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Rolex Vintage 1986

Vintage 1986 Rolex DayDate President Model 18038 Brown Vignette Box Unpolished
Vintage 1986 Rolex DayDate President Model 18038 Brown Vignette Box Unpolished

Vintage 1986 Rolex DayDate President Model 18038 Brown Vignette Box Unpolished

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Vintage 1986 Rolex Day Date President with Rare Brown Burst Dial Box Maker: Rolex Model: 18038 Day Date Year: 1986 Material: 18K Yellow Gold, Brilliant cut and Baguette cut Diamon...

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1986 Rolex Submariner Date 168000 Stainless Steel Black Dial Auto 40mm
Vintage 1986 Rolex Submariner Date 168000 Stainless Steel Black Dial Auto 40mm

Vintage 1986 Rolex Submariner Date 168000 Stainless Steel Black Dial Auto 40mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Blink And You Miss It Submariner The reference 168000, known to collectors as the "Triple Zero," is one of the shortest-lived and most interesting transitional models in Rolex h...

Category

20th Century Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1986 Rolex Datejust 16030 Stainless Steel Grey Tapestry Dial Auto 36mm
Vintage 1986 Rolex Datejust 16030 Stainless Steel Grey Tapestry Dial Auto 36mm

Vintage 1986 Rolex Datejust 16030 Stainless Steel Grey Tapestry Dial Auto 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

A Study In Steel And Texture The Datejust is the foundation of the Rolex catalog, but certain configurations offer a level of detail that elevates the design.

Category

Late 20th Century Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Auto Champagne 34mm
Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Auto Champagne 34mm

Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Auto Champagne 34mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

It represents a specific chapter in Rolex history where regional metal standards created a distinct variation of the classic Oyster silhouette.

Category

1980s Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Gold

Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15053 Two-Tone Champagne Dial Auto 34mm
Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15053 Two-Tone Champagne Dial Auto 34mm

Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15053 Two-Tone Champagne Dial Auto 34mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear. The Perfect Daily Rolex This is the right watch for someone who wants the co...

Category

Late 20th Century Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage 1986 Rolex Day-Date 18038 18K YG Champagne Diamond Dial Auto 36mm
Vintage 1986 Rolex Day-Date 18038 18K YG Champagne Diamond Dial Auto 36mm

Vintage 1986 Rolex Day-Date 18038 18K YG Champagne Diamond Dial Auto 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Key Specs Reference: 18038 Model: Day-Date 36 Year: 1986 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 36mm Bezel: Fluted Bracelet: President Bracelet Length: Fits up to 6.75in Dial: Champagne Dia...

Category

Mid-20th Century Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Purple Diamond Auto 34mm
Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Purple Diamond Auto 34mm

Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Purple Diamond Auto 34mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

For The Collector Who Values Character This is a watch for someone who appreciates the core Rolex design but wants a version with real personality.

Category

Late 20th Century Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1986 Rolex Day-Date 18048 18K YG Anniversary Diamond Dial Auto 36mm
Vintage 1986 Rolex Day-Date 18048 18K YG Anniversary Diamond Dial Auto 36mm

Vintage 1986 Rolex Day-Date 18048 18K YG Anniversary Diamond Dial Auto 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The All-Factory Execution For collectors of gem-set Rolex, originality is everything. This 1986 Day-Date features both a factory-original diamond bezel and a factory-original Annive...

Category

1980s Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 1986 Rolex Day-Date 18108 18K YG Blue Dial Diamond Bezel Auto 36mm
Vintage 1986 Rolex Day-Date 18108 18K YG Blue Dial Diamond Bezel Auto 36mm

Vintage 1986 Rolex Day-Date 18108 18K YG Blue Dial Diamond Bezel Auto 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This is a watch that feels important on the wrist because it represents Rolex at its most audacious and creative. Key Specs Reference: 18108 Model: Day-Date Year: 1986 Movement: A...

Category

Late 20th Century Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Dark Blue Diamond Dial Auto 34 mm
1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Dark Blue Diamond Dial Auto 34 mm

1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Dark Blue Diamond Dial Auto 34 mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Key Specs Reference: 15037 Model: Oyster Perpetual Date Year: 1986 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 34mm Bezel: 14K Yellow Gold Fluted Bracelet: 14K Yellow Gold Oyster Bracelet Length...

