Vintage 1972 Rolex Datejust 1601 Stainless Steel Silver Sunburst Dial Auto 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Foundational Rolex The Datejust is the watch that defined the modern dress watch.
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yacht-Master Steel Platinum Silver Dial Automatic Men Watch 16622
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The watch is fully serviced and functioning properly. đź•° Rolex Yacht-Master 16622 Brand: Rolex Model: Yacht-Master Model Number: 16622 Department: Men Style: Luxury Country/Region ...
Steel
Rolex 6426 Silver Dial Manual Wind Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex reference 6426 manual wind with a silver dial from the 1970s. 34mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel and drilled lugs.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Silver Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126234
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned mint 2023 card, box and papers.
Steel
Vintage 1975 Rolex Datejust 1603 Stainless Steel Silver Sunburst Dial Auto 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Foundational Steel Rolex Every Datejust decision comes down to the bezel, and the 1603 picks the quiet one.
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1967 Rolex Datejust 1603 Stainless Steel Silver Linen Dial Auto 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This 1967 example pairs that unique bezel with a silver linen dial, creating a combination of texture and utility that defines the best of mid-century Rolex.
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Datejust with Exceptional Factory Original Silvered Dial circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm X Diameter 36m...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm No Holes Steel Silver Dial Automatic Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
🕰️ General Information Brand: Rolex Model Name: Datejust 16220 Model Number: 16220 Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Style: Luxury Vintage: ❌ No Year Manufactured: 2006 Cou...
Steel
Vintage 1970 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1007 Stainless Steel Silver Dial Auto 34mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Root Of The Rolex Tree The Oyster Perpetual holds a unique place in the Rolex lineup, serving as the foundational model from which all other references evolved.
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970 Rolex Oyster Precision 6426 Stainless Steel Silver Dial Manual 34mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A Pure Expression Of Rolex The Rolex Oyster Precision is one of the most direct expressions of the brand's original vision.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Silver Roman Dial Diamond + Sapphire Stainless Steel Watch 69174
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 26mm Datejust Silver Roman Dial Diamond + Sapphire Stainless Steel Watch 69174
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Silver Stick Dial with Sapphire & Diamond Bezel + Lugs 69174
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 26mm Datejust Silver Stick Dial with Sapphire & Diamond Bezel + Lugs 69174
Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Silver Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Ladies 26mm Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Silver Dial 69173
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 68274 Silver Stick Dial with Fluted Bezel Deployment Buckle
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Silver Stick Dial with Fluted Bezel Deployment Buckle 68274
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Silver Floral Dial Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Jubilee
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 36mm Silver Floral Dial Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Jubilee Bracelet 16014
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Silver Datejust Steel SS Diamonds Bezel & Shoulders Oyster Watch 16014
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Silver 36mm Datejust Steel SS Diamonds Bezel & Shoulders Oyster Bracelet Watch 16014
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Silver Roman Dial with Emeralds & Diamond Bezel + Lugs Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust Silver Roman Dial with Emeralds & Diamond Bezel + Lugs SS Watch 68274
Diamond, Emerald, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust Silver Index Dial Stainless Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust Silver Index Dial Stainless Steel Watch Diamond Bezel 16014
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel Ladies Watch 68274
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Silver String Diamond Dial Bezel with Sapphires and Diamond
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust Silver String Diamond Dial Bezel with Sapphires and Diamond Lugs 68274
Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady-Datejust 28mm Silver Diamond Dial Yellow Gold Steel Watch 279173
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Lady-Datejust Oyster 28 mm Oystersteel and yellow gold 279173.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Silver Stick Dial Diamond & Sapphire Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust Silver Stick Dial with Diamond & Sapphire Bezel Automatic Watch 16030
Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1972 Rolex Air-King 5500 Stainless Steel Silver Dial Automatic 34mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear. The Foundational Rolex This Air-King works for the person who wants the integ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee Stainless Steel Silver Dial Men Watch 16234
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
. * Warranties provided by us are exclusively handled by our own certified watchmakers. Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust 16234 Model Number: 16234 Type and Style: Type: Wristwatc...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Silver Index Dial with Diamond Lugs + Ruby & Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver Index Dial with Diamond Lugs + Ruby & Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Watch 16014.
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Lugs + Emerald & Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver Index Dial with Diamond Lugs + Emerald & Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Watch 16014
Diamond, Emerald, Stainless Steel
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Lugs + Sapphire & Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver Index Dial with Diamond Lugs + Sapphire & Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Watch 16014.
Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 31mm Silver Diamond Dial Two-Tone Yellow Gold Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust 31mm two-tone 18K yellow gold and Oystersteel, reference 278243, featuring a silver sunburst dial with factory-set diamond hour markers, smooth domed yellow gold bezel...
18k Gold
Rolex Precision 2644 Vintage 1971 Silver Dial 18K White Gold Mesh Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex Precision ref. 2644 in 18K white gold, circa 1971, featuring a silver dial, baton hour markers, manual-wind movement, and integrated textured 18K white gold mesh bracel...
White Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 34mm 114200 Stainless Steel Watch Silver Index Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Silver dial with luminous silver-tone hands and index hour markers.
