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Rolex Datejust Steel Gold Diamond Mens Oyster Bracelet Watch 126334
Rolex Datejust Steel Gold Diamond Mens Oyster Bracelet Watch 126334

Rolex Datejust Steel Gold Diamond Mens Oyster Bracelet Watch 126334

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Rolex Datejust 41 in stainless steel with 18k white gold fluted bezel. Auto w/ sweep seconds and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Rolex DateJust President Bracelet 26mm 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Dial
Rolex DateJust President Bracelet 26mm 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Dial

Rolex DateJust President Bracelet 26mm 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Dial

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Original Rolex Box And Card. Brand: Rolex Model Name: Rolex President DateJust Ladies 18K White Gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Datejust 36 Gold & Steel 116233 Champagne Index Dial Diamond Watch
Rolex Datejust 36 Gold & Steel 116233 Champagne Index Dial Diamond Watch

Rolex Datejust 36 Gold & Steel 116233 Champagne Index Dial Diamond Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

includes a Rolex box, papers, and an appraisal certificate which states the watch's credentials Attached to

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 16000 Datejust 36mm Mens 1980s Vintage Automatic RA762B
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 16000 Datejust 36mm Mens 1980s Vintage Automatic RA762B

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 16000 Datejust 36mm Mens 1980s Vintage Automatic RA762B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Ref 16000 Datejust automatic, c.1986, in excellent running

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Chocolate Anniversary Steel Rose Gold Diamond Watch 126231
Rolex Datejust 36mm Chocolate Anniversary Steel Rose Gold Diamond Watch 126231

Rolex Datejust 36mm Chocolate Anniversary Steel Rose Gold Diamond Watch 126231

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Rolex Datejust Chocolate Anniversary Steel Rose Gold Diamond Mens Watch 126231. Officially

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 16233 Champagne Dial Fluted Bezel On Jubilee Watch Full Set
Rolex Datejust 16233 Champagne Dial Fluted Bezel On Jubilee Watch Full Set

Rolex Datejust 16233 Champagne Dial Fluted Bezel On Jubilee Watch Full Set

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Chronometer Officially Certified Includes: Original Box and Papers About Rolex Datejust Rolex introduced the

Category

Antique 1620s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Champagne Diamond Dial Steel Gold Jubilee Watch 126233
Rolex Datejust 36mm Champagne Diamond Dial Steel Gold Jubilee Watch 126233

Rolex Datejust 36mm Champagne Diamond Dial Steel Gold Jubilee Watch 126233

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

technology. Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 36 Reference number: 126233 Movement: Automatic Case

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 26mm Steel Custom Purple Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 69174
Rolex Datejust 26mm Steel Custom Purple Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 69174

Rolex Datejust 26mm Steel Custom Purple Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 69174

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

chronostore box. General Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust Model Number: 69174 Type: Wristwatch

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 18K White Gold Steel Black Diamond Dial Watch 116234
Rolex Datejust 18K White Gold Steel Black Diamond Dial Watch 116234

Rolex Datejust 18K White Gold Steel Black Diamond Dial Watch 116234

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in good condition. Comes with original box and card, Rolex service card is also included

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Mint Green Dial Diamond Unisex Watch 126284RBR
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Mint Green Dial Diamond Unisex Watch 126284RBR

Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Mint Green Dial Diamond Unisex Watch 126284RBR

$25,500

H 16.15 in W 4.73 in D 16.15 in Dm 16.15 in L 16.15 in

Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Mint Green Dial Diamond Unisex Watch 126284RBR

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn. Comes with original box and papers.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 26mm Steel Custom Turquoise Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 69174
Rolex Datejust 26mm Steel Custom Turquoise Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 69174

Rolex Datejust 26mm Steel Custom Turquoise Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 69174

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in good condition. No original box and papers. Custom aftermarket dial. 1 year seller

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM Steel Blue Concentric Dial Ladies Watch 179174
Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM Steel Blue Concentric Dial Ladies Watch 179174

Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM Steel Blue Concentric Dial Ladies Watch 179174

$9,990

H 10.24 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in Dm 3.94 in L 10.24 in

Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM Steel Blue Concentric Dial Ladies Watch 179174

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with original box and papers. 1 year chronostore warranty.