Category

1980s Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rolex OP Date 34mm 14k Gold Champagne Dial Watch
Vintage Rolex OP Date 34mm 14k Gold Champagne Dial Watch

Vintage Rolex OP Date 34mm 14k Gold Champagne Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date in 14K yellow gold featuring 34mm case with a champagne dial, fluted bezel, and Jubilee bracelet.

Category

1980s Swiss Retro Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex Day Date President 18138 Factory Diamond Dial Bezel & Lugs 18K Yellow Gold
Rolex Day Date President 18138 Factory Diamond Dial Bezel & Lugs 18K 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...

Category

1980s Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Yellow Gold

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Vintage Rolex Submariner Reference 5513 Stainless Steel Watch, 1986
Vintage Rolex Submariner Reference 5513 Stainless Steel Watch, 1986

Vintage Rolex Submariner Reference 5513 Stainless Steel Watch, 1986

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1986 Vintage Rolex Submariner Reference 5513. Stainless Steel case, that measures in at 40mm wide.

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Rolex Explorer 11 16550 1986  Collectors
Rolex Explorer 11 16550 1986  Collectors

Rolex Explorer 11 16550 1986 Collectors

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

This remarkable timepiece is considered to be the model that bridges between the then old-style retro looking Explorers and its modern successors. It is in fact the first five digit ...

Category

1980s Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 1601 Mosaic Blue Fluted Bezel Jubilee Bracelet 1986
Rolex Datejust 1601 Mosaic Blue Fluted Bezel Jubilee Bracelet 1986

Rolex Datejust 1601 Mosaic Blue Fluted Bezel Jubilee Bracelet 1986

By Rolex

Located in SYDNEY, AU

SKU 1954 Brand Rolex Model Datejust Reference 1601 Year 1986 Dial Mosaic Blue Case Steel and 18k White Gold Fluted Bezel Bracelet Steel Diameter 36mm x 44mm Length 20cm Movement Auto...

Category

1980s Rolex Vintage 1986

1986 Rolex Men's Two Tone Watch 16013 Gold Linen Stick Dial
1986 Rolex Men's Two Tone Watch 16013 Gold Linen Stick Dial

1986 Rolex Men's Two Tone Watch 16013 Gold Linen Stick Dial

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1986 Rolex Men's Datejust Watch Model: 16013 Serial: 8922691 This vintage men's rolex is set in stainless steel and 18K yellow gold Gold Linen dial with gold stick markers 36mm d...

Category

1980s Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

1986 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Datejust Watch Champagne Diamond Dial 69173
1986 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Datejust Watch Champagne Diamond Dial 69173

1986 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Datejust Watch Champagne Diamond Dial 69173

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1986 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Datejust Watch Model: 69173 Serial: 9309549 Rolex factory champagne diamond dial with 18K yellow gold bezel 26mm case Automatic movement Tow tone jubi...

Category

1980s Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage 1986 Rolex Date Two Tone Automatic Men's Watch Ref 15053
Vintage 1986 Rolex Date Two Tone Automatic Men's Watch Ref 15053

Vintage 1986 Rolex Date Two Tone Automatic Men's Watch Ref 15053

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This vintage 1986 Rolex Date ref. 15053 showcases the timeless sophistication and precision craftsmanship that define the Rolex name.

Category

20th Century Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Mini Datejust 69173 Champagne Dial 9m Serial SS/YG 1986
Rolex Mini Datejust 69173 Champagne Dial 9m Serial SS/YG 1986

Rolex Mini Datejust 69173 Champagne Dial 9m Serial SS/YG 1986

By Rolex

Located in SYDNEY, AU

SKU 1950 Brand Rolex Model Datejust Reference 69173 Year 1986 Dial Champagne Dial Case Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 26mm Length 16.3cm Moveme...

Category

1980s Rolex Vintage 1986

ROLEX Stainless Steel and Gold GMT-Master Ref 1675 circa 1986
ROLEX Stainless Steel and Gold GMT-Master Ref 1675 circa 1986

ROLEX Stainless Steel and Gold GMT-Master Ref 1675 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 1675, 18k yellow gold and stainless steel, 27-jewel cal. 3075 automatic movement, black dial with gilt printing. 18k gold and stainless steel Jubilee bracelet. ...