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1974 Rolex Oyster 6426 Stainless Steel Silver Sunburst Dial Manual 34mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The 6426 represents the foundational idea of what a Rolex should be: tough, legible, and timeless. A Study In Mid-Century Proportions This example from 1974 features a classic silv...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Ladies Oyster Perpetual Date with Factory Original Silvered Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 6517 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Steel Silver Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116000
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Comes with the original box and papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Model Number: 116000 Style: Luxury Department: Men Year Manufacture...
Steel
Vintage 1966 Rolex Oyster Royal 6426 Stainless Steel Silver Dial Manual 34mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Paired with a classic silver dial and the iconic Oyster bracelet, the watch is a study in restraint.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Day-Date II 218238 Yellow Gold Watch Silver Roman Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Day-Date II Yellow Gold Watch Silver Roman Dial Absolutely Never Worn/ Factory Stickers 218238 18k yellow gold case with a 18k yellow gold Rolex President bracelet.
Yellow Gold
Rolex Date Silver Dial Oyster Bracelet Stainless Steel Ladies Watch 69160
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Date Silver Dial Oyster Bracelet Stainless Steel Ladies Watch 69160, Circa 1984, 8 million series.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Stainless Steel Quickset Watch Silver Roman Dial 16220
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Fixed silver-tone 18kt white gold bezel. Silver dial with silver-tone hands and Roman numeral hour markers.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Silver Dial with Ruby and Diamond Bezel Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver Dial with Ruby and Diamond Bezel Steel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professi...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Silver Stick Dial with Diamond & Ruby Bezel Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust Silver Stick Dial with Diamond & Ruby Bezel Steel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone prof...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Silver Stick Dial Diamond & Blue Sapphire Bezel Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust Silver Stick Dial Diamond & Blue Sapphire Bezel Steel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone profe...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Silver Dial Diamond Bezel / Lugs Two Tone Ruby Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver Dial Diamond Bezel/Lugs Two Tone Ruby Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professio...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Silver Dial Diamond Lugs Emerald & Diamond Bezel Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver Dial Diamond Lugs Emerald & Diamond Bezel Steel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Stainless Steel with Custom Made Silvered Brushed Dial circa 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster / Reference 6427 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm "Lug Tip to Lug ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind Mens Watch 6694
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
No original box and papers. 1 year seller warranty. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 6694 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Casual M...
Steel
Rolex Steel Perpetual Datejust with Original Excellent Silver Dial 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Silvered Dial and Gilt Markers
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 42mm X Diameter 3...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Silvered Dial and Gilt Markers
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 42mm X Diameter 3...
Stainless Steel
2002 Rolex Day-Date 118209 18K White Gold Silver Roman Dial Automatic 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Key Specifications Reference: 118209 Model: Day-Date Year: 2002 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 36mm Bezel: Smooth Bracelet: 18K White Gold Bracelet Length: 7 inch Dial: Silver with ...
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Steel Perpetual Datejust with Original Outstanding Silver Dial 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Factory House STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Factory Original Silvered Dial circa 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1003 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Dia...
Stainless Steel
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver String Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs 16014
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 36mm Custom Silver String Diamond Dial, Diamond Bezel and Diamond Lugs 16014 This watch is in like new condition.
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Oyster Two Row Diamond Bezel, Silver Roman Numerals Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Two Row Diamond Bezel, Silver Roman Numerals Dial Oyster Band SS 116234 This watch is in like new condition.
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Silver Datejust S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Side Watch 16030
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Silver 36mm Datejust S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Side + Bezel & Lugs 16030 This watch is in like new condition.
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Two Tone Silver Color Dial with Diamond Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Vintage Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Silver Color Dial with Diamond Accent RT 69173 This watch is in like new condition.
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex 36mm Datejust Oyster Perpetual Silver & Diamond Face Diamond Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver & Diamond Face Diamond Bezel Oyster Perpetual Automatic Watch 16030.
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex 36mm Datejust Stainless Steel Silver Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 36mm Custom Silver Diamond Dial, Diamond Bezel and Diamond Lugs 16014.
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust New Style Custom Diamond Bezel, Silver Flower Dial 116200
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust New Style Custom Diamond Bezel, Silver Flower Dial Oyster 116200 This watch is in like new condition.
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust New Style Custom Diamond Bezel, Silver Diamond Dial 116234
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust New Style Custom Diamond Bezel, Silver Diamond Dial 116234 This watch is in like new condition.
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 Stainless Steel 16014 Silver Index Dial Circa 1979
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...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Day-Date 36mm Automatic Roman Silver Dial Platinum Jubilee Watch 18206
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Day-Date 36 Model number: 18206 (Day-Date Roman numerals) Movement: Automatic Case material: Platinum Bracelet material: Platinum Condition: Mint Conditi...
Platinum
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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A fresh palette of dial colors and technological advances have elevated this classic watch model.
The watch has transformed several times over, but it’s still undeniably a classic.
This is perhaps the least subtle version of the Submariner.
If you think this looks like the Rolex Kermit, you're correct.
This model was designed for lefties.
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From understanding the models to choosing among vintage, pre-owned and new watches, here’s our expert advice on finding the best Rolex for you.
As the cache goes on display at London’s Design Museum, we speak to its enigmatic owner about some of his rarest acquisitions.