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Rolex Deepsea Seadweller Wristwatch Ref 116660. Strong Investment.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our Rolex Deepsea Seadweller , reference 116660 , with 44mm stainless steel case and stainless
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2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Submariner Date 116659SABR
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Rolex Submariner 116659SABR, a true pinnacle of luxury and style. Crafted with
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

1942 Rolex “Raleigh” Stainless Steel. Total Restoration!
By Rolex
Located in Raleigh, NC
Raleigh is a classic wartime vintage Rolex watch, and one of those models that really is an essential
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex President Datejust 26 in Yellow Gold with White Dial
By Rolex
Located in Lucerne, CH
Rolex President Datejust is an ultimate classic. While gold watches are traditionally saved for
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust Quickset 18K Gold Steel Rare Silver Diamond Dial Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in Newton, MA
Fine pre-owned mint condition all factory 36mm Rolex Datejust quickset 18 karat and stainless steel
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1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Fine & V Rare Art-Deco Rolex 18K Gold, Diamond, Sapphire Cocktail Ladies' Watch
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
ladies Rolex cocktail watch Despite its age, the timepiece is in excellent condition & in great working
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Bvlgari B Zero One Band Number 49 18 Karat White Gold Band Size 5
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Time, Cartier, Rolex and Patek Phillipe rank among the top brands for investment. Although you may
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1990s Italian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Co Vintage Spherical Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.75 Inch Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
According to the magazine Watch Time, Cartier, Rolex and Patek Phillipe rank among the top brands for
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Handmade Sterling Silver Small Woven Basket with Handle
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
magazine Watch Time, Cartier, Rolex and Patek Phillipe rank among the top brands for investment. Although
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Mid-20th Century French Baskets

Italian Chunky Fancy Link Statement Necklace
Located in Newton, MA
creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today
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20th Century Italian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 14 Karat Two-Tone Yellow and White Gold Chunky Oval Link Bracelet
Located in Newton, MA
conventional sense can be defined by creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 14K Yellow Gold 9.50MM Curb Chunky Link Statement Necklace 18 Inches
Located in Newton, MA
creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cut Curb Link 3 Row Bracelet
Located in Newton, MA
investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves exclusiveness and uniqueness, not because
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20th Century Italian Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds by the Yard Diamond Bracelet in Rose Gold by Elsa Peretti T & Co
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Newton, MA
and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves exclusiveness and uniqueness
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tiffany & Co .73ct D VS2 Solitaire Platinum Engagment Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Newton, MA
. Our skill and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves exclusiveness and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Modern Geometric Diamond 18K White Gold Dangling Drop Earrings
Located in Newton, MA
sense can be defined by creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 4.53ct Green Sapphire Cushion & Diamond Pave 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Newton, MA
. Our skill and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves exclusiveness and
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Forever Platinum 6mm Wedding Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Newton, MA
be defined by creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are the
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1990s American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Platinum

Alex & Co Cabochon Multi Semi Precious 18 Karat Gold Link Bracelet
By Alex & Co
Located in Newton, MA
. Our skill and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves exclusiveness and
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2010s American Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...

Antique Art Deco Diamond Platinum Bracelet
Located in Newton, MA
investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves exclusiveness and uniqueness, not because
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond

Antique Art Deco Diamond Platinum Bracelet
Antique Art Deco Diamond Platinum Bracelet
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W 0.5 in L 7.5 in
Bvlgari Parentesi Cocktail Topaz Diamond White Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Newton, MA
be defined by creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 1.10ct D SI2 Round Diamond Bow Motif Pave Vintage Ring
Located in Newton, MA
creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Certified Ideal Cut Diamond and Halo 14K White Gold Engagement Ring Tolkowsky
By Tolkowsky
Located in Newton, MA
. Our skill and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves exclusiveness and
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2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Alex & Co "Forever Heart" 0.66ct Heart Cut Diamond & Pave 18K Pendant Necklace
By Alex & Co
Located in Newton, MA
investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves exclusiveness and uniqueness, not because
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Late 20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex & Co GIA Asscher Cut and Pear Shape 5.10ct Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings
By Alex & Co
Located in Newton, MA
and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves exclusiveness and uniqueness
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Italian Turquoise 18K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Newton, MA
investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves exclusiveness and uniqueness, not because
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chiampesan Italian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solid Chunky Bead Link Necklace
By Chiampesan
Located in Newton, MA
be defined by creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are the
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Oval Double Graduated Chunky 14K Yellow Gold Link Statement Necklace
Located in Newton, MA
sense can be defined by creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oromalia 18K Rose Gold and Leather Cuff Bracelet
By oromalia
Located in Newton, MA
, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves
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20th Century Italian Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

