Rolex Daytona Cosmograph whitegold diamond dial Ref:116519
By Rolex
Located in Berlin, BE
Step into a realm of enchantment with the breathtakingly beautiful white gold Daytona, a timepiece that exudes pure elegance and captures the essence of dreams. This exquisite watch ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Sultan Submariner 16613 Two-Tone 40mm Champagne Serti Diamond Watch
By Rolex
Located in Zurich, CH
A Regally Configured Icon of Marine Luxury. The Rolex Submariner stands as an immutable pillar of horological history, globally celebrated for defining the luxury dive watch archety...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Gold & Steel 116233 Watch Champagne Dial Jubilee Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 36 Gold & Steel 116233 Watch Factory Champagne Diamond Dial Custom Diamond Bezel Jubilee Bracelet Two Tone Watch This watch has been professionally polished, serviced...
Gold, Steel
Rolex Mini Datejust 26mm 79174G Black Diamond Dial 18k Fluted Bezel F9 Serial 20
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 1937 Brand Rolex Model Datejust Reference 79174G Year 2005 Dial Black Diamond Dial Case Steel and 18k White Gold Fluted Bezel Bracelet Steel Diameter 26mm Length 16.3cm Movemen...
Rolex Datejust 16203 36mm Champagne Diamond Dial 18K Gold Steel Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16203 Serial: K816*** Year: 2001 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow G...
Diamond, Steel
Rolex Lady-Datejust Diamond Champagne Dial Steel & Yellow Gold 26mm 179173
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A timeless 26mm steel and gold Lady-Datejust wristwatch reference 179173, by Rolex. Featuring a champagne dial with diamond hour markers, a date aperture and the iconic fluted bezel,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 76080 24mm Blue Dial Diamond Bezel Steel Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 76080 Serial: Y39**** Year: 2002 Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Custom Diamond Bezel ...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yacht-Master 29mm 18K Yellow Gold Blue Dial Automatic Ladies Watch 169628
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. Y Serial. All photos are of the actual watch. Free polishing upon request. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibrat...
Yellow Gold
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18K Rose Gold Sundust Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116505
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
. * Warranties provided by us are exclusively handled by our own certified watchmakers. Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Daytona Model Number: 116505 Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Styl...
Rose Gold
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 179178, circa 2002
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Rolex lady's 18k yellow gold Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 179178, circa 2002, cream-colored textured dial with gold Roman numerals. The dial has a pattern on it that is hard to photogra...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Day-Date President 18K Everose Gold Black Dial Mens Watch 118235
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. The watch comes with a box but no paper. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy. General In...
Rose Gold
Rolex Datejust 116233 Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Diamond Band 18K Gold & Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116233 Serial: F525*** Year: 2004 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel with Custom Diamonds Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel with Custom Diamonds...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Gold & Steel 116233 Watch Champagne Dial Jubilee Watch Diamond
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 36 Gold & Steel 116233 Watch Factory Champagne Diamond Dial Custom Diamond Bezel, Diamond Lugs, Jubilee Bracelet Two Tone Watch This watch has been professionally p...
Gold, Steel
Rolex Submariner Date No Holes None Ceramic Steel Black Dial Mens Watch 16610
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Recently Serviced. Brand: Rolex Department: Women Model Number: 16610 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Model: Rolex Submariner 16610 Style: Luxury Band Color: Steel ...
Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This watch was produced in 2004. Minor scratches and nicks on the bezel insert. Recently serviced. Wrist Fit: 7.5 Inches. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Num...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date 116613LB Ceramic Bezel Yellow Gold/Stainless Steel Watch
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...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
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Rolex Day-Date Rose Gold Carousel Diamond Mother of Pearl Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
This exceptional Rolex Day-Date, is a masterful display of horological craftsmanship and opulent design. Housed in a polished 18k rose gold case, often referred to as Everose by the ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Rolex Pearlmaster Datejust Ref.80318 29mm Solid Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl dial
By Rolex
Located in Zurich, CH
An Exquisite Pinnacle of Haute Horlogerie, Gem-Setting Precision, and Solid 18 Karat Precious Gold Architecture. Representing the apex of luxury within the Rolex manufacture, the Lad...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel White Dial Automatic Watch 16623
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand and Model Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Yacht-Master 16623 Model Number: 16623 Type and Style: Type: Wristwatch Style: Luxury Department: Men Display: Analog Vintage:...
Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Gold & Steel 116233 Watch Champagne Diamond Dial Jubilee Watch
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 sale...
Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Gold & Steel 116233 Watch Champagne Index Dial Jubilee Watch
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 sale...
Gold, Steel
Rolex Daytona Chronograph White Ivory Creamy Dial 116520 Steel Watch 2001
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Rolex Model: 116520 Year: 2001 Serial number: K4xxxxx Reference: C03499 Case: Show sign of wear with slight polish from previous; inner case back stamped 2100 Dial: Excellen...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Gold & Steel 116233 Champagne Roman Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee
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! Diamond...
