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Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 3131 1946
Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 3131 1946

Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 3131 1946

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Great looking 14K rose gold Rolex Bubbleback ref 3131 circa 1946. Featuring 32mm diameter Oyster case with screw down caseback, screw down crown, smooth dome bezel, acrylic crystal, ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold French Case Dress Wristwatch
Rolex Yellow Gold French Case Dress Wristwatch

Rolex Yellow Gold French Case Dress Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18K Yellow Gold dress model featuring highly stylized French made case circa post war 1940’s. Featuring 19 x 38mm case with fluted hooded lug design and squared glass crystal. ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oysterdate 6494, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Oysterdate 6494, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Oysterdate 6494, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oysterdate Reference #: 6494. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Stainless Steel Beige 34 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oysterdate 6494, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Oysterdate 6494, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Oysterdate 6494, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oysterdate Reference #: 6494. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Stainless Steel Beige 34 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s
Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s

Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18k rose gold Bubbleback wristwatch, circa 1940s. Classic vintage model, 32mm tonneau case with smooth bezel, beautifully restored glossy black dial with luminous indexes and m...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s
Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s

Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 14k rose gold Bubbleback wristwatch, circa 1940s. Great looking model with 32mm tonneau case with screw down crown and caseback. With beautifully restored glossy black dial, lu...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s
Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s

Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Fabulous looking Rolex 14k rose gold Bubbleback wristwatch, circa 1940s, Ref. 3131, 32mm three-piece case with self winding calibre N/A movement, sweep center seconds. With beautiful...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex Rose Gold Speedking Wristwatch circa 1940s
Rolex Rose Gold Speedking Wristwatch circa 1940s

Rolex Rose Gold Speedking Wristwatch circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 14k rose gold Speedking wristwatch, Ref. 4270, circa 1940s. Great condition 31mm Oyster case with period screw down crown and case back, acrylic crystal with beautifully restor...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 2705
Rolex Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 2705

Rolex Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 2705

By Rolex

Located in Milano, IT

Very rare oversized stainless steel chronograph with mobile lugs and beautiful white dial with applied stainless steel indexes and feuille hands.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Pink Gold Bubbleback ref# 3131 circa 1947
Rolex Pink Gold Bubbleback ref# 3131 circa 1947

Rolex Pink Gold Bubbleback ref# 3131 circa 1947

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 14K PG Bubbleback ref # 3131 circa 1947, 31mm diameter 3 piece Oyster case, Beautifully restored antique salmon dial with antique patina'd luminous indexes and mercedes hands. ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Gold Bubbleback Tonneau Case circa 1940's
Rolex Gold Bubbleback Tonneau Case circa 1940's

Rolex Gold Bubbleback Tonneau Case circa 1940's

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 14K YG Bubbleback circa 1940's. 32 X 39mm tonneau shaped case with smooth bezel and screw down caseback and period style screw down crown, with beautifully restored antique whi...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Army Wristwatch circa 1940s
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Army Wristwatch circa 1940s

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Army Wristwatch circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Oyster Army wristwatch, Ref. 4301, circa 1940s. Cushion Oyster case with screw back and screw down crown, original dial with patina. Currently shown on a green ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Royalite Wristwatch circa 1940s
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Royalite Wristwatch circa 1940s

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Royalite Wristwatch circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Oyster Royalite wristwatch, circa 1940s. 30mm case, manual-wind movement. Beautifully restored two-tone dial. Large original screw down Oyster crown. Great look...

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Vintage 1940s Swazi Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Speedking Wristwatch circa 1943
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Speedking Wristwatch circa 1943

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Speedking Wristwatch circa 1943

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Oyster Speedking wristwatch, serial number 211,XXX, circa 1943. 31mm boy's-size case with acrylic crystal and signed screw-down crown. Two-tone salmon dial with...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Athlete Wristwatch circa 1940's
Rolex Stainless Steel Athlete Wristwatch circa 1940's

Rolex Stainless Steel Athlete Wristwatch circa 1940's

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Athlete wristwatch, circa 1940s. 32 x 40mm case with extended lugs, smooth bezel and acrylic crystal. Beautifully restored white dial with Arabic and baton inde...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch 1944
Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch 1944

Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch 1944

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Great looking Rolex Bubbleback ref 3372 circa 1944. Featuring 32mm diameter Oyster case with screw down caseback, screw down crown, rose gold engine turned bezel, acrylic crystal, an...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Raleigh Wristwatch circa 1942
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Raleigh Wristwatch circa 1942

