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Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Bubble Back S.S., Circa 1948
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Bubble Back S.S., Circa 1948

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Bubble Back S.S., Circa 1948

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Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Bubble Back Ref. 2940 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being offered for sale.

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1940s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer 14K Yellow Gold Ref. # 1002 1974 "Mint Shape"
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer 14K Yellow Gold Ref. # 1002 1974 "Mint Shape"

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer 14K Yellow Gold Ref. # 1002 1974 "Mint Shape"

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Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Silver Dial Index #s 14K Y.G., Ref. 1002 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being off...

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1970s Modern Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster perpetual chronometer 2940, aka "bubbleback / ovetto. c 1949
Rolex Oyster perpetual chronometer 2940, aka "bubbleback / ovetto. c 1949

Rolex Oyster perpetual chronometer 2940, aka "bubbleback / ovetto. c 1949

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Located in Canterbury, England

Our very attractive vintage Rolex Oyster perpetual chronometer, reference 2940, aka "bubbleback / ovetto" features a 32mm x 39mm stainless steel case with silver baton dial and sword...

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1940s Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Watch, Stainless Steel, 1960s
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Watch, Stainless Steel, 1960s

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Watch, Stainless Steel, 1960s

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Located in Queens, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Steel Automatic Watch, reference # 1500, with silvered dial, baton indexes, date window at 3 0'clock, powered by automatic self winding movement, worn on ...

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1960s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Two-Tone Stainless Automatic Men's Watch Ref 1505
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Two-Tone Stainless Automatic Men's Watch Ref 1505

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Two-Tone Stainless Automatic Men's Watch Ref 1505

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Located in New York, NY

The watch has a silver-tone dial with gold baton hour markers, gold hands, a date window at 3 o’clock, and a Cyclops magnifier crystal. The dial is marked “Rolex Oyster Perpetual Dat...

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20th Century Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Daytona Dealer Wall Clock. Great As A Collection. We Have
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Daytona Dealer Wall Clock. Great As A Collection. We Have

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Daytona Dealer Wall Clock. Great As A Collection. We Have

Located in Buchanan, MI

The clock face reads, "Rolex Oyster Perpetual Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified Cosmograph Daytona Swiss Made".

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20th Century American Classical Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Brass

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Daytona Black Wall Clock. Great As A Collection. We Have
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Daytona Black Wall Clock. Great As A Collection. We Have

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Daytona Black Wall Clock. Great As A Collection. We Have

Located in Buchanan, MI

The clock face reads, "Rolex Oyster Perpetual Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified Cosmograph Daytona Swiss Made".

Category

20th Century Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 18k Rose Gold Rolex Bubbleback Automatic Watch Ref 6011
Vintage 18k Rose Gold Rolex Bubbleback Automatic Watch Ref 6011

Vintage 18k Rose Gold Rolex Bubbleback Automatic Watch Ref 6011

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Located in New York, NY

The champagne dial is signed “Rolex Oyster Perpetual” and “Officially Certified Chronometer,” with applied faceted gold baton hour markers and matching dauphine-style hands.

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20th Century Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex GMT Master Stainless Steel Blue Red Bezel, Ref 1675
Rolex GMT Master Stainless Steel Blue Red Bezel, Ref 1675

Rolex GMT Master Stainless Steel Blue Red Bezel, Ref 1675

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Located in Queens, NY

Rolex GMT Master Stainless Steel Blue Red Bezel, reference no. 1675 with black dial, luminous indexes, date window at 3 o'clock, powered by automatic self winding movement, calibre 1...

Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex OP Date 34mm 14k Gold Champagne Dial Watch
Vintage Rolex OP Date 34mm 14k Gold Champagne Dial Watch

Vintage Rolex OP Date 34mm 14k Gold Champagne Dial Watch

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Located in Miami, FL

Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date in 14K yellow gold featuring 34mm case with a champagne dial, fluted bezel, and Jubilee bracelet.

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1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex 1958 Lady-Datejust Watch 6517 - Yellow Gold 18k Automatic One Year
Rolex 1958 Lady-Datejust Watch 6517 - Yellow Gold 18k Automatic One Year

Rolex 1958 Lady-Datejust Watch 6517 - Yellow Gold 18k Automatic One Year

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Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Rolex Model: Lady-Datejust Model Number: 6517 Movement: Automatic Warranty: One Year Year: 1958 Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Champagne Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Ma...