Gold, Steel
Rolex Date 15238 34mm Champagne Dial 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Box Paper 2002
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 15238 Serial: P28**** Year: 2002 Model: Rolex Date Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Band: 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Bezel: 18k Yellow Gold Fluted ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yacht-Master II 18KT W/G Automatic Mens Watch 116689 Complete
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Presenting the exquisite Rolex Yacht-Master II 116689 in impeccable condition. This timepiece epitomizes luxury and precision, featuring a stunning white dial and platinum bezel hous...
White Gold
Rolex Datejust 31 Midsize Black Dial Stainless Steel Ladies Watch Oyster 78240
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Silver-tone stainless steel case with a silver-tone stainless steel oyster bracelet. Fixed smooth silver-tone stainless steel bezel. Black dial with silver-tone hands and index hour ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 18k Yellow Gold Steel Ivory Pyramid Dial Men Watch 116233
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand Information Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust 116233 Model Number: 116233 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Vintage: No Movement Type: Mechanical (Auto...
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Stainless Oyster Perpetual Air-King With Black Dial Box & Papers 2005
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air-King / Reference 2140 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 2005 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 42mm Length...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Oyster Perpetual Date With Rare Factory Original Black Dial 2002
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 2120 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 2002 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X D...
Stainless Steel
2009 Rolex Datejust 31 178344 Purple Roman Dial Diamond Bezel Oyster Bracelet Bo
By Rolex
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are present this 2009 Rolex Datejust 31, reference 178344, featuring a striking Purple Roman dial accented with a diamond marker at 6 o’clock. Crafted in stainless steel, this ele...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Midsize 31mm 178274 Factory MOP Diamond Dial 18K Gold Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 178274 Serial: D544*** Year: 2005 Model: Rolex Datejust Midsize Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Jubilee Bezel: 18K White Go...
18k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel 18K Yellow Gold Silver Dial Automatic Watch 116233
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with box and papers.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Jubilee 116233 Stainless Steel & Yellow Gold Watch Tuxedo Dial
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 sale...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady-Datejust 179173 Steel & Yellow Gold Watch Champagne Index Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
PERFECT CONDITION, NICE SHARP CASE, CRISPY BEZEL, TIGHT BAND. We are a premiere distributor of pre-owned and new watches, where we guarantee complete authenticity and corresponding a...
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Lady-Datejust 179173 Steel & Yellow Gold Watch Grey Roman Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
PERFECT CONDITION, NICE SHARP CASE, CRISPY BEZEL, TIGHT BAND. We are a premiere distributor of pre-owned and new watches, where we guarantee complete authenticity and corresponding a...
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust 116233 Two Tone 18k & Steel 36mm Champagne 10 Diamond Dial Minty
By Rolex
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to present this 2009 Rolex 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Datejust, reference 116233 with most of the original protective stickers still intact. This timeless class...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Steel
Rolex GMT-Master 16713 Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Watch with Black Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Our company is a premiere distributor of pre-owned and new watches, where we guarantee complete authenticity and corresponding aesthetic to all of our timepieces. The watch is fully ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Day Date 118238 Presidential 36 mm 18K Yellow Gold Black Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Day Date 118238 Presidential 36mm 18K Yellow Gold Black Diamond Dial This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and does not have any visible scratches or blemishes...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Rolex Lady Datejust 179173 26mm Mother of Pearl MOP Diamond Dial 18k Gold Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 179173 Serial: Z18**** Year: 2006-2007 Model: Rolex Ladies Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Jubilee Bezel: 18...
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Black Dial Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch 16713 - 2008
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned, in excellent condition, Rolex GMT-Master II ref 16713 from 2008 is becoming more popular as newer GMT models gain attention. The attraction to it grows because it's g...
Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Arabic Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 2002 B/P
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. Model features quick-set movement...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Men's 36mm Watch Ref. 16220
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This year 2000 Rolex Datejust Ref. 16220 is crafted in stainless steel with a classic 36mm case and distinctive fluted bezel.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm Steel Platinum Grey Dial Automatic Mens Watch 16622
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
. * Warranties provided by us are exclusively handled by our own certified watchmakers. Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Yacht-Master 16622 Model Number: 16622 Movement: Mechanical (Automa...
Platinum, Steel
Vintage Rolex Cellini Ref 4233 2000s Manual Wind Black Arabic Numeral Dial 34mm
Located in New York, NY
Here's a Rolex Cellini reference 4233 in 18k white gold two tone (rose gold bezel) manual wind with a black dial and applied Arabic numerals from the early 2000s. Measurements includ...
Steel
Seiko Credor Node Near Mint Watch Rolex Alternative 2004 Rare
Located in Northampton, MA
Seiko Credor Node (Ref. 4S76-00A0) It's not a Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet or Omega. It's something for the watch enthusiast in search of something a little oblique: a nea...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Cellini Ref 6623 2000s 18K Gold Quartz White Arabic Numeral Dial 3
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Cellini reference 6623 quartz with a white Arabic numeral dial in 18K white gold from the 2000s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements includ...
18k Gold
While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.
Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.
But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.
But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.
Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.
The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.
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Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
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A fresh palette of dial colors and technological advances have elevated this classic watch model.
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This model was designed for lefties.
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As the cache goes on display at London’s Design Museum, we speak to its enigmatic owner about some of his rarest acquisitions.