Sold|$2,350
Rolex 14k Yellow Gold Manual Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Manual Ladies Watch - Manual winding. 14K Yellow gold ( 13 x 23 mm ) Will have engraving removed.
Vintage ROLEX Watch. Rolex Marconi 6732 Manual Mens WristWatch
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Rolex Marconi Mens Watch Gold Plated Stainless Steel Ref 6732 Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1950s Beautiful Watch. New Genuine Gucci Leather band. 34mm round Case
Stainless Steel
Sold|$1,750
1940s Gold Women's Manual Wind Rolex Watch
By Rolex
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 14 Karat Gold Weight: 12.1 grams Diameter: 14.75mm
14k Gold
Rolex Cocktail Watch 14K Yellow Gold Manual Wind
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The watch is powered by a Rolex caliber 1401 17 jewel manual wind movement.
Yellow Gold
Rolex Precision Vintage Steel Manual Wind Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1948 Rolex Precision Wrist watch, 32 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster case, original Crown, 17 Jewel, Mechanical, Manual wind movement, Custom refinished "California" Bubble...
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Manual Wind Pocket Watch, 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Rolex Precision Reference 9165 Pocket Watch 45 MM Stainless Steel 3 Piece case. 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual Wind Movement.
Stainless Steel
Genuine Rolex Watch. Diamond Bezel Blue Ladies Manual ROLEX 2611 Precision
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Circa 1973. 1400 Caliber Rolex Movement Ref. 2611. BLUE DIAL Beautiful Watch.
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Steel Manual Wind Ref 6424 Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1954 Rolex Reference 6424 Wrist Watch, 36 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece Oyster case.
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Original Manual Wrist Watch, 1937
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Oyster Case / Ref. 3121 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: 35 mm X 28 mm CIRCA: 1937 / 1938 MOVEMENT / CA...
Stainless Steel
18kt Yellow Gold Rolex Dress Wrist Watch, Manual Winding
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt Gold Rolex Dress Wrist Watch Movement: Mechanical with Manual Movement Caliber 1600 Functions: Hours, Minutes Case: 18kt yellow gold case, diameter 31 mm x 7mm, Dial: Silv...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Watch Company Stainless Steel Men's Manual Winding Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / 4925 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: 40mm X 34mm CIRCA: 1957 MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 17 Jewels / Manual W...
14k Rolex Womens Cocktail Watch. 14k gold Manual Windup. 1950s Ladies Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism. Black cable band.
14k Gold
Rolex Cellini Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 Karat Gold, Manual Winding
By Rolex
Located in Berlin, DE
Rolex Cellini Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 Karat Gold, manual winding.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies Precision Yellow Gold Manual Winding Watch Model 9292
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Ladies Rolex Precision 14k Yellow Gold Watch Model 9292 - Manual winding. 14k yellow gold case (15mm diameter).
Rolex Vintage 1959 Steel Manual wind California Dial Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 Rolex Wrist Watch, Reference 5022 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 2 piece case, 17 Jewel, mechanical, manual wind nickle lever movement, Rolex logo Crown, two tone Copper and Silv...
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Art Deco Oyster Manual Watch, circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: 38mm X 32mm CIRCA: 1955 / 1956 MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Wind...
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Cellini Series Manual Winding Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Gold Bracelet Watch / Ref. 4111 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt.
Rolex White Gold Cellini Right Handed Manual Watch, circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cellini Dress Style METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt.
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Octagonal Original Oversized Crown Manual Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Octagon / English Patents METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: 40mm X 32mm CIRCA: 1935 / 1936 MOVEMENT ...
Antique Rolex Womens Cocktail Watch. 9k Rose Gold 0902 Manual Windup.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism. ref. 0902 Case is 9k Rose gold.
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Enamel Inlay Octagonal Manual Watch, 1920's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Octagon METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: 28mm X 25mm CIRCA: 1920's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual ...
