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Rolex 34 Mm Diamond Bezel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34mm MOP Diamond Dial & Diamond Bezel Watch 115200
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34mm MOP Diamond Dial & Diamond Bezel Watch 115200

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34mm MOP Diamond Dial & Diamond Bezel Watch 115200

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Case diameter: 34 mm Bezel material: Steel Crystal: Sapphire crystal Dial: Aftermarket MOP (Mother of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

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Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Diamond Bezel Automatic Wristwatch Men’s
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Diamond Bezel Automatic Wristwatch Men’s

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Diamond Bezel Automatic Wristwatch Men’s

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Used.CUSTOM DIAMOND DIAL CASE DETAILS Case Shape: Round Case Diameter (mm): 34 mm Bezel Type: Silver Stick

Category

2010s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex 5500 Air-King Pink MOP Diamond
Rolex 5500 Air-King Pink MOP Diamond

Rolex 5500 Air-King Pink MOP Diamond

By Rolex

Located in San Fernando, CA

Case size - 34 mm Bezel - Steel Gold plated 1CT diamond Crystal - sapphire Movement - Automatic cal

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies 34mm Date 1500 Pink Diamond on Black leather
Rolex Ladies 34mm Date 1500 Pink Diamond on Black leather

Rolex Ladies 34mm Date 1500 Pink Diamond on Black leather

By Rolex

Located in San Fernando, CA

Steel Case size - 34 mm Bezel - smooth steel Crystal - New Acrylic Movement - Automatic Cal.1570 Dial

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex unisex 34mm Date steel 1500 Blue Diamond on leather
Rolex unisex 34mm Date steel 1500 Blue Diamond on leather

Rolex unisex 34mm Date steel 1500 Blue Diamond on leather

By Rolex

Located in San Fernando, CA

size - 34 mm Bezel - smooth steel Crystal - New Acrylic Movement - Automatic Cal.1570 Dial - Refinished

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34mm Steel Fluted Bezel Pink Arabic Watch 115234
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34mm Steel Fluted Bezel Pink Arabic Watch 115234

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34mm Steel Fluted Bezel Pink Arabic Watch 115234

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

: Steel Case diameter: 34 mm Water resistance: 10 ATM Bezel Material: White gold Crystal: Sapphire crystal

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14K Gold Custom Diamonds Mens Watch 1503
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14K Gold Custom Diamonds Mens Watch 1503

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14K Gold Custom Diamonds Mens Watch 1503

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

diamond bezel. The original box and papers are not included. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Midsize White Gold Watch 81209
Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Midsize White Gold Watch 81209

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Midsize White Gold Watch 81209

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

, sapphire crystal. 18k white gold case with dome bezel (34 mm ). Factory meteorite diamond dial. 18k white

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Midsize White Gold Watch 81209
Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Midsize White Gold Watch 81209

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Midsize White Gold Watch 81209

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

, sapphire crystal. 18k white gold case with custom diamond bezel (34 mm ). Factory meteorite diamond dial

Category

20th Century French Wrist Watches

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Watch Diamond Bezel and Dial Silver Mint
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Watch Diamond Bezel and Dial Silver Mint

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Watch Diamond Bezel and Dial Silver Mint

By Rolex

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

1974's Rolex Oysterdate Precision Watch Diamond Bezel and Dial Silver Mint condition. This watch is

Category

Antique 19th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34mm Two Tone MOP Diamond Dial Bezel Watch 15053
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34mm Two Tone MOP Diamond Dial Bezel Watch 15053

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34mm Two Tone MOP Diamond Dial Bezel Watch 15053

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

mm Water resistance: 10 ATM Bezel Material: Yellow gold Bezel: Aftermarket Natural Diamonds Bezel

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34MM Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel Watch 15200
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34MM Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel Watch 15200

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34MM Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel Watch 15200

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

: Steel Case diameter: 34 mm Crystal: Sapphire crystal Dial: Mother of Pearl Bracelet material: Steel

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34mm MOP Diamond Dial Bezel Two-Tone Watch 15053
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34mm MOP Diamond Dial Bezel Two-Tone Watch 15053

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34mm MOP Diamond Dial Bezel Two-Tone Watch 15053

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Case material: Gold/Steel Case diameter: 34 mm Water resistance: 10 ATM Bezel Material: Yellow gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond Set Self Winding Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1503
Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond Set Self Winding Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1503

Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond Set Self Winding Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1503

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1978 Rolex reference 1503, 34 MM 14K Yellow Gold 3 Piece Water proof Case with Fluted Bezel

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage 1909 Gold-Plated Elgin Pocket Watch, Working, Very Good Condition
Vintage 1909 Gold-Plated Elgin Pocket Watch, Working, Very Good Condition

