Rolex Oyster Cushion: A Golden Era of Horological Innovation
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rolex Oyster Cushion: A Golden Era of Horological Innovation and "Extra Prima" Heritage This remarkable timepiece represents the dawn of a new era—the birth of the truly waterproof ...
9k Gold
Rolex Cellini 4082 Cushion Engine Turned Bezel Ladies Vintage Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Cellini Ref. 4082 lady’s wristwatch from 1980, featuring a cushion-shaped 18k yellow gold case with a polished and brushed finish, a graduated bezel, and an integrated textured...
18k Gold
Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini Cushion 4114 18K YG Champagne Dial Manual 30mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This Reference 4114, with its soft cushion case, is a perfect expression of that philosophy from the mid-1970s, showcasing Rolex's mastery of form beyond pure function.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Cellini White Round Cushion Dial 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Watch
By Rolex
Located in Tysons, VA
Rolex - Cellini Watch - 57 Grams - 14k Gold - 7 inches length, 1970s origin, Cushion Shape Dial The Rolex Cellini collection is truly refinement at its best.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 9 Carat Gold Cushion Shaped Watch with Original Breguet Dial from 1922
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape / Fixed Wire Lugs METAL / MATERIAL: 9Ct.
Rolex Cellini 3801 Silver Dial 26mm 18K White Gold Vintage Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Its 26mm by 23mm cushion-shaped case is paired with an integrated Florentine-finished mesh bracelet, creating a seamless silhouette characteristic of Rolex's early Cellini collection.
Gold
Rolex Silver Unicorn with Original Kiln Fired Enamel Dial circa 1920's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Unicorn STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shaped Campaign Style METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1920 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 31mm "Lug Tip to Lug ...
Silver
Tudor Watch Company by Rolex Nickel Cushion Shaped Watch circa 1940's
By Tudor
Located in Long Beach, CA
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is a classic shape called the cushion because it looks like a pillow cushion. The style is one of the earliest designs of the wrist watch.
Art-Deco 1930's Rolex ref 47085 14K Rose Gold 32mm Cushion Case Mens' Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
The timepiece truly has all attributes an antique Rolex should have: elegance, style & great provenance.
Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex Lady's Rose and White Gold Cellini Danaos Cushion Wristwatch Ref 6229
By Rolex
Located in Buffalo Grove, IL
Brand: Rolex Movement: Quartz Model: Cellini Danaos Model number: 6229 Serial number: AXXXXXX Gender: Lady's Case diameter: 35mm Case material : 18K Rose and White Gold Strap...
18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1920s Rolex 9ct Pink Gold Cushion Watch – Hand-Wound – 28mm x 22mm
By Rolex
Located in Media, PA
A rare and elegant example of early 20th-century horology, this 1920s Rolex Cushion watch is crafted from solid 9ct pink gold (rose gold).
Gold, 9k Gold
ROLEX Early Cushion Wrist watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa: 1920 Rolex 9K Yellow Gold Cushion Wrist watch, 3 piece case with Oyster, water resistand screw back, screw down crown and porcelain dial.
9k Gold
Rolex Oversized "Cushion" Shape 1940's
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel Oversized Cushion Shape with Arabic Numeral Dial. ref #4547
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Stainless Steel Oyster Army Cushion-Shaped Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Extremely cool Rolex Oyster Army in stainless steel. Cushion-shaped case, beautiful patina, rare original hands and Arabic dial.
Tudor Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Filled Cushion Shaped Manual Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tudor by Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt.
Rolex 18 Karat Gold Cellini Cushion Shaped Watch, circa 1980s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shaped Cellini METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold CIRCA: 1980's DIMENSIONS: Length 35mm X Diameter 31mm MOVEMENT / CA...
Rolex 18 Karat Gold Cellini Cushion Shaped Watch, circa 1980s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shaped Cellini METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold CIRCA: 1980's DIMENSIONS: 35mm X 31mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 19 Jewels...
Rolex Air King 5500
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Excellent value, excellent working order and original condition in a vintage Rolex signed box (replacement cushion) backed by a guarantee and insured shipping we don't think you coul...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterdate 15010 – 34mm – Full Set – 1986 – Serviced
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Rolex Oysterdate 15010 – 34mm – Full Set – 1986 – Serviced A true and honest vintage Rolex, this Rolex Oysterdate reference 15010 is presented with its original punched papers and or...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Air-Lion Men's Watch Ref 4647
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Silver dial with Roman numerals. Stainless Steel Rolex oyster bracelet. Pre-owned with Rolex box.
