Vintage Rolex Watch. ROLEX Oyster Royal 2280 SS 30mm 1930s
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Generic Stainless Steel Bracelet (not original Rolex). 30mm round case Condition: Watch is excellent condition for the age.
Stainless Steel
Rolex 6466 Oysterdate Precision 30mm 1960s Midsize Vintage Manual Wind RA782B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measures a universal 30mm wide, perfect for him or her, case in excellent vintage condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1210 manual wind movement, clea...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6466 30mm 1960s Midsize Vintage Manual Wind RA782
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measures a universal 30mm wide, perfect for him or her, case in excellent vintage condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1210 manual wind movement, clea...
Stainless Steel
Rolex 6827 Oyster Datejust 18k Solid Gold 30mm 1980s Midsize Automatic RA732B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Original Rolex crown. 28-jeweled Rolex cal.2030 COSC automatic movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,192Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster 6827 Datejust 18k Solid Gold 1980s Midsize 30mm Automatic RA732
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Original Rolex crown. 28-jeweled Rolex cal.2030 COSC automatic movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Rolex Cellini 4320 18K Yellow Gold Manual Silver Dial 30mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A Study In Form And Texture The Cellini line has always been Rolex’s platform for pure design, a space where the constraints of the Oyster case were set aside in favor of artistic e...
Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini 18K YG 3804 Manual Wind Champagne Dial 30mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Gold Minimalist Execution From 1976 The Rolex Cellini 3804 represents a specific era when Rolex leaned into formal design without the constraints of the Oyster case. It ignores the ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ref 6624 Oyster Date 18k Solid Gold Midsize 30mm 1960s Automatic RA456C
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Original Rolex crown. 26-jeweled Rolex cal.1130 COSC automatic movement with butterfly rotor, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,392Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Date Ref 6624 18k Solid Gold 1960s Midsize 30mm Automatic RA456R
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Original Rolex crown. 26-jeweled Rolex cal.1130 COSC automatic movement with butterfly rotor, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,720Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Cellini Ref 4014 18k Gold 1970s Mens Midsize 23mm x 30mm Dress Watch RA730
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Original Rolex crown. 19-jeweled Rolex cal.1600 manual wind movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition.
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Royal ref 2280 Art-Deco c1936 S/Steel Manual 15 Jewels 30mm Mens' Watch
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This fine & rare Art-Deco Rolex Royal reference 2280 S/Steel wristwatch, dating back to circa 1936, featuring: 30mm S/Steel Case, 35mm including the original signed screw-down cr...
Stainless Steel, Steel
Tudor Rolex Rose Logo Radial Arabic Numerals c1960's 30mm Manual Mens' Watch
By Tudor
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Tudor Rolex Vintage Gents’ Watch is dating from 1960’s, it is in good working order & in overall good original condition An ivory-beige coloured Dial is adorned with brand’s ic...
Stainless Steel
1943 Rolex Very Rare Lund & Blockley Oyster Aqua Vintage Mens Midsize World War
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
Originally intended for men, this midsize or "boys size" Lund & Blockley Aqua watch by Rolex measures just over 30mm wide excluding the crown.
Stainless Steel
Rolex lady's yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Florentine wristwatch Ref 6551
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A New Old Stock Ladies Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14k Yellow Gold with Florentine Finish Reference: 6551 Circa: 1960s Movement: Manual-wind Rolex Cal. 1160 Case: 30mm 14k ye...
14k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Watch 14k Gold 30mm
By Rolex
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Everyone needs a Rolex in their timepiece collection. Circa 1940s, this 30mm Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch features a round 14k gold case with a smooth finish polished bezel.
14k Gold
1966 Rolex Oysterdate Precision Watch 6466 30mm Stainless #24507
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1966 Rolex Oysterdate Precision Watch Model: 6466 Serial: 1501972 This vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision watch is set in stainless steel Stainless steel band has very little stre...
Stainless Steel
Midsize Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6548 30mm Automatic 1950s Vintage RA528
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Smooth turned bezel on stainless steel case measures a universal 30mm wide, in excellent condition. 26-jeweled Rolex cal.1130 automatic movement with butterfly rotor, cleaned and ser...
