Vintage 1986 Rolex Datejust 16030 Stainless Steel Grey Tapestry Dial Auto 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Key Specs Reference: 16030 Model: Datejust 36 Year: 1986 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 36mm Bezel: Engine Turned Bracelet: Jubilee Bracelet Length: 7.25 inches Dial: Grey Tapestry ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Grey Dial Gold Steel Jubilee Bracelet Men's Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust in 18k yellow gold and stainless steel with a gray Roman numeral dial on a jubilee band. 36 mm case size Ref 16233.
Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel 18k Yellow Gold Green Diamond VI IX Dial Watch 126233
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Box and papers included. 🕰 Rolex Datejust 126233 Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 126233 Model Number: 126233 Department: Men Style: Dress/Formal Country/Region of Manufacture: Switze...
Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm in steel and sunburst grey dial
By Rolex
Located in Paris, IDF
Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Reference: 1601 Dial: Sunburst grey "sigma", 18k white gold hour markers Date: Yes, at three o'cloc...
Rolex Datejust 36mm in steel and with grey Dial
By Rolex
Located in Paris, IDF
Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Reference: 1601 Dial: Silver sunburst Date: Yes, at three o'clock Movement: Rolex mechanical automatic Case: Steel, no. 392...
Unworn Rolex Datejust 36 Grey Oyster Reference# 126234, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Datejust 36 Ref. 126234-0046, often referred to as the “Wimbledon” model, exemplifies Rolex's enduring blend of innovation and timeless design.
White Gold, Sterling Silver
Rolex Datejust 36mm in steel and sunburst grey "sigma" 18k white gold dial
By Rolex
Located in Paris, IDF
Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Reference: 1601 Dial: Sunburst grey "sigma", 18k white gold hour markers Date: Yes, at three o'cloc...
Rolex Datejust 36 16014
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4926 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Datejust Model Ref: 16014 Age: Gender: Unisex Complete With: Xupes Presentation Box Dial: Grey Linen Baton Glass: Plexiglass Movement: Automati...
Rolex Datejust 36 16233
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W5149 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Datejust Model Ref: 16233 Age: 18th September 2000 Gender: Mens Complete With: Xupes Presentation Box & Guarantee Dial: Grey with Diamonds Glass...
Rolex Datejust Steel Grey Wimbledon Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126200
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn 2021 Card. Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Grey Wimbledon Dial Automatic Men's Watch 126200.
Rolex Datejust 36 Stainless Steel Unisex 1603
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4925 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Datejust Model Ref: 1603 Age: Circa 1970 Gender: Unisex Complete With: Xupes Presentation Box Dial: Grey Linen Baton Glass: Plexiglass Movement...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Jubilee Wimbledon Dial Model 126231
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 36 in Oystersteel and Rose gold features a champagne-color dial and a Jubilee bracelet.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Men's 2-Tone Watch 1601
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Stainless steel case with rose gold fluted bezel (36 mm ) . Silver dial with stick hour markers. Grey tan strap.
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel EveRose Gold Grey Dial Mens Watch 116231
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel EveRose Gold Grey Dial Mens Watch 116231.
Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Grey Green Wimbledon Dial Steel Mens Watch 126200
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Grey Green Wimbledon Dial Steel Mens Watch 126200.
Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Grey Green Wimbledon Dial Steel Mens Watch 126200 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Grey Green Wimbledon Dial Steel Mens Watch 126200 Unworn.
Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Grey Green Wimbledon Dial Steel Mens Watch 126200 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Grey Green Wimbledon Dial Steel Mens Watch 126200 Unworn.
Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Grey Green Wimbledon Dial Steel Mens Watch 126200 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Grey Green Wimbledon Dial Steel Mens Watch 126200 Unworn.
Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Grey Green Wimbledon Dial Steel Mens Watch 126200 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Grey Green Wimbledon Dial Steel Mens Watch 126200 Unworn.
