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Rolex Submariner Date, Ref 1680, 40mm Case, Dial & Hands Coeval Patina, 1977/78
Rolex Submariner Date, Ref 1680, 40mm Case, Dial & Hands Coeval Patina, 1977/78

Rolex Submariner Date, Ref 1680, 40mm Case, Dial & Hands Coeval Patina, 1977/78

By Rolex

Located in Canterbury, England

Presented in excellent condition for its age and as a sports Rolex from the 1970s, the dial and hands have coeval patina and we consider original along with the bezel insert.

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

1961 Rolex Oyster Royal 6427 Stainless Steel Patina White Dial Manual 34 mm
1961 Rolex Oyster Royal 6427 Stainless Steel Patina White Dial Manual 34 mm

1961 Rolex Oyster Royal 6427 Stainless Steel Patina White Dial Manual 34 mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Mid-Century Oyster Foundation The reference 6427 represents a pure, unadorned expression of mid-century design language, originating from an era when utilitarian durability and ...

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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Double Red Sea Dweller 1665 RARE MK 3 Dial with PATINA 40mm Steel
Vintage Rolex Double Red Sea Dweller 1665 RARE MK 3 Dial with PATINA 40mm Steel

Vintage Rolex Double Red Sea Dweller 1665 RARE MK 3 Dial with PATINA 40mm Steel

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 1665 Serial: 354**** Year: 1974 Model: Vintage Rolex Double Red Sea Dweller Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Black ...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

1964 Vintage Rolex Datejust 1603, Stainless Steel, Jubilee Bracelet
1964 Vintage Rolex Datejust 1603, Stainless Steel, Jubilee Bracelet

1964 Vintage Rolex Datejust 1603, Stainless Steel, Jubilee Bracelet

By Rolex

Located in Tucson, AZ

The robust stainless steel case showcases clean lines and enduring construction, underscoring the Datejust’s reputation for both luxury and reliability. Authentic 1964 Rolex Datejus...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Rolex Submariner 16800 Vintage Mens Watch Stainless Patina Matte Dial
Rolex Submariner 16800 Vintage Mens Watch Stainless Patina Matte Dial

Rolex Submariner 16800 Vintage Mens Watch Stainless Patina Matte Dial

Unavailable

W 0.75 in D 0.52 in Dm 1.58 in L 6.5 in

Rolex Submariner 16800 Vintage Mens Watch Stainless Patina Matte Dial

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Submariner 16800 Vintage Mens Watch Stainless Patina Matte Dial 40MM

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Submariner 5513 2.2M Vintage Patina Matte Serif Feet First Watch
Rolex Submariner 5513 2.2M Vintage Patina Matte Serif Feet First Watch

Rolex Submariner 5513 2.2M Vintage Patina Matte Serif Feet First Watch

Unavailable

W 0.71 in D 0.6 in Dm 1.58 in L 8 in

Rolex Submariner 5513 2.2M Vintage Patina Matte Serif Feet First Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Submariner 5513 2.2M Vintage Patina Matte Serif Feet First Watch

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2940 Bubble Back Vintage Patina Automatic Watch SS
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2940 Bubble Back Vintage Patina Automatic Watch SS

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2940 Bubble Back Vintage Patina Automatic Watch SS

Unavailable

W 0.71 in D 0.56 in Dm 1.26 in L 7.49 in

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2940 Bubble Back Vintage Patina Automatic Watch SS

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2940 Bubble Back Vintage Patina Automatic Watch SS 32mm

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Submariner Vintage 5513 Spider Dial 8.9 Mil Unpolished Patina Watch
Rolex Submariner Vintage 5513 Spider Dial 8.9 Mil Unpolished Patina Watch

Rolex Submariner Vintage 5513 Spider Dial 8.9 Mil Unpolished Patina Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Submariner Vintage 5513 Spider Dial 8.9 mil Unpolished Patina Watch 40mm

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Precision 5059 Men's Vintage Two-Tone Watch with Patina Dial
Rolex Oyster Precision 5059 Men's Vintage Two-Tone Watch with Patina Dial

Rolex Oyster Precision 5059 Men's Vintage Two-Tone Watch with Patina Dial

By Rolex

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Model: Oyster Precision Model #5059 Serial #6392XX Movement #710-10.5 Manufacture Year: 1949 or 1950 Stainless Steel Case w/ Gold Engine-Turned Bezel 33 mm in Diameter (36 mm w/ Crow...

