Vintage Rolex Zephyr Oyster Date 35mm Watch
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Vintage Rolex Zephyr Oysterdate reference 5501 circa 1966 two tone.
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Rolex Zephyr
Rolex Zephyr Ref 1029 18k Solid Gold 1970s Mens Automatic w Diamond Bezel RA698
$10,320Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.38 in
Rolex Zephyr Ref 1029 18k Solid Gold 1970s Mens Automatic w Diamond Bezel RA698
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious elegance, 18k solid gold Men's Rolex ref.1029 Zephyr diamond bezel automatic, c.1971, in excellent working condition!
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Two Tone Zephyr with Original Bracelet from 1968
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Zephyr / Reference 1038 / 1008 METAL / MATERIAL: Two Tone 14Kt.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Ref 1029 Zephyr Mens 1970s 18k Gold 35mm Diamond Automatic RA698B
$10,312Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.38 in
Rolex Oyster Ref 1029 Zephyr Mens 1970s 18k Gold 35mm Diamond Automatic RA698B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dazzling classic, 18k solid gold Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.1029 Zephyr diamond bezel, c.1971, in excellent working condition!
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Ref 6615 Oyster Perpetual 18k Solid Gold Ladies 1960s Automatic RA784
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. 18k solid gold Rolex zephyr bezel on solid 18k gold case measuring 25mm, case in pristine vintage condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Vintage Ref 1038 Steel and 18k Zephyr Bezel Automatic Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1967 Rolex Reference 1038 Wrist Watch, 35 M.M. 3 piece Stainless Steel case with 18k Zephyr Bezel and Gold crown.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel
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Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Zephyr Two-Tone Watch, 1965
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1965 Vintage Rolex Zephyr Ref. 1008 Two Tone 14k Yellow Gold Machined Bezel and Stainless Steel Case watch with Original Gold/Champagne Zephyr Dial.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Yellow Gold Zephyr Wristwatch Ref 1008 circa 1968
By Rolex
Located in Paris, FR
Rolex 14k yellow gold self-winding Zephyr wristwatch with 14k yellow gold bracelet.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Zephyr Automatic Wristwatch, 1960s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Zephyr Watch Beautiful Factory Champagne Sector Dial Factory Florentine Finish with Decorated 18K Yellow Gold Bezel 18K Yellow Gold Case 34mm i...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
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Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Zephyr Automatic Wristwatch, 1960s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Zephyr Watch Beautiful Factory Champagne Sector Dial Factory Florentine Finish with Decorated 18K Yellow Gold Bezel 18K Yellow Gold Case 34mm i...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
1972 Rolex Zephyr 1512 Men's Watch Steel 14K Yellow Gold #15772
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1972 Rolex Zephyr Men's Watch Model: 1512 Serial: 2963622 This vintage men's rolex is set in stainless steel with a 14K yellow gold bezel original two tone oyster rivet bracelet -...
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Materials
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Vinatge Rolex Zephyr Ref 6582 18k Yellow Gold Automatic Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1946 Rolex Reference 6582 "Zephyr" Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 3 Piece Case with "Zephyr" bezel.
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
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Rolex Yellow Gold Zephyr Wristwatch with Sniper Dial and Florentine Finish
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An extra cool variation of a classic style, this Rolex Zephyr offers a rare reference 1009, original factory florentine finish and a sniper dial.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel and Gold Zephyr Wristwatch with Sniper Dial circa 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
The Rolex Zephyr is an unusual model, offering a distinctive look.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Zephyr circa 1965 Ref 1008
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
All original and in absolutely perfect vintage condition, this 14k yellow gold and stainless steel Rolex Zephyr offers a clean and sleek mid-century look with a sniper dial and no ma...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel, 14k Gold
Rolex Steel and 14kt Gold Rare Zephyr Model with Original Dial from 1967 or 1968
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1967-68 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 39mm X 34mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Radium Dots / Original Dauphi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Zephyr Self Winding Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Zepher, 6582 MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Self Winding Perpetual, Caliber 1030, 25 jewels DIAL / HANDS: Restored Original Silvered D...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Men's 2-Tone Watch Ref 6582 Zephyr
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Mens 2-Tone Watch Ref 6582 - Automatic. Stainless steel and 14K yellow gold with Astral bezel ( 34 mm ). Silver dial with dot hour markers. Brown alligator str...
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6582 14 Karat Yellow Gold Zephyr Dial
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 6582 Serial: 135*** Year: Circa 1939 Model: Oyster Perpetual Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Leather Bezel: 14K Yellow Gold Dial: Champagne Face: Acrlyic ...
Category
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Materials
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Rolex Vintage 1966 White Gold Zephyr Silver Dial Disk Pendant Pocket Watch 3694
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k White Gold Vintage Disk Pendant Watch from 1966, zephyr silver dial, a fixed 18k white gold patterned bezel, an 18k white gold pendent bale where a chain can be attached so th...
