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Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Baby Blue MOP Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Baby Blue MOP Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Baby Blue MOP Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Ladies 26mm Datejust 69173 Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Baby Blue MOP Mother Of Pearl Dial

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Blue Roman Dial Diamond & Sapphire Bezel New Style Watch
Rolex Datejust Blue Roman Dial Diamond & Sapphire Bezel New Style Watch

Rolex Datejust Blue Roman Dial Diamond & Sapphire Bezel New Style Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

watch features aftermarket diamond customization. Should the watch fail to meet your expectations, we

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Royal with Custom Made Navy Blue Diamond Dial
Rolex Steel Oyster Royal with Custom Made Navy Blue Diamond Dial

Rolex Steel Oyster Royal with Custom Made Navy Blue Diamond Dial

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

finished dial made by our specialty custom dial house in Navy Blue with Genuine Diamond Dial. It is made to

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Ice Blue Two Row Diamond Face Excellent Pre-Owned Watch
Rolex Datejust Ice Blue Two Row Diamond Face Excellent Pre-Owned Watch

Rolex Datejust Ice Blue Two Row Diamond Face Excellent Pre-Owned Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm Custom Ice Blue String Diamond Dial, Diamond Bezel and Diamond Lugs. Stainless

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Baby Blue Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel & Lugs Model
Rolex Datejust Baby Blue Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel & Lugs Model

Rolex Datejust Baby Blue Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel & Lugs Model

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Baby Blue Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel & Lugs Model 16014 This watch is

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Ice Blue Dial with Baguette & Round Diamond Dial Watch 16030
Rolex Datejust Ice Blue Dial with Baguette & Round Diamond Dial Watch 16030

Rolex Datejust Ice Blue Dial with Baguette & Round Diamond Dial Watch 16030

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm Custom Ice Blue Diamond Dial with 2 Baguettes and Diamond Lugs Stainless Steel

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Blue Treated MOP Diamond Dial Watch 68273
Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Blue Treated MOP Diamond Dial Watch 68273

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Blue Treated MOP Diamond Dial Watch 68273

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Blue Color Treated MOP Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date Sapphire/Diamond Stainless Steel Watch Blue Dial
Rolex Submariner Date Sapphire/Diamond Stainless Steel Watch Blue Dial

Rolex Submariner Date Sapphire/Diamond Stainless Steel Watch Blue Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Submariner Date Custom Diamond Stainless Steel Watch with Sapphire/Diamond Bezel Lugs and

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Diamond Bezel & Lugs Blue MOP Dial Watch 16013
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Diamond Bezel & Lugs Blue MOP Dial Watch 16013

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Diamond Bezel & Lugs Blue MOP Dial Watch 16013

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Oyster Perpetual Datejust Diamond Bezel & Lugs Blue Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial 16013

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Blue Diamond Dial White Gold Steel Oyster Watch 79174
Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Blue Diamond Dial White Gold Steel Oyster Watch 79174

Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Blue Diamond Dial White Gold Steel Oyster Watch 79174

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Rolex Datejust Original Blue Diamond Dial White Gold Steel Ladies Watch 79174. Chronometer

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial 1960's
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial 1960's

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

/ CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Custom Made Blue Diamond Dial / Baton Markers

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Custom Diamond Bezel SS Baby Blue MOP Roman Numeral Dial 68274
Rolex Datejust Custom Diamond Bezel SS Baby Blue MOP Roman Numeral Dial 68274

Rolex Datejust Custom Diamond Bezel SS Baby Blue MOP Roman Numeral Dial 68274

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust With custom Diamond bezel SS Baby Blue MOP Mother Of Pearl Roman Numeral Dial

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Diamond And Sapphire Set 116659SABR
Rolex Submariner Diamond And Sapphire Set 116659SABR

Rolex Submariner Diamond And Sapphire Set 116659SABR

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An unworn men's Submariner wristwatch in 18k white gold. Featuring a diamond pave dial set with 8

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Ice Blue String Diamond Dial Watch 68273
Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Ice Blue String Diamond Dial Watch 68273

Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Ice Blue String Diamond Dial Watch 68273

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Ice Blue String Diamond Dial Bezel + Lugs + Emerald

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

New Rolex Datejust 31mm 18K White Gold Diamond Blue Dial Ladies Watch 278384RBR
New Rolex Datejust 31mm 18K White Gold Diamond Blue Dial Ladies Watch 278384RBR

