Does Rolex make sunglasses?

No, Rolex does not officially make sunglasses that are available for sale. They do however occasionally create promotional products, which have included sunglasses for sponsored events in the past. Browse a range of Rolex products that have been expertly authenticated on 1stDibs.

How to wind a datejust rolex?

To wind a Rolex Datejust, set the crown notch (located on the right hand side of the face) to position one. To set it to position one, turn the crown counterclockwise to unscrew the crown and pop the crown out one notch. From this position, start to wind the Rolex by turning the crown clockwise. You should feel a bit of tension and hear a soft clicking sound. Browse a wide selection of Rolex Datejust watches on 1stDibs.

What is the cheapest Rolex?

The lowest priced Rolex model is the Oyster Perpetual. This watch retails for roughly $5,000. On 1stDibs, you can can find a variety of Rolex watches for sale.

What is the best Rolex for a lady?

While choosing a watch can depend on the wearer's style, there are a few consistent favorites. Some of the top Rolex watches for women include the Rolex Datejust, the Rolex Day-Date, and the Rolex Oyster Perpetual.

What is the most expensive Rolex?

The most expensive Rolex ever sold is the Paul Newman Daytona. This Rolex was purchased for $17.8 million in 2017. On 1stDibs, there are expensive Rolex watches but there is a wide variety available, so it should be easy to find a good fit for your tastes as well as your budget.

What diamonds do Rolex use?

Rolex uses only the highest quality diamonds in their watches and compares these stones against certified master stones. They are the most colorless, so in ranges D to G.

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One of the cheapest Rolex watches is the Oyster Perpetual, which usually costs around $5,000. This model is made of oystersteel, an affordable type of steel.

How much is a Rolex Yacht Master?

A contemporary Rolex Yacht Master costs around $11,000. However, a vintage model can cost up to $30,000.

Is the Rolex Oyster Perpetual worth it?

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual is a great entry-level Rolex to purchase. The perpetual refers to the ability of the watch to use the energy of the wearer's wrist motion to run. It is a popular starter Rolex.

What is the rarest Rolex face?

There is no single rarest Rolex face, as the availability of the luxury watchmaker's timepieces does vary in response to changes in collecting trends. However, some faces are generally rarer than others due to limited production, age and other factors. Examples of such dials include those made of meteorite, onyx, malachite, bloodstone, tiger's eye, coral, wood and lapis lazuli. Find a wide range of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.

What is the cheapest Rolex ever made?

What is the cheapest Rolex ever made may vary over time as the luxury maker introduces new models. However, some watches made by Rolex are generally considered entry-level models based on their price points. These include the Oyster Perpetual, the DateJust 36mm, the Explorer 36mm, the Air King and the Milgaus. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of Rolex watches.

What does Oyster Perpetual mean on a Rolex watch?

An Oyster Perpetual on a Rolex watch refers to the watch's ability to run on the energy generated by the wearer's wrist movements rather than manual winding. At Baselworld in 2015, a variety of Rolex watches with a new-generation Oyster Perpetual movement were unveiled. Find a variety of vintage Rolex watches on 1stDibs.

What is the value of a Rolex Oyster Perpetual?

The popular Rolex Oyster Perpetual is usually between $5,900 and $6,600 in price.

How much is a platinum Rolex watch?

Because platinum is denser than other metals, it is often more expensive to purchase platinum watches than gold. One of the most expensive watches sold was a Platinum Rolex worth $277,000.

How much is a Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date worth?

A new Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date watch is worth around $6,000. However, if it's encrusted with gems or vintage, it can cost as much as $50,000. 1stDibs has a great and vast selection of Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date watches.

How much is the new Rolex Submariner?

The new Submariner Rolex with a Black Bezel is worth around $8,100 with some of the more expensive new Submariners in yellow gold costing around $36,950.

How do I wind a Rolex watch?

To wind a Rolex watch, first fully unscrew the winding crown. Once it is in a raised position, carefully turn the crown clockwise. Most watches require 25 turns for enough winding to begin powering the watch. The instructions included with Rolex watches provide more information about how to wind specific models. Shop a large collection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.

