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Vintage 1987 Rolex Datejust Lady 69173 Two ToneAutomatic Champagne Diamond Dial
Vintage 1987 Rolex Datejust Lady 69173 Two ToneAutomatic Champagne Diamond Dial

Vintage 1987 Rolex Datejust Lady 69173 Two ToneAutomatic Champagne Diamond Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

when they think of a vintage Lady-Datejust. Champagne dial, diamond hour markers, fluted bezel, and a

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Custom Diamond Bezel and Lugs 69174
Rolex Datejust Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Custom Diamond Bezel and Lugs 69174

Rolex Datejust Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Custom Diamond Bezel and Lugs 69174

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 26mm Datejust Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Custom Diamond Bezel and Lugs Jubilee Band 69174

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust SS Unisex Watch with Pave Diamond Dial and Diamond Bezel
Rolex Datejust SS Unisex Watch with Pave Diamond Dial and Diamond Bezel

Rolex Datejust SS Unisex Watch with Pave Diamond Dial and Diamond Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Stainless Steel Unisex Watch with Pave Diamond Dial and Diamond Bezel 16014

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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

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

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Diamond Lugs/Bezel Diamond and Ruby Watch
Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Diamond Lugs/Bezel Diamond and Ruby Watch

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Diamond Lugs/Bezel Diamond and Ruby Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust White Roman Dial Diamond Lugs/Bezel Diamond and Ruby Watch We take great pride

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Black Roman Dial Diamond Bezel Steel Jubilee Watch
Rolex Datejust Black Roman Dial Diamond Bezel Steel Jubilee Watch

Rolex Datejust Black Roman Dial Diamond Bezel Steel Jubilee Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Black Dial with Sapphires/Diamonds Steel Ladies Watch
Rolex Datejust Black Dial with Sapphires/Diamonds Steel Ladies Watch

Rolex Datejust Black Dial with Sapphires/Diamonds Steel Ladies Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel / Lugs Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel / Lugs Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel / Lugs Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Silver Dial Diamond/Sapphire Bezel Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Silver Dial Diamond/Sapphire Bezel Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Silver Dial Diamond/Sapphire Bezel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex 16030 Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Dial Watch
Rolex 16030 Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Dial Watch

Rolex 16030 Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Rolex 16030 Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Aftermarket Diamond Bezel and Blue Dial Watch This

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm White MOP Dial Diamond Numbers with Ruby & Diamond Bezel
Rolex Datejust 36mm White MOP Dial Diamond Numbers with Ruby & Diamond Bezel

Rolex Datejust 36mm White MOP Dial Diamond Numbers with Ruby & Diamond Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm White Mother of Pearl Dial Diamond Numbers with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Jubilee

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP String Diamond Dial
Rolex Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP String Diamond Dial

Rolex Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP String Diamond Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Mother of Pearl String Diamond

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 68273 Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial
Rolex Datejust 68273 Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial

Rolex Datejust 68273 Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Tahitian MOP Mother of Pearl Diamond

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 31mm Datejust Custom Blue Flower Diamond Dial+ Rubies & Diamond on Bezel
Rolex 31mm Datejust Custom Blue Flower Diamond Dial+ Rubies & Diamond on Bezel

Rolex 31mm Datejust Custom Blue Flower Diamond Dial+ Rubies & Diamond on Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust with custom Blue Flower Diamond Dial+ Rubies on a Bezel+Diamond Lugs 68274

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Diamond Bezel White MOP Dial Diamond 6 & 9
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Diamond Bezel White MOP Dial Diamond 6 & 9

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Diamond Bezel White MOP Dial Diamond 6 & 9

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust 16013 Diamond Bezel White Mother Of Pearl Dial with Diamond 6

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 68273 Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Black MOP Diamond Dial
Rolex Datejust 68273 Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Black MOP Diamond Dial

Rolex Datejust 68273 Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Black MOP Diamond Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Black MOP Mother Of Pearl with 8 + 2

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Diamond Lugs Diamond/Emerald Bezel Two Tone
Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Diamond Lugs Diamond/Emerald Bezel Two Tone

