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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date 36

1997 Rolex Day-Date 36 President Champagne Roman Dial 18K Yellow Gold Watch
1997 Rolex Day-Date 36 President Champagne Roman Dial 18K Yellow Gold Watch

1997 Rolex Day-Date 36 President Champagne Roman Dial 18K Yellow Gold Watch

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Located in Bloomington, MN

Powered by Rolex’s Oyster Perpetual self-winding movement, this Swiss chronometer combines timeless styling with the practical day-and-date functions for which the collection is reno...

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Late 20th Century Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day‑Date 18078 “Bark” President – Factory Champagne Diamond Dial, 18K
Rolex Day‑Date 18078 “Bark” President – Factory Champagne Diamond Dial, 18K

Rolex Day‑Date 18078 “Bark” President – Factory Champagne Diamond Dial, 18K

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Located in Tucson, AZ

Powered by the Rolex automatic Day‑Date movement with quick‑set date, this watch delivers the precise timekeeping and robust reliability expected of the Oyster Perpetual line.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Very Rare Day-Date 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Omani Dial Bark Finish
Rolex Very Rare Day-Date 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Omani Dial Bark Finish

Rolex Very Rare Day-Date 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Omani Dial Bark Finish

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Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Very Rare 36 mm 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Vintage Gents Wristwatch, silver dial with applied hour markers, day at 12 0'clock, date at 3 0'clock, Omani Crest at 6 0'...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Rolex Very Rare Day-Date Vintage Gents 18k Yellow Gold Champagne Omani Dial 1803
Rolex Very Rare Day-Date Vintage Gents 18k Yellow Gold Champagne Omani Dial 1803

Rolex Very Rare Day-Date Vintage Gents 18k Yellow Gold Champagne Omani Dial 1803

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Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 36 mm Very Rare 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Vintage Gents Wristwatch, champagne dial with applied hour markers, day at 12 0'clock, date at 3 0'clock, Omani Crest at 6...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Domed Bezel Oyster Blue Dial Watch 126200
Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Domed Bezel Oyster Blue Dial Watch 126200

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Domed Bezel Oyster Blue Dial Watch 126200

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Located in Aventura, FL

Rolex Steel Datejust 36 Watch - Domed Bezel - Blue Index Dial - Oyster Bracelet 36mm Oystersteel case, screw-down steel back, screw-down crown with twinlock double waterproofness sys...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Champagne Diamond Dial Steel Gold Jubilee Watch 126233
Rolex Datejust 36mm Champagne Diamond Dial Steel Gold Jubilee Watch 126233

Rolex Datejust 36mm Champagne Diamond Dial Steel Gold Jubilee Watch 126233

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 36 in Oystersteel and yellow gold features a champagne colour, diamond-set dial and a Jubilee bracelet.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Index Dial Jubilee Watch 126233
Rolex Datejust 36mm Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Index Dial Jubilee Watch 126233

Rolex Datejust 36mm Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Index Dial Jubilee Watch 126233

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 36 in Oystersteel and yellow gold features a champagne-colour dial and a Jubilee bracelet.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Purple Aubergine Diamond Dial 18K White Gold Watch 126234
Rolex Datejust 36mm Purple Aubergine Diamond Dial 18K White Gold Watch 126234

Rolex Datejust 36mm Purple Aubergine Diamond Dial 18K White Gold Watch 126234

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Located in Aventura, FL

This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 36 in Oystersteel and white gold features an aubergine, diamond-set dial and a Jubilee bracelet.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel, White Gold

Rolex Datejust Black Dial Steel Smooth Bezel Watch 126200 (New 2026 Stickers)
Rolex Datejust Black Dial Steel Smooth Bezel Watch 126200 (New 2026 Stickers)

Rolex Datejust Black Dial Steel Smooth Bezel Watch 126200 (New 2026 Stickers)

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Located in Aventura, FL

This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 36 in Oystersteel features a bright black dial and an Oyster bracelet.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Champagne Dial Two-Tone Yellow Gold Oystersteel Watch 126203
Rolex Datejust 36mm Champagne Dial Two-Tone Yellow Gold Oystersteel Watch 126203

