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Rolex Manual Winding Watches

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

15 Kt Gold Ladys Vintage Rolex Manual Winding, Collectors
15 Kt Gold Ladys Vintage Rolex Manual Winding, Collectors

15 Kt Gold Ladys Vintage Rolex Manual Winding, Collectors

By Rolex

Located in Antwerp, BE

15 Kt Gold Ladys Vintage Rolex Manual Winding , Collectors Case: 15 Kt Gold diameter 25.5 mm x 8.3

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

15k Gold, 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

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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

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 Ladies Yellow Gold Manual Winding Wristwatch

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Manual Winding Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Watch - Manual winding. 14k yellow gold case (15mm diameter). Silvered

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

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

Rolex Oyster, Vintage Manual Winding Wristwatch, 1930s

By Rolex

Located in Braintree, GB

Rolex Oyster, Vintage manual winding wristwatch. 1930's Case : Stainless Steel Original Rolex

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

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

Rolex Ladies Orchid Gold Manual Winding 95705 Wristwatch
Rolex Ladies Orchid Gold Manual Winding 95705 Wristwatch

Rolex Ladies Orchid Gold Manual Winding 95705 Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

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

Category

Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Ladies Orchid Gold Manual Winding 95705 Wristwatch
Rolex Ladies Orchid Gold Manual Winding 95705 Wristwatch

Rolex Ladies Orchid Gold Manual Winding 95705 Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

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

Category

Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

14k 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

Rolex Oyster Royal Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s
Rolex Oyster Royal Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s

Rolex Oyster Royal Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in Braintree, GB

Vintage mens Rolex Oyster Royal manual winding wristwatch, Circa.1940's Gender: Mens Vintage Model

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Royal Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s
Rolex Oyster Royal Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s

Rolex Oyster Royal Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in Braintree, GB

Vintage mens Rolex Oyster Royal manual winding wristwatch, Circa 1940's Gender: Mens Vintage Model

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Cellini 26mm Yellow Gold Lady Manual Winding Ref: 4109
Rolex Cellini 26mm Yellow Gold Lady Manual Winding Ref: 4109

Rolex Cellini 26mm Yellow Gold Lady Manual Winding Ref: 4109

By Rolex

Located in București, București

The watch is in a very good condition and it’s working well. The lenght of the watch (case+strap

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

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

Vintage Ladies Rolex 14k Yellow Gold Watch
Vintage Ladies Rolex 14k Yellow Gold Watch

Vintage Ladies Rolex 14k Yellow Gold Watch

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Vintage Ladies Rolex 14k Yellow Gold Watch - Manual winding. 14k yellow gold case (15mm diameter

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

18kt Yellow Gold Rolex Dress Wrist Watch, Manual Winding
18kt Yellow Gold Rolex Dress Wrist Watch, Manual Winding

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

Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Cellini Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 Karat Gold, Manual Winding
Rolex Cellini Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 Karat Gold, Manual Winding

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. Including certificate of

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies Precision Yellow Gold Manual Winding Watch Model 9292
Rolex Ladies Precision Yellow Gold Manual Winding Watch Model 9292

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

Category

Antique 19th Century Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Manual-Winding 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Manual-Winding 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Manual-Winding 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Firenze, IT

Model Oyster Perpetual Year 1940's Gold plated Rolex buckle Dimensions 34 mm.

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Manual-Winding 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Manual-Winding 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Manual-Winding 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Firenze, IT

Model Oyster Perpetual Year 1940's Gold plated Rolex buckle Dimensions 34 mm.

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rolex Ladies Dress Watch
Vintage Rolex Ladies Dress Watch

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 ). Silver dial with

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex Men's Stainless Steel Watch
Vintage Rolex Men's Stainless Steel Watch

Vintage Rolex Men's Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Vintage Rolex Men's Stainless Steel Watch - Manual winding. Stainless steel case (33mm diameter

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

ROLEX 6234 PRE-DAYTONA SS/ 18K MANUAL-Winding CHRONOGRAPH
ROLEX 6234 PRE-DAYTONA SS/ 18K MANUAL-Winding CHRONOGRAPH

ROLEX 6234 PRE-DAYTONA SS/ 18K MANUAL-Winding CHRONOGRAPH

Located in Atlanta, GA

Metal: Stainless Steel & 18K Gold Movement.: Calibre 72 A, ebauche by Valjoux, 17 jewels Case: Three-part case, polished and satined Case Diameter.: 36 mm in diameter Serial/Year...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