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Diamond Lugs Diamond/Emerald Bezel Two Tone

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust White Roman Dial Diamond Lugs Diamond/Emerald Bezel Two Tone We take great

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Diamond Dial 68273
Rolex Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Diamond Dial 68273

Rolex Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Diamond Dial 68273

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 31mm Custom White Mother of Pearl 8+2 RT Dial/ Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch Jubilee

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

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

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

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Lady-Datejust 31mm Stainless Steel Grey Flowe Dial with Diamond Bezel 178240 Genuine Rolex

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady Datejust Stainless Steel Factory Diamond Dial Watch 179174
Rolex Lady Datejust Stainless Steel Factory Diamond Dial Watch 179174

Rolex Lady Datejust Stainless Steel Factory Diamond Dial Watch 179174

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Lady Datejust Stainless Steel Factory Diamond Dial Watch 179174 - Automatic winding; 31 jewel

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

1991 Rolex Datejust 16233 Two-Tone Champagne Diamond Dial Automatic 36mm
1991 Rolex Datejust 16233 Two-Tone Champagne Diamond Dial Automatic 36mm

1991 Rolex Datejust 16233 Two-Tone Champagne Diamond Dial Automatic 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

A Time Capsule Two Tone The 16233 is the reference that defined the modern Datejust. By

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two-Tone MOP Pink Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Watch 16013
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two-Tone MOP Pink Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Watch 16013

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two-Tone MOP Pink Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Watch 16013

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

A timeless classic with elevated brilliance, this Rolex Datejust 16013 from 1989 blends iconic

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Rolex Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond/Emerald Bezel Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond/Emerald Bezel Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond/Emerald Bezel Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Emerald/Diamond Bezel Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Emerald/Diamond Bezel Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Emerald/Diamond Bezel Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Champagne Dial Datejust Diamond / Emerald Bezel Two Tone Watch
Rolex Champagne Dial Datejust Diamond / Emerald Bezel Two Tone Watch

Rolex Champagne Dial Datejust Diamond / Emerald Bezel Two Tone Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 18k datejust 28mm diamond bezel blue diamond dial presidential bracelet
Rolex 18k datejust 28mm diamond bezel blue diamond dial presidential bracelet

Rolex 18k datejust 28mm diamond bezel blue diamond dial presidential bracelet

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Rolex Datejust 279138 RBR ladies' watch. It features a 28mm 18K yellow gold case and an 18K yellow

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

2024 Rolex Datejust 126234 Purple Aubergine Diamond 36mm Stainless Steel Jubilee
2024 Rolex Datejust 126234 Purple Aubergine Diamond 36mm Stainless Steel Jubilee

2024 Rolex Datejust 126234 Purple Aubergine Diamond 36mm Stainless Steel Jubilee

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Make a bold yet elegant statement with this 2024 Rolex Datejust 36mm (Ref. 126234)—a perfect blend

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 28 Dark Grey Diamond Stainless Steel Jubilee 279160 Unworn
Rolex Datejust 28 Dark Grey Diamond Stainless Steel Jubilee 279160 Unworn

Rolex Datejust 28 Dark Grey Diamond Stainless Steel Jubilee 279160 Unworn

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

diamonds. This Rolex Datejust 28 is new and comes with the original box and manufacturer warranty, valid

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust II 41mm Stainless Steel Blue Roman Diamond Dial Watch
Rolex Datejust II 41mm Stainless Steel Blue Roman Diamond Dial Watch

Rolex Datejust II 41mm Stainless Steel Blue Roman Diamond Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Mens Datejust II 41mm Stainless Steel Blue Roman Diamond Dial Fully Iced Out Watch 116300

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Mens Datejust II 116300 Stainless Steel Green Vignette Roman Diamond
Rolex Mens Datejust II 116300 Stainless Steel Green Vignette Roman Diamond

Rolex Mens Datejust II 116300 Stainless Steel Green Vignette Roman Diamond

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Mens Datejust II 41mm Stainless Steel Green Vignette Roman Diamond Dial Fully Iced Out Watch

