Rolex GMT-Master II 40mm Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Men's Watch 126710BLNR
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Stainless steel oyster case 40.0 mm in diameter. Pointed crown guards. Rolex logo on the crown. Stainless steel bidirectional rotating bezel with black and blue "Batgirl" ceramic ins...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Steel Blue Red Pepsi Bezel Jubilee Bracelet Watch 126710BLRO
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Stainless steel case 40.0 mm in diameter. Pointed crown guards. Rolex logo on the crown. Stainless steel bidirectional rotating bezel with a "Pepsi" blue and red ceramic bezel insert...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold No Crown Guard GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An early and rare-to-find “no crown guard” Rolex GMT in 18k yellow gold. This would have been among the first #1675s produced after production of the #6542 ceased.
18k Gold
ROLEX 1980's Re-Edition of a 1950's GMT No-Crown Guards
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
They only made a few of these newer-old editions, most noticeable for their lack of crown guards. It's a collectible 40mm Rolex for any "Pepsi Dial" GMT lover!
Stainless Steel
Pre-Owned “No Guard” Gilt Dial Rolex GMT Ref. #6542 with Roulette Date
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Gilt dial Rolex sport models have such a special and unique look. Beyond its original glossy track ring dial, this early “no crown guard” example is noted for its original mini 24-ho...
Steel
Steel & Gold "Tiger's Eye" GMT Rolex Ref. 1675
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
Fine, two time zone, center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel and 18K yellow gold wristwatch with date, special 24-hour bezel and hand and a stainless steel...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 6542 Fully Restored by Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This is a great watch, with a unique service history, ideal for the collector who loves provenance: an early Rolex stainless steel no crown-guard GMT-Master, Ref. 6542, that was ful...
Stainless Steel
ROLEX 1960's Color Fade "Peachy-Brown" GMT-Master
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Aged vintage GMT from the 1960's. First model Ref 1675 GMT Rolex ever, kept in wonderful condition and possessing very handsome vintage aesthetic and color change dial to a Peachy-li...
18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold GMT-Master Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An exclusive, early sport watch with a "no crown guard" case in mint condition and mini 24-hour hand.
18k Gold
Rolex Important Yellow Gold Serpico y Laino GMT-Master
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rolex GMT-Master, Ref. 1675, with no crown guards, circa 1959.
18k Gold
ROLEX Important Yellow Gold Serpico y Laino GMT-Master
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
The combination of the yellow gold no guard GMT-Master with the root beer dial and the Serpico y Laino is tremendous.
Rolex Stainless Steel Bakelite Bezel Pussy Galore GMT-Master
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Very rare and desirable bakelite bezel on this first model GMT-Master produced between 1954 and 1959. This watch is appealing for its rarity and collectability and has may attractive...
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Master "Bakelite" Bezel Ref# 6542 / 8
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The 38mm watch has no crown guard, which is a feature that can only be found on Rolex GMT Masters produced from the year 1955 – 1959.
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master with Bakelite Bezel Wristwatch Ref 6542
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is one of the first GMTs produced with no crown guards and a Bakelite bezel.
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT "No Crown Guard" ref. 6542 c. 1959
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A great condition example of very desirable 2nd generation no crown guard gilt dial GMT. Unpolished case, running condition but service recommended.m Stk# 36591
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Ref 6542 with No Crown Guards
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel GMT-Master, Ref. 6542, second generation early no-crown-guard model with original metal bezel and faded red and blue aluminum insert.
Rolex Steel GMT ref 6542 early no crown guard model circa 1958
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS GMT ref 6542 early no crown guard model circa 1958 beautiful condition original glossy black dial with inner minute track and original luminous indexes and hands.
Stainless Steel
1962 Rolex Submariner Gilt Gloss Meters First Dial Pointed Crown Guards
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
This was changed to the pointy crown guard relatively quickly, and then again to the rounded crown guard later in the 1960s until the end of the run of 5512, making the pointy crown ...
Stainless Steel
1961 Rolex GMT-Master Stainless Steel 1675 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
. ** Condition: The item is in very good condition and shows one or two noticeable signs of wear or patina relative to its age. The Rolex GMT Master 1675 Pepsi was only produced fo...
Stainless Steel
Early Rolex GMT with glossy black and gilt dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex. A Stainless Steel GMT Wristwatch with Chapter Ring dial and pointy crown guards Model: GMT-Master Reference: 1675 Circa: 1961 Case.
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master 116710BLNR Men's Stainless Steel Batman Watch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Xupes Reference: W007942 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: GMT-Master Model Variant: 0 Model Number: 116710BLNR Age: 24-04-2019 Gender: Men Complete With: Rolex Box, Manuals, Card Holder, B...