Rolex Datejust 36mm Champagne Dial Two-Tone Yellow Gold Oystersteel Watch 126203

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 36 in Oystersteel and yellow gold features a champagne-colour dial and an Oyster bracelet.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Tridor President Day-Date Automatic Watch White Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Tridor President Day-Date Automatic Watch White Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Tridor President Day-Date Automatic Watch White Gold

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Case Size/Width: 36mm, Watch Height: 12mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.0" Designer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Tridor Presid...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Unworn Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 Reference# 126000, Complete set, 2025
Unworn Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 Reference# 126000, Complete set, 2025

Unworn Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 Reference# 126000, Complete set, 2025

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

With water resistance to 100 m / 330 ft, and backed by the remaining Rolex International Warranty, this no-date Oyster Perpetual 36 is a refined, versatile companion—ideal for both e...

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Dial 18038 Men's Watch
Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Dial 18038 Men's Watch

Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Dial 18038 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date President 18038 Mens Watch. 36 mm 18k yellow gold case. 18k yellow gold fluted bezel.

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1802
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1802

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1802

By Rolex

Located in Westlake Village, CA

There is something about a smooth bezel on day-Dates, and the market is very well aware of that. These watches are hard to find, and the flat bezelel in place of the fluted one, invo...

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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

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

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Located in New York, NY

This watch comes with a full length 12-links Oyster bracelet which fits 7.5-8 inches wrist. MODEL CASE: Oyster, 36 mm, Oystersteel and white gold OYSTER ARCHITECTURE: Monobloc midd...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust, White Roman, Jubilee, Fluted, 126234, Unworn Watch, Complete
Rolex Datejust, White Roman, Jubilee, Fluted, 126234, Unworn Watch, Complete

Rolex Datejust, White Roman, Jubilee, Fluted, 126234, Unworn Watch, Complete

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Baselworld 2019 release. MODEL CASE: Oyster, 36 mm, Oystersteel and white gold OYSTER ARCHITECTURE: Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown DIAMETER: 36 mm MATE...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX White Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803
ROLEX White Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803

ROLEX White Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803

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Located in Firenze, IT

Rolex. An 18k white gold automatic wristwatch with sweep centre seconds, bracelet and rare large baton hands and hour markers. Ref. 1803, circa 1967. Cal. 1556 automatic movement, 26...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 "Concentric Dial" - Men's Automatic Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 "Concentric Dial" - Men's Automatic Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 "Concentric Dial" - Men's Automatic Watch

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Located in Antwerp, BE

For sale is a Swiss Made Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 men's watch with reference number 116000, dating back to the year 2009.

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date President Day Date Diamond Rare Dial and Bezel Gents Watch Ref 18
Rolex Day-Date President Day Date Diamond Rare Dial and Bezel Gents Watch Ref 18

Rolex Day-Date President Day Date Diamond Rare Dial and Bezel Gents Watch Ref 18

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage in like new condition and highy Collectable Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date President 18038 Mens Watch CIRCA 1988. 36 mm 18k yellow gold case Rare Rolex Blue Dial with Fa...

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Vintage 1980s Swazi Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Unworn Day-Date 36 Gents 18 Karat Rose Gold Rose Dial B&P 118205
Rolex Unworn Day-Date 36 Gents 18 Karat Rose Gold Rose Dial B&P 118205

Rolex Unworn Day-Date 36 Gents 18 Karat Rose Gold Rose Dial B&P 118205

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Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 36 mm Unworn 18k Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 36 Gents Wristwatch, rose dial with applied roman numerals, day at 12 0'clock, date at 3 0'clock, a fixed 18k rose gold smooth ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Very Rare Vintage Rolex Red Gold Day-Date Black Dial 1803
Very Rare Vintage Rolex Red Gold Day-Date Black Dial 1803

Very Rare Vintage Rolex Red Gold Day-Date Black Dial 1803

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Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Very Rare 36 mm 18k "Red Gold" Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Vintage Gents Wristwatch, black dial with applied hour markers, day at 12 0'clock, date at 3 0'clock, a fixed 18k red gold ...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Rolex Day-Date Vintage Gents 18 Karat Yellow Gold Champagne Dial 6611B
Rolex Day-Date Vintage Gents 18 Karat Yellow Gold Champagne Dial 6611B

