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Rolex Datejust 18K Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Dial Automatic Men Watch 116233
Rolex Datejust 18K Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Dial Automatic Men Watch 116233

Rolex Datejust 18K Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Dial Automatic Men Watch 116233

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. Excellent condition. No original box or papers. Comes with a chronoste box. Recently

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust II Black Index Dial Stainless Steel Men's Watch 116334
Rolex Datejust II Black Index Dial Stainless Steel Men's Watch 116334

Rolex Datejust II Black Index Dial Stainless Steel Men's Watch 116334

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Rolex Datejust II Black Index Dial Fluted 18k White Gold Bezel has Stainless steel case with a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster 6827 Datejust 18k Solid Gold 1980s Midsize 30mm Automatic RA732
Rolex Oyster 6827 Datejust 18k Solid Gold 1980s Midsize 30mm Automatic RA732

Rolex Oyster 6827 Datejust 18k Solid Gold 1980s Midsize 30mm Automatic RA732

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

midsize Rolex 18k solid gold Oyster Datejust automatic, a fine addition to your collection, make it a part

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 14k Gold Mens 1960s Diamonds Automatic RA412C
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 14k Gold Mens 1960s Diamonds Automatic RA412C

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 14k Gold Mens 1960s Diamonds Automatic RA412C

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A stunning iconic classic, Men's solid 14k gold Rolex 1601 Oyster Perpetual Datejust diamond

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Oyster perpetual Datejust Ref 1603 Mens 1960s 36mm Vintage Automatic RA684
Rolex Oyster perpetual Datejust Ref 1603 Mens 1960s 36mm Vintage Automatic RA684

Rolex Oyster perpetual Datejust Ref 1603 Mens 1960s 36mm Vintage Automatic RA684

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classic icon, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 1603 automatic, c.1967, in excellent

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 31 18K White Gold Steel Purple Diamond Dial Watch 178274
Rolex Datejust 31 18K White Gold Steel Purple Diamond Dial Watch 178274

Rolex Datejust 31 18K White Gold Steel Purple Diamond Dial Watch 178274

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with an original box and papers. 🏷️ General Information

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee 18K Gold Steel Champagne Dial Mens Watch 16233
Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee 18K Gold Steel Champagne Dial Mens Watch 16233

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

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust 18K White Gold Steel Black Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 179174
Rolex Datejust 18K White Gold Steel Black Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 179174

Rolex Datejust 18K White Gold Steel Black Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 179174

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre Owned. Original Diamond Dial. Original Box and Papers are Included. * Free Shipping within

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 18K Yellow Gold Steel Diamond MOP Dial Watch 126303
Rolex Datejust 41 18K Yellow Gold Steel Diamond MOP Dial Watch 126303

Rolex Datejust 41 18K Yellow Gold Steel Diamond MOP Dial Watch 126303

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn 2024 card. Box and papers. đź‘‘ General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 126303

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Unworn Rolex Datejust 41mm Steel Mint Green Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126300
Unworn Rolex Datejust 41mm Steel Mint Green Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126300

Unworn Rolex Datejust 41mm Steel Mint Green Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126300

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn. Comes with the original box and papers. 5-year Rolex warranty. Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 31mm Midsize Blue Roman Dial Steel Jubilee Ladies Watch 78240
Rolex Datejust 31mm Midsize Blue Roman Dial Steel Jubilee Ladies Watch 78240

Rolex Datejust 31mm Midsize Blue Roman Dial Steel Jubilee Ladies Watch 78240

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Rolex Datejust 31 Midsize Blue Roman Dial Steel Ladies Watch 78240. Officially certified

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Aubergine Roman VI IX Diamond Dial Bezel Watch 126284RBR
Rolex Datejust 36mm Aubergine Roman VI IX Diamond Dial Bezel Watch 126284RBR

Rolex Datejust 36mm Aubergine Roman VI IX Diamond Dial Bezel Watch 126284RBR

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

of delivery: Original Box, Original Papers Location: United States of America Movement: Automatic

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Yellow Gold Champagne Roman Dial Mens Watch 116233
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Yellow Gold Champagne Roman Dial Mens Watch 116233

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Yellow Gold Champagne Roman Dial Mens Watch 116233

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Champagne Roman Dial Mens Watch 116233. Officially certified

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 18K White Gold Steel Diamond Bronze Dial Automatic Watch 178344
Rolex Datejust 18K White Gold Steel Diamond Bronze Dial Automatic Watch 178344

Rolex Datejust 18K White Gold Steel Diamond Bronze Dial Automatic Watch 178344

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

. Comes with a 2024 Rolex service card. Comes with an original box but no papers. General Information

