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Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Ultra Thin Texture Case Watch
Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Ultra Thin Texture Case Watch

Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Ultra Thin Texture Case Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

This 18k white gold rectangular Rolex manual watch features an ultrathin case and showcases a

Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies Rolex 2653 Vintage Genuine Manual Windup Watch.
Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies Rolex 2653 Vintage Genuine Manual Windup Watch.

Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies Rolex 2653 Vintage Genuine Manual Windup Watch.

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Rolex Movement Ref. 2653. Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism.  Case is Stainless Steel New

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies Rolex 2653 Vintage Genuine Manual Windup Watch.
Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies Rolex 2653 Vintage Genuine Manual Windup Watch.

Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies Rolex 2653 Vintage Genuine Manual Windup Watch.

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Rolex Movement Ref. 2653. Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism.  Case is Stainless Steel New

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Genuine Rolex Watch. Diamond Bezel Ladies Manual ROLEX 2611 Precision
Genuine Rolex Watch. Diamond Bezel Ladies Manual ROLEX 2611 Precision

Genuine Rolex Watch. Diamond Bezel Ladies Manual ROLEX 2611 Precision

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Rolex Movement Ref. 2611. Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism.  Case and Bracelet is Stainless

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Vintage ROLEX Watch. 9k YG Rolex 2356 Tank Manual Wristwatch.
Vintage ROLEX Watch. 9k YG Rolex 2356 Tank Manual Wristwatch.

Vintage ROLEX Watch. 9k YG Rolex 2356 Tank Manual Wristwatch.

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Vintage Rolex Tank Mens Watch 9k Yellow Gold Ref. 2356 Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1930s

Category

Vintage 1930s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold

Rolex Vintage Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist Watch
Rolex Vintage Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist Watch

Rolex Vintage Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1970s Rolex Wrist Watch, 31 M.M x 4.5 M.M thick 2 piece 14k Yellow Gold case, 17 jewel

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Precision Vintage Manual wind Steel Wrist Watch
Rolex Precision Vintage Manual wind Steel Wrist Watch

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

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Genuine Rolex Watch. Diamond Bezel 1975 Ladies Manual ROLEX 2611 Precision
Genuine Rolex Watch. Diamond Bezel 1975 Ladies Manual ROLEX 2611 Precision

Genuine Rolex Watch. Diamond Bezel 1975 Ladies Manual ROLEX 2611 Precision

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Rolex Movement Ref. 2611. Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism.  Case and Bracelet is Stainless

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Cellini Manual Gold Frosted Integral Bracelet Watch
Vintage Rolex Cellini Manual Gold Frosted Integral Bracelet Watch

Vintage Rolex Cellini Manual Gold Frosted Integral Bracelet Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage 1970 Rolex Cellini manual-wind dress watch in an 18K yellow gold cushion-shaped case with a

Category

Vintage 1970s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Antique Rolex Oyster Pioneer Watch Face Chronograph Manual Wind
Antique Rolex Oyster Pioneer Watch Face Chronograph Manual Wind

Antique Rolex Oyster Pioneer Watch Face Chronograph Manual Wind

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Introducing a rare and stunning piece of history: an antique Rolex Oyster Pioneer manual winding

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Chromium Marconi Hermetic Manual Wind Watch, circa 1930s
Rolex Chromium Marconi Hermetic Manual Wind Watch, circa 1930s

Rolex Chromium Marconi Hermetic Manual Wind Watch, circa 1930s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

is fitted with a Rolex Marconi series movement. The watch has a two piece case commonly referred to

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex Cellini 3807 Champagne Dial 18K Gold Manual Watch
Vintage Rolex Cellini 3807 Champagne Dial 18K Gold Manual Watch

Vintage Rolex Cellini 3807 Champagne Dial 18K Gold Manual Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Rolex Cellini manual-wind dress watch in 18K yellow gold featuring a tonneau-shaped case

Category

20th Century Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1937 Rolex Ref 3647 Very Rare Antique Manual Wind Watch
1937 Rolex Ref 3647 Very Rare Antique Manual Wind Watch

1937 Rolex Ref 3647 Very Rare Antique Manual Wind Watch

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

Extremely Rare 1930s Rolex Precision Model 3647 Manual Wind Square Watch This late 1930s Rolex

Category

Vintage 1930s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ref 6426 Classic 1950s Steel Manual wind Wrist Watch
Rolex Ref 6426 Classic 1950s Steel Manual wind Wrist Watch

Rolex Ref 6426 Classic 1950s Steel Manual wind Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1959 Rolex Reference 6426 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster Case, 17 Jewel

