$7,040Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Ref 6580 Mens 34mm 1950s 14k Gold SS Vintage Automatic RA786
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex gold crown. 14k solid gold bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, personal engraving on caseback, lightly engraved, case in excellent condition...
Stainless Steel, 14k Gold
$6,240Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6580 14k Gold SS 1950s Mens Vintage Automatic RA786B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex gold crown. 14k solid gold bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, personal engraving on caseback, lightly engraved, case in excellent condition...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
$5,760Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6564 Mens 34mm 1950s Vintage Automatic RA794B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm in diameter, in excellent vintage condition. 25-Jeweled Rolex cal. 1030 COSC automatic movement with butterfly rotor, cleaned and ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex "Golden Egg" Men's Vintage Gold-Capped Ref.6634 Automatic, c.1957 LV896TAN
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Smooth bezel, gold-capped over stainless steel case, measuring 34mm, in pristine vintage condition, case serial no.242405. 25-jeweled Rolex cal.1030 chronometer-certified automatic m...
ROLEX Men's Gold-Cap Oyster Perpetual 6634 Automatic, c.1957 Swiss Vintage LV896
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Smooth bezel, gold-capped over stainless steel case, measuring 34mm, in pristine vintage condition, case serial no.242405. 25-jeweled Rolex cal.1030 chronometer-certified automatic m...
Mens Rolex Ref 6634 Oyster Perpetual Gold Capped Automatic 1950s Vintage RA237
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gold-capped over stainless steel case measuring 34mm in diameter, in excellent, vintage condition, case serial no.243137. 25-Jeweled Rolex cal.1030 chronometer certified automatic mo...
Gold-filled
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6634 34mm Gold Capped Automatic 1950s Vintage RA434
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gold-capped over stainless steel case measuring 34mm in diameter, in excellent, vintage condition. 25-Jeweled Rolex cal.1030 chronometer certified automatic movement with butterfly r...
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6564 Automatic, c.1950s Swiss Vintage RA139
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stainless steel smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent condition, case no.104618. Original Rolex crown. 25-jeweled Rolex cal.1030 chronometer certifie...
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6634 Golden Egg 34mm Automatic 1950s Swiss RA434B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gold-capped over stainless steel case measuring 34mm in diameter, in excellent, vintage condition. 25-Jeweled Rolex cal.1030 chronometer certified automatic movement with butterfly r...
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6634 Gold Capped Automatic 1950s Vintage RA237B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gold-capped over stainless steel case measuring 34mm in diameter, in excellent, vintage condition. 25-Jeweled Rolex cal.1030 chronometer certified automatic movement with butterfly r...
Gold-filled
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6565 34mm Mens Automatic 1950s Swiss Vintage RA547S
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Engine turned bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm in diameter, in excellent vintage condition. 25-Jeweled Rolex cal. 1030 COSC automatic movement with butterfly rotor, clean...
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6564 14k Solid Gold 34mm Automatic 1950s RA462B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. 14k gold bezel on 14k solid gold case measuring 34mm in diameter, in pristine vintage condition. 25-Jeweled Rolex cal. 1030 COSC automatic movement with butterfly ro...
Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6565 34mm Mens Automatic 1950s Swiss Vintage RA547
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Engine turned bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm in diameter, in excellent vintage condition. 25-Jeweled Rolex cal. 1030 COSC automatic movement with butterfly rotor, clean...
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6564 Automatic, c.1950s Vintage RA140BRN
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stainless steel smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent condition. Original Rolex crown. 25-jeweled Rolex cal.1030 chronometer certified automatic move...
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6564 Automatic 1950s Swiss Vintage RJC146B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Smooth bezel on stainless steel case, measure 34mm without the crown, in excellent condition. Original Rolex crown. 25-jeweled Rolex cal.1030 COSC automatic movement with butterfly r...
Mens Rolex Ref 6634 Oyster Perpetual Gold Capped Automatic 1950s Swiss RA237G
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gold-capped over stainless steel case measuring 34mm in diameter, in excellent, vintage condition. 25-Jeweled Rolex cal.1030 chronometer certified automatic movement with butterfly r...
Gold-filled
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6634 Gold Capped Automatic 1950s RJC138
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gold-capped over stainless steel case measuring 34mm in diameter, in excellent, vintage condition, case serial no.262338. Original Rolex crown. 25-Jeweled Rolex cal.1030 chronometer ...
Gold-filled
Rolex 18K PG Oyster Perpetual Date ref 6537 cal.1030 circa 1959
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K PG Oyster Perpetual Date ref 6537 cal.1030 circa 1959. 34mm diameter Oyster case with smooth bezel, screw down crown and caseback.
$5,280Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.34 in
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 34mm 1970s Mens Vintage Automatic RA772B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1500 Date automatic, c.1978, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, unrestored Rolex ...
Stainless Steel
$5,440Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.34 in
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15000 34mm 1980s Mens Vintage Automatic RA771B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 15000 automatic, c.1981, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed dial, R...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 35mm Mens Vintage Automatic 1970s RA602
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic icon, Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1500 Date automatic, c.1970, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applie...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stanless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Dial from 1957
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual .Date / Reference 6534 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1957 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm x...
Genuine Rolex 6516 Watch. 18k and SS ROLEX Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
18k and Stainless Steel Rolex Ladies Automatic Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1970 25mm Rolex Automatic Movement Ref. 6516. Beautiful Watch. Case is Stainless Steel. 18k Yellow gold b...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage ROLEX Oyster Watch. Rolex ref 4365. 1940s Gold Capped Mens Rolex watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Rolex Oyster Mens Watch Just underwent Full Service - Ready To Go Stainless Steel Case that is Gold Filled Capped ref.4365 Circa 1946 Condition: Windup Movement. Runs we...