Is Panerai better than Rolex?

Depending on what kind of watch you're looking for, one may be better than the other. For instance, if you want a highly functional sport watch, some of Rolex's models may be better for you. That said, the brands' watches are very similar quality-wise. The main difference is their appearances: While Rolex designs more traditional timepieces, Panerai is more contemporary and bold.

How much gold is in a Rolex Submariner?

A Rolex Submariner bears an 18k stamp and the number “750,” which means that 75 percent of the watch is made out of pure gold model. The most luxurious of all timepieces, the Rolex Submariner has been continuously manufactured since 1951. Find vintage Rolex watches on 1stDibs.

Does Rolex use real diamonds?

Rolex uses only the highest quality melee diamonds with between D and G in color and IF in clarity. Every diamond is tested individually to make sure it is real.

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Vintage 1970s Jewelry

Rolex Oysterdate

Vintage Bar Tools

1979 Rolex Oyster Perpetual

14k Yellow Gold Rolex Circa 1955 Precision Watch Hand Wound Cal. 1210 Movement

$4,200

14k Yellow Gold Rolex Circa 1955 Precision Watch Hand Wound Cal. 1210 Movement

By Rolex

Located in Providence, RI

This vintage Rolex wristwatch is a classic example of mid-century elegance, featuring a 14k yellow gold case that exudes a refined and timeless aesthetic. The case is slim, round, an...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Pocket Watch 9165. Antique Rolex Precision 9165 Circa 1952

$8,440

Dm 1.78 in

Rolex Pocket Watch 9165. Antique Rolex Precision 9165 Circa 1952

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Vintage Rolex Pocket Watch. Precision Ref: 9165 Circa 1952 Please refer to pictures to see the movement.

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Vintage 1950s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Royalite Watch 2280 Circa 1939

$4,250 / set

Dm 1.2 in

Vintage Rolex Royalite Watch 2280 Circa 1939

By Rolex

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Vintage Rolex Royalite Watch 2280 Circa 1939 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being offered for sale.

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold "President" Day-Date circa

$14,000

Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold "President" Day-Date circa

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Day-Date / Reference 1803 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1974 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm "Lug Tip to Lug...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Daytona Blue Cosmograph Ref. #6239, Circa 1966

$95,000

Dm 1.46 in

Rolex Daytona Blue Cosmograph Ref. #6239, Circa 1966

By Rolex

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Vintage Rolex Daytona Blue Cosmograph 6239 Circa 1966 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being offered for sale.

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Bart Simpson 5513 Submariner 40mm Steel Unpolished Circa 1960

$39,150

W 1.58 in

Rolex Bart Simpson 5513 Submariner 40mm Steel Unpolished Circa 1960

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage, circa 1959-1964. Known in the trade as the Bart Simpson Rolex.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual 18K Yellow Gold 34mm 6564 Circa 1956

$41,771

Dm 1.34 in

Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual 18K Yellow Gold 34mm 6564 Circa 1956

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A rare vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual reference 6564, an exceptional yellow gold timepiece featuring a rare hobnail-patterned dial with applied gold faceted baton indices and a raise...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Custom Orange Dial circa, circa 1970's

$4,950

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Custom Orange Dial circa, circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diamete...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Original Dial Bubble Back circa 1940s

$5,500

Rolex Stainless Steel Original Dial Bubble Back circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: "Bubble Back" / Oyster Perpetual METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel / Yellow Gold Bezel DIMENSIONS: Length 39mm X Diameter 33...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Rolex Chromium Marconi Hermetic Manual Wind Watch, circa 1930s

$7,500

Dm 1.15 in

Rolex Chromium Marconi Hermetic Manual Wind Watch, circa 1930s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex / Marconi STYLE / REFERENCE: Hermetic METAL / MATERIAL: Chromium CIRCA: 1930's DIMENSIONS: Length 35mm X Diameter 29mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 ...

