Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback "Ovetto" Ref. 3131 Automatic, 14K Gold, 1958.
By Rolex
Located in PARIS, FR
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Ovetto Ref. 3131 – 14K Yellow Gold – 1958 – Rare Original Black Dial – Original Box A superb Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Ovetto reference 313...
14k Gold
Vintage 1940s Bubbleback Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14k Gold 32mm Watch Ref. 3372
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Rolex Movement: Swiss Made - Automatic - Self Winding Case Material: Solid 14k Rosy Yellow Gold Weight: 48.1 Grams (case and strap) Case Size (Diameter): 32mm (not includ...
14k Gold
Rolex Oysterdate Perpetual Chronometer Bubbleback #3065 Men's Watch Hooded Lugs
By Rolex
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Movement #N28993 Case #3065 14k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Hooded Lugs Case 31 mm in Diameter (34 mm w/ Crown) Lug-to-Lug Distance = 39 mm Lug-to-Lug Width = 18 mm Thickness = 1...
14k Gold
1953 Rolex Bubbleback Gold Steel Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
1953 Rolex Bubbleback 14K bezel Gold Stainless Steel Watch Ref. 6105 Vintage Rolex Bubbleback with a 14k yellow gold bezel and stainless steel case, ref: 6105 The watch case is att...
Gold, Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback 3131
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 14ct rose gold Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback by Rolex. Featuring a silver dial with applied arabic numbers and a rose gold bezel. Fitted with a plexi glass and a self-winding movemen...
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1945
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Automatic movement. 14k rose gold case, 32mm, circa 1945. Black dial with both Arabic and Roman numerals, the so-called California dial. Pre-owned with custom box.
Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer BubbleBack 14K Yellow Gold Dial Ref. #3131
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer BubbleBack 14K Yellow Gold Dial Ref. #3131 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being ...
Yellow Gold
Rolex 1940s Iconic Bubbleback Yellow Gold Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Rolex Reference 3131 "Bubbleback" 32 M.M 14k Yellow Gold 3 piece Oyster case.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Charming Yellow Gold Bubbleback Watch with Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A superb Rolex Bubbleback in solid 14k yellow gold, gorgeous ivory-colored dial with Arabic numerals and a frame of raised dots at the outer edge.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubble Back Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Rolex Bubbleback 3131 14k yellow gold 32mm in exceptionally nice condition.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Bubble Back Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Vintage Rolex Bubbleback 14k gold ref: 3131 with new genuine Alligator leather strap.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Transitional Bubbleback Wristwatch, circa 1952
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Rolex 14k yellow gold transitional bubbleback wristwatch, circa 1952, with original Rolex dial, possibly an early refinish in blue.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Self Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Rolex "BubbleBack" Wrist watch, 39 X 32 M.M. 14K yellow Gold 2 Piece Case with Engine turned bezel, 17 Jewel Automatic Self winding movement, dial recently, pe...
14k Gold
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Automatic winding. 14k yellow gold case with finely engine turned bezel (25mm diameter). Ivory colored dial with gold markers; subseconds at 6 o'clock position. Strap band. Pre-owne...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Steel Bubbleback Chronometer California Dial Wristwatch Ref 3133
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Rolex Bubble Back Ref 3133 Viceroy Chronometer with California Dial in Stainless Steel and 14k deep rose gold. Original hands and self-winding. 14k rose gold and Stainless Steel Len...
14k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold, Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a beauty from the 1940's. This solid 14kt yellow gold Rolex Bubbleback from 1946 is in excellent condition. The case is nice and sharp and in pristine condition. The original...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Original Black Dial Wristwatch Ref 3131 1946
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Great looking man’s Rolex Bubbleback 14K Rose Gold ref 3131 case serial # 444,xxx circa 1946 with very desirable original black luminous dial.
14k Gold
Rolex 14K YG "Square Bubbleback" circa 1940's
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG "square Bubbleback" circa 1940's. Beautifully restored matte silver dial with faceted gold applied indexes, stepped 28 X 36mm case.
Rolex SS/14K Hooded Bubbleback correct ref 3065 circa 1948
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS/14K Hooded Bubbleback correct ref 3065 circa 1948 with beautifully restored black sector dial with contrasting patina'd luminous indexes and matching luminous gold Mercedes...
14k Gold
ROLEX PG Bubbleback Ref 3131 c1947
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K PG Bubbleback ref # 3131 circa 1947. 32mm diameter tonneau shaped case with smooth bezel and beautifully restored glossy black dial with antique luminous indexes and matchi...
14k Gold
Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback ref# 3131 circa 1940's
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback ref# 3131 circa 1940's with 3 piece case, smooth bezel, screw down caseback and screw down period bubbleback crown.
14k Gold
Rolex 14K PG Bubbleback circa 1940's with "California" dial
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K PG Bubbleback circa 1940's with beautifully restored antique salmon so called "California" dial with antique luminous indexes and mercedes hands.