Vintage 1909 Gold-Plated Elgin Pocket Watch, Working, Very Good Condition

By Elgin

Located in San Diego, CA

, Model 2, 7 Jewel, Size Os, Very nice Case, White Face, Black Roman Numerals, Seconds hand, 34 mm case

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Rolex Date 34 Steel White Gold Black Diamond Dial Mens Watch 115234
Rolex Date 34 Steel White Gold Black Diamond Dial Mens Watch 115234

Rolex Date 34 Steel White Gold Black Diamond Dial Mens Watch 115234

By Rolex

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rolex Date 34 Steel White Gold Black Diamond Dial Mens Watch 115234. Officially certified

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Steel

Rolex Date 34 Steel White Gold Black Diamond Dial Mens Watch 115234
Rolex Date 34 Steel White Gold Black Diamond Dial Mens Watch 115234

Rolex Date 34 Steel White Gold Black Diamond Dial Mens Watch 115234

By Rolex

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rolex Date 34 Steel White Gold Black Diamond Dial Mens Watch 115234. Officially certified

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Steel

Rolex Date 34 Steel White Gold Diamond Dial Mens Watch 115234 Box Card
Rolex Date 34 Steel White Gold Diamond Dial Mens Watch 115234 Box Card

Rolex Date 34 Steel White Gold Diamond Dial Mens Watch 115234 Box Card

By Rolex

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rolex Date 34 Steel White Gold Diamond Dial Mens Watch 115234 Box Card. Officially certified

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Steel

Rolex Date 34 Steel White Gold Diamond Dial Mens Watch 115234 Box Card
Rolex Date 34 Steel White Gold Diamond Dial Mens Watch 115234 Box Card

Rolex Date 34 Steel White Gold Diamond Dial Mens Watch 115234 Box Card

By Rolex

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rolex Date 34 Steel White Gold Diamond Dial Mens Watch 115234 Box Card. Officially certified

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Steel

Rolex Pink Diamond Stainless Steel Lady Datejust Women's Wristwatch 34MM
Rolex Pink Diamond Stainless Steel Lady Datejust Women's Wristwatch 34MM

Rolex Pink Diamond Stainless Steel Lady Datejust Women's Wristwatch 34MM

By Rolex

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

reinforced by the Cyclops lens that magnifies it for easy reading. The 34 MM stainless steel case features an

Category

2010s British Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust "Arabesque Pearlmaster" 81339 18k White Gold
Rolex Datejust "Arabesque Pearlmaster" 81339 18k White Gold

Rolex Datejust "Arabesque Pearlmaster" 81339 18k White Gold

By Rolex

Located in Surfside, FL

Limited edition! Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster 18k white gold with a double row diamond bezel

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel AIr-King Wristwatch, Circa 1991
Rolex Stainless Steel AIr-King Wristwatch, Circa 1991

Rolex Stainless Steel AIr-King Wristwatch, Circa 1991

By Rolex

Located in Los Angeles, CA

features the original black dial and silver hands with an after-maker channel set diamond bezel, scratch

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex 5500 Air-King Pink MOP Diamond
Rolex 5500 Air-King Pink MOP Diamond

Rolex 5500 Air-King Pink MOP Diamond

By Rolex

Located in San Fernando, CA

Case size - 34 mm Bezel - Steel Gold plated 1CT diamond Crystal - sapphire Movement - Automatic cal

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Date 1500 MOP on Strap
Rolex Date 1500 MOP on Strap

Rolex Date 1500 MOP on Strap

By Rolex

Located in San Fernando, CA

Case size - 34 mm Bezel - Smooth steel Crystal - New crystal Movement - Automatic caliber 1570 Dial

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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By Patek Philippe

Located in Boca Raton, FL

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

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Rolex Datejust 36mm Automatic Watch

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By Rolex

Located in Coral Gables, FL

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Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hermes HAC 50 Birkin Bag Etoupe Togo Leather Brass Hardware
Hermes HAC 50 Birkin Bag Etoupe Togo Leather Brass Hardware

Hermes HAC 50 Birkin Bag Etoupe Togo Leather Brass Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a rare Hermes HAC 50 bag featured in Etoupe. Accentuated with Brass hardware. Comes with lock, keys and clochette. This is the moment for men and power bags - and ...

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CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold

CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold

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By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...