Steel
Rolex Datejust 16234, Grey Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust Reference #: 16234. Mens Swiss Automatic Watch Stainless Steel Grey 36 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Rolex Datejust 116233, Grey Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust Reference #: 116233. Mens Swiss Automatic Watch Stainless Steel Grey 36 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Rolex Datejust 16234, Grey Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust Reference #: 16234. Mens Swiss Automatic Watch Stainless Steel Grey 36 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Rolex Datejust 116233, Grey Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust Reference #: 116233. Mens Swiss Automatic Watch Stainless Steel Grey 36 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Rolex Datejust 36 Rhodium Dial Steel EverRose Gold Watch 126231 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Rhodium Dial Steel EverRose Gold Watch 126231 Unworn.
Steel, Gold, Rhodium
Rolex Datejust 36 Wimbledon Dial Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch 126231
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Wimbledon Dial Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch 126231.
Steel, Rose Gold
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Grey Roman Dial Mens Watch 16234
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Grey Roman Dial Mens Watch 16234.
Steel, White Gold
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Grey Dial Vintage Mens Watch 1601
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Grey Dial Vintage Mens Watch 1601.
White Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel EveRose Gold Wimbledon Dial Mens Watch 126201 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel EveRose Gold Wimbledon Dial Mens Watch 126201 Unworn.
Steel, Gold
Rolex Datejust 36 Rhodium Dial Steel EverRose Gold Watch 126231 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Rhodium Dial Steel EverRose Gold Watch 126231 Box Card.
Steel, Gold, Rhodium
Rolex Grey Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust WristWristwatch 36 m
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
An expression of timeless beauty and an example of luxury, the Rolex Datejust is rightly one of the most coveted timepieces in the world. Crafted in 18k yellow gold & stainless steel...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Slate Grey Diamond Dial Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Slate Grey Diamond Dial Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Silver Grey Dial Vintage Mens Watch 1601
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Silver Grey Dial Vintage Mens Watch 1601.
White Gold, Silver, Steel
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Grey Tapestry Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16014
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Grey Tapestry Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16014 Box Papers.
Steel, White Gold
Rolex Datejust 36 Slate Dial Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch 126231 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Slate Dial Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch 126231 Box Card.
Steel, Rose Gold
Rolex Datejust 36 Slate Dial Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch 126231 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36 Slate Dial Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch 126231 Box Card.
Rose Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Stainless Steel 116234 Wristshot
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W6222 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: DateJust Model Ref: 116234 Age: 8th May 2014 Gender: Mens Complete With: Box & Guarantee Dial: Grey Roman Glass: Sapphire Crystal Movement: Auto...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Sigma Grey Ghost Dial Vintage Mens Watch 1601
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Sigma Grey Ghost Dial Vintage Mens Watch 1601.
Steel, White Gold
Rolex Datejust Diamond Dial Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Diamond Dial Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Slate Dial Mens Watch 16203
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Slate Dial Mens Watch 16203.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust Slate Dial Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Slate Dial Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Silver Dial Mens Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Silver Dial Mens Watch 16233.
Yellow Gold, Steel, Silver
Rolex Datejust Steel 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Mens Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Mens Watch 16233.
Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Silver Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16014
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Silver Dial Vintage Mens Watch 16014.
Steel, White Gold, Silver
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Slate Dial Mens Watch 16203 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Slate Dial Mens Watch 16203 Box Papers.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust Slate Dial Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Slate Dial Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233 Box Papers.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Slate Diamond Dial Men's Watch 16233 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Slate Diamond Dial Mens Watch 16233 Box Papers.
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Mansfield, OH
Beautiful Grey dial, 36 MM, with roman numerals. The monochromatic look/colorscheme of the grey on grey give this mens Rolex the classic romance that helps us fall in love with them ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233 Box Papers.
Steel, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Scratch resistant sapphire crystal with cyclops magnifier. Grey dial with original Rolex factory diamond hour markers.
Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Scratch resistant sapphire crystal with cyclops magnifier. Slate grey dial with original Rolex factory diamond hour markers.
Steel, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Scratch resistant sapphire crystal with Cyclops magnifier. Grey jubilee anniversary dial with original Rolex factory diamond hour markers.
