Rolex DateJust ref 16000 S/Steel 36mm Case, 18K Gold Rolex Bezel, Crystal, Crown
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Rolex DateJust ref 16000 Stainless Steel 36mm Case + Original 18K White Gold Fluted/ Bark Bezel Original Crystal Original Crown w Rolex logo Serial number 987XXXX, corresponding ...
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Early Oysterdate with Rare Super Oyster Crown, circa 1951
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Super Oysterdate / Reference 6094 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 40mm X Diameter 33mm CIRCA: 1951 MOVEM...
Rolex Steel Early Oyster with Original Super Oyster Crown circa 1952-53
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6084 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1952-53 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Di...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Small Crown Gilt Black Dial 6205 Steel Automatic Watch 1954
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 6205 Year: 1954 Serial number: 21xxx Reference: OT1504 Model 6204 as the first small crown submariner produced in 1953, guarantee depth rate 100 meters. ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master Vintage Black Gilt Dial Pepsi Bezel Pointed Crown Guard 1675
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master Vintage Men's Wristwatch, black gilt dial with hour markers, date at 3 0'clock, a stainless steel bi-directional rotating bezel with a r...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Ref 5030 Datejust 18k Gold Mens 1940s 36mm Rare Vintage Automatic RA700B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. 18k solid gold case measuring 36mm, case in pristine vintage condition. Original Rolex crown. Swiss Rolex COSC automatic movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent...
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex 5015 Oyster Perpetual 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Original Rolex crown. Swiss Rolex COSC automatic movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition.
Gold, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5015 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Original Rolex crown. Swiss Rolex COSC automatic movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition.
Gold, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Ref 5030 18k Gold Mens 36mm 1940s Big Bubble Automatic Rare RA700
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. 18k solid gold case measuring 36mm, case in pristine vintage condition. Original Rolex crown. Swiss Rolex cal.1210 COSC automatic movement, cleaned and serviced, in ...
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Precision Ref 4431 18k Rose Gold Mens 1940s 33mm Manual Wind RA689
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Acrylic crystal. 18k solid rose gold case measuring 33mm, case in pristine vintage condition. Original Rolex crown. Swiss Rolex manual wind mechanical movement, cleaned and serviced,...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Unavailable
W 0.79 in D 0.48 in Dm 1.5 in L 7.49 in
Rolex Submariner 6536/1 No Crown Guard Watch with Original Box&Paper
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 6536/1 No Crown Guard Watch With Original Box&Paper
Rolex Stainless Steel Big Crown T Swiss 25 Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5510
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Offering an incredible look, with a “T Swiss 25” dial with all silver printing, this is a special example of Rolex’s famed Submariner.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Crown Rose Gold Cufflinks A1015
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A pair of elegant 18k rose gold cufflinks by Rolex. Each cufflink comprises of a rose gold crown motif and a smaller rose gold disc with an embossed Rolex crown, joined together by a...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex 69038 Datejust Crown Collection Ladies Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 69038 Model: Datejust Case Material: 18k yellow gold Case Diameter: 26mm Crystal: Scratch resistant sapphire Bezel: Round shape diamond, ruby, emerald and sapphire ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold...
Rolex #5512 with Gilt Underline Dial & Pointy Crown Guards
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
“This is a very special watch”- Josh Bonifas… Gilt dial Submariners are leading the popularity charge among vintage Rolex sport models and this piece offers plenty of conversation po...
Stainless Steel
Rare “Crown Logo” Crystal Vintage Rolex Day-Date Ref. #18038
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This 18 karat yellow gold single quick Day-Date is noted for a component rarely celebrated among collectors: its crystal. In addition to the beautiful vintage condition of the watch,...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel "No Crown Guard" Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5508
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This piece offers great value for a rare early reference, particularly when compared to the price of track ring dial 5512- or 5513s. Note the exceptional glossiness of the dial. The ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold No Crown Guard GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An early and rare-to-find “no crown guard” Rolex GMT in 18k yellow gold. This would have been among the first #1675s produced after production of the #6542 ceased. The rarity and col...