Retro Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Wrist Watch Original 396428 Manual Winding
By Rolex
Located in Dearborn, MI
Retro Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Wrist Watch Original 396428 Manual Winding Genuine Ladies Vintage Rolex Wrist Watch Runs Great Rolex Precision 9285 Serial Number 396428 18...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Vintage Gold Top and Steel back Larger Manual Wind Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1952 Rolex Wrist Watch, 35 M.M 3 piece snap back case with Yellow Gold Bezel, Lug Tops and Crown. 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind movement, older Quality Restored Silver Satin...
Gold, Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel High Grade Open Faced Manual Pocket Watch with Chain
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Model METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: 45mm CIRCA: 1940's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding /...
1944 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 29MM 3359 Manual Rose Gold Stainless Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Unisex Metal Type: Stainless Steel and 14k Rose Gold Diameter: 29.00 mm Weight: 36.42 grams One stainless steel and 14K rose gold ROLEX Swiss-made watch.
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex White Gold Cellini Prince Manual Wind Watch New in the Box
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Prince / Cellini METAL: 18Kt.
Rolex Oyster Chronograph Silver Dial Anti-Magnetique 4048 Manual Wind Watch 1942
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 4048 Year: 1942 Serial number: 20xxxx Reference: OT1063 Model 4048 is the first chronograph with three registers and anti-magnetic screw down case back t...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Sold|$2,495
Rolex Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand Rolex Style Cellini 18K Yellow Gold Material 18K Yellow Gold Bezel 18K Yellow Gold Case Measurements 23mm Width Bracelet Leather Clasp Pin Buckle Movement Manual Wind Size Adj...
18k Gold
18 Kt. Rolex Cellini Wrist Watch Ref 3904 Mechanical Manual Cal.1600 Collectors
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt. Rolex Cellini Wrist Watch Ref 3904 Mechanical Manual Winding Caliber 1600 Collectors Ref: 3904 Movement: Mechanical, Manual Movement, Cal. 1600 Functions: Hours, minutes C...
18k Gold
Ladies Rolex 18 Karat Gold Cellini 3600 Manual-Wind Dress Watch, Swiss LV976
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, ladies 18k yellow gold Rolex Cellini Geneve ref.3600 manual wind dress watch, c.1970s.
1940s Rolex Precision unusual Gold Shell and Steel back Manual wind Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Rolex Precision Wrist Watch, 35 M.M. 2 piece Gold Shell case with Water Resistant Stainless Back and Scalloped Lugs. 17 jewel Caliber 1210 Mechanical, manual wind nickle ...
Gold, Steel
Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Stainless Steel Art Deco Manual Wind Watch Ref 3911
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Ref. 3911 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel and Rose Gold DIMENSIONS: 25 mm X 15 mm CIRCA: 1944 / 1945 MOVEMENT / C...
Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Stainless Steel Art Deco Manual Wind Watch Ref 3911
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Ref. 3911 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel and Rose Gold DIMENSIONS: 25 mm X 15 mm CIRCA: 1944 / 1945 MOVEMENT / C...
18K Gold Rolex ref 9158 Precision (Manual) Vintage c1960's 20mm Ladies' Watch
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of timeless design, this sophisticated Rolex Precision ref 9158 is vintage c1960’s, yet is in great condition & in excellent working order The timepiece features an elegant Beige...
18k Gold
Vintage Rolex Manual Wind Ladies Watch in 14K Yellow Gold in Milanese/Mesh Band
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage lady's Rolex manual wind 14k yellow gold cocktail watch. 17.5mm case width not including crown.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Raleigh Oyster Manual Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Oyster Rolex STYLE / REFERENCE: Round 3/4 Size METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: 35mm X 29mm CIRCA: 1940's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jew...
Rolex Stainless Steel Manual Wind Wristwatch, 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Machined Bezel / Ref. 1007 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: 39mm X 34mm CIRCA: 1962 / 1963 MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Ma...
