Rolex Explorer II 16570 Panna Polar S Serial 1993
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
The Explorer II 16570 was introduced in the late 1980s as an evolution of Rolex’s rugged tool watch, designed for speleologists and explorers.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Panna Polar S Serial 1993
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
The Explorer II 16570 was introduced in the late 1980s as an evolution of Rolex’s rugged tool watch, designed for speleologists and explorers.
$11,266
Rolex Explorer II 16570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Explorer II by Rolex in stainless steel. Features a black dial with a date aperture, a red 24-hour hand and a stainless steel fixed bezel set with a 24-hour display. Fitted wi...
Stainless Steel
$11,266
Rolex Explorer II 16570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Explorer II by Rolex. Featuring a white dial with a date aperture, a red 24 hour hand and a stainless steel fixed bezel set with a 24 hour display. The watch is fitted with a ...
Stainless Steel
2002 Rolex Explorer II 16570 Stainless Steel White Polar Dial Automatic 40mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Perfect Neo-Vintage Tool Watch The Explorer II reference 16570 holds a special place in the Rolex catalog.
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Steel No Holes Case GMT Automatic Mens Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a mechanical (automatic) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal, dual time.
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal, dual time.
Rolex Steel Explorer II White Dial Ref. 16570
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Rolex Model: 16570 Year: 1996 Serial number: T4xxxxx Reference: C0_ Case: Show sign of wear w/ slight polishing from previous; inner case back stamped 16570. Dial: In excell...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II reference 16570, 40mm Stainless Steel, Oyster Bracelet, Yr2000
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Neo vintage Rolex Explorer II reference 16570 features a 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel Oyster bracelet, and desirable black dial.
Rolex Steel Explorer II White Dial w/ Original Paper & Booklet Ref. 16570
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
The Rolex Explorer II Ref. 16570, specifically with the white dial, is a legendary tool watch produced for over two decades (roughly 1989 to 2011).
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Steel No Holes Case GMT Automatic Mens Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned very good condition. Box and paper full set. Covered by a 2-year Chronostore Warranty. Brand Rolex Type Wristwatch Department Men Model Number 16570 Country/Region of Man...
Rolex Explorer II 40mm White Polar Dial Stainless Steel Oyster Mens Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
This Oyster Perpetual Explorer Ii in Oystersteel with an Oyster Bracelet Features a White Dial with Arrow-Shaped 24-Hour Hand and Hour Markers.
Steel, Stainless Steel
$11,300Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 16570 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BAND: Oyster Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRIST SIZE: Apx 8 Very Good condition ...
Stainless Steel
$11,300Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 16570 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BAND: Oyster Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRIST SIZE: Apx 7.5 Very Good conditio...
Stainless Steel
$11,800Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Has been re-polished BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 16570 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BAND: Oyster Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRIST SIZE: Apx 7...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 40mm Stainless Steel Automatic Watch, White Dial
By Rolex
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This Rolex Explorer II, reference 16570, is a classic tool watch crafted in stainless steel with a 40mm case.
Stainless Steel, Steel
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Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case.
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Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case.
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Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar ""Swiss"" Dial Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case.
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Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case.
Unavailable
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 "SWISS" Dial Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Stainless Steel White Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 42mm Stainless Steel case.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case.
Unavailable
W 0.79 in D 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in L 6.97 in
Rolex Explorer II 16570 F-Serial Men's Automatic Watch Black Dial SS 40mm
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Explorer II 16570 F-Serial Men's Automatic Watch Black Dial SS 40mm
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar "Swiss" Dial Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar ""Swiss"" Dial Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 GMT Stainless Steel Black Dial Watch W/ Papers
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rolex Explorer II 16570 GMT Stainless Steel Black Dial Watch W/ Papers & Hang Tag Specifications Brand Rolex Model Name Explorer II Model No. 16570 Gender Unisex Case Diameter 40mm...
Stainless Steel, Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Original Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 41mm Stainless Steel case.
Unavailable
Rolex Explorer II 16570T Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 T Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case.
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 16570 circa 2003
By Rolex
Located in Buffalo Grove, IL
Brand: Rolex Movement: Automatic Model: Explorer II Model number: 16570 Serial number: F582515 Case diameter: 40mm Case material: Stainless steel Dial: Black Crystal: Sapphi...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 'P Serial' Stainless Steel Men's Watch Automatic 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Rolex Band Color: Stainless Steel Gender: Men's Case Size: 40-43.5mm MPN: Does Not Apply Lug Width: 19mm Features: 12-Hour Dial, Arabic Numerals, Date Indicator, Sapphire C...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 'Z Serial' Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand:Rolex Band Color: Stainless Steel Gender: Men's Case Size: 40-43.5mm MPN: Does Not Apply Lug Width: 19mm Features: Date Indicator, Dual Time, Non-Numeric Hour Marks, Rotating ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570T Engraved Rehaut Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II Professional 16570 T Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 men's watch. 40mm stainless steel case.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 men's watch. 40mm stainless steel case.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 men's watch. 40mm stainless steel case.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel 24 Hour time display bezel.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 White Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bezel.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 White Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bezel.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 White Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bezel.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Engraved Rehaut Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 men's watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel 24 Hour time display bezel.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Black Dial Engraved Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 White Dial Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bezel.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Black Dial Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case.
Rolex Explorer II 16570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Explorer II by Rolex in stainless steel. Features a black dial with a date aperture and a red 24-hour hand, complemented by fixed a stainless steel fixed with a 24-hour displa...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stainless steel Explorer II by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with a date aperture and a red 24 hour hand. Complementing the dial is a stainless steel fixed bezel with a 24 hour dis...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Black Dial Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 mens watch. 40mm stainless steel case.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Engraved Rehaut Men's Watch Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 men's watch. 40mm stainless steel case.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Engraved Rehaut Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel 24 Hour time display bezel.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Engraved Rehaut with 3186 Movement Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 White Dial Engraved Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel 24 Hour time display bezel.