Category

1950s Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Solid Yellow Gold Watch with Sapphire Blue Dial
Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Solid Yellow Gold Watch with Sapphire Blue Dial

Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Solid Yellow Gold Watch with Sapphire Blue Dial

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Located in New York, NY

ROLEX LADY’S OYSTER PERPETUAL WATCH SOLID YG W/ SAPPHIRE BLUE DIAL ITEM DESCRIPTION: One Lady's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch In Solid Yellow Gold.

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1990s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Tiffany & Co. Stainless Steel Oyster Chronometer Wristwatch
Rolex Tiffany & Co. Stainless Steel Oyster Chronometer Wristwatch

Rolex Tiffany & Co. Stainless Steel Oyster Chronometer Wristwatch

Located in New York, NY

This watch is not only elegant but practical, a treat for any watch collector. Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, with underlined Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, Ref. 1002. sta...

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1960s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Steel

Rolex Date 15223, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Date 15223, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Date 15223, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

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Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Date Reference #:15223. A striking and distinctive timepiece, this 1990s Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Chronometer is perfect for the polished and dapper man.

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1990s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer BubbleBack  14K Yellow Gold Dial Ref. #3131
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer BubbleBack  14K Yellow Gold Dial Ref. #3131

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer BubbleBack 14K Yellow Gold Dial Ref. #3131

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Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer BubbleBack 14K Yellow Gold Dial Ref. #3131 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being ...

Category

1940s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 2940, aka "bubbleback /ovetto"
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 2940, aka "bubbleback /ovetto"

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 2940, aka "bubbleback /ovetto"

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Located in Canterbury, England

Our vintage Rolex Oyster perpetual chronometer , reference 2940, aka "bubbleback / ovetto" features a 32mm x 39mm stainless steel case with silver baton dial and sword hands.

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1940s Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Chronometer California Dial
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Chronometer California Dial

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Chronometer California Dial

By Rolex

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

ROLEX REF. 3458 BUBBLE BACK.STAINLESS STEEL BEAUTIFULL PATINA Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Chronometer, .Ref. #3458.

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1940s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Superlative Chronometer
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Superlative Chronometer

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Superlative Chronometer

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Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

ROLEX Oyster Perpetual date. Superlative chronometer.

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1990s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Rolex, “Oyster Perpetual, Date Ref. 15210
Rolex, “Oyster Perpetual, Date Ref. 15210

Rolex, “Oyster Perpetual, Date Ref. 15210

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Located in Firenze, IT

Rolex, “Oyster Perpetual, Date, Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified”, case No.W249318, Ref. 15210.Made in 1993.

Category

1990s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 5552
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 5552

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 5552

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1980s Rolex Stainless Steel Reference 5500 Oyster Perpetual Chronometer.

Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 5552
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 5552

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 5552

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1980s Rolex Stainless Steel Reference 5500 Oyster Perpetual Chronometer.

Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

So-called Zephyr ROLEX, Oyster Perpetual
So-called Zephyr ROLEX, Oyster Perpetual

So-called Zephyr ROLEX, Oyster Perpetual

Located in Firenze, IT

Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, Ref. 1008.

Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date Men's Watch 18 Karat Gold 2 Year Warranty 1803
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date Men's Watch 18 Karat Gold 2 Year Warranty 1803

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date Men's Watch 18 Karat Gold 2 Year Warranty 1803

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Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date Model Number: 1803 Material: 18k Yellow Gold Movement: Mechanical (automatic) Case: 35.1mm wide (not including the crown) Band width: 19.3mm L...

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1970s Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

18k Gold

1945 Rolex Rare Hooded Bubbleback Ref. 3065, Gold & SS - Original with Warranty
1945 Rolex Rare Hooded Bubbleback Ref. 3065, Gold & SS - Original with Warranty

1945 Rolex Rare Hooded Bubbleback Ref. 3065, Gold & SS - Original with Warranty

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Located in Suwanee, GA

Dimensions: 32mm wide (excluding crown) Dial: Silver, gold painted Arabic and baton markers, signed Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer, original and untouched, in mint condition wit...