ZYDO Sapphire & Diamond Domed Stretch 18K White Gold Ring
By ZYDO
Located in Newton, MA
and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves exclusiveness and uniqueness
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Band Rings

Men's Miami Cuban Solid 10K Yellow Gold 10.58ct Diamond Link Chai 22 inches 6mm
Located in Newton, MA
sense can be defined by creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Large Domed 4.82ct Diamond 14K White Gold Men's Ring
Located in Newton, MA
and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves exclusiveness and uniqueness
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Elwood Van Clief Diamond Platinum Brooch Pin
By Elwood Van Clief
Located in Newton, MA
investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves exclusiveness and uniqueness, not because
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Platinum

Elwood Van Clief Diamond Platinum Brooch Pin
Elwood Van Clief Diamond Platinum Brooch Pin
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W 1.42 in L 1.62 in
Alex & Co GIA 1.53ct F VS2 Cushion Diamond Double Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
By Alex & Co
Located in Newton, MA
and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves exclusiveness and uniqueness
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Alex & Co 18K Yellow Gold Open Oval Link Diamond Flexible Bangle Bracelet
Located in Newton, MA
. Our skill and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves exclusiveness and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diana Kim England 18K Yellow Gold Handmade Charm Bracelet
By Diana Kim England
Located in Newton, MA
, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Nouveau Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Butterfly Emerald, Ruby, Diamond Gold Stick Pin
Located in Newton, MA
be defined by creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are the
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20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Jadeite Jade Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Newton, MA
conventional sense can be defined by creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Platinum

Alex & Co Pink Tourmaline 5.56ct and Diamond 18K Statement Ring
By Alex & Co
Located in Newton, MA
, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Simon G. 18K White Gold 4.69ct Diamond Drop Nekclace
By Simon G Jewelry
Located in Newton, MA
, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fancy Color and White Diamond Pave Exotic Wood 18K Rose Gold Statement Ring
Located in Newton, MA
creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco 60ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Newton, MA
, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 60ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Art Deco 60ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
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W 0.89 in D 0.51 in L 1.16 in
Damiani 18K White Gold Diamond Necklace
By Damiani
Located in Newton, MA
conventional sense can be defined by creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jose Hess Tri Color 18K Gold Dangling Diamond Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Newton, MA
sense can be defined by creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are
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Late 20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex & Co Certified No Heat 2.72ct Blue Sapphire Diamond Three Stone Pave Ring
By Alex & Co
Located in Newton, MA
, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Chopard Happy Heart Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Newton, MA
and the investment of time are the signatures here. Today luxury involves exclusiveness and uniqueness
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20th Century Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Inspired 1.13ct Round Diamond & Halo Pave Diamond Engagement Ring Set
By Alex & Co
Located in Newton, MA
sense can be defined by creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fope Italian Chunky Tubular Priofili 18K Gold 83.80 gr. Woven Necklace
By Fope
Located in Newton, MA
be defined by creativity, craftsmanship and design. Our skill and the investment of time are the
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20th Century Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Regency 1820 Brown Leather Pollard Oak Chesterfield Office Desk Chair
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
investment piece, ready to serve the new owner for decades to come. Usually, I wouldn’t take a piece like
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Antique 1820s English Regency Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Rolex Yellow Gold Automatic Dress Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex, automatic, fitted with calibre 1520. Gold Filled Circa 1960's Case. Three-body, 14kt gold
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Cosmography Daytona Wristwatch Ref 16523
By Rolex
Located in Westlake Village, CA
Daytona dial. Little things that make a big difference. Great Daily ride and good investment, or just
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

