Vintage 1985 Rolex Lady Datejust 69173 Two-Tone Blue Vignette Diamond Auto 26mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Beyond The Standard Datejust The two-tone Lady Datejust is a foundational piece in any collection. It is classic, versatile, and instantly recognizable. This example, however, is el...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Mini Datejust 69178 26mm Champagne Stick Dial 18k YG 8.1m Serial 1985
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 2194 Brand Rolex Model Mini Datejust Reference 69178 Year 1995 Dial Champagne Stick Dial Case 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 26mm Length 15.5cm Movement Automa...
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 ...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
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...
Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 1985 Rolex Datejust President with Original Wood Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1985 Rolex Datejust 26mm President with Original Wood Dial with Original Box.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 18K.t & Steel Datejust with Original Factory Diamond Dial from 1985
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 16013 METAL / MATERIAL: Two Tone 18Kt.
1985 Rolex Datejust 36MM 16013 Champagne Jubilee 18K Yellow Gold & Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Might show minor signs of wear. Datejust 36 Watch Properties Family: Datejust 36 Model: Datejust 36 Ref.
Steel, Stainless Steel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies Two-Tone in 18K and Stainless Steel with Datejust, C. 1985
By Rolex
Located in Aspen, CO
Circa 1985.
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16030, Blue Matt Denim Dial, 36mm Case, With Swing Tag, Year 1985
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Rolex Datejust, with stainless steel 36mm case, engine turned steel bezel and jubilee stainless steel bracelet , features a very attractive and rare denim blue matte dial...
1985 Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Watch 69173 Champagne Dial #25579
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1985 Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Watch 69173 Champagne Dial Model: 69173 Serial: 8740518 This classic Ladies Rolex Datejust watch is set in 18K yellow gold and stainless steel.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 1.20 Carat Custom Diamond Red Dial Men's 1985 Watch 16014
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Details: Model Number 16014 Brand Rolex Department Men Style Dress/Formal, Luxury Model Rolex Datejust 16014 Band Color Steel Dial Color Red Case Color Steel Display Analog Year Manu...
1980s Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone with Jubilee Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Hicksville, NY
Vintage Ladies Rolex Datejust from 1985 Two Tone with Jubilee Bracelet Champagne Stick Dial Sapphire Crystal Fits up to 7 inches 26mm Case Normal Slouch on Bracelet Referen...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex President Datejust Ladies Watch, 18 Karat Gold Automatic 2 Year Wnty 69278
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Datejust Model Number: 69278 Year: 1985 Material: 18k Yellow Gold Movement: Automatic Case: 25.4mm wide (not including the crown) Band width: 11.3mm Lug Width: 13.0mm ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1985 Rolex Lady-Datejust Wristwatch in 18k Yellow Gold Ref: 69068
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This 1985 Rolex Datejust is a luxurious ladies’ timepiece crafted from 18k yellow gold with a 26mm case, a classic champagne dial, and a President bracelet.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Rolex 18Kt & Steel Datejust Quick Setting Calendar and an Original Dial 1985
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 16000 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt & Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1985 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diamet...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Two-Tone in 18K and Stainless Steel with Datejust, c. 1985
By Rolex
Located in Aspen, CO
Circa 1985.
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16030 Blue Arabic Dial Stainless Steel 36mm
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16030 Serial: 8804*** Year: 1985 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial:...
Rolex Datejust 16014 36mm Silver Dial 18k Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee Band Box
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16014 Serial: 881**** Year: 1985 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Jubilee Bezel: 18k White Gold Fluted ...
18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16013
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a Rolex Datejust reference 16013 from 1985 with an original black gilt dial, gold fluted bezel, on a Rolex Stainless Steel and Gold jubilee bracelet.
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
ROLEX Steel and White Gold Datejust circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 16014, 36mm diameter case with 18k white gold fluted bezel.
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16018 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 16018, serial number 9.0 million, circa 1985. 36mm full size man’s model with fluted bezel and sapphire crystal.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust with Blue Dial, Diamond Markers, and Jubilee Bracelet, circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
This two-tone Rolex Datejust is a classic 36mm size on a two-tone Jubilee bracelet. It features a rich blue dial and diamond markers as well as a date window at the 6 o’clock positio...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch with Gold Bezel Ref 16014 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 16014, 36mm diameter case with 18k white gold fluted bezel.
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Sold
W 1.42 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 1603 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel and 14k yellow gold Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 1603, serial number 8.9 million, circa 1985. 36mm case with fluted bezel and sapphire crystal.
