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Rolex Watches 1987

1987 Rolex Air-King 5500 Black Diamond Dial Stainless Steel 34mm Watch
1987 Rolex Air-King 5500 Black Diamond Dial Stainless Steel 34mm Watch

1987 Rolex Air-King 5500 Black Diamond Dial Stainless Steel 34mm Watch

By Rolex

Located in Newport Beach, CA

This watch is fitted with an original Rolex Oyster bracelet and will fit up to approximately a 7.5 inch wrist.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

1987 Rolex GMT Master Pepsi Vintage Watch 16700 Factory Original As Is
1987 Rolex GMT Master Pepsi Vintage Watch 16700 Factory Original As Is

1987 Rolex GMT Master Pepsi Vintage Watch 16700 Factory Original As Is

By Rolex

Located in Santa Monica, CA

1987 Rolex GMT Master Pepsi Automatic Watch 16700 Bracelet: 8.5 inch length including the case, thirteen links, clasp “M11”, "78360” see pictures for condition End Links: "501" , "...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 31mm 68274 Salmon Roman Dial Stainless Steel Watch Circa 1987
Rolex Datejust 31mm 68274 Salmon Roman Dial Stainless Steel Watch Circa 1987

Rolex Datejust 31mm 68274 Salmon Roman Dial Stainless Steel Watch Circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. It is a genuine Rolex which has b...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1987 Rolex Datejust Lady 69173 Two ToneAutomatic Champagne Diamond Dial
Vintage 1987 Rolex Datejust Lady 69173 Two ToneAutomatic Champagne Diamond Dial

Vintage 1987 Rolex Datejust Lady 69173 Two ToneAutomatic Champagne Diamond Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Easy to wear, instantly recognizable, and comfortable on the wrist. It works as a daily watch or as a classic addition to a Rolex collection.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Mini Datejust 26mm 69173 Champagne Dial TT YG/SS 1987
Rolex Mini Datejust 26mm 69173 Champagne Dial TT YG/SS 1987

Rolex Mini Datejust 26mm 69173 Champagne Dial TT YG/SS 1987

By Rolex

Located in SYDNEY, AU

Rolex Mini Datejust 69173 – 26mm – Champagne Dial – Two-Tone Yellow Gold & Steel – 1987 SKU 1931 Available exclusively at Classic Time Club, Sydney — your trusted destination for rar...

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Rare Ladies Rolex Datejust 69178, 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial year 1987
Rare Ladies Rolex Datejust 69178, 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial year 1987

Rare Ladies Rolex Datejust 69178, 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial year 1987

By Rolex

Located in Canterbury, England

Our ladies Rolex Datejust reference 69178 features a 26mm 18ct yellow gold case with 18ct president bracelet, and champagne with diamond set dial. Presented in original unpolished co...

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Vintage 1987 Rolex Datejust 16013 Two-Tone Champagne Linen Dial Auto 36mm
Vintage 1987 Rolex Datejust 16013 Two-Tone Champagne Linen Dial Auto 36mm

Vintage 1987 Rolex Datejust 16013 Two-Tone Champagne Linen Dial Auto 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Perfect Starting Point This is the right watch for someone who wants the most recognizable Rolex design in its most classic execution.

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage 1987 Rolex Lady Datejust 69173 Two-Tone Silver Sunburst Dial Auto 26mm
Vintage 1987 Rolex Lady Datejust 69173 Two-Tone Silver Sunburst Dial Auto 26mm

Vintage 1987 Rolex Lady Datejust 69173 Two-Tone Silver Sunburst Dial Auto 26mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Definitive Ladies' Timepiece The Rolex Datejust is not just a watch, it is the foundational blueprint for the modern luxury timepiece.