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Raleigh Wristwatch circa 1942

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Oyster Raleigh wristwatch, serial number 194,XXX, circa 1942. 29 x 35mm case with acrylic crystal and Oyster Patent + crown. Lovely black dial with patinaed lum...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 3131 1940s
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 3131 1940s

Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 3131 1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Great looking Rolex Bubbleback ref 3131 circa 1940’s. Featuring 32mm diameter Oyster case with screw down caseback, screw down crown, smooth dome bezel, acrylic crystal, and beautifu...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Dress Model Manual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1940s
Rolex Dress Model Manual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1940s

Rolex Dress Model Manual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Scarce design vintage Rolex dress model ref 4330 14K yellow gold circa 1940’s. Very pleasing design square case with rounded and sculpted sides, pronounced and well proportioned lugs...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Rolex Precision Reference 4061 Stainless Steel Watch, 1947
Vintage Rolex Precision Reference 4061 Stainless Steel Watch, 1947

Vintage Rolex Precision Reference 4061 Stainless Steel Watch, 1947

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1947 Vintage Rolex Precision Ref. 4061 Stainless Steel watch with Original Two Tone Silver and Brown Dial with Applied Steel Arabic 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12 with Stick/Bar/Baton Marker...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex Chronometer Reference 5275 Square-Shaped Watch, 1944
Vintage Rolex Chronometer Reference 5275 Square-Shaped Watch, 1944

Vintage Rolex Chronometer Reference 5275 Square-Shaped Watch, 1944

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1944 Vintage Rolex Rare Ref. 5275 Square 18k Rose Gold watch with Salmon Color Dial with Applied Rose Gold Arabic Numbers. Suitable for a Man or a Woman. 26mm x 34mm lug to lug (1.02...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Rose Gold French Case Wristwatch Ref 2283
Rolex Rose Gold French Case Wristwatch Ref 2283

Rolex Rose Gold French Case Wristwatch Ref 2283

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Rose Gold French Case Wristwatch ref 2283 circa late 1940s. 25 x 38mm beautifully designed and exquisitely crafted custom french square case with stylized lugs. Matte silvered ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Army Wristwatch Ref 3139
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Army Wristwatch Ref 3139

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Army Wristwatch Ref 3139

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Army ref 3139 serial # 381,xxx circa 1945. 31 x 38mm cushion shaped stepped design Oyster case with screw down back and period screw down crown. With ori...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel/Pink Gold Bubbleback ref #2764 c. 2940s
Rolex Steel/Pink Gold Bubbleback ref #2764 c. 2940s

Rolex Steel/Pink Gold Bubbleback ref #2764 c. 2940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex SS/PG Bubbleback ref #2764 with warmly patina'd original luminous salmon dial circa 1940's with PG engine turned bezel and pink gold period screw down crown. Very pleasing vint...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Gold Athlete "Empire" ref. 3548 circa 1947
Rolex Gold Athlete "Empire" ref. 3548 circa 1947

Rolex Gold Athlete "Empire" ref. 3548 circa 1947

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rare Rolex 18K PG automatic "Empire" model ref# 3548 circa 1947. Large drum shaped case with heavy extended lugs, screw down period crown and caseback, with beautiful presumably olde...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference #: 3131. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Yellow Gold Beige 30 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Pocket Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference #: 3131. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Yellow Gold Beige 30 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference #: 3131. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Yellow Gold Beige 30 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

ROLEX Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 2940 circa 1940s
ROLEX Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 2940 circa 1940s

ROLEX Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 2940 circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Bubbleback wristwatch, Ref. 2940. 31 x 38mm tonneau-shaped case with smooth bezel, circa 1940s, with beautifully restored salmon dial with patinaed luminous ind...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Rose Gold Precision Square Wristwatch circa 1944
Rolex Rose Gold Precision Square Wristwatch circa 1944

Rolex Rose Gold Precision Square Wristwatch circa 1944

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 14k rose gold Precision square wristwatch, circa 1944. 26 x 38mm square case with glass crystal. Lovely rose dial with printed black Roman numerals and blued steeled hands. Man...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex "Steelium" duo dial Prince  "Doctor's Watch" ref #1345
Rolex "Steelium" duo dial Prince  "Doctor's Watch" ref #1345

