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Rolex Yacht Master Two Tone

Rolex Yacht Master Two Tone 168623 Gray Dial 35mm Full Set Watch
Rolex Yacht Master Two Tone 168623 Gray Dial 35mm Full Set Watch

Rolex Yacht Master Two Tone 168623 Gray Dial 35mm Full Set Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

A 1999 Rolex Yacht-Master mid-size ref. 168623 automatic wristwatch in two-tone stainless steel and 18K yellow gold, featuring a bidirectional rotatable yellow gold graduated bezel, ...

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1990s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady Yacht Master 29mm Two Tone 18K Gold & Steel Gray Dial Oyster Watch
Rolex Lady Yacht Master 29mm Two Tone 18K Gold & Steel Gray Dial Oyster Watch

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 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Yacht Master 40mm Steel 18K Gold Chocolate Dial Automatic Men Watch 126621
Rolex Yacht Master 40mm Steel 18K Gold Chocolate Dial Automatic Men Watch 126621

Rolex Yacht Master 40mm Steel 18K Gold Chocolate Dial Automatic Men Watch 126621

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Yacht-Master Model Number: 126621 Style: Luxury Department: Men Year Manufactured: 2020-Now Vintage: No Country/Region of Manufacture: S...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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Rolex Yacht-Master Two-Tone Watch 68623
Rolex Yacht-Master Two-Tone Watch 68623

Rolex Yacht-Master Two-Tone Watch 68623

By Rolex

Located in Southampton, PA

The Rolex Yachtmaster Watch 68623, is a timepiece that is truly breathtaking to behold. This timepiece includes a 35mm case accented by an opulent 18K Yellow Gold bezel. This stunni...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Yacht-Master II Certified Two Tone Rose Gold
Rolex Yacht-Master II Certified Two Tone Rose Gold

Rolex Yacht-Master II Certified Two Tone Rose Gold

By Rolex

Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA

BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Yacht-Master II REFERENCE: 116681 SIZE: 44mm CASE: Stainless Steel/18k Rose Gold DIAL: White BEZEL: 18k Rose Gold BAND: Oyster Stainless Steel /18k Rose Gold WRIS...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Mixed Metal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master II Two Tone Steel Rose Gold White Dial Watch 116681
Rolex Yacht-Master II Two Tone Steel Rose Gold White Dial Watch 116681

Rolex Yacht-Master II Two Tone Steel Rose Gold White Dial Watch 116681

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

The oyster perpetual yacht-master ii in oyster steel and everrose gold with an oyster bracelet and a bidirectional rotatable bezel with a blue cerachrom insert. The only chronograph ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Steel Yacht-Master Two Tone White Dial Wristwatch Ref 16623
Rolex Yellow Gold Steel Yacht-Master Two Tone White Dial Wristwatch Ref 16623

Rolex Yellow Gold Steel Yacht-Master Two Tone White Dial Wristwatch Ref 16623

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Company: Rolex Model: Yachtmaster Ref.: 16623 Serial: V Case Material: Stainless Steel Movement: Automatic Case Diameter: 40 mm Bezel: 18k Yellow gold bi-directional bezel Br...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master 40 16623 Factory Black Mother of Pearl Dial 2 Tone Watch
Rolex Yacht-Master 40 16623 Factory Black Mother of Pearl Dial 2 Tone Watch

Rolex Yacht-Master 40 16623 Factory Black Mother of Pearl Dial 2 Tone Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm Ref. 16623, featuring a 100% original and rare black mother-of-pearl dial, two-tone stainless steel and 18K yellow gold case, and a luxurious Oyster bracelet.

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Black Pearl, 18k Gold

Rolex Yacht-Master II 18K Everose Rolesor Chronograph Watch 116681
Rolex Yacht-Master II 18K Everose Rolesor Chronograph Watch 116681

Rolex Yacht-Master II 18K Everose Rolesor Chronograph Watch 116681

By Rolex

Located in Southampton, PA

The Rolex Yacht-Master II 18K Everose Rolesor Chronograph Watch 116681 stands out with its bright blue ceramic bezel with knurled edges in Everose Rolesor.

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

2021 Rolex Yacht-Master Stainless Steel Rose Gold Men's Watch
2021 Rolex Yacht-Master Stainless Steel Rose Gold Men's Watch

2021 Rolex Yacht-Master Stainless Steel Rose Gold Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm model reference number 126621.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex yellow gold stainless steel Midsize Yacht Master Wristwatch Ref 68623
Rolex yellow gold stainless steel Midsize Yacht Master Wristwatch Ref 68623

Rolex yellow gold stainless steel Midsize Yacht Master Wristwatch Ref 68623

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Rolex MPN: 68623 Model: Midsize Yacht Master Case Material: 18k yellow gold and stainless steel Case Diameter: 35mm Crystal: Scratch resistant sapphire Bezel: 18k yellow gold...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master II Steel 18 Karat Rose Gold Automatic Men's Watch 116681
Rolex Yacht-Master II Steel 18 Karat Rose Gold Automatic Men's Watch 116681