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16030, Black dial, 36mm, Full Set, Yr 1986
Rolex Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16030, Black dial, 36mm, Full Set, Yr 1986

Rolex Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16030, Black dial, 36mm, Full Set, Yr 1986

By Rolex

Located in Canterbury, England

This example comes with inner and outer box (the outer with black dot (so original black dial!), Datejust booklet (1986), Oyster booklet (1985), insurance valuation 1986 , £853, reci...

Category

1980s Rolex Vintage 1986

Rolex Stainless Steel GMT Master II Wristwatch Ref 16760 circa 1986
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT Master II Wristwatch Ref 16760 circa 1986

Rolex Stainless Steel GMT Master II Wristwatch Ref 16760 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in Stamford, CT

Rolex stainless steel GMT Master II wristwatch, Ref. 16760, circa 1986, with red and black bezel, original bracelet, dial and naturally faded markers Stainless steel Bracelet len...

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1986 Rolex DateJust Model 16013 Stainless 18K Yellow Gold Box Papers
Vintage 1986 Rolex DateJust Model 16013 Stainless 18K Yellow Gold Box Papers

Vintage 1986 Rolex DateJust Model 16013 Stainless 18K Yellow Gold Box Papers

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Maker: Rolex Model: DateJust 16013 Year: 1986 Material: Stainless Steel and 18k Yellow Gold  Dial: Champagne Stick Case Measurement: 36mm Movement: Automatic Condition: Very Good, li...

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

1986 Rolex Men's 15053 Two Tone Watch Black Stick Dial box and papers
1986 Rolex Men's 15053 Two Tone Watch Black Stick Dial box and papers

1986 Rolex Men's 15053 Two Tone Watch Black Stick Dial box and papers

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1986 Rolex Men's Two Tone Watch Model: 15053 Serial: 9202568 34mm case.

Category

20th Century Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

1986 Rolex Men's 15053 Two Tone Watch Black Stick Dial Box and Papers
1986 Rolex Men's 15053 Two Tone Watch Black Stick Dial Box and Papers

1986 Rolex Men's 15053 Two Tone Watch Black Stick Dial Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1986 Rolex Men's Two Tone Watch Model: 15053 Serial: 9202568 34mm case.

Category

20th Century Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel with Custom Gold Diamond and Ruby Bezel from 1986 Quickset Calendar
Rolex Steel with Custom Gold Diamond and Ruby Bezel from 1986 Quickset Calendar

Rolex Steel with Custom Gold Diamond and Ruby Bezel from 1986 Quickset Calendar

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 16104 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1986 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm X Diameter 36mm...

Category

1980s Swiss Modernist Rolex Vintage 1986

Vintage 1986 Rolex DayDate President with Rare Brown Burst Dial Box Papers 18038
Vintage 1986 Rolex DayDate President with Rare Brown Burst Dial Box Papers 18038

Vintage 1986 Rolex DayDate President with Rare Brown Burst Dial Box Papers 18038

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Vintage 1986 Rolex Day Date President with Rare Brown Burst Dial Box Papers Maker: Rolex Model: 18038 Day Date Year: 1986 Material: 18K Yellow Gold, Brilliant cut and Baguette cut ...

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Fluted Bezel Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 69178
Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Fluted Bezel Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 69178

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Fluted Bezel Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 69178

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch was produced in 1986. Brand Rolex Series Datejust Model Number 69178 Box No Papers No Production Year 1986 Movement Automatic Self Wind Gender Ladies Case Material Yellow...

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Custom Diamonds Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 69178
Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Custom Diamonds Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 69178

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Custom Diamonds Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 69178

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch was produced in 1986. Details: Brand Rolex Series Datejust Model Number 69178 Box No Papers No Production Year 1986 Movement Automatic Self Wind Gender Ladies Case Mater...

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags
1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Model: 16013 Serial: 9007376 This authentic Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Just Watch has a 36mm case Automatic movement Blue Dial with gold markers 18K Yel...

Category

20th Century Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags
1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Model: 16013 Serial: 9007376 This authentic Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Just Watch has a 36mm case Automatic movement Blue Dial with gold markers 18K Yel...