18k Gold
Rolex Ladies Crown Collection 69238 President Datejust Watch - 18K Gold, Diamond
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
Detailed Appraisal: Country of origin: Switzerland Maker: Rolex Model: Ref. 69238, Lady "Crown Collection" President Serial no.: N153,626 Year made: c. 1991 Functions: Hours, ...
18k Gold
Rolex Rare Stainless Steel " James Bond " Small Crown Submariner Ref. 6536 / 1
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Rare Stainless Steel " James Bond " Small Crown Submariner Ref. 6536 / 1 - Manual winding. Stainless steel case (36 mm), three body, screw back. Dial is black lacquer, with lu...
Rolex Rare Stainless Steel " James Bond " Small Crown Submariner Ref. 6536 / 1
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Rare Stainless Steel " James Bond " Small Crown Submariner Ref. 6536 / 1 - Manual winding. Stainless steel case (36 mm), three body, screw back. Dial is black lacquer, with lu...
Rolex Rare Stainless Steel " James Bond " Small Crown Submariner Ref. 6536 / 1
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Rare Stainless Steel " James Bond " Small Crown Submariner Ref. 6536 / 1 - Manual winding. Stainless steel case (36 mm), three body, screw back. Dial is black lacquer, with lu...
Rolex Rare Men's Midsize Oyster 6244 Manual Hand-Wind circa 1953 Swiss LV570
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Solid stainless steel case measuring 31mm wide, in excellent condition. Original screw-down Rolex crown. 15-jeweled Swiss Rolex manual hand-wind mechanical movement, cleaned and serv...
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner 4 Line Ghost Dial Big Crown Wristwatch Ref 6538
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A collectable example of the world’s most iconic watch, this “Big Crown” Submariner ref. #6538 is offered in original 1950s condition and at an attractive price for this rare model. ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Mid-Size Oyster with Original Dial and Early Crown from 1947 or 1948
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Size Oyster Speedking Style / Ref. 4220 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1947-48 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 35mm X ...
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Octagonal Original Oversized Crown Manual Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Octagon / English Patents METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: 40mm X 32mm CIRCA: 1935 / 1936 MOVEMENT ...
Rolex Crown Collection Presidential Ladies Yellow Gold and Diamonds Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
1988 Rolex Crown Collection, Presidential model Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 3 piece water resistant Oyster case. Factory original Diamond bezel totaling approximately...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies President 69138 Crown Collection Original Diamond Dial and Bezel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 69138 Serial: E927*** Model: President Crown Collection Case: 18K Yellow Gold Band:...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Crown Collection Ladies Datejust President 18 Karat Gold Diamond 69238
By Rolex
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to offer this Rare 1993 Rolex Crown Collection Ladies Datejust President 69238. This very rare version of the classic Rolex ladies 26mm watch features a solid 18k Yell...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel and Gold Perpetual from 1952 with an Original Dial, Hands and Crown
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 6104 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel / 14Kt. Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1952 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Le...
1980s Orange Onyx Ashtray by Rolex, with Rolex Crown in Brass
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Orange Onyx Ashtray by Rolex, with Rolex Crown in Brass.
Onyx
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner "Small Crown James Bond" Wristwatch Ref 6536
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This week we were lucky enough to find the elusive Rolex Submariner reference 6536, an extremely rare James Bond variation. It is said approximately 100 pieces were produced and only...
Stainless Steel
Rolex SS Submariner James Bond "Big Crown" No Crown Guards Model
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS Submariner James Bond "Big Crown" no crown guards model ref # 6538 circa 1958. Beautiful glossy black patina'd dial with gilt printing. Matching gilt Mercedes hands. Origina...
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Ref 5512 Pointy Crown Guards
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Submariner wristwatch, Ref. 5512, Officially Certified Chronometer, serial number 661,XXX, circa 1961. With pointy crown guard case, matte black original dial w...