1997 Rolex Submariner Date 18K Gold and Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bradford, Ontario
A 1997 Rolex Sabmariner Date 18K Gold and Stainless Steel automatic wristwatch. A classic watch
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Nautilus Moon Phase Ref: 5724R
By Patek Philippe
Located in Bradford, Ontario
innovation. These are Breuget, Vacheron Constantin, Rolex - the relative newcomer, and the illustrious Patek
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Rolex Deepsea Seadweller Wristwatch Ref 116660. Strong Investment.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our Rolex Deepsea Seadweller reference 116660 is one of the earliest produced with a V serial and
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Submariner Ref 114060, 'No Date', Excellent Condition, Great Investment
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our classic (and now discontinued) Rolex Submariner reference 114060 (no date) features a 40mm
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2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust Diamond 79174G Silver Engraved Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Holtsville, NY
of high-quality materials make it a valuable investment. Specifications: Brand: ROLEX Model Number
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Silver

Rolex Explorer, 'Ref 214270' Box & Papers, Excellent Condition, 'Discontinued'
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, GB
Rolex with investment potential.
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2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual, Ref 114300, Rare & Desirable, Complete Set
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our rare and desirable Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39mm , reference 114300 ,is presented in outstanding
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2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II Ref 216570, Full Set, Excellent Condition
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our Rolex Explorer II reference 216570 (a discontinued reference) features a 42mm stainless steel
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2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Submariner Date Ref 16610, Box & Papers, Outstanding Condition
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, GB
retailed by a recognised Rolex dealer and sold in 2009. A superb usable investment watch and rarely
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Rolex As Investment For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact rolex as investment you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect rolex as investment among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing rolex as investment — no matter the origin — is easy, but Rolex, Tiffany & Co. and Cartier each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A rolex as investment of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 6, is particularly popular. 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 baguette cut alternatives. Most of our rolex as investment for sale are for women, but there are 19 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Rolex As Investment?

The price for a rolex as investment starts at $650 and tops out at $265,000 with these watches, on average, selling for $3,105.
Questions About Rolex As Investment
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, the Rolex Explorer is a good investment. Between 1994 and 2016, the value of the Rolex Explorer increased 269%. Find your Rolex Explorer on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024
    Whether or not Rolex watches are a good investment will depend upon a range of factors such as rarity, condition and more. While a study of luxury investments in 2019 found that jewelry was among the worst-performing collectibles (luxury handbags had the highest returns), experts have reported that jewelry’s status as an investment is improving.

    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.

    The demand for Rolex watches has soared in recent years. This has led to wait lists at authorized Rolex dealers extending as long as several years for new versions of popular models, like the Daytona and the Submariner. While the enthusiasm for Rolex that is shared by celebrities and prominent influencers has kept the brand in the spotlight, its work has long been celebrated all over the world. The main reasons for the brand’s success are its commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation.

    Determining the value of any collectible depends upon a variety of aspects. Because Rolex is so well-known for its innovation and legacy of craftsmanship, this can have a positive effect on the long-term value of its jewelry.

    Jewelry industry professionals advise that investment-worthy high-quality vintage jewelry should include its maker’s hallmarks. (Genuine Rolex watches have their serial and model numbers deeply engraved into the metal between the lugs attaching the band to the body — whereas fakes often just have them etched on with acid.)

    At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor.

    Find a helpful Rolex buying guide and a collection of vintage Rolex watches today on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 29, 2024
    Whether or not a Rolex Datejust watch is a good investment will depend upon factors such as rarity, condition and more. The Datejust, introduced in 1945, was the first self-winding wristwatch to automatically track the date on its dial. Both modest and instantly recognizable, it combines timeless design with technological ingenuity.

    While a study of luxury investments in 2019 found that jewelry was among the worst-performing collectibles (luxury handbags had the highest returns), experts have reported that jewelry’s status as an investment is improving. And the demand for Rolex watches has soared in recent years. Although 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. Increased demand has led to wait lists at authorized Rolex dealers extending as long as several years for new versions of popular models, like the Daytona and the Submariner. The main reasons for the brand’s success are its commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. 

    Because Rolex is so well-known for its creativity and legacy of craftsmanship, this can have a positive effect on the long-term value of its jewelry. A pre-owned Rolex experiences less of an initial depreciation than a new one and will lose value more slowly over time. The depreciation rate of a particular watch depends on factors such as the model, materials and market demand. The greatest drop in the value of a Rolex generally occurs right after it’s been purchased new, although not every Rolex experiences depreciation to the same degree.

