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Rolex Wilsdorf

Rolex. A Rare Gold and Enamel Keyless Pocket Watch C1920
Rolex. A Rare Gold and Enamel Keyless Pocket Watch C1920

Rolex. A Rare Gold and Enamel Keyless Pocket Watch C1920

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

Rolex under the Wilsdorf & Davis name, who were the founders of Rolex. This watch would make a fine

Category

Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Rolex Precision 2-Tone Manual Wind Flex Stretch Bracelet Ladies Watch
Vintage Rolex Precision 2-Tone Manual Wind Flex Stretch Bracelet Ladies Watch

Vintage Rolex Precision 2-Tone Manual Wind Flex Stretch Bracelet Ladies Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Rolex Precision ladies manual wind watch in two-tone yellow gold and stainless steel

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Rolex Wilsdorf and Davis Ladies Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Rolex Wilsdorf and Davis Ladies Yellow Gold Wristwatch

Rolex Wilsdorf and Davis Ladies Yellow Gold Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

An early very rare Rolex with an English Hallmarked case, signed, W & D, Wilsdorf and Davis. Davis

Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Wristwatch, circa 1920
Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Wristwatch, circa 1920

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Wristwatch, circa 1920

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1920 Rolex Ladies Wrist watch, 28 MM Rolex W.D. Wilsdorf & Davis English 9K Rose Gold case

Category

Vintage 1920s British Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Royal Wristwatch circa 1959
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Royal Wristwatch circa 1959

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Royal Wristwatch circa 1959

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf was born in the UK. This unusual Rolex Oyster Royal is likely a

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date 36mm Yellow Gold Bronze Diamonds Dial Oyster Ref 118208
Rolex Day-Date 36mm Yellow Gold Bronze Diamonds Dial Oyster Ref 118208

Rolex Day-Date 36mm Yellow Gold Bronze Diamonds Dial Oyster Ref 118208

By Rolex

Located in București, București

the word “Rolex” in 1908, Hans Wilsdorf did not only create a new brand. He immediately affirmed his

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Tudor Prince Oysterdate 1970's Model 38mm Stainless Steel Ref: 9121/0
Tudor Prince Oysterdate 1970's Model 38mm Stainless Steel Ref: 9121/0

Tudor Prince Oysterdate 1970's Model 38mm Stainless Steel Ref: 9121/0

By Tudor

Located in București, București

. Tudor is a subsidiary of Rolex, founded by Hans Wilsdorf in 1926. The idea behind Tudor was to offer the

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Tudor Prince Oysterdate, Stainless Steel Gent's Wrist Watch - Vintage Circa 1974
Tudor Prince Oysterdate, Stainless Steel Gent's Wrist Watch - Vintage Circa 1974

Tudor Prince Oysterdate, Stainless Steel Gent's Wrist Watch - Vintage Circa 1974

By Tudor

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

this vintage wrist watch. NOTE *The founder of Rolex (1908) Hans Wilsdorf first introduced Tudor

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tudor Oyster Stainless Steel Gent's Wrist Watch - Vintage Circa 1950
Tudor Oyster Stainless Steel Gent's Wrist Watch - Vintage Circa 1950

Tudor Oyster Stainless Steel Gent's Wrist Watch - Vintage Circa 1950

By Tudor

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

movement**. NOTE *The founder of Rolex (1908) Hans Wilsdorf first introduced Tudor watches worldwide in

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Wristwatch, circa 1920
Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Wristwatch, circa 1920

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Wristwatch, circa 1920

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1920 Rolex Ladies Wrist watch, 28 MM Rolex W.D. Wilsdorf & Davis English 9K Rose Gold case

Category

Vintage 1920s British Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold

1952 Rolex Precision Model 6044 “Royal” Oyster
1952 Rolex Precision Model 6044 “Royal” Oyster

1952 Rolex Precision Model 6044 “Royal” Oyster

By Rolex

Located in Raleigh, NC

with a Rolex-signed, screw-down, Super Oyster crown. A historical “Snapshot” of Rolex! Hans Wilsdorf

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tudor Rolex Titanium Pelagos Black Dial Wristwatch Ref 25500TN
Tudor Rolex Titanium Pelagos Black Dial Wristwatch Ref 25500TN

Tudor Rolex Titanium Pelagos Black Dial Wristwatch Ref 25500TN

By Tudor

Located in Columbia, MO

The founder of Rolex, Hans Wilsdorf, began Tudor in the 1940s as a way to offer consumers a watch

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Titanium

Tudor Oyster Prince Automatic Small Rose 7965 Original Rolex Rivet Oyster Strap
Tudor Oyster Prince Automatic Small Rose 7965 Original Rolex Rivet Oyster Strap

Tudor Oyster Prince Automatic Small Rose 7965 Original Rolex Rivet Oyster Strap

By Tudor

Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF

1926 by Swiss watchmaking company Veuve de Philippe Hüther on behalf of Hans Wilsdorf, founder of Rolex

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pre-Owned Tudor Black Bay Bronze 79250BM-0001 Watch
Pre-Owned Tudor Black Bay Bronze 79250BM-0001 Watch

