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Rolex Datejust 116233 Two Tone 18k & Steel 36mm Champagne 10 Diamond Dial Minty
Rolex Datejust 116233 Two Tone 18k & Steel 36mm Champagne 10 Diamond Dial Minty

Rolex Datejust 116233 Two Tone 18k & Steel 36mm Champagne 10 Diamond Dial Minty

By Rolex

Located in Newport Beach, CA

, a true testament to its careful preservation. The watch comes complete with its original Rolex box

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Steel

Rolex President Datejust 69178 Ladies 26mm Ruby Diamond Dial 18K Gold Watch
Rolex President Datejust 69178 Ladies 26mm Ruby Diamond Dial 18K Gold Watch

Rolex President Datejust 69178 Ladies 26mm Ruby Diamond Dial 18K Gold Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

. Fluted bezel with string diamond and ruby hour markers. Complete with the original Rolex box. Rolex logo

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 Datejust 18k Gold 36mm Mens 1960s Date Automatic RA701
Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 Datejust 18k Gold 36mm Mens 1960s Date Automatic RA701

Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 Datejust 18k Gold 36mm Mens 1960s Date Automatic RA701

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

, case in immaculate vintage condition. Original Rolex crown. 26-jeweled Rolex cal.1066 COSC automatic

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Datejust 31mm White Roman Two Tone Watch Circa 1997 Complete Oyster
Rolex Datejust 31mm White Roman Two Tone Watch Circa 1997 Complete Oyster

Rolex Datejust 31mm White Roman Two Tone Watch Circa 1997 Complete Oyster

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

in-house 1 year mechanical warranty and comes with a Rolex Box and Original Rolex Warranty Papers

Category

1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5015 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5015 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5015 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

. Watch is all original. Fitted on new aftermarket leather strap and buckle. A rare vintage classic, Rolex

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 18K White Gold Steel Diamond Bronze Dial Automatic Watch 178344
Rolex Datejust 18K White Gold Steel Diamond Bronze Dial Automatic Watch 178344

Rolex Datejust 18K White Gold Steel Diamond Bronze Dial Automatic Watch 178344

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in mint condition. Original Rolex Diamond Bezel and Diamond Dial. Diamond at 6 O' Clock

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex perpetual 4134 18k Rose Gold Rare Mens Jumbo 37mm Automatic 1940s RA691
Rolex perpetual 4134 18k Rose Gold Rare Mens Jumbo 37mm Automatic 1940s RA691

Rolex perpetual 4134 18k Rose Gold Rare Mens Jumbo 37mm Automatic 1940s RA691

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

, oversize for its era, elegant fancy lugs, case in pristine vintage condition. Original Rolex crown

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Precision Ref 4431 18k Rose Gold Mens 1940s 33mm Manual Wind RA689
Rolex Precision Ref 4431 18k Rose Gold Mens 1940s 33mm Manual Wind RA689

Rolex Precision Ref 4431 18k Rose Gold Mens 1940s 33mm Manual Wind RA689

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

in pristine vintage condition. Original Rolex crown. Swiss Rolex manual wind mechanical movement

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Maroon Dial 1960's / 70's
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Maroon Dial 1960's / 70's

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Maroon Dial 1960's / 70's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex DateJust Model 69178 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rare Chevrolet Dial Box
Vintage Rolex DateJust Model 69178 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rare Chevrolet Dial Box

Vintage Rolex DateJust Model 69178 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rare Chevrolet Dial Box

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Anniversary, Automatic Movement, Made in Switzerland with Original Box and Booklet c.1987 Maker: Rolex Model

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Vintage Gents President Day Date 18K Diamond Dial and Bezel 118348
Rolex Vintage Gents President Day Date 18K Diamond Dial and Bezel 118348

Rolex Vintage Gents President Day Date 18K Diamond Dial and Bezel 118348

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

. Original Rolex Automatic Winding Swiss Movement, 31 Jewel Chronometer 18K Presidential Band with folding

Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1947 Rolex Precision Vintage Mens Claw Lugs Square Dress Watch, 14K Rose Gold SS
1947 Rolex Precision Vintage Mens Claw Lugs Square Dress Watch, 14K Rose Gold SS

1947 Rolex Precision Vintage Mens Claw Lugs Square Dress Watch, 14K Rose Gold SS

By Rolex

Located in Suwanee, GA

. The elegant and sophisticated Rolex Precision showcased in today's offering is a very fine original

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 Mens 36mm 18k SS 1970s Vintage Automatic RA615
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 Mens 36mm 18k SS 1970s Vintage Automatic RA615

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 Mens 36mm 18k SS 1970s Vintage Automatic RA615

