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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Rolex Datejust 41mm Wimbledon Jubilee 2025 Unworn with box and warranty NEW
By Rolex
Located in Capri, IT
Rolex Datejust 41mm Wimbledon Jubilee 2025 Unworn with box and warranty NEW grey dial stainless steel bracelet round case date window fluted bezel automatic movement roman numeral m...
2002 Rolex Ladies DateJust Two Tone Blue Diamond Dial Watch 79173 #23237
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2002 Rolex Ladies Datejust Watch Model: 79173 Serial: Y611504 This classic Rolex ladies watch is set in stainless steel with 18K gold bezel and gold accents on oyster band 26mm ca...
Stainless Steel
1978 Rolex Day-Date Model 1807 - 18k Gold Watch with Pave Diamond Accents - 36mm
By Rolex
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is an original 1978 Rolex Day-Date Model 1807 mens watch in 18k yellow gold with added diamond bezel & pave diamond Presidential band. It has a Champagne dial and baton indi...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Air-King Stainless Steel Deep Blue Dial with Gold Hour Markers
By Rolex
Located in Zurich, CH
A Striking, Rare Configuration of a Mid-Century Minimalist Icon. The Rolex Air-King stands as one of the longest-running and most enduring collections in the crown's storied history...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Stainless Steel Black Diamond Dial with Custom Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Zurich, CH
The Ultimate Confluence of Monochromatic Precision and Brilliant Luxury. The Rolex Datejust stands as the quintessential luxury timepiece, striking a flawless harmony between timele...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Sultan Submariner 16613 Two-Tone 40mm Champagne Serti Diamond Watch
By Rolex
Located in Zurich, CH
A Regally Configured Icon of Marine Luxury. The Rolex Submariner stands as an immutable pillar of horological history, globally celebrated for defining the luxury dive watch archety...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Zephyr Oyster Date 35mm Watch
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Vintage Rolex Zephyr Oysterdate reference 5501 circa 1966 two tone. This watch is in very nice condition considering its age, the engine turned bezel is still crisp along with the cr...
Vintage Rolex Orchid 18K White Gold Handwind Cocktail Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A charming example of Rolex’s mid-century ladies’ watchmaking, this vintage Orchid cocktail watch pairs refined elegance with the exceptional craftsmanship for which Rolex is renowne...
18k Gold
Vintage Rolex Day Date President 18k White Gold Watch Ref. 1803
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Vintage Rolex Day-Date President Ref. 1803 is a timeless expression of luxury and prestige, crafted in solid 18k white gold and presented on an elegant leather strap. As one of R...
18k Gold
Rolex Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Precision Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A vintage ladies Rolex Precision, crafted in 1950, showcasing timeless elegance and Swiss craftsmanship. The round case measures 20mm in width, featu...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Strap Watch 18038
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Strap Watch 18038 - Automatic winding; quick-set; sapphire crystal. President - Day-Date. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel ( 36 mm). Ver...
Rolex Yacht-Master Men's Stainless Steel & Rose Gold Watch 126621
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Yacht-Master Men's Stainless Steel & Rose Gold Watch 126621 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Yacht-Master. Stainless steel case with rotating Rose Go...
Rolex Datejust Men's 2-Tone Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's 2-Tone Watch 16233 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Datejust. Stainless steel with 18k yellow gold fluted bezel (36mm diameter). Silve...
Vintage 1969 Rolex Day-Date 1803 18K Rose Gold Pink Salmon Dial Auto 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Presidential Standard In A Rare Tone The Day-Date has been the definitive Rolex flagship since its introduction in 1956, a position it has never relinquished. The reference 1803...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Day‑Date 18078 “Bark” President – Factory Champagne Diamond Dial, 18K
By Rolex
Located in Tucson, AZ
Offered here is by our assessment an all‑original Rolex Day‑Date reference 18078 in 18K yellow gold, featuring the distinctive factory “bark” finish bezel and President bracelet and ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1982 Ladies Rolex 6917 with Diamond Bezel 18k Yellow Gold Complete
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Complete with original box and papers. Vintage 6917 18k 1982 ladies Datejust with a diamond bezel. Crafted out of 18k yellow gold paired with a champagne dial and the iconic Presiden...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1962 Rolex Explorer Ref. 5501 Vintage Mens Watch - Stainless Steel & 14K Gold
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. 1962 ROLEX EXPLORER...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady Date 6917, 26mm Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel, c1979
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Rolex lady Date, reference 6917, features a 26mm stainless steel case with yellow gold fluted bezel and stainless steel and yellow gold jubilee bracelet, a classic combin...
1947 Rolex Precision Vintage Mens Claw Lugs Square Dress Watch, 14K Rose Gold SS
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster with Custom Made Blue Dial and Diamond Markers 1960 / 70
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster / Reference 6426 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960-70 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm "Lug Tip to Lug...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Men's Stainless Steel Watch 116000
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Men's Stainless Steel Watch 116000 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, sapphire crystal. Oyster Perpetual. Stainless steel case with smooth bezel (36mm diameter). ...