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Explorer II by Rolex in stainless steel. Features a white dial with the date, a red 24-hour hand and a fixed bezel featuring a 24-hour display. Fitted with sapphire crystal, a...
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 0.48 in W 0.75 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Explorer II Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a mechanical (automatic) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.
Rolex Explorer II White Dial Red Hand Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical (automatic) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.
Sold
H 0.48 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Explorer II Steel Black Dial Red Hand Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical (automatic) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.
Rolex Explorer II Steel Holes Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical (automatic) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.
Rolex Explorer II GMT Steel Black Dial 1999 Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical (automatic) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Steel Automatic 1998 Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical (automatic) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.
Rolex Explorer II Steel Black Dial GMT Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical (automatic) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.
2007 (K Serial) Rolex Explorer II "Polar" 40mm White Dial Oyster Bracelet 16570
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Explorer II 16570 K-Serial (2001) Box + eBay Authenticity Card Polar Dial 40mm For sale is a stunning example of the Rolex Explorer II reference 16570, featuring the highl...
Stainless Steel
Rolex 16570 Explorer II Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16570 Model: Explorer II Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm Bezel: Fixed engraved stainless steel bezel Dial: White dial Bracelet: Stainless steel o...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Southampton, PA
The Rolex Explorer II, reference number 16570, is a member of the renowned “Explorer” collection.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Polar 16570
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4937 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Explorer II Model Ref: 16570 Age: 9th January 2003 Gender: Mens Complete With: Box & Guarantee Dial: White Glass: Sapphire Crystal Movement: Aut...
Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal.
Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Model 16570 - Men's automatic-winding wristwatch with date.
Rolex Explorer II Gents 16570 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W3710 Model: 16570 Serial: D65**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 30th November 2006 Case Diameter: 40 mm Case Size: 40mm Box and Papers: Box, Manuals and Guarantee Mo...
Stainless Steel
Rolex 16570 Explorer II White Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16570 Model: Explorer II Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm Crystal: Scratch resistant sapphire crystal Bezel: Stainless steel smooth bezel Dial: Wh...
Stainless Steel
Rolex 16570 Explorer II White Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16570 Model: Explorer II Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm Crystal: Scratch resistant sapphire crystal Bezel: Stainless steel smooth bezel Dial: Wh...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal, dual time.
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal, dual time.
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal, dual time.
$13,114
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in Dm 0.87 in
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17
By Cartier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...
Rolex Sea-Dweller 40mm Ref. 16600 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A highly collectible Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600, featuring a robust 40mm stainless steel case and a 14.5mm profile, designed for extreme underwater exploration.. Details: Item Type: Ro...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Men's Watch 1803 Yellow Gold 18k Auto 1Yr Wnty
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Model: Day-Date President Model Number: 1803 Movement: Automatic Warranty: One Year Date: 1964 Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Aftermarket Champagne Diamond Metal Con...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Submariner Date in steel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with a unidirectional rotating bezel and a black 60-minute graduation bezel insert. Fitted with a scratch-resistant ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Master II 126710BLNR 40mm Stainless Steel Batgirl Box Papers New 2023
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Rolex GMT-Master II 126710BLNR wristwatch, featuring a 40mm stainless steel case with a bidirectional rotating GMT bezel in blue and black. The black dial boasts lumi...
Stainless Steel
$3,324Sale Price / item|20% Off
6.53 Carat Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This statement ring features 6.53 Carat of vivid emerald cut emerald at the center, secured in a four prong 14k yellow gold setting. The emerald is framed by a halo of 0.31 carat rou...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Persian Numbers circa, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960 / 70's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diame...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Precision Vintage Manual wind Steel Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1954 Rolex Reference 6426 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster case, screw down crown, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle Lever movement, acrylic crystal, "...
Steel
$44,910
H 1.66 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.66 in
Unworn Rolex Yacht-Master 42mm White Gold Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 226659
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Comes with the original Box and papers.
White Gold
$90,750
H 1.58 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Day-Date President 40 18K Yellow Gold Green Lacquer Dial Men Watch 228238
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Comes with Box and papers. 🕰️ Product Overview Brand: Rolex Model: Day-Date 40 Model Number: 228238 Type: Wristwatch Style: Luxury Department: Men Country/Region of Manufa...
Yellow Gold
Rolex Daytona Automatic Chronograph, Ref. 16520, Full Set, 1988
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rolex Daytona, Ref. 16520, U serial, Full Set from 1998 with Service Papers from 2008 and 2020, with original certificate. Model: 16520 Movement: Automatic Chronograph Zenith Cas...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date chocolate dial 34mm
By Rolex
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold the astonishingly beautiful Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date, a timepiece that exudes unparalleled elegance and sophistication. With the reference number (15210), this horological ...
Steel
$220,900
H 8.5 in W 7 in D 2.5 in
Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Green Chanel Crocodile mini top handle flap with classic CC closure 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5" H x 7" W x 2.5" ...
Omega Seamaster 120M Jacques Mayol
By Omega
Located in PARIS, FR
Discover the iconic Omega Seamaster PloProf 120M Jacques Mayol, a watch that combines legendary durability with understated elegance. Housed in a 37 mm stainless steel case, this mod...
$58,190
H 1.62 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.62 in
Rolex Submariner 41mm 18K Yellow Gold Ceramic Black Dial Watch 126618LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Box and papers. 3 year chronostore warranty.
Yellow 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.
Find vintage Rolex watches, bracelets and more on 1stDibs.
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.