Rolex White Gold Cellini Series Dress Manual Wind Watch, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape / Ref. 3805 METAL / MATERIAL:18 Kt.
Rolex Cushion Shaped Oyster Rose Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Cushion Shaped Oyster Rose Gold Watch - Manual winding.
Rolex Yellow Gold enamel dial Cushion Shaped Oyster Manual Wristwatch, c 1925
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Cushion Shaped Oyster Yellow Gold Watch - Manual winding. 9K Yellow gold ( 28 x 32 mm ).
Rolex Nickel Silver Cushion Shaped Oyster with Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape / Reference 1069 METAL / MATERIAL: Nickel / Reference 1069 CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X...
Rolex 18 Karat Yellow Gold Early Oyster Cushion Shape, circa 1920s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Oyster / Screw Down Crown METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow CIRCA / YEAR: 1929 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 33mm x Width 28m...
Rolex Vintage Dress Watch 9ct Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 32mm 9ct yellow gold Cushion wristwatch by Rolex. Featuring a white enamel dial with arabic numbers, a small seconds sub-dial and a yellow gold bezel.
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 9 Carat Gold Ladies Wristwatch circa 1915 with Original Unrestored Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL: 9Ct.
Rolex 9ct. Solid Gold Made for the British Commonwealth, circa 1920's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL: 9Ct.
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H 0.99 in W 0.99 in
Art-Deco 1924 Rolex ref 2363 9K Rose Gold 25mm Hinged Cushion Case Ladies' Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This sophisticated ladies’ timepiece is a Rolex ref 2363 from Art-Deco c1920’s period, classy & elegant, it’s in beautiful condition & in excellent working order This exquisite t...
Rose Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Oyster Cushion Water Resistant Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Milano, IT
A very rare pink gold Rolex water resistant case with special original black dial and tritium hands. A famous production of the Oyster case by Rolex.
18k Gold
Rolex Lady's White Gold Cellini Cushion Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Corona Del Mar, CA
White gold Rolex lady's Cellini bracelet watch with a blue dial. The bracelet is white gold.
White Gold
Rolex Datejust 31 Diamond Platinum 279136RBR
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Ref: COM002406 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Datejust Model Ref: 279136RBR Age: 1-3-2018 Gender: Ladies Complete With: Box, Manuals, Guarantee, Original Purchase Receipt Dial: Mother O...
Diamond, Platinum
Rolex Daytona Diamond Chronograph 18 Karat Yellow Gold 116528
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Ref: W6574 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Daytona Model Ref: 116528 Age: 24th July 2015 Gender: Mens Complete With: Box, Manuals, Booklet, Guarantee Dial: Black with Diamond Markers Gla...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Silver Diamonds 18K White Gold Datejust Women's Wristwatch 31 MM
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Be humble with this wristwatch from Rolex. The watch has a round stainless steel case and an 18k white gold bezel set with diamonds. It encases a silver dial that features raised spa...
Diamond, White Gold, Silver
Vintage 14K Gold Ladies Classique Rolex Watch With Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage ladies Rolex watch with diamond accents Circa 1960's Rolex Precision 8297 Hand winding Cushion shape 17mm Six graduating round brilliant diamonds F/G VS prong set F...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Rare 1920s Rolex Oyster Officers 9 Karat Rose Gold Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New york, NY
Rolex Oyster Cushion Shaped Officers Watch in 9k Rose Gold, circa late 1920s Case dimensions: 32mm x 32mm 32mm Diameter Arabic Numeral Dial, Sub Seconds Please don't hesitate t...
9k Gold
Vintage Rolex Oyster Cushion-Shaped Watch, 1925
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1925 Vintage Rolex Very Early Oyster Imperial Chronometre Cushion Shape Nickle watch with Original Silver Dial with Evaporated Luminous Arabic Numbers. 32mm x 38mm lug to lug (1.26 i...
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Cellini Cushion Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Corona Del Mar, CA
14k Rolex lady's Cellini bracelet watch with a beautiful champagne dial accented with gilt hour markers. The bracelet is yellow gold.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex, Rose Gold, Art Deco Cushion Oyster Dated, 1930
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
This is a rare opportunity to purchase one of the first original Rolex Oysters from that period. Soft vintage rose gold, square cushion oyster case in 9 carat gold with milled bezel...
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Cushion Case Manual Wristwatch, circa 1928
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Early Rolex Oyster circa 1928 with original dial cosigned Bucherer and Rolex.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Cushion Set Diamond Dial Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Corona Del Mar, CA
Brand Name: Rolex Style Number: 31413 Style Name: Datjust Color Name (Dial): Custom Black Diamond Dial Country of Manufacture: Switzerland Gender: Unisex Strap Material: Stainl...