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

automatic, c.1978, in excellent working condition, with original Rolex tag. Verified authentic by a master

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 Mens 36mm 18k SS 1970s Vintage Automatic RA615
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 Mens 36mm 18k SS 1970s Vintage Automatic RA615

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 Mens 36mm 18k SS 1970s Vintage Automatic RA615

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

automatic, c.1978, in excellent working condition, with original Rolex tag. Verified authentic by a master

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Cellissima 26mm Dial Diamond Bezel 6671 Watch
Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Cellissima 26mm Dial Diamond Bezel 6671 Watch

Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Cellissima 26mm Dial Diamond Bezel 6671 Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

your collection with this distinguished and timeless Rolex creation. With original paperwork and box.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Stainless Oyster Perpetual Air-King With Black Dial Box & Papers 2005
Rolex Stainless Oyster Perpetual Air-King With Black Dial Box & Papers 2005

Rolex Stainless Oyster Perpetual Air-King With Black Dial Box & Papers 2005

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

Air King by Rolex. Fitted with an original black dial and a solid link bracelet we seldom see this

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Custom Finished Red Dial from 1967
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Custom Finished Red Dial from 1967

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Custom Finished Red Dial from 1967

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

: Perpetual (Automatic) Winding / 26 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Original Rolex Dial Custom Finished Red / Short

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

14k Yellow Gold Rolex Circa 1955 Precision Watch Hand Wound Cal. 1210 Movement
14k Yellow Gold Rolex Circa 1955 Precision Watch Hand Wound Cal. 1210 Movement

14k Yellow Gold Rolex Circa 1955 Precision Watch Hand Wound Cal. 1210 Movement

By Rolex

Located in Providence, RI

craftsmanship. The original Rolex crown remains intact, adding authenticity to the piece. The watch is paired

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Custom Finished Powder Blue Dial, 1970's
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Custom Finished Powder Blue Dial, 1970's

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Custom Finished Powder Blue Dial, 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

classic Rolex Air King is fitted with the original factory Rolex dial custom color finish. The watch is

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref 1603 Custom Dial, Early 1970's
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref 1603 Custom Dial, Early 1970's

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref 1603 Custom Dial, Early 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

COMMITMENT Additionally, this watch comes with its original Rolex factory dial, in Silver, which can be

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Datejust with Rare Black Dial from 1960's Custom Diamond Bezel
Rolex Steel Datejust with Rare Black Dial from 1960's Custom Diamond Bezel

Rolex Steel Datejust with Rare Black Dial from 1960's Custom Diamond Bezel

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

original black dial. Our finest Rolex Trained Master Watchmaker has just given this watch a factory quality

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Cellini Ref 4014 18k Gold 1970s Mens Midsize 23mm x 30mm Dress Watch RA730
Rolex Cellini Ref 4014 18k Gold 1970s Mens Midsize 23mm x 30mm Dress Watch RA730

Rolex Cellini Ref 4014 18k Gold 1970s Mens Midsize 23mm x 30mm Dress Watch RA730

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

him or her, case in excellent condition. Original Rolex crown. 19-jeweled Rolex cal.1600 manual wind

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 34mm Mens 14k SS Automatic 1960s Vintage RA570B
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 34mm Mens 14k SS Automatic 1960s Vintage RA570B

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 34mm Mens 14k SS Automatic 1960s Vintage RA570B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

case measuring 34mm, case in excellent, vintage condition. Original gold Rolex crown. 26-jeweled Rolex

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II GMT 42mm Steel White Dial Automatic Oyster Watch 226570 B&P
Rolex Explorer II GMT 42mm Steel White Dial Automatic Oyster Watch 226570 B&P

Rolex Explorer II GMT 42mm Steel White Dial Automatic Oyster Watch 226570 B&P

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in mint condition. Original box and papers. 🔹 Model Information Brand: Rolex Model

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA591B
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA591B

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA591B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

steel case measures 36mm wide, in excellent condition. Original Rolex crown. 26-jeweled Rolex cal.1570

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Automatic Vintage RA591
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Automatic Vintage RA591

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Automatic Vintage RA591

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

measures 36mm wide, in excellent condition. Original Rolex crown. 26-jeweled Rolex cal.1570 COSC automatic

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS 1970s Automatic Vintage RA535B
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS 1970s Automatic Vintage RA535B

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS 1970s Automatic Vintage RA535B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

case measuring 36mm, case in excellent condition. Original Rolex crown. 26-jeweled Rolex cal.1570