18ct White Gold & Diamond Rolex Cellini
18ct White Gold & Diamond Rolex Cellini

18ct White Gold & Diamond Rolex Cellini

By Rolex

Located in Cape Town, ZA

18ct White Gold Diamond Ladies Rolex Cellini Watch - Manual winding in excellent condition. Model

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Early 1930s Rolex Bubble Back Stainless Steel with Sweep Seconds Watch
Early 1930s Rolex Bubble Back Stainless Steel with Sweep Seconds Watch

Early 1930s Rolex Bubble Back Stainless Steel with Sweep Seconds Watch

By Rolex

Located in Carlisle, GB

This early and rare Pre-own Manual winding Rolex Watch is working and it is running well. The dial

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies White Gold Diamond Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1950s
Rolex Ladies White Gold Diamond Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1950s

Rolex Ladies White Gold Diamond Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1950s

By Rolex

Located in Boston, MA

crystal and is signed Rolex with black hands and silver baton hour markers. The manual winding Rolex

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

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Rolex 1958 Lady-Datejust Watch 6517 - Yellow Gold 18k Automatic One Year

By Rolex

Located in Greensboro, NC

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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

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Materials

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Bugatti By Mido 1930 Art Deco Radiator Shape Enamel Wrist Watch 14Kt Yellow Gold
Bugatti By Mido 1930 Art Deco Radiator Shape Enamel Wrist Watch 14Kt Yellow Gold

Bugatti By Mido 1930 Art Deco Radiator Shape Enamel Wrist Watch 14Kt Yellow Gold

Located in Miami, FL

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

LeCoultre 14Kt. and Enamel Inlay Art Deco Wristwatch circa 1930's
LeCoultre 14Kt. and Enamel Inlay Art Deco Wristwatch circa 1930's

LeCoultre 14Kt. and Enamel Inlay Art Deco Wristwatch circa 1930's

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: LeCoultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm x Width 2...

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold Automatic Coral dial Ladies Wrist Watch
Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold Automatic Coral dial Ladies Wrist Watch

Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold Automatic Coral dial Ladies Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1978 Rolex Reference 6719 Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 M.M. 14k Yellow Gold 3 piece Oyster case with Fluted bezel, Oyster Perpetual Automatic, self winding movement, Custom finished ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Large Size Trinity Hoop Tri-Color Gold Earrings
Cartier Large Size Trinity Hoop Tri-Color Gold Earrings

Cartier Large Size Trinity Hoop Tri-Color Gold Earrings

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Tri-Color (Yellow, White, Rose) Gold Large Trinity Hoop Earrings by Cartier. These Cartier Trinity Huggie Hoop Earrings feature an iconic blend of 18k yellow, white, and rose g...

Category

1990s French Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Custom Orange Dial Engine Turned Bezel 1970's
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Custom Orange Dial Engine Turned Bezel 1970's

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Custom Orange Dial Engine Turned Bezel 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 41mm Length x...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress
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ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

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Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Emerald ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with emeralds and diamonds that makes it a perfect fit to ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 28x31mm quartz
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 28x31mm quartz

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 28x31mm quartz

By Audemars Piguet

Located in Berlin, BE

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21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

Quartz, Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

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Art Nouveau / Belle Epoque 1900 Diamond Ring in 18Karat Gold

Art Nouveau / Belle Epoque 1900 Diamond Ring in 18Karat Gold

Located in OVIEDO, AS

Art Nouveau / Belle Epoque Diamond ring in 18 Karat Gold. Ca. 1900 Belle Epoque (Spanish or French) Bypass Diamond ring mounted in 18 karat yellow Gold. The two main diamonds are ha...

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Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

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By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

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21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

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Waltham 14Kt Two Tone "Sapphire" Series Hand Engraved with Original Strap 1927
Waltham 14Kt Two Tone "Sapphire" Series Hand Engraved with Original Strap 1927

Waltham 14Kt Two Tone "Sapphire" Series Hand Engraved with Original Strap 1927

By Waltham Watch Company

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Octagon METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Two Tone Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1927 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 34mm Length X 27mm Width...

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Art Deco Emerald & Diamond Tennis Bracelet

Art Deco Emerald & Diamond Tennis Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Emerald & Diamond Tennis Bracelet A bracelet consisting of a pattern of 42 square cut emeralds & 21 square cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. Emerald Weight: approximat...

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Vintage 1920s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Patek Philippe Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Ladies Wrist Watch
Patek Philippe Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Ladies Wrist Watch

Patek Philippe Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Ladies Wrist Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1920s Patek Philipppe Ladies Wrist Watch, 28 x 13 M.M. 2 Piece hinged Platinum Cress Arrow case. Set with Square French cut Sapphires, old cut Diamonds and hand engraving desig...