Category

20th Century Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags
1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Model: 16013 Serial: 9007376 This authentic Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Just Watch has a 36mm case Automatic movement Blue Dial with gold markers 18K Yel...

Category

20th Century Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date President 118238 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Rolex Day-Date President 118238 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date President 118238 18 Karat Yellow Gold

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Day-Date President 118238 36mm Black Dial - Gold Stick Markers 18 Karat Yellow Gold Automatic Movement with Original Box c.2000 The 1986 Rolex Day-Date President is the crown ...

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1990 Rolex Day Date 18 Karat Model 18238 with Rare Blue Vignette Dial
Vintage 1990 Rolex Day Date 18 Karat Model 18238 with Rare Blue Vignette Dial

Vintage 1990 Rolex Day Date 18 Karat Model 18238 with Rare Blue Vignette Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Maker: Rolex Model: 18238 Day Date "President" Year: 1990 Material: 18K Yellow Gold, Brilliant-cut and Baguette-cut Diamonds Dial: Rare Authentic Blue Vignette Dial Movement: Autom...

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cream Dial Stainless Steel Ref #16550 Explorer II by Rolex
Cream Dial Stainless Steel Ref #16550 Explorer II by Rolex

Cream Dial Stainless Steel Ref #16550 Explorer II by Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Stainless Steel Cream Dial Ref #16550 Explorer II by Rolex - Rare Cream Dial, Box & Warranty Papers & Rolex Service Papers, circa 1986

Category

Late 20th Century Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14 Karat Gold Model 15037
1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14 Karat Gold Model 15037

1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14 Karat Gold Model 15037

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14k Gold Model 15037 Additional Information: Maker: Rolex Model: 15037 Serial Number: Year: 1986 Material: 14k Yellow Gold, Original Ostrich Leath...

Category

20th Century Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Wristwatch from 1986 with Original Black Dial
Rolex Stainless Steel Wristwatch from 1986 with Original Black Dial

Rolex Stainless Steel Wristwatch from 1986 with Original Black Dial

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Air-King / Ref. 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1986 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 39mm x 34mm MO...

Category

1980s Swiss Modern Rolex Vintage 1986

1986 Rolex Men's Presidential 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Roman Dial Watch
1986 Rolex Men's Presidential 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Roman Dial Watch

1986 Rolex Men's Presidential 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Roman Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1986 Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Presidential Watch Model: 1500811 Serial: 8994662 34mm case White Roman Dial with yellow markers Yellow Gold Presidential Band - fits up to 7 3/4" - no...

Category

1980s Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Yellow Gold

1986 Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM 69174 White Dial Jubilee Stainless Steel Watch
1986 Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM 69174 White Dial Jubilee Stainless Steel Watch

1986 Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM 69174 White Dial Jubilee Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

Brand: Rolex Gender: Ladies Diameter: 26.00 mm Weight: 49.06 grams Ladies Stainless Steel ROLEX Swiss-made watch.

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Date Wrist Watch Ref 6694
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Date Wrist Watch Ref 6694

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Date Wrist Watch Ref 6694

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1986 Rolex Oyster Date Reference 6694, 34 MM Stainless Steel Oyster case with Smooth Bezel, 17 Jewel Caliber 1225 Manual Wind Movement, Black Dial with raised Markers, sweep se...

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 16013 Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16013 Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 16013 Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 16013 Serial: 9054*** Year: 1986 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yello...

Category

1980s Rolex Vintage 1986

Rolex Datejust 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chevrolet Award Ref 16018, circa 1986
Rolex Datejust 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chevrolet Award Ref 16018, circa 1986

Rolex Datejust 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chevrolet Award Ref 16018, circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This comes on a Rolex Jubilee gold bracelet with hidden clasp. 36mm circa 1986

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

ROLEX Stainless Steel Submariner Ref 168000 circa 1986
ROLEX Stainless Steel Submariner Ref 168000 circa 1986

ROLEX Stainless Steel Submariner Ref 168000 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex SS Submariner w/ date rare ref # 168000 (not 16800), R5 serial circa 1986.

Category

1990s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Pinchbeck

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1986
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1986

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Circa 1986 stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref 1002 Officially Certified Chronometer.