Rolex Yacht-Master II Steel 18 Karat Rose Gold Automatic Men's Watch 116681

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This pre-owned Rolex Yacht-Master II 116681 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by an automatic movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yacht-Master II 116681 2017 New Hands Steel 18K Pink Gold Automatic Watch
Rolex Yacht-Master II 116681 2017 New Hands Steel 18K Pink Gold Automatic Watch

Rolex Yacht-Master II 116681 2017 New Hands Steel 18K Pink Gold Automatic Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This pre-owned Rolex Yacht-Master II 116681 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by an automatic movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yacht-Master II Steel 18k Rose Gold White Dial Mercedes Hands Watch 116681
Rolex Yacht-Master II Steel 18k Rose Gold White Dial Mercedes Hands Watch 116681

Rolex Yacht-Master II Steel 18k Rose Gold White Dial Mercedes Hands Watch 116681

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned Scramble Serial Rolex Yacht-Master II 18k Rose Gold Steel White Dial Automatic Watch 116681.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master II 116681 Steel and 18 Karat Pink Gold Automatic Men's Watch
Rolex Yacht-Master II 116681 Steel and 18 Karat Pink Gold Automatic Men's Watch

Rolex Yacht-Master II 116681 Steel and 18 Karat Pink Gold Automatic Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This brand new Rolex Yacht-Master II 116681 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by an automatic movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Yacht Master Wristwatch Ref 16623 With Mother-of-Pearl Dial
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Yacht Master Wristwatch Ref 16623 With Mother-of-Pearl Dial

Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Yacht Master Wristwatch Ref 16623 With Mother-of-Pearl Dial

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This Rolex Stainless Steel and 18k Yellow GoldYacht Master Wristwatch, Ref. 16623, with Mother-of-Pearl Dial is in great condition. 40mm case, the dial with diamonds and blue sapphir...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex yellow gold stainless steel Yachtmaster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16623
Rolex yellow gold stainless steel Yachtmaster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16623

Rolex yellow gold stainless steel Yachtmaster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16623

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Rolex MPN: 16623 Model: Yacht-master Case Material: 18k yellow gold and stainless steel Case Diameter: 40mm Crystal: Scratch Resistant Sapphire Bezel: Bidirectional 60-minute ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Yachtmaster 16622 Men's Watch 40mm Platinum Bezel Stainless Steel Oyster
Rolex Yachtmaster 16622 Men's Watch 40mm Platinum Bezel Stainless Steel Oyster

Rolex Yachtmaster 16622 Men's Watch 40mm Platinum Bezel Stainless Steel Oyster

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Refined, sporty, and unmistakably nautical—the Rolex Yacht-Master 16622 blends luxury with performance in a way only Rolex can.

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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master 29mm Yellow Gold & Steel White Index Dial Women Watch 169623
Rolex Yacht-Master 29mm Yellow Gold & Steel White Index Dial Women Watch 169623

Rolex Yacht-Master 29mm Yellow Gold & Steel White Index Dial Women Watch 169623

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

This stunning Rolex Yacht-Master 29 169623 watch is crafted from a combination of stainless steel and 18k yellow gold.

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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Yacht-Master Wristwatch Ref 68623350B7875
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Yacht-Master Wristwatch Ref 68623350B7875

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Yacht-Master Wristwatch Ref 68623350B7875

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

A white onyx dial is offset by a beautiful rotating bezel and a two-tone Oyster style bracelet in this stunning, certified pre-owned 35mm Rolex watch made with stainless steel and 18...

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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm White Dial Gold & Stainless Steel  2023 Style:116681
Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm White Dial Gold & Stainless Steel  2023 Style:116681

Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm White Dial Gold & Stainless Steel 2023 Style:116681

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

UnwornWatches proudly presents the Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm White Dial - Everose Gold & Stainless Steel Rolesor - Style #116681 Dated 04/28/2023 The Rolex Yacht-Master II, refere...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex Yachtmaster 168625 Mid-Size OPD Two-Tone Automatic Watch with Date
Rolex Yachtmaster 168625 Mid-Size OPD Two-Tone Automatic Watch with Date

Rolex Yachtmaster 168625 Mid-Size OPD Two-Tone Automatic Watch with Date

By Rolex

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Model: Yacht-Master Model #168625 Serial #T6891XX Year: 1996 Movement #2135 Movement Serial #3375649 Stainless Steel Case w/ 18k Yellow Gold Yacht-Master Bezel 34 mm in Diameter (36 ...