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

New 2024 Rolex Datejust 41mm Steel Jubilee White Roman Dial Watch 126334
New 2024 Rolex Datejust 41mm Steel Jubilee White Roman Dial Watch 126334

New 2024 Rolex Datejust 41mm Steel Jubilee White Roman Dial Watch 126334

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

New watch. It comes with the original box and paper. 5-year Rolex warranty. Rolex Datejust

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 41mm 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Mens Watch 126333
Rolex Datejust 41mm 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Mens Watch 126333

Rolex Datejust 41mm 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Mens Watch 126333

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. Good condition. Box and papers are included. General Information: Brand: Rolex Model

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Turn-O-Graph Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch 116264
Rolex Datejust Turn-O-Graph Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch 116264

Rolex Datejust Turn-O-Graph Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch 116264

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. No original box and papers. Comes with a chronostore box. Fully serviced. General

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust II 116333 Steel 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Champagne Dial Watch
Rolex Datejust II 116333 Steel 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Champagne Dial Watch

Rolex Datejust II 116333 Steel 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Champagne Dial Watch

$16,500

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

Rolex Datejust II 116333 Steel 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Champagne Dial Watch

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

1961 Rolex Vintage Turn-O-Graph Thunderbird Datejust 18K Gold SS Watch
1961 Rolex Vintage Turn-O-Graph Thunderbird Datejust 18K Gold SS Watch

1961 Rolex Vintage Turn-O-Graph Thunderbird Datejust 18K Gold SS Watch

By Rolex

Located in Suwanee, GA

. 1961 ROLEX Vintage Turn-O-Graph Thunderbird Datejust Mens Watch, 1625 - Stainless Steel & 18K Gold The

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Steel Custom Diamond Bezel Blue Dial Automatic Watch 126300
Rolex Datejust Steel Custom Diamond Bezel Blue Dial Automatic Watch 126300

Rolex Datejust Steel Custom Diamond Bezel Blue Dial Automatic Watch 126300

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Aftermarket Diamond Bezel and Dial weight total of 4.75 CT. The original box is included. No papers

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 18K Yellow Gold Steel Custom Olive Diamond Ladies Watch 69173
Rolex Datejust 18K Yellow Gold Steel Custom Olive Diamond Ladies Watch 69173

Rolex Datejust 18K Yellow Gold Steel Custom Olive Diamond Ladies Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

warranty. General Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust Model Number: 69173 Type: Wristwatch

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 18k Rose Gold Steel Sundust Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126331
Rolex Datejust 18k Rose Gold Steel Sundust Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126331

Rolex Datejust 18k Rose Gold Steel Sundust Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126331

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn. 2022-2023 Card. Comes with the original box and papers. Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

NEW Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee Steel Blue Motif Dial Automatic Watch 126234
NEW Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee Steel Blue Motif Dial Automatic Watch 126234

NEW Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee Steel Blue Motif Dial Automatic Watch 126234

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Brand new. 2024 card. The original box and papers are included. Brand Information: Brand: Rolex

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 278273 Olive Green Diamond Dial Jubilee Gold Steel Watch B&P
Rolex Datejust 278273 Olive Green Diamond Dial Jubilee Gold Steel Watch B&P

Rolex Datejust 278273 Olive Green Diamond Dial Jubilee Gold Steel Watch B&P

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

New. Comes with original box and papers. Rolex Lady-Datejust 31 Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Lady

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 31mm White Roman Two Tone Watch Circa 1997 Complete Oyster
Rolex Datejust 31mm White Roman Two Tone Watch Circa 1997 Complete Oyster

Rolex Datejust 31mm White Roman Two Tone Watch Circa 1997 Complete Oyster

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

in-house 1 year mechanical warranty and comes with a Rolex Box and Original Rolex Warranty Papers

Category

1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 18k Yellow Gold Steel Diamond Black Dial Mens Watch 126333
Rolex Datejust 41 18k Yellow Gold Steel Diamond Black Dial Mens Watch 126333

Rolex Datejust 41 18k Yellow Gold Steel Diamond Black Dial Mens Watch 126333

$19,999

H 1.62 in W 0.44 in D 1.62 in Dm 1.62 in L 1.62 in

Rolex Datejust 41 18k Yellow Gold Steel Diamond Black Dial Mens Watch 126333

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with original box and papers. Brand: Rolex Model

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 Jubilee Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126300
Rolex Datejust 41 Jubilee Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126300

Rolex Datejust 41 Jubilee Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126300

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn. Original box and papers. 5-year Rolex warranty. * Free Shipping within the USA * Five-year

