Rolex Rare Day-Date NOS Omani Dial 1803
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare NOS Day-Date crafted in 18k yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a silver dial with applied hour
20th Century Swiss Rolex Vintage
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rare Day-Date NOS Omani Dial 1803
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare NOS Day-Date crafted in 18k yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a silver dial with applied hour
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Lady Precision 1950s Cocktail Dress Watch Manual Wind RA757
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare, charming elegance, Rolex Lady Precision cocktail watch, c.1957, in excellent working
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1978 Rolex Oysterquartz 17000 Stainless Steel Black Dial 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Architect Of The Integrated Rolex The OysterQuartz was the Rolex response to the quartz crisis
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16220 Grey Dial Watch in Steel, 1990s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference number 16220 automatic with a grey dial on an oyster
Steel
Rolex President Day-Date 18k Gold Barked Men's Watch 1807
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex President Day-Date 18k Gold Barked Men's Watch 1807 - Automatic winding; 26 jewels; acrylic
Rolex Platinum DateJust Presidential 15 Carat Diamond 26mm Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1988 Rolex Datejust Presidential in platinum featuring 15 carats of natural diamonds. Pave
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1960s 18k Yellow Gold Rolex Cellini Watch Ref. 3643J
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1960s Rolex Cellini Ref. 3643J is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a refined
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 16220 36mm Silver Tropical Dial Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16220 Serial: L49**** Year: 1989 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Datejust with a Unique Finish, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL
Rolex Datejust 1603 Lavender Dial Watch in Steel, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 1603 automatic with a lavender/ taupe sunburst dial (the
Steel
Rolex Datejust 16030 Blue Buckley Dial Steel Watch, 1980s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16030 automatic with a blue Buckley dial (Roman numerals
Steel
Vintage 1982 Rolex Datejust 31MM 18KT Yellow Gold Ref. 6827
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A refined vintage example from the early 1980s, this 1982 Rolex Datejust Ref. 6827 features a 31mm
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel O.P Date with Rare Vignette Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster perpetual chronometer 2940, aka "bubbleback / ovetto. c 1949
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our very attractive vintage Rolex Oyster perpetual chronometer, reference 2940, aka "bubbleback
Rolex Ladies Vintage Wrist Watch 14K Yellow Gold Bracelet-1950s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Elegant vintage 1950s Rolex ladies wristwatch crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, featuring a refined
14k Gold
Rolex Vintage Yellow Gold Strap Model Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Rolex Wrist Watch, 33 M.M. 14K 2 piece case, 9 M.M. thick, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual
14k Gold
Rolex Date 1503 Men's Yellow Gold Sigma Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Date 1503 Men's Yellow Gold Sigma Dial Watch - Automatic winding, acrylic crystal. Yellow
Vintage 1948 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Watch Ref 6050
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual dates to 1948 and is crafted in stainless steel, bearing the
Stainless Steel
Rare Vintage Rolex Daytona Cosmograph Yellow Gold 6265
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
comes with a Rolex presentation box, our one year warranty and guaranteed authenticity.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies Datejust Steel & Gold Mother of Pearl Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Ladies Datejust Steel & Gold Watch 69173 - Automatic winding, 29 jewels, Quickset date
Vintage Rolex Explorer Super Precision Underline Dial 5500
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage Rolex Explorer in stainless steel. Featuring a black gilt dial with arabic numbers, a
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 69173 Champagne Dial Steel & Yellow Gold Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Datejust Ladies Watch Model 69173 with a Champagne Dial This exquisite watch features an
Stainless Steel
1990 Rolex Day Date Coral Ref. 18238 (Full Set)
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Coral, the King of Stone dials Rolex hasn't left a stone unturned when it comes to the selection
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Light Champagne Dial, 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex. A Rare Yellow Gold Pendant Pocket Watch C1964
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Rolex. A Rare 18ct Yellow Gold Dress Watch With Original Presentation Box C1964. Dial: The
Rolex Date 1503 14K Yellow Gold Jubilee Band 34mm
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1503 Serial: 6089*** Year: 1979 Model: Rolex Date Case Material: 14K
$6,600Sale Price|38% Off
Rolex Lady Datejust Stainless Steel Ladies Watch 179174
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Lady Datejust Stainless Steel Ladies Watch 179174 - Automatic winding; 31 jewel; sapphire
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Roulette Date (Two Colour Date Display)
By Rolex
Located in istanbul, TR
Indexes Year Manufactured 1970-1979 Band/Strap Rolex Oyster Reference Number 6694 Brand Rolex Case Color