Pre-Owned Tudor Black Bay Bronze 79250BM-0001 Watch

By Tudor

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

In 1926, Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf created the brand dubbed “Rolex’s little brother”. The idea

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pre-Owned Tudor Classic Stainless Steel 21020-0008
Pre-Owned Tudor Classic Stainless Steel 21020-0008

Pre-Owned Tudor Classic Stainless Steel 21020-0008

By Tudor

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

In 1926, Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf created the brand dubbed “Rolex’s little brother”. The idea

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pre-Owned Tudor Glamour Stainless Steel 55010N-0002 Watch
Pre-Owned Tudor Glamour Stainless Steel 55010N-0002 Watch

Pre-Owned Tudor Glamour Stainless Steel 55010N-0002 Watch

By Tudor

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

In 1926, Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf created the brand dubbed “Rolex’s little brother”. The idea

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pre-Owned Tudor Classic Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold 22023-0006
Pre-Owned Tudor Classic Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold 22023-0006

Pre-Owned Tudor Classic Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold 22023-0006

By Tudor

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

In 1926, Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf created the brand dubbed “Rolex’s little brother”. The idea

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pre-Owned Tudor Heritage Stainless Steel 79620TN-0001
Pre-Owned Tudor Heritage Stainless Steel 79620TN-0001

Pre-Owned Tudor Heritage Stainless Steel 79620TN-0001

By Tudor

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

In 1926, Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf created the brand dubbed “Rolex’s little brother”. The idea

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pre-Owned Tudor Black Bay Stainless Steel 79030B
Pre-Owned Tudor Black Bay Stainless Steel 79030B

Pre-Owned Tudor Black Bay Stainless Steel 79030B

By Tudor

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

In 1926, Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf created the brand dubbed “Rolex’s little brother”. The idea

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pre-Owned Tudor Black Bay Stainless Steel 79030B
Pre-Owned Tudor Black Bay Stainless Steel 79030B

Pre-Owned Tudor Black Bay Stainless Steel 79030B

By Tudor

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

In 1926, Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf created the brand dubbed “Rolex’s little brother”. The idea

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pre-Owned Tudor Claire De Rose Stainless Steel 35800-0005 Watch
Pre-Owned Tudor Claire De Rose Stainless Steel 35800-0005 Watch

Pre-Owned Tudor Claire De Rose Stainless Steel 35800-0005 Watch

By Tudor

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

In 1926, Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf created the brand dubbed “Rolex’s little brother”. The idea

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pre-Owned Tudor Glamour Stainless Steel 57000-0039 Watch
Pre-Owned Tudor Glamour Stainless Steel 57000-0039 Watch

Pre-Owned Tudor Glamour Stainless Steel 57000-0039 Watch

By Tudor

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

In 1926, Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf created the brand dubbed “Rolex’s little brother”. The idea

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pre-Owned Tudor Black Bay Stainless Steel 79730 Watch
Pre-Owned Tudor Black Bay Stainless Steel 79730 Watch

Pre-Owned Tudor Black Bay Stainless Steel 79730 Watch

By Tudor

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

In 1926, Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf created the brand dubbed “Rolex’s little brother”. The idea

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Certified, Tudor Prince 72033 with Band and Gold Dial
Certified, Tudor Prince 72033 with Band and Gold Dial

Certified, Tudor Prince 72033 with Band and Gold Dial

By Tudor

Located in Miami, FL

Tudor Prince Reference #:72033. On March 6, 1946, Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf announced his

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex, Rose Gold, Art Deco Cushion Oyster Dated, 1930
Rolex, Rose Gold, Art Deco Cushion Oyster Dated, 1930

Rolex, Rose Gold, Art Deco Cushion Oyster Dated, 1930

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

waterproof watch. In 1927 Hans Wilsdorf, founder of the Rolex Watch Company, sent a newly launched Rolex

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

1920's Gruen Quadron 15 Jewel Restored. Beautiful Art Deco Watch
1920's Gruen Quadron 15 Jewel Restored. Beautiful Art Deco Watch

1920's Gruen Quadron 15 Jewel Restored. Beautiful Art Deco Watch

By Gruen

Located in Raleigh, NC

Wilsdorf ( Rolex founder)and Gruen were friends and neighbors in Switzerland (their manufacturing

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Pocket Watches

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Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Vintage Pocket Watch
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Vintage Pocket Watch

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Vintage Pocket Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold and Enamel Pocket Watch
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold and Enamel Pocket Watch

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold and Enamel Pocket Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1913 Patek Philippe Pocket Watch for Retailer Spaulding and Company , 45 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 4 piece case including the Yellow Gold Cuvette (Dust Cover) Greek Key Pattern Blue...

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Vintage 1910s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Breitling Laederich Antique Pocket Watch 18k Gold Enamel
Breitling Laederich Antique Pocket Watch 18k Gold Enamel

Breitling Laederich Antique Pocket Watch 18k Gold Enamel

By Breitling

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An amazing Breitling Laederich antique pocket watch, circa late 1800s. The watch is made of 18k gold, features enamel. The watch is cased in a beautiful hunter case decorated with t...

