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Rolex Pearlmaster

Rolex Lady-Datejust Pearlmaster 81209
Rolex Lady-Datejust Pearlmaster 81209

Rolex Lady-Datejust Pearlmaster 81209

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Rolex Lady-Datejust Pearlmaster 81209 is a luxurious and elegant timepiece crafted in 18k white gold, offering a refined and timeless look.

Category

2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Diamond Set 81339
Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Diamond Set 81339

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Diamond Set 81339

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A white gold 34mm Datejust Pearlmaster by Rolex. Features a black diamond dial, complemented by a white gold bezel set with approximately 118 round brilliant cut diamonds.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rolex DateJust Pearlmaster Diamond Set 80299
Rolex DateJust Pearlmaster Diamond Set 80299

Rolex DateJust Pearlmaster Diamond Set 80299

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

The white gold Pearlmaster bracelet is set with 154 round brilliant cut diamonds and a white gold deployant clasp.

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Ladies, Ref. 80299
Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Ladies, Ref. 80299

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Ladies, Ref. 80299

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Rolex Lady-Datejust Pearlmaster, reference number 80299, a refined timepiece tailored for women seeking both elegance and functionality.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rolex Pearlmaster Tridor Meteorite Dial Diamond (18948)
Rolex Pearlmaster Tridor Meteorite Dial Diamond (18948)

Rolex Pearlmaster Tridor Meteorite Dial Diamond (18948)

By Rolex

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Bracelet and Clasp: 18K Tridor Pearlmaster bracelet combining yellow, white, and rose gold links with a concealed folding Crownclasp.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Woman's Datejust Pearlmaster Wristwatch
Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Woman's Datejust Pearlmaster Wristwatch

Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Woman's Datejust Pearlmaster Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in San Francisco, CA

A Rolex Pearlmaster that is as stylish as it is beautiful! Style 80318, the mother-of-pearl dial, 12 diamond bezel, Pearlmaster bracelet with aftermarket diamonds, synthetic sapphire...

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Pearlmaster 80298 Tricolor Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
Rolex Pearlmaster 80298 Tricolor Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch

Rolex Pearlmaster 80298 Tricolor Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

This luxury watch features an 18kt yellow gold case and an 18kt yellow, white, and rose gold Rolex Pearlmaster bracelet, complemented by a fixed diamond-set bezel.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster White Gold Diamond Set 29mm 80359
Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster White Gold Diamond Set 29mm 80359

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster White Gold Diamond Set 29mm 80359

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

Fitted with the signature Pearlmaster bracelet in 18k white gold, secured by a concealed deployant clasp.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster 80298 29mm MOP Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 18K Gold
Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster 80298 29mm MOP Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 18K Gold

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster 80298 29mm MOP Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 18K Gold

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 80298 Serial: P904*** Year: 2000 Model: Rolex Ladies Datejust Pearlmaster Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Factory Di...

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Pearlmaster Datejust Ref.80318 29mm Solid Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl dial
Rolex Pearlmaster Datejust Ref.80318 29mm Solid Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl dial

Rolex Pearlmaster Datejust Ref.80318 29mm Solid Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl dial

By Rolex

Located in Zurich, CH

The watch is fitted to its original, highly coveted 5-piece rounded link Pearlmaster bracelet in solid 18K yellow gold. Designed for extraordinary comfort and fluid drape on the wris...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster 29mm 69299 Diamond Bezel Diamond Dial 18K White Gold
Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster 29mm 69299 Diamond Bezel Diamond Dial 18K White Gold

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster 29mm 69299 Diamond Bezel Diamond Dial 18K White Gold

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 69299 Serial:W071*** Model: Pearlmaster Case: 18K White Gold Band: 18K White Gold Bezel: Original Factory Diamond Bezel Dial: Original Silver Factory Diamond Dia...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster 69299 29mm Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 18K White Gold
Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster 69299 29mm Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 18K White Gold

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster 69299 29mm Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 18K White Gold

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 69299 Serial: N587*** Year: 1991 Model: Ladies Pearlmaster Case: 18K White Gold Band: 18K White Gold Bezel: Original Factory Diamond Bezel Dial: Original Silver...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Day-Date Masterpiece Diamond Set 18956
Rolex Day-Date Masterpiece Diamond Set 18956

Rolex Day-Date Masterpiece Diamond Set 18956

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

The watch is fitted with a platinum pearlmaster bracelet and a deployant clasp. In excellent condition, the watch comes with a presentation box, our own one year warranty and guara...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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Rolex Pearlmaster 80328
Rolex Pearlmaster 80328

Rolex Pearlmaster 80328

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Rolex Pearlmaster 80328

By Rolex

Located in Surfside, FL

Rolex Pearlmaster in 18k yellow gold with original single trapezoid diamond bezel.