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 116244 Rhodium Wave Dial Diamond Bezel Stainless Box Booklet
Rolex Datejust 116244 Rhodium Wave Dial Diamond Bezel Stainless Box Booklet

Rolex Datejust 116244 Rhodium Wave Dial Diamond Bezel Stainless Box Booklet

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 116244 Serial: 88J7X*** Year: 2010-Now Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 68274 SS Oyster Bracelet & Diamond Bezel Black Stick Dial
Rolex Datejust 68274 SS Oyster Bracelet & Diamond Bezel Black Stick Dial

Rolex Datejust 68274 SS Oyster Bracelet & Diamond Bezel Black Stick Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust SS Oyster Bracelet & Diamond Bezel Black Stick Dial 68274

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 68274 Diamond Bezel Black Color Dial Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust 68274 Diamond Bezel Black Color Dial Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust 68274 Diamond Bezel Black Color Dial Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust Diamond Bezel Black Color Dial Stainless Steel Watch 68274

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex 36mm Datejust Oyster  SS White Dial\ Diamond Bezel & Shoulders 16030
Rolex 36mm Datejust Oyster  SS White Dial\ Diamond Bezel & Shoulders 16030

Rolex 36mm Datejust Oyster SS White Dial\ Diamond Bezel & Shoulders 16030

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust SS White Dial\ Diamond Bezel & Shoulders\ Oyster Bracelet 16030

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Custom Set Diamond Bezel Pink MOP Dial
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Custom Set Diamond Bezel Pink MOP Dial

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Custom Set Diamond Bezel Pink MOP Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Oyster Perpetual Datejust Custom Set Diamond Bezel Pink Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Black Dial Baguette 6&9 Diamond Bezel & Lugs 'Shoulders'
Rolex Datejust Black Dial Baguette 6&9 Diamond Bezel & Lugs 'Shoulders'

Rolex Datejust Black Dial Baguette 6&9 Diamond Bezel & Lugs 'Shoulders'

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Black Dial Baguette 6&9 Diamond Bezel & Lugs (Shoulders) 16014

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Silver Floral Dial Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Jubilee
Rolex Datejust 36mm Silver Floral Dial Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Jubilee

Rolex Datejust 36mm Silver Floral Dial Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Jubilee

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm Silver Floral Dial Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Jubilee Bracelet 16014

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust SS Natural Diamonds Bezel & Lugs White Roman Dial Watch
Rolex Datejust SS Natural Diamonds Bezel & Lugs White Roman Dial Watch

Rolex Datejust SS Natural Diamonds Bezel & Lugs White Roman Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex White Roman Dial 36mm Datejust Stainless Steel Natural Diamonds Bezel & Lugs 16030

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Silver Datejust Steel SS Diamonds Bezel & Shoulders Oyster Watch 16014
Rolex Silver Datejust Steel SS Diamonds Bezel & Shoulders Oyster Watch 16014

Rolex Silver Datejust Steel SS Diamonds Bezel & Shoulders Oyster Watch 16014

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Silver 36mm Datejust Steel SS Diamonds Bezel & Shoulders Oyster Bracelet Watch 16014

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Black Roman Dial Diamond Bezel Ss Jubilee Bracelet 16014
Rolex Datejust Black Roman Dial Diamond Bezel Ss Jubilee Bracelet 16014

Rolex Datejust Black Roman Dial Diamond Bezel Ss Jubilee Bracelet 16014

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm Black Roman Dial Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Jubilee Bracelet 16014

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel Ladies Watch 68274

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 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

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Rolex Datejust Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact rolex datejust diamond you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Stainless Steel and 18k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 956 vintage editions and 477 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a rolex datejust diamond from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 1.5 Carat and 2 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A rolex datejust diamond of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 611, is particularly popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and baguette cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a rolex datejust diamond, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Rolex Datejust Diamond?

On average, a rolex datejust diamond at 1stDibs sells for $8,195, while they’re typically $2,495 on the low end and $80,681 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

Find vintage Rolex watches, bracelets and more on 1stDibs.

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.

Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.