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Antique 1870s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Patek Philippe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Watch with Enamel Dial and Archival
Patek Philippe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Watch with Enamel Dial and Archival

Patek Philippe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Watch with Enamel Dial and Archival

By Patek Philippe

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe et Cie. STYLE / REFERENCE: Pendant Style METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1900 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 34mm MOVEMENT / CA...

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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Company Patek Philippe Antique Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Tiffany & Company Patek Philippe Antique Yellow Gold Pocket Watch

Tiffany & Company Patek Philippe Antique Yellow Gold Pocket Watch

By Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1920 Patek Philippe for Tiffany & company Pocket watch, 45 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 4 piece case including Gold inside Dust Cover. 20 Jewel, mechanical, manual wind nickle leve...

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Ladies Multi Color Gold Pocket Watch
Patek Philippe Ladies Multi Color Gold Pocket Watch

Patek Philippe Ladies Multi Color Gold Pocket Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1880s Patek Philippe for M. Schooler New Orleans Pocket Watch. 38 M.M. 14K Multi Color, applied decorations Hunting case with inside Gold Dust cover Cuvette. 18 Jewel Mechanica...

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Antique 1880s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Pocket Watch

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Pocket Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Dallas, TX

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Pocket Watch - Manual winding . 18K Yellow Gold Case, monogrammed. Signed Patek Philippe & Co. ( 45 mm ) with black enamel . Silver dial with Arabic raised...

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20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Cartier 18Kt. Yellow Gold Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch Hand Made 1920's
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By Cartier

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier Jewelers STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Opened Faced METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold and Enamel CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 50mm MOVEME...

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

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Gold-filled

Patek Philippe Demi Hunter Pocket Watch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Demi Hunter Pocket Watch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Demi Hunter Pocket Watch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

By Patek Philippe

Located in Boston, MA

A Patek Philippe pocket watch crafted in 18k yellow gold. Housed in a rare Demi, or Half Hunters case accented with black enamel. The round watch features a classic dial with Roma...

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Antique 1880s Late Victorian Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Patek Philippe Savonnette Pocket Watch Triple Signed 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1891
Patek Philippe Savonnette Pocket Watch Triple Signed 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1891

Patek Philippe Savonnette Pocket Watch Triple Signed 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1891

By Patek Philippe

Located in Baltimore, MD

Patek Philippe Savonnette Pocket Watch Triple Signed 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1891 Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 65.3 grams Case: 47mm, 57mm to end of crown stem Serial: 256368 Signed...

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Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Yellow Gold Presentation Pocket Watch
Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Yellow Gold Presentation Pocket Watch

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Yellow Gold Presentation Pocket Watch

By Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1930s Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Presentation Pocket Watch, 47 M.M 18k Yellow Gold 3 piece case with inside Gold dust cover, 18 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind Nick...

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A. Lange & Sohne DUF Pocket Watch 14k Gold Near NOS Condition 1930s
A. Lange & Sohne DUF Pocket Watch 14k Gold Near NOS Condition 1930s

A. Lange & Sohne DUF Pocket Watch 14k Gold Near NOS Condition 1930s

By A. Lange & Söhne

Located in London, GB

This beautiful pristine 14ct Yellow Gold Full Hunter pocket watch with a champagne two tone satin finished dial signed D U F with Arabic numerals outer minute track and original Breg...

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Vintage 1930s German Pocket Watches

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14k Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Antique Chronograph Pocket Watch
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Antique Chronograph Pocket Watch

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Antique Chronograph Pocket Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1909 Patek Philippe Open Face Chronograph Pocket Watch, 50 mm diameter 18k Yellow Gold 3 piece case with inside dust cover, White Porcelain Dial with Black Roman numerals, oute...

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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Antique Pocket Watch 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel Dial 1891 Watch
Patek Philippe Antique Pocket Watch 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel Dial 1891 Watch

Patek Philippe Antique Pocket Watch 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel Dial 1891 Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Aventura, FL

An exceptional and historically significant Patek Philippe pocket watch, manufactured on January 13, 1891, during the golden era of Geneva watchmaking. This watch features a classic ...

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Vintage 1980s American Modernist Pocket Watches

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Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Art Deco 1920s Patek Philippe & Cie Gold Pocket Watch
Antique Art Deco 1920s Patek Philippe & Cie Gold Pocket Watch

Antique Art Deco 1920s Patek Philippe & Cie Gold Pocket Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Signed by Patek Philippe Circa early 1920s 43.4 mm face

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Rolex Wilsdorf For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact rolex wilsdorf you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, gold-filled and rose gold — can elevate any look. If you’re looking for a rolex wilsdorf from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing rolex wilsdorf — no matter the origin — is easy, but Rolex, Gruen and Tudor each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A rolex wilsdorf can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 1 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. When shopping for a rolex wilsdorf, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.

How Much is a Rolex Wilsdorf?

The price for a rolex wilsdorf starts at $450 and tops out at $25,000 with these watches, on average, selling for $4,108.

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