Rolex 14Kt. Rare "Bubble Back" with Original Dial and Rolex Signed Bracelet 1948
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
original Rolex Signed Bracelet done in solid 14Kt. Gold. We never see this watch in this condition with an
14k Gold
Rolex Speckled Gold Dial 33MM 18K Gold Precision Leather Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Movement: Manual-Wind Strap: Aftermarket Black Leather Buckle: Gold Tang Crown: Rolex-Signed Gold Origin
18k Gold
Vintage 1978 Rolex Date Men's Watch JB Champion Rolex Bracelet Ref 1505
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
an era of refined everyday style. The watch retains its original Rolex-signed automatic movement and
Stainless Steel
$3,901
Rolex Oyster 6244 c1952
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
: Gold-tone baton hands and hour markers Crystal: Acrylic Crown: Original Rolex signed crown Strap
Stainless Steel
$4,480Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex 14k Solid Rose Gold Pendant Ref 3959 1930s Rare Vintage Luxury RA651
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
and working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, Rolex signed dial, Arabic
Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
A Rolex Submariner Enamel Advertising Sign
By Rolex
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An American Rolex Submariner enamel advertising sign. Large and circular, it features the iconic
Metal, Enamel
$7,280Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6084 Mens 1950s 34mm Automatic Bubble Back RA715B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6084 bubble back automatic watch, c.1952, in
Stainless Steel
$4,960Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 34mm Mens 1960s Vintage Automatic RA716
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, unrestored Rolex signed silver dial, applied baton
Stainless Steel
$7,680Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6084 Mens 1950s 34mm Automatic Bubble Back RA715
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
honeycomb Rolex signed dial, applied dagger index hour markers, minute and hour hands, sweeping central
Stainless Steel
$8,720Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6098 Mens 1950s 36mm Automatic Bubble Back RA712
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
original Rolex signed dial, applied dagger index hour markers, gilt minute and hour hands, sweeping central
Stainless Steel
$7,120Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster 6517 18k Solid Gold Ladies Datejust 25mm 1950s Automatic RA703
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rolex signed tapestry dial, applied stick index hour markers, gilt minute and hour hands, sweeping
18k Gold
$5,360Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 35mm Mens 1960s Vintage Automatic RA603B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, unrestored Rolex signed silver dial, applied
Stainless Steel
$11,920Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 14k Gold Mens 1960s Diamonds Automatic RA412C
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning iconic classic, Men's solid 14k gold Rolex 1601 Oyster Perpetual Datejust diamond
14k Gold
$6,312Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster perpetual Datejust Ref 1603 Mens 1960s 36mm Vintage Automatic RA684
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applied
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6022 Mens 1950s Hand Wind Vintage Classic RA676B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed black dial, applied
Stainless Steel
$6,320Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Datejust Ref 6700 18k Solid Gold Ladies 1960s Diamond Dial Automatic RA688
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless elegance, 18k solid gold Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual 6700 Datejust automatic diamond dial
Gold, 18k Gold
$5,520Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster perpetual Ref 6620 18k Solid Gold Ladies 25mm 1950s Automatic RA704
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
.1952, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed
18k Gold
$5,760Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 35mm 1960s Mens Automatic All Original RA603
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, unrestored Rolex signed silver dial, applied baton index hour markers, silver minute and hour hands, sweeping
Stainless Steel
$3,920Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Ref 6504 14k Gold SS 25mm 1960s Ladies Bubble Back Automatic RA697
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
.1962, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed
Gold, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,320Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Datejust 16013 36mm 18k SS 1980s Linen Dial Mens Automatic RA395C
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
master watchmaker. Iconic Rolex signed linen dial, applied baton hour markers, gilt minute and hour hands
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,392Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Date Ref 6624 18k Solid Gold 1960s Midsize 30mm Automatic RA456R
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,160Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens 1970s Automatic RA393C
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Classic Rolex signed gold linen dial, applied baton index hour markers, gilt minute and hour hands
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
$11,920Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 Datejust 18k Gold 36mm Mens 1960s Date Automatic RA701
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold
18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6022 Mens 1950s Manual Hand Wind All Original RA676
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed
Stainless Steel
$10,320Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Zephyr Ref 1029 18k Solid Gold 1970s Mens Automatic w Diamond Bezel RA698