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Submariner, 5513, Circa 1978
Rolex Submariner, 5513, Circa 1978

Rolex Submariner, 5513, Circa 1978

Unavailable

H 1.58 in Dm 1.58 in

Rolex Submariner, 5513, Circa 1978

By Rolex

Located in Los Gatos, CA

Rolex Submariner (5513) with nice patina from 1978.

Category

Vintage 1970s Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref 5513
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref 5513

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref 5513

By Rolex

Located in Bologna, IT

Steel Case Black Matt Dial with Patina Original Rolex Bracelet Ref. 93150 and Leather Strap Automatic Winding Diameter: 40mm Year: About 1978

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref 6536/1
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref 6536/1

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref 6536/1

By Rolex

Located in Bologna, IT

Rolex Rolex Submariner Meters First Ref. 6536/1 Serial Number: 399XXX Steel Case Black Tritium Dial with Patina Original Rolex Bracelet Ref. 7206 Automatic Movement Diameter:...

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Antique 1750s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex Datejust Serpico Y Latino Patina Dial 6605
Vintage Rolex Datejust Serpico Y Latino Patina Dial 6605

Vintage Rolex Datejust Serpico Y Latino Patina Dial 6605

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A stunning vintage Rolex Datejust in yellow gold with a unique Patina dial signed by Serpico y Laino at 12 o'clock.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Tropical Patina Wristwatch
Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Tropical Patina Wristwatch

Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Tropical Patina Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

A truly vintage looking vintage time piece with a distinctive tropical patina enhanced by original stylized hands. Rose gold and stainless steel models from this era are exceedingly ...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Strong Patina Rolex Submariner 1680 with Box & Papers Circa 1979
Strong Patina Rolex Submariner 1680 with Box & Papers Circa 1979

Strong Patina Rolex Submariner 1680 with Box & Papers Circa 1979

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Distinctive from its counterparts due to the striking patina, this ref. #1680 Submariner will be a unique addition to your watch wardrobe. Offered in lovely original condition and in...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pre-Owned Mint Rolex Explorer II Ref. #1655 with Patina
Pre-Owned Mint Rolex Explorer II Ref. #1655 with Patina

Pre-Owned Mint Rolex Explorer II Ref. #1655 with Patina

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

This watch is noted for its exceptional “pumpkin” colored patina, mint overall condition and unpolished case. It is an example that would suit the preference of the discerning collec...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

1990 Rolex Submariner Men's Watch 14060 Black Dial Bezel 40mm Patina
1990 Rolex Submariner Men's Watch 14060 Black Dial Bezel 40mm Patina

1990 Rolex Submariner Men's Watch 14060 Black Dial Bezel 40mm Patina

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Rolex's Men's Submariner Watch Model: 14060 Serial: E715498 This classic Rolex submariner with a black dial and black bezel is from 1990 Automatic movement Stainless steel oyster...

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Antique Early 1900s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Lady President Wristwatch with Original Patina circa 1990s
Rolex Yellow Gold Lady President Wristwatch with Original Patina circa 1990s

Rolex Yellow Gold Lady President Wristwatch with Original Patina circa 1990s

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

This watch offers the most popular combination of the favored 31mm case size, in 18k yellow gold and with a monochromatic dial. The patina that has developed from lack of wear is str...