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

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

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

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. Good condition. It was produced between 1980-1990. No original box and papers. Comes

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Silver Dial Smooth Bezel Oyster Automatic Watch 126300
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Silver Dial Smooth Bezel Oyster Automatic Watch 126300

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Silver Dial Smooth Bezel Oyster Automatic Watch 126300

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn. The original box and papers are included. Brand and Model Information: Brand: Rolex Model

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm 18K Gold Steel Champagne Diamond Dial Men Watch 126233
Rolex Datejust 36mm 18K Gold Steel Champagne Diamond Dial Men Watch 126233

Rolex Datejust 36mm 18K Gold Steel Champagne Diamond Dial Men Watch 126233

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Preowned. Comes with a box and Manuals. No papers are included. * Free Shipping within the USA

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Bezel Black Diamond Dial Watch 126334 Unworn
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Bezel Black Diamond Dial Watch 126334 Unworn

Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Bezel Black Diamond Dial Watch 126334 Unworn

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn. Original box and papers are included. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Bezel Black Diamond Dial Mens Watch 126334
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Bezel Black Diamond Dial Mens Watch 126334

Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Bezel Black Diamond Dial Mens Watch 126334

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. Original box and papers are included. Brand Information: Brand: Rolex Country/Region

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Smooth Bezel Silver Index Dial Automatic Watch 126300
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Smooth Bezel Silver Index Dial Automatic Watch 126300

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Smooth Bezel Silver Index Dial Automatic Watch 126300

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

New watch.2022-2023 card. Comes with an Original Box and Papers. Covered by a 5-year Chronostore

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Champagne Dial Two-Tone Yellow Gold Oystersteel Watch 126203
Rolex Datejust 36mm Champagne Dial Two-Tone Yellow Gold Oystersteel Watch 126203

Rolex Datejust 36mm Champagne Dial Two-Tone Yellow Gold Oystersteel Watch 126203

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

robust and comfortable. Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 36 Model: 126203 (Two-tone) Case material

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex 6700 Lady Datejust 18k Solid Gold Diamond Dial 25mm 1960s Automatic RA688B
Rolex 6700 Lady Datejust 18k Solid Gold Diamond Dial 25mm 1960s Automatic RA688B

Rolex 6700 Lady Datejust 18k Solid Gold Diamond Dial 25mm 1960s Automatic RA688B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Dazzling luxury, 18k solid gold Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual 6700 Datejust diamond dial automatic, c

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Rose Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Men's Watch 116185
Rolex Datejust 36mm Rose Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Men's Watch 116185

Rolex Datejust 36mm Rose Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Men's Watch 116185

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Rolex Datejust Rose Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Mens Watch 116185. Certified chronometer self

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Rolex Datejust 31mm Midsize Steel Rose Gold Purple Diamond Jubliee Watch 278381
Rolex Datejust 31mm Midsize Steel Rose Gold Purple Diamond Jubliee Watch 278381

Rolex Datejust 31mm Midsize Steel Rose Gold Purple Diamond Jubliee Watch 278381

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

tests they face, involve advanced high technology. Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 31 Model

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex Ref 6517 Lady Datejust 18k Gold 25mm 1950s Linen Dial Automatic RA703C
Rolex Ref 6517 Lady Datejust 18k Gold 25mm 1950s Linen Dial Automatic RA703C

Rolex Ref 6517 Lady Datejust 18k Gold 25mm 1950s Linen Dial Automatic RA703C

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Luxurious elegance, 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady Datejust automatic with linen dial

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Linen Dial Automatic RA768C
Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Linen Dial Automatic RA768C

Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Linen Dial Automatic RA768C

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A timeless icon, Rolex 1601 Oyster Datejust Linen dial automatic, c.1973, in excellent working

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 16014 Oyster Datejust 36mm 18k White Gold SS Mens 1970s Automatic RA770C
Rolex 16014 Oyster Datejust 36mm 18k White Gold SS Mens 1970s Automatic RA770C

Rolex 16014 Oyster Datejust 36mm 18k White Gold SS Mens 1970s Automatic RA770C

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless icon, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual 16014 Datejust automatic with 18k white gold bezel, c

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 Datejust 18k Gold 36mm Mens 1960s Date Automatic RA701
Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 Datejust 18k Gold 36mm Mens 1960s Date Automatic RA701

Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 Datejust 18k Gold 36mm Mens 1960s Date Automatic RA701

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare timeless treasure, 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.6605 Datejust automatic, c.1960

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Rolex Datejust Box And Papers For Sale on 1stDibs

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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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