New Rolex Datejust 31mm 18K White Gold Diamond Blue Dial Ladies Watch 278384RBR

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn. Comes with an original box and paper full set. 5 year Rolex warranty.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial 1960's
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial 1960's

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

/ CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Custom Made Blue Diamond Dial / Baton Markers

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 68273 Two Tone 18K Gold + SS Blue Pearl Diamond Dial Watch
Rolex Datejust 68273 Two Tone 18K Gold + SS Blue Pearl Diamond Dial Watch

Rolex Datejust 68273 Two Tone 18K Gold + SS Blue Pearl Diamond Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust 2Tone 18K Gold + SS Blue Pearl Diamond Dial Diamonds on a Side Band + Bezel

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 36mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Blue Color Dial Baguette Diamond Dial Watch
Rolex 36mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Blue Color Dial Baguette Diamond Dial Watch

Rolex 36mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Blue Color Dial Baguette Diamond Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Men's Rolex 36mm Datejust 16013 Two Tone Jubilee Blue Color Dial 8+2 Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial circa, 1960's
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial circa, 1960's

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial circa, 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

/ CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber DIAL / HANDS: Custom Made Blue Diamond Dial / Baton Hands

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster with Custom Made Blue Dial and Diamond Baguette Markers
Rolex Steel Oyster with Custom Made Blue Dial and Diamond Baguette Markers

Rolex Steel Oyster with Custom Made Blue Dial and Diamond Baguette Markers

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber DIAL / HANDS: Custom Made Blue Dial with Diamond

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Air King With Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel 1970s
Rolex Steel Air King With Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel 1970s

Rolex Steel Air King With Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel 1970s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels / Caliber 1520 DIAL / HANDS: Custom Made Blue Dial with Diamond Bezel and

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner 40 mm Blue Dial Two Tone Diamond Men's Watch 116613LB
Rolex Submariner 40 mm Blue Dial Two Tone Diamond Men's Watch 116613LB

Rolex Submariner 40 mm Blue Dial Two Tone Diamond Men's Watch 116613LB

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

yellow gold & stainless steel with custom diamonds set Bezel: Blue Ceramic Dial: Blue dial The sale

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Air King With Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel 1970s
Rolex Steel Air King With Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel 1970s

Rolex Steel Air King With Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel 1970s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels / Caliber 1520 DIAL / HANDS: Custom Made Blue Dial with Diamond Bezel and

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Steel Custom Diamond Bezel Blue Dial Automatic Watch 126300
Rolex Datejust Steel Custom Diamond Bezel Blue Dial Automatic Watch 126300

Rolex Datejust Steel Custom Diamond Bezel Blue Dial Automatic Watch 126300

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Aftermarket Diamond Bezel and Dial weight total of 4.75 CT. The original box is included. No papers

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Steel Air King With Custom Blue Diamond Dial and Diamond Bezel ca 1970's
Rolex Steel Air King With Custom Blue Diamond Dial and Diamond Bezel ca 1970's

Rolex Steel Air King With Custom Blue Diamond Dial and Diamond Bezel ca 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels / Caliber 1520 DIAL / HANDS: Custom Made Blue Diamond and Baguette Dial with

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Steel 1.20 Cttw Custom Diamond Blue Dial Mens Watch 16014
Rolex Datejust Steel 1.20 Cttw Custom Diamond Blue Dial Mens Watch 16014

Rolex Datejust Steel 1.20 Cttw Custom Diamond Blue Dial Mens Watch 16014

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. 1 Cttw Custom Diamond Bezel and 0.20 Custom Diamond Blue Dial. No original box and

Category

Antique Early 1800s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Blue Arabic Numerals Dial 179174 Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust Blue Arabic Numerals Dial 179174 Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust Blue Arabic Numerals Dial 179174 Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Ladies Datejust 26mm Blue Arabic Numerals Dial 179174 Diamond Bezel Steel Ladies Watch

Category

2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date 18K WG White Gold Ombre Blue Dial Diamond 18038 Auto Watch, 1982
Rolex Day-Date 18K WG White Gold Ombre Blue Dial Diamond 18038 Auto Watch, 1982

Rolex Day-Date 18K WG White Gold Ombre Blue Dial Diamond 18038 Auto Watch, 1982

By Rolex

Located in Central & Western District, HK

stamped 18000 Dial: Excellent Condition Ombre Blue Dial also known to be “vignette”; factory diamond

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Gold Steel Blue Dial Ladies Custom Diamond Watch 69173G
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Gold Steel Blue Dial Ladies Custom Diamond Watch 69173G

Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Gold Steel Blue Dial Ladies Custom Diamond Watch 69173G

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Water-Resistant Dial and Display: Display: Analog Dial Color: Blue Indices: Diamonds Bezel and Case

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, 18k Gold

Rolex Day-Date II Diamond Set White Gold 41mm 218349
Rolex Day-Date II Diamond Set White Gold 41mm 218349

Rolex Day-Date II Diamond Set White Gold 41mm 218349

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Day-Date wristwatch crafted in 18K white gold by Rolex. Featuring a silver dial with 8 baguette

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Rolex Two-Tone Datejust with Custom Made Blue Dial and Diamond Markers 1960's
Rolex Two-Tone Datejust with Custom Made Blue Dial and Diamond Markers 1960's

Rolex Two-Tone Datejust with Custom Made Blue Dial and Diamond Markers 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels / Caliber 1570 DIAL / HANDS: Custom Made Navy Blue Dial with Diamond Markers

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual White Dial Blue Numerals Ladies SS Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual White Dial Blue Numerals Ladies SS Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual White Dial Blue Numerals Ladies SS Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Oyster Perpetual White Dial Blue Numerals Ladies Stainless Steel Watch with Diamond

Category

2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel circa 1970's
Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel circa 1970's

Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

Blue Dial with Baton Markers and Custom Made Diamond and Sapphire Bezel / Baton Hands ATTACHMENT

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Blue Dial And Diamond Bezel circa 1970's
Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Blue Dial And Diamond Bezel circa 1970's

Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Blue Dial And Diamond Bezel circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Two-Tone Datejust with Custom Made Blue Dial and Diamond Markers 1960's
Rolex Two-Tone Datejust with Custom Made Blue Dial and Diamond Markers 1960's

Rolex Two-Tone Datejust with Custom Made Blue Dial and Diamond Markers 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

Blue Dial with Diamond Markers / Gold Baton Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 20mm / Regular Length

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust SS with Diamond & Emerald Bezel & Diamond Lugs SS Watch
Rolex Datejust SS with Diamond & Emerald Bezel & Diamond Lugs SS Watch

Rolex Datejust SS with Diamond & Emerald Bezel & Diamond Lugs SS Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Blue Diamond Dial with Diamond & Emerald Bezel & Diamond Lugs SS Watch 16014.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ice Blue Face with Baguette Watch 16014
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ice Blue Face with Baguette Watch 16014

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ice Blue Face with Baguette Watch 16014

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ice Blue Face with Baguette & Round Diamonds 36mm Watch 16014. This

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Two Tone Watch with Blue Sapphires
Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Two Tone Watch with Blue Sapphires

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Two Tone Watch with Blue Sapphires

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust White Roman Dial Two Tone Watch with Blue Sapphires We take great pride in

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady-Datejust Pearlmaster 81209
Rolex Lady-Datejust Pearlmaster 81209

Rolex Lady-Datejust Pearlmaster 81209

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Rolex Lady-Datejust Pearlmaster 81209 is a luxurious and elegant timepiece crafted in 18k white

Category

2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Treated MOP Mother of Pearl Watch
Rolex Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Treated MOP Mother of Pearl Watch

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Treated MOP Mother of Pearl Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust 16013 Two Tone Blue Color Treated MOP Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial+ Bezel

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Two Tone 16013 Watch with Blue Sapphires
Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Two Tone 16013 Watch with Blue Sapphires

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Two Tone 16013 Watch with Blue Sapphires

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust White Roman Dial Two Tone 16013 Watch with Blue Sapphires

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 68273 Two Tone Jubilee White MOP Dial Diamond Accent Bezel & Lugs
Rolex Datejust 68273 Two Tone Jubilee White MOP Dial Diamond Accent Bezel & Lugs

Rolex Datejust 68273 Two Tone Jubilee White MOP Dial Diamond Accent Bezel & Lugs

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White MOP Mother of Pearl Dial Diamond Accen Bezel + Lugs

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Stainless Steel

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Rolex Blue Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of rolex blue diamonds. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Stainless Steel — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 181 vintage editions and 43 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 20th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of rolex blue diamonds includes designs that are universally popular, but Modern and Contemporary styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 115, are particularly popular. There are many round cut and baguette cut rolex blue diamonds for sale. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of rolex blue diamonds, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Rolex Blue Diamonds?

On average, rolex blue diamonds at 1stDibs sell for $8,050, while they’re typically $3,459 on the low end and $112,968 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.

Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.