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1940s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Datejust Men's Watch Stainless & 18k Gold Automatic 2Yr Wnty 16233
Rolex Oyster Datejust Men's Watch Stainless & 18k Gold Automatic 2Yr Wnty 16233

Rolex Oyster Datejust Men's Watch Stainless & 18k Gold Automatic 2Yr Wnty 16233

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Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Rolex Oyster Datejust Model Number: 16233 Year: 1996 Materials: Stainless Steel & 18k Yellow Gold Movement: Automatic Dial: White Roman Case: 35.0mm wide (not including the cr...

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1990s Unknown Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 1603, Datejust ROLEX

Ref. 1603, Datejust ROLEX

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Located in Firenze, IT

Ref. 1603, Datejust Rolex, “Oyster Perpetual, DateJust, Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified”, case No.4025890, Ref. 1603.

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1970s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX Date Stainless Steel, Ref. 15200

ROLEX Date Stainless Steel, Ref. 15200

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Located in Firenze, IT

Stainless Steel, Ref. 15200 Rolex, “Oyster Perpetual, Date, Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified”, case No.A265096, Ref. 15200.Made in 1998.

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1990s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

Brandon Webb Rolex Submariner Diver's Wristwatch
Brandon Webb Rolex Submariner Diver's Wristwatch

Brandon Webb Rolex Submariner Diver's Wristwatch

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Located in Hicksville, NY

Rolex Submariner Date Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Diver's Wristwatch Beauty, Brains, Balls and a How-To Manual all in one Package!

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Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

Steel & Gold "Tiger's Eye" GMT Rolex Ref. 1675

Steel & Gold "Tiger's Eye" GMT Rolex Ref. 1675

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Located in Firenze, IT

Rolex Ref. 1675, Steel & Gold GMT Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, "GMT-Master, Superlative Chronometer, Officially Certified” Case No. 2463585, Ref. 1675.

Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ref. 6917, Lady's Datejust Gold and Diamonds
Rolex Ref. 6917, Lady's Datejust Gold and Diamonds

Rolex Ref. 6917, Lady's Datejust Gold and Diamonds

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Located in Firenze, IT

Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, DateJust, Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, case No. 6357030, Ref. 6917.

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1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Ref. 5016, Stainless Steel So-called "Bombay" ROLEX
Ref. 5016, Stainless Steel So-called "Bombay" ROLEX

Ref. 5016, Stainless Steel So-called "Bombay" ROLEX

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Located in Firenze, IT

Ref. 5016, Stainless Steel So-called "Bombay" Rolex, “Oyster Perpetual, Officially certified Chronometer”, Ref. 5016.

Category

1940s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ref. 18348 Day-Date Yellow Gold & Diamonds
Rolex Ref. 18348 Day-Date Yellow Gold & Diamonds

Rolex Ref. 18348 Day-Date Yellow Gold & Diamonds

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Located in Firenze, IT

Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). Rolex, "Oyster Perpetual, Day-Date, Superlative Chronometer, Officially Certified," case No.

Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Bubbleback Pink Gold and Black California Dial Ref 3131
Rolex Bubbleback Pink Gold and Black California Dial Ref 3131

Rolex Bubbleback Pink Gold and Black California Dial Ref 3131

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Located in Firenze, IT

Rolex California Dial Rolex, “Oyster Perpetual, Officially Certified Chronometer", Ref. 3131.

Category

1940s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Black Dial With Dauphine Hands Wristwatch Ref. 1601
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Black Dial With Dauphine Hands Wristwatch Ref. 1601

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Black Dial With Dauphine Hands Wristwatch Ref. 1601

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Located in Firenze, IT

Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Datejust, Superlative Chronometer, Officially Certified, Ref. 1601.

Category

1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Lady Datejust Wristwatch, Stainless & 18k Gold Automatic 2 Yr Wnty 179173
Rolex Lady Datejust Wristwatch, Stainless & 18k Gold Automatic 2 Yr Wnty 179173

Rolex Lady Datejust Wristwatch, Stainless & 18k Gold Automatic 2 Yr Wnty 179173

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Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Rolex Lady Datejust Model Number: 179173 Year: 2014 Metal Content: Stainless Steel & 18k Yellow Gold Movement: Automatic Case: 26mm wide (not including the crown) Band Widt...

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20th Century Unknown Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona with Zenith movement, ref 16523, rare mark 2 dial, B&P's, 1989.
Rolex Daytona with Zenith movement, ref 16523, rare mark 2 dial, B&P's, 1989.