    Jewelry industry professionals advise that investment-worthy high-quality vintage jewelry should include its maker’s hallmarks. (Genuine Rolex watches have their serial and model numbers deeply engraved into the metal between the lugs attaching the band to the body — whereas fakes often just have them etched on with acid.) 

    At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor.

    Find a helpful Rolex buying guide and vintage Rolex Datejust watches for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 29, 2024
    Buying a Rolex may or may not be a good investment. Whether or not this kind of purchase meets the financial goal of a given investor or collector will depend upon a range of factors such as the rarity of the watch, its condition and more. While a study of luxury investments in 2019 found that jewelry was among the worst-performing collectibles (luxury handbags had the highest returns), experts have reported that jewelry’s status as an investment is improving.

    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.

    The demand for Rolex watches has soared in recent years. This has led to wait lists at authorized Rolex dealers extending as long as several years for new versions of popular models, like the Daytona and the Submariner. While the enthusiasm for Rolex that is shared by celebrities and prominent influencers has kept the brand in the spotlight, its work has long been celebrated all over the world. The main reasons for the brand’s success are its commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation.

    Determining the value of any collectible depends upon a variety of aspects. Because Rolex is so well-known for its innovation and legacy of craftsmanship, this can have a positive effect on the long-term value of its jewelry.

    Jewelry industry professionals advise that investment-worthy high-quality vintage jewelry should include its maker’s hallmarks. (Genuine Rolex watches have their serial and model numbers deeply engraved into the metal between the lugs attaching the band to the body — whereas fakes often just have them etched on with acid.)

    At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor.

    Find a helpful Rolex buying guide and a collection of vintage Rolex watches today on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 14, 2023

    Whether or not a sapphire ring is a good investment will depend upon a range of factors such as condition, rarity and more. Although blue Kashmirs are considered the most valuable, sapphires come in every color except red. (Kashmir is the birthplace of the most famous sapphires.) According to the Geological Institute of America, the stones from this mountainous region on the India-Pakistan border display a potent combination of a rich, intense blue color and a soft and velvety appearance.


    Sapphires can be colorless, or white, although examples are very rare, since the corundum from which they are formed has to have been untouched by any other element. Non-blue colored sapphires are referred to as “fancy sapphires” and can be pink, purple, orange, yellow or green. The rarest, and the most valuable, fancy sapphire is the pinkish-orange padparadscha (from the Sinhalese word for “lotus blossom”).


    Determining the value of any collectible depends upon a variety of aspects. In the case of assessing the value of an antique or vintage sapphire ring, as with other gems, the 4Cs are crucial. The 4Cs is the grading system established by the GIA to determine how precious stones are evaluated. The 4Cs are color, clarity, cut and carat weight. The most desirable cut is the one that shows to best advantage the particular stone’s individual combination of color, clarity, and brilliance.


    At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor. Find a range of antique and vintage sapphire rings on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 14, 2023

    Whether or not Hermès jewelry is a good investment will depend upon a range of factors such as condition, rarity and more. While Hermès is best known for its handbags, the iconic family-run luxury brand began as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen during the 1800s, and today its artisans resurface horse motifs in everything from clothing and pillows to scarves and yes, its modernist necklaces, vintage watches and other jewelry.


    Determining the value of any collectible depends upon a variety of aspects. Because Hermès is so well-known for its legacy of craftsmanship and use of quality materials in its wide range of offerings, this can have a positive effect on the long-term value of its jewelry. 


    The legendary fashion house also has a loyal following of enthusiasts and savvy collectors of its Birkin and Kelly bags, and this can increase demand for its brooches, sterling-silver bracelets, understated rings in rose gold and a variety of other alluring accessories. This demand can potentially drive up the value of the brand’s adornments. Hermès’s first piece of jewelry was the Filet de selle bracelet, which debuted in 1927. Its motif, a small-scale silver horse bit on a leather strap, was a play on the brand’s equine origins.


    At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor. Find a range of antique and vintage Hermès jewelry on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 2, 2023

    Whether or not a Chanel Mini is a good investment will depend upon a range of factors such as condition, rarity and more. Experts have reported that luxury handbags, including Chanel handbags, have made for good investments over the years. 


    In fact, a study of luxury investments in 2019 found that luxury handbags had the highest returns. 