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Watch, circa 1956

$15,000

Dm 36 in

Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Watch, circa 1956

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 6305/1 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel w/ Rose Gold Bezel DIMENSIONS: Length 42mm X Diameter 34mm CIRC...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Unique Red Dial circa, 1970's

$3,800

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Unique Red Dial circa, 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Two Tone Datejust with Rare Polished Bezel circa, 1964

$8,000

Rolex Two Tone Datejust with Rare Polished Bezel circa, 1964

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1600 METAL / MATERIAL: Two Tone Solid Gold & Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1964 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rare Circa 1920’s Woman’s Rolex Watch Box Presentation Case

$1,200

H 1 in W 2.5 in D 6.75 in

Rare Circa 1920’s Woman’s Rolex Watch Box Presentation Case

By Rolex

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This vintage 1920’s intricate designed pressboard watch box is in excellent condition and is made with meticulous craftsmanship. Beautifully embossed top, reminiscent of tooled leath...

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rolex Gold Filled Standard Art Deco Ladies Watch circa 1950's

$2,100

Rolex Gold Filled Standard Art Deco Ladies Watch circa 1950's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Standard METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" X D...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Bubble Back S.S., Circa 1948

$6,900

Dm 1.28 in

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Bubble Back S.S., Circa 1948

By Rolex

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Bubble Back Ref. 2940 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being offered for sale. S...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer With Box and Papers, circa 1999

$8,900

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer With Box and Papers, circa 1999

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Explorer / Reference 14270 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1999 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm X Diameter 35mm...

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1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Finished Dial, circa 1960's

$5,500

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Finished Dial, circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 36m...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Finished Dial, circa 1960's

$5,500

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Finished Dial, circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 36m...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Wristwatch with Original Black Dial, circa 1960's

$4,800

Rolex Stainless Steel Wristwatch with Original Black Dial, circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air King / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 3...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Celebration" Dial circa 1960's

$4,100

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Celebration" Dial circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust With Kama Sutra Dial circa 1970's

$5,300

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust With Kama Sutra Dial circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm "Lug Tip to Lu...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust With Kama Sutra Dial circa 1970's

$5,300

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust With Kama Sutra Dial circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm "Lug Tip to Lu...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Finished Dial, circa 1970's

$6,200

Dm 1.42 in

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Finished Dial, circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 44mm X Diameter 36mm CIRCA: 1...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust With Kama Sutra Dial circa 1970's

$5,300

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust With Kama Sutra Dial circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm "Lug Tip to Lu...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust With Kama Sutra Dial circa 1970's

$5,900

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust With Kama Sutra Dial circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm "Lug Tip to Lu...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Celebration" Dial circa 1960's

$4,100

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Celebration" Dial circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Celebration" Dial circa 1960's

$4,100

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Celebration" Dial circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Finished Dial, Circa 1960's

$6,200

Dm 1.42 in

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Finished Dial, Circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: 44mm X 36mm CIRCA: 1960's MOVEMENT ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Unique Dark Blue Dial circa 1970's

$4,650

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Unique Dark Blue Dial circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Dial circa, 1970's

$4,400

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Dial circa, 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 5500 / 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Dia...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 179178, circa 2002

$17,500

L 6.5 in

Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 179178, circa 2002

By Rolex

Located in Stamford, CT

Rolex lady's 18k yellow gold Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 179178, circa 2002, cream-colored textured dial with gold Roman numerals.

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Speedking Original Dial Manual Watch, circa 1952

$3,900

Rolex Stainless Steel Speedking Original Dial Manual Watch, circa 1952

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: 3/4 Size Precision / Oyster Speedking METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: 1953 DIMENSIONS: Length 36mm X Diameter 30mm M...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Dial circa, 1970's

$4,000

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Dial circa, 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Champagne Dial circa, 1960's

$4,600

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Champagne Dial circa, 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Classic Oysterdate with Original Dial, circa 1970's

$4,400

Rolex Stainless Steel Classic Oysterdate with Original Dial, circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm x Diameter ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Persian Numbers circa, 1960's

$3,950

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Persian Numbers circa, 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960 / 70's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diame...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT Master Watch Ref 1675, "Pepsi' Dial, Circa 1973. Service Papers.

