Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 34mm 18k Solid Gold Automatic 1960s NA110G
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Precision ref.1002 automatic, c.1967, in
Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1003 34mm 14k Gold SS Automatic 1960s NA129B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage icon, Men's 14k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Precision ref.1003 automatic, c.1966
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1003 34mm 14k Gold SS Automatic 1960s RA435
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's 14k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Precision ref.1003 automatic, c
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1003 34mm 14k Gold SS Automatic 1960s NA129S
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage icon, Men's 14k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Precision ref.1003 automatic, c.1966
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1003 34mm 14k Gold SS Automatic 1960s RA435S
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's 14k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Precision ref.1003 automatic, c
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
2002 Rolex Day-Date 18 Karat White Gold and Original Diamond Dial Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
storied legacy. This Day-Date 118209, bold, stylish, and unmistakably Rolex, features precision cuts of
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Rolex Precision Diamond Watch 18ct Gold
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Circa 1950s–60s Rare vintage Rolex Precision Cocktail watch 18 carat gold Diamond bezel with 20
Rolex Precision 22mm Diamond Bezel 18K Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex Precision manual-wind watch in 18K yellow gold featuring a 22mm round case with
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Precision 18 Karat Gold Ladies Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant Rolex Precision 18 Karat Gold Ladies Wrist Watch. Mechanical, manual Wind Movement. Strap
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Precision 1950 Yellow Gold Lady Wirstwatch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
This model of lady Rolex Precision is very rare. We believe it was manufactured before 1950 and
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Precision 1950 Yellow Gold Mechanical wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 Rolex Precision, 34 M.M. 18K Yellow Gold 2 Piece case. 17 jewel Nickle Lever mechanical
18k Gold
Rolex Precision Vintage Steel Manual Wind Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1948 Rolex Precision Wrist watch, 32 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster case, original Crown
Steel
Rolex Precision Ladies Wristwatch, 18 Karat White Gold, with Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in Berlin, DE
Rolex Precision Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 Karat white Gold, with Diamonds. Mechanical movement
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Precision Bow Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 Karat Gold
By Rolex
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful and very rare Rolex Precision Bow Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch. Case and Strap 18 Karat
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Precision 1960s Yellow Gold Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Rolex Precision Ladies Wrist watch, 15 M.M. Diameter 2 piece 14k Yellow Gold Case, 17
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Precision 9kt. gold men's manual winding wristwatch with Dennison case
By Rolex
Located in Braintree, GB
Rolex Precision 9kt. yellow gold men's manual winding wristwatch with Dennison case. Made in
Gold, 9k Gold
Rolex, Precision. 18-carat gold ladies' wristwatch set with twelve diamonds.
By Rolex
Located in bronshoj, DK
Rolex, Precision. 18-carat gold ladies' wristwatch set with twelve diamonds. Approx. 1940/50s
Vintage 9k gold Ladies Rolex Precision wristwatch, boxed watch
By Rolex
Located in NEWARK, GB
luxury. It has a Rolex Precision Swiss made movement with 17 ruby jewels. This fine vintage watch comes
Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine 18k Rolex Precision Watch. 18k Gold Ladies 2608 Rolex Manual Watch
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
18k Yellow Gold Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1960s Dainty 23mm
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine 18k Rolex Precision Watch. 18k Gold Ladies 2157 Rolex Manual Watch
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
18k White Gold Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1967s Dainty 16mm by
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Precision 1960 Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cuff bracelet has a safety chain. The dial signed "Rolex / Precision / Swiss". The bracelet stamped
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Precision Watch in 18k White Gold with Diamond Bezel Swiss Made
By Rolex
Located in Berlin, BE
Elegant vintage Rolex Precision timepiece crafted from solid 18k white gold (hallmarked 750
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold|$4,551
Rolex Precision Stainless Steel 6694
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W5181 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Precision Model Ref: 6694 Age: Circa 1985 Gender: Unisex
Stainless Steel
Vintage 9k gold Ladies Rolex precision wristwatch, snake link bracelet strap
By Rolex
Located in NEWARK, GB
. It has a Rolex Precision Swiss made movement with 17 ruby jewels. Marks and era: Watch marked 9.375
Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Precision 18k Yellow Gold Ref. 8320 Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Rolex Precision Ref. 8320 is a refined ladies’ timepiece crafted in solid 18k yellow
18k Gold
Rolex Precision 9kt. Yellow Gold Men's Wristwatch with White Dial, 1957
By Rolex
Located in Braintree, GB
Rolex Precision 9kt. yellow gold men's wristwatch with white dial, 1957 Made Switzerland. Reference
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$1,974
Retro Rolex Precision Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
This Rolex watch measures 6.75 inches in length, and 13.2 mm at its widest point, tapering to 6.1
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Rolex Precision unusual Gold Shell and Steel back Manual wind Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Rolex Precision Wrist Watch, 35 M.M. 2 piece Gold Shell case with Water Resistant
Gold, Steel
Rolex Precision 1940's Vintage Platinum "Star Dial" ladies Watch Extremely Rare
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Rolex Precision 1940's Vintage Platinum "Star Dial" ladies Watch Extremely Rare Vintage Ladies
Diamond, Platinum
Rolex Precision 10K White Gold Retro c1950's Manual Cocktail Ladies Wristwatch.
