Rolex Vintage 1966 Steel Air-king Automatic with Sunburst Dial
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Automatic, Self winding movement, excellent Mint condition Silver Satin "Sunburst" dial with raised stick
Steel
Rolex Datejust 1603 Sunburst Gray Non Lume Dial 2.7m Serial 1971
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 1272 Brand Rolex Model Datejust Reference 1603 Year 1971 Dial Gray Non Lume Case Steel and 18k
$12,500
W 1.03 in L 1.34 in
Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini White Gold 4113 Manual Purple Sunburst Dial 26mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
When a Cellini turns purple This 1976 Rolex Cellini is the kind of piece you buy for the dial
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Submariner Date Yellow Gold Sunburst Blue Tritium Dial Men's Watch 16618
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Submariner Yellow Gold Blue Dial Mens Watch 16618. automatic self-winding movement. 18k
Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 36 Gold/Steel 116233 Black Sunburst Dial Jubilee Band Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
plated, custom diamond set. Diamonds are 100% natural. The sale comes with a Rolex box, appraisal and our
Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 2tone 116233 Diamond Bezel Black Sunburst Dial Jubilee Band
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
plated, custom diamond set. Diamonds are 100% natural. The sale comes with a Rolex box, appraisal and our
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date with Rare, Original Shaded Sunburst Red Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
classic vintage Rolex has an extraordinary original Sunburst Shaded Red Dial. We have never seen this
Stainless Steel
$24,200
H 15.75 in W 4.73 in D 15.75 in Dm 15.75 in L 15.75 in
NEW Discontinued Stickered Rolex Milgauss 40 Steel Z Blue Dial Watch 116400GV
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Sunburst Dial Men’s Luxury Anti-Magnetic Watch Green Sapphire Crystal Stainless Steel 📌 General
Steel
Vintage 1969 Rolex Cellini 3805 18K White Gold Manual Wind Grey Sunburst Dial
Located in New York, NY
counterparts. It changes the entire feel of the watch. The grey sunburst dial plays off the metal in a quieter
Rolex Stainless Oyster Perpetual Original Riveted Bracelet Machined Bezel 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement This classic vintage Rolex has a sunburst dial and an exceptional
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm in steel and sunburst grey dial
By Rolex
Located in Paris, IDF
Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Reference: 1601 Dial: Sunburst grey
Rolex Yachtmaster 40 18K Gold Blue Sunburst Dial 2000 16628 Boxed Rolex Service
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Rolex Yachtmaster 40mm Solid 18K Yellow Gold Blue Sunburst Dial Reference 16628 P Serial
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 36mm in steel and sunburst grey "sigma" 18k white gold dial
By Rolex
Located in Paris, IDF
Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Reference: 1601 Dial: Sunburst grey
Rolex Submariner Date 126613LB " Bluesy" blue dial Two tone watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
, paired with a vibrant sunburst blue dial and a matching blue ceramic bezel. Powered by the robust Rolex
Sterling Silver
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Blue Sunburst Dial 5.7m Serial 1978
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 1914 Brand Rolex Model Oysterdate Precision Reference 6694 Year 1978 Dial Blue Sunburst Dial
Rolex Submariner 16618 Oyster 18k Yellow Gold Blue Sunburst Dial Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
This Rolex Submariner has been polished and is in great cosmetic and mechanic condition, Blue Dial
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Thunderbird Turn-O-Graph Datejust Blue Dial Stainless Steel 116264 B&P
By Rolex
Located in Newport Beach, CA
stunning Rolex factory blue sunburst dial with stick markers, red second hand, red turn-o-graph, red and
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Bracelet & Rare Blue Sunburst Dial, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber DIAL / HANDS: Factory Original Blue Sunburst Dial with Silver Baton Markers
ROLEX Cellini 4112/8
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
reserve of up to 40 hours. In addition yellow gold original Rolex crown. Sunburst champagne / silver dial
Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Sunburst Dial Diamond Ladies Watch 179383
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Sunburst Dial Diamond Ladies Watch 179383. Officially certified
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust Black Sunburst Dial Steel Rose Gold Ladies Watch 179171
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Black Sunburst Dial Steel Rose Gold Ladies Watch 179171. Officially certified
Rose Gold, Steel
Sold
H 1.74 in W 1.42 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Datejust 36 Oyster Perpetual 1601 Gold Sunburst Dial 18k Gold Steel 16013
By Rolex
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
yellow gold and Stainless Steel case Crown : Original Rolex 18k solid yellow gold Crown Dial, case, and
18k Gold, Steel
Sold
H 1.66 in W 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1503 Gold Sunburst Dial Solid Gold 14k Gold, 1973
By Rolex
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
: Gold sunburst dial with batons numerals Original Rolex golden hands FRONT GLASS: Original Rolex
14k Gold
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Diamond Datejust Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Columbia, MO
Datejust Watch Factory Rolex diamond silver sunburst dial Factory Rolex diamond 18 karat yellow gold
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Silver Officers Trench Watch 1926
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
engine turned sunburst dial with black stylised Art Deco numerals and red 12. Black minute chapter and
Silver, Sterling Silver
Patek Philippe Calatrava Gold Men's Watch - 3520
By Patek Philippe
Located in istanbul, TR
Brand : Patek Philippe Collection : Calatrava Model : Calatrava Clous De Paris Reference : Patek Philippe - 3520 Category : Wrist Watch Period : 1990's Movement : manuel wind Case ma...