$21,906

Rolex GMT Master Watch Ref 1675, "Pepsi' Dial, Circa 1973. Service Papers.

By Rolex

Located in Canterbury, England

Our vintage and rare Rolex GMT Master, reference 1675, features a 40mm stainless steel case with red/ blue "pepsi" bezel which has developed a very attractive patina. We date this GM...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Rolex Two Tone Datejust with Original Dial & Two Straps circa, 1971

$6,000

Rolex Two Tone Datejust with Original Dial & Two Straps circa, 1971

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Two tone CIRCA / YEAR: 1971 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" X ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 14Kt Solid White Gold Modernist Style Ladies Watch circa 1960's

$2,200

Rolex 14Kt Solid White Gold Modernist Style Ladies Watch circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 9060 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm "Lug Tip...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Champagne Dial circa, 1960's

$4,200

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Champagne Dial circa, 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Factory Original Charcoal Dial circa, 1970's

$6,150

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Factory Original Charcoal Dial circa, 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 36m...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Navy Blue Dial circa 1970's

$6,000

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Navy Blue Dial circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm "Lug Tip to L...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Navy Blue Dial circa 1960's

$6,000

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Navy Blue Dial circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm "Lug Tip to L...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Rare Black Dial circa, 1960's

$6,950

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Rare Black Dial circa, 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 36m...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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

$4,300

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

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 3...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Factory Original Charcoal Dial circa, 1970's

$6,600

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Factory Original Charcoal Dial circa, 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 36m...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dark Blue Dial circa 1970's

$4,150

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dark Blue Dial circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King with Custom Orange Dial circa 1970's

$4,400

Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King with Custom Orange Dial circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 / 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm "Lug Ti...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's

$4,000

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length "Lug Tip to Lug T...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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

$5,450

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

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 3...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Blue circa, 1960 / 70's

$5,800

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Blue circa, 1960 / 70's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Modernist Watch circa 1948 with High Grade Movement

$6,500

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 ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Platinum

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's

$4,000

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length "Lug Tip to Lug T...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's

$4,000

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length "Lug Tip to Lug T...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust With Rare Blue Vignette Dial circa 1970's

$6,100

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust With Rare Blue Vignette Dial circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm "Lug Tip to Lu...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust With Rare Blue Vignette Dial circa 1970's

$6,100

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust With Rare Blue Vignette Dial circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm "Lug Tip to Lu...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Recent Sales

Rolex Submariner, 5513, Circa 1978

Unavailable

H 1.58 in Dm 1.58 in

Rolex Submariner, 5513, Circa 1978

By Rolex

Located in Los Gatos, CA

Rolex Submariner (5513) with nice patina from 1978. Stainless steel.

Category

Vintage 1970s Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Quartz, Circa 1985

Unavailable

Rolex Datejust Quartz, Circa 1985

By Rolex

Located in New Orleans, LA

This two-tone Rolex Datejust is rare due to its quartz movement. This watch is crafted from stainless steel and 18 karat yellow gold. It features a blue dial with gold markers and a ...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster, circa 1955

Unavailable

W 0.91 in L 1.23 in

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster, circa 1955

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Oyster reference# 6480, serial# 94,xxx circa 1955.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch circa 2000s

Unavailable

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch circa 2000s

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex, 18k Yellow Gold; 36 mm; Black Dial; Automatic Movement; circa 2000s

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch circa 2001

Unavailable

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch circa 2001

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Circa 2001.

