Rolex Datejust Rare Lapis Pyramid Dial Diamond Set 69138
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 26mm yellow gold Datejust by Rolex. Features an exceptionally rare lapis pyramid dial with diamond set hour markers, complemented by the bezel, set with 40 round brilliant cut diam...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Lapis Dial Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref. 6917
By Rolex
Located in Bologna, IT
Rolex Rolex Datejust Ref. 6917 18K Yellow Gold Case Lapis Dial (perfect) Original 18K Yellow Gold jubilee Bracelet by Rolex Automatic Winding Diameter: 26mm Year: 1982 Acc...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Rolex Ladies Datejust 6517 Lapis Lazuli Diamond Jubilee Roman
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
(Please Read Description ) Brand - Rolex Gender - ladies Model - 6517 datejust Condition - pre owned Metals - Stainless steel / Yellow gold Case size - 26 mm Bezel - Steel 1CT diamon...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Lapis Lazuli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gents 16018
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
OUR OPINION Probably the most important progressive watch ever created by Rolex was the Datejust, which gave birth to so many subsequent models due to its introduction of the date fu...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust Gold Lapis Lazuli Pyramid Dial 69138 Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ladies Wristwatch, rare lapis lazuli pyramid dial with 10 applied rubover set diamonds, date at 3 0'clock, a fixed 18k yellow gold bezel ...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Rolex Pearlmaster Datejust Women's Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Dial Diamond Set
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual 29mm Pearlmaster Datejust Women's Wristwatch, rare lapis lazuli dial, date at 3 0'clock, a fixed 18k yellow gold bezel set with approximately 12 r...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust Gold Rare Diamond Lapis Lazuli Pyramid Dial 69138 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 26mm 1990 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ladies Wristwatch, rare lapis lazuli pyramid dial with 10 applied rubover set diamonds, date at 3 0'clock, a fixed 18k yellow g...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
ROLEX Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch with Lapis Lazuli Dial
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Circa 1970s 18k yellow gold Ref. 1601 Datejust in the classic 36mm size, with a beautiful natural lapis lazuli dial.
Rolex Datejust 1601 Blue Lapis Lazuli Dial 18k Yellow Gold Leather Strap
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1601 Serial: 6061*** Year: 1978 Model: Datejust Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: Navy Blue Leather Strap with Custom Clasp Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dia...
Yellow Gold
Ladies 18 Karat DateJust "President" with Original Lapis Dial 1995
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Date Just "President" with original 26mm Lapis Dial Ref #69178 with a serial #W68**** Immaculate and Original Lapis Dial. 26mm c.1995
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Lady’s Rolex Datejust with Bark Finish and Lapis Lazuli Dial
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A special find for the lover of all things rare and fine, this lady Datejust ref. #69278 boasts an original Rolex factory “bark” finish on its bezel and President bracelet (#9235F). ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Stone Dial Oyster Perpetual Datejust Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Rare Factory Lapis Lazuli Stone Dial with is Pristine and Mint 18K Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel 36mm in size Sapphire Crys...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Sold
H 0.42 in Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Lapis Datejust Wristwatch Ref 69198
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful step away from the every day Rolex ladies Datejust, this reference 69198 features a gorgeous lapis dial and a diamond and sapphire bezel.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold President Lapis Dial Datejust Watch, Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Datejust Watch Rare Factory Lapis Lazuli Dial with Applied Rolex Logo Yellow Gold Gold Fluted Bezel 18K Yellow Gold Case 26mm in size Features Rolex Au...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
ROLEX Lady's Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch with Lapis Dial
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Lady's Rolex 18k yellow gold Datejust, Ref. 69178, serial 8.9 million, circa 1985/1986. 27mm diameter case with smooth bezel, sapphire crystal and scarce factory lapis lazuli dial wi...
18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch with Lapis Dial circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Datejust wristwatch with rare factory lapis lazuli dial, circa 1978.
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Lady Datejust Lapis Lazuli Dial Wristwatch Ref 6517
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K YG Lady Datejust ref 6517 serial # 6.4 million circa 1980. 27mm diameter case with fluted bezel, acrylic crystal and beautiful factory lapis lazuli dial with gold applied c...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Rolex Ladies Datejust 6516 Lapis Diamond 26mm
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
Please Read Description Brand - Rolex Gender - ladies Model - 6516 datejust Condition - pre owned Metals - Stainless steel Case size - 26 mm Bezel - Steel 1CT diamond Crystal - sap...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 26 69178 Ladies Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Watch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Xupes Reference: COM002646 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Datejust Model Variant: 26 Model Number: 69178 Age: 1982 Gender: Ladies Complete With: Rolex Box Dial: Blue Lapis Lazuli Glass:...