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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Submariner Black Matte Patina Dial Steel Automatic Men’s 1983 Watch 16800
Rolex Submariner Black Matte Patina Dial Steel Automatic Men’s 1983 Watch 16800

Rolex Submariner Black Matte Patina Dial Steel Automatic Men’s 1983 Watch 16800

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This pre-owned Rolex Submariner 16800 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by an automatic movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Submariner 16800 4-Liner Date Black Dial Patina Steel Automatic Mens Watch
Rolex Submariner 16800 4-Liner Date Black Dial Patina Steel Automatic Mens Watch

Rolex Submariner 16800 4-Liner Date Black Dial Patina Steel Automatic Mens Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This pre-owned Rolex Submariner 16800 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by an automatic movement which is cased in a stainless steel case. It has a round shape face, dat...

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

1987 Tiffany & Co. Rolex Explorer Patina Watch 16570
1987 Tiffany & Co. Rolex Explorer Patina Watch 16570

1987 Tiffany & Co. Rolex Explorer Patina Watch 16570

By Rolex for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Hicksville, NY

Brand: Rolex Model Name: Rolex Explorer II 40 Black Dial Automatic Steel Mens Watch 16570 Model Number: 16570 Gender: Mens Movement: Officially certified chronometer self-winding mov...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tudor Rolex Big Crown Submariner

Tudor Rolex Big Crown Submariner

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Tudor Rolex Big Crown Submariner -Patina on Dial and Hands -8mm watch crown -Ref.7924 -Very rare dial, hands & bezel!

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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Chronometer California Dial
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Chronometer California Dial

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Chronometer California Dial

By Rolex

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

ROLEX REF. 3458 BUBBLE BACK.STAINLESS STEEL BEAUTIFULL PATINA Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Chronometer, .Ref. #3458.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex OysterDate Men's Vintage Stainless Steel Watch 6694
Rolex OysterDate Men's Vintage Stainless Steel Watch 6694

Rolex OysterDate Men's Vintage Stainless Steel Watch 6694

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Silver/white dial with stick markers and nice, vintage, patina. Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet. Pre-owned with custom box.

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

"James Bond" Stainless Steel 1950's Submariner Ref. 5508
"James Bond" Stainless Steel 1950's Submariner Ref. 5508

"James Bond" Stainless Steel 1950's Submariner Ref. 5508

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Stainless Steel 1950's "James Bond" Submariner Ref. 5508 by Rolex - Beautiful Patina, Mint condition case!, an overall great example of the "James Bond" Submariner, circa 1958

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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner 5513 Patina Dial Watch, 1970s
Rolex Submariner 5513 Patina Dial Watch, 1970s

Rolex Submariner 5513 Patina Dial Watch, 1970s

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Here's a Rolex Submariner reference 5513 automatic with a matte black no date dial and tritium hour markers from the 1970s.

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Beautifully Patina Dial 1959
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Beautifully Patina Dial 1959

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Beautifully Patina Dial 1959

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Factory House STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1959 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 34m...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex Sea Dweller 1665 Stainless Steel Creamy Patina, 1981
Vintage Rolex Sea Dweller 1665 Stainless Steel Creamy Patina, 1981

Vintage Rolex Sea Dweller 1665 Stainless Steel Creamy Patina, 1981

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 1665 Serial: 6752*** Year: 1981 Model: Sea Dweller Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Black ...

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Sea Dweller 1665 Stainless Steel Creamy Patina, 1981
Vintage Rolex Sea Dweller 1665 Stainless Steel Creamy Patina, 1981

Vintage Rolex Sea Dweller 1665 Stainless Steel Creamy Patina, 1981

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 1665 Serial: 6752*** Year: 1981 Model: Sea Dweller Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Black Face: Acrylic Case ...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Silvered Patina Dial From 1962
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Silvered Patina Dial From 1962

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Silvered Patina Dial From 1962

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: 1962 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X D...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Rose Gold Precision Super Balance Wristwatch Ref 3667
Rolex Rose Gold Precision Super Balance Wristwatch Ref 3667