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This sophisticated ladies’ timepiece is a classy & elegant Retro Rolex Precision, performed in
White Gold, 10k Gold
Rolex Precision 18k Gold Watch for Ladies, 1950's
By Rolex
Located in Vannes, FR
ROLEX 18K Gold Watch For Ladies 1950's Mouvement Mecanic Precision Ankel 17 Rubis Original Red
Mens Rolex Precision Ref 4282 14ct Solid Gold Manual Wind 1940s Swiss RA234
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, men's Rolex Precision ref.4282 solid 14ct rose gold manual wind, c.1944
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Mens Rolex Precision Ref 8961 34mm 18k Solid Gold Manual Wind 1950s Swiss RA463
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic luxury, rare and timeless 18k solid gold Rolex Precision 8961 manual wind dress watch, c
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Precision Vintage Yellow Gold Ladies Mechanical Wrist Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Rolex Ladies Precision Wrist Watch, 16 M.M. Diameter X 5 M.M. thick 14k Yellow Gold 2
14k Gold
ROLEX Ref. 8784 Lantern Pendant Rolex Precision Made in the 1950
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
, the Rolex crown logo in place of 12. Gold feuille hands. 5''', rhodium-plated, rectangular with canted
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Precision Stainless Steel Manual Winding Ref 6426 from 1973 or 1974
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
classic, Rolex Oyster Precision Stainless Steel Ref 6426. It is manually wound and is in nearly new
Retro Vintage Rolex Precision 17j Wind Up Watch w/ Unique 18K Gold Bracelet 3294
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous vintage ladies' Rolex wrist watch/bracelet. The watch case and bracelet are
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Precision Super Balance Wristwatch Ref 3667
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Late 1940’s very fine Rolex Precision Super Balance 3667 18k pink gold watch with brown Alligator
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Genuine Rolex Watch. Diamond Bezel Ladies ROLEX 2649 Precision.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1970s. 1400 Caliber
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Genuine Rolex Watch. Mens ROLEX 34.110 Precision 33mm 1225 Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1970s. 1225 Caliber Rolex
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Genuine Rolex Watch. Diamond Bezel Ladies ROLEX 2649 Precision.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1970s. 1400 Caliber
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies ROLEX 2649 Precision Cocktail Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1970s. 1400 Caliber
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Precision Manual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1950
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 Rolex Precision reference 4357 Wrist Watch, 35 MM Diameter 3 piece Stainless Steel case
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Precision Steel Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1958 Rolex Precision Reference 6430 Wrist Watch, 30 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster Case
Steel
Rolex Ladies Precision Yellow Gold Manual Winding Watch Model 9292
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Ladies Rolex Precision 14k Yellow Gold Watch Model 9292 - Manual winding. 14k yellow gold
Genuine Rolex Watch. Diamond Bezel Blue Ladies Manual ROLEX 2611 Precision
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1973. 1400 Caliber
Diamond, Stainless Steel
18K Gold Rolex ref 9158 Precision (Manual) Vintage c1960's 20mm Ladies' Watch
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of timeless design, this sophisticated Rolex Precision ref 9158 is vintage c1960’s, yet is in
18k Gold
Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies Rolex 2652 Mechanical Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1960s. 1400 Caliber
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies Rolex 3408 Mechanical Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1966. 1400 Caliber
Stainless Steel
Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies Rolex 3408 Mechanical Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1965. 1400 Caliber
Stainless Steel
Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies Rolex 2611 Mechanical Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. 1400 Caliber Rolex Movement
Stainless Steel
Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies Rolex 9631 Mechanical Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1963 Mechanical
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies Rolex 3408 Mechanical Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1966. 1400 Caliber
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Manual Wind Pocket Watch, 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Rolex Precision Reference 9165 Pocket Watch 45 MM Stainless Steel 3 Piece case. 17
Stainless Steel
1950s Rolex 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Poitiers, FR
clasp with security. Mechanical movement. Signed Rolex Precision. Bracelet dimensions : Length : 16.5 cm
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Wrist Watch Original 396428 Manual Winding
By Rolex
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Rolex Wrist Watch Runs Great Rolex Precision 9285 Serial Number 396428 18K Yellow Gold Case
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro ROLEX Platinum + Diamond Cocktail Watch w/ Leather Band
By Rolex
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous Retro (ca1940s) era Rolex watch! Crafted in platinum, this lovely watch is encrusted
Platinum
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.
This is perhaps the least subtle version of the Submariner.
If you think this looks like the Rolex Kermit, you're correct.
This model was designed for lefties.
Learn the devious techniques that counterfeiters use to sell inauthentic pieces at authentic prices. Of course, you don't have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where every seller of Rolex watches is highly vetted.
From understanding the models to choosing among vintage, pre-owned and new watches, here’s our expert advice on finding the best Rolex for you.
As the cache goes on display at London’s Design Museum, we speak to its enigmatic owner about some of his rarest acquisitions.
These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.