    The Chanel Mini Flap handbag is a widely loved iteration of the iconic quilted leather 2.55 Flap bag, which was designed by founder Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel and debuted in February of 1955. Chanel Flap bags are available in two types — the Chanel Single Flap bag and the Double Flap bag. The Chanel Mini, which was introduced in 2010, doesn’t feature the double flap. Today Chanel Mini Flap bags are among the house’s most popular accessories.


    For its spectacular seasonal runway shows, Chanel designs special bags that are typically produced in smaller editions, making them all the more desirable and prompting long waiting lists, while many handbags that are sought after today are objects of pure fantasy conjured up by the late couturier Karl Lagerfeld, whose prolific tenure at the helm of Chanel lasted from 1983 to 2019. 


    Determining the value of any collectible depends upon a variety of aspects. In the case of assessing the value of a classic Chanel Mini Flap bag, you should consider size, style, color, condition and purchase price. Since 2019, Chanel has raised the prices of popular accessories such as the classic Medium Flap bag, the Small Boy bag and the 2.55 Large bag. 


    At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor. Find a range of Chanel Mini handbags and accessories on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 2, 2023

    Whether or not Cartier’s Love jewelry is a good investment will depend upon a range of factors such as rarity, condition and more. While a study of luxury investments in 2019 found that jewelry was among the worst-performing collectibles (luxury handbags had the highest returns), experts have reported that jewelry’s status as an investment is improving.


    For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is revered all over the world among clients both existing and aspirational, and the Cartier Love bracelet is one of the most iconic pieces of jewelry of the past century, if not all time. When Italian-born American jewelry designer Aldo Cipullo (1935–84) created the company’s signature bangle, he believed that the bond and commitment embodied in love deserved their own distinctive symbol. Eventually, a full-fledged Love collection, including bracelets of different sizes and materials as well as earrings, necklaces and rings, was introduced by Cartier. 


    Determining the value of any collectible depends upon a variety of aspects. Because Cartier is so well-known for its legacy of craftsmanship and use of quality materials in its wide range of offerings, this can have a positive effect on the long-term value of its jewelry. 


    Jewelry industry professionals advise that investment-worthy high-quality vintage jewelry should include its maker’s hallmarks. (If the 700 fake Cartier Love bracelets seized in Cincinnati in 2022 were authentic, they would’ve had a retail value of nearly $8.9 million as well as properly executed Cartier hallmarks. On a fake Cartier Love bracelet, the Cartier logo may mistakenly appear on both sides of the bracelet and be sloppily executed.)


    At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor. Find a range of jewelry from Cartier’s Love collection on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 14, 2023

    Whether or not a Hermès Roulis is a good investment will depend upon a range of factors such as condition, rarity and more. Experts have reported that luxury handbags have made for good investments over the years. 


    A study of luxury investments in 2019 found that luxury handbags had the highest returns (the Hermès Birkin bag, for example, fared considerably well on the list). Owing in part to exclusiveness and popularity, most Hermès accessories are substantially more expensive and sought after now than when they debuted, and the Kelly, which was created by Robert Dumas and originally introduced as the Sac à dépêches in 1935, has an average value retention of 108%. 


    The Hermès Roulis debuted as part of the brand’s 2011 Spring / Summer Collection, and not unlike the Birkin, this popular shoulder bag is also defined by a vast range of leathers and skins whose individual characteristics determine how a bag hangs, ages and weathers damage. In 1938, Dumas designed the Chaîne d’Ancre, a popular modernist Hermès bracelet based on a ship anchor chain he’d noticed during a walk near a dock. This chain is referenced in the minimalist clasp that secures the front flap of the Roulis to its body.


    Determining the value of any collectible depends upon a variety of aspects. In the case of assessing the value of a Hermès Roulis bag, you should consider color, size, condition, the type of leather and purchase price. 


    At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor. Find a range of Hermès Roulis bags on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, fine jewelery is a good long-term investment. Often it takes jewelry up to 30 years to appreciate. Many types of jewelry hold their value quite well.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, pocket watches can be a good investment. However, many factors can influence the value of a pocket watch, including the brand, the style and the mechanism that powers it. Also, how well you maintain and care for the watch impacts what it is worth. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 14, 2023

    Which Chanel bags are a good investment will depend upon a range of factors such as condition, rarity and more. Experts have reported that luxury handbags, including classic Chanel handbags, purses and shoulder bags, have made for good investments over the years. 