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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Rolex Day Date 36MM 18038 Walnut Birch Wood Dial Bark 18K Gold Watch
Vintage Rolex Day Date 36MM 18038 Walnut Birch Wood Dial Bark 18K Gold Watch

Vintage Rolex Day Date 36MM 18038 Walnut Birch Wood Dial Bark 18K Gold Watch

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

Brand: Rolex  Gender: Men   Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Diameter: 36.00 mm Weight: 123.56 grams ROLEX Gent's 18K yellow gold, ROLEX Swiss-made wristwatch. Engraved with "18K" an...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

HERMES Malachite green Togo leather BIRKIN 30 Bag Ghw
HERMES Malachite green Togo leather BIRKIN 30 Bag Ghw

HERMES Malachite green Togo leather BIRKIN 30 Bag Ghw

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès Birkin 30 bag is crafted from stunning jewel-toned Malachite green Veau Togo leather, paired beautifully with gold-plated hardware. The rich green hue evok...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Rolex Women's Datejust White MOP Mother of Pearl Dial Watch 68274
Rolex Women's Datejust White MOP Mother of Pearl Dial Watch 68274

Rolex Women's Datejust White MOP Mother of Pearl Dial Watch 68274

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust 68274 White MOP Mother Of Pearl Dial with Diamond Accen Deployment buckle

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs White MOP String Dial Watch 68273
Rolex Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs White MOP String Dial Watch 68273

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs White MOP String Dial Watch 68273

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs White MOP Mother of Pearl String Dial 68273

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Calatrava Gold Men's Watch - 3520
Patek Philippe Calatrava Gold Men's Watch - 3520

Patek Philippe Calatrava Gold Men's Watch - 3520

By Patek Philippe

Located in istanbul, TR

Brand : Patek Philippe Collection : Calatrava Model : Calatrava Clous De Paris Reference : Patek Philippe - 3520 Category : Wrist Watch Period : 1990's Movement : manuel wind Case ma...

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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Piaget Protocole Jade Dial 18K Gold 25mm Vintage Watch
Piaget Protocole Jade Dial 18K Gold 25mm Vintage Watch

Piaget Protocole Jade Dial 18K Gold 25mm Vintage Watch

By Piaget

Located in Miami, FL

Rare Vintage Piaget Protocole manual-wind watch in 18K yellow gold featuring square case with natural jade dial and Roman numeral markers. Black leather Piaget strap with gold-tone b...

Category

Vintage 1970s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Jade Donuts Gold Diamonds Rubies and Black Enamel Dangle Earrings
Art Deco Style Jade Donuts Gold Diamonds Rubies and Black Enamel Dangle Earrings

Art Deco Style Jade Donuts Gold Diamonds Rubies and Black Enamel Dangle Earrings

By Tutti Frutti Jewellery

Located in Bangkok, TH

2 round onix buttons with small rubies cabs in the center,middle parts with white gold , 12 small round full cut diamonds and black enamel,2 Burma Jade Donuts Length 46 mm Width 2...

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1990s Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Hermès Kelly 28 handbag in black box calf leather with gold hardware
Hermès Kelly 28 handbag in black box calf leather with gold hardware

Hermès Kelly 28 handbag in black box calf leather with gold hardware

By Hermès

Located in Sewickley, PA

K28 is C circle from 1973. No strap included, no lock and key. Over all in lovely vintage condition with typical signs of wear on the leather without any major scratches. The top h...

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1970s French Top Handle Bags

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Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Diamond Snake Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1903

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Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Snake Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Chester 1903 This stunning antique ring showcases a beautifully crafted single-headed snake design, elegantly coiling around the fi...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere Diamond 27mm 18K Gold Watch Ref 008133
Cartier Panthere Diamond 27mm 18K Gold Watch Ref 008133

Cartier Panthere Diamond 27mm 18K Gold Watch Ref 008133

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Cartier Panthere 008133 quartz watch in 18K yellow gold featuring 27mm case with a diamond-encrusted bezel, bracelet, and dial. Fits 6.5 Inch wrist. Full Cartier set, Factory dial a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Roman Ivory Dial Two-Tone Automatic Men's Watch Ref 16233
Rolex Datejust Roman Ivory Dial Two-Tone Automatic Men's Watch Ref 16233

Rolex Datejust Roman Ivory Dial Two-Tone Automatic Men's Watch Ref 16233

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

A classic Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 16233, crafted in timeless two-tone stainless steel and 18k yellow gold. This automatic men’s watch features a warm champagne dial acce...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6426 34mm Mens 1950s Manual Wind All Original RA682
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6426 34mm Mens 1950s Manual Wind All Original RA682

Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6426 34mm Mens 1950s Manual Wind All Original RA682

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Royal Precision Ref.6426 manual hand-wind, c.1976, all original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorge...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Rolex 34 Mm Diamond Bezel For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate rolex 34 mm diamond bezel for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stainless steel, gold and steel. You can easily find a 22 antique edition and 6 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a rolex 34 mm diamond bezel may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Take a look at a rolex 34 mm diamond bezel featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes radiant cut alternatives. When shopping for a rolex 34 mm diamond bezel, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.

How Much is a Rolex 34 Mm Diamond Bezel?

On average, a rolex 34 mm diamond bezel at 1stDibs sells for $6,500, while they’re typically $2,920 on the low end and $89,400 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

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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