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Diamond Dial Jubilee 16013 Circa 1987
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Diamond Dial Jubilee 16013 Circa 1987

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Diamond Dial Jubilee 16013 Circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Model features quick-set movement...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Mini Datejust 26mm 69178 Mother of Pearl Pinball Baguette 1987 Box and Pap
Rolex Mini Datejust 26mm 69178 Mother of Pearl Pinball Baguette 1987 Box and Pap

Rolex Mini Datejust 26mm 69178 Mother of Pearl Pinball Baguette 1987 Box and Pap

By Rolex

Located in SYDNEY, AU

SKU 2316 Brand Rolex Model Mini Datejust Reference 69178 Year 1987 Dial Mother of Pearl Pinball Baguette Dial Case 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 26mm Length 15.5c...

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Vintage 1987 Rolex Day Date 18038 18K YG Onyx Pyramid Diamond Dial Auto 36mm
Vintage 1987 Rolex Day Date 18038 18K YG Onyx Pyramid Diamond Dial Auto 36mm

Vintage 1987 Rolex Day Date 18038 18K YG Onyx Pyramid Diamond Dial Auto 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Key Specs Reference: 18038 Model: Day-Date Year: 1987 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 36mm Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Fluted Bracelet: President Bracelet Length: 7in Dial: Onyx Pyramid P...

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone White Roman Numeral Dial Jubilee 16013 Circa 1987
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone White Roman Numeral Dial Jubilee 16013 Circa 1987

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone White Roman Numeral Dial Jubilee 16013 Circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Model features quick-set movement...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Silver lndex Dial Jubilee 16013 Circa 1987 Complete
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Silver lndex Dial Jubilee 16013 Circa 1987 Complete

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Silver lndex Dial Jubilee 16013 Circa 1987 Complete

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Model features quick-set movement...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Turn-o-graph Wristwatch Ref 16253, Aka "Thunderbird". Year 1987
Rolex Datejust Turn-o-graph Wristwatch Ref 16253, Aka "Thunderbird". Year 1987

Rolex Datejust Turn-o-graph Wristwatch Ref 16253, Aka "Thunderbird". Year 1987

By Rolex

Located in Canterbury, England

Our vintage and very rare Rolex Datejust Turn-o-graph reference 16253 aka the Thunderbird features a 36mm stainless steel case with rotating 18k yellow gold bezel and 18k yellow gold...

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

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Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 6917, circa 1987
Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 6917, circa 1987

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 6917, circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Vintage lady’s Rolex 18K rose gold Datejust ref# 6517 serial # L3 million circa 1987. Featuring a 27mm diameter Oyster case with screw down case back and screw down crown. With flute...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Midsized Rolex Datejust with Black Dial and Two-Tone Jubilee Bracelet circa 1987
Midsized Rolex Datejust with Black Dial and Two-Tone Jubilee Bracelet circa 1987

Midsized Rolex Datejust with Black Dial and Two-Tone Jubilee Bracelet circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in New Orleans, LA

This two-tone Rolex Datejust represents a middle-sized watch at 31mm. It features gold stick markers on a black face and a date window at the 6 o’clock position. This timepiece was...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

1987 Tiffany & Co. Rolex Explorer Patina Watch 16570
1987 Tiffany & Co. Rolex Explorer Patina Watch 16570

1987 Tiffany & Co. Rolex Explorer Patina Watch 16570

By Rolex for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Hicksville, NY

Brand: Rolex Model Name: Rolex Explorer II 40 Black Dial Automatic Steel Mens Watch 16570 Model Number: 16570 Gender: Mens Movement: Officially certified chronometer self-winding mov...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1987 Rolex Men's Watch Two Tone Jubilee Bracelet 16013 Linen Logo Dial
1987 Rolex Men's Watch Two Tone Jubilee Bracelet 16013 Linen Logo Dial

1987 Rolex Men's Watch Two Tone Jubilee Bracelet 16013 Linen Logo Dial

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1987 Rolex Men's Datejust Watch Model: 16013 Serial: 9787302 Two tone jubilee bracelet - fits up to 7 3/4" wrist - light stretch as shown in pictures Linen Rolex Logo Dial with go...