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Vintage Rolex Precision 22m 18K Gold Champagne Dial Manual Wind Watch
Vintage Rolex Precision 22m 18K Gold Champagne Dial Manual Wind Watch

Vintage Rolex Precision 22m 18K Gold Champagne Dial Manual Wind Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Rolex Precision ladies manual-wind watch in 18K yellow gold featuring a cushion-shaped case

Category

Vintage 1970s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex 6426 Silver Dial Manual Wind Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s
Rolex 6426 Silver Dial Manual Wind Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s

Rolex 6426 Silver Dial Manual Wind Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Here's a vintage Rolex reference 6426 manual wind with a silver dial from the 1970s. 34mm stainless

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Pre Daytona Oyster Chronograph 6234 Watch 36mm Manual Wind
Vintage Rolex Pre Daytona Oyster Chronograph 6234 Watch 36mm Manual Wind

Vintage Rolex Pre Daytona Oyster Chronograph 6234 Watch 36mm Manual Wind

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

. - Brand: Rolex - Reference #: 6234 - Model: Oyster Chronograph (Pre-Daytona) - Movement: Manual Wind

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rare Antique Rolex 1920s Manual Winding 26MM 15K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
Rare Antique Rolex 1920s Manual Winding 26MM 15K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch

Rare Antique Rolex 1920s Manual Winding 26MM 15K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

are consistent with age. Antique Manual Watch Properties Brand: Rolex Family: Antique Manual Model

Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Solid 18k Gold Ladies 1930s Manual Wind Cocktail Watch RA639
Rolex Oyster Solid 18k Gold Ladies 1930s Manual Wind Cocktail Watch RA639

Rolex Oyster Solid 18k Gold Ladies 1930s Manual Wind Cocktail Watch RA639

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare, luxurious elegance solid 18k gold Rolex Lady Oyster cocktail watch, c.1938, unrestored dial

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex 18k Solid Gold Ref 8940 Mens 1960s 36mm Manual Wind Dress Watch RA706
Rolex 18k Solid Gold Ref 8940 Mens 1960s 36mm Manual Wind Dress Watch RA706

Rolex 18k Solid Gold Ref 8940 Mens 1960s 36mm Manual Wind Dress Watch RA706

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classic luxury, Men's 18k solid gold Rolex ref.8940 manual wind jumbo dress watch, c.1960s, in

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Royal ref 2280 Art-Deco c1936 S/Steel Manual 15 Jewels 30mm Mens' Watch
Rolex Royal ref 2280 Art-Deco c1936 S/Steel Manual 15 Jewels 30mm Mens' Watch

Rolex Royal ref 2280 Art-Deco c1936 S/Steel Manual 15 Jewels 30mm Mens' Watch

By Rolex

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

This fine & rare Art-Deco Rolex Royal reference 2280 S/Steel wristwatch, dating back to circa 1936

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex Vintage 9ct Rose Gold – 26mm – Manual Wind – 1938
Rolex Vintage 9ct Rose Gold – 26mm – Manual Wind – 1938

Rolex Vintage 9ct Rose Gold – 26mm – Manual Wind – 1938

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Rolex Vintage 9ct Rose Gold – 26mm – Manual Wind – 1938 From a time before formal reference

Category

Vintage 1930s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

1974 Rolex Oysterdate 6694 Stainless Steel Champagne Dial Manual 34mm
1974 Rolex Oysterdate 6694 Stainless Steel Champagne Dial Manual 34mm

1974 Rolex Oysterdate 6694 Stainless Steel Champagne Dial Manual 34mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

proportions or as a primary watch for women. The real appeal is the ritual of the manual-wind movement. The

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1975 Rolex Cellini 3805 18K YG Champagne Dial Manual 31mm
Vintage 1975 Rolex Cellini 3805 18K YG Champagne Dial Manual 31mm

Vintage 1975 Rolex Cellini 3805 18K YG Champagne Dial Manual 31mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

watch elegance. Named after the Florentine goldsmith Benvenuto Cellini, these watches were a deliberate

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Cellini 5112 18K Yellow Gold White Anniversary Dial Manual 32mm
Rolex Cellini 5112 18K Yellow Gold White Anniversary Dial Manual 32mm

Rolex Cellini 5112 18K Yellow Gold White Anniversary Dial Manual 32mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

watch. Unburdened by the need for water resistance or rotating bezels, these watches are an exercise in

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1991 Rolex Cellini 18K YG 4083 Manual Champagne 29 mm
Vintage 1991 Rolex Cellini 18K YG 4083 Manual Champagne 29 mm