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

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Rolex Manual Winding Watches For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of rolex manual winding watches for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, stainless steel and yellow gold. Find a collection of 600 vintage versions or 271 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of rolex manual winding watches made by Art Deco jewelers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 17, are particularly popular. A selection of round cut, brilliant cut and old european cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for women in our collection of rolex manual winding watches, as most of the options available are for men.

How Much are Rolex Manual Winding Watches?

Prices for rolex manual winding watches start at $875 and top out at $480,000 with these watches, on average, selling for $5,000.

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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Questions About Rolex
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    An Oyster Perpetual on a Rolex watch refers to the watch's ability to run on the energy generated by the wearer's wrist movements rather than manual winding. At Baselworld in 2015, a variety of Rolex watches with a new-generation Oyster Perpetual movement were unveiled. Find a variety of vintage Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The popular Rolex Oyster Perpetual is usually between $5,900 and $6,600 in price.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Because platinum is denser than other metals, it is often more expensive to purchase platinum watches than gold. One of the most expensive watches sold was a Platinum Rolex worth $277,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A new Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date watch is worth around $6,000. However, if it's encrusted with gems or vintage, it can cost as much as $50,000. 1stDibs has a great and vast selection of Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The new Submariner Rolex with a Black Bezel is worth around $8,100 with some of the more expensive new Submariners in yellow gold costing around $36,950.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To wind a Rolex watch, first fully unscrew the winding crown. Once it is in a raised position, carefully turn the crown clockwise. Most watches require 25 turns for enough winding to begin powering the watch. The instructions included with Rolex watches provide more information about how to wind specific models. Shop a large collection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending on what kind of watch you're looking for, one may be better than the other. For instance, if you want a highly functional sport watch, some of Rolex's models may be better for you. That said, the brands' watches are very similar quality-wise. The main difference is their appearances: While Rolex designs more traditional timepieces, Panerai is more contemporary and bold.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Rolex Submariner bears an 18k stamp and the number “750,” which means that 75 percent of the watch is made out of pure gold model. The most luxurious of all timepieces, the Rolex Submariner has been continuously manufactured since 1951. Find vintage Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Rolex uses only the highest quality melee diamonds with between D and G in color and IF in clarity. Every diamond is tested individually to make sure it is real.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    The size of a Rolex 126000 is 36 millimeters. It features a corrosion-resistant 904L stainless steel case. Many collectors love the now discontinued watch due to this striking feature, which was available in a variety of vivid colors. Find an assortment of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Yes, the Rolex 126000 is discontinued. Rolex discontinued the Oyster Perpetual ref 126000 in the early 2020s. However, the watch may be available on the secondary market via trusted online platforms, including 1stDibs. Find a collection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A contemporary Rolex Yacht Master costs around $11,000. However, a vintage model can cost up to $30,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Rolex does not officially make sunglasses that are available for sale. They do however occasionally create promotional products, which have included sunglasses for sponsored events in the past. Browse a range of Rolex products that have been expertly authenticated on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To wind a Rolex Datejust, set the crown notch (located on the right hand side of the face) to position one. To set it to position one, turn the crown counterclockwise to unscrew the crown and pop the crown out one notch. From this position, start to wind the Rolex by turning the crown clockwise. You should feel a bit of tension and hear a soft clicking sound. Browse a wide selection of Rolex Datejust watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While choosing a watch can depend on the wearer's style, there are a few consistent favorites. Some of the top Rolex watches for women include the Rolex Datejust, the Rolex Day-Date, and the Rolex Oyster Perpetual.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The most expensive Rolex ever sold is the Paul Newman Daytona. This Rolex was purchased for $17.8 million in 2017. On 1stDibs, there are expensive Rolex watches but there is a wide variety available, so it should be easy to find a good fit for your tastes as well as your budget.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The Rolex Oyster Perpetual is a great entry-level Rolex to purchase. The perpetual refers to the ability of the watch to use the energy of the wearer's wrist motion to run. It is a popular starter Rolex.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The lowest priced Rolex model is the Oyster Perpetual. This watch retails for roughly $5,000. On 1stDibs, you can can find a variety of Rolex watches for sale.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    One of the cheapest Rolex watches is the Oyster Perpetual, which usually costs around $5,000. This model is made of oystersteel, an affordable type of steel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Rolex uses only the highest quality diamonds in their watches and compares these stones against certified master stones. They are the most colorless, so in ranges D to G.