Rolex Submariner Date, Ref 1680, 40mm Case, Dial & Hands Coeval Patina, 1977/78
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Rolex Submariner Date , reference 1680, features a 40mm stainless steel case with
Rolex Submariner Date, Ref 1680, 40mm Case, Dial & Hands Coeval Patina, 1977/78
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Rolex Submariner Date , reference 1680, features a 40mm stainless steel case with
Vintage Rolex Oyster Precision 50s Ref 6424 Black Patina Dial Manual Wind 36mm.
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
1960s Rolex jubilee bracelet that compliments it quite well. Matching alpha hands and dagger hour
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Double Red Sea Dweller 1665 RARE MK 3 Dial with PATINA 40mm Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Dial with Stunning Patina Crystal: Acrylic Case Size: 40mm Includes: - Rolex Box
Steel, Stainless Steel
1964 Vintage Rolex Datejust 1603, Stainless Steel, Jubilee Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Tucson, AZ
Vintage 1964 Rolex Datejust with Papers, Custom Jubilee Bracelet An iconic classic, this vintage
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Rolex Stainless Steel and 14k Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch, Ref. 6605. Natural wear/patina on
14k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, Gold, Steel
Vintage Rolex Submariner Black Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 Feet First
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
; acrylic crystal with aging. Stainless steel case (41mm diameter). Black dial- Great Patina. Rolex
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
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
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
Unavailable
W 0.79 in D 0.6 in Dm 1.58 in L 8 in
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
Rolex Oyster Precision 5059 Men's Vintage Two-Tone Watch with Patina Dial
By Rolex
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Distance = 40 mm Lug-to-Lug Width = 19 mm Thickness = 8 mm Original Patina Rolex Dial w/ Gold Numbers, Tic
Rolex Day-Date 18238 Mint Men's Automatic Watch 18 Karat Silverpink Patina Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Day-Date 18238 Mint Mens Automatic Watch 18K Silverpink Patina Dial 36mm
Rolex Submariner, 5513, Circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Rolex Submariner (5513) with nice patina from 1978. Stainless steel.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref 5513
By Rolex
Located in Bologna, IT
Patina Original Rolex Bracelet Ref. 93150 and Leather Strap Automatic Winding Diameter: 40mm Year
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref 6536/1
By Rolex
Located in Bologna, IT
Dial with Patina Original Rolex Bracelet Ref. 7206 Automatic Movement Diameter: 36mm Year: 1959
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
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 1680 with Incredible Patina
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
The best patina ever on an original Rolex "Red" Submariner. Original insert and original matched
Stainless Steel
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
Stainless Steel
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
Steel
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
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Lady President Wristwatch with Original Patina circa 1990s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
and with a monochromatic dial. The patina that has developed from lack of wear is striking and adds
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 0.5 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.58 in
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
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch with Orange Patina Dial Ref 1680 circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rolex stainless steel Submariner wristwatch with orange patina dial, Ref. 1680, circa 1970s. Thick
Stainless Steel
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
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
Stainless Steel
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
Stainless Steel
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
Stainless Steel
Rolex OysterDate Men's Vintage Stainless Steel Watch 6694
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
stick markers and nice, vintage, patina. Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet. Pre-owned with custom
Stainless Steel
"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
Stainless Steel
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
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
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 ...
Stainless Steel
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 ...