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Datejust Ruby Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Timeless Elegance: Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173 Experience the perfect blend of luxury and
Diamond, Ruby
1995 Rolex Explorer 114270 Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Essential Utility Watch The Explorer 114270 is the most concentrated version of the Rolex
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 68258 18K Yellow Gold Midsize Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 68258 18K Midsize Ladies Watch. 31mm 18k yellow gold case. Pyramid
18k Gold
1972 Rolex Day Date Oxblood Stella 'Qaboos' Ref. 1803
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
the Rolex collection range and is a sign of success, wealth and prosperity. Presidents, Royals
18k Gold
$6,320Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 16220 Datejust Mens 1980s 36mm Automatic RA761
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic icon, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust ref.16220 automatic, c.1989, in excellent
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Contemporary Green Dial 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL
Stainless Steel
$6,433 / item
Ladies Rolex Datejust Cream Dial Two Tone Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rare Boxed Sterling Silver Rolex Photograph Frame c.1980
By Rolex
Located in Bath, GB
The perfect gift for the Rolex devotee, a rare picture frame made from solid / sterling / 925
Sterling Silver
Rolex Datejust Diamond/Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
1988 Rolex Day Date Rubellite Diamond Dial Ref. 18038
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Rubellite Rolex hasn’t left a stone unturned when it comes to the selection of materials they
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34 mm 1501 Silver Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in istanbul, TR
Classic but at the same time suitable for any occasion, the Rolex Oyster Date ref. 1501 can be worn
Stainless Steel
1997 Rolex Submariner 14060 Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic 40mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
wider ceramic bezels, the 14060 maintained the elegant, tapered silhouette that defined Rolex for
Steel, Stainless Steel
$17,035Sale Price|22% Off
Vintage Rolex Explorer II Spider Rail Dial 16550
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A striking Explorer II by Rolex, featuring an extremely rare and sought-after "rail" dial with a
Stainless Steel
Rolex Rare Vintage Oyster Perpetual Yellow Gold 1035
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A striking mens yellow gold Oyster Perpetual by Rolex. Featuring a rare champagne dial with applied
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Speckled Gold Dial 33MM 18K Gold Precision Leather Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
An extremely unique Rolex speckled gold and black dial 33mm Precision model watch in 18k gold
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Discreet Jubilee Design Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Diamond Bezel with Discreet Jubilee Design Champagne Diamond Dial 16013 This
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Ultra Thin Texture Case Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This 18k white gold rectangular Rolex manual watch features an ultrathin case and showcases a
18k Gold
Rolex Vintage Extremely Rare Ladies Yellow Gold Cocktail Watch Ref 4492
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Vintage Extremely Rare Ladies Yellow Gold Cocktail Watch Ref 4492 - Manual. 18K Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Cellini 3809 Manual 18K White Gold & Silver Mesh Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1972 Rolex Cellini model 3809 manual-wind dress watch in 18K white gold featuring a round
18k Gold
Rolex Ladies Yacht-Master 2-Tone Watch 69623 Silver Dial
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Ladies Yacht-Master 2-Tone Watch 69623 Silver Dial - Automatic winding; sapphire crystal
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Custom Blue Dial, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL
Stainless Steel
1999 Rolex GMT-Master 16700 Steel Auto Black Bezel 40mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
1999 example captures the model in its most refined state just before it was phased out of the Rolex
Steel
Vintage 1976 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1002 Blue Sunburst Dial 34mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A Special Dial On A Classic Frame The reference 1002 is the purest distillation of the Rolex
Steel, Stainless Steel
$9,700Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Submariner (No Date) 1989 Service Card from 2010
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner REFRENCE: 14060 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Rare Lapis Pyramid Dial Diamond Set 69138
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 26mm yellow gold Datejust by Rolex. Features an exceptionally rare lapis pyramid dial with
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex GMT Master Stainless Steel Blue Red Bezel, Ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in Queens, NY
Rolex GMT Master Stainless Steel Blue Red Bezel, reference no. 1675 with black dial, luminous
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Datejust Silver Textured Dial w/Jubilee Bracelet Ref. 1601
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 1601 Year: 1971 Serial number: 30xxxxx Reference: C0_ Case: 36mm
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch from 1952
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6106 MOVEMENT
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.
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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.