Rolex "Steelium" duo dial Prince "Doctor's Watch" ref #1345

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex "Steelium" duo dial Prince so called "Doctor's Watch ref #1343 circa 1930's. Straight walled rectangular case measuring 20 X 39mm. Original patina'd silvered dial dial with blu...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Boy's Size Oyster Wristwatch circa 1942
Rolex Stainless Steel Boy's Size Oyster Wristwatch circa 1942

Rolex Stainless Steel Boy's Size Oyster Wristwatch circa 1942

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel "boy's" size Oyster wristwatch, serial number 169,XXX, circa 1942. 29mm x 35mm case with acrylic crystal and Rolex signed crown. Nicely restored dial with Arabi...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Royalite Wristwatch Ref 4240 circa 1945
Rolex Stainless Steel Royalite Wristwatch Ref 4240 circa 1945

Rolex Stainless Steel Royalite Wristwatch Ref 4240 circa 1945

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Royalite wristwatch, Ref. 4240, serial number 371,XXX, circa 1945. 31mm case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal. Restored two-tone dial with Arabic quarter-h...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 5050 circa 1948
Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 5050 circa 1948

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 5050 circa 1948

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Bubbleback wristwatch, Ref. 5050, serial number 661,XXX, circa 1948. 32mm case with smooth bezel and signed Rolex Oyster screw down crown. With black dial with ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback ref # 2940 circa 1940's
Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback ref # 2940 circa 1940's

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback ref # 2940 circa 1940's

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex SS Bubbleback ref # 2940 circa 1940's
with beautifully restored glossy black dial with antiqued luminous indexes
and matching mercedes hands. Self winding NA cali...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX Pink Gold and Stainless Steel Bubbleback circa 1940s
ROLEX Pink Gold and Stainless Steel Bubbleback circa 1940s

ROLEX Pink Gold and Stainless Steel Bubbleback circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex pink gold top and steel back bubbleback, circa 1940s, with beautifully restored glossy black dial with patinaed luminous mixed Roman and Arabic indexes and matching Mercedes ha...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

ROLEX Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 2940 circa 1946
ROLEX Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 2940 circa 1946

ROLEX Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 2940 circa 1946

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Bubbleback wristwatch, Ref. 2940, 32mm diameter tonneau case with smooth bezel, circa 1946, with refinished antique salmon dial with Roman and Arabic luminous n...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Rectangular Wristwatch Ref 4029 circa 1940s
Rolex Stainless Steel Rectangular Wristwatch Ref 4029 circa 1940s

Rolex Stainless Steel Rectangular Wristwatch Ref 4029 circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel Rectangular Wristwatch, case ref 4029 circa 1940s. 27 x 40mm snap back case with wide and rounded bezel and extended lugs. With beautifully restored 2 tone anti...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Pink Gold Bubbleback ref. 3131 circa 1940's
Rolex Pink Gold Bubbleback ref. 3131 circa 1940's

Rolex Pink Gold Bubbleback ref. 3131 circa 1940's

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 14K pink gold bubbleback ref 3131 circa 1940's with orginal patina'd silver satin dial with luminous indexes and pencil style hands. Sharp condition original case and screw dow...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Rolex 14K Rose Gold Boy's Size circa 1940's
Vintage Rolex 14K Rose Gold Boy's Size circa 1940's

Vintage Rolex 14K Rose Gold Boy's Size circa 1940's

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Vintage Rolex 14K Rose Gold manual wind boy’s size (31mm) Oyster case with screw down case back and rose gold screw down bubble back era crown circa 1940’s. With very pleasing origin...

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Vintage 1940s Modernist Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Rectangular Dress Model Wristwatch circa 1946
Rolex Stainless Steel Rectangular Dress Model Wristwatch circa 1946

Rolex Stainless Steel Rectangular Dress Model Wristwatch circa 1946

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel rectangular dress model wristwatch, Ref. 4513, circa 1946. With stepped case, 24.5 x 40.5mm, and stepped lugs. With original matte silvered dial with raised ros...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Royalite Observatory Wristwatch circa 1942
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Royalite Observatory Wristwatch circa 1942

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Royalite Observatory Wristwatch circa 1942

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Oyster Royalite Observatory wristwatch scarce WWII-era model with exceptional condition original dial and unusually pristine case. 31mm boy's-size model, serial...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Royalite Observatory Wristwatch circa 1942
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Royalite Observatory Wristwatch circa 1942

