Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual With Custom Sage Green Dial circa, 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002 METAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel Men's Watch 116000 with Rubber Strap
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel Men's Watch 116000 with Rubber Strap - Automatic winding
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Steel Coral Red Dial Automatic Men's Watch 124300
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Model Rolex Oyster Perpetual 124300 Style Luxury Movement Mechanical (Automatic) Band Color Steel Band
Rolex Yacht-Master Automatic Black Dial 18ct Oysterflex Rubber Strap 226659
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
The Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 42 in 18 ct white gold with an Oysterflex bracelet. This model
White Gold
Rolex Yacht-Master 116655 Everose Gold Oysterflex Strap Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
The Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 40mm Everose gold with an Oysterflex bracelet. This model
Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 18k Gold SS 36mm Automatic 1980s NA104
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.16013
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona 116519LN White Gold Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Daytona Cosmograph 116519LN Mens Watch. 40mm 18K white gold case. Ceramic
Rolex Daytona 116518 MOP Dial 18K Yellow Gold Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Daytona 116518 Mens Watch. 40mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold
Rolex Unworn Zebra Datejust White Gold Pave Diamond Dial Black Sapphire Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36 mm Unworn 18k White Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Gents NOS Wristwatch, black zebra striped
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Unworn Yacht-Master 40 Rainbow Rose Gold Pave Diamond Dial B&P 116695SATS
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An Unworn 18k Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 40 "Rainbow" Gents Wristwatch, pave diamond
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Datejust Zebra 18 Karat Gold Striped Pave Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel B&P
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36 mm 18k Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Zebra Gents Wristwatch, black zebra striped pave
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Unworn Yacht-Master 42 Gents 18 Karat White Gold Black Dial B&P 226659
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 42 mm Unworn 18k White Gold Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 42 Gents Wristwatch, black dial with
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date With Custom Blue Dial 1975
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500
Stainless Steel
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona White Gold Black Dial Rubber Strap Watch 126519LN
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
This Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona in 18 ct white gold, with a bright black and steel dial
White Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual With Custom Sage Green Dial circa, 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002 METAL
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
circumference: 6.5" Designer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Automatic Watch Yellow Gold and
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master Automatic Watch Rose Gold with Ceramic
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
circumference: 6.25" Designer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master Automatic Watch Rose Gold with Ceramic
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Blue "Vignette" Dial 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 3...
Stainless Steel
Rolex 34mm Oyster Perpetual Factory Olive Green Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Perpetual Oyster Perpetual 34 Watch of Stainless Steel. Olive green dial with index hour markers. Screw-down solid crown with twin lock double waterproofness system. Scratch-re...
$1,803 / item
Heart garnet Eternity Ring in 14k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with heart natural garnets. Heart garnet eternity ring band. Valentines gift jewelry. Full circle of hearts. January birthstone ring. Heart Garnet gold ring. Love ring....
Garnet, 14k Gold
Vintage Must de Cartier 590005 Tank Watch. 925 Vermeil ARGENT Quartz Tank.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). ref.590005 Comes with a new GUCCI leather band Rare Gray and White Dial with Quartz m...
Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 Yellow 2022 Bart Simpson New box papers
By Rolex
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
ROLEX Oyster Perpetual 36 Spetial Edition 'Bart Simpson' Ref. 12600. Wrist watch. Stainless steel. Automatic-movement Mint condition, unworn. Box and papers enclosed, bought 12/20...
Steel
BOTTEGA VENETA black Intrecciato leather LARGE CABAT Tote Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Bottega Veneta black intrecciato large cabat bag is an iconic representation of luxury and craftsmanship. Handwoven in the brand’s signature intrecciato technique...
$14,550
H 1.62 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.62 in
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Steel Custom Yellow Dial Oyster Men Watch 124300
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Aftermarket custom dial. Box and papers. Unworn condition. * Free Shipping within the USA * Five-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Real Ruby Station Chain Necklace 14k Solid Yellow Gold, Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Station Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut ruby. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Ruby improves mental strength....
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Custom Yellow Dial, 1960s
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 Daytona Cosmograph Stainless Steel White Dial Automatic Men Watch 116520
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-Owned. No Original Box and Papers are Included. Comes with a Chronostore Presentation Box and Chronostore Authenticity Card. Covered by 3-year Chronostore Warranty. * Free Shipp...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Hermes 2013 Black Mailbox Cube Q Square Porosus Leather Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Hermes 2013 Black Mailbox Cube Q Square Porosus Crocodile Leather Handbag is a stunning and rare accessory that embodies luxury and elegance. Crafted from exquisite black crocodi...
$40,823
H 1.58 in W 0.5 in Dm 1.58 in
Unworn Rolex Daytona 40mm Steel Ceramic White Dial Panda Oyster Watch 116500LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. 2023 card. Box and papers included. General Information: Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Name: Rolex Daytona 116500LN Model Number: 116500LN Country/Reg...
Steel
Mercedes Stainless Steel Post WWII Vintage Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In mint condition, enjoy this post WWII Style Mercedes Winder 32mm Men's Wrist Watch. With a pristine linen face, the gold tone hands and matchstick indexes are sleek and easy to rea...
Stainless Steel, Steel
Rolex 31mm Datejust Watch
By Rolex
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-Owned Rolex 31mm Datejust Automatic Watch Crafted in Stainless Steel with Polished Bezel, Acrylic Crystal, White Roman Dial, and Oyster Bracelet. Model 6824, Circa 1975. Overhaul...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Pink Dial from 1960''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: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm...
Rolex Stainless Oyster Perpetual Air King with Original Factory Black Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970'S DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Leng...
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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The watch has transformed several times over, but it’s still undeniably a classic.
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These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.