2000 Rolex Submariner Men's Watch 16610 Black Dial Bezel #24693
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2000 Rolex Submariner Watch Model: 16610 Serial: P702253 This classic Rolex Submariner men's watch is set in stainless steel. Black dial with luminescent markers. 40mm case size ...
Stainless Steel
1981 Rolex Datejust 31 President 6827 18K Yellow Gold Watch White Roman #24681
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1981 Rolex 18K Yellow Gold President Datejust 31 Watch Model: 6827 Serial: 6703098 This elegant Rolex midsize watch is set in solid 18K gold. 31mm case w...
18k Gold
2000 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Datejust 79163 Diamond Slate Dial #24682
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2000 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Datejust Model: 79163 Serial: K143131 This classic ladies Rolex watch is set in stainless steel and 18K yellow gold...
Stainless Steel
1960's Rolex Ladies Datejust 18K Pink Gold Watch 6517 Champagne Dial #24698
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1960's Rolex Ladies Datejust Watch Model: 6517 Serial: 1xxx13 ( numbers have been worn over time so full serial is not visible) This vintage Rolex ladies watch is set in 18K pink g...
18k Gold
Ladies Rolex Perpetual Datejust 79173. 26mm Case Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel, c1999
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our ladies Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust reference 79173 features a 26mm stainless steel case with yellow gold fluted bezel and jubilee stainless steel and yellow gold bracelet and...
Rolex Platinum Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
Model: Cosmograph Daytona Movement: Self-Winding Caliber 4130 Circa: 2010s Case: 40mm Case Material: Platinum Dial Color: Ice Blue Complications: Chronograph, Tachymeter Scale Delive...
Platinum
Rolex Datejust 41mm Chocolate Index Dial Two-Tone Rose Gold Steel Watch 126331
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41 in Oystersteel and Everose gold features a chocolate dial and a Jubilee bracelet. The Rolex fluted bezel is a mark of distinction. Originally, the f...
Steel, Stainless Steel, Rose Gold
Rolex Daytona Chronograph Men's Stainless Steel Watch 116520
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Daytona Chronograph Men's Stainless Steel Watch 116520 - Automatic winding, chronograph, 44 jewels, sapphire crystal. Daytona. Stainless steel case (40mm diameter). White dial....
1989 Rolex 18K Yellow Gold President Day Date 18238 Men's Watch #23710
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1989 Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Presidential Day Date Watch Model: 18238 Serial: L327924 This elegant 18K yellow gold men's Rolex features day/date settings and quickset design. Champa...
18k Gold
Rolex Lady Datejust 79174, 26mm Case, White Gold Fluted Bezel, Yr 2001
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our neo-vintage, 25 years old ladies Rolex Lady Datejust reference 79174 is the classic combination of 26mm stainless steel case with white gold fluted bezel, silver baton dial and s...
2005 Rolex Daytona 116520 Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic 40mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The First In-House Daytona The reference 116520 is a landmark in the history of the world's most famous chronograph. Introduced in 2000, it was the first Daytona to house a movement...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36MM 116234 Tuxedo Dial Jubilee 18K White Gold Fluted Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Men Metal Type: Stainless Steel & 18K White Gold Length: 7.25 inches Width: 36.00 mm Weight: 115.46 grams Rolex Men's, stainless steel and 18K white go...
White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
1940's Rolex Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - Platinum & Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
Platinum
Rolex Submariner Date 126610LV Kermit MK2 41mm Black Dial Green Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rolex Submariner 126610LV is a masterful blend of luxury and functionality. This 41mm timepiece showcases a striking black dial, accentuated by luminous round indexes and hands, ensu...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yacht-Master 18K Yellow Gold – Complete Set – Mint Condition
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional example of the iconic Rolex Yacht-Master, crafted entirely in solid 18K yellow gold and offered in outstanding, investment-grade condition. This watch comes complete w...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1961 Rolex Oyster Royal 6427 Stainless Steel Patina White Dial Manual 34 mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Mid-Century Oyster Foundation The reference 6427 represents a pure, unadorned expression of mid-century design language, originating from an era when utilitarian durability and ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Cellini 3807 Champagne Dial 18K Gold Manual Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex Cellini manual-wind dress watch in 18K yellow gold featuring a tonneau-shaped case with a champagne dial, applied gold indices, Cellini script signature, and an integra...
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Factory Original Charcoal Dial circa 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 34...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41mm Sundust Dial Two-Tone Everose Gold Fluted Bezel Watch 126331
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41 in Oystersteel and Everose gold features a Sundust dial and an Oyster bracelet. The Rolex fluted bezel is a mark of distinction. Originally, the flu...
Steel, Stainless Steel, Rose Gold
Rolex Lady Yacht Master 29mm Two Tone 18K Gold & Steel Gray Dial Oyster Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
2004 Rolex Lady Yacht-Master ref. 169623 automatic wristwatch in two-tone stainless steel and 18K yellow gold, featuring a rotatable yellow gold graduated bezel, gray dial with gold ...