Rolex GMT "No Crown Guard" ref. 6542 c. 1959
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS GMT ref # 6542 no crown case serial #183,xxx circa 1959 with beautiful original gilt print inner minute track dial with patina'd lumionus indexes with gilt printed surrounds...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Ref 6542 with No Crown Guards
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel GMT-Master, Ref. 6542, second generation early no-crown-guard model with original metal bezel and faded red and blue aluminum insert.
Rolex Steel GMT ref 1675 pointy crown guard c. 1963
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS GMT ref 1675 pointy crown guard case with original aged gilt inner minute track SWISS signed dial with exclamation point circa 1963.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel GMT-MASTER ref. 1675 "Pointy Crown Guard" c. 1960
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS GMT ref 1675 pointy crown guard case serial # 504,xxx circa 1960 with gilt inner minute track dial and patina'd luminous indexes and matching hands. With very faded red and ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Big Crown James Bond Submariner Wristwatch circa 1957
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Big Crown James Bond Submariner, Ref. 6538, circa 1957. Great looking iconic model with beautifully refinished glossy black dial with gilt printing, antique lum...
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Stainless Steel GMT-Master Pointy Crown Guard Ref 1675 circa 1961
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel GMT-Master Ref 1675 pointy crown guard case with faded red and blue so-called Pepsi bezel, serial #696,000 caseback date stamped II/61 with glossy black origina...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Crown Collection Datejust Wristwatch Ref 69038
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This lady's Rolex Datejust, ref. 69038 is 18k gold, with a pavé diamond dial with sapphire markers, diamond lugs and a bezel with 20 colored sapphires and 20 diamonds.
Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Rolex GMT Master Pepsi Pointed Crown Guards Stainless Steel 1675 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: COM1866 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: GMT-Master Model Ref: 1675 Age: 16th June 1961 Gender: Mens Complete With: Box, Manuals & Guarantee Dial: Black Glass: Plexiglass Movement: Au...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel GMT ref 6542 early no crown guard model circa 1958
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS GMT ref 6542 early no crown guard model circa 1958 beautiful condition original glossy black dial with inner minute track and original luminous indexes and hands. After mark...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Mother-of-Pearl Dial Day-Date Crown Collection Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rare Factory Rolex Day-Date Crown Collection Watch Features A Factory Rolex Mother-of-Pearl Dial with Ruby Markers and Factory Diamond and Ruby Bezel 36mm in Size Solid 18K Yellow...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Pre-Daytona Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 6234
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Stainless Steel Pre-Daytona Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 6234 Brand: Rolex Reference: 6234 Pre-Daytona Serial Number: 539,XXX Year: circa 1960 Metal: Stainless Steel Mov...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady's White Gold Datejust Pearlmaster Wristwatch Ref 80319
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Lady's 18k White Gold Datejust Pearlmaster Wristwatch, Ref. 80319, with box and papers, circa 2001 Brand: Rolex Series: Pearlmaster Serial/Year K****** - 2001 Reference...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex White Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch Ref 118209 circa 2000
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex White Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch Ref 118209 circa 2000 Brand: Rolex Model Name: Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Serial: P****** - 2000 Reference: 118209 Dial Window: S...
White Gold
Rolex Lady's Stainless Steel and Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Brand: Rolex Model Name/Number: DateJust 69173 Serial/Year: L300***/ 1989 Dial Window: Sapphire Crystal Dial Color: Rolex Ivory Jubilee with gold luminous filled hands and hour m...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Double Red Sea Dweller Mark III Wristwatch Ref 1665
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Brand: Rolex Series: "Double Red" Sea-Dweller Ref.: 1665 Serial: 416***Circa 1975 Movement: Original Rolex self-winding chronometer. Calibre 1570 Dial: Black, luminous hands and...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Double Red Sea Dweller Mark III Wristwatch Ref 1665
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Brand: Rolex Series: "Double Red" Sea-Dweller Ref.: 1665 Serial: 416*** Circa 1975 Crystal: Scratch Resistant Sapphire Dial: Black, luminous hands and hour markers. "SUBMARINER...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Steve McQueen Wristwatch Ref 1655 circa 1973
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Brand: Rolex Series: Explorer II, Steve McQueen Ref.: 1655 Serial: 3,XXX,XXX / Circa 1973 Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 36.0 millimeters Movement: Original Role...