    A study of luxury investments in 2019 found that luxury handbags had the highest returns. For its spectacular seasonal runway shows, Chanel designs special bags that are typically produced in smaller editions, making them all the more desirable and prompting long waiting lists, while many handbags that are sought after today are objects of pure fantasy conjured up by the late couturier Karl Lagerfeld, whose prolific tenure at the helm of Chanel lasted from 1983 to 2019. 


    Determining the value of any collectible depends upon a variety of aspects. In the case of assessing the value of a classic Chanel bag, you should consider color, size, condition and purchase price. Since 2019, Chanel has raised the prices of popular accessories such as the classic Medium Flap bag, the Small Boy bag and the 2.55 Large bag


    At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor. Find a range of classic Chanel handbags and accessories on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Whether a leather sofa is a good investment depends on a variety of factors. The materials and quality of craftsmanship will affect how long a piece lasts, but how you care for and use it will also impact longevity. Forward-thinking design and sensuous materials are the hallmarks of 1970s-era leather seating, which feels as sexy, comfortable and radical today as it did in its heyday. Through joint research with several forward-looking furniture manufacturers into state-of-the-art industrial processes, designers of the original leather-clad beanbag chair Piero Gatti, Cesare Paolini and Franco Teodoro explored ways of employing polyurethane foam to serve as both cushion and structure, offering a whole new range of seating concepts. There is likely a leather sofa in everyone’s budget, but taking care of your investment is important. Unlike upholstery, the color of the leather sofa you choose won’t make a difference when it comes to regular maintenance. A damp cloth can be used to remove dust, for example. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of leather sofas from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 14, 2023

    Whether or not the Hermès Evelyne bag is a good investment will depend upon a range of factors such as condition, rarity and more. Experts have reported that luxury handbags, including the Hermès Evelyne bag, have made for good investments over the years. 


    A study of luxury investments in 2019 found that luxury handbags had the highest returns (the Hermès Birkin bag fared considerably well on the list). Owing in part to exclusiveness and popularity, most Hermès accessories are substantially more expensive and sought after now than when they debuted, and the Evelyne, which was designed in 1978 for equestrian use and named for the head of Hermès’s riding department, retains an average resale value of nearly 80%


    Determining the value of any collectible depends upon a variety of aspects. In the case of assessing the value of a Hermès Evelyne bag, you should consider color, size, condition, the type of leather and purchase price. 


    At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor. Find a range of Hermès Evelyne bags on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 14, 2023

    Whether or not the Hermès Kelly bag is a good investment will depend upon a range of factors such as condition, rarity and more. Experts have reported that luxury handbags, including the Hermès Kelly, have made for good investments over the years. 


    A study of luxury investments in 2019 found that luxury handbags had the highest returns (the Hermès Birkin bag fared considerably well on the list). Owing in part to exclusiveness and popularity, most Hermès accessories are substantially more expensive and sought after now than when they debuted, and the Kelly, which was created by Robert Dumas and originally introduced as the Sac à dépêches in 1935, has an average value retention of 108%. 


    Determining the value of any collectible depends upon a variety of aspects. In the case of assessing the value of a Hermès Kelly bag, you should consider color, size, condition, the type of leather and purchase price. 


    At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor. Find a range of Hermès Kelly bags on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 2, 2023

    Whether or not a Louis Vuitton Twist handbag is a good investment will depend upon a range of factors such as rarity, condition and more. Experts have reported that luxury handbags, including Louis Vuitton handbags, have made for good investments over the years. In fact, a study of luxury investments in 2019 found that luxury handbags had the highest returns. 


    Created by French-Belgian designer and LV creative director Nicolas Ghesquière in 2015, the chic and versatile Twist bag has gained legions of fans and can be worn over the shoulder or cross-body style. 


    Authentic Louis Vuitton bags — including the brand’s new and vintage handbags and purses, crossbody bags, shoulder bags and tote bags — are distinctive and sumptuous, made of top-notch leathers and materials. The legendary house is a world leader in luxury fashion heralded for creative exploration, ingenuity and bold designs. 