Category

1980s Swiss Modern Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

1986 Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold 18038 Wristwatch
1986 Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold 18038 Wristwatch

1986 Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold 18038 Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

Vintage * *Complete with: Presentation Pouch dated 1986 *Case Size: 36mm *Strap: 18K Yellow Gold President *Age: 1986 *Strap length: Adjustable up to 17cm.

Category

1980s Unknown Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Transitional Automatic Wristwatch, circa 1986
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Transitional Automatic Wristwatch, circa 1986

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Transitional Automatic Wristwatch, circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Submariner ref 16800 transitional model serial# 9.3 million circa 1986 with glossy black dial with richly patina’d luminous indexes, hands, and pearl.

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual circa 1986
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual circa 1986

Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Lady's 14K Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch, circa 1986. 27mm case with smooth bezel and sapphire crystal.

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16014 circa 1986
ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16014 circa 1986

ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16014 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Datejust wristwatch, Ref 16014, serial 9.0 million, circa 1986. 36mm diameter full size model with smooth bezel and screw down crown.

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Jubilee Dial Wristwatch, 1986
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Jubilee Dial Wristwatch, 1986

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Jubilee Dial Wristwatch, 1986

By Rolex

Located in Epsom, Surrey

Specifications; Model Number: 16013 Year: 1986 Dial: Champagne Jubilee Bezel: 18k Gold Fluted Accessories: Box Condition: Excellent Bracelet: Rolex Jubilee Bracelet Case Diamet...

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch Ref 1501 circa 1986
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch Ref 1501 circa 1986

Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch Ref 1501 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rolex stainless steel Date wristwatch, Ref. 1501.

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Day-Date President 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 1986
Vintage Rolex Day-Date President 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 1986

Vintage Rolex Day-Date President 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 1986

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1986 Vintage Rolex Day-Date President Quick Date Set Ref. 18038 18k Yellow Gold watch with Original Champagne Dial with Applied Gold Stick/Bar/Baton Markers with Original Rolex 18k Y...

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Rolex yellow gold stainless steel Datejust self winding wristwatch, circa 1986
Rolex yellow gold stainless steel Datejust self winding wristwatch, circa 1986

Rolex yellow gold stainless steel Datejust self winding wristwatch, circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

An exceptionally well preserved example Rolex Datejust ref 16013 SS/18K YG circa 1986 with original black dial complete with box and papers.

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Men's Two-Tone Jubilee Oyster Perpetual Datejust Watch 16013 1986
Rolex Men's Two-Tone Jubilee Oyster Perpetual Datejust Watch 16013 1986

Rolex Men's Two-Tone Jubilee Oyster Perpetual Datejust Watch 16013 1986

By Rolex

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Rolex Men's Two-Tone Jubilee Oyster Perpetual Datejust Watch 16013 1986 Model #16013 Serial #93903XX Movement #3035 Movement Serial #16717XX Year: 1986 Stainless Steel Case w/ Flut...

Category

1980s Swiss Modern Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 16018, circa 1986
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 16018, circa 1986

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 16018, circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

An exceptional condition example Rolex 18K YG Datejust ref# 16018 serial #9.0 million circa 1986.

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Automatic wristwatch Ref 18038, circa 1986
Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Automatic wristwatch Ref 18038, circa 1986

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Automatic wristwatch Ref 18038, circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex ref# 18038 18K YG Day Date President circa 1986 complete with original Rolex warranty papers, booklets, box, and accessories.

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15037 14 Karat Yellow Gold, circa 1986
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15037 14 Karat Yellow Gold, circa 1986

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15037 14 Karat Yellow Gold, circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

An exceptional condition Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 15037 serial # 9.1 million circa 1986.

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perceptual Date Wristwatch Ref 15000 circa 1986
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perceptual Date Wristwatch Ref 15000 circa 1986

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perceptual Date Wristwatch Ref 15000 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch, Ref. 15000, circa 1986. 34mm case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch, circa 1986 with custom color dial
Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch, circa 1986 with custom color dial

Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch, circa 1986 with custom color dial

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel Airking, ref 5500, serial # R3 circa 1986. 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal, and beautiful custom colored Tiffany & Co blue dial with ap...