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Royalite Observatory Wristwatch circa 1942

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Oyster Royalite Observatory wristwatch, serial number 227,XXX, circa 1942/43. 31mm boy's-size model. Scarce WWII-era model with exceptional condition original d...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Athlete Wristwatch Ref 4127 circa 1943
Rolex Stainless Steel Athlete Wristwatch Ref 4127 circa 1943

Rolex Stainless Steel Athlete Wristwatch Ref 4127 circa 1943

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Athlete Wristwatch, Ref 4127, serial number 215,XXX, circa 1943. 32 x 40mm Oyster case with wide rounded bezel and early Oyster Patent crown. Beautiful o...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bombe Wristwatch circa 1948
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bombe Wristwatch circa 1948

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bombe Wristwatch circa 1948

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Oyster perpetual bombé wristwatch, Ref. 5018, serial number 608,XXX, circa 1948. Rare early model with original silvered dial with raised indexes and dauphine h...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Bombe Wristwatch Ref 5018 circa 1948
Rolex Stainless Steel Bombe Wristwatch Ref 5018 circa 1948

Rolex Stainless Steel Bombe Wristwatch Ref 5018 circa 1948

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Scarce and desirable model Rolex Stainless Steel Bombe ref 5018 serial # 641,xxx circa 1948. Featuring 35mm diameter case with extended bowed lugs, smooth bezel and acrylic crystal. ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Dress Model Stainless Steel Ref 4031, circa 1940s
Rolex Dress Model Stainless Steel Ref 4031, circa 1940s

Rolex Dress Model Stainless Steel Ref 4031, circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

A beautiful design medium size vintage Rolex stainless steel manual wind dress model ref 4031 circa 1940’s. Featuring a 25 x 34mm square case with horned lugs. With beautifully resto...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Dress manual wind wristwatch, circa 1950s
Rolex Stainless Steel Dress manual wind wristwatch, circa 1950s

Rolex Stainless Steel Dress manual wind wristwatch, circa 1950s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Vintage man’s Rolex stainless steel manual wind dress model ref 4498 circa 1950’s. Featuring a 35 x 42mm snap back case with extended lugs, acrylic crystal, and nicely restored anti...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Oyster Everest Observatory Ref# 4647, circa 1940s
Vintage Rolex Oyster Everest Observatory Ref# 4647, circa 1940s

Vintage Rolex Oyster Everest Observatory Ref# 4647, circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Scarce model vintage Rolex Oyster Everest Observatory model ref 4647 circa 1940’s. Featuring a 30 x 35mm thick cushion shaped Oyster case with side flat bezel with sloped sides, hea...

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Vintage 1940s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Bombe Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 5018 1948
Rolex Stainless Steel Bombe Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 5018 1948

Rolex Stainless Steel Bombe Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 5018 1948

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Scarce and desirable model Rolex stainless steel “Bombe ref 5018 serial # 608,xxx circa 1948. Featuring 35mm diameter Oyster case with extended bowed lugs, smooth bezel, acrylic crys...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 1102 circa 1941
Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 1102 circa 1941

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 1102 circa 1941

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch ref 1102 serial # 107,xxx circa 1941. Early flat back case pre U.S. distribution model, measuring 31mm. With patina'd and faded, but still...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch with Bracelet circa 1940
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch with Bracelet circa 1940

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. Great looking model, 32mm tonneau Oyster case with screw back and crown. Beautifully rest...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 14K PG Bubbleback circa 1940's with "California" dial
Rolex 14K PG Bubbleback circa 1940's with "California" dial

Rolex 14K PG Bubbleback circa 1940's with "California" dial

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 14K PG Bubbleback circa 1940's with beautifully restored antique salmon so called "California" dial with antique luminous indexes and mercedes hands. Self winding and sweep sec...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3131
Rolex Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3131

Rolex Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3131

By Rolex

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Oyster Perpetual Ref. 3131 Nice and early Rolex Oyster Perpetual - Bubble back CASE screwed case, pink-gold, acrylic glass, screw-down crown, 18ct., d=34mm MOVEMENT Rolex Bu...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 3131 circa 1945
Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 3131 circa 1945

Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 3131 circa 1945

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 14K Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch, Ref. 3131 serial number 3.2 million, circa 1945. 32mm tonneau Oyster case and period rose gold bubble back crown. Original matte salmon dia...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