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

1987 Rolex Midsize 68278 18K Yellow Gold Watch Blue Dial Jubilee Band
1987 Rolex Midsize 68278 18K Yellow Gold Watch Blue Dial Jubilee Band

1987 Rolex Midsize 68278 18K Yellow Gold Watch Blue Dial Jubilee Band

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1987 Rolex Midsize 18K Yellow Gold Watch Model: 68278 Serial: 9743759 Automatic movement Blue Stick Dial 18K yellow gold case and jubilee band Band has some stretch as shown.

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Lady-Datejust 69174 Box and Papers 1987
Rolex Lady-Datejust 69174 Box and Papers 1987

Rolex Lady-Datejust 69174 Box and Papers 1987

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

This beautiful Rolex Lady Datejust is presented in excellent condition accompanied with original Rolex papers dated April 1987.

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Vintage 1980s Central American Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Date Automatic Wristwatch, 1987
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Date Automatic Wristwatch, 1987

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Date Automatic Wristwatch, 1987

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W4335 Model Number 15053 Serial Number: R99**** Condition: 8 - Good Condition Age: 1987 Case Diameter: 36 mm Case Size: 36mm Box and Papers: Box Only Movement: Automatic Case:...

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Certified 1987 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 67193 24 Millimeters Black Dial
Certified 1987 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 67193 24 Millimeters Black Dial

Certified 1987 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 67193 24 Millimeters Black Dial

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Functions: hours/ minutes/ seconds. Luxury watch style. Watch label: Swiss Made. Circa: 1987.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Vintage 1987 Rolex DateJust Model 1601 Rare Black Tapestry Dial
Vintage 1987 Rolex DateJust Model 1601 Rare Black Tapestry Dial

Vintage 1987 Rolex DateJust Model 1601 Rare Black Tapestry Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Maker: Rolex Model: 1601 DateJust Year: 1987 Material: 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Dial: Black Tapestry Case Measurement: 36mm Movement: Automatic Condition: Very Good ...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner 16800 Spider Patina Dial 1987 Box and Papers
Rolex Submariner 16800 Spider Patina Dial 1987 Box and Papers

Rolex Submariner 16800 Spider Patina Dial 1987 Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in SYDNEY, AU

SKU 2163 Brand Rolex Model Submariner Reference 16800 Year 1987 Dial Spider Patina Dial Case Steel Bracelet Steel Diameter 40mm Length 18.8cm Movement Automatic Weight N/A Lug Widt...

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Ladies Rolex Datejust Wristwatch ref 69173. Yellow Gold, Champagne Dial. 1987.
Ladies Rolex Datejust Wristwatch ref 69173. Yellow Gold, Champagne Dial. 1987.

Ladies Rolex Datejust Wristwatch ref 69173. Yellow Gold, Champagne Dial. 1987.

By Rolex

Located in Canterbury, England

Our neo vintage ladies Rolex Datejust reference 69173 features a stainless steel case (with fluted 18k yellow gold bezel), a lightly patinated champagne dial and 18k yellow gold and ...

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Day Date 36mm 18038 Champagne Dial 18k YG 9.5m Serial 1987
Rolex Day Date 36mm 18038 Champagne Dial 18k YG 9.5m Serial 1987

Rolex Day Date 36mm 18038 Champagne Dial 18k YG 9.5m Serial 1987

By Rolex

Located in SYDNEY, AU

SKU 1938 Brand Rolex Model DayDate Reference 18038 Year 1987 Dial Champagne Dial Case 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 36mm Length 18.4cm Movement Automatic Weight ...