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Materials
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So-called Zephyr ROLEX, Oyster Perpetual
Located in Firenze, IT
Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, Ref. 1008. Manufactured in IV 1968.Fine and rare, center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless stee...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
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Mens Rolex Ref 1038 Oyster Perpetual 18k SS Automatic 1960s Vintage RJC185B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic icon, Men's 18k gold & stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.1038 "Zephyr " automatic, c.1969.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Ref 1038 Oyster Perpetual 18k SS Automatic 1960s Vintage RJC185
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.1038 Zephyr, solid 18k gold & stainless steel automatic, c.1969.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1008 35mm 18k SS Automatic 1960s Vintage RA464B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A timeless classic, Men's Rolex Ref.1008 Oyster perpetual Zephyr automatic dress watch, c.1965, in excellent working condition, dubbed by Rolex as its most handsomest timepiece in it...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Zephyr Oyster Perpetual Vintage Steel & Gold Quadrant 6582 Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Stainless Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Zephyr Oyster Perpetual Vintage Gents Wristwatch, silver quadrant dial with applied hour markers, a fixed 18k yellow gold engine turned bezel, a...
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex 1950 Steel and Yellow Gold Zephyr Bezel Automatic Wristwatch and Box
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 Rolex Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 2 Piece Oyster Case with 14K Yellow Gold Zephyr bezel and Gold Crown.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Two Tone Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Zephyr 1008 with Original Papers
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Zephyr / Reference 1008 METAL / MATERIAL: 2 Tone Stainless Steel and 14Kt.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1008 "Zephyr" 34mm 18K & SS Automatic, c.1960s LV742
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1008 "Zephyr" 34mm 18K & SS Automatic, c.1960s LV742
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Steel and Gold Zephyr with Bracelet and Original Dial from Late 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Zephyr Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1038 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel and 14Kt.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Steel
Rolex Two Tone Rare Zephyr Model with Flawless Original Dial from Mid 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Zephyr Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1008 METAL / MATERIAL: 2 Tone 14Kt. and Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Mid 1960's DIMENSION...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1008 35mm 18k SS Automatic 1960s Vintage RA464
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Handsome and elegant classic, Men's Rolex Ref.1008 Oyster perpetual Zephyr automatic dress watch, c.1965, in excellent working condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Zephyr 1960 ref 1008
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Zephyr in Stainless Steel and 14k yellow gold.
Category
Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Zephyr 1008 Silver Dial, No. 5, Vintage Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Holtsville, NY
Created for the American market, the Rolex Zephyr remains popular today and stands as a testament to Rolex's innovation in watchmaking.
Category
Late 20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Silver
ROLEX Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Zephyr circa 1970
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Date "Zephyr" model, Ref. 1503, 34mm diameter case with unusual "Zephyr" bezel, serial number 2.6 million, circa 1970, with original champagne ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Rolex SS/PG Oyster Perpetual "Zephyr" circa 1960
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS & 14K PG Oyster Perpetual "Zephyr" model circa 1960.
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Zephyr Wristwatch circa 1951
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand Name: Rolex Style Number: 1008 Series: Oyster Perpetual Gender: Men's Case Material: Yellow Gold Dial Color: Champagne Zephyr Movement: Automatic - 1560 Cal.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Yellow Gold "Zephyr" Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Ref 1512
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Vintage 14 K Gold Zephyr Oyster Perpetual Date .Circa :1969 Swiss Made .Automatic movement .Calibre 1570 .Reference :1512 .
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Zephyr Wristwatch with Bracelet Ref 1008 circa 1960
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Yellow Gold Zephyr Wristwatch with Bracelet, Ref. 1008, circa 1960.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Zephyr Wristwatch Ref 1008
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex "Zephyr " Oyster Perpetual Automatic Two tone Vintage .
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex yellow gold Zephyr automatic wristwatch Ref 1008
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Rolex watch features an original silver colored Zephyr style dial, 18 karat gold smooth bezel, gold waterproof crown, plastic crystal, an automatic movement, and an 18 karat Oys...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Ladies 18K Gold Watch 24mm Oyster Perpetual Zephyr Bezel Quadrant Dial 83
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Rolex Ladies 18K Gold Watch 24mm Oyster Perpetual Zephyr Bezel Quadrant Dial 83
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Fork In Time is proud to offer on the 1st Dibs marketplace: Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual 18K Yellow Gold Watch Zephyr Bezel Quadrant Dial 1983 24mm Automatic 2030 Moveme...
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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By Rolex
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By Rolex
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Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Champagne Dial circa, 1960's
By Rolex
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Rolex Zephyr For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate rolex zephyr for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Stainless Steel and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a rolex zephyr, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.
How Much is a Rolex Zephyr?
Prices for a rolex zephyr can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,995 and can go as high as $7,350, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,271.
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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