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Pearlmaster Wristwatch
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Pearlmaster Wristwatch

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Pearlmaster Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Spartanburg, SC

Lady's 18K yellow gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Pearlmaster with champagne diamond dial, diamond bezel and diamond bracelet.

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Pearlmaster Diamond Bezel Day-Date Men's Watch 18946 new
Rolex Pearlmaster Diamond Bezel Day-Date Men's Watch 18946 new

Rolex Pearlmaster Diamond Bezel Day-Date Men's Watch 18946 new

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Pearlmaster Diamond Bezel Day-Date Men's Watch model:18946 Brand new Box papers Platinum Watch free over night shipping shop with confidence Bank wire only

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Pearlmaster Champagne Dial Automatic Wristwatch
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Pearlmaster Champagne Dial Automatic Wristwatch

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Pearlmaster Champagne Dial Automatic Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Brand Name Rolex Style Number 69298 Series Pearlmaster 29 Masterpiece Gender Lady's Case Material 18k Yellow Gold Dial Color Champagne w/ Diamonds Movement Automatic En...

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster White Gold Diamond Dial Automatic Ladies Watch 81209
Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster White Gold Diamond Dial Automatic Ladies Watch 81209

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster White Gold Diamond Dial Automatic Ladies Watch 81209

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Ladies Watch Model Number: 81209 100% Authentic Brand New Comes with original Rolex box, warranty card and instruction manual 18 Karat White Gold Case...

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Yellow Gold Diamond Set Bracelet Lady Watch 80298 New
Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Yellow Gold Diamond Set Bracelet Lady Watch 80298 New

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Yellow Gold Diamond Set Bracelet Lady Watch 80298 New

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Ladies Watch Model Number 80298-74978BR 100% Authentic Brand New / Old Stock Comes with original Rolex Box, warranty card and instruction manual 18 Ka...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Pearlmaster Tridor 18k Gold Men's Day-Date w/ Tahitian MOP Dial 18948
Rolex Pearlmaster Tridor 18k Gold Men's Day-Date w/ Tahitian MOP Dial 18948

Rolex Pearlmaster Tridor 18k Gold Men's Day-Date w/ Tahitian MOP Dial 18948

By Rolex

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Rolex Pearlmaster Tridor 18k Gold Men's Day-Date w/ Tahitian MOP Dial 18948 Model #18948 Rolex Masterpiece Trido Pearlmaster Serial #K5860XX Movement #3155 (31 Jewels) Movement Seria...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Pearlmaster 29 80318
Rolex Pearlmaster 29 80318

Rolex Pearlmaster 29 80318

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W5067 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Pearlmaster Model Ref: 80318 Age: Gender: Ladies Complete With: Box Only Dial: Mother of Pearl & Diamond Markers Glass: Sapphire Crystal Moveme...

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

White Gold Rolex Pearlmaster  80319
White Gold Rolex Pearlmaster  80319

White Gold Rolex Pearlmaster 80319

By Rolex

Located in Princeton, NJ

A neo-vintage Rolex Pearlmaster finished in white gold and featuring a mother-of-pearl dial with diamond hour markers, the bezel of the timepiece also set with diamonds.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Tridor 80298
Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Tridor 80298

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Tridor 80298

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A stunning ladies diamond set 29mm Datejust Pearlmaster in tri-gold by Rolex. Featuring a champagne dial with diamond set hour markers and a yellow gold bezel set with 32 brilliant r...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Pearlmaster Platinum Watch 18956BR
Rolex Pearlmaster Platinum Watch 18956BR

Rolex Pearlmaster Platinum Watch 18956BR

By Rolex

Located in Southampton, PA

The Rolex Pearlmaster Diamond Watch, reference number 18956BR, is a refreshing take on a luxury timepiece.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Tridor Pearlmaster Ladies Watch 80298
Rolex Tridor Pearlmaster Ladies Watch 80298

Rolex Tridor Pearlmaster Ladies Watch 80298

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Tridor Pearlmaster Ladies Watch 80298 - Automatic. 18k yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel ( 29 mm ).

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Pearlmaster Datejust Diamond Bezel 80318
Rolex Pearlmaster Datejust Diamond Bezel 80318

Rolex Pearlmaster Datejust Diamond Bezel 80318

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

Fitted with a sapphire glass, a self-winding automatic movement and a yellow gold Pearlmaster bracelet equipped with a deployant clasp.