Rolex Rose Gold Precision Super Balance Wristwatch Ref 3667

By Rolex

Located in Stamford, CT

The finest example of early Rolex dress watch we have seen in years. 18k pink gold 34.8 grams Length: 383.5mm Width: 34mm Band width at case: 20mm Case thickness: 7.85mm Ban...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

1948 Rolex 14k Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Mid Size Wrist Watch 5015
1948 Rolex 14k Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Mid Size Wrist Watch 5015

1948 Rolex 14k Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Mid Size Wrist Watch 5015

By Rolex

Located in Montclair, NJ

Original Rolex case and movement. Minor scratching from normal daily wear w/ original finish and patina intact.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Solid 14 Karat Gold Omega Watch Automatic Engraved New York Fire Dept Vintage
Solid 14 Karat Gold Omega Watch Automatic Engraved New York Fire Dept Vintage

Solid 14 Karat Gold Omega Watch Automatic Engraved New York Fire Dept Vintage

By Omega

Located in San Diego, CA

Offering many designs such as hand engraved, filigree, vintage, contemporary, one-of-a-kind, bezel, pave, three-stone, halo and men’s. vintage watch rolex watch watches vintage w...

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Hamilton Watch 1960s 14 Karat Gold Filled Self Winding Swiss Leather Band
Hamilton Watch 1960s 14 Karat Gold Filled Self Winding Swiss Leather Band

Hamilton Watch 1960s 14 Karat Gold Filled Self Winding Swiss Leather Band

By Hamilton

Located in San Diego, CA

Offering many designs such as hand engraved, filigree, vintage, contemporary, one-of-a-kind, bezel, pave, three-stone, halo and men’s. vintage watch rolex watch watches vintage wat...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Patina’d Dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16000 1978
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Patina’d Dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16000 1978

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Patina’d Dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16000 1978

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Datejust stainless steel scarce ref 16000 with richly patina’d original dial case serial #5.5 million circa 1978.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Men's Dress Model circa 1960
Rolex Men's Dress Model circa 1960

Rolex Men's Dress Model circa 1960

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex SS Oyster Perpetual ref # 6564 serial# 288,xxx circa 1957. 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel, screw down period crown, and magnificent black original waffle dial in mint cin...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch ref 1675
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch ref 1675

Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch ref 1675

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Exceptionally lovely example with all the desirable features of a collectible vintage sport Rolex. Featuring a beautifully patina’d original red and blue pepsi bezel, beautiful origi...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Water Resistant Speed King Wristwatch
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Water Resistant Speed King Wristwatch

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Water Resistant Speed King Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Milano, IT

A beautiful 18 KT yellow gold tonneau shape Rolex with special "patina" dial with applied buttons indexes and yellow gold hands.

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Wristwatch Ref 6282 circa 1955
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Wristwatch Ref 6282 circa 1955

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Wristwatch Ref 6282 circa 1955

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Featuring applied gold Rolex logo crown, applied ROLEX. Warmly patina’d textured waffle dial with raised gold triangular indexes, patina’d luminous dots and matching tapered dauphine...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

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By Rolex

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By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6334 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Shell CIRCA / YEAR: 1953 / 54 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

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Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Modernist Watch circa 1948 with High Grade Movement

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By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Moderist / Reference 8143 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold & Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1948 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm "Lug ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Gold, Platinum

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Rolex Transitional GMT-Master Pepsi 16750

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Stainless Steel Transitional GMT-Master Vintage Men's Wristwatch, black dial with applied hour markers, date at 3 0'clock, a stainless steel bi-directional rotating bezel with a bl...

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

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Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch in Stock

Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch in Stock

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Oyster 6246 36mm Dial Small Seconds Manual Wind Watch Circa 1972
Vintage Rolex Oyster 6246 36mm Dial Small Seconds Manual Wind Watch Circa 1972

Vintage Rolex Oyster 6246 36mm Dial Small Seconds Manual Wind Watch Circa 1972

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Rolex Oyster ref. 6246, originally produced in the mid-1950s and factory serviced and recased by Rolex in 1972. The watch features a silver dial with applied hour markers, an...