Rolex Day-Date Vintage Gents 18 Karat Yellow Gold Champagne Dial 6611B

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 36 mm 1956 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Gents Wristwatch, champagne dial with applied hour markers, day at 12 0'clock, date at 3 0'clock, a fixed 18k yellow gold flute...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date Rare Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Champagne Guilloche Geometric Dial
Rolex Day-Date Rare Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Champagne Guilloche Geometric Dial

Rolex Day-Date Rare Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Champagne Guilloche Geometric Dial

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 36 mm 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Vintage Gents Wristwatch, rare champagne guilloche geometric dial with applied hour markers, day at 12 0'clock, date at 3 0'clock, a...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date Vintage Gents 18 Karat Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial 1803
Rolex Day-Date Vintage Gents 18 Karat Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial 1803

Rolex Day-Date Vintage Gents 18 Karat Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial 1803

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 36 mm 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Vintage Gents Wristwatch, champagne dial with applied hour markers each set with 2 round brilliant cut diamonds, day at 12 0'clock, ...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date White Gold Fluted Bezel Blue Ombre Diamond Dial Watch 128239
Rolex Day-Date White Gold Fluted Bezel Blue Ombre Diamond Dial Watch 128239

Rolex Day-Date White Gold Fluted Bezel Blue Ombre Diamond Dial Watch 128239

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Located in Aventura, FL

The Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 36 in 18 Ct White Gold with a Blue Ombré, Diamond-Set Dial, Fluted Bezel, and a President Bracelet.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rolex Rare Day-Date Vintage Gents 18 Karat Rose Gold Red Quarters Dial 1803
Rolex Rare Day-Date Vintage Gents 18 Karat Rose Gold Red Quarters Dial 1803

Rolex Rare Day-Date Vintage Gents 18 Karat Rose Gold Red Quarters Dial 1803

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 36 mm Rare 18k Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Vintage Gents Wristwatch, white dial with applied hour markers and red quarters of the hour, day at 12 0'clock, date at 3 0'clock...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Unworn Day-Date 18 Karat Gold Pink Mother of Pearl Carousel Dial 118398BR
Rolex Unworn Day-Date 18 Karat Gold Pink Mother of Pearl Carousel Dial 118398BR

Rolex Unworn Day-Date 18 Karat Gold Pink Mother of Pearl Carousel Dial 118398BR

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 36 mm Unworn 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date NOS Gents Wristwatch, pink mother of pearl carousel dial set with applied round brilliant cut diamonds, day at 12 0'clock, da...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Rare Day-Date Gents 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dinosaur Egg Diamond Dial 18238
Rolex Rare Day-Date Gents 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dinosaur Egg Diamond Dial 18238

Rolex Rare Day-Date Gents 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dinosaur Egg Diamond Dial 18238

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Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 36 mm Rare 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Gents Wristwatch, dinosaur egg dial set with 10 applied round brilliant cut diamond hour markers, day at 12 0'clock, date at 3 ...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Very Rare Day-Date 18k Yellow Gold Decorated Diamond and Ruby String Dial
Rolex Very Rare Day-Date 18k Yellow Gold Decorated Diamond and Ruby String Dial

Rolex Very Rare Day-Date 18k Yellow Gold Decorated Diamond and Ruby String Dial

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 36 mm Very Rare 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Gents Wristwatch, decorated champagne dial set with a string of 40 applied round brilliant cut diamonds and 11 applied rub...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Very Rare Rolex 18 Karat Gold Decorated Diamond and Ruby String Dial Day-Date
Very Rare Rolex 18 Karat Gold Decorated Diamond and Ruby String Dial Day-Date

Very Rare Rolex 18 Karat Gold Decorated Diamond and Ruby String Dial Day-Date

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 36 mm Very Rare 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Gents Wristwatch, champagne decorated dial, a string of approximately 51 round brilliant diamonds and ruby hour markers, d...

