Rolex 9 Carat Gold Cushion Shaped Watch with Original Breguet Dial from 1922
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
The case has all the appropriate Hallmarks as well as the correct Rolex stamps. As can be seen on the back shot the case and reference numbers are sharp and crisp, this watch has nev...
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Rare Tiffany Stamp Black Dial circa 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm "Lug Tip to Lu...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Cartier Jumbo Gondole 97050 PARIS STAMPED 18K Yellow Gold Box Booklet
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 97050 Year: 1970's Model: Vintage Cartier Jumbo Gondole Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: Leather Strap Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: White Face: Sa...
Rolex 1966 Air King Men's Watch - Stainless Steel Automatic 1007
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Model: Air King Model Number: 1007 Specific Year: 1966 Movement: Automatic Warranty: 1 yr Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Rare brown mirror dial Metal Content: Stainl...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref 1002 Mens 34mm 1960s Vintage Automatic RA793B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stainless steel smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent, vintage condition, case stamped 60. Original Rolex crown. 25-jeweled Rolex cal.1560 COSC autom...
Stainless Steel
Rolex President 8385 18K Yellow Gold 20mm Bracelet 55B End Links
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Technical Architecture and Compatibility This reference 8385 features a 20mm width at the lugs, engineered to mate seamlessly with traditional 36mm Rolex Oyster cases. Stamped on th...
Rolex Datejust Men's Watch - Stainless Steel Yellow Gold 18k Automatic 16233
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Model Number: 16233 Specific Year: 2002 Movement: Automatic Warranty: 1 Year Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Grey Roman Metal Content: Stainless Steel...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref 1002 All Original Mens 34mm 1960s Automatic RA793
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stainless steel smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent, vintage condition, case stamped 60. Original Rolex crown. 25-jeweled Rolex cal.1560 COSC autom...
Stainless Steel
1964 Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 1675 PCG “Pepsi” with Gilt Dial & Chronograph Papers
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage Rolex GMT-Master ref. 1675 is a highly desirable early example, with inside case back stamped ref. 1675 and IV.63, paired with a period-correct Rolex 7206 riveted Oyster...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner Men's Watch 16610 Stainless Automatic 1Yr Wnty
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Submariner Model Number: 16610 Movement: Automatic Warranty: One Year Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Black Metal Content: Stainless Steel Fa...
Vintage Rolex Precision Ref.2636 Ladies 18K White Gold Mesh Bracelet Watch B/P
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The inside case back is correctly stamped 18K / 0.750, and the bracelet bears original Rolex coronet and Swiss assay hallmarks, confirming its originality and solid gold construction.
White Gold
Rolex Tudor Prince 35mm Coca Cola 25 Years Service 14K Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Men's Watch Metal: 14K Yellow Gold (case) Size: 35mm case diameter Movement: 17-jewel automatic Strap: Green leather strap (no stamps) Box: Original Rolex box Dia...
14k Gold
Rare Rolex W&D Military WWI c1916 S/Silver Trench Rebberg Hinged Case 33mm Watch
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
The timepiece is extremely rare (especially in such fine original condition) & proud to have ALL original parts (case, dial, movement, winder) The hinged 33mm CASE is performed in ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique c1915 Rolex W&D 9K 375 Rose Gold 28mm Hinged Round Case Ladies' Watch
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This sophisticated ladies’ timepiece is an antique Rolex watch from circa 1915, yet it’s in beautiful original condition & in great working order This exquisite timepiece feature...
Rose Gold
Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Men's Watch 1803 Yellow Gold 18k Auto 1Yr Wnty
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Model: Day-Date President Model Number: 1803 Movement: Automatic Warranty: One Year Date: 1964 Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Aftermarket Champagne Diamond Metal Con...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Rolex Design Diamond Ring 0.75ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's diamond ring in 14k yellow gold setting with Rolex watch style design. Stamped 14k and tests 58% gold with an XRF analyzer. 8.9 grams gross weight.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jon Gould in Aspen
By Andy Warhol
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Biographies of Warhol show he tried to impress Gould with glamorous outings at Studio 54 and expensive gifts, including a Rolex watch. Stamped twice on the reverse by both The Estat...
Silver Gelatin
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
Rolex yellow gold Oyster Perpetual “Underline” Dial self winding wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Powered by self winding chronometer rated 1570 movement with sweep seconds. With Rolex stamped crocodile strap and buckle. A great condition vintage man’s dress model with distinctiv...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
ROLEX Retro Diamond Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Stamped "Rolex, Swiss Made" circa 1940's
Diamond
Rolex Sky-Dweller 'Yellow Gold' Black Dial
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Presented complete with its original Rolex box, leather wallet containing instruction booklet and stamped Rolex warranty card.
18k Gold
1972 Rolex Day Date Oxblood Stella 'Qaboos' Ref. 1803
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
The second is that the inside case back features the RWC Ltd stamp (Rolex Watch Company UK) and London import marks confirming that the watch was imported to the United Kingdom.