14k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch with Wood Dial ref 16018 circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K yellow gold Datejust, ref #16018, serial #9.8 million circa 1985. 36mm diameter case with smooth bezel, sapphire crystal and quick set calibre 3135 movement, with genuine b...
18k Gold
18kt/Stainless Rolex Datejust with Red Diamond Dial, Bezel, and Lugs circa 1985
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
This 18 karat yellow gold and stainless steel Rolex is 36mm is on a Jubilee style link bracelet and features diamond accents on the dial, bezel, and lugs. Circa 1985 This timepiece ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
$10,900Sale Price|20% Off
Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Datejust Custom Blue Diamond Dial and Diamond Bezel Two Tone
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Datejust REFRENCE: 16233 SIZE: 36mm CASE: 18k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel DIAL: Custom Blue with Diamonds BEZEL: Custom Yellow Gold with Diamonds BAND: Jubile...
Diamond, White Diamond, Mixed Metal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainl...
$9,350
H 1.03 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Gold Steel Navy Dial Ladies Custom Diamond Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. Custom dial and bezel. No original box and papers. High-quality natural diamond dial and bezel. General Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust Mo...
Steel
$9,350
H 1.03 in W 0.4 in Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Gold Steel Custom Dial Blue Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. Custom diamond dial and bezel General Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust Model Number: 69173 Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Style: Casual...
Steel
2002 Rolex Ladies DateJust Two Tone Blue Diamond Dial Watch 79173 #23237
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2002 Rolex Ladies Datejust Watch Model: 79173 Serial: Y611504 This classic Rolex ladies watch is set in stainless steel with 18K gold bezel and gold accents on oyster band 26mm ca...
Stainless Steel
$7,495 / set
Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Datejust 16233 36mm Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16233 Serial: L88**** Year: 1989 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Jubilee Bezel: 18...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16233 Champagne Dial Watch in 18K Yellow Gold & Steel, 1990s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16233 automatic two tone with a champagne sunburst dial from the early 90s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements include a...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
$9,100
W 1.03 in L 1.03 in
Vintage 1987 Rolex Datejust Lady 69173 Two ToneAutomatic Champagne Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This Is The Classic Ladies Datejust Look This Ref. 69173 is the configuration most people picture when they think of a vintage Lady-Datejust. Champagne dial, diamond hour markers, f...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
$9,350
H 1.42 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee 18K Gold Steel Champagne Dial Mens Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-Owned. Good condition. No original box and papers. Comes with a chronostore box. General Information: Brand: Rolex Model Name: Datejust 16233 Model Number: 16233 Style: Luxury T...
18k Gold, Steel
Vintage 1981 Rolex Datejust 16013 Two Tone Champagne Tapestry Dial Auto 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Foundational Two-Tone Rolex The Datejust is the watch that defined the modern Rolex catalog. First released in 1945, it established a visual language with its fluted bezel and J...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex President Blue Vignette Diamond Dial & Bezel Ladies Watch Ref 69138
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Ladies Rolex 28 mm ref 69138 Ant condition 18k yellow gold case Rare Rolex Blue Dial with Factory set Diamond bezel with diamond dial with luminous hands. Date display at 3 o'c...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Ladies 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Tahitian MOP Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel + Lugs + Sapphire 69173. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, servi...
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch w Sapphires/Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$7,019 / item
Dm 1.03 in
Ladies Rolex Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Tahitian MOP Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Tahitian MOP Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial 69173 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has...
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Grey Roman Dial Diamond/Sapphire Bezel Two Tone Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel
$10,697 / item
Dm 1.23 in
Rolex Datejust 68273 Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Tahitian MOP Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial 68273 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and ha...
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1983 Rolex Datejust 16013 Two-Tone Blue Sunburst Dial Auto 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Foundational Rolex, Reimagined The Datejust is the bedrock of the Rolex catalog. For over seventy-five years, the combination of a fluted bezel and a Jubilee bracelet has define...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1989 Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173 18K Gold Steel Custom Diamond Watch
By Rolex
Located in Addison, TX
Item Specifications Brand: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Lady-Datejust Reference Number: 69173 Year: Circa 1989 Country of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Rolex Caliber 2135 self...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
CHRISTIAN DIOR burgundy CROCODILE LADY DIOR MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior Medium Lady Dior bag is crafted in glossy burgundy crocodile leather with a luxurious sheen. The structured silhouette is accented with two hard to...
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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