Category

20th Century Hong Kong Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Very Rare Day-Date Vintage Gents 18 Karat Gold Grey Qaboos Dial 1803/8
Rolex Very Rare Day-Date Vintage Gents 18 Karat Gold Grey Qaboos Dial 1803/8

Rolex Very Rare Day-Date Vintage Gents 18 Karat Gold Grey Qaboos Dial 1803/8

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Very Rare 36 mm 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Vintage Gents Wristwatch, grey dial with applied hour markers, day at 12 0'clock, date at 3 0'clock, Arabic inscription at...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Rolex 1803 Day-Date Oyster Perpetual 36mm 18k Rose Gold Watch
Rolex 1803 Day-Date Oyster Perpetual 36mm 18k Rose Gold Watch

Rolex 1803 Day-Date Oyster Perpetual 36mm 18k Rose Gold Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Rolex reference 1803 Day-Date Perpetual president watch Circa 1970s, 36mm 18k rose gold case, 18k rose gold oyster band with fold-over bucket.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rare Rolex Day-Date Vintage Gents 18 Karat Red Gold Matte Black Dial 6612
Rare Rolex Day-Date Vintage Gents 18 Karat Red Gold Matte Black Dial 6612

Rare Rolex Day-Date Vintage Gents 18 Karat Red Gold Matte Black Dial 6612

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 1957 36 mm Rare 18k Red Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Vintage Gents Wristwatch, refinished matte black dial with applied hour markers, day at 12 0'clock, date at 3 0'clock, a fixe...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Day-Date White Gold Diamond Bezel Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial 128349RBR
Rolex Day-Date White Gold Diamond Bezel Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial 128349RBR

Rolex Day-Date White Gold Diamond Bezel Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial 128349RBR

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

The Oyster Perpetual Day-Date is inlaid in a 36mm 18k white gold case surrounding a white mother-of-pearl dial set with diamonds in 18 ct gold settings and baguette-cut diamonds at 6...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rolex Datejust 36 - Rare Houndstooth Diamond Dial, Vintage 18k Yellow Gold watch
Rolex Datejust 36 - Rare Houndstooth Diamond Dial, Vintage 18k Yellow Gold watch

Rolex Datejust 36 - Rare Houndstooth Diamond Dial, Vintage 18k Yellow Gold watch

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Located in Antwerp, BE

For sale is a Swiss Made Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust men's watch with reference number 16018, dating back to 1988 based on its "R" serial number. It features a 36mm 18k solid yel...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex DateJust Mens Yellow Gold Steel Jubilee 3 CT Diamond Dial Watch 16013
Rolex DateJust Mens Yellow Gold Steel Jubilee 3 CT Diamond Dial Watch 16013

Rolex DateJust Mens Yellow Gold Steel Jubilee 3 CT Diamond Dial Watch 16013

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16013, The Datejust is one of the earliest models that survive today and provides a perfect lens through which to examine why Rolex is, well, Rolex.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Day Date Rose Gold Eisenkiesel Stone Dial Ref.128345RBR
Rolex Day Date Rose Gold Eisenkiesel Stone Dial Ref.128345RBR

Rolex Day Date Rose Gold Eisenkiesel Stone Dial Ref.128345RBR

By Rolex

Located in București, București

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 36 in 18K Everose Gold, with an eisenkiesel diamond-set bezel and a president bracelet.

Category

2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual President Day-Date Automatic Watch Yellow Gold 36
Rolex Oyster Perpetual President Day-Date Automatic Watch Yellow Gold 36

Rolex Oyster Perpetual President Day-Date Automatic Watch Yellow Gold 36

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Warranty Card - Undated Measurements: Case Size/Width: 36mm, Watch Height: 12mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.25" Designer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Pre...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date 36 For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact rolex oyster perpetual day date 36 you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 149 vintage editions and 20 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect rolex oyster perpetual day date 36 may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A rolex oyster perpetual day date 36 can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 20, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. 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 baguette cut alternatives. When shopping for a rolex oyster perpetual day date 36, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.

How Much is a Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date 36?

Prices for a rolex oyster perpetual day date 36 can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $6,900 and can go as high as $110,448, while this accessory, on average, fetches $10,750.

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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