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex White Gold Cellini Cestello Wristwatch circa 2001

Unavailable

Rolex White Gold Cellini Cestello Wristwatch circa 2001

By Rolex

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Visit MatterLA.com for more jewelry and accessories. This is a classic, masculine watch from 2001. It's in really good shape. This is a man's watch, but I know lots of women who w...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Platinum Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 118206 circa 2005

Unavailable

Dm 1.42 in

Rolex Platinum Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 118206 circa 2005

By Rolex

Located in Paris, FR

Rolex platinum Day-Date self-winding wristwatch with silvered dial, circa 2005.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Rose Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 circa 1956

Unavailable

Dm 1.42 in

Rolex Rose Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 circa 1956

By Rolex

Located in Paris, FR

Rolex 18k Rose Gold Datejust wristwatch, self-winding with date.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Rose Gold Day-Date II Wristwatch circa 2000s

Unavailable

Rolex Rose Gold Day-Date II Wristwatch circa 2000s

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 18k rose gold Day-Date II Wristwatch; 41mm; Automatic Movement; Roman Numeral Markers; Fluted Bezel.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Zephyr Wristwatch Ref 1008 circa 1968

Unavailable

Dm 1.34 in

Rolex Yellow Gold Zephyr Wristwatch Ref 1008 circa 1968

By Rolex

Located in Paris, FR

Rolex 14k yellow gold self-winding Zephyr wristwatch with 14k yellow gold bracelet. Accompanied by the original paper and COSC.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex Midsize Oyster Perpetual Ref 67514, circa 1995

Unavailable

W 1.23 in

Rolex Midsize Oyster Perpetual Ref 67514, circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex midsize Oyster Perpetual ref 67514, circa 1995 featuring a 31mm diameter Oyster case with 18K white gold fluted bezel and sapphire crystal.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Lady Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 76080, circa 1998

Unavailable

Lady Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 76080, circa 1998

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Lady Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetualref 76080 serial# A9 circa 1998.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Ref# 1601 Stainless Steel, circa 1960

Unavailable

W 1.42 in

Rolex Datejust Ref# 1601 Stainless Steel, circa 1960

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Datejust ref 1601 serial# 1.0 million circa 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Ref 16610 Tropical Tritium, circa 1990

Unavailable

W 1.58 in

Rolex Submariner Ref 16610 Tropical Tritium, circa 1990

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

A great looking circa 1990 Rolex Submariner ref# 16610 with lightly patina’d luminous tritium indexes, matching patina’d tritium hands, and matching lightly patina’d pearl.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rare Rolex James Bond Submariner circa 1966 Watch Ref. #5513

Unavailable

H 0.5 in W 1.61 in

Rare Rolex James Bond Submariner circa 1966 Watch Ref. #5513

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rare ROLEX James Bond Submariner C. 1966 Watch Ref. #5513 Rolex has consistently exceeded expectations with phenomenal products, and there is no exception for this vintage circa 196...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Rose Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 6611B circa 1950s

Unavailable

Dm 1.42 in

Rolex Rose Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 6611B circa 1950s

By Rolex

Located in Paris, FR

Rolex 18k rose gold Day-Dare wristwatch, Ref 6611B, circa 1950s, self winding movement, 18k rose gold bracelet.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 16570 circa 2003

Unavailable

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 16570 circa 2003

By Rolex

Located in Buffalo Grove, IL

Brand: Rolex Movement: Automatic Model: Explorer II Model number: 16570 Serial number: F582515 Case diameter: 40mm Case material: Stainless steel Dial: Black Crystal: Sapphi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Manual Wind Model, circa 1955

Unavailable

W 1.34 in

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Manual Wind Model, circa 1955

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Oyster reference# 6480, serial# 94,xxx circa 1955.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Lady Rolex Datejust Ref 79160 Stainless Steel, circa 2003

Unavailable

W 1.03 in

Lady Rolex Datejust Ref 79160 Stainless Steel, circa 2003

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Lady Rolex Datejust ref 179160 stainless steel 26mm diameter case with smooth domed bezel and sapphire crystal. Custom made pink diamond dial with sweep second hand and date at 3 o’...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Oyster Perpetual wristwatch Ref 1530, circa 1976

Unavailable

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Oyster Perpetual wristwatch Ref 1530, circa 1976

By Rolex

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

This timepiece has recently been serviced at Rolex and is a rare collectible timepiece.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex yellow gold stainless steel Jubilee Diamond Dial wristwatch, circa 2001

