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Rolex 69174 Datejust Stainless Steel "Rolex" Pyramid Dial Watch
Rolex 69174 Datejust Stainless Steel "Rolex" Pyramid Dial Watch

Rolex 69174 Datejust Stainless Steel "Rolex" Pyramid Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Rolex MPN: 69174 Model: Datejust Serial: "U" serial Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 26 mm Crystal: Sapphire Crystal Bezel: 14k White Gold Fluted Bezel Dial: Whit...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel, White Gold

Rolex Ladies Datejust White Roman Numeral Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust White Roman Numeral Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust White Roman Numeral Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust White Color Roman Numeral 68274

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 69173 Two Tone White Roman Numeral Dial
Rolex Datejust 69173 Two Tone White Roman Numeral Dial

Rolex Datejust 69173 Two Tone White Roman Numeral Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Vintage Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone White Roman Numeral Dial 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust White Roman Numerals Dial 179174 Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust White Roman Numerals Dial 179174 Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust White Roman Numerals Dial 179174 Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Ladies Datejust 26mm White Roman Numerals Dial 179174 Diamond/Sapphire Bezel Steel Ladies Watch Listed images are actual pictures of the watch.

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex 176200 Datejust Stainless Steel Black Semi Arabic Dial Watch
Rolex 176200 Datejust Stainless Steel Black Semi Arabic Dial Watch

Rolex 176200 Datejust Stainless Steel Black Semi Arabic Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

SKU: W3597 Understated Luxury – Rolex 176200 Datejust 26mm with Black Semi-Arabic Dial Sleek, modern, and unmistakably Rolex—the Rolex 176200 Datejust in stainless steel brings cla...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel White Roman Numeral Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel White Roman Numeral Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel White Roman Numeral Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Ladies 26mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White Roman Numeral Dial 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Green Vignette Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Emerald 69173
Rolex Datejust Green Vignette Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Emerald 69173

Rolex Datejust Green Vignette Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Emerald 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Green Vignette Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Emerald Two Tone Watch 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Silver Roman Dial Diamond + Sapphire Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust Silver Roman Dial Diamond + Sapphire Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust Silver Roman Dial Diamond + Sapphire Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 26mm Datejust Silver Roman Dial Diamond + Sapphire Stainless Steel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone p...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Silver Dial Custom Diamond Bezel Steel Ladies Watch
Rolex Datejust Silver Dial Custom Diamond Bezel Steel Ladies Watch

Rolex Datejust Silver Dial Custom Diamond Bezel Steel Ladies Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 26mm Datejust Silver Dial Custom Diamond Bezel Steel Ladies Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone profess...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Black String Diamond Accent Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Black String Diamond Accent Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Black String Diamond Accent Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust 69160 Stainless Steel Custom Set Black String Diamond Accent Dial Deployment buckle.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust White Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust White Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust White Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 26mm Datejust White Dial Diamond & Custom Set Ruby/Diamond Bezel, Diamonds lugs Stainless Steel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable c...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady-Datejust Cream Arabic Jubilee Dial Two Tone Watch 69173
Rolex Lady-Datejust Cream Arabic Jubilee Dial Two Tone Watch 69173

Rolex Lady-Datejust Cream Arabic Jubilee Dial Two Tone Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Cream Arabic Jubilee Dial Two Tone Watch 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 69173 White Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial with Emeralds
Rolex Datejust 69173 White Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial with Emeralds

Rolex Datejust 69173 White Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial with Emeralds

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 26mm Datejust White Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial with Emeralds 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Silver Dial Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Silver Dial Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Silver Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Ladies 26mm Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Silver Dial 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Cream Pyramid Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust Cream Pyramid Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust Cream Pyramid Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex Datejust 69173 26mm Cream Pyramid Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch 69173 Arabic Champagne Dial
Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch 69173 Arabic Champagne Dial

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch 69173 Arabic Champagne Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch Arabic Champagne Dial 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Pearl White Roman Datejust Two Tone Diamonds + Ruby Bezel Watch
Rolex Pearl White Roman Datejust Two Tone Diamonds + Ruby Bezel Watch

Rolex Pearl White Roman Datejust Two Tone Diamonds + Ruby Bezel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Pearl White Roman 26mm Datejust Two Tone Diamonds + Ruby Bezel Watch 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rare Ladies Rolex Datejust 69178, 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial year 1987
Rare Ladies Rolex Datejust 69178, 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial year 1987

Rare Ladies Rolex Datejust 69178, 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial year 1987

By Rolex

Located in Canterbury, England

Our ladies Rolex Datejust reference 69178 features a 26mm 18ct yellow gold case with 18ct president bracelet, and champagne with diamond set dial.