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex Air-King Gold Dial Model 5500 Stainless Steel c.1987
Vintage Rolex Air-King Gold Dial Model 5500 Stainless Steel c.1987

Vintage Rolex Air-King Gold Dial Model 5500 Stainless Steel c.1987

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Rolex Air-King Model 5500 Stainless Steel Yellow/Gold Original Dial c.1987 Stephanie Windsor guarantees the proper functioning of this watch mechanism for ONE year from...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 18Kt. Yellow Gold Ladies President with Rare, Original Malachite Dial 1987
Rolex 18Kt. Yellow Gold Ladies President with Rare, Original Malachite Dial 1987

Rolex 18Kt. Yellow Gold Ladies President with Rare, Original Malachite Dial 1987

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: President / Reference 69178 METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1987 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Diameter 25...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Unisex 16200, 1987
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Unisex 16200, 1987

Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Unisex 16200, 1987

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

REF W3502 MODEL NUMBER 16200 SERIAL NUMBER R67**** CONDITION 9 - Excellent condition GENDER Unisex AGE 1987 CASE DIAMETER 36 mm CASE SIZE 36mm BOX & PAPERS Box & Manuals MOVEMENT Aut...

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Automatic Wristwatch Ref 14000, 1987
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Automatic Wristwatch Ref 14000, 1987

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Automatic Wristwatch Ref 14000, 1987

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W4294 Model Number: 14000 Serial Number: U33**** Condition: 9 - Excellent Condition Age: 15th July 1987 Case Size: 34mm Box and Papers: Box and Guarantee Movement: Automatic Ca...

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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 69178, 1987
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 69178, 1987

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 69178, 1987

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W4071 Model Number: 69178 Serial Number: 979**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 3rd September 1987 Case Diameter: 26 mm Case size: 26mm Box and Papers: Box and Guarant...

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Vintage 1980s Singaporean Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Air-King Ref 5500 Wristwatch, Silver Dial, Oyster Bracelet, B&P's, 1987
Rolex Air-King Ref 5500 Wristwatch, Silver Dial, Oyster Bracelet, B&P's, 1987

Rolex Air-King Ref 5500 Wristwatch, Silver Dial, Oyster Bracelet, B&P's, 1987

By Rolex

Located in Canterbury, England

This Air-King is presented in excellent condition, serviced and lightly polished with new Plexiglass fitted. This a R9 *** serial watch, which would indicate production in late 1987.

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Rolex 1987 18k Steel Datejust Blue Boiler Guage Dial and Rare Box, Complete Set
Rolex 1987 18k Steel Datejust Blue Boiler Guage Dial and Rare Box, Complete Set

Rolex 1987 18k Steel Datejust Blue Boiler Guage Dial and Rare Box, Complete Set

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1987 Rolex Reference 16013 Datejust, 36 M.M. 18k and Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster case with Fluted bezel, Automatic, self winding movement with Quick set Date feature.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Rolex Two Tone Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Original Rare Black Dial 1987
Rolex Two Tone Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Original Rare Black Dial 1987

Rolex Two Tone Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Original Rare Black Dial 1987

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1600 METAL / MATERIAL: Two Tone Steel and 18Kt.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Rare Original Blue Dial from 1987
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Rare Original Blue Dial from 1987

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Rare Original Blue Dial from 1987

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 16000 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1987 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 36m...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16014 Silver Index RT Dial, Circa 1987
Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16014 Silver Index RT Dial, Circa 1987

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16014 Silver Index RT Dial, Circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Model features quick-set movement...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex vintage 15505 Gold Shell Automatic Wrist Watch
Rolex vintage 15505 Gold Shell Automatic Wrist Watch

Rolex vintage 15505 Gold Shell Automatic Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1987 Rolex Wrist Watch, 34 M.M Gold Shell with Steel back 3 piece Oyster Case.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1987
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1987

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This is a great example of the Rolex stainless steel Explorer wristwatch, Ref. 1016, from the 1980s. It is an R serial number, which is one of the last years they made the Ref. 1016....