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee Stainless Steel Silver Dial Men Watch 16234
Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee Stainless Steel Silver Dial Men Watch 16234

Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee Stainless Steel Silver Dial Men Watch 16234

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned good condition. Clean dial. No original box and papers. Comes with a chronostore box

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41mm Steel Mint Green Dial Oyster Watch B&P 126300
Rolex Datejust 41mm Steel Mint Green Dial Oyster Watch B&P 126300

Rolex Datejust 41mm Steel Mint Green Dial Oyster Watch B&P 126300

$17,499

H 1.62 in W 1.62 in D 1.62 in Dm 0.48 in L 1.62 in

Rolex Datejust 41mm Steel Mint Green Dial Oyster Watch B&P 126300

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Brand new. Comes with original box and papers. Rolex Datejust 41 Ref. 126300 Green Dial Brand

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust II 116333 18K Yellow Gold Steel Roman Black Dial Watch
Rolex Datejust II 116333 18K Yellow Gold Steel Roman Black Dial Watch

Rolex Datejust II 116333 18K Yellow Gold Steel Roman Black Dial Watch

$14,850

H 16.15 in W 4.73 in D 16.15 in Dm 16.15 in L 16.15 in

Rolex Datejust II 116333 18K Yellow Gold Steel Roman Black Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Good pre-owned condition. Box and papers. Free polishing upon request. The watch is fully serviced

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 31mm Silver Diamond Dial Two-Tone Yellow Gold Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust 31mm Silver Diamond Dial Two-Tone Yellow Gold Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust 31mm Silver Diamond Dial Two-Tone Yellow Gold Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Datejust 31mm two-tone 18K yellow gold and Oystersteel, reference 278243, featuring a silver

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roulette Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116234
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roulette Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116234

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roulette Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116234

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in excellent condition. Box and papers. Recently serviced. The movement is calibrated and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 31 President 18K Rose Gold Pink Diamond Dial Watch 278275
Rolex Datejust 31 President 18K Rose Gold Pink Diamond Dial Watch 278275

Rolex Datejust 31 President 18K Rose Gold Pink Diamond Dial Watch 278275

$59,999

H 1.23 in W 1.23 in D 0.42 in Dm 1.23 in L 1.23 in

Rolex Datejust 31 President 18K Rose Gold Pink Diamond Dial Watch 278275

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

New. Partially stickers on the watch. Comes with original box and papers 2025 card. 🟡 Basic

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Dial Watch 69173
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Dial Watch 69173

Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Dial Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

with seller's box. Brand & Model Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 69173 Model Number: 69173 Type

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust 26mm Gold Steel Diamond Black Dial Ladies Watch 69173
Rolex Datejust 26mm Gold Steel Diamond Black Dial Ladies Watch 69173

Rolex Datejust 26mm Gold Steel Diamond Black Dial Ladies Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in good condition. Comes with original box and papers.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Dark Rhodium Dial Jubilee Men's Watch 126300
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Dark Rhodium Dial Jubilee Men's Watch 126300

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Dark Rhodium Dial Jubilee Men's Watch 126300

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. Great condition. 2022 card. Box and papers included. 3-year warranty. General

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Champagne Diamond Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116233
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Champagne Diamond Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116233

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Champagne Diamond Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116233

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre Owned. Excellent condition. No box and papers. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 26mm 18k Gold Steel Jubilee Silver Dial Ladies Watch 179173
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18k Gold Steel Jubilee Silver Dial Ladies Watch 179173

Rolex Datejust 26mm 18k Gold Steel Jubilee Silver Dial Ladies Watch 179173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. Good condition. Box and papers. Rolex Datejust Wristwatch (Model: 179173) General

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 26MM 18K Yellow Gold Steel Jubilee Cream Dial Watch 69173
Rolex Datejust 26MM 18K Yellow Gold Steel Jubilee Cream Dial Watch 69173

Rolex Datejust 26MM 18K Yellow Gold Steel Jubilee Cream Dial Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in good condition. Comes with original box and paper. 🕰️ Rolex Datejust 69173 – Full

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rare Vintage Rolex President Datejust 26 Champagne Stick Dial Gold Watch 69178
Rare Vintage Rolex President Datejust 26 Champagne Stick Dial Gold Watch 69178

Rare Vintage Rolex President Datejust 26 Champagne Stick Dial Gold Watch 69178

$13,899

H 1.03 in W 0.4 in D 1.03 in Dm 1.03 in L 1.03 in

Rare Vintage Rolex President Datejust 26 Champagne Stick Dial Gold Watch 69178

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

original box and papers. Comes with a gift box. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex President

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roman Dial Automatic Men's Watch 116200
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roman Dial Automatic Men's Watch 116200

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roman Dial Automatic Men's Watch 116200

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned good condition. Comes with an original box and papers.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 26mm 18k Rose Gold Steel Jubilee Diamond Dial Watch 179171
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18k Rose Gold Steel Jubilee Diamond Dial Watch 179171

Rolex Datejust 26mm 18k Rose Gold Steel Jubilee Diamond Dial Watch 179171

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in excellent condition. Box and papers. The watch is fully serviced and working perfectly

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex 126233 Datejust 36mm Two-Tone Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel Champagne Dial
Rolex 126233 Datejust 36mm Two-Tone Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel Champagne Dial

Rolex 126233 Datejust 36mm Two-Tone Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel Champagne Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This latest two-tone Datejust was retailed in 2019, is in like-new condition, and under Rolex

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41mm Chocolate Dial 18K Everose Oystersteel Men's Watch 126301
Rolex Datejust 41mm Chocolate Dial 18K Everose Oystersteel Men's Watch 126301