Stainless Steel
Midsize Rolex OysterDate Precision 6466 30mm Manual Wind 1960s Swiss RA417B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Original Rolex crown. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1215 manual wind movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition.
Stainless Steel
Midsize Rolex OysterDate Precision 6466 30mm Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA417
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Original Rolex crown. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1215 manual wind movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition.
Midsize Rolex OysterDate Precision 6466 30mm 1960s Manual Wind Swiss RA417B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Original Rolex crown. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1215 manual wind movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition.
Stainless Steel
Midsize Rolex Oyster Speedking 6431 30mm Hand Wind 1970s Vintage Swiss RA510B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Engine turned bezel on stainless steel case measures a universal 30mm wide, in excellent condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1225 manual wind movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent...
Stainless Steel
Midsize Rolex Oyster Speedking Precision 6430 30mm Hand Wind 1960s Vintage RA466
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage classic, all-stainless steel Rolex Oyster Speedking Precision, universal size 30mm ideal for him or her, a great addition to any collection.
Stainless Steel
Midsize Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6551 18k Gold 30mm Automatic 1950s RA470B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Solid 18k gold bezel on 18k solid gold case measuring a universal 30mm in diameter, perfect for him or her, in pristine, vintage condition. 26-Jeweled Rolex cal.1130 COSC automatic m...
Gold, 18k Gold
Midsize Rolex Oyster Speedking Precision 6430 30mm Hand Wind 1960s Swiss RA466B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring a youth 30mm wide, in excellent condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1215 manual wind movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running c...
Stainless Steel
Midsize Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6551 18k Solid Gold 30mm Automatic 1950s RA470
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Solid 18k gold bezel on 18k solid gold case measuring a universal 30mm in diameter, perfect for him or her, in pristine, vintage condition. 26-Jeweled Rolex cal.1130 COSC automatic m...
Gold, 18k Gold
Midsize Rolex Oyster Speedking Ref 6431 30mm Hand Wind 1970s All Original RA510
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Engine turned bezel on stainless steel case measures a universal 30mm wide, in excellent condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal.1225 manual wind movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent...
Stainless Steel
Midsize Rolex Oyster Date 6627 18k Solid Gold 30mm Automatic 1950s Vintage RA507
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Solid 18k gold fluted bezel on 18k solid gold case measuring a universal 30mm in diameter, perfect for him or her, in pristine, vintage condition. 26-Jeweled Rolex cal.1130 COSC auto...
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex 1959 Stainless Steel Ref 6430 Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1959 Rolex Reference 6430 Wrist watch, 30 MM 2 Piece Stainless Steel Oyster Water Resistant case, 17 Jewel manual Wind Movement, older custom refinished Pinkish-Red Dial with R...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Cellini 4014 Blue Dial 18k WG 4.2m Serial 1976
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
At Classic Time Club, we handpick every watch for its superb condition, design excellence, and timeless appeal. Details Brand: Rolex Model: Cellini Reference: 4014 Year: 1976 Case:...
18k Gold, White Gold
Military WWI c1916 Rolex Mens' Watch with Very Rare Gun Metal 30mm Hinged Case
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Case measures 30mm, signed “Rolex Swiss” & numbered on inside, confirming authenticity and placing it within the brand’s formative years of wristwatch production.
Metal
Rolex Cellini 6621 Women’s 18 Karat Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
The watch is a quartz (battery operated). Comes with original Rolex box. The case is 30mm circa 1992. The entire band is made of 18k solid yellow gold and 18k deploy buckle.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Speedking Manual Red Depth Honeycomb Dial 6420, 1955's
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 6420 Year: 1955 Serial number: 72xxx Reference: OT1868 Introducing a captivating 30mm Rolex Oyster featuring a unique white honeycomb dial Ref:6420, enh...
Steel
Rolex Cellini 30mm 4320
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex Cellini in 18k yellow gold. Manual. 30 mm case size.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Champagne Diamonds 18K Stainless Steel Datejust Women's Wristwatch 30 MM
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The 30 mm stainless steel case features an 18k yellow gold fluted bezel accompanied by a screw-down crown and is held by a link bracelet which is further equipped with flip-lock clas...