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6265 circa 1987
Rolex Stainless Steel Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6265 circa 1987

Rolex Stainless Steel Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6265 circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This is a mint and rare example of the rolex Daytona reference 6265 from 1987. What makes this particular Daytona so rare is that is an R serial number and it was the last year of ...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Floating Cosmograph Daytona Ref 16528 c.1987
Rolex Yellow Gold Floating Cosmograph Daytona Ref 16528 c.1987

Rolex Yellow Gold Floating Cosmograph Daytona Ref 16528 c.1987

By Rolex

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This is a beautiful Rolex Cosmograph Daytona in yellow gold with gold bezel, black "floating Cosmograph" dial, has the collectible Zenith automatic movement, and is on a gold Rolex o...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch 1987
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch 1987

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch 1987

By Rolex

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch 1987, Ref. 18038.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

ROLEX 1987 GMT Master Stainless Steel Ref. 16750
ROLEX 1987 GMT Master Stainless Steel Ref. 16750

ROLEX 1987 GMT Master Stainless Steel Ref. 16750

By Rolex

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Brand Name: Rolex
Style Number: 16750
Series: GMT Master
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Dial Color: Matte Black with Applied Markers

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1987 Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold 18038 Wristwatch
1987 Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold 18038 Wristwatch

1987 Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold 18038 Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

We also purchase watches and offer consignment services - Please contact us for more information. ** SERVICE HISTORY * This watch has received a Rolex accredited service in line ...

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16030 circa 1987
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16030 circa 1987

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16030 circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch, Ref. 16030, serial number 9.7 million, circa 1987. 36mm case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16200 circa 1987
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16200 circa 1987

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16200 circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 16200, serial number R5, circa 1987. 36mm diameter case with smooth bezel and sapphire crystal.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Airking Wristwatch circa 1987
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Airking Wristwatch circa 1987

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Airking Wristwatch circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Airking wristwatch, Ref. 5500, serial number R6, circa 1987. 34mm case with smooth bezel, acrylic crystal and original midnight blue dial with ...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1987 Rolex Day Date White Gold Lapis Dial Ref. 18039
1987 Rolex Day Date White Gold Lapis Dial Ref. 18039

1987 Rolex Day Date White Gold Lapis Dial Ref. 18039

By Rolex

Located in Dubai, AE

The serial number dates this watch to 1987, and the President bracelet is period-correct and matching.

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

ROLEX Yellow Gold Submariner Wristwatch Ref 16808 circa 1987
ROLEX Yellow Gold Submariner Wristwatch Ref 16808 circa 1987

ROLEX Yellow Gold Submariner Wristwatch Ref 16808 circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18k yellow gold transitional model Submariner wristwatch, Ref. 16808, serial R5, circa 1987. 39mm diameter case with sapphire crystal and blue elapsed time bezel, cobalt blue t...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Enamel Dial Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16018 1987
Rolex Yellow Gold Enamel Dial Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16018 1987

Rolex Yellow Gold Enamel Dial Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16018 1987

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

An exceptional condition example Rolex 18K gold Datejust ref# 16018 serial# 5.8 million circa 1987.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 118208 circa 1987
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 118208 circa 1987

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 118208 circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch, Ref. 118208, serial number R5, circa 1987. 36mm case with smooth bezel and sapphire crystal.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date self winding wristwatch, circa 1987
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date self winding wristwatch, circa 1987

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date self winding wristwatch, circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Reference# 15000 Serial# R9 million circa 1987. Featuring a 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal. Very pleasing scarc...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Submariner Transitional Model Wristwatch Ref 16808, circa 1987
Rolex Yellow Gold Submariner Transitional Model Wristwatch Ref 16808, circa 1987

Rolex Yellow Gold Submariner Transitional Model Wristwatch Ref 16808, circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Exceptional condition example Rolex 18K YG Submariner ref 16808, serial #R4, circa 1987. Exceptional condition example of this classic early sapphire crystal model. With beefy lugs c...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Submariner Transitional Model Ref 16808 Wristwatch, circa 1987
Rolex Yellow Gold Submariner Transitional Model Ref 16808 Wristwatch, circa 1987

Rolex Yellow Gold Submariner Transitional Model Ref 16808 Wristwatch, circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Exceptional condition example Rolex 18K YG Submariner ref 16808, serial #R4, circa 1987. Exceptional condition example of this classic early sapphire crystal model. With beefy lugs c...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date self winding Wristwatch, circa 1987
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date self winding Wristwatch, circa 1987