Steel, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Scratch resistant sapphire crystal with Cyclops magnifier. Slate grey dial with original Rolex factory diamond hour markers.
Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 16233 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Scratch resistant sapphire crystal with Cyclops magnifier. Slate grey dial with original Rolex factory diamond hour markers.
Steel, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
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
$38,400Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex x Loree Rodkin Watch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date crafted in 18k yellow gold, customised by jewellery designer Loree Rodkin. The watch features a champagne dial with baton hour markers, day aperture...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
1981 Rolex Datejust 31 President 6827 18K Yellow Gold Watch White Roman #24681
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1981 Rolex 18K Yellow Gold President Datejust 31 Watch Model: 6827 Serial: 6703098 This elegant Rolex midsize watch is set in solid 18K gold. 31mm case with fluted bezel White ro...
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18k Yellow Gold Custom Diamond Dial Bezel Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Custom Diamond dial and bezel. Comes with the gift box. General Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust Model Number: 69173 Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Sty...
Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 36mm Automatic 18K Gold & Stainless Steel Men's Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
The Rolex 1995 Oyster Perpetual Datejust is a classic example of Rolex's timeless elegance and durability. The attractive fluted bezel and center links of the Oyster bracelet and ce...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust 79173 Blue Dial Jubilee Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Datejust 79173 is an elegant ladies' watch featuring a 26mm stainless steel case with an 18K yellow gold fluted bezel. Its blue dial boasts gold hands, index hour markers, and ...
Steel
Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17
By Cartier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch embodies timeless sophistication. Its sleek stainless steel case exudes a modern charm, while the iconic dial showcases a blend of l...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 New Style Watch Diamond Bezel Pink Dial Jubilee Band 116234
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Rolex Series: Datejust Model: 116234 Case Diameter: 36 mm Bracelet: Jubilee band; stainless steel Bezel: Custom Diamond Set Dial: Aftermarket Carat Weight: 1.62 carats in tota...
Stainless Steel
2015, Lady's DateJust Rolex Watch #179173
By Rolex
Located in Troy, MI
Estate Rolex lady's Datejust style# 179173 in stainless steel & 18 karat yellow gold with champagne dial, diamond markers, fluted bezel & Jubilee bracelet. Excellent condition. All ...
Diamond
Rolex Datejust Two Tone Diamond Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Mens Rolex- Datejust Date: 1978 34 mm Preowned Diamond Dial Reference: 1500 18kt yellow gold and stainless steel
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Men's Watch 1803 Yellow Gold 18k Auto 1Yr Wnty
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Model: Day-Date President Model Number: 1803 Movement: Automatic Warranty: One Year Date: 1964 Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Aftermarket Champagne Diamond Metal Con...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$15,523
H 1.42 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.42 in
NEW Rolex Datejust 36mm 126200 Steel Mint Green Dial Automatic Watch B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with an original box and papers.
Steel
$88,000
H 1.42 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Day-Date 36mm 18K Rose Gold Green Aventurine Diamond Dial Watch 128235
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Comes with original box and papers. Comes with a Rolex warranty.
Rose Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Two-Tone Stainless Automatic Men's Watch Ref 1505
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch featuring a two-tone stainless steel and gold design with a fluted gold bezel, gold crown, and two-tone Oyster bracelet. The watch has a silver...
Gold, Stainless Steel
$26,950
H 1.11 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.11 in
NEW Rolex Lady Datejust 28 18K Yellow Gold Steel MOP Diamond Dial Watch 279173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with Box and papers. 5-year Rolex warranty. 💎 Rolex Lady-Datejust 279173 Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Model Number: 279173 Department: Women Style: Luxury Country/Regio...
Steel
While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.
Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.
But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.
But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.
Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.
The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.
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Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
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A fresh palette of dial colors and technological advances have elevated this classic watch model.
The watch has transformed several times over, but it’s still undeniably a classic.
This is perhaps the least subtle version of the Submariner.
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This model was designed for lefties.
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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.