies "Campaign" Style from 1915
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: W.W. 1 Campaign Style METAL / MATERIAL: 9CT
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H 1.74 in W 1.38 in
1914 ROLEX Rare Vintage Mens World War I Era Military Trench - Sterling Silver
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1914 ROLEX Rare Vintage Mens World War I Era Military Officers Demi-Hunter Trench
Sterling Silver
Rolex 9Ct, Ladies Hand Made Watch from 1915
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign Style / Wire Lugs METAL / MATERIAL
Rolex Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Military Style Pocket Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Pocket Watch / Open Faced METAL / MATERIAL
Rolex Rolco Rose Gold Mechanical Wind Wristwatch 1910s
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref COM809 Condition 9 - Excellent condition Gender Unisex Age 1910's Case Diameter 30 mm Case Size 30mm Box & Papers xupes Presentation Pouch Movement Mechanical Wind Ca...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex 9 Ct Yellow Gold Ladies Early Wristwatch from 1915
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign Series METAL / MATERIAL: 9CT. Yellow
Rolex Sterling Silver and Enamel Art Deco Watch from Mid Teens
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver
Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Tortue Shaped Watch from 1915
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
house of Rolex. It is expressed in the Cartier Style of a Tortue shape. Our finest watchmaker has just
18k Gold
Rolex Gold Art Deco Watch with Hand Engraved Bezel from 1915
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Octagon Shaped METAL / MATERIAL
Gold
Rolex Silver Campaign Style Ladies Watch with Breguet Engine Turned Dial 1916
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign Style METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling
Sterling Silver
Rolex 9Ct. English Market Ladies Watch with Original Cartouche Dial, 1920's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Military Campaign Style METAL / MATERIAL
Rolex 9 Carat Gold Ladies Wristwatch circa 1915 with Original Unrestored Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL: 9Ct. Solid
Rolex 9Ct. Rose Gold Art Deco Watch from 1915 in the Campaign Style
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign Style / Reference 374 METAL
Rolex Sterling Silver Military Campaign Style Watch circa 1915 with Enamel Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Military / Campaign METAL / MATERIAL
Gold-filled
Rolex Silver Art Deco Ladies Watch circa 1915 with Kiln Fired Enamel Bezel
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Campaign Style METAL / MATERIAL
Silver
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H 50.4 in W 35.44 in D 0.04 in
Original Vintage Poster for Rolex Oyster Perpetual Swiss Luxury Watch Models
Located in London, GB
Davis; the company moved its base of operations to Geneva Switzerland in 1919; the first Rolex Oyster
Paper
Vintage Rolex Square-Shaped Sterling Silver Watch, 1910s
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1910's Vintage Rolex Square-shaped Sterling Silver watch. Original, but restored enamel dial. Black
Rolex 18 KCarat Yellow Gold Gentleman's Open Faced Keyless Pocket Watch
By Rolex
Located in Windsor Forest, Berkshire
A stunning Gentleman's 18 Carat yellow gold open faced keyless wind pocket watch by Rolex. The
Yellow Gold
Sold
H 50.4 in W 35.44 in
Original Vintage Poster For Rolex Oyster Perpetual Swiss Luxury Watch Models
Located in London, GB
Davis; the company moved its base of operations to Geneva Switzerland in 1919; the first Rolex Oyster
Paper
Rolex Sterling Silver Half Hunter Officer's Wristwatch, 1919
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A rare Half Hunter Officers wristwatch by Rolex made in 1919 . Half Hunter wristwatches are a good
Silver, Sterling Silver
Rolex Silver Officers Trench Watch, 1916
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A rare vintage Officers wristwatch by Rolex made in 1916. Sterling Silver round case with hinged
Silver, Sterling Silver
Rolex Silver Officers Trench Watch, 1913
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A very rare, early, vintage Officers wristwatch by Rolex made in 1913. Sterling Silver round case
Silver, Sterling Silver
Rolex Sterling Silver Officers Trench Wristwatch, 1917
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A rare vintage Officers wristwatch by Rolex made in 1917. Sterling Silver round case with screw
Silver, Sterling Silver
Rolex Sterling Silver Officers Trench Wristwatch, 1915
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A very rare vintage Officers wristwatch with sweep centre seconds by Rolex made in 1915. Sterling
Silver, Sterling Silver
Rolex 18ct Gold Officers Trench Watch circa 1914
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A rare vintage Officers wristwatch in 18ct Gold by Rolex made in Circa 1914. 18 carat gold round
Gold, 18k Gold
1992 AZZEDINE ALAIA black lace RUNWAY dress with bustle
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaïa, Runway 1992 A standout and cleverly designed piece from Azzedine Alaïa’s 1992 runway collection, this exceptionally rare black lace dress was documented on the runwa...