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date self winding Wristwatch, circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 15037 serial # 9.8 million circa 1987. Featuring a 34mm diameter case with fluted bezel, acrylic crystal, and original champagne dial with applied go...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date self winding Wristwatch Ref 18038, circa 1987
Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date self winding Wristwatch Ref 18038, circa 1987

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date self winding Wristwatch Ref 18038, circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18K YG Day Date ref 18038 serial # 9.8 million, circa 1987 in exceptional, totally unpolished condition.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 18038 1987
Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 18038 1987

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 18038 1987

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Day Date President ref 18038 serial no 9.8 million circa 1987. Featuring 36mm full size man’s model with fluted bezel, sapphire crystal and screw down crown. Lo...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Ref 15037 circa 1987
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Ref 15037 circa 1987

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Ref 15037 circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 14k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch, Ref. 15037, serial number R9, circa 1987. 34mm case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold GMT-Master Wristwatch circa 1987
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold GMT-Master Wristwatch circa 1987

Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold GMT-Master Wristwatch circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Stainless Steel and 18k Yellow Gold GMT-Master Wristwatch, Ref. 16753, serial number 9575XXX, circa 1987, with 18K yellow gold and stainless steel Rolex Jubilee bracelet. Quick...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Midsize Datejust  President Wristwatch Ref 68278 circa 1987
Rolex Yellow Gold Midsize Datejust  President Wristwatch Ref 68278 circa 1987

Rolex Yellow Gold Midsize Datejust President Wristwatch Ref 68278 circa 1987

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Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Midsize Datejust President ref 68278 serial number R4 circa 1987.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Automatic Quickset President Wristwatch Ref 18038 circa 1987
Rolex Yellow Gold Automatic Quickset President Wristwatch Ref 18038 circa 1987

Rolex Yellow Gold Automatic Quickset President Wristwatch Ref 18038 circa 1987

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Located in New York, NY

Rolex President 18K Yellow Gold Reference 18038 Single Quick Set Calendar . Sapphire Crystal in New Old Stock Condition !! Champagne Dial . Original Rolex Brochure and Original Rol...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

ROLEX Stainless Steel Oysterquartz Ref.17014 circa 1987
ROLEX Stainless Steel Oysterquartz Ref.17014 circa 1987

ROLEX Stainless Steel Oysterquartz Ref.17014 circa 1987

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Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Oysterquartz, Ref 17014, serial R3, circa 1987, with 18k white gold fluted bezel, angular design case. Original silvered satin dial with applied baton indexes a...

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Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch with Stella Dial Ref. 18038 circa 1987
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch with Stella Dial Ref. 18038 circa 1987

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch with Stella Dial Ref. 18038 circa 1987

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Located in Munich, Bavaria

Rolex Day-Date Ref. 18038 Case 18k yellow gold, screw-back case, sapphire crystal, screw-down crown, 36mm Movement Automatic, chronometer, day and date Dial original S...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Burl Wood Dial Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 18038 1987
Rolex Yellow Gold Burl Wood Dial Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 18038 1987

Rolex Yellow Gold Burl Wood Dial Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 18038 1987

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Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Day-Date ref 18038 serial no. 9.8 million circa 1987. 36mm diameter Oyster case with smooth bezel and sapphire crystal.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Gold 31mm midsize President ref #68278 c. 1987
Rolex Gold 31mm midsize President ref #68278 c. 1987

Rolex Gold 31mm midsize President ref #68278 c. 1987

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Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18K YG 31mm midsize President ref 68278 sapphire crystal quik set movement with sweep seconds and date, R5 serial ## circa 1987, 18K YG fluted bezel, pleasing original ivory te...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Located in New York, NY

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Located in Miami, FL

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Located in Providence, RI

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Located in San Diego, CA

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Located in New York, NY

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Located in New York, NY

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Located in New York, NY

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Located in San Diego, CA

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Located in New York, NY

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Located in San Diego, CA

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Located in San Diego, CA

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

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By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

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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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