Unavailable

W 1.03 in

Rolex yellow gold stainless steel Jubilee Diamond Dial wristwatch, circa 2001

By Rolex

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

Silvered jubilee diamond dial. Pre-owned Circa 2001 Ref #79173 Serial# K7036_ _

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT Master 18k YG Black Dial Rare Vintage circa 1981 Model

Unavailable

W 1.7 in

Rolex GMT Master 18k YG Black Dial Rare Vintage circa 1981 Model

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Specifications of Watch Designer: Rolex Style: GMT Master, Ref. 16758 Year: Circa 1981 Dial: Black Dial Case: 18k Yellow Gold Closure: 18k Yellow Gold Rolex Jubilee Bracelet Crystal:...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Airking Ref 14000 Antique Rose Explorer Dial, circa 2000

Unavailable

W 1.34 in

Rolex Airking Ref 14000 Antique Rose Explorer Dial, circa 2000

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Airking ref 14000 serial #P5 circa 2000. Featuring 34mm diameter stainless steel case with smooth bezel and sapphire crystal.

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX Lady's Platinum and Diamond Bracelet Watch Circa 1960s

Unavailable

W 6.11 in Dm 0.6 in

ROLEX Lady's Platinum and Diamond Bracelet Watch Circa 1960s

By Rolex

Located in New York City, NY

Case: platinum with the entire bracelet set with diamonds, the front cover hinged and set with diamonds in a fancy design, snap on case back. Dial: Silvered with applied white gold...

Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bombe Ref 1011, circa 1960

Unavailable

W 1.34 in

Rolex 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bombe Ref 1011, circa 1960

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual so called “Bombe” model 14K gold ref # 1010 serial# 529,xxx circa 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Date with White Face on Black Strap, circa 1988

Unavailable

Rolex Date with White Face on Black Strap, circa 1988

By Rolex

Located in New Orleans, LA

This Rolex Date model has a simple design that is just as chic and modern today as it was in 1988. This watch is crafted from Rolex Oyster steel and is displayed on a genuine crocodi...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 Gray Dial, circa 1970

Unavailable

W 1.34 in

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 Gray Dial, circa 1970

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1500 serial # 2.7 million circa 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Pink Gold Day Date Wristwatch Ref 1803 Circa 1960

Unavailable

Dm 1.42 in

Rolex Pink Gold Day Date Wristwatch Ref 1803 Circa 1960

By Rolex

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Rolex Day Date Ref. 1803 First generation Swiss dial Case - Screwed case, pink-gold, acrylic glass, screw-down crown, d=36mm Movement - Caliber Rolex 1555, automatic, chronom...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Ref# 1500, circa 1970

Unavailable

W 1.34 in

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Ref# 1500, circa 1970

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date ref# 1500 serial #3.1 million circa 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust automatic Tropical Peach Wristwatch, circa 1963

Unavailable

W 1.42 in

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust automatic Tropical Peach Wristwatch, circa 1963

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust ref 1601 serial # 9.3 million circa 1963.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Stainless Steel Ref 1500, circa 1967

Unavailable

W 1.34 in

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Stainless Steel Ref 1500, circa 1967

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1500 circa 1967.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Airking Ref 14000 Blue Explorer Dial Stainless Steel, circa 1997

Unavailable

W 1.34 in

Rolex Airking Ref 14000 Blue Explorer Dial Stainless Steel, circa 1997

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Airking ref 14000 U serial# circa 1997.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Midsize Datejust Ref 6627 18 Karat Rose Gold, circa 1968

Unavailable

W 1.23 in

Rolex Midsize Datejust Ref 6627 18 Karat Rose Gold, circa 1968

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex midsize Datejust ref 6627 18K rose gold circa 1968.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex SS/14 karat YG Oyster Perpetual Ref 1005, circa 1969

Unavailable

W 1.34 in

Rolex SS/14 karat YG Oyster Perpetual Ref 1005, circa 1969

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel and 14K yellow gold Oyster Perpetual ref 1005 serial #2.2 million circa 1969.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT-Master Pepsi Bezel Ref. 1675 Mint Vintage circa 1966