Yellow Gold
$225Sale Price|50% Off
H 1.38 in W 5.52 in
Vintage Chanel CC Interlocking Black Large Side Logo Grey Lens Sunglasses
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Vintage Chanel Millennium Black Rhinestone CC Logo Sunglasses Step into timeless elegance with these Vintage Chanel Millennium Sunglasses, a rare collector’s piece from the early 20...
Hermès Constance Mini 18 Bleu Roy Ostrich Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Constance Mini 18 in bleu roy and ostrich leather with gold hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set with the original receipt. Stamp Y (2020)
Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful pink silk dress from Versace. It is is a simple sleeveless sheath from the front. The back is exposed from the shoulders to low back with the exception of draping framin...
Ocimar Versolato haute couture light grey wool evening pant suit, fw 1998
By Ocimar Versolato
Located in London, GB
Presenting a rare and exceptional piece from Ocimar Versolato's Autumn-Winter 1998 haute couture collection, the evening wool pant suit, a true embodiment of the designer's visionary...
CHRISTIAN DIOR taupe FOX FUR Winter Coat Sz. F38 / M
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
Christian Dior coat in off-white, brown, and taupe fox fur with wide collar. Two side pockets. Opens with two hooks on the front. Lined in black silk. Has been worn and is in excelle...
$29,920
H 4.5 in W 13.25 in D 7.5 in
Chanel Black Vanity Case Limited Edition Rare Home Decor Cosmetic Jewelry Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...
$261,246
H 9.06 in W 11.82 in D 6.3 in
Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya Crocodile Niloticus Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya in crocodile niloticus leather with palladium hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set including the receipt and Cites. Stamp Y (2020)
Alexander McQueen Gown The Cosmic Rain Dress Embroidery Corset
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Breathtaking Alexander Mcqueen Corset Gown. Cosmic rain, comet and astral crystal embroideries are hand-sewn to this stunnig evening gown. Powder blue Paris net bustier dress featuri...
$743Sale Price|20% Off
Christian Dior Vintage Dior Dolls Neons Pants US Size 8
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage DIOR DOLLS neons pants in vibrant colors featuring woment profiles and flowers Two back pockets. Faux pockets at front. Button closures. Silver toned buttons...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2006 lilac black lace one shoulder bias gown dress IT40 S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2006 lilac black lace one shoulder bias gown dress IT40 S Reference: TGAS/D01019 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Lee Alexander McQueen Collection: 2006 Material:...
Gianni Versace F/W 2001 Blue Marmot Fur Jacket Coat
By Gianni Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Gianni Versace F/W 2001 Blue Marmot Fur Jacket Coat Seen on Look 8 on the Runway in the beige color and on Kim Kardashian in the cropped version. Size IT 42 Condition: great vint...
Christian Dior Vintage F/W 2010 Yellow Snakeskin Fur Trim Jacket
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2010 yellow snakeskin jacket. Features blue dye artic fox fur trim details around the neckline, cuffs and hem. Three front buttons for closure. I...
$16,827
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
Christian Dior by John Galliano Graffiti Print Silk and Denim Dress, SS 2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This Christian Dior by John Galliano dress from the Spring-Summer 2004 collection exemplifies Galliano's signature mix of unexpected materials and intricate detailing. The bodice is ...
$11,846
Size: Modern day UK 10 - FR 38
Vivienne Westwood Black Velvet Corset Waistcoat and Maxi Skirt Set, SS 1995
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood black velvet evening ensemble. Halter neck double breasted waistcoat with built in corset and signature gold orb buttons, and fishtail maxi skirt. Spring-Summer 1995
Chanel Classic Caviar Medium Blue Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of SAVINETI we offer this Chanel Classic Flap Medium: - Brand: Chanel - Model: Classic Double Flap Medium - Color: Blue - Year: 2018 - Condition: Excellent - Mat...
Hermès Craie Gold Mini Kelly 20 Special Order Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Hermès Mini Kelly 20 Sellier, a rare Special Order (HSS) in Craie and Gold Epsom leather. The crisp off-white Craie paired with warm Gold accents and con...
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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