Vintage 1991 Rolex Cellini 18K YG 4083 Manual Champagne 29 mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

with the watch. This Cellini is for someone who appreciates the core tenets of Rolex craftsmanship in a

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1961 Rolex Oysterdate 6694 Gold Plated Silver Sunburst Dial Manual 34mm
1961 Rolex Oysterdate 6694 Gold Plated Silver Sunburst Dial Manual 34mm

1961 Rolex Oysterdate 6694 Gold Plated Silver Sunburst Dial Manual 34mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Oysterdate 6694 is a watch for the collector who values a tactile connection to their timepiece. As a manual

Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 1973 Rolex Asymmetric 4017 18K YG Manual Orange Foil 28
Vintage 1973 Rolex Asymmetric 4017 18K YG Manual Orange Foil 28

Vintage 1973 Rolex Asymmetric 4017 18K YG Manual Orange Foil 28

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

series of watches that represented a bold, artistic departure from the brand's tool watch foundation

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1995 Rolex Cellini 5112 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Manual 32mm
Vintage 1995 Rolex Cellini 5112 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Manual 32mm

Vintage 1995 Rolex Cellini 5112 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Manual 32mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

watch. Unburdened by the need for water resistance or rotating bezels, these watches are an exercise in

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini 5116 18K YG Champagne Bullseye Dial Manual 32mm
Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini 5116 18K YG Champagne Bullseye Dial Manual 32mm

Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini 5116 18K YG Champagne Bullseye Dial Manual 32mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

mission, a watch that illustrates Rolex's capacity for refined, classical watchmaking. A Study In Gold

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision Mens Vintage 1950s 34mm Manual Wind RA781
Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision Mens Vintage 1950s 34mm Manual Wind RA781

Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision Mens Vintage 1950s 34mm Manual Wind RA781

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision ref.6022 manual hand-wind dress watch, c.1952, all

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision Mens Vintage 1950s 34mm Manual Wind RA781
Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision Mens Vintage 1950s 34mm Manual Wind RA781

Rolex Ref 6022 Oyster Precision Mens Vintage 1950s 34mm Manual Wind RA781

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision ref.6022 manual hand-wind dress watch, c.1952, in

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1968 Rolex Disco Volante 18K YG Grey Dial Manual Wind 31mm
Vintage 1968 Rolex Disco Volante 18K YG Grey Dial Manual Wind 31mm

Vintage 1968 Rolex Disco Volante 18K YG Grey Dial Manual Wind 31mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

mechanically sound and is ready to wear. The Ritual Of The Manual Movement This watch is for the collector

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1969, all original, in

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774B
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774B

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage classic, Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1969, in excellent working

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Verona, IT

18kt yellow gold Rolex Cellini Lady wristwatch, Ref. 4121. Cal. 1601 manual wind movement, baton

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Manual Wind Model, circa 1955
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Manual Wind Model, circa 1955

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Manual Wind Model, circa 1955

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Oyster reference# 6480, serial# 94,xxx circa 1955. Featuring a 34mm diameter case with smooth

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Linen Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Linen Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Linen Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Manual Wind Watch Factory Silvered Linen Dial with Applied

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Linen Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Linen Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Linen Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Manual Wind Watch Factory Silvered Linen Dial with Applied

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 18 Karat White Gold Cellini Geometric Manual Wind Wristwatch
Rolex 18 Karat White Gold Cellini Geometric Manual Wind Wristwatch

Rolex 18 Karat White Gold Cellini Geometric Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch Factory White Enamel Decorated Dial with

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Cellini King Midas 4609 Rare 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Manual
Rolex Cellini King Midas 4609 Rare 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Manual

Rolex Cellini King Midas 4609 Rare 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Manual

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W 0.99 in D 0.2 in Dm 1.07 in L 7.49 in

Rolex Cellini King Midas 4609 Rare 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Manual

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Cellini King Midas 4609 Rare 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Manual 27MM

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Air-King, Stainless Steel, Unworn Watch, 2021, Discontinued
Rolex Air-King, Stainless Steel, Unworn Watch, 2021, Discontinued

Rolex Air-King, Stainless Steel, Unworn Watch, 2021, Discontinued

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

watch is completely Unworn and comes complete with an original Rolex watch-box, Rolex manual booklet

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT-Master II Batman 126710BLNR Unworn Watch, 2022
Rolex GMT-Master II Batman 126710BLNR Unworn Watch, 2022

Rolex GMT-Master II Batman 126710BLNR Unworn Watch, 2022

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

unworn and comes with an original Rolex watch box, Manual and Warranty booklets, green COSC tag and Rolex