Unavailable

Rolex GMT-Master Pepsi Bezel Ref. 1675 Mint Vintage circa 1966

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

ROLEX GMT-MASTER PEPSI BEZEL REF. 1675 MINT VINTAGE C. 1966 ITEM DESCRIPTION: One Rare Vintage Rolex GMT Master Pepsi Bezel R#1675 Wristwatch. It has the Serial Number 130XXXX dati...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust ref 1601 Stainless Steel and White Gold, circa 1964

Unavailable

W 1.42 in

Rolex Datejust ref 1601 Stainless Steel and White Gold, circa 1964

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Vintage man’s Rolex stainless steel Datejust ref# 1601 serial number 1.16 million, circa 1964.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex White Gold Vintage Day-Date President 1803 Wristwatch, circa 1967

Unavailable

Rolex White Gold Vintage Day-Date President 1803 Wristwatch, circa 1967

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

Brand: Rolex Metal: 18k White Gold Model: DAY-DATE President Size: 36MM Bezel: 18k Fluted Band: Custom Leather Band Buckle: Stainless Steel Rolex Buckle Dial: Diamond Yea...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Submariner Yellow Gold Blue Nipple Dial Model 1680, circa 1978

Unavailable

Rolex Submariner Yellow Gold Blue Nipple Dial Model 1680, circa 1978

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

Brand: Rolex Model: Submariner Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Size: 40mm Dial: Blue Nipple Dial "Turned Purple" Model Number: 1680 Age: 1978 Serial Number: 57268** Band: Custom L...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

ROLEX Stainless Steel Oyster Chronograph Pre-Daytona Ref 6234 circa 1960s

Unavailable

Dm 1.42 in

ROLEX Stainless Steel Oyster Chronograph Pre-Daytona Ref 6234 circa 1960s

By Rolex

Located in Southampton, NY

Rolex stainless steel Pre-Daytona, Oyster Chronograph, Anti-Magnetic, Ref. 6234, case No. 688481, Very fine and rare tonneau, water-resistant, stainless steel wristwatch with round c...

Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Self Winding Wristwatch ref 1601, circa 1963

Unavailable

W 1.42 in

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Self Winding Wristwatch ref 1601, circa 1963

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust ref 1601 serial # 8.8 million circa 1963.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 18 Karat YG Ovetone “Red” Datejust Ref 6305, circa 1954

Unavailable

W 1.42 in

Rolex 18 Karat YG Ovetone “Red” Datejust Ref 6305, circa 1954

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

An early, rare, and fine condition Rolex “Ovetone” Datejust model ref 6305 serial # 971,xxx circa 1954 with original dial with red printed “Datejust” and red print date wheel.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Yachtmaster with Platinum Dial and Bezel, SS Oyster Bracelet, circa 2005

Unavailable

Rolex Yachtmaster with Platinum Dial and Bezel, SS Oyster Bracelet, circa 2005

By Rolex

Located in New Orleans, LA

The Oyster link bracelet is crafted from stainless steel. Circa 2005 This timepiece was recently serviced and authenticated by a Rolex certified watchmaker.

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum, Stainless Steel

Lady Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Ref 178240 circa 2015 Box and Papers

Unavailable

W 1.23 in

Lady Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Ref 178240 circa 2015 Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Man/s midsize Rolex stainless steel Datejust ref# 178240 circa 2015 complete with box and papers.

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15200 Stainless Steel circa 2002 Anthracite Gray

Unavailable

W 1.34 in

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15200 Stainless Steel circa 2002 Anthracite Gray

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 15200 serial #Y5 circa 2002 with custom colored anthracite gray dial with raised arabic indexes and silver baton hands.

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex Oyster Perpetual on Oyster Bracelet, circa 2010, Box and Papers

Unavailable

Ladies Rolex Oyster Perpetual on Oyster Bracelet, circa 2010, Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in New Orleans, LA

The ladies oyster perpetual is Rolex's most classic model. This watch is sold with its original box and informational card. This timepiece was recently serviced and authenticated b...