Vintage 1982 Ladies Rolex 6917 with Diamond Bezel 18k Yellow Gold Complete
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Complete with original box and papers. Vintage 6917 18k 1982 ladies Datejust with a diamond bezel. Crafted out of 18k yellow gold paired with a champagne dial and the iconic Presiden...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold Automatic Coral dial Ladies Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1978 Rolex Reference 6719 Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 M.M. 14k Yellow Gold 3 piece Oyster case with Fluted bezel, Oyster Perpetual Automatic, self winding movement, Custom finished ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 1803 Oyster Day Date 18k Gold Mens 1970s 36mm Diamond Automatic RA659B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic luxury, 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Day-Date ref.1803 "The President" with diamond hour set, c.1973, in excellent working condition! Verified authentic by a master watchmaker....
Gold, 18k Gold
1981 Rolex Datejust 31 President 6827 18K Yellow Gold Watch White Roman #24681
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1981 Rolex 18K Yellow Gold President Datejust 31 Watch Model: 6827 Serial: 6703098 This elegant Rolex midsize watch is set in solid 18K gold. 31mm case with fluted bezel White ro...
18k Gold
Cartier Audemars Piguet 1970s Yellow Gold Tank Mechanical mid size Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Cartier classic Tank Wrist Watch, 20 x 20 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, Sapphire crown. 20 Jewel, Audemars Piguet Manual wind, Nickle Lever movement. White Enamel Dia...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Vintage Steel and Gold Ref 6582 Zephyre Bezel Automatic Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Oyster perpetual Reference 6582 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 3 piece stainless steel Oyster case with Yellow Gold Zephyre Bezel and Gold Crown. Caliber 1030, Automatic, self...
Gold, Steel
Rolex Vintage Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Rolex Wrist Watch, 31 M.M x 4.5 M.M thick 2 piece 14k Yellow Gold case, 17 jewel, caliber 1600 mechanical, manual wind nickle lever movement. Silver Satin sunburst dial w...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies ROLEX 2649 Precision Cocktail Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1970s. 1400 Caliber Rolex Movement Ref. 2649. Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism. Leather Band...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Bubbleback 1946 Steel Self Winding Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1946 Rolex "Bubbleback" Wrist Watch, 32 M.M 2 piece Stainless Steel case, Automatic, self winding 17 Jewel Movement. Restored as original Black Dial with Luminous Half Roman an...
Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34 mm 1501 Silver Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in istanbul, TR
Classic but at the same time suitable for any occasion, the Rolex Oyster Date ref. 1501 can be worn on a daily basis and despite being a vintage watch, it has an elegant and modern l...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Factory Original Charcoal Dial circa 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 34...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Precision Vintage Manual wind Steel Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1954 Rolex Reference 6426 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster case, screw down crown, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle Lever movement, acrylic crystal, "...
Steel
CARTIER Roadster SM W62017V3 pink dial silver stainless steel ladies watch
By Cartier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CARTIER Roadster SM W62017V3 pink dial silver stainless steel ladies watch Reference: CAWG/A00318 Brand: Cartier Model: Roadster W62017V3 Material: Stainless Steel Color: Pink, Silve...
Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Duetto Diamond 18K Rose Gold Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant and timeless, this Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duetto is crafted in luxurious 18K rose gold and features the iconic reversible case design. This sophisticated timepiece offers t...
Diamond, Rose Gold
$34,500
H 0.25 in W 1.12 in L 6.5 in
Rare Vintage Black Opal Dial Ladies Piaget Watch w/3.85ct Diamond Bezel, 1970s
By Piaget
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This expertly crafted vintage Swiss ladies Piaget dress watch features a vibrant natural, oval shaped black "Peacock Opal" dial. This rare dial possesses every quality that is prized...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$14,981Sale Price|25% Off
H 0.44 in W 1.11 in Dm 1.11 in
Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold Diamonds w Oyster Perpetual Band 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold and Diamonds on the Numbers with an Oyster Band Creator: Rolex 2416631 , 6627 Design: Oyster Perpetual Case Material: 18kYellow-Rose Gold S...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow 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.
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.