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 16233 Two Tone Steel-18K Gold Ruby Diamond Bezel Vintage Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust two-tone stainless steel and 18K yellow gold automatic wristwatch featuring an aftermarket diamond and ruby bezel, a white dial with black Roman num...
Ruby, Diamond, Stainless Steel, Gold
Rolex Submariner 18k Gold Men's Watch 16618
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Submariner 18k Gold Men's Watch 16618 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Submariner. 18k yellow gold case with rotating bezel with blue insert (40mm di...
1960's Rolex Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - 18K White Gold & Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. 1960's ROLEX Ladies Vintage...
White Gold
Rolex President Day-Date Men's Watch 18238
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex President Day-Date Men's Watch 18238 - Automatic winding,31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. President Day-Date. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel. Rare factory Red Vig...
$6,160Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Ref 6615 Oyster Perpetual 18k Solid Gold Ladies 1960s Automatic RA784
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless elegance, 18k solid gold Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual 6615 automatic, c.1966, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed...
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31mm Midsize Steel Pink Dial Ladies Watch 177200
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31 Midsize Steel Pink Dial Ladies' Watch 177200. Chronometer automatic self-winding movement with quickset date function. Stainless steel Oyster case, 31.0 mm ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1991 Rolex Datejust 69173 Two-Tone Champagne Arabic Dial Auto 26mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Definitive Rolex Design The Datejust is the foundation of the Rolex catalog. For decades, the two-tone combination of stainless steel and yellow gold, paired with a fluted bezel...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Pearlmaster Tridor Meteorite Dial Diamond (18948)
By Rolex
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This Rolex Pearlmaster wristwatch (Ref. 18948), is a rare Masterpiece edition from the early 2000s that combines three shades of 18K gold in its distinctive Tridor construction with ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$14,981Sale Price|25% Off
Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold Diamonds w Oyster Perpetual Band 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold and Diamonds on the Numbers with an Oyster Band Creator: Rolex 2416631 , 6627 Design: Oyster Perpetual Case Material: 18kYellow-Rose Gold S...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
2009 Rolex Daytona 116520 Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic 40mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The First In-House Daytona The reference 116520 is a landmark model. It represents the moment Rolex brought its legendary chronograph entirely in-house, replacing the modified Zenit...
Stainless Steel
1943 Rolex Very Rare Lund & Blockley Oyster Aqua Vintage Mens Midsize World War
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
Stainless Steel
$38,400Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex x Loree Rodkin Watch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date crafted in 18k yellow gold, customised by jewellery designer Loree Rodkin. The watch features a champagne dial with baton hour markers, day aperture...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Yacht-Master 169622 Platinum Bezel 29mm Ladies Watch 2005 Full Set
By Rolex
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to present this elegant and highly sought-after Rolex Yacht-Master 169622 Ladies Watch featuring a 29mm stainless steel case, lustrous platinum dial, and matching plat...
Platinum, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Date 14k Yellow Gold Men’s Watch Ref. 15007 Chevy Case Back
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A timeless classic from Rolex, this Oyster Perpetual Date reference 15007 is crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and embodies the brand’s understated elegance and everyday wearability. ...
14k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 26mm Diamond Bezel 18K Two Tone Gold Jubilee Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Women's Wristwatch 18K Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Ref. 67193 two-tone stainless steel and 18k yellow gold vintage 1988 watch featuring a jubilee bracelet and ~1.00 carat custom diamond bezel ; 6" inch (15cm) bracelet, 7/10 condition (good) 47.34 grams Vintage 1988 Rolex Oyster Perpetual...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$24,000Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Lady Datejust President 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
A highly desirable Rolex Lady Datejust crafted in solid 18-karat yellow gold, accompanied by its original Rolex papers—an increasingly rare and valuable feature sought after by colle...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Rolex Diamond Watch. 14k YG Ladies Rolex 3271 Mechanical Windup Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
14k Yellow Gold Rolex Diamond Accent Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1970s. 1400 Caliber Rolex Movement Ref. 3271. Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism. Case an...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Daytona Steel 40mm White Dial Steel Oyster Bracelet Men's Watch 116520
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Daytona Steel White Dial Mens Watch 116520. Chronometer automatic self-winding chronograph movement. Stainless steel oyster case 40.0 mm in diameter. Special screw-down push bu...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1965 Rolex Submariner 5513 Stainless Steel Gilt Dial Automatic 40 mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Gilt Era Submariner The reference 5513 is one of the longest-running and most revered models in Rolex history. It is the definitive no-date Submariner, celebrated for its pure, ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, new and classic vintage watches on 1stDibs.
While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind.
Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. 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.
Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic 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 watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory.
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.
When shopping for a watch, 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.
Find exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, new and vintage watches on 1stDibs — we promise it will be worth your time.
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