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust White Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust White Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust White Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex White Stick Dial 26mm Datejust Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Stainless Steel Watch 69160

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Off White Arabic Dial 69174 Emerald & Diamond Bezel + Lugs
Rolex Datejust Off White Arabic Dial 69174 Emerald & Diamond Bezel + Lugs

Rolex Datejust Off White Arabic Dial 69174 Emerald & Diamond Bezel + Lugs

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 26mm Datejust Off White Arabic Dial Emerald & Diamond Bezel + Lugs Ladies Watch 69174

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch Sapphires & Diamonds 69173
Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch Sapphires & Diamonds 69173

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch Sapphires & Diamonds 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch with Sapphires & Diamonds 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch with Emeralds & Diamonds
Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch with Emeralds & Diamonds

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch with Emeralds & Diamonds

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch with Emeralds & Diamonds 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Ice Blue String Diamond Dial Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Ice Blue String Diamond Dial Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Ice Blue String Diamond Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust 69160 Stainless Steel Ice Blue String Diamond Dial Deployment buckle

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ivory Roman Datejust Stainless Steel Oyster Diamond Bezel Watch 69160
Rolex Ivory Roman Datejust Stainless Steel Oyster Diamond Bezel Watch 69160

Rolex Ivory Roman Datejust Stainless Steel Oyster Diamond Bezel Watch 69160

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 26mm Datejust 69160 Stainless Steel Oyster Bracelet & Custom Set Diamond Bezel Ivory Roman Dial

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Metallic Pink Diamond Dial 69173
Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Metallic Pink Diamond Dial 69173

Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Metallic Pink Diamond Dial 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Metallic Pink Diamond Dial Bezel + Lugs + Emerald 69173

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Pink String S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamonds Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust Pink String S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamonds Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust Pink String S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamonds Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex Pink String 26mm Datejust S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamonds on Side Bracelet + Bezel & Lugs 69174

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Pink MOP Mother of Pearl Dial
Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Pink MOP Mother of Pearl Dial

Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Pink MOP Mother of Pearl Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Pink MOP Mother Of Pearl Dial with Diamond Accent+ Bezel 69173

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Dial Bezel + Lugs
Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Dial Bezel + Lugs

Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Dial Bezel + Lugs

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Dial Bezel + Lugs We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone profess...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Mother of Pearl Dial with Diamond Accent 69173.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Salmon Roman Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Steel Ladies Watch
Rolex Datejust Salmon Roman Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Steel Ladies Watch

Rolex Datejust Salmon Roman Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Steel Ladies Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 26mm Datejust Salmon Roman Dial Custom Set Diamond & Ruby Bezel Steel Ladies Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having ...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex White Pearl Datejust SS Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Watch 69160
Rolex White Pearl Datejust SS Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Watch 69160

Rolex White Pearl Datejust SS Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Watch 69160

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex White Pearl 26mm Datejust SS Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Watch 69160 This watch is in like new condition.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Silver Color Dial with Diamond Watch 69173
Rolex Datejust Two Tone Silver Color Dial with Diamond Watch 69173

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Silver Color Dial with Diamond Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Vintage Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Silver Color Dial with Diamond Accent RT 69173 This watch is in like new condition.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Two Tone White MOP Dial with Diamond Watch 69173
Rolex Datejust Two Tone White MOP Dial with Diamond Watch 69173

Rolex Datejust Two Tone White MOP Dial with Diamond Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Vintage Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone White MOP Dial with Diamond Accent 69173 This watch is in like new condition.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Rolex Datejust With custom Diamond bezel White MOP Diamond Dial 69173
Rolex Datejust With custom Diamond bezel White MOP Diamond Dial 69173

Rolex Datejust With custom Diamond bezel White MOP Diamond Dial 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 26mm Datejust With custom Diamond bezel White MOP Mother Of Pearl Diamond Accen Deployment buckle 69173 This watch is in like new condition.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Tahitian MOP Mother of Pearl Diamond RT Dial 69174
Rolex Datejust Tahitian MOP Mother of Pearl Diamond RT Dial 69174

Rolex Datejust Tahitian MOP Mother of Pearl Diamond RT Dial 69174

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 26mm Datejust Tahitian MOP Mother of Pearl Diamond RT Dial Bezel with Sapphires and Diamond Lugs 69174 This watch is in like new condition.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173
Rolex Datejust Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173

Rolex Datejust Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173 This watch is in like new condition.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Pink Pearl Track SS Oyster Perpetual Diamond Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust Pink Pearl Track SS Oyster Perpetual Diamond Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust Pink Pearl Track SS Oyster Perpetual Diamond Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex Pink Pearl Track 26mm Datejust S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Side + Bezel & Lugs 69160.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady-Datejust Steel Watch Factory White Diamond Dial Watch 179174
Rolex Lady-Datejust Steel Watch Factory White Diamond Dial Watch 179174

Rolex Lady-Datejust Steel Watch Factory White Diamond Dial Watch 179174

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm 179174 Steel Watch custom White Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch EXCELLENT CONDITION, TIGHT BAND.

Category

2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond + Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch 69173 Cream Arabic Dial
Rolex Datejust Diamond + Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch 69173 Cream Arabic Dial

Rolex Datejust Diamond + Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch 69173 Cream Arabic Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Diamond+Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch Cream Arabic Dial 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust White Mother of Pearl Dial with Ruby & Diamond Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust White Mother of Pearl Dial with Ruby & Diamond Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust White Mother of Pearl Dial with Ruby & Diamond Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Ladies Datejust 26mm White Mother Of Pearl Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

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Rolex Datejust 26mm For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact rolex datejust 26mm you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Stainless Steel. Find an antique version now, or shop for 6 vintage or 14 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a rolex datejust 26mm may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. While most can agree that any rolex datejust 26mm from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 7 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for an uncut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut alternatives. Most of our rolex datejust 26mm for sale are for women, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Rolex Datejust 26mm?

Prices for a rolex datejust 26mm can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $3,522 and can go as high as $17,750, while this accessory, on average, fetches $7,764.

Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

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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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

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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