Sapphire, Stainless Steel
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W 1.11 in Dm 1.11 in L 1.11 in
Rare 1930s Rolex Oyster Officers 18 KT Yellow Gold Cushion Shaped Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New york, NY
The present watch is a very rare 18kt yellow gold Rolex Oyster Cushion Shaped Officers wristwatch with Sub Second dial located at the 6, circa 1930s The Case dimensions are as follo...
18k Gold
Rolex 14k Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Bezel Vintage Cocktail Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Las Vegas, NV
- Brand: Rolex - Gender:Ladies - Movement: Manual winding movement. - Case: 14k yellow gold cushion case.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1982 Ladies Rolex 6917 with Diamond Bezel 18k Yellow Gold Complete
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Complete with original box and papers. Vintage 6917 18k 1982 ladies Datejust with a diamond bezel. Crafted out of 18k yellow gold paired with a champagne dial and the iconic Presiden...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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. The dial has a pattern on it that is hard to photogra...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Kutchinsky Women's Bracelet Watch in 18 Karat Gold Diamonds
By Chopard
Located in Paris, FR
CHOPARD Woman's bracelet watch in 18 Kt yellow Gold and diamonds from the house of KUTCHINSKY. Diamonds total weight: 1.60 carats Vintage watch from the 1960s Length: 16.5 cm Width: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Piaget Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch
By Piaget
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This elegant Piaget quartz wristwatch is a refined example of the maison’s mastery of minimalist luxury and gold craftsmanship. The watch features a square yellow gold case with fin...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Cartier Mid Size Wrist Watch, 30 M.M. X 6 M.M thick 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, Cartier Inc. 17 jewel mechanical, Manual wind movement. Silver Satin Dial with raised Gol...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ladies Rolex 26mm Presidential 18K Yellow Gold Watch with White Dial and Diamond
By Rolex
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Brand: Rolex. Bezel: Diamond. Model: DateJust. Series: President. Crystal: Sapphire. Numeral: Roman. Dial Color: White. Gender: Women's. Dial: Diamond Dial. Condition: Very Good. Mod...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier, Louis Cartier, Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 24 X 18 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, quartz movement, white dial with Black Roman numerals, Sapphire crown. 1/2 in...
18k Gold
Vintage Piaget Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Lapis Lazuli Dial 18K Gold Watch
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
Two luxury houses joined in the 1970s to create this exquisite piece. This 1960s watch is Crafted in solid 18k 18K Yellow Gold, with a Diamond Bezel & authentic Lapis Lazuli Blu...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Piaget Dancer 18K yellow gold wristwatch Ref 80563K81 new
By Piaget
Located in Perugia, IT
Piaget Dancer 18K yellow gold wristwatch Ref 80563K81 new. Total weight g 67.1 Case diameter mm 23.4 Total length including the case 19 cm Jerseys bracelet n 22 Case and bracelet wit...
18k Gold
Patek Philippe 3322 Ladies Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Patek Philippe Reference 3322 Wrist Watch. 16 x 20 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case with hand Texturing, 20 Jewel Mechanical, manual wind Nickle lever movement, Patek Ph...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Omega De Ville 1365 Gold Plated Dress Watch
By Omega
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Omega Model: De Ville Reference Number: 1365 Features: Gold Plated-Golden Dial Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Gold Plated- Stainless...
Gold Plate
Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Cellini Series Ladies Watch in Original Condition 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cellini / Reference 4081 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 29mm X Diamet...
18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Royal Vintage Rose Gold and Steel Manual Wind Mid Size Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940 Rolex Reference 4302 Oyster Royal Wrist Watch, 29 M.M. 3 Piece Stainless steel case with Oyster Water Resistant back and a Rose Gold bezel, 17 jewel mechanical, manual win...
Rose Gold, Steel
Piaget Cocktail 18K Yellow Gold by Georges L'Enfant and retailed by VCA
By Piaget
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Piaget Vintage Cocktail 3867 Yellow Gold Ladies Watch, designed by Georges L'Enfant and retailed by VCA. It features a 20mm yellow gold case adorned with a factory-set diamond bezel....
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co Vintage Gold Watch 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co Vintage Watch is in working condition good condition overall gorgeous band deco casing of watch is: 14mm x 16mm 52 grams marked "18kt" on case. 6.50 inch.
Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 1960s Piaget Gold Watch with Diamonds
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds on the bezel. Signed by Piaget Circa 1960s 25mm face 6 1/2 inch band Model #9825 A6 Serial #302456
Diamond, 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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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.