Rolex Daytona with Zenith movement, ref 16523, rare mark 2 dial, B&P's, 1989.

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Located in Canterbury, England

Of note, the black dial features "four lines" aka "four liner" as the dial reads Rolex Oyster Perpetual Superlative Chronometer Cosmograph, omitting the "officially certified" on the...

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1980s Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1007 1953
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1007 1953

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1007 1953

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Located in Chicago, IL

1953 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer, Ref. 1007 in a 3 piece stainless steel waterproof case with an engine turned bezel. 26 Jewel automatic, self winding caliber 1570 Movement.

Category

1950s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 5500
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 5500

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 5500

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Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1950s Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer, Ref. 5500 in a 3 piece, 34 M.M. stainless steel waterproof case with a smooth bezel. 26 Jewel automatic, self winding caliber 1570 Mov...

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1950s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Strap Wristwatch
Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Strap Wristwatch

Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Strap Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Stamford, CT

Rose gold and steel Length: 38.5mm Width: 32mm Band width at case: 18mm Case thickness: 13.3mm Band: New Italian crocodile - minor showcase wear Crystal: Plastic Dial: Rolex O...

Category

1940s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubble-Back, Oyster Perpetual, Chronometer, Ref. 2940
Rolex Stainless Steel Bubble-Back, Oyster Perpetual, Chronometer, Ref. 2940

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubble-Back, Oyster Perpetual, Chronometer, Ref. 2940

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Located in Firenze, IT

BERNARDO ANTICHITÀ PONTE VECCHIO FLORENCE Made in the 1940s. Fine, tonneau-shaped, center seconds, self-winding, waterresistant, stainless steel wristwatch. Case two-body, polished...

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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex Ref. 6917 Datejust Yellow Gold Diamond Dial
Rolex Ref. 6917 Datejust Yellow Gold Diamond Dial

Rolex Ref. 6917 Datejust Yellow Gold Diamond Dial

By Rolex

Located in Firenze, IT

Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Datejust, Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified.

Category

1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Thunderbird Men's Wristwatch 1625 - 18k Gold & Stainless Leather 1Yr Wnty
Rolex Thunderbird Men's Wristwatch 1625 - 18k Gold & Stainless Leather 1Yr Wnty

Rolex Thunderbird Men's Wristwatch 1625 - 18k Gold & Stainless Leather 1Yr Wnty

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Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Rolex Model: Thunderbird Datejust Model Number: 1625 Dial Color: Gold Year: 1967 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Movement: Swiss Automatic Warranty: One-Ye...

Category

20th Century Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Watch with Diamond and Ruby Bezel, Jubilee Bracelet
Rolex Ladies Datejust Watch with Diamond and Ruby Bezel, Jubilee Bracelet

Rolex Ladies Datejust Watch with Diamond and Ruby Bezel, Jubilee Bracelet

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Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The bracelet is original Rolex stainless steel Jubilee. Brand: Rolex Model: 16014 Serial: 5306541 Metals: 18K White Gold, Stainless Steel Bracelet: Stainless Steel Jubilee Inner c...

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1970s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Rose Gold Bombe Wristwatch Ref 6090
Rolex Rose Gold Bombe Wristwatch Ref 6090

Rolex Rose Gold Bombe Wristwatch Ref 6090

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Located in Miami Beach, FL

This is a 18k rose gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual wristwatch, Officially Certified Chronometer, known as the BombÃ?

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1950s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 Chronometer, circa 1971
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 Chronometer, circa 1971

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 Chronometer, circa 1971

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Located in West Hollywood, CA

As distinguished from the similar size ref# 5500 Airking model, the 1002 reference features a chronometer rated movement, and the dial reads Oyster Perpetual, rather than Oyster Perp...

Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 Chronometer, circa 1966
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 Chronometer, circa 1966

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 Chronometer, circa 1966

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

As distinguished from the similar size ref# 5500 Airking model, the 1002 reference features a chronometer rated movement, and the dial reads Oyster Perpetual, rather than Oyster Perp...

Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 18K PG Oyster Perpetual Chronometer c. 1950s
Rolex 18K PG Oyster Perpetual Chronometer c. 1950s

Rolex 18K PG Oyster Perpetual Chronometer c. 1950s

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Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18K PG Oyster Perpetual 34mm diameter Oyster case circa 1950's. Smooth bezel, beautiful original matte antique salmon dial with YG applied indexes and matching YG pointy hands....