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust, Green Slate Roman, Oyster, Fluted, 126234, Unworn Watch Complete
Rolex Datejust, Green Slate Roman, Oyster, Fluted, 126234, Unworn Watch Complete

Rolex Datejust, Green Slate Roman, Oyster, Fluted, 126234, Unworn Watch Complete

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

unworn with no signs of wear and comes with an original Rolex watch box, Manual and Warranty booklets

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex White Gold Cellini Manual Wristwatch
Rolex White Gold Cellini Manual Wristwatch

Rolex White Gold Cellini Manual Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Spartanburg, SC

Estate piece. 18K white gold mechanical Rolex Cellini watch with with fold over clasp. Black dial

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Manual Winding White Gold 3603 Watch
Rolex Manual Winding White Gold 3603 Watch

Rolex Manual Winding White Gold 3603 Watch

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Manual Winding White Gold 3603 Watch - Manual winding. 18K White gold (24 x 35 mm ) . Silver

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Manual Winding White Gold 3603 Watch
Rolex Manual Winding White Gold 3603 Watch

Rolex Manual Winding White Gold 3603 Watch

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Manual Winding White Gold 3603 Watch - Manual winding. 18K White gold (24 x 35 mm ) . Silver

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex Ladies Manual Watch Ref 8383
Vintage Rolex Ladies Manual Watch Ref 8383

Vintage Rolex Ladies Manual Watch Ref 8383

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Vintage Rolex Ladies Manual Watch Ref 8383 - Manual winding. 14K Yellow gold ( 27 mm x 22 mm

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate Precision Manual winding Watch
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate Precision Manual winding Watch

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate Precision Manual winding Watch

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Stainless Steel Watch - Manual winding. Stainless steel case with

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Sterling Silver Manual wind Purse Watch, Circa 1930s
Rolex Sterling Silver Manual wind Purse Watch, Circa 1930s

Rolex Sterling Silver Manual wind Purse Watch, Circa 1930s

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Sterling Silver Purse Watch - Manual winding ; 17 jeweled. Silver ( 30 mm x 36 mm ). White

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Rolex "Princess" Watch 9K Yellow Gold Manual Wind 1926 Manufacture
Rolex "Princess" Watch 9K Yellow Gold Manual Wind 1926 Manufacture

Rolex "Princess" Watch 9K Yellow Gold Manual Wind 1926 Manufacture

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This is an exceptionally rare 1926 Rolex "Princess" watch. It is a reference 2058. The watch is

Category

Vintage 1920s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Romabic Dial Viceroy Manual Watch
Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Romabic Dial Viceroy Manual Watch

Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Romabic Dial Viceroy Manual Watch

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Viceroy Two Tone / 3359 METAL / MATERIAL

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex White Gold Cellini Series Dress Manual Wind Watch, 1970s
Rolex White Gold Cellini Series Dress Manual Wind Watch, 1970s

Rolex White Gold Cellini Series Dress Manual Wind Watch, 1970s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape / Ref. 3805 METAL / MATERIAL

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex Cellini 3809 Manual 18K White Gold & Silver Mesh Watch
Vintage Rolex Cellini 3809 Manual 18K White Gold & Silver Mesh Watch

Vintage Rolex Cellini 3809 Manual 18K White Gold & Silver Mesh Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage 1972 Rolex Cellini model 3809 manual-wind dress watch in 18K white gold featuring a round

Category

Vintage 1970s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Rolex Cellini 27mm Dial Manual Winding Watch Face
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Rolex Cellini 27mm Dial Manual Winding Watch Face

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Rolex Cellini 27mm Dial Manual Winding Watch Face

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

A rare vintage Rolex Cellini watch face in solid 18K yellow gold, featuring a classic 27mm dial

Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rolex 19MM R8286 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Manual Winding Watch
Vintage Rolex 19MM R8286 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Manual Winding Watch

Vintage Rolex 19MM R8286 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Manual Winding Watch

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

Brand: Rolex  Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Diameter: 19.00 mm Weight: 27.46 grams

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini Model 4081 18 Karat Yellow Gold 26mm Manual Watch
Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini Model 4081 18 Karat Yellow Gold 26mm Manual Watch

Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini Model 4081 18 Karat Yellow Gold 26mm Manual Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Maker: Rolex Model: Cellini 4081 Year: 1976 Material: 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Rolex Black

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Striped King Midas Left-Handed Cellini Gold 4912 Manual Wind Watch
Rolex Striped King Midas Left-Handed Cellini Gold 4912 Manual Wind Watch

Rolex Striped King Midas Left-Handed Cellini Gold 4912 Manual Wind Watch

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

, manual wind movement, in excellent condition, comes with a Rolex box, our own certificate of