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch with Custom-Colored Dial circa 1986
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch with Custom-Colored Dial circa 1986

Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch with Custom-Colored Dial circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch, Ref. 15000, serial number 9.0 million, circa 1986. 34 mm case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Wristwatch ref 18038 circa 1986
Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Wristwatch ref 18038 circa 1986

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Wristwatch ref 18038 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Day Date President Wristwatch ref 18038 serial # 9.5 million circa 1986. 36mm full size period man’s model with fluted bezel and sapphire crystal.

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Ref 16030 circa 1986
ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Ref 16030 circa 1986

ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Ref 16030 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Datejust, Ref. 16030, 36mm diameter case with engine turned bezel, serial no. 9.5 million, circa 1986, with black original dial with applied baton indexes and b...

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Two Tone Oysterquartz Men's Watch w/ Gold Dial 17013 1986 FULL LINKS
Rolex Two Tone Oysterquartz Men's Watch w/ Gold Dial 17013 1986 FULL LINKS

Rolex Two Tone Oysterquartz Men's Watch w/ Gold Dial 17013 1986 FULL LINKS

By Rolex

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Rolex Two Tone Oysterquartz Men's Watch w/ Gold Dial 17013 1986 Model #17013 Serial #89110XX Year: 1986 Stainless Steel Round Case w/ Fluted 18k Yellow Gold Bezel 36 mm in Diameter (...

Category

1980s Swiss Modern Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 18K YG Submariner ref. 16808 circa 1986
Rolex 18K YG Submariner ref. 16808 circa 1986

Rolex 18K YG Submariner ref. 16808 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18K YG Submariner ref 16808 serial # 9.6 million circa 1986.

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch circa 1986 with Custom Cobalt Blue Dial
Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch circa 1986 with Custom Cobalt Blue Dial

Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch circa 1986 with Custom Cobalt Blue Dial

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Airking wristwatch, Ref. 5500, serial number L6, circa 1986. 34mm diameter Oyster case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold GMT Master Wristwatch Ref 16753 circa 1986
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold GMT Master Wristwatch Ref 16753 circa 1986

Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold GMT Master Wristwatch Ref 16753 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel and 18K Yellow Gold GMT-Master Wristwatch ref 16753 serial # 9.3 million circa 1986. 40mm diameter case with rotating 18K yellow gold 24 hour bezel and acrylic ...

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Rolex SS Submariner ref 168000 with B&P c. 1986
Rolex SS Submariner ref 168000 with B&P c. 1986

Rolex SS Submariner ref 168000 with B&P c. 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex SS Submariner ref 168000 B & P. Scarce reference # model produced for only 6 months. 9.720 million production circa 1986 with glossy black dial with WG luminous surrounds.

Category

1980s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Stainless Steel

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1950s Rolex Vintage 1986

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1980s Contemporary Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

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By Patek Philippe

Located in Long Beach, CA

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By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

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20th Century Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

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By Girard Perregaux

Located in Kaohsiung City, TW

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

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By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...

Category

1970s French Modernist Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

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By Rolex

Located in Queens, NY

Rolex Cellini 18K Yellow Gold Watch, featuring champagne dial with baton indexes and 18K Rolex Crown logo at 12 0'clock, powered by 19 jewel mechanical wind-up movement, worn on wris...

Category

20th Century Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 18038 Serial: 644**** Year: 1980 Model: Rolex Day Date President Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Band: Custom 18k Yellow Gold President Bezel: 18k...

Category

1980s Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

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By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

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Materials

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Rolex 14Kt. Oyster Perpetual Rare "Bubble Back" with Factory Original Dial 1948
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By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

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Category

1940s Swiss Modern Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

14k Gold

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By Rolex

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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1970s Swiss Contemporary Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

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By Chopard

Located in beverly hills, CA

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Category

20th Century Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

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By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

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Category

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Materials

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By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

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Category

1970s Swiss Rolex Vintage 1986

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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By Omega

Located in New York, NY

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Rolex Vintage 1986 For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate rolex vintage 1986 for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Steel and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. You’re likely to find the perfect rolex vintage 1986 among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. A rolex vintage 1986 of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 1, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a square cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a rolex vintage 1986, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and women.

How Much is a Rolex Vintage 1986?

On average, a rolex vintage 1986 at 1stDibs sells for $5,199, while they’re typically $4,099 on the low end and $28,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

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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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

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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