Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Black Dial with Diamond Dial Watch 16030
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16030 Black Dial with Diamond Numbers & Bezel Roman Numeral Track.
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Black Dial with Diamond Numbers & Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust Black Dial with Diamond Numbers & Bezel 16014 Watch.
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Black Mother of Pearl Dial with Diamonds 16030
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 36mm Black Mother Of Pearl Dial with Diamonds Deployment Band 16030
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust With Rare Original Patinated Black Dial 1958
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 6605 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1958 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm...
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Factory Original Black Dial, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41...
Rolex Datejust Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel Diamond Set, Automatic
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rolex Datejust Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel diamond set.
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Black Pearl String Datejust S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Side + Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex Black Pearl String 31mm Datejust S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Side + Bezel & Lugs 68274
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust With Rare Factory Original Black Dial 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Rare Black Dial circa, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Rare Original Black Dial 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 16030 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Rare Black Dial circa, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Rare Black Dial circa, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Two Tone Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Original Rare Black Dial 1987
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1600 METAL / MATERIAL: Two Tone Steel and 18Kt.
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Rare Original Black Dial Mid 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 16030 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 4...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 2-Tone With Factory Original Black Dial 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 16000 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel & White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / S...
Stainless Steel, Gold
Rolex Datejust 41mm Fluted Bezel Black Dial Gold Steel Oyster Watch 126334
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41 in Oystersteel and white gold features a bright black dial and an Oyster bracelet.
Gold, Steel
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6084 Stainless Steel Wristwatch c. 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in stainless steel, this vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6084 has a silver tone dial.
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41mm Steel 18K Yellow Gold Black Dial Men's Oyster Watch 126303
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
This Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41 in Oystersteel and yellow gold features a bright black dial and an Oyster bracelet.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Perpetual Datejust with Original Outstanding Silver Dial 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Factory House STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 14k Gold Mens 1960s Diamonds Automatic RA412C
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning iconic classic, Men's solid 14k gold Rolex 1601 Oyster Perpetual Datejust diamond automatic, c.1968, in excellent working condition.
14k Gold
Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 Mens 1960s 14k Solid Gold Diamonds Automatic RA412D
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning luxurious classic, Men's 14k solid gold Rolex 1601 Oyster Perpetual Datejust automatic with diamond set, c.1968, in excellent working condition.
14k Gold
Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 Datejust Mens 1950s 36mm Roulette Wheel Automatic RA625C
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare luxury classic, 18k rose gold and stainless steel Rolex ref.6605 Oyster Perpetual Datejust automatic with roulette red and black date wheel, c.1958, in excellent working, origin...
$11,920Sale Price|20% Off
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 14k Gold Diamond Dial Automatic 1960s RA412B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Striking luxurious classic, Men's 14k solid gold Rolex 1601 Oyster Perpetual Datejust automatic diamond dial and bezel, c.1968, in excellent working condition.
14k Gold
$11,920Sale Price|20% Off
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 14k Gold Automatic Diamond Bezel 1960s RA412
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning classic, Men's solid 14k gold Rolex 1601 Oyster Perpetual Datejust automatic with diamond dial and bezel, c.1968, in excellent working condition.
14k Gold
Rolex Oyster Ref 1601 Datejust Mens 1970s 36mm 18k SS Vintage Automatic RA790B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A timeless icon in black, Men's 18k yellow gold & stainless steel Rolex Oyster Ref. 1601 Datejust automatic black dial, c.1971, in excellent working condition.
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 36mm 18k SS 1980s Mens Automatic Vintage NA106B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.16013 Datejust automatic, c.1986, in excellent aesthetic and working condition.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Ref 1601 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA790
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A world's icon, Men's 18k yellow gold & stainless steel Rolex Oyster Ref. 1601 Datejust automatic in black, c.1971, in excellent working condition.
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
$7,112Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 Datejust Mens 1950s 36mm Automatic w Roulette Wheel RA625
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare timeless classic, 18k rose gold and stainless steel Rolex ref.6605 Oyster Perpetual Datejust automatic with roulette red and black date wheel, c.1958, in excellent working, orig...
$7,120Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 Datejust Mens 1950s 36mm Automatic w Roulette Wheel RA625
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless treasure, rare 18k rose gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.6605 Datejust automatic roulette date wheel, c.1958, in excellent working, original unrestored c...