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Explorer White Creamy Honeycomb Dial 5501 Steel Manual Watch, 1958
Rolex Oyster Explorer White Creamy Honeycomb Dial 5501 Steel Manual Watch, 1958

Rolex Oyster Explorer White Creamy Honeycomb Dial 5501 Steel Manual Watch, 1958

By Rolex

Located in Central & Western District, HK

Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 5501 Year: 1958 Serial number: 36xxxx Reference: OT1625 Case: 34mm

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex White Gold Cellini Manual Wristwatch
Rolex White Gold Cellini Manual Wristwatch

Rolex White Gold Cellini Manual Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

An 18 karat white gold Cellini watch. Rolex. Geneve. Of manual winding movement, the white mother

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Cellini 36mm 18k Yellow Gold White Dial Manual Wind Watch 5330
Rolex Cellini 36mm 18k Yellow Gold White Dial Manual Wind Watch 5330

Rolex Cellini 36mm 18k Yellow Gold White Dial Manual Wind Watch 5330

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

pre-owned in excellent condition. Unworn Rolex Green Band. Comes with box and papers.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

1940s Rolex Unisex Square Manual Wristwatch
1940s Rolex Unisex Square Manual Wristwatch

1940s Rolex Unisex Square Manual Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

This is a 1940s 18ct rose gold unisex Rolex watch. The dial is a cream colour with gold hands and

Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 1930's Manual Rolex Wristwatch
Vintage 1930's Manual Rolex Wristwatch

Vintage 1930's Manual Rolex Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

This is an 18ct yellow Rolex Officially Certified Chronometer from the 1930's. The watch has an

Category

Vintage 1930s Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini Model 4121 18 Karat Yellow Gold Manual Wind Watch
Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini Model 4121 18 Karat Yellow Gold Manual Wind Watch

Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini Model 4121 18 Karat Yellow Gold Manual Wind Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Rolex Cellini Model 4121 18k Yellow Gold 29mm x 33mm Silver Dial on Leather strap, Manual

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Very Rare Cosmograph Daytona Big Red Steel Black Dial Manual Wind Watch
Rolex Very Rare Cosmograph Daytona Big Red Steel Black Dial Manual Wind Watch

Rolex Very Rare Cosmograph Daytona Big Red Steel Black Dial Manual Wind Watch

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

, plastic glass, manual wind movement, in excellent condition, comes complete with the original Rolex box

Category

Vintage 1970s British Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ladies Antique Art Deco Rolex 9K Gold Telephone Dial Octagonal Manual Wind Watch
Ladies Antique Art Deco Rolex 9K Gold Telephone Dial Octagonal Manual Wind Watch

Ladies Antique Art Deco Rolex 9K Gold Telephone Dial Octagonal Manual Wind Watch

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

timepiece. Custom Gold Filled Flexible Link Bracelet. Ladies Octagonal Watch Properties Brand: Rolex

Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster, Vintage Manual Winding Wristwatch, 1930s
Rolex Oyster, Vintage Manual Winding Wristwatch, 1930s

Rolex Oyster, Vintage Manual Winding Wristwatch, 1930s

By Rolex

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Rolex White Gold Cellini Prince Manual Wristwatch

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Rolex Cellini Prince crafted in 18k white gold with Black alligator strap. Reference # 5443/9 This

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Rolex Ladies Orchid Gold Watch 95705 - Manual winding. 14k yellow gold case with faceted crystal

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Rolex Ladies Orchid Gold Manual Winding 95705 Wristwatch

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Rolex Ladies Orchid Gold Watch 95705 - Manual winding. 14k yellow gold case with faceted crystal

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By Rolex

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Rolex Precision 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch 9004 - Manual winding, 17 jewels, acrylic crystal. 18k

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Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Oyster Manual Wristwatch, 1940s

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Circa 1940s Rolex 14K Rose Gold Ladies Wrist watch, 21 MM Diameter and 7 MM thick 2 piece Oyster

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Rolex Oyster 6282 1956  Manual Wind Full set

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Rolex Yellow Gold Presentation Manual Wristwatch, circa 1956

Rolex Yellow Gold Presentation Manual Wristwatch, circa 1956

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Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company / The T. Eaton Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Eaton / Reference

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Rolex Manual Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact rolex manual watch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Stainless Steel, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect rolex manual watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A rolex manual watch of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 8, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Most of our rolex manual watch for sale are for men, but there are 105 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a Rolex Manual Watch?

The price for a rolex manual watch starts at $875 and tops out at $134,486 with these watches, on average, selling for $4,100.

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.

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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.

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