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Diamond and Sapphire Pearlmaster Datejust
Rolex Diamond and Sapphire Pearlmaster Datejust

Rolex Diamond and Sapphire Pearlmaster Datejust

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A White Gold Oyster Perpetual Pearlmaster Datejust Ladies Wristwatch, sodalite dial set with 10 applied round brilliant cut diamond hour markers, date at 3 0'clock, a fixed white gol...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Diamond Set 80319
Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Diamond Set 80319

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Diamond Set 80319

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A white gold ladies Datejust pearlmaster by Rolex. Featuring a blue diamond dial with a white gold bezel set with 12 round brilliant cut diamonds.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex DateJust Pearlmaster Diamond Sat 69298
Rolex DateJust Pearlmaster Diamond Sat 69298

Rolex DateJust Pearlmaster Diamond Sat 69298

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A striking Datejust Pearlmaster crafted in yellow gold by Rolex. Features a champagne dial set with 10 round brilliant cut diamond hour markers, and a yellow gold diamond set bezel.

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Diamond Set 80299
Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Diamond Set 80299

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Diamond Set 80299

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A ladies 29mm Pearlmaster Datejust crafted in white gold by Rolex.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Tridor 80298 Watch
Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Tridor 80298 Watch

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Tridor 80298 Watch

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A stunning ladies Datejust Pearlmaster crafted in tri-gold by Rolex. Featuring a mother of pearl dial with diamond set applied hour markers and a date aperture at 3 o'clock.

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Ladies Diamond Watch 80318
Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Ladies Diamond Watch 80318

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Ladies Diamond Watch 80318

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

White Roman numerals Dial. 18k yellow gold Pearlmaster bracelet. Pre-owned with box and books.

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust PearlMaster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 80319
Rolex Datejust PearlMaster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 80319

Rolex Datejust PearlMaster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 80319

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Rolex MPN: 80319 Model: Datejust Pearlmaster Case Material: 18k white gold Case Diameter: 29mm Crystal: Scratch resistant sapphire Bezel: 18k white gold diamond bezel (factory...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust PearlMaster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 80319
Rolex Datejust PearlMaster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 80319

Rolex Datejust PearlMaster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 80319

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Rolex MPN: 80319 Model: Datejust Pearlmaster Case Material: 18k white gold Case Diameter: 29mm Crystal: Scratch resistant sapphire Bezel: 18k white gold diamond bezel (factory...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Midsize White Gold Watch 81209
Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Midsize White Gold Watch 81209

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Midsize White Gold Watch 81209

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Factory meteorite diamond dial. 18k white gold Pearlmaster bracelet. Pre-owned with custom box.

Category

20th Century French Wrist Watches

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Midsize White Gold Watch 81209
Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Midsize White Gold Watch 81209

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Midsize White Gold Watch 81209

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Factory meteorite diamond dial. 18k white gold Pearlmaster bracelet. Pre-owned with Rolex travel box.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Ladies Masterpiece/Pearlmaster Gold Diamond Watch 69298
Rolex Ladies Masterpiece/Pearlmaster Gold Diamond Watch 69298

Rolex Ladies Masterpiece/Pearlmaster Gold Diamond Watch 69298

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Factory Rolex Champagne diamond dial. 18k yellow gold Pearlmaster bracelet. Pre-owned with box and books.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Ladies Masterpiece/Pearlmaster Gold Diamond Watch 80298
Rolex Ladies Masterpiece/Pearlmaster Gold Diamond Watch 80298

Rolex Ladies Masterpiece/Pearlmaster Gold Diamond Watch 80298

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Factory Mother of Pearl dial with diamond hour markers. Pearlmaster bracelet. Pre-owned with box and books

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Midsize White Gold Watch 81209
Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Midsize White Gold Watch 81209

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Midsize White Gold Watch 81209

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Silver Rolex Jubilee Dial. 18k white gold Pearlmaster bracelet. Pre-owned with Rolex box and books.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Myriad Roman Diamond Dial 69298
Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Myriad Roman Diamond Dial 69298

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster Myriad Roman Diamond Dial 69298

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Factory champagne Myriad Roman diamond dial. 18k yellow gold Pearlmaster bracelet. Pre-owned with box and books.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Ladies Masterpiece/Pearlmaster Gold Diamond Watch 80298
Rolex Ladies Masterpiece/Pearlmaster Gold Diamond Watch 80298

Rolex Ladies Masterpiece/Pearlmaster Gold Diamond Watch 80298

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Factory Mother of Pearl dial with diamond hour markers. Pearlmaster bracelet. Pre-owned with box and card. card dated 2007

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Rolex Pearlmaster For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact rolex pearlmaster you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect rolex pearlmaster may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Take a look at a rolex pearlmaster featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also baguette cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a rolex pearlmaster, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Rolex Pearlmaster?

Prices for a rolex pearlmaster can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $11,300 and can go as high as $82,325, while this accessory, on average, fetches $22,800.

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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