Stainless Steel
$4,960Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.34 in
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1969, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, unrestored Rolex signe...
Stainless Steel
$5,592Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.38 in
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 Mens Automatic 1960s All Original RA675
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref.1501 Men's automatic, c.1963, all original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Role...
Stainless Steel
$5,440Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.38 in
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1510 35mm Mens 1980s Vintage Automatic RA753B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster 15010 Date automatic, c.1983, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed dial, applied ba...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1005 14k Yellow Gold 34mm Silver Dial
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1005 Serial: 992*** Year: 1963 Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual 34 Case Material: 14k Yellow Gold Band: Leather Strap Bezel: 14k Yellow Gold Fluted Dial: Si...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,384Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.34 in
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1550 34mm 1970s Mens Gold-Capped Automatic RA779
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's Rolex ref 1550 Oyster Perpetual Date automatic, c.1970, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, Rolex signed dia...
Stainless Steel, Gold Plate
$7,120Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.34 in
Rolex 6564 Oyster Perpetual 1950s Mens 34mm Gold-Capped Vintage Automatic RA789B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic vintage charm, rare Men's Rolex 6564 Oyster Perpetual gold-capped automatic dress watch, c.1956, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Go...
Gold, Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
$5,360Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.34 in
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 Mens 1970s 34mm Vintage Automatic RA772C
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1500 Date automatic, c.1978, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, unrestored Rolex s...
Stainless Steel
$6,144Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.34 in
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15053 Mens 18k SS 1980s 34mm Automatic RA814B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Rolex Ref 15053 18k Gold and stainless steel Oyster Date automatic, c.1982, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex ...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$5,272Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.38 in
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 Mens Vintage Automatic 1960s RA675B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref.1501 Men's automatic, c.1963, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silve...
Stainless Steel
$6,080Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.34 in
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15053 Mens 1980s 18k Gold SS 34mm Automatic RA814
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Rolex Ref 15053 18k Gold and stainless steel Oyster Date automatic, c.1982, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Role...
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
$6,600Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Rolex Oyster 6246 36mm Dial Small Seconds Manual Wind Watch Circa 1972
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex Oyster ref. 6246, originally produced in the mid-1950s and factory serviced and recased by Rolex in 1972. The watch features a silver dial with applied hour markers, an...
Gold
Rolex Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual Very Rare Deepsea From 1954 / 55 Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6332 METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Shell CIRCA / YEAR: 1954 / 55 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diamet...
Gold
Rolex 1.20 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold President Mens Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
This distinguished Rolex President men's wristwatch is crafted in luxurious 18k yellow gold and features a brilliant diamond-set white dial with Roman numerals and after market diamo...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Modernist Watch circa 1948 with High Grade Movement
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Moderist / Reference 8143 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold & Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1948 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm "Lug ...
Gold, Platinum
Rolex 14Kt. Oyster Perpetual Rare "Bubble Back" with Factory Original Dial 1948
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual "Bubble Back" / Reference 5011 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1948 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Lengt...
14k Gold
$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
c. 1970 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Handwound, Ref. 3459 Disco Volante Style
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
$1,995
H 1.62 in W 1.34 in
1966 Omega (Seamaster) Rare Cal. 560 Vintage Mens 10K Gold Filled & Stainless St
By Omega
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...
Gold-filled, Stainless Steel
Rare Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 W/ Rolex Rivet Oyster Elastic Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Rolex Model: Oysterdate Precision Reference Number: 6694 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Manual winding Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : Cas...
Stainless Steel
$5,440Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.34 in
Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision Mens Vintage 1950s 34mm Manual Wind RA781
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision ref.6022 manual hand-wind dress watch, c.1952, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Role...
Stainless Steel
Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Oversized "Ovatoni" with Original Dial from Mid-1950s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Ovatoni / Reference 6075 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 35...
$7,192Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.19 in
Rolex Oyster 6827 Datejust 18k Solid Gold 1980s Midsize 30mm Automatic RA732
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage luxury, 18k solid gold Men's midsize Rolex ref.6827 Oyster Perpetual Date automatic, c.1981, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeo...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,520Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.42 in
Rolex 18k Solid Gold Ref 8940 Mens 1960s 36mm Manual Wind Dress Watch RA706
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic luxury, Men's 18k solid gold Rolex ref.8940 manual wind jumbo dress watch, c.1960s, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, Rolex...
18k Gold
$7,360Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.34 in
Rolex Precision 14k Solid Gold Mens Manual Wind Dress Watch 1950s Vintage RA709
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage treasure, rare 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Precision manual wind dress watch, c.1958, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Role...
14k Gold
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref. 6694 Blue Dial 34mm Stainless Steel Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Crafted in stainless steel, the Rolex Oysterdate Precision reference 6694 is a classic manually wound Rolex dating to circa 1978–1979. Its 34mm Oyster case features a smooth domed be...
Stainless Steel
$6,080Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.34 in
Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision Mens Vintage 1950s 34mm Manual Wind RA781
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision ref.6022 manual hand-wind dress watch, c.1952, all original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. ...
Stainless Steel
While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.
Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.
But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.
But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.
Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.
The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.
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Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
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A fresh palette of dial colors and technological advances have elevated this classic watch model.
The watch has transformed several times over, but it’s still undeniably a classic.
This is perhaps the least subtle version of the Submariner.
If you think this looks like the Rolex Kermit, you're correct.
This model was designed for lefties.
Learn the devious techniques that counterfeiters use to sell inauthentic pieces at authentic prices. Of course, you don't have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where every seller of Rolex watches is highly vetted.
From understanding the models to choosing among vintage, pre-owned and new watches, here’s our expert advice on finding the best Rolex for you.
As the cache goes on display at London’s Design Museum, we speak to its enigmatic owner about some of his rarest acquisitions.