$15,633
Size: FR36 - UK8 - US4
Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 1998
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior Evening Dress and Shawl Ensemble ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 1998 ▪ Constructed from a deep purple hammered satin ▪ Scoop neckline design ▪...
Tiffany & Company 1920s Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Tiffany & Company retailed Platinum and Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 x 18 M.M. Cushion shape case with Hand Engraving work and single cut Diamonds set into the beze...
Diamond, Platinum
JOHN GALLIANO 1999 Vintage Green Printed Backless Maxi Gown w. Blue Velvet Trim
By John Galliano
Located in Leonardo, NJ
John Galliano Vintage FW99 Green paisley baroque peacock swirl print Rich dark blue velvet trim Pullover Cowl neck Open back Size F40 Excellent vintage condition, minor feeling of w...
$12,914
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Vivienne Westwood Couture navy striped silk corset and skirt set, ss 1998
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
▪ Vivienne Westwood Couture navy striped chiffon evening two piece ▪ 100% Silk ▪ Off-shoulder corset with draped neckline ▪ Internal boning designed to cinch the waist and push brea...
$1,780Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Large
1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim
By Jean Patou
Located in Sparks, NV
Completely amazing vintage 1960s Jean Patou black wool jacket and skirt ensemble with faux fur trim and gold studs. Incredible tailoring and construction and chic enamel buttons. Ful...
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Genuine Cartier Diamond Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Burgundy Dial
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier Vendome Watch. RARE Diamond set bezel ref. 114755 Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome Rare Burgundy Bordeaux dial Sapphire Cabochon Crown. Diamond Set bezel. Condit...
Diamond, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Vintage Omega Mechanical Automatic Watch 18kt
Located in New York, NY
Geneve Ladies Watch Circa 1970's High grade Swiss Mechanical Movement Working Order. 7 inch Wearable Length 36 grams 17mm diameter case
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baume & Mercier .75 Carat Diamond Jade Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Stamford, CT
Haute Couture Baume & Mercier ladies wristwatch with a natural jade dial, diamond bezel and an 18k yellow gold case and braided band. Full original 7 ¾ Inch length. Approximate...
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
Vintage OMEGA 18K Gold Pearl Sapphire & Diamonds Grape Watch Bracelet Very RARE
By Omega
Located in Addison, TX
This stunning OMEGA wristwatch is a true treasure, with a luxurious 18K yellow gold bracelet and elegant diamond accents. The watch features a round, white dial with an analog displa...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
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
Ceil Chapman 1950's Blush Pink Strapless Silk Gown
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisitely beautiful Ceil Chapman evening gown from the 1950's. The epitome of midcentury Hollywood glamour. A holy grail gown for any vintage darling enamored with this bygone era ...
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
Hermès 1999 Sac Reteint Noir Birkin 35 Dyed Black Epsom Leather Hand Bag Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Birkin bag, size 35, in beige Epsom leather re-dyed in black and gold metal, keys, padlock, zipper, bell, dust bag, year 1999. Width 35 cm x height 25 cm x depth 18 cm, handle...
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.
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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.