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Vintage Manual Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex Case Material: 14k yellow gold Case Diameter: 17mm x 17mm Crystal: Plastic Bezel: Smooth 14k yellow gold Dial: Gold tone stick dial Bracelet: 14k yellow gold mesh bracel...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
An Art-Deco 9K Gold Rolex Octagon Shaped 21mm Manual 15 jewels Ladies' Watch
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Elegant & Rare Gold Rolex ladies' wristwatch, dating back to an Art-Deco period - circa 1930's - features: Rarely seen Octagon Shaped Hinged Case, crafted in 9K Yellow Gold (stam...
9k Gold
Rolex Cellini 3833 18k White Gold Mens 1970s 32mm Manual Wind Dress Watch RA632
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Rolex Cellini Ref.3833 Manual Wind dress watch for gents, c.1970s, in excellent working condition.
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Cellini Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Greenwich, CT
Rolex Cellini crafted in 18K Yellow Gold case 32mm and 7 inches long 18K Yellow Gold mesh Bracelet. This timepiece features a manually wound movement with indications for the Hours ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9k Rose Gold Vintage Rolex c1949 Square 26mm Manual Gents' Watch. Fine & V Rare.
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This retro timepiece by Rolex is in great condition & in excellent working order, featuring: - a desirable square-shaped Case, crafted in 9K Rose Gold - stamped & signed measur...
Rose Gold
Sold|$5,495 / item
Rolex Yellow Gold Mesh Dress Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Rolex solid 14k gold dress watch circa 1960 with manual wind 17 jewel Rolex movement and mesh watch band attached.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Rolex Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Wrist watch, 10.5 MM round case with Factory Diamond set end Pieces. 17 Jewel mechanical, manual wind movement.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Early Military Style Manual Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign / Military METAL / MATERIAL: 9Ct.
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Lipton Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Hicksville, NY
Authentic rolex from the late 30's. This watch was created for the Canadian market.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Precision Manual Wristwatch Ref 9004
By Rolex
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A rare and beautiful Rolex ref.#9004 in 18k gold, manual wind movement, 17 jewels. Original unrestored dial with warm tropical patina and gold markers, dagger hands. Ca' 1950's with ...
18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Precision Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 4325
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Rolex, Reference 4325 Wrist watch, 35.5 MM 18K Yellow Gold 2 piece Case with Engine turned Bezel. 17Jewel precision Manual wind Nickel Lever movement.
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Speedking Manual Wind Wristwatch 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: Stainless Steel Weight: 31.1 grams Diameter: 32mm *Light spotting on dial*
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond Manual Wind Movement Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Weight: 40.9 grams Length: 6.75 inches Diamond Details: Carat Weight: 1.00 carat, total weight Color: F Clarity: VS
White Diamond, 14k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Precision Manual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1950
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 Rolex Precision reference 4357 Wrist Watch, 35 MM Diameter 3 piece Stainless Steel case, mechanical, manual wind 17 jewel Movement.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Manual Wind Wristwatch, 1954
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Ref. 6332 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: 42mm X 34mm CIRCA: 1954/ 1955 MOVEMENT / CALIBER:...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies platinum Diamond “High Jewelry” manual Wristwatch, 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Inspired by the iconic designs of the art deco period, yet conceived in the 1950s, this exceptional creation represents what would have been among the finest lady’s time pieces of th...
Diamond, Platinum
Rolex Lady's White Gold Cellini Manual Wind Bracelet Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
Ref. 3655, Case No. 1807591, made on 1968 18Kt white gold, 19-jewel, cal.1600 manual wind movement, sunburst silvered dial with applied polished baton hour markers, polished ba...
18k Gold, White Gold
Sold|$1,850
Vintage Rolex Ladies Dress Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Ladies Dress Watch - Manual winding. 14K Yellow gold ( 12 x 18 mm ).
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Mid Century Bracelet Manual Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Ladies Rolex 18k yellow gold and diamond bracelet watch with manual-wind movement, quilted, champagne dial.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Ladies yellow gold Multi-Chain Manual winding Bracelet Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Unusual Ladies Rolex Multi-Chain-Bracelet Watch - Manual winding.
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.