Stainless Steel
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
Stainless Steel
Rolex Rose Gold Precision Super Balance Wristwatch Ref 3667
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
wear Crystal: Plastic Dial: Original Rolex Precision natural patina Inside case: Rolex Geneve Swiss
18k Gold, Rose Gold
1948 Rolex 14k Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Mid Size Wrist Watch 5015
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
patina intact. Original Rolex movement winds, sets, and runs smoothly and keeps excellent time. The dial
14k Gold
Retro Vintage Rolex Precision 17j Wind Up Watch w/ Unique 18K Gold Bracelet 3294
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
- 130 - 18C - 0,750 - 47326 - 3294 Condition: Vintage Rolex watch. Bracelet shows lovely patina. All
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
D 0.4 in Dm 1.38 in
Solid 14 Karat Gold Omega Watch Automatic Engraved New York Fire Dept Vintage
By Omega
Located in San Diego, CA
longines vintage style rolex passion breitling patina vintage watches only daytona swiss
14k Gold
Sold
W 0.71 in D 0.44 in Dm 1.15 in
Hamilton Watch 1960s 14 Karat Gold Filled Self Winding Swiss Leather Band
By Hamilton
Located in San Diego, CA
longines vintage style rolex passion breitling patina vintage watches only daytona swiss
14k Gold
Rolex Submariner 16800 Men's Automatic Watch Stainless Patina Black Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 16800 Men's Automatic Watch Stainless Patina Black Dial 40MM
Rolex Submariner 16800 Automatic Men's Watch Stainless Patina Black Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 16800 Automatic Men's Watch Stainless Patina Black Dial 40mm
Rolex Submariner 5513 Vintage Matte Patina Dial 1983 Stainless Men's
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 5513 Vintage Matte Patina Dial 1983 Stainless Mens 40mm
Rolex Submariner 16800 Men's Automatic Watch Patina Black Dial with Paper
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 16800 Men's Automatic Watch Patina Black Dial 40MM with Paper
Rolex Explorer II 16550 Vintage Men's Automatic Watch White Dial Patina Index
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Explorer II 16550 Vintage Mens Automatic Watch White Dial Patina Index 40m
Rolex Sea-Dweller Vintage 16660 Triple Six Patina Dial Automatic Watch, 1976
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Sea-Dweller Vintage 16660 Triple Six Patina Dial Automatic Watch 40mm 1976
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
Stainless Steel
Rolex Men's Dress Model circa 1960
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
tear drop shaped gold indexes and gold applied numbers and Rolex logo crown, with patina'd luminous
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master ref 1675 serial number 1.4 million circa 1966. Exceptionally
Stainless Steel
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
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Wristwatch Ref 6282 circa 1955
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex logo crown, applied ROLEX. Warmly patina’d textured waffle dial with raised gold triangular
Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex 1958 Lady-Datejust Watch 6517 - Yellow Gold 18k Automatic One Year
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Model: Lady-Datejust Model Number: 6517 Movement: Automatic Warranty: One Year Year: 1958 Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Champagne Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Ma...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Seamaster De Ville Automatic Day-Date Vintage Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in London, GB
A classic vintage Omega Seamaster De Ville wristwatch, featuring an automatic movement with day-date display. The watch is housed in an elegant gold-plated case, showcasing the refin...
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
OMEGA Automatic Watch. Omega Constellation Chronometer Mens Watch.
By Omega
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Omega Constellation Automatic Watch 1001 Omega Movement ref 168.047 Condition: Works and keeps time. Works like it should. Winds up while wearing it. Details: 34.5mm Ca...
Stainless Steel
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 / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diam...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Custom Blue Dial, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 35...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Made Blue Dial circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm x Diameter 36m...
Stainless Steel
Unworn Rolex Datejust 41 Green Jubilee Reference# 126300, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Datejust 41 Ref. 126300-0020 is an unworn modern classic that embodies the perfect blend of luxury, precision, and timeless sophistication. Crafted entirely from Oysterstee...
Stainless Steel
Unworn Rolex Datejust 31 Green Jubilee Reference# 278274, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Datejust 31 278274-0018 blends timeless elegance with contemporary refinement, making it a standout choice for those seeking a versatile luxury watch. Crafted from Oysterst...
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona Blue Dial White Gold Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Can be accommodated with an appraisal upon request, after return period. Marks through out the bracelet, no deep scratches BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Daytona REFERENCE: 116509 SIZE: 40mm ...
White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch in Stock
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch in Stock This is a super cool Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch. The watch is vintage but still very modern and classy. The case size...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Date Yellow Gold 15238
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 34mm Date by Rolex in yellow gold. Features a champagne dial, complemented by a yellow gold fluted bezel. The yellow gold Oyster bracelet is equipped with a deployant clasp, also i...
Yellow Gold
Rolex Submariner Glossy Gilt Explorer Dial 5513 Steel Automatic Watch, 1964
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 5513 Year: 1964 Serial number: 11xxxxx Reference: C03610 Many have seen Rolex signature design the 3,6,9 known to be the explorer dial as it is frequentl...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master II Root Beer Rose Gold & Steel Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex GMT-Master II Root Beer Rose Gold & Steel Men's Watch
Rose Gold, Steel
Rolex Vintage Submariner Single Red Matte Dial 1680 Steel Automatic Watch, 1970
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 1680 Year: 1970 Serial number: 29xxxxx Reference: C03865 Case: Show sign of wear with slight polish from previous; inner case back stamped 1680 IV.70 Di...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Exceptional Yves Saint Laurent Beaver Fur Coat c. 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
A Yves Saint Laurent beaver fur coat from the 1980s. The coat is in an oversized style and lined with 'YSL' monogram silk. No closure and hangs loosely. Brand new/unworn Fr 4...
Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual Yellow Gold 6593
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A yellow gold vintage Oyster Perpetual by Rolex from the 1950s. Features a champagne dial, complemented by a yellow gold fluted bezel. Fitted with plastic glass and a self-winding au...
Yellow 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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The watch has transformed several times over, but it’s still undeniably a classic.
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