18k Gold
Rolex President Datejust 18K Yellow Gold MOP Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 36mm
By Rolex
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The underside of the hidden fold over clasp features the original Rolex stamping as pictured and the Rolex logo appears on the crown as well.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel No-Date Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5512
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Steel 97.6 grams Top to Bottom : 46.77mm Width without crown: 38mm Width with crown: 43.42mm Band width at case: 20mm Case thickness: 13.8mm Band: Original Riveted Role...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Square Case Wristwatch with Sub-Seconds and Rolex Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This is an important vintage lady’s Rolex. Noted for its square case, which was always an uncommon novelty for the brand, sub-seconds display and attached link bracelet that is stamp...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930's Porcelain Dial Rolex Oyster
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Porcelain Dial & Yellow Gold Rolex Oyster - caseback stamped for 9 carat gold, circa 1930
9k Gold
Vintage Rolex Triple Signed Yellow Gold Watch Ring
By Rolex
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Ring Watch by Rolex. Details: Ring Size: 4 Weight: 8.5 grams Case Top: 15mm x 19.5mm Movement: Manual cal. 280 17J Movement Stamped Hallmarks: Dial: Rolex P...
18k Gold
Rolex Russian Market WWI Era Trench Watch 48r50
By Rolex
Located in Dix hills, NY
The blue hands are in good condition with some ageing patina and the seconds hand look a bit short so the tip of it might of been broken off ( I am not 100 % sure ). The movement s...
Rolex, Datejust II 41 mm Diamond Iced Out Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Reference number: 116300 Serial number: G79XXXXXXX (for client only) Year: Circa 2010 Diameter: 41 mm Case material: Stainless steel Dial: Diamond Movement: Automatic Functions: Date...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Pre-Owned Rolex “Turning Tropical” Matte Dial GMT Ref. #1675
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This is a handsome example of a matte dial GMT noted for its beautiful, creamy patina, faded insert, original Rolex USA bracelet stamped “’67”, original date wheel and thick case.
Steel
Rolex 1960s Large Yellow Gold and Diamond Bangle Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
The watch case and bracelet have both ROLEX and Swiss Stamps throughout. Excellent, well cared for condition.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ladies Superlative Leather 18K Gold Serviced Warranty 6517
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex - Oyster Datejust Model Number: 6517 Material: 18k Yellow Gold, Black Leather Band Movement: Mechanical - Automatic Case: 24.4mm Band width: 12mm Lug Width: 13mm Total L...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Watch, Men's Datejust Automatic Blue Roman Dial 116200
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Model Number: 116200 Year Range: 2007 - 2008 Material: Stainless Steel Movement: Automatic Case: 35.5mm wide (not including the crown) Band wi...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Men's Watch, Stainless Steel 2Yr. Warranty 1603
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Model Number: 1603 Year: 1967 Materials: Stainless Steel (case) & Genuine Black Leather (band) Movement: Mechanical (automatic) Case: 34.4mm wi...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Men's Watch, Stainless Automatic 2Yr Wnty 16220
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Datejust Model Number: 16220 Year: 1990 Material: Stainless Steel Movement: Automatic Case: 34.5mm wide (not including the crown) Band width: 17.6mm Lug Width: 20.0mm B...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ladies Watch, Stainless Steel Mechanical 2Yr. Wty 177200
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
This watch originally retails for $4,950 but it is being offered here for a much more wallet-friendly price. Brand: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Model Number: 177200 Year(s): 2011 - 201...
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Master 1675, Jubilee Bracelet, Desirable/Excellent Condition 'for Age'
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
The jubilee bracelet has some stretch, and is stamped USA (Rolex USA) and dated 10/73, we date the production of this watch to c. late 1971 / early 1972 with a 3 ***** serial number.
Rolex Ladies Watch Factory MOP Diamond Dial 79173 Oyster Datejust Serviced
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
This is also accompanied by its original papers. Brand: Rolex - Swiss Luxury Model Number: 79173 Serial Number: Starts with Y Material: Stainless Steel & 18k Yellow Gold Movement: ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date Men's Watch 126610LN Stainless Automatic 5Yr Mfr Wnty
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Model: Submariner Date Model Number: 126610LN Movement: Automatic Warranty: Manufacturer Five Year Year: 2022 Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Black Metal Content: Sta...
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ladies Watch Stainless Automatic 2Yr. Wty 68274T
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
As can be seen in the photographs, this watch is accompanied by matching Rolex boxes. Brand: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Model Number: 68274 Year: 1988 Material: Stainless Ste...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Presented to the 1964 America's Cup Winner
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
The riveted bracelet is dated 1964 and stamped "Rolex USA". The watch is accompanied by a letter of provenance and photographs from Mr.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Cellini Ladies Watch 4104, 18k Yellow Gold Mechanical 1-Yr Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Model: Cellini Model Number: 4104 Movement: Mechanical Warranty: One-Year Year: 1977 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold (watch) & Black Genuine Crocodile (band) Measurement...
Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Men's Watch, 18k Gold Automatic 2Yr Wnty 16248
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Model Number: 16248 Year: 1990 Materials: 18k Yellow Gold (case) & Genuine Lizard (band) Movement: Automatic Case: 34.5mm wide (not including ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch, Stainless Steel Automatic 2 Year Warranty 16570
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Explorer II Model Number: 16570 Year: 2004 Material: Stainless Steel Movement: Automatic Case: 39mm wide (not including the crown) Band width: 17.8mm Lug Width: 20mm B...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch, Stainless Steel Automatic 2 Year Warranty 16570
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Explorer II Model Number: 16570 Year: 2004 Material: Stainless Steel Movement: Automatic Case: 39mm wide (not including the crown) Band width: 17.8mm Lug Width: 20mm B...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yacht-Master Men's Watch Stainless Steel Platinum Automatic 2Yr Wnty 16622
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Yacht-Master Model Number: 16622 Year: 2007 Material: Stainless Steel (case & band) with Platinum (bezel) Movement: Automatic Case: 40.1mm wide (not including the crown)...
Platinum, 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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