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1950s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex 18K PG Oyster Perpetual Chronometer ref 6564
Rolex 18K PG Oyster Perpetual Chronometer ref 6564

Rolex 18K PG Oyster Perpetual Chronometer ref 6564

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Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18K PG Oyster Perpetual ref # 6564 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel circa 1957 and silver satin dial with pink gold applied indexes and pointy dauphine hands. Calibre 1030 ...

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1950s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex 18 Karat Pink Gold Oyster Perpetual Chronometer, circa 1956
Rolex 18 Karat Pink Gold Oyster Perpetual Chronometer, circa 1956

Rolex 18 Karat Pink Gold Oyster Perpetual Chronometer, circa 1956

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Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18K rose gold Oyster Perpetual reference# 6564 serial# 157,xxx circa 1956.

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1950s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1005 1977
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1005 1977

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1005 1977

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Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 18K YG ref 1005 serial# 5.1 million circa 1977.

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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch circa 1940s
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch circa 1940s

Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s. 32mm diameter case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal. Beautifully restored glossy black so called "California" dial with ...

Category

1940s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1986
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1986

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Circa 1986 stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref 1002 Officially Certified Chronometer.

Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Men's Oyster Perpetual Date 1501 Stainless Steel Engine-Turned Bezel Watch
Rolex Men's Oyster Perpetual Date 1501 Stainless Steel Engine-Turned Bezel Watch

Rolex Men's Oyster Perpetual Date 1501 Stainless Steel Engine-Turned Bezel Watch

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Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Model #1501 Model: Oyster Perpetual Serial #17483XX Year: 1967 Movement #1570 Movement Serial #D9789XX Brushed Stainless Steel Case w/ Engine- Turned Bezel 34 mm in Diameter Lug to ...

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20th Century Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Womens Oyster Perpetual DateJust 6517 18k Yellow Gold w/ Jubilee Band
Rolex Womens Oyster Perpetual DateJust 6517 18k Yellow Gold w/ Jubilee Band

Rolex Womens Oyster Perpetual DateJust 6517 18k Yellow Gold w/ Jubilee Band

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Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Model: Oyster Perpetual Date Just Model #6517 Serial #11420XX Year: 1956 Movement #1161 (26 Jewels) Movement Serial #973XX 18k Yellow Gold Case w/ Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel 24 mm in ...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date #1503 14 Karat Gold with Leather Band Men's Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date #1503 14 Karat Gold with Leather Band Men's Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date #1503 14 Karat Gold with Leather Band Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Model: Oyster Perpetual Date Model #1503 Movement #1570-D3166XX 14k Yellow Gold Case w/ Fluted Bezel 34 mm in Diameter (37 mm w/ Crown) Lug-to-Lug Distance = 42 mm Thickness = 11 mm ...

Category

20th Century Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Wristwatch Ref 1802 1963
Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Wristwatch Ref 1802 1963

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Wristwatch Ref 1802 1963

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Acrylic crystal and original champagne pie pan dial with applied gold indexes and tapered gilt dauphine hands. Dial signed Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date, Superlative Chronometer Of...

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1960s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Rolex Mid-Size OPDJ 6827 Two-Tone Unisex Watch with Leather Band

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By Rolex

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Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch with Original Black Dial circa 1944

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Exceptional condition all original dial with early signature, "Rolex Oyster / Perpetual" and just the word "Chronometer" below, "Swiss Made" at bottom.

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1940s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

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Rolex Men's President Day-Date Automatic 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch

By Rolex

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

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

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By Rolex

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

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Rolex Women's OPDJ 69173 Two-Tone 18 Karat/SS with Original Box and Papers

Rolex Women's OPDJ 69173 Two-Tone 18 Karat/SS with Original Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

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Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Bombe Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1010

By Rolex

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By Rolex

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

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1970s Swiss Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer

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Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage rolex oyster perpetual chronometer you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, stainless steel and 18k gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 220 vintage editions and 19 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage rolex oyster perpetual chronometer may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. While most can agree that any vintage rolex oyster perpetual chronometer from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 2 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. 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 vintage rolex oyster perpetual chronometer, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.

How Much is a Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer?

Prices for a vintage rolex oyster perpetual chronometer can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $2,623 and can go as high as $64,699, while this accessory, on average, fetches $6,600.

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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