$7,112Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens Diamond Dial Automatic 1980s RA549B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dazzling iconic classic, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual 16013 Datejust diamond dial automatic, c.1986, in excellent working condition.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
$7,120Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens Diamond Dial Automatic 1980s RA549
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual 16013 Datejust diamond dial automatic, c.1986, in excellent working condition.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,240Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA591B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1601 the Datejust in 18k yellow gold and stainless steel automatic, c.1970, in excellent working condition.
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,720Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Ref 6901 18k Solid Gold Lady Datejust 26mm Automatic 1970s RA630
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, 18k solid gold Lady Rolex Oyster Datejust diamond bezel, highlight any ensemble with this luxurious classic, make it a part of your rotation today.
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 6917 26mm 18K Gold President Diamond Bezel Black Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Lady Datejust 6917 18K Yellow Gold President Diamond Bezel Watch with Original Dial and Hands Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust “President” ref. 6917, circa 1977, featur...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Black Dial Jubilee Bracelet, Early 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1971-1972 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41m...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Black Dial Steel Smooth Bezel Watch 126200 (New 2026 Stickers)
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 36 in Oystersteel features a bright black dial and an Oyster bracelet.
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41 Black Diamond Dial Yellow Gold Steel Fluted Bezel Watch 126333
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41 in Oystersteel and yellow gold features a bright black, diamond-set dial and an Oyster bracelet.
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Orange Diamond Dial Watch, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: 1970's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Oyster Perpetual / Caliber 1570 DIAL / HAND...
Rolex Datejust 16233 Two Tone Steel-18K Gold Ruby Diamond Bezel Vintage Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust two-tone stainless steel and 18K yellow gold automatic wristwatch featuring an aftermarket diamond and ruby bezel, a white dial with black Roman num...
Ruby, Diamond, Stainless Steel, Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust circa 1953-54 with Original Solid Gold Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 6305 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel / 14Kt.
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1979 Rolex DateJust Model 16018 18 Karat Blue Vignette Dial on Strap
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
When Hans Wilsdorf introduced the Datejust in 1945 to mark Rolex's fortieth anniversary, it united the three qualities he believed every modern wristwatch should possess: a waterproo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust Carbonized, Late 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel / Blackened CIRCA / YEAR: Late 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43...
Unavailable
D 0.5 in L 2.5 in
Rolex 36mm Oyster Perpetual Datejust Black Dial Jubilee Automatic 18K Gold/Steel
Located in Kowloon, HK
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Black Dial Movement 16233 62523H-18 Automatic winding 18K Gold and Stainless Steel (36mm Dial Size).
18k Gold, Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16234 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 16234 Men Watch. 36mm Stainless Steel case. White Gold fluted bezel. Black dial. Minute markers on the outer dial. Date display at the 3 o'clock position. Stainle...
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16234 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 16234 Men watch. 36 Stainless Steel case. White Gold fluted bezel. Silver dial with Luminous Steel hands and index hour markers Minute markers on the outer dial. D...
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 179174 Ladies Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 179174 Ladies Watch. 26mm Stainless Steel case. 18K White gold fluted bezel.
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust Wristwatch Ref 1603
By Rolex
Located in Milano, IT
Special Rolex datejust in stainless steel with jubilee rolex bracelet and particular gilt black dial with beautiful patina. Applied batton indexes
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 116200 Men's Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 116200 Men's Watch. 36 mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel. Black dial with steel luminous hands and hour markers. Quickset Roulette date display by the 3 o'cl...
Unavailable
Dm 1.42 in
Rolex 18 Karat Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Watch with Black Dial, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pretty in Pink. Rolex 18K Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Black Dial The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust is timeless.
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Oyster Perpetual Datejust Watch Tahitian Mother of Pearl Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Magic on the Wrist. Rolex Stainless Steel and 18K White Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Tahitian Mother-of-Pearl Dial You cannot look away.
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex 18 Karat Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Watch with Marigold Dial, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Majestic Marigold. Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Marigold Dial The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust is the perfect watch for all occasions.
