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Rolex Jewelry

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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Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Dial and Bezel circa, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 36m...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Custom Purple Dial, 1960s
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 4...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Classic Air King with Rare Dial and Original Bracelet circa, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm x Diameter 34m...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Lavender Dial Mid 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Mid 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Steel Datejust with Custom Finished Pink Dial 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Blued Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's / 70's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length...
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1960s Swiss Modernist Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Silvered Patina Dial From 1962
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1962 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X D...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Rare Original Charcoal Dial, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diam...
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1960s Swiss Modernist Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Rare Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual from 1952 Oversized Bubble Back Movement
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6334 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Shell CIRCA / YEAR: 1953 / 54 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm...
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1950s Swiss Modernist Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Two Tone Datejust with Original Dial circa, 1969
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Two Tone Steel and 14Kt. Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / ...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Custom Green Diamond Dial, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 / 1603 METAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: Late 1960's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual, Automatic / 26 Jew...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Stainless Steel Classic Oyster Perpetual Date Model Ref. 1501 circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date/ Reference 1501 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1972 / 73 DIM...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Custom Purple Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diam...
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1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Green Dial and Diamond Markers 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 36m...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Custom Finished Green Dial from 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Made Pink Dial circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 41mm X Diameter 35mm CIRCA: 1970...
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1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Custom Orange Dial, 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: 1960's DIMENSIONS: Length 44mm x Diameter...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 18 Karat Gold With Diamond Bezel President circa 1996 with Original Box
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: President / Reference 18236 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1996 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 43mm Length X 36mm Diamet...
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1990s Swiss Modern Rolex Jewelry

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18k Gold

Rolex Steel Oyster with Rare Original Dial from 1946
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster / Reference 4365 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1946 DIMENSIONS: Length 39mm X Diameter 34mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber. 10 1/2 H DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Gilt Numerals / Leaf Gilt Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 19mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is a classic and elegant example of what an early Rolex...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust With Custom Orange Dial, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel & White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SI...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel White Gold Bezel Datejust with Custom Pink 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 with 14Kt White Gold fluted Bezel CIRCA / YEAR: 1...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Steel Datejust with Custom Made Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial, 1970'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: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm x Diameter 36mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels / Caliber 1570 DIAL / HANDS: Custom Pink Mother of Pearl Dial with Diamond Markers / Silver Baton Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Original Jubilee Bracelet, 20mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This custom Rolex...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex 9ct. Solid Gold Art Deco Ladies Wristwatch ca 1920's, with Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Baguette Style METAL / MATERIAL: 9ct. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm x Width 11mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber M DIAL / HANDS: Original Silver with Kiln Fired Enamel Printing / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Cord Band / Regular Length Adjustable WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This rare watch was produced by the iconic house of Rolex sometime in the 1920's. The watch is in excellent original condition and still has its original blued steel hands. The dial, done in Sterling Silver is not printed, but is done in kiln fired enamel and is in original condition. It is extraordinary to find this nearly 100 year old watch...
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1920s Swiss Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Egyptian Rose Gold & Steel Oyster with Factory Original Dial circa 1938
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Egyptian Model METAL / MATERIAL: Rose Gold & Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1938 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Diameter 29m...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial from 1972
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1972 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm x Diameter 34mm...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Blue Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm x...
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1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Quartz from 1979 In Unpolished Condition
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 17000 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1979 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 56mm x Diameter 43mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Quartz Winding / Caliber 5035 DIAL / HANDS: Original Charcoal with Baton Markers / Original Baton Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Original Datejust Jubilee Bracelet 24mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This Rolex Quartz...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual with Custom Finished Red Dial 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm x Diam...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Factory Original "Deep Sea" Dial 1956
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual "Deep Sea" / Reference 6532 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1956 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm X Diameter 40mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 25 Jewels / Caliber: 1030 DIAL / HANDS: Original Waffle Finish with Gold Markers / Gold Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Original Oyster Bracelet, 19mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is one of the only examples of the Deep Sea model we have seen. It doesn't get any more rare and vintage than this Rolex Oyster Perpetual reference...
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1950s Swiss Modernist Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Custom Made Green Dial from 1960's and 70's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's/1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Diame...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Custom Made Pink Dial, circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Diameter 34m...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Orange Dial 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm x...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Custom Orange Dial Engine Turned Bezel 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 41mm Length x...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Custom Orange Dial, Diamond Markers, 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Dia...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

