Vintage Rolex Day-Date 18K Yellow Gold Silver Dial 1802
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date vintage wristwatch. Features a silver dial with applied hour markers, a date aperture, and a day display. Complementing the dial is a fix...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Rolex Day-Date 40 Yellow Gold Silver Roman Dial 228238
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A men's Day-Date 40 wristwatch in 18k yellow gold, by Rolex.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Day-Date II 218238 Yellow Gold Watch Silver Roman Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Day-Date II Yellow Gold Watch Silver Roman Dial Absolutely Never Worn/ Factory Stickers 218238 18k yellow gold case with a 18k yellow gold Rolex President bracelet.
Yellow Gold
Rolex Very Rare Day-Date 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Omani Dial Bark Finish
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Very Rare 36 mm 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Vintage Gents Wristwatch, silver dial with applied hour markers, day at 12 0'clock, date at 3 0'clock, Omani Crest at 6 0'...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Rolex Day Date Oysterquartz 19049A 18K White Gold Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oysterquartz President Day-Date 19049A Men's Watch.
18k Gold
Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k White Gold Watch 118239
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k White Gold Watch 118239 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal.
Rolex Day-Date II Diamond Set White Gold 41mm 218349
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Day-Date wristwatch crafted in 18K white gold by Rolex.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Rolex Rare Day-Date NOS Omani Dial 1803
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare NOS Day-Date crafted in 18k yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a silver dial with applied hour markers, an Omani crest representing Oman's national symbol at 6 o'clock and a fixe...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Day-Date 18238 18K Yellow Gold Watch 36m Fluted Bezel Silver Dial Unisex
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and does not have any visible scratches or blemishes. Leather strap and gold plated buckle are custom aftermarket. The watch its...
Yellow Gold
Rolex Day-Date 36mm 18238 18K Yellow Gold Watch Fluted Bezel Silver Diamond Face
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and does not have any visible scratches or blemishes. Leather strap and gold plated buckle are custom aftermarket. The watch its...
Yellow Gold
Vintage 1988 Rolex Day-Date 18038 18K YG Silver Diamond Dial Auto 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Definitive Gold Rolex The Day-Date reference 18038 is a landmark model for Rolex.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold Qaboos Dial Bark Finish 1807
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare 36 mm vintage Day-Date by Rolex, in yellow gold. Featuring a silver dial with an Arabic inscription at 6 o'clock and a bark finish bezel.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Day-Date Omani Dial Bark Finish, 1807
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 18k yellow gold Day-Date wristwatch by Rolex. Featuring a silver dial with applied hour markers, an Omani crest at 6 o'clock, representing the national emblem of Oman and a yellow ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Day Date 18038 36mm Factory Diamond Dial and Leather Strap 18k Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 18038 Serial: 962**** Year: 1987 Model: Rolex Day Date Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Band: Factory Rolex Leather Strap & Clasp Bezel: 18k Ye...
Vintage 1990 Rolex Day-Date 18238 18K Yellow Gold Blue Dial Automatic 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Gold Standard With A Modern Engine The Rolex Day-Date has been the definitive statement of prestige for over sixty years, a watch made exclusively in precious metals.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Day-Date 40 President Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Baguette Black Dial 228348
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Day-Date 40 Reference number: 228348 (Day-Date Diamonds) Movement: Automatic Case material: Yellow gold Bracelet material: Yellow gold Year of production...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1977 Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K Yellow Gold Oxblood Stella Dial Auto 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Key Specs Reference: 1803 Model: Day-Date Year: 1977 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 36mm Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Fluted Bracelet: 18K Yellow Gold President Bracelet Length: 7in Dial:...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rare Day-Date Vintage Men's 18K Yellow Gold Omani Dial Bark Finish 1807
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A very rare 18k yellow gold Day-Date men's wristwatch by Rolex, produced for the Sultan of Oman.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 35mm 14k SS 1960s Mens Diamond Automatic RA742
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's 14k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1500 Date automatic, c.1968, all original, in excellent working condition.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 Mens 1960s 35mm 14k SS Diamond Automatic RA742B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dazzling classic, Men's 14k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1500 Date automatic, c.1968, in excellent working condition.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
1984 Rolex Datejust 36 16014 White Gold Bezel Auto Silver Linen Dial 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Key Specs: Reference: 16014 Model: Datejust 36 Year: 1984 (8.4M Serial) Movement: Automatic (Cal. 3035 Quickset) Case Size: 36mm Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bracelet: Stainless St...
18k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16014 18k White Gold SS 36mm Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA613B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applied baton index hour markers, lumed silver minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, date...
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 18k Gold SS Mens 36mm 1970s Vintage Automatic RA535C
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applied gilt baton indice hour markers, gilt minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, date d...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex 16014 Datejust 36mm 18k White Gold SS Mens Automatic 1970s Vintage RA613
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applied baton index hour markers, lumed silver minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, date...
White Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,336Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Ref 1601 Oyster Datejust 18k W Gold SS 1960s Mens 36mm Automatic RA621C
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed dial, applied baton index hour markers, silver minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, date display at t...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,144Sale Price|20% Off
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS 1970s Automatic Vintage RA535B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applied gilt baton indice hour markers, gilt minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, date d...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,304Sale Price|20% Off
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS 1970s Automatic Vintage RA535
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applied gilt baton indice hour markers, gilt minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, date d...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ref 1625 Datejust Turn-O-Graph 18k Gold SS Mens 1960s 36mm Automatic RA778
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, rare Rolex signed smoke silver dial, applied baton index hour markers, gilt minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, ...
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
$6,792Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k W Gold SS 1970s Mens Vintage Automatic RA620
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed dial, applied baton index hour markers, silver minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, date display at t...
White Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,312Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k W Gold SS 1960s Mens Automatic RA621B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed dial, applied baton index hour markers, silver minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, date display at t...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel 18k White Gold Wimbledon Dial Automatic Men Watch 126334
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This Beautiful Timepiece Is Powered by a Mechanical (Automatic) Movement and Features: Stainless Steel Case With a Stainless Steel Oyster Bracelet, Fixed 18k White Gold Fluted Bezel,...
Rolex Ref 1625 Turn-O-Graph Thunderbird 18k SS Mens 1960s 36mm Automatic RA778B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, rare Rolex signed smoke silver dial, applied baton index hour markers, gilt minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, ...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6084 Stainless Steel Wristwatch c. 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The company continues to refine its iconic models, such as the Submariner, Daytona, Datejust, and Day-Date—using cutting-edge materials like Oystersteel, Everose gold, and proprietar...
Steel, Stainless Steel
$6,312Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS 1970s Mens Vintage Automatic RA620B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applied baton index hour markers, silver minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, date displ...
White Gold, Stainless Steel
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 stainless steel bracelet.
Steel, Stainless Steel
Ladies Swiss Sterling Silver Watch With Bracelet - OWNED & WORN BY DORIS DAY
Located in Suwanee, GA
Ladies Swiss Sterling Silver Watch With Link Bracelet - OWNED & WORN BY DORIS DAY Certificate of Authenticity - Full Provenance with 2 COAs - 1 Year Warranty Today's offering s...
Sterling Silver
1967 Tudor (Rolex) Prince Oysterdate Vintage Mens Ref. 7966 Watch - 18K Gold
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
Tudor did not actively promote solid-gold sports Oysters the way Rolex did with Day-Dates or gold Submariners decades later.
18k Gold
Personally Owned & Worn By Don McLean with Two COAs - Daniel Steiger Generation
Located in Suwanee, GA
Detailed Appraisal: Manufacturer: Daniel Steiger Year made: c. 2000's - 2010's Designed for: Men Case material: Rose gold tone stainless steel Case markings (outside): Exhibit...
Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
OWNED & LOVED BY MARTIN SHEEN - Gevril Avenue of Americas Massive SS Watch, Box
By Gevril
Located in Suwanee, GA
Dimensions: 34mm wide (excluding crown) by 52.6mm long lug tip to tip Dial: Light silver with large steel applique styled Arabic indices, signed Gevril, apertures for the month, day...
Stainless Steel
Festina F12 Steel Mens Watch - Owned & Worn By Harry Bellafonte with COA
Located in Suwanee, GA
Its curved rectangular stainless steel case wears comfortably on the wrist. Its silver dial is crisp and functional, with luminous dauphine hands, applied Arabic numerals, baton hour...
Steel
Rolex Day-Date 18206, Gold Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Day-Date Reference #:18206. Rolex Day -Date in platinum with genuine diamond lugs & genuine rhodium Myriad diamond dial with luxury custom diamond bezel. Auto w/ sweep seconds,...
Rolex yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Silver Diamond Dial wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Spartanburg, SC
18K yellow gold men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date with silver diamond dial, fluted bezel on a 18K yellow gold President bracelet.
Diamond, 18k Gold
1971 Rolex Day Date Silver Wide Boy Dial Ref. 1802
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
We are thrilled to offer this exceptionally rare Rolex Day Date 1802 in white gold and it’s a first one for us.
White Gold
1966 Rolex Day Date Pink Gold Oyster Bracelet Ref.1803
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Specifications Brand: Rolex Model: Day Date Ref. No.: 1803 Serial No.: 1377xxx Year: 1966 Gender: Gents Case Size: 36mm Case: Very nice vintage condition case showing light wear from...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
2021 Rolex Day-Date 228238-0006 Roman Numaral
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
THE OYSTER PERPETUAL DAY-DATE 40 IN 18 CT YELLOW GOLD WITH A SILVER-COLOUR DIAL, FLUTED BEZEL AND A PRESIDENT BRACELET.
Unworn Rolex Day-Date 36 Reference# 128239, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Day-Date 36 Ref. 128239-0005 is a refined symbol of prestige, timeless design, and exceptional craftsmanship.