Stainless Steel
Rolex White Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch Ref 118209 circa 2000
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex 18k White Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date President Wristwatch, Ref. 118209, Serial Number P, Circa 2000. The Day-Date is the ultimate reference watch chosen by the world's e...
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex White Gold Daytona Wristwatch with Pink Mother-Of-Pearl Dial Ref 116519
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex 18k White Gold Daytona Wristwatch with Pink Mother-Of-Pearl Dial, Ref. 116519 Brand: Rolex Model Name: Daytona Serial: P****** Reference: 116519 Dial Window: Sapphire Cr...
White Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1550 34mm Champagne Dial 14k Gold Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1550 Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Case Material: 14k Gold Plated Stainless Steel Band: Custom Leather Strap Bezel: 14k Gold Plated Stainless Ste...
14k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Universal Geneve Stainless Steel Uni Compax Chronograph circa 1940s
By Universal Genève
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Universal Geneve Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Uni Compax 2 Register Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length ...
Stainless Steel
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch, circa 1940's Luminous Original Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Round Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm X Diameter 2...
Gold-filled
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Rolex Explorer 36mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 14270
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Rolex Explorer 36mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch 14270. The minor patina on the dial near the center of the hands around canon pinion. This Timepiece wa...
Rolex Vintage 1966 Steel Air-king Automatic with Sunburst Dial
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Air-King Reference 5500. 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster case. Caliber 1520 Automatic, Self winding movement, excellent Mint condition Silver Satin "Sunburst"...
Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Silver Dial
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Oyster Perpetual REFRENCE: 15200 SIZE: 34mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Grey BAND: Jubilee Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRTIST SIZE: Apx. 7.75 Very Good c...
Stainless Steel
$4,500
H 1.38 in W 1.66 in
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Original Dial with Gilt Markers 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 / 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm x Diame...
Stainless Steel
OMEGA Automatic Watch. Omega Constellation Chronometer Mens Watch.
By Omega
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Omega Constellation Automatic Watch 1001 Omega Movement ref 168.047 Condition: Works and keeps time. Works like it should. Winds up while wearing it. Details: 34.5mm Ca...
Stainless Steel
Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies ROLEX 2649 Precision Cocktail Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1970s. 1400 Caliber Rolex Movement Ref. 2649. Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism. Leather Band...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$6,500
H 1.74 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Early Datejust Perpetual Wind Watch, 1953
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 6105 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 44mm X Diameter 36mm CIRC...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Cellini 18K Gold 37mm 6623 On Leather Watch Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex Cellini 37mm in 18k gold case and ostrich leather strap. 1990 year with the original Cellini anniversary box and papers. Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Cellini 18K Gold ...
18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34 mm 1501 Silver Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in istanbul, TR
Classic but at the same time suitable for any occasion, the Rolex Oyster Date ref. 1501 can be worn on a daily basis and despite being a vintage watch, it has an elegant and modern l...
Stainless Steel
Rolex vintage Oysterdate Steel Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1967 Rolex Oyster Date Reference 6694 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 2 Piece Oyster case. Caliber 1225 17 Jewel manual Wind, Nickle Lever movement. Custom Refinished "Cal...
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Bubble Back Rare Roman Dial Perpetual Wind Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 40mm X Diameter 32mm CIRCA: 1940's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perp...
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
Vintage Must de Cartier 590005 Tank Watch. 925 Vermeil ARGENT Quartz Tank.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). ref.590005 Comes with a new GUCCI leather band Rare Gray and White Dial with Quartz m...
Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
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.
Learn the devious techniques that counterfeiters use to sell inauthentic pieces at authentic prices. Of course, you don't have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where every seller of Rolex watches is highly vetted.
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.