$5,369
W 1.11 in L 1.42 in
1946 Rolex Precision Vintage Mens Claw Lugs Square Dress Watch - 14K Gold & SS
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1946 ROLEX PRECISION Vintage Mens Claw Lugs Square Dress Watch - 14K Gold & Stainless Steel Rare
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
$5,369
H 1.46 in W 1.11 in
1947 Rolex Precision Vintage Mens Claw Lugs Square Dress Watch, 14K Rose Gold SS
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1947 ROLEX PRECISION Vintage Mens Claw Lugs Square Dress Watch - 14K Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Rare
Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16013 Two-Tone Red Diamond Dial Gold Diamonds and Rubi Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Stainless steel and 18k yellow gold 36mm Rolex Datejust watch featuring an automatic movement with
Diamond, Gold
Vintage Rolex Triple Signed Yellow Gold Watch Ring
By Rolex
Located in Southampton, PA
0.750 Assay Mark 9366 Movement: Swiss Rolex Geneve 17 Rubis *Free Shipping within the United States
18k Gold
Rolex 18K Gold Vintage Precision Mechanical Movement Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
Rolex Geneve 17 Rubis Inside case backing-18k 0.750 "numbers" Rolex Logo Circa 1960s Dial features
18k Gold
1947 Rolex Precision Vintage Mens "Jumbo" Watch - 14K Gold & Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
Breguet balance spring Movement markings: Rolex Precision, Swiss Made, 17 Rubis, Patented Superbalance
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Sold
H 1.42 in W 1.15 in
1932 Rolex Vintage Mens Borgel / Taubert Cased Hermetic Watch - Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
ruby jewels Movement markings: Rolex, Swiss Made, 15 Rubis Band: Dark brown NATO strap that was on
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 0.87 in W 0.62 in
1971 Rolex ORCHID Pre-Cellini Vintage Ladies Watch, Ref. 2148 - 18K White Gold
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
, 17 Rubis, Swiss, 1400 Band: Leather, aftermarket (non-Rolex), brand new and unworn with what may be
White Gold
1940's ROLEX PRECISION Vintage Mens Rare Ref. 3923 18K Rose Gold & SS
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
balance spring Movement markings: Rolex Precision, Swiss Made, 17 Rubis, Patented Superbalance Jewels
Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Art-Deco 9K Rose Gold Rolex Tonneau Case Manual 15 Rubis Ladies' Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Fine Rolex ladies' dress watch is from Art-Deco period, yet it's in beautiful vintage
Rose 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
Sold
W 0.63 in L 0.99 in
1950's Rolex Ladies Vintage Watch, 18K Gold Rare & Beautiful Asymmetrical Design
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1950's ROLEX Ladies Vintage Watch, 18K Gold - Rare & Beautiful Asymmetrical Design Very Rare &
18k Gold
Rolex Ladies Precision Stainless Steel Watch, circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
Rolex Precision 17 rubis super balance stainless steel Ladies watch. Last two photos depict
HERMES Rallye two-tone stainless steel gold plated saddle handle oval watch
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES Rallye two-tone stainless steel gold plated saddle handle oval quartz watch Reference: CAWG/A00311 Brand: Hermes Model: Rallye Material: Metal Color: Gold, Silver Pattern: Sol...
Antique Platinum Diamond Omega Ladies Wrist Watch Vintage Art Deco
Located in Greer, SC
" Lady's dress watch by Omega measures 6.5 inches long. It weighs 13.3 pennyweights. It has a rectangular platinum case measuring 13.62 by 13.21 mm with bead set round diamond lugs. ...
Diamond, Platinum
Chanel Vintage Gold CC Turn Lock Chain Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1996 collection Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: chain 7" long Comes with box IMPORT...
Gold
$1,830
W 0.2 in L 14 in
Tiffany and Co Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace 0.15 Carats
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A delicate treasure from one of the most iconic names in luxury, this Tiffany & Co. Vintage Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace embodies understated elegance and timeless appeal. Crafted i...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Diamond Dormeuse Drop Earrings Circa 1910
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Drop Earrings 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 A pair of elegant Edwardian drop earrings, each composed of two graduated old-cut diamonds in rubover settings, ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
$720Sale Price|20% Off
L 19 in
New 14k White Gold PL 10-Stone Kyanite & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
This necklace is unbelievably gorgeous and has a fabulous design. It's truly a glamorous statement necklace. Kyanite stones are so beautiful. They fall somewhere in between the co...
Diamond, Sapphire, Kyanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Sterling Silver
Black cocktail dress with velvet pattern ALAIA
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress with velvet pattern. No fabric composition tag but it's probably cotton. Black nylon lining only inside the waist. Boned around the waist. Hook&eye and snap clos...
CHANEL Vintage Gold Coin Charm CC Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: 8" Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item ...
Gold
$960,000Sale Price|20% Off
PLATINUM AWARD EYE CLEAN GRS Certified 6 Carat BURMA NO HEAT RUBY Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
🔥 EXCEPTIONAL GRS-CERTIFIED 6 CARAT BURMA NO HEAT RUBY RING 🔥 Presenting a rare and investment-grade 6.00-carat Burma Ruby, GRS-certified, NO HEAT, and awarded the PLATINUM AWARD f...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Toi et Moi Ring 18ct Gold Platinum Edwardian Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Toi et Moi Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1910 This beautiful 18ct gold and platinum ring boasts a timeless toi et moi style, featuring two stunning c...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
HERMES Marron Fonce SHINY CROC KELLY 32 SELLIER Bag GHW
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Kelly 32 Sellier Bag in Marron is exquisitely crafted from shiny porosus crocodile leather, showcasing a rich, deep brown hue with a luminous finish. Const...
$1,040Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.3 in L 7 in
10K Yellow Gold 6.46 Carat Blue Sapphire Filigree Tennis Bracelet 7 Inches
Located in Eagan, MN
I just love this bracelet. It is just so beautiful. Much nicer than most tennis bracelets, I think. It has 17 oval blue sapphires measuring 5.5 mm x 4 mm set in a beautiful 10k ye...
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Twist Ring 8
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Twist Ring 8 Metal: 18K yellow gold Size: 8 Weight: 7.20 grams Hallmark: TIFFANY&CO. 750 ITALY Condition: Excellent condition Limited edition, no longer ava...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 4.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Band Ring 4.5 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 4.5 Band Width: 4mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant cut diamonds, carat total weight .22 Hallmark: T&CO. 750...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Bohemian Garnet Necklace Gilt 830 Silver / 42 cm / 22gr
Located in SE
Retro Garnet solid 830 and 18K Gold Plated Silver Necklace. 34 linked florets each holding 7 rose cut Red Garnets. Florets Ø7 mm - 8 mm. All stones with open backs. Secure " V " lock...
Garnet, Gold, Silver
Vintage Platinum Diamond Ladies Watch, 2.25ct Natural Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Indulge in timeless elegance with this exquisite vintage ladies watch, beautifully crafted in a combination of a platinum case and victorian cut natural diamonds on platinum strap. A...
Diamond, 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.