Gold
Rolex Day-Date President 118239 Men's Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Day-Date President 118239 men's Watch. 36mm white gold case with fluted white gold bezel.
Rolex Day Date President 118338 Diamond Dial or Case Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Day-Date President 118338 Diamond Dial Men's Watch. 36mm 18k Yellow gold case With factory set diamonds.
Unworn Rolex Datejust 41 Silver Oyster Reference# 126334, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The fluted bezel in solid white gold adds visual depth and signature Rolex character, while the Cyclops lens at 3 o’clock enhances the legibility of the date display.
White Gold, Stainless Steel
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. This particular reference st...
White Gold, Sterling Silver
Rolex Day-Date Rose Gold 1803
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage 36mm Day-Date by Rolex in rose gold which is somewhat rare.
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex White Gold Diamond President Day-Date II Automatic Wristwatch Ref 218349
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex President Day-Date II Men's 18k White Gold Diamond Watch 218349 - Automatic winding, Double Quickset, sapphire crystal. 18k white gold case with factory diamond bezel (41mm di...
Diamond, White Gold
Rolex Day-Date 36mm White Gold 1803
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A white gold 36mm Day-Date by Rolex. Featuring a silver dial with applied hour markers and a white gold fluted bezel.
White Gold
Rolex Vintage Day-Date Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage, 18ct yellow gold Rolex Day-Date. The watch has a silver dial, gold hour hands, 3 o'clock date aperture, and is encased in an 18ct yellow gold casing with a fluted ...
Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Rolex 18038 Day-Date Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 18038 Model: Day-date Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Crystal: Crystal Bezel: 18k Yellow Gold Fixed fluted bezel Dial: Silver dial with yellow gold hour markers and ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Day-Date White Gold Watch 228349RBR
By Rolex
Located in Southampton, PA
The Rolex Day-Date Watch, reference number 228349RBR, proves that understated luxury is the most impactful.
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Day-Date Vintage White Gold Silver Dial 1803 Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k White Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Vintage Gents Wristwatch from 1964, silver dial with applied hour markers, day aperture at 12 0'clock, date aperture at 3 0'clock, a fixed...
White Gold
Rolex Day-Date 758 18239
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4522 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Day-Date Model Ref: 18239 Age: 1st October 1999 Gender: Unisex Complete With: Box & Guarantee Dial: Silver Baton Glass: Sapphire Crystal Movemen...
Rolex White Gold Day-Date Silver Baton Dial President Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W3466 Model: 118209 Serial: P21**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 8th December 2000 Case Diameter: 36 mm Case Size: 36mm Box and Papers: Box, Manuals and guarantee Mov...
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Day-Date 18239 18K White Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Day-Date 18239 Men's Watch. This timepiece features a 36mm case made of 18K white gold, complemented by an 18K white gold fluted bezel.
18k Gold
Rolex Day-Date Diamond Set 118339
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36mm white gold Day-Date by Rolex. Featuring a silver dial with diamond set hour markers and fluted white gold bezel as well as lugs set with 32 round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 18038
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This configuration would have been custom ordered this way from the Rolex factory. The silvered dial has a soft, warm gold undertone that further heightens the beauty of this piece.
Yellow Gold
Rolex Day-Date President 18K Gold Roman Silver Dial Watch 228238
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn Rolex Day Date 40mm 18K Gold Roman Silver Dial President Watch 228238. 2022 Card.
Rolex Day-Date Diamond Dial 18039
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36mm Day-Date in white gold by Rolex. Features a silver dial set with 8 single cut diamonds, 2 baguette cut diamonds and a fixed white gold fluted bezel.
Diamond, White Gold
Rolex Day-Date White Gold Silver Jubilee Dial Diamond Set 118399 Automatic
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k White Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Gents Wristwatch, silver jubilee dial set with 8 applied round brilliant cut diamond hour markers and 2 applied baguette cut diamond hour ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Rose gold Portuguese Day Wheel Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This watch is offered in truly immaculate vintage condition. The ref. #1803 Day-Date has an original silver “pie pan” dial with two “fat” markers at the 6- and 9 o’clock position, ev...
Rose Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Bark President Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex 18k yellow gold Day-Date Bark President wristwatch, Ref. 1807, with automatic movement. 26 jewels, acrylic crystal. 18k yellow gold case with barked bezel (36mm diameter).
Rolex White Gold Day Date Presidential Wristwatch Ref 18239
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 18239 Model: Day Date Presidential Case Material: 18k White Gold Case Diameter: 36mm Bezel: 18k white gold fluted bezel Dial: Silver dial with day and date wi...
18k Gold, White Gold
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.
If you think this looks like the Rolex Kermit, you're correct.
This model was designed for lefties.
Learn the devious techniques that counterfeiters use to sell inauthentic pieces at authentic prices. Of course, you don't have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where every seller of Rolex watches is highly vetted.
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.