ROLEX Pink Gold Bubble Back Chronometer Wristwatch circa 1940s

ROLEX Pink Gold Bubble Back Chronometer Wristwatch circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in Southampton, NY

14K pink gold bubble back case featuring a fully restored white dial with Arabic numerals, sweep seconds hand, circa 1940s

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

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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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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

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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Questions About Rolex
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A contemporary Rolex Yacht Master costs around $11,000. However, a vintage model can cost up to $30,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Rolex does not officially make sunglasses that are available for sale. They do however occasionally create promotional products, which have included sunglasses for sponsored events in the past. Browse a range of Rolex products that have been expertly authenticated on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To wind a Rolex Datejust, set the crown notch (located on the right hand side of the face) to position one. To set it to position one, turn the crown counterclockwise to unscrew the crown and pop the crown out one notch. From this position, start to wind the Rolex by turning the crown clockwise. You should feel a bit of tension and hear a soft clicking sound. Browse a wide selection of Rolex Datejust watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While choosing a watch can depend on the wearer's style, there are a few consistent favorites. Some of the top Rolex watches for women include the Rolex Datejust, the Rolex Day-Date, and the Rolex Oyster Perpetual.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The most expensive Rolex ever sold is the Paul Newman Daytona. This Rolex was purchased for $17.8 million in 2017. On 1stDibs, there are expensive Rolex watches but there is a wide variety available, so it should be easy to find a good fit for your tastes as well as your budget.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The Rolex Oyster Perpetual is a great entry-level Rolex to purchase. The perpetual refers to the ability of the watch to use the energy of the wearer's wrist motion to run. It is a popular starter Rolex.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The lowest priced Rolex model is the Oyster Perpetual. This watch retails for roughly $5,000. On 1stDibs, you can can find a variety of Rolex watches for sale.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    One of the cheapest Rolex watches is the Oyster Perpetual, which usually costs around $5,000. This model is made of oystersteel, an affordable type of steel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Rolex uses only the highest quality diamonds in their watches and compares these stones against certified master stones. They are the most colorless, so in ranges D to G.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    There is no single rarest Rolex face, as the availability of the luxury watchmaker's timepieces does vary in response to changes in collecting trends. However, some faces are generally rarer than others due to limited production, age and other factors. Examples of such dials include those made of meteorite, onyx, malachite, bloodstone, tiger's eye, coral, wood and lapis lazuli. Find a wide range of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    What is the cheapest Rolex ever made may vary over time as the luxury maker introduces new models. However, some watches made by Rolex are generally considered entry-level models based on their price points. These include the Oyster Perpetual, the DateJust 36mm, the Explorer 36mm, the Air King and the Milgaus. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of Rolex watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    An Oyster Perpetual on a Rolex watch refers to the watch's ability to run on the energy generated by the wearer's wrist movements rather than manual winding. At Baselworld in 2015, a variety of Rolex watches with a new-generation Oyster Perpetual movement were unveiled. Find a variety of vintage Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The popular Rolex Oyster Perpetual is usually between $5,900 and $6,600 in price.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Because platinum is denser than other metals, it is often more expensive to purchase platinum watches than gold. One of the most expensive watches sold was a Platinum Rolex worth $277,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A new Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date watch is worth around $6,000. However, if it's encrusted with gems or vintage, it can cost as much as $50,000. 1stDibs has a great and vast selection of Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The new Submariner Rolex with a Black Bezel is worth around $8,100 with some of the more expensive new Submariners in yellow gold costing around $36,950.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To wind a Rolex watch, first fully unscrew the winding crown. Once it is in a raised position, carefully turn the crown clockwise. Most watches require 25 turns for enough winding to begin powering the watch. The instructions included with Rolex watches provide more information about how to wind specific models. Shop a large collection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending on what kind of watch you're looking for, one may be better than the other. For instance, if you want a highly functional sport watch, some of Rolex's models may be better for you. That said, the brands' watches are very similar quality-wise. The main difference is their appearances: While Rolex designs more traditional timepieces, Panerai is more contemporary and bold.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Rolex Submariner bears an 18k stamp and the number “750,” which means that 75 percent of the watch is made out of pure gold model. The most luxurious of all timepieces, the Rolex Submariner has been continuously manufactured since 1951. Find vintage Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Rolex uses only the highest quality melee diamonds with between D and G in color and IF in clarity. Every diamond is tested individually to make sure it is real.