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Ref. 4104/1 Ladies Yellow Gold Blue Dial Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Patek Philippe Reference 4104 / 1 Ladies Wrist Watch, 22 x 19 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece Cushion shape case, 20 Jewel Mechanical, manual wind nickle lever movement. Blu...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Day Date President 18138 Factory Diamond Dial Bezel & Lugs 18K Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 18138 Year: 1986 Model: Rolex Day Date President Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Factory Rolex Diamond Bezel & Fac...
Yellow Gold
$26,652
H 1.19 in W 0.91 in
Cartier 1990 Montre Or Jaune Baignoire PM Yellow Gold Casque d Or Bracelet Watch
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier watch circa 1990 Baignoire model in yellow gold, oval case (legendary), white dial with Roman numerals, quartz movement, blued steel hands, winding mechanism or crown decorat...
Yellow Gold
$651Sale Price / item|30% Off
W 0.27 in L 17 in
Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18K Gold studded with pear cut emerald and ruby. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dr...
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$721Sale Price / item|30% Off
Natural Pink Sapphire Pinky Dome Ring Birthday Gift in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Pink Sapphire Pinky Dome Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural pink sapphire of 0.19 carat. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. Sapphire stimulates concentratio...
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Quickset Datejust with Exceptional Original Silver Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 16014 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 4...
Stainless Steel
18K Gold 6.55cts Bezel Set Men's Colombian Emerald Solitaire Gypsy Signet Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a stunning, Colombian emerald signet bezel ring in 18K yellow gold. This gorgeous statement-size solitaire ring carries a 6.55-carat ethically mined emerald in a secure ...
Emerald, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Piaget Ref. 9131C4 Watch
By Piaget
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful pre-owned and vintage 1980s Piaget Swiss wristwatch, crafted in 18K yellow gold. This bold timepiece features a 23mm square case with a 4.6mm thickness and a band that tape...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Kt Solid Full Gold Breitling B2 with Box & Papers
By Breitling
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Solid Full Gold Breitling B2 with Box & Papers Ref.K42362.1 Weight : 257.8 Gram 18 Kt Solid Gold Breitling Strap , 19 Cm. Length
18k Gold, Gold
$27,500
H 1.42 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Day-Date 36mm 18k Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Automatic Watch 18038
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-Owned. Factory Diamond dial. Comes with an original box, No papers. * Free Shipping within the USA * Three-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buye...
Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 41mm Diamond Dial 126334
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 41mm Datejust by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with diamond set hour markers and a white gold fluted bezel. Fitted with scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and a self-winding automa...
Diamond, White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex President Brown Dial Diamond 18K Day Date Watch Ref 18038
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Handsome, hardly ever worn Gentlemen’s Rolex President Day Date watch, Ref 18038 dated late 1986.It is crafted in 18k yellow gold. Featuring All Original scratch resistant Sapphire C...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Daytona Glacier Ice Blue Dial 40mm Platinum Watch 116506 Complete Mint
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This Rolex Cosmograph Daytona wristwatch is a luxurious and sporty accessory perfect for men who appreciate high-end timepieces. Made of platinum, the watch features a silver case co...
Platinum
Rolex Submariner Date Ceramic Bezel Yellow Gold Black 116618LN Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Never Worn Rolex Submariner Date Ceramic Bezel Yellow Gold Watch with Black Dial 116618LN. Watch comes with original Rolex Box, Rolex Warranty Card Dated 2021 and Green Tag. New with...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Colisee Yellow Gold and Diamond Ladies Wrist watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier Colisee collection Wrist Watch, 24 M.M 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, 3 row Diamond Pave Bezel and Diamond set Crown totaling approximately 2 Carats. Quartz movemen...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
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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