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 6917, circa 1987

Unavailable

W 1.07 in

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 6917, circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Vintage lady’s Rolex 18K rose gold Datejust ref# 6517 serial # L3 million circa 1987.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Lady’s Rolex 18 Karat Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Ref 6619, circa 1960

Unavailable

W 0.99 in

Lady’s Rolex 18 Karat Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Ref 6619, circa 1960

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Vintage lady’s Rolex 18K Rose gold ref 6619 serial no 612xxx circa 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Calibre 1520 Wristwatch Ref 5500, circa 1977

Unavailable

W 1.34 in

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Calibre 1520 Wristwatch Ref 5500, circa 1977

By Rolex

Located in Epsom, Surrey

This Rolex has undergone a thorough inspection and service to ensure all aspects of the watch are as they should be to meet our high standards for sale. It has also been referenced a...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 16014 Date just Stainless Steel with White Gold fluted bezel. Circa 1978

Unavailable

Dm 1.42 in

Rolex 16014 Date just Stainless Steel with White Gold fluted bezel. Circa 1978

By Rolex

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Introduction: Rolex 16014 Date just Stainless Steel with White Gold fluted bezel. Officially certified chronometer self-winding movement. Stainless steel oyster case measuring 36 mm...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 Stainless Steel Watch Gray Dial, circa 1972

Unavailable

W 1.34 in

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 Stainless Steel Watch Gray Dial, circa 1972

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1500 serial # 3.1 million circa 1972.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Midsized Rolex Datejust with Black Dial and Two-Tone Jubilee Bracelet circa 1987

Unavailable

Midsized Rolex Datejust with Black Dial and Two-Tone Jubilee Bracelet circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in New Orleans, LA

This two-tone Rolex Datejust represents a middle-sized watch at 31mm. It features gold stick markers on a black face and a date window at the 6 o’clock position. This timepiece was...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel and 14 Karat Gold Oyster Perpetual Ref 6085, circa 1953

Unavailable

W 1.34 in

Rolex Stainless Steel and 14 Karat Gold Oyster Perpetual Ref 6085, circa 1953

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel and 14K yellow gold Oyster Perpetual ref 6085, serial #855,xxx circa 1953.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Ref# 1601 Stainless Steel and 14 Karat White Gold, circa 1962

Unavailable

W 1.42 in

Rolex Datejust Ref# 1601 Stainless Steel and 14 Karat White Gold, circa 1962

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Beautiful condition example early Rolex stainless steel Datejust ref# 1601 serial# 945,xxx circa 1962.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT "Root Beer" Yellow Gold Brown Nipple Dial Model 1675, circa 1972

Unavailable

Rolex GMT "Root Beer" Yellow Gold Brown Nipple Dial Model 1675, circa 1972

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

Brand: Rolex Model: GMT Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Size: 40mm Dial: Brown Nipple Dial "Root Beer" Model Number: 1675 Age: 1972 Serial Number: 35809** Band: Custom Leather & Buck...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex DateJust Ref# 16233 Stainless Steel and 18 Karat Jubilee Dial, circa 1993

Unavailable

W 1.42 in

Rolex DateJust Ref# 16233 Stainless Steel and 18 Karat Jubilee Dial, circa 1993

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Man’s Rolex Datejust ref 16233 stainless steel and 18K gold.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Datejust Gold White Dial Wristwatch, 31 mm Ref. 6827, circa 1985

Unavailable

Dm 1.23 in

Rolex Oyster Datejust Gold White Dial Wristwatch, 31 mm Ref. 6827, circa 1985

By Rolex

Located in Rome, IT

Gold Rolex Oyster Date, white dial with applied Roman numerals, centre seconds and plastic glass. Self winding automatic movement. Leather bracelet. Diameter 31 mm (not including cro...

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H 0.36 in W 1.66 in Dm 1.34 in

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Vintage Rolex Precision wristwatch dated Circa 1945. Snap back Stainless Steel case with tapered, teardrop, overlaid fancy lugs.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Rolex Circa For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact rolex circa you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Stainless Steel, Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. 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 circa among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Take a look at a rolex circa featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Finding a rolex circa for sale for men should be easy, but there are 286 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.

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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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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.

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