Rolex Submariner 18k Yellow Gold Blue Lapis Dial 16618 Automatic Watch, 1990
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
dial, be it onyx or lapis lazuli, should be considered the most elusive ones as only a handful of them
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
S/S 2004 Christian Dior by Galliano Dress Bias Cut Silk Black Crepe Mini Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
This Beautiful, black silk crepe mini dress for Christian Dior's Spring / Summer 2004 Collection designed by John Galliano features a superb (stretchy) figure hugging silhouette, num...
S/S 1999 Dolce & Gabbana Burgundy Red Wet-Look Strappy Runway Cocktail Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Divine wet-look effect dress, crafted from a shiny, red satin material from Dolce & Gabbana’s Spring/ Summer 1999 Collection. Featuring square neck-line, fully adjustable shoul...
S/S 1998 Gianni Versace by Donatella Wet Look Backless Stretch Runway Dress
By Gianni Versace Couture, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Donatella Versace designed this sleek wet-look strapless dress for her Spring/Summer 1998 Gianni Versace collection. This chic, form-fitting dress debuted on the runway, modeled by N...
1990s Bill Blass Size 8 10 Raspberry Pink Beige Silk Chiffon + Mohair Lace Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 90s vintage BILL BLASS raspberry pink and beige taupe beaded sleeveless cocktail dress! Features an ultra soft raspberry pink silk chiffon, with a beige / taupe mohair wool...
Chanel Vintage S/S1997 Green Sequin Embellished Velvet Dress Gown Jacket 97P Set
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This luxurious ensemble is crafted from lush lime-green velvet and adorned with shimmering clear sequins that catch the light like fragments of broken glass. The maxi dress features ...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black leather FLORAL Platform Wedge Sandals Shoes 36
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alexander McQueen platform wedge sandals embellished with laser-cut flowers and leaves in black calfskin. Have been worn and are in excellent condition. Measurements...
LOUIS VUITTON brown Monogram canvas COFFRET TRESOR 24 Trunk Case Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton Coffret Trésor 24 treasure case in Ebene brown Monogram canvas. Features hard shell, logo stamped leather trim with brass rivets and corner reinforcement...
1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Black Leather Butterfly Beaded Mini Dress
By Donatella Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible black leather Gianni Versace mini dress, designed by Donatella Versace. From 1999, this sexy dress is constructed entirely of leather and is made complete wi...
Gucci Tom Ford S/S 2005 Cutout Bodycon Black Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci Tom Ford S/S 2005 Cutout Bodycon Black Dress Size S Gucci black midi dress featuring cutouts, plunging neckline and sash tie closure at nape.
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Tattoo Print Plunging Bodycon Maxi Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Tattoo Print Plunging Bodycon Maxi Evening Dress Gown
$11,533
Size: IT40 - FR36 - UK8 - US4
Gianni Versace black evening dress with open back and leather panel, fw 2001
By Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Gianni Versace evening dress ▪ Creative Director: Donatella Versace ▪ Fall-Winter 2001 ▪ Constructed from black viscose jersey ▪ Features a daring plunging neckline that ...
NWT Tom Ford for Gucci SS 2001 Black Silk Dress Gown Italian 40 - US 4
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
NWT Tom Ford for Gucci Black Silk Long Dress Gown Simply the Best and Classy!!! S/S 2001 Collection Italian size 40 - US 4 ( please check measurements). Classy black silk gown with o...
John Galliano S/S 1998 see on Jennifer Aniston SAG Awards Mesh Overlay Dress
By John Galliano
Located in Montgomery, TX
John Galliano S/S 1998 see on Jennifer Aniston SAG Awards Lace Overlay Dress Vintage John Galliano Mesh Overlay Maxi Dress S/S 1998 Collection Jennifer Aniston stole the show with h...
1998 Ad Campaign Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Bodycon Black Knit Dress Size 40
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
1998 Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Bodycon Black Knit Dress Leather strap with GUCCI engraved detail on the back. IT Size 40 Made in Italy Immaculate condition. However, please note th...
$5,596Sale Price|20% Off
Size: IT40
S/S 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Leather Crossover Bralette Bustier Top
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredibly rare leather Gucci bralette designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 2001 collection, this top's black and white satin versions debuted on the runway on ...
Roberto Cavalli sage green silk corset, ss 2004
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
▪ Roberto Cavalli cropped bustier / corset ▪ Constructed from sage green silk ▪ Halter-neck ties with chain and feather adornments ▪ Lace-up fastening ▪ Size Medium ▪ Made in Italy...
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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