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Stainless Steel GMT-Master Ref 1675 with Gilt Dial
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand Name Rolex Style Number 1675 Also Called Small GMT Hand, Gilt Dial, No Pointy Crown Guards Series Vintage GMT Gender Men's Case Material Stainless Steel Dial Color ...
Stainless Steel
1962 Rolex Submariner Stainless Steel 5512 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
The 5512 went through several iterations, and this piece sports the meters-first two lines of writing on the dial, pointed crown guards and the rarely seen oval hour markers.
Stainless Steel
1966 Rolex Submariner Gilt Gloss Meters First 5 Ticks Dial Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Meters first with rounded crown guard making this a late model, the late 1960s.
Stainless Steel
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Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
An eye-catching example of the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona, reference 116519, crafted in solid 18-karat white gold and enhanced with a striking aftermarket diamond and sapphire configur...
$38,400Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex x Loree Rodkin Watch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date crafted in 18k yellow gold, customised by jewellery designer Loree Rodkin. The watch features a champagne dial with baton hour markers, day aperture...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
New Platinum 1.71ctw GIA Emerald Cut Diamond & Sapphire 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a incredible, brand new, custom made diamond and sapphire three stone engagement ring crafted in solid platinum. It features a gorgeous, GIA certified, 0.91 carat emeral...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Santos Ref 4072 WSSA0018 Diamond Dial Diamond Band Case Steel Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: WSSA0018 / 4072 Year: 2021 Case Material: Stainless Steel with Custom Diamonds Band: Custom Diamond Stainless Steel Band Bezel: Custom Diamond Stainless ...
Rolex 116659SABR Submariner 18 Karat Sapphire & Diamond Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rolex 116659SABR Submariner 18k Sapphire & Diamond Watch This Rolex 116659SABR Submariner Watch is in excellent condition and is ready to ship! Brand: Rolex Model: Submariner R...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Everose rainbow aftermarket, with box and papers 2018
By Rolex
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Everose rainbow aftermarket, with box and papers 2018 Model, Daytona 116505 ; Serial/Year. Current ; Case Diameter, 40mm ; Dial. Custom Diamond Dial Fixed be...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2025 Rolex GMT-Master II “Sprite” 126720VTNR Stainless Steel Jubilee BNP
By Rolex
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are present this 2025 Rolex GMT-Master II “Sprite” 126720VTNR in Stainless Steel. This highly desirable left-handed model features a 40mm Oystersteel case, Rolex’s black Maxi dial...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Large Customized Watch
By Cartier
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Original Cartier WSSA0018 Men's Santos Large Size With Date Customized F/VS1 24.90 Cts Diamonds. Complete with box and paper . Note: Diamonds are aftermarket.
Rolex Daytona Rose Gold Bright Black Dial 2025 Unworn 126505
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An unworn Cosmograph Daytona in rose gold from Rolex, featuring a bright black and sundust dial with chronograph counters. With an engraved tachymetric scale, three counters and push...
Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
1985 Rolex Lady-Datejust Wristwatch in 18k Yellow Gold Ref: 69068
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This 1985 Rolex Datejust is a luxurious ladies’ timepiece crafted from 18k yellow gold with a 26mm case, a classic champagne dial, and a President bracelet. Adorned with factory-set ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Rolex Presidential 18kt Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 68278
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Presidential 18kt Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 68278 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible scratches or blem...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, Ref. No. 4700/153
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous and luxurious 1994 Patek Philippe timepiece features a champagne dial with a date window at 3 o’clock, encrusted with factory rubies (0.13 carat) and diamonds, all set ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date UAE Champagne Dial 19018
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare Oysterquartz Day-Date 36mm 19018, by Rolex. As well as applied hour markers and the iconic weekday and date apertures, the champagne dial features an image of the former nati...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1982 Ladies Rolex 6917 with Diamond Bezel 18k Yellow Gold Complete
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Complete with original box and papers. Vintage 6917 18k 1982 ladies Datejust with a diamond bezel. Crafted out of 18k yellow gold paired with a champagne dial and the iconic Presiden...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2022 Rolex Yacht Master II 116688 44mm Blue Ceramic 18k Yellow Gold Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116688 Serial: 8Y0H**** Year: 2022 Model: Rolex Yacht Master II Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Blue Ceramic Bezel ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Submariner Date Yellow Gold Sunburst Blue Tritium Dial Men's Watch 16618
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Submariner Yellow Gold Blue Dial Mens Watch 16618. automatic self-winding movement. 18k yellow gold oyster case 40.0 mm in diameter. Pointed crown guards. Rolex logo on the cro...
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.
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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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