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
excellent working condition! Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed dial, gilt
18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6426 34mm Mens 1970s Manual Wind RA682B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6634 34mm Gold Capped Mens 1950s Automatic RA673
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, Rolex signed dial, applied
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster perpetual Datejust 1603 Mens 1960s 36mm Vintage Automatic RA685B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed white dial, applied
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 Mens Vintage Automatic 1960s RA675B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applied
Stainless Steel
$4,960Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6494 34mm Mens 1950s Hand Wind Roulette Date RA191C
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Gorgeous Rolex signed white tropical dial, applied baton and Arabic numeral 6,9 hour markers, gilt minute
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Solid 18k Gold Ladies 1930s Manual Wind Cocktail Watch RA639
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed
Gold, 18k Gold
$9,360Sale Price|20% Off
Mens Rolex Ref 1503 Oyster Perpetual Date 18k Gold Automatic 1960s Rjc156r
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold dial, applied gold indice hour
Gold, 18k Gold
$5,280Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 34mm Mens 1980s Hand Wind All Original RA683
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed dial, applied
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6094 14k Solid Gold Mens 1950s Automatic RA657
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed dial, applied
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed
Stainless Steel
$5,440Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6634 34mm Gold Capped Mens 1950s Automatic Original RA673
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, Rolex signed
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ref 6694 Oysterdate Precision 34mm Mens 1980s Manual Hand Wind RA683B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed black dial, applied
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, untouched Rolex signed
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 Mens Automatic 1960s All Original RA675
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster perpetual Datejust Ref 1603 Mens 1960s 36mm Vintage Automatic RA685
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed white dial, applied
Stainless Steel
$7,680Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster 9k Solid Rose Gold Mens 1930s 32mm Vintage Manual Wind RA713
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rolex signed guilloche dial, painted on Arabic numeral hour markers, gilt minute and hour hands
Gold, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rolex signed silver dial, applied baton index hour markers, silver Rolex minute and hour hands, sweeping
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5015 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rolex signed unrestored dial, applied Arabic numeral and dagger index hour markers, lumed minute and
Gold, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel
$4,960Sale Price|20% Off
Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6494 34mm Hand-Wind 1950s Swiss Vintage RA191B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-black date wheel, c.1950s. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed white
$4,464Sale Price|25% Off
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applied
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 35mm Mens Automatic 1970s All Original RA607
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed
Stainless Steel
Rolex perpetual 4134 18k Rose Gold Rare Mens Jumbo 37mm Automatic 1940s RA691
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
dial, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Precision Ref 4431 18k Rose Gold Mens 1940s 33mm Manual Wind RA689
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare, timeless treasure 18k solid rose gold Rolex Precision ref 4431 fancy lugs manual wind dress
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$9,520Sale Price|20% Off
Mens Rolex Ref 1503 Oyster Perpetual Date 18k Solid Gold Automatic 1960s RJC156
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold dial, applied gold indice hour
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6426 34mm Mens 1950s Manual Wind All Original RA682
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed
$4,960Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 35mm Mens Automatic 1970s Vintage RA607B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applied baton index
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 35mm Mens Automatic 1970s All Original RA602
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed
Stainless Steel
$4,712Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA564
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rolex signed silver dial, applied baton index hour markers, silver Rolex lance minute and hour hands
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 36mm 18k SS Automatic 1980s Swiss RA395
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.16013
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA544S
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rolex signed silver dial, applied baton index hour markers, silver Rolex pencil minute and hour hands
Stainless Steel
Rolex Day Date 1803 President 18k Solid Gold 1970s Mens Vintage Automatic RA699
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
excellent working condition! Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed dial, gilt
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 Mens Automatic 1960s All Original RA568
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial
Stainless Steel
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.