    Covetable iterations of the Twist definitely include those that owe to the collaboration between Louis Vuitton and innovative Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. Over the years, the label has earned accolades (and gained new fans) for similar partnerships that meld fashion with art. This cooperative model, which has yielded designs that are catnip to collectors, has become a mainstay of the venerable brand, whose creative partners have ranged from artists Richard Price, Jeff Koons and Urs Fischer to fashion icon Grace Coddington. And the legacy was carried on by the late Virgil Abloh, who took over as men’s artistic director in 2018.


    Determining the value of any collectible depends upon a variety of aspects. In the case of assessing the value of a Louis Vuitton Twist bag, you should consider color, size, style, condition and purchase price. 


    At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor. Find a range of Louis Vuitton handbags and accessories on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 2, 2023

    Whether or not a Chanel Single Flap bag is a good investment will depend upon a range of factors such as condition, rarity and more. Experts have reported that luxury handbags, including Chanel handbags, have made for good investments over the years. 


    A study of luxury investments in 2019 found that luxury handbags had the highest returns. For its spectacular seasonal runway shows, Chanel designs special bags that are typically produced in smaller editions, making them all the more desirable and prompting long waiting lists, while many handbags that are sought after today are objects of pure fantasy conjured up by the late couturier Karl Lagerfeld, whose prolific tenure at the helm of Chanel lasted from 1983 to 2019. 


    Determining the value of any collectible depends upon a variety of aspects. In the case of assessing the value of a classic Chanel Single Flap bag, you should consider color, size, style, condition and purchase price. Since 2019, Chanel has raised the prices of popular accessories such as the classic Medium Flap bag, the Small Boy bag and the 2.55 Large bag


    At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor. Find a range of Chanel Single Flap handbags and accessories on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 14, 2023

    Whether or not a classic Chanel bag is a good investment will depend upon a range of factors such as condition, rarity and more. Experts have reported that luxury handbags, including classic Chanel bags, have made for good investments over the years. 


    A study of luxury investments in 2019 found that luxury handbags had the highest returns. For its spectacular seasonal runway shows, Chanel designs special bags that are typically produced in smaller editions, making them all the more desirable and prompting long waiting lists, while many handbags that are sought after today are objects of pure fantasy conjured up by the late couturier Karl Lagerfeld, whose prolific tenure at the helm of Chanel lasted from 1983 to 2019. 


    Determining the value of any collectible depends upon a variety of aspects. In the case of assessing the value of a classic Chanel bag, you should consider color, size, condition and purchase price. Since 2019, Chanel has raised the prices of popular accessories such as the classic Medium Flap bag, the Small Boy bag and the 2.55 Large bag

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Whether or not Damien Hirst prints are a good investment will depend upon a range of factors such as condition, rarity and more. The British artist initially came to the attention of the art world for his curating skills, bursting onto the scene with the now legendary exhibition “Freeze,” which he organized in a derelict southeast London dock warehouse in 1988. But what earned him notoriety were his in-your-face artworks, such as a dead cow’s head and flies and a menagerie of sliced up animals, as well as his rock-and-roll lifestyle of boozing, drug taking and exhibitionism. In 2008, Hirst bypassed his established dealers and sold more than 200 works at auction for $170 million.

    Determining the value of any collectible depends upon a variety of aspects. Because Hirst, a former member of the Young British Artists movement, is so well-known for his provocative sculptures and other works of Conceptual art, this can have a positive effect on the long-term value of his prints.

    New collectors are often directed toward prints as a starting point. Accessibility, however, does not mean prints appreciate at a different pace from other mediums. The market for paintings increases parallel to the prints market. It's good to keep in mind that price is not the only practical reason to embrace the medium. Prints are often a more feasible way of acquiring works by an artist you love but who tends to create objects you could never house.

    Hirst has frequently landed on animals and insects when searching for subjects for his prints and other works that could capture the fragility and fleetingness of existence. His lush, blood-red series of giclée prints titled “The Empresses” contains five different editions, each named for a historical female ruler, and each printed with a complex pattern of butterflies on aluminum accented with glitter.

    At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Buyers should keep in mind that the value of any investment is subject to fluctuation, and any investment decisions should be made according to the guidance of a financial advisor.

    Find a range of authentic Damien Hirst prints and other art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Before 1915, the Rolex Watch Co. was called Wilsdorf and Davis. The company shared a name with its founders Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis, but they opted to update it after they trademarked the word Rolex in 1908. Find a wide variety of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.