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Vintage 1970s Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Gold

Rolex Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual Very Rare Deepsea From 1954 / 55 Original Dial
Rolex Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual Very Rare Deepsea From 1954 / 55 Original Dial

Rolex Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual Very Rare Deepsea From 1954 / 55 Original Dial

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6332 METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Shell CIRCA / YEAR: 1954 / 55 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diamet...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Gold

1969 Omega Geneve Vintage Mens Waterproof Style Classic Watch - Stainless Steel
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By Omega

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

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By Omega

Located in Antwerp, BE

Extremely Rare & Collectors Omega Seamaster Chronograph Waterproof Case Wrist Watch Cal 321 in Amazing Condition ! Movement : Mechanical Manual Winding Caliber 321 Case : Solid 18 ...

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20th Century Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Very Rare Vintage 1944 Omega Chronometer Watch US Navy Issued
Very Rare Vintage 1944 Omega Chronometer Watch US Navy Issued

Very Rare Vintage 1944 Omega Chronometer Watch US Navy Issued

By Omega

Located in New York, NY

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Panerai Montre Luminor Marina 1048 Waterproof Automatic Steel Leather Watch 40mm
Panerai Montre Luminor Marina 1048 Waterproof Automatic Steel Leather Watch 40mm

Panerai Montre Luminor Marina 1048 Waterproof Automatic Steel Leather Watch 40mm

By Panerai

Located in PARIS, FR

Panerai Luminor Marina series 1048 watch, brushed steel case and polished steel bezel, automatic with seconds at 9 o'clock and date calendar at 3 o'clock, black dial, luminescent bat...

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Early 2000s French Wrist Watches

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Steel

1918 Longines Tiffany & Co. Caliber 13.33 Mens World War I Military Chronograph
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1918 Longines Tiffany & Co. Caliber 13.33 Mens World War I Military Chronograph

By Longines

Located in Suwanee, GA

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Vintage 1910s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Sterling Silver

Rolex Daytona Blue Cosmograph Ref. #6239, Circa 1966
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By Rolex

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex 1665 Double Red Sea Dweller Stainless Steel 40mm 1972
Vintage Rolex 1665 Double Red Sea Dweller Stainless Steel 40mm 1972

Vintage Rolex 1665 Double Red Sea Dweller Stainless Steel 40mm 1972

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 1665 Serial: 3066*** Year: 1972 Model: Sea Dweller Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Black Dial: Black DOUBLE RED SEA DWELLER Face: Acryli...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex Submariner Small Crown Gilt Black Dial 6205 Steel Automatic Watch 1954
Rolex Submariner Small Crown Gilt Black Dial 6205 Steel Automatic Watch 1954

Rolex Submariner Small Crown Gilt Black Dial 6205 Steel Automatic Watch 1954

By Rolex

Located in Central & Western District, HK

Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 6205 Year: 1954 Serial number: 21xxx Reference: OT1504 Model 6204 as the first small crown submariner produced in 1953, guarantee depth rate 100 meters. ...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Rolex Vintage Explorer II Steve McQueen Albino Mark II Dial 1655
Rolex Vintage Explorer II Steve McQueen Albino Mark II Dial 1655

Rolex Vintage Explorer II Steve McQueen Albino Mark II Dial 1655

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A rare Steve Mcqueen Rolex Explorer II labelled the albino. Hard to come by, the orange 24-hour hand the Explorer is iconically known for has faded over the years to white, ultimatel...

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

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Rolex Patina For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the rolex patina you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Stainless Steel, Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Making the right choice when shopping for a rolex patina may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a rolex patina, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Rolex Patina?

Prices for a rolex patina can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $3,245 and can go as high as $29,995, while this accessory, on average, fetches $13,138.

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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