18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14K PG Bubbleback ref #3130 c.1946
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14K PG Bubbleback ref #3130, 32mm diameter case with smooth bezel and screw down period crown serial #400,XXX circa 1946.
Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k rose gold Bubbleback wristwatch, circa 1940s.
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Fabulous looking Rolex 14k rose gold Bubbleback wristwatch, circa 1940s, Ref. 3131, 32mm three-piece case with self winding calibre N/A movement, sweep center seconds.
Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex 14K PG man's Oyster Perpetual bubbleback ref #3131 c.1940s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K PG man's Oyster Perpetual bubbleback ref #3131 circa 1940's. 3 piece screw down 34mm diameter case with screw down crown.
18k Gold
Vintage Rolex Bubbleback Reference 3065 Watch, 1945
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1945 Vintage Rolex Bubbleback Reference 3065. 14K Rose Gold & Stainless Steel case. 32mm wide.
Vintage Rolex Bubbleback Two-Tone Watch, 1948
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1948 Vintage Rolex Bubbleback Ref. 4392 Two Tone 14k Yellow Gold Machined Bezel and Stainless Steel watch with Two Tone Black and Gold Roman Arabic California Dial. 32mm x 38mm lug t...
ROLEX Pink Gold and Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 3696
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex pink gold top and stainless back bubbleback, Ref. 3696, circa 1944. 32mm case with smooth bezel, screw down back, and screw down period style pink bubbleback crown. Beautifully...
14k Gold
ROLEX Stainless Steel and Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel and 14k yellow gold Bubbleback wristwatch circa 1940s, exceptionally mint condition engine turned bezel, gold vintage style crown, and beautifully restored anti...
Stainless Steel, 14k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch with Bracelet circa 1940
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Bubbleback wristwatch with associated period 14k yellow gold bracelet.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 3131 circa 1945
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch, Ref. 3131 serial number 3.2 million, circa 1945. 32mm tonneau Oyster case and period rose gold bubble back crown.
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 3131 circa 1939
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch, Ref. 3131, circa 1939. 32 x 40mm tonneau Oyster case with smooth bezel and screw down period style crown.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch ref 3131 circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch ref 3131 circa 1940s. 32mm diameter tonneau shaped Oyster case with screw down caseback and screw down period style bubble back crown.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Pink Gold Bubbleback ref# 3131 circa 1947
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K PG Bubbleback ref # 3131 circa 1947, 31mm diameter 3 piece Oyster case, Beautifully restored antique salmon dial with antique patina'd luminous indexes and mercedes hands.
18k Gold
Rolex Gold Bubbleback Tonneau Case circa 1940's
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Bubbleback circa 1940's. 32 X 39mm tonneau shaped case with smooth bezel and screw down caseback and period style screw down crown, with beautifully restored antique whi...
18k Gold
Rolex Rose Gilt Top and Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Bubbleback wristwatch with rose gold top and stainless steel case back, Ref# 3933, circa 1940s. 32mm diameter tonneau shaped Oyster case with screw back and period style screw ...
14k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch with California Dial circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Bubbleback wristwatch, circa 1940s. 32mm case with smooth bezel, screw back and period-style screw down crown.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.26 in Dm 1.26 in
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s. 32mm diameter case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 1.26 in Dm 1.26 in
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Ribbed Hooded Bubbleback Wristwatch, 1940s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A scarce Rolex SS/14K YG ribbed hooded Bubbleback circa 1940’s.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1949
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel and yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback wristwatch, circa 1948. 32mm diameter tonneau shaped case with screw down period crown and screw down case back. Gor...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Pink Gold Bubbleback ref. 3131 circa 1940's
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K pink gold bubbleback ref 3131 circa 1940's with orginal patina'd silver satin dial with luminous indexes and pencil style hands.
18k Gold
Rolex Pink gold Bubbleback self winding wristwatch ref 3372, circa 1947
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A Christmas present from 69 years ago, could be a Christmas present again! Rolex 14K PG Bubbleback ref 3372 serial # 495,xxx circa 1947.
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Top Steel Back Tropical Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1944
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex rose gold top and stainless back Bubbleback Wristwatch, Ref. 3696, circa 1944. 32mm diameter case with smooth bezel, screw back, screw down period-style pink bubble back crown....
Stainless Steel, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex Serpico Y Laino Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch, 1938
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A scarce and early Rolex SS/14K YG Bubbleback ref # 3132 circa 1938 retailed by Serpico Y Laino.
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 6011 crica 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex 14 karat yellow gold Bubbleback wristwatch, Ref. 6011, circa 1950s. This automatic watch has a fluted bezel, Super Oyster crown, with a refinished gold dial, circa 1950. The ca...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.42 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Jumbo Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1954
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel and 14k yellow gold jumbo Bubbleback wristwatch, Ref. 6353, serial number 109,XXX, circa 1954. 36mm engine-turned bezel, early-style Rolex "+" crown and acrylic...