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Ref 5030 18k Gold Mens 36mm 1940s Big Bubble Automatic Rare RA700
Rolex Oyster Ref 5030 18k Gold Mens 36mm 1940s Big Bubble Automatic Rare RA700

Rolex Oyster Ref 5030 18k Gold Mens 36mm 1940s Big Bubble Automatic Rare RA700

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

measuring 36mm, case in pristine vintage condition. Original Rolex crown. Swiss Rolex cal.1210 COSC

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS 1970s Automatic Vintage RA535
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS 1970s Automatic Vintage RA535

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS 1970s Automatic Vintage RA535

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

case measuring 36mm, case in excellent condition. Original Rolex crown. 26-jeweled Rolex cal.1570

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex DateJust Jubilee Black Dial Two-Tone Rose Gold Diamond Hour Markers
Rolex DateJust Jubilee Black Dial Two-Tone Rose Gold Diamond Hour Markers

Rolex DateJust Jubilee Black Dial Two-Tone Rose Gold Diamond Hour Markers

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

remarkably versatile watch fits any occasion from casual to dressy. Complete with original Rolex box. ✔

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

3 Carat Diamond Bezel Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Bracelet Ref. 16013
3 Carat Diamond Bezel Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Bracelet Ref. 16013

3 Carat Diamond Bezel Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Bracelet Ref. 16013

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

bezel and Roman numeral hour markers are aftermarket diamonds and not original Rolex factory diamonds

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Art Deco Rare 14Kt Two-Tone Gold Bracelet Watch, circa 1940's
Rolex Ladies Art Deco Rare 14Kt Two-Tone Gold Bracelet Watch, circa 1940's

Rolex Ladies Art Deco Rare 14Kt Two-Tone Gold Bracelet Watch, circa 1940's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

it all. This truly unique watch by the iconic house of Rolex is fitted with its original hand made

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique c1915 Rolex W&D 9K 375 Rose Gold 28mm Hinged Round Case Ladies' Watch
Antique c1915 Rolex W&D 9K 375 Rose Gold 28mm Hinged Round Case Ladies' Watch

Antique c1915 Rolex W&D 9K 375 Rose Gold 28mm Hinged Round Case Ladies' Watch

By Rolex

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

signed Rolex, numbered 679010 & stamped 375 & hallmarked W&D for Wilsdorf & Davis - original founders of

Category

Vintage 1910s Swiss Edwardian Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Daytona 40mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel Diamond Black Dial Mens Watch 116503
Rolex Daytona 40mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel Diamond Black Dial Mens Watch 116503

Rolex Daytona 40mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel Diamond Black Dial Mens Watch 116503

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. Excellent condition. Card 2023. Full links. Rolex 100% original diamonds. General

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k W Gold SS 1970s Mens Vintage Automatic RA620
Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k W Gold SS 1970s Mens Vintage Automatic RA620

Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k W Gold SS 1970s Mens Vintage Automatic RA620

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition. On original stainless steel Rolex solid Jubilee

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k W Gold SS 1960s Mens Automatic RA621B
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k W Gold SS 1960s Mens Automatic RA621B

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k W Gold SS 1960s Mens Automatic RA621B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

serviced, in excellent running condition. On original stainless steel Rolex Jubilee folded bracelet

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial 1960s
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial 1960s

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial 1960s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex 86285 Datejust Master Piece All Factory Diamond Watch 18 Karat in Stock
Rolex 86285 Datejust Master Piece All Factory Diamond Watch 18 Karat in Stock

Rolex 86285 Datejust Master Piece All Factory Diamond Watch 18 Karat in Stock

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Diamond clasp Movement: Automatic Serial: F serial Additional Details: This item comes with original Rolex

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Presidential Day Date MOP Dial with 18k Gold Diamond Bezel and Bracelet
Rolex Presidential Day Date MOP Dial with 18k Gold Diamond Bezel and Bracelet

Rolex Presidential Day Date MOP Dial with 18k Gold Diamond Bezel and Bracelet

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Clarity **Please note that the diamonds are not Rolex factory diamonds. The MOP dial is an original

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Submariner – Swiss Original Vintage Poster
Rolex Submariner – Swiss Original Vintage Poster

Rolex Submariner – Swiss Original Vintage Poster

Located in Zurich, CH

Original Poster promoting Rolex' Submariner, reference 1680, created by Celestino Piatti, a very

Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Paper

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Rolex Original For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate rolex original for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Stainless Steel and 18k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 290 vintage editions and 10 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect rolex original among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A rolex original can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 14 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. 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. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a rolex original, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Rolex Original?

The price for a rolex original starts at $1,760 and tops out at $50,000 with these watches, on average, selling for $5,250.

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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