18k Gold
Rolex Perpetual Datejust 36 Custom Red Vignette
By Rolex
Located in Bradford, Ontario
Oyster perpetual datejust 36 in oysterseel and yellow gold features a golden, fluted-motif dial and jubilee bracelet with a custom red vignette face.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Unworn Rolex Datejust 41 Black Oyster Reference# 126334, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Datejust 41 Ref. 126334-0011 stands as a perfect expression of prestige, innovation, and refined craftsmanship.
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Datejust 179174 904L Steel Black Index Diamond Watch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Rolex Rolesor Oyster Perpetual Datejust Has Recently been Serviced, Polished and it’s in a Good Condition.
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 69173 Pyramid Dial Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ladies Watch. 26 mm stainless steel case. 18k yellow gold fluted bezel.
Rolex White Gold Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1601
By Rolex
Located in Westlake Village, CA
Band Suede leather strap by JP Menicucci, Italy. Rolex s/s buckle. Summary: brand, model, ref, serial #, year, size Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 1601 serial # 1148959...
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Datejust 31, 278240-0001, Unworn Watch, 2022, B+P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Make: Rolex Model: Datejust 31 Reference: 278240-0001 Diameter: 31 mm Case material: Oystersteel Dial color: Bright black Bezel Type: Domed Bezel Color: Silver Bezel Material: Oyster...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41, 126334-0011, Unworn, 2022 Watch, B+P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Make: Rolex Model: Datejust 41 Reference: 126334-0011 Diameter: 41 mm Case material: White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold Dial color: Bright black set with diamo...
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41, 126334-0017, Unworn Watch, 2022, B+P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Make: Rolex Model: Datejust 41 Reference: 126334-0017 Diameter: 41 mm Case material: White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold Dial color: Bright black Bezel Type: Fl...
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36, Oystersteel, Ref# 126200-0004, Unworn Watch, Complete
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Waterproof to 100 meters. MAKE: Rolex MODEL: Datejust 36 REFERENCE: 126200-0004 DIAMETER: 36 mm CASE MATERIAL: Oystersteel DIAL COLOR: Bright black BEZEL TYPE: Domed BEZEL MATERIAL:...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41, 126333-0005, Unworn Watch, 2022, B+P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Make: Rolex Model: Datejust 41 Reference: 126333-0005 Diameter: 41 mm Case material: Yellow Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and yellow gold Dial color: Bright black set with dia...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 31, 278274-0001, Unworn Watch, 2022, B+P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Make: Rolex Model: Datejust 31 Reference: 278274-0001 Diameter: 31 mm Case material: White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and 18k White Gold Dial color: Bright Black dial with ...
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex White Gold Fluted Bezel Gilt Dial Datejust Wristwatch Ref 1601
By Rolex
Located in Westlake Village, CA
Band Black shell cordovan strap. Summary: brand, model, ref, serial #, year, size, Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 1601 serial # 735088 1961 36 mm.
White Gold
Rolex Datejust 36, YG/SS, Ref# 126203-0022, Unworn Watch, Complete
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Redesigned for Baselworld 2018 with updated case sides, lugs, and calibre 3235 movement. MAKE: Rolex MODEL: Datejust 36 REFERENCE: 126203-0022 DIAMETER: 36 mm CASE MATERIAL: Yellow ...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Datejust Watch with Factory Tiger's Eye
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Confident. Bold. Sporty. Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Factory Tiger's Eye Dial The Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Datejust is timeless.
Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1802
By Rolex
Located in Westlake Village, CA
Band Shell Cordovan leather strap by Attila Aszodi, gilt Rolex buckle. Summary: brand, model, ref, serial #, year, size Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 1802 serial # 173...
18k Gold
Rolex Perpetual Oyster Stainless Steel Datejust Black Dial
By Rolex
Located in Media, PA
Rolex Wristwatch with Black Dial 1602 Model Model Datejust 36MM Size Case In Perfect Working Order Has normal use ware but no damage Has scratches on Case Can be worn by Men or Wom...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 79174 Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 79174 ladies watch. 26mm stainless steel case. 18k white gold fluted bezel. Black dial with steel hands and index hour markers.
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This is a great piece that is just modern enough to wear every day. This watch comes with its original riveted Rolex Oyster bracelet. Collectors know this is a nearly impossible brac...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 18K Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 6605
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold Rolex Ref. 6605 Oyster Perpetual Datejust, circa 1950's, is a tonneau-shaped, center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, 18K yellow gold wristwatch with date.
18k 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.