Stainless Steel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Seamaster De Ville Automatic Day-Date Vintage Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in London, GB
A classic vintage Omega Seamaster De Ville wristwatch, featuring an automatic movement with day-date display. The watch is housed in an elegant gold-plated case, showcasing the refin...
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Hermès 1960s Sac Kelly 32 Bandouliere Black Box Leather Hand Bag strap Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Kelly bag, size 32, in black box leather and gold-tone hardware. The interior is lined in black leather with two slip pockets and one large slip pocket (not zippered). It incl...
Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 X 9 M.M. 2 Piece Platinum Case set with European cut Diamonds totaling 1 Carat, the case sides and back are fu...
Diamond, Platinum
Hermes Birkin Bag 50cm in Barenia Crinoline
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Do not miss out on this rare Hermès Birkin Bag 50cm in Barenia Crinoline—an extraordinary and rare piece that epitomizes luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless elegance. The generous 50...
Baume & Mercier Montre Mecanique Or Malachite 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Watch
By Baume & Mercier
Located in PARIS, FR
Baume & Mercier watch circa 1970 in 18k yellow gold (750/1000), oval case, signed malachite dial, mechanical movement (manual winding), signed green leather strap, signed gold-tone m...
Yellow Gold
Rolex Date Steel 1501 Automatic Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1973 Rolex Date Wrist watch, 35 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece Oyster case. Caliber 1570, 26 jewel Automatic, self winding movement. Custom Turquoise Blue Dial with Raised White...
Steel
Blancpain Villeret Complete Calendar Moon Phase Watch in 18k Gold
By Blancpain
Located in Zurich, CH
A masterclass in understated elegance, this Blancpain Villeret Complete Calendar is the definitive expression of the brand’s classical heritage. Housed in a sophisticated 34mm case c...
Yellow Gold, Steel
Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies Rolex 3408 Mechanical Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1960s. 1400 Caliber Rolex Movement Ref. 3408. Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism. Case is Stai...
Stainless Steel
Hermès 1999 Sac Reteint Noir Birkin 35 Dyed Black Epsom Leather Hand Bag Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Birkin bag, size 35, in beige Epsom leather re-dyed in black and gold metal, keys, padlock, zipper, bell, dust bag, year 1999. Width 35 cm x height 25 cm x depth 18 cm, handle...
Hermes Haut à Courroies Hac 60 Black Ardennes GoldCarry On Birkin Vintage 1991
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
- Black Leather Exterior - Silver Hardware - Stamped circle U (1991) Measurements (approximately in inches) : L: 26.5 " H: 18.8 " W: '12 " Description: This bag is truly in...
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Cover Open Link Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Very special item designed by Van Cleef & Arpels, this is a ropetwist gold and diamond open link bracelet watch. Designed with graduating twist rope segments whith the center section...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
PRADA brown 2007 NEW LOOK CROCODILE Bag
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada New Look Large domed bag in medium brown matte crocodile, exquisitely crafted in a structured, architectural silhouette that highlights the natural beauty and de...
$49,467
H 9.85 in W 13.78 in D 7.09 in
Hermès Birkin 35 Miel Shiny Porosus Crocodile Palladium Hardware Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Banbury, GB
Investment Piece and Great Deal SKU 33301488 Comes With Hermès Dust Bag, Keys,Padlock,Clochette Date 2007 Model Birkin 35 Serial Number [K] Metal Palladium Materials Crocodile Leath...
Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Duetto Diamond 18K Rose Gold Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant and timeless, this Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duetto is crafted in luxurious 18K rose gold and features the iconic reversible case design. This sophisticated timepiece offers t...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Rolex Gold Top Tropical Series Steel Back Early Ladies Perpetual from 1947
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Ladies Bubble Back / Tropical Series METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Top with Steel Back CIRCA / YEAR: 1947 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Lengt...
$11,245
W 1.07 in L 1.46 in
1940's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens 18K Gold Watch - Very Fine & Rare with Warran
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
18k Gold
While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.
Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.
But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.
But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.
Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.
The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.
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Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
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Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
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A fresh palette of dial colors and technological advances have elevated this classic watch model.
The watch has transformed several times over, but it’s still undeniably a classic.
This is perhaps the least subtle version of the Submariner.
If you think this looks like the Rolex Kermit, you're correct.
This model was designed for lefties.
Learn the devious techniques that counterfeiters use to sell inauthentic pieces at authentic prices. Of course, you don't have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where every seller of Rolex watches is highly vetted.
From understanding the models to choosing among vintage, pre-owned and new watches, here’s our expert advice on finding the best Rolex for you.
As the cache goes on display at London’s Design Museum, we speak to its enigmatic owner about some of his rarest acquisitions.