Rolex Datejust 41mm Chocolate Dial 18K Everose Oystersteel Men's Watch 126301

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

and comfortable. Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 41 Model Number: 126301 Movement: Automatic

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex 6827 Oyster Datejust 18k Solid Gold 30mm 1980s Midsize Automatic RA732B
Rolex 6827 Oyster Datejust 18k Solid Gold 30mm 1980s Midsize Automatic RA732B

Rolex 6827 Oyster Datejust 18k Solid Gold 30mm 1980s Midsize Automatic RA732B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

, Men's midsize 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Datejust automatic, luxurious elegance, perfect for those

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Grey Dial Gold Steel Jubilee Bracelet Men's Watch 16233
Rolex Datejust 36mm Grey Dial Gold Steel Jubilee Bracelet Men's Watch 16233

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

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Midsize 31mm Grey Floral Motif Dial Oyster Steel Watch 178240
Rolex Datejust Midsize 31mm Grey Floral Motif Dial Oyster Steel Watch 178240

Rolex Datejust Midsize 31mm Grey Floral Motif Dial Oyster Steel Watch 178240

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

This Rolex Datejust 31mm features a grey floral dial and a stainless steel Oyster bracelet. It

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady-Datejust Stainless Steel Grey Flowe Dial with Diamond Bezel Watch
Rolex Lady-Datejust Stainless Steel Grey Flowe Dial with Diamond Bezel Watch

Rolex Lady-Datejust Stainless Steel Grey Flowe Dial with Diamond Bezel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

box, Rolex warranty papers and appraisal certificate validating authenticity of the watch. Attached to

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Yellow Gold Steel Black Dial Jubilee Watch 179173
Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Yellow Gold Steel Black Dial Jubilee Watch 179173

Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Yellow Gold Steel Black Dial Jubilee Watch 179173

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Ladies Watch 179173. Certified chronometer self-winding

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Discontinued Rolex Datejust 179161 Ladies 26mm Black Dial Two Tone Rose 2020
Discontinued Rolex Datejust 179161 Ladies 26mm Black Dial Two Tone Rose 2020

Discontinued Rolex Datejust 179161 Ladies 26mm Black Dial Two Tone Rose 2020

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

original Rolex box and original Rolex papers. This watch is perfect for women who want to make a fashion

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16000 Mens 36mm 1980s Automatic All Original RA762
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16000 Mens 36mm 1980s Automatic All Original RA762

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16000 Mens 36mm 1980s Automatic All Original RA762

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classic icon, Men's all-stainless steel Rolex Oyster Datejust ref.16000 automatic, c.1986, all

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41mm Steel Yellow Gold Steel Wimbledon Dial Mens Watch 126333
Rolex Datejust 41mm Steel Yellow Gold Steel Wimbledon Dial Mens Watch 126333

Rolex Datejust 41mm Steel Yellow Gold Steel Wimbledon Dial Mens Watch 126333

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

technology. Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 41 Model number: 126333 Movement: Automatic Case material

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36 Diamond Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Watch 116233
Rolex Datejust 36 Diamond Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Watch 116233

Rolex Datejust 36 Diamond Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Watch 116233

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Excellent condition. It's a rare white diamond dial. No original box and papers.

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 41mm Blue Dial Smooth Bezel Oyster Bracelet Steel Watch 126300
Rolex Datejust 41mm Blue Dial Smooth Bezel Oyster Bracelet Steel Watch 126300

Rolex Datejust 41mm Blue Dial Smooth Bezel Oyster Bracelet Steel Watch 126300

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

comfortable. Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 41 Model number: 126300-0001 Movement: Automatic Case

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex President Datejust 69178 Ladies 26mm Ruby Diamond Dial 18K Gold Watch
Rolex President Datejust 69178 Ladies 26mm Ruby Diamond Dial 18K Gold Watch

Rolex President Datejust 69178 Ladies 26mm Ruby Diamond Dial 18K Gold Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

yellow gold president bracelet with hidden clasp. Fits 6 1/4" wrist Box & Papers: Rolex box (vintage box

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust Black Dial Steel Smooth Bezel Watch 126200 (New 2026 Stickers)
Rolex Datejust Black Dial Steel Smooth Bezel Watch 126200 (New 2026 Stickers)

Rolex Datejust Black Dial Steel Smooth Bezel Watch 126200 (New 2026 Stickers)

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

comfortable. Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 36 Reference number: 126200 (Datejust smooth bezel

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady-Datejust Stainless Steel Pink Dial with Diamond Bezel Watch 178240
Rolex Lady-Datejust Stainless Steel Pink Dial with Diamond Bezel Watch 178240

Rolex Lady-Datejust Stainless Steel Pink Dial with Diamond Bezel Watch 178240

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Datejust 31mm Stainless Steel with factory Pink dial and custom diamond bezel. It comes with a Rolex box

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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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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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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