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

100% Authentic. Brand new Rolex new model green cream box only. (no other accessories are included) All our Items undergo thorough inspection and authentication, ensuring you receiv...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date, 18k Gold, Custom Diamonds
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date, 18k Gold, Custom Diamonds

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date, 18k Gold, Custom Diamonds

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dial with Gold Baton Markers 1970's
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dial with Gold Baton Markers 1970's

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dial with Gold Baton Markers 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diameter 3...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36 New Style Watch Diamond Bezel Pink Dial Jubilee Band 116234
Rolex Datejust 36 New Style Watch Diamond Bezel Pink Dial Jubilee Band 116234

Rolex Datejust 36 New Style Watch Diamond Bezel Pink Dial Jubilee Band 116234

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Brand: Rolex Series: Datejust Model: 116234 Case Diameter: 36 mm Bracelet: Jubilee band; stainless steel Bezel: Custom Diamond Set Dial: Aftermarket Carat Weight: 1.62 carats in tota...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Tiffany Limited Ediiton Yellow Gold Watch 5150J
Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Tiffany Limited Ediiton Yellow Gold Watch 5150J

Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Tiffany Limited Ediiton Yellow Gold Watch 5150J

By Patek Philippe

Located in Aventura, FL

Patek Philippe introduced the reference 5150 or “T150” in 2001 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the relationship between Patek Philippe and Tiffany & Co. This model was offered ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2015, Lady's DateJust Rolex Watch #179173
2015, Lady's DateJust Rolex Watch #179173

2015, Lady's DateJust Rolex Watch #179173

By Rolex

Located in Troy, MI

Estate Rolex lady's Datejust style# 179173 in stainless steel & 18 karat yellow gold with champagne dial, diamond markers, fluted bezel & Jubilee bracelet. Excellent condition. All ...

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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Rolex Lady Datejust 26mm 18K White Gold Steel Silver Stick Dial Watch 69174
Rolex Lady Datejust 26mm 18K White Gold Steel Silver Stick Dial Watch 69174

Rolex Lady Datejust 26mm 18K White Gold Steel Silver Stick Dial Watch 69174

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in good condition. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy. No original box and papers. Comes with chronostore ...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Ballon Blue Wristwatch
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Ballon Blue Wristwatch

Cartier 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Ballon Blue Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in San Francisco, CA

Gorgeous and stylish blue strap Ballon Bleu! Ref 3002, automatic, 96184QX, 36mm case, the bezel set with 123 round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 1.21 carats, fluted crown set with ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Centure 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist watch
Cartier Centure 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist watch

Cartier Centure 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1970s Cartier Paris Centure Collection Wrist Watch, 18k Yellow Gold 27 X 27 M.M. 2 Piece stepped case. 17 jewel mechanical, manual wind movement. White Dial with Black Roman nu...

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Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Daytona Cosmograph 116518
Rolex Daytona Cosmograph 116518

Rolex Daytona Cosmograph 116518

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A mens yellow gold Cosmograph Daytona by Rolex. Featuring a black and champagne-colour dial with red detailing known as a Paul Newman dial and a yellow-gold bezel set with a tachymet...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

MINT Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Rose Gold 116515LN 40mm Black Oysterflex Complete
MINT Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Rose Gold 116515LN 40mm Black Oysterflex Complete

MINT Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Rose Gold 116515LN 40mm Black Oysterflex Complete

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This is the stunning Everose gold Cosmograph Daytona on Oysterflex ref. 116515LN. With the introduction of the Oysterflex bracelet, Rolex completely changed the importance & versati...

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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Rolex Submariner 18k Yellow Gold Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126618LB
Rolex Submariner 18k Yellow Gold Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126618LB

Rolex Submariner 18k Yellow Gold Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126618LB

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn Rolex Submariner 18K Yellow Gold Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch 126618LNBKSO. Original Box and Papers are Included. * Free Shipping within the USA * Five-year warranty cove...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Yacht-Master II 18K Rose Gold Steel White Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116681
Rolex Yacht-Master II 18K Rose Gold Steel White Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116681

Rolex Yacht-Master II 18K Rose Gold Steel White Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116681

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in good condition. This watch comes with the original box and paper. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18K Gold Ceramic Steel Black Dial Men Watch 116519LN
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18K Gold Ceramic Steel Black Dial Men Watch 116519LN

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18K Gold Ceramic Steel Black Dial Men Watch 116519LN

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn. 2022 card. Comes with the original box and papers. Brand and Model Brand: Rolex Model: Cosmograph Daytona Model Number: 116519LN Design and Style Style: Luxury Watch Shape: ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Santos Dumont 2649 18 kt. Yellow Gold, Full Set!
Cartier Santos Dumont 2649 18 kt. Yellow Gold, Full Set!

Cartier Santos Dumont 2649 18 kt. Yellow Gold, Full Set!

By Cartier

Located in Antwerp, BE

Cartier Santos Dumont 2649 18 kt. Yellow Gold, Full Set! collectors Watch Model: Santos Dumont Ref number: 2649 Movement : Mechanical Manual Winding Case : 18 kt. yellow Gold 35 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Substantial Seaman Schepps 18K Yellow Gold Pyramid Bracelet
Rare Substantial Seaman Schepps 18K Yellow Gold Pyramid Bracelet

Rare Substantial Seaman Schepps 18K Yellow Gold Pyramid Bracelet

By Seaman Schepps

Located in New York, NY

Impressive Seaman Schepps 18K yellow gold Pyramid bracelet 20th Century Provenance: Estate of a prominent New York socialite This rare, stunning bracelet is a technological marvel- ...

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20th Century North American Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.

Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.

But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.

But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.

Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.

The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.

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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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