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...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Early Speedking with Original Dial from 1941 or 1942
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Speedking / Reference 3373 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 36mm X Diameter 30mm CIRCA / YEAR: 1941 / 1942...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Rare Original Black Dial from 1995
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 15200 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1995 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm ...
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1990s Swiss Modern Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Steel Datejust with Original Silvered Dial And Papers circa, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel and White Gold Bezel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSI...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Oyster Bracelet & Rare Black Dial, 1979
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 1200 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1979 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diameter 35m...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Original White Roman Numeral Dial, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970'S DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm x Diameter 34mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels / Caliber 1570 DIAL / HANDS: Original Roman...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Oyster Perpetual Air-King with Original Factory Black Dial 1974
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air-King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1974 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 40 Length X 34 Diameter MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels / Caliber 1500's DIAL / HANDS: Original Factory Black Dial with Silver Baton Markers / Silver Baton Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Original Factory Oyster Bracelet, 19mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement This is a great example of the legendary Air King by Rolex...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Steel and 14Kt. Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Bracelet. circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 6532 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel and 14Kt Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1953 / 54 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm x Diameter 35mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 25 Jewels / Caliber 1030 "Butterfly" DIAL / HANDS: Black with Sharks Tooth Markers / Baton Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Original Jubilee Bracelet 19mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is a rare and early Oyster Perpetual Date model with an excellent condition Two Tone Bracelet. The bracelet has the rare and sought after "Big Rolex...
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1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Original Dial Gilt Markers, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Leng...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Red Diamond Dial, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 5500 METAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: 1970's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 27 Jewels...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Quickset Datejust with Exceptional Original Silver Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 16014 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 4...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Original Silver Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex 14Kt Prince with rare Black Dial Hand Made Case and Movement circa 1940's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Prince Drs. Watch / Reference 1490 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X ...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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14k Gold

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date With Custom Finished Orange Dial, circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 42mm x 35mm M...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Original Dial, circa Mid-1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Mid 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm...
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1960s Swiss Modernist Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Steel Datejust with Custom Made Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial, Early 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm x Diameter 36m...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Rolex Steel Datejust with Custom Finished Purple Dial 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel and 14Kt. Solid Gold Oyster Perpetual with Original Dial Mid 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 7008 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel and 14Kt. Gold CIRCA / YEAR: Mid 1960's DIMENSIONS / SI...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Gold, Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Made Dial, circa 1960's with Vuitton Strap
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 36mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels / Caliber 1570 DIAL / HANDS: Custom Finished Orange Dial with Silver Roman Numeral Markers / Silver Baton Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Custom Made Louis Vuitton Leather Strap...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Air King With Custom Dark Green Dial and Solid Link Bracelet 1970's
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: 39mm Length X 34mm ...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Green Dial circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Classic Indexed Bezel, circa 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Mid 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm x Diameter 35mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels / Caliber 1570 DIAL / HANDS: Custom Copper Dial...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Custom Finished Purple Dial, 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Datejust with Custom Made Dial and Original Bracelet, circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length ...
Category

1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Jewelry

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex jewelry & watches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of Rolex jewelry & watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Rolex jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Rolex diamond jewelry & watches, from our inventory of 1,212, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 5,364 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. Modern and Art Deco are among the most popular styles of Rolex jewelry & watches available on 1stDibs. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider jewelry & watches by Chopard, Roger Dubuis, and Jacob & Co.. Prices for Rolex jewelry & watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $225 and tops out at $637,387, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $9,955.
Questions About Rolex Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Whether or not it's hard to buy a Rolex watch may change slightly over time. It is generally more difficult to buy Rolex watches from authorized dealers than many other watches due to the high demand compared to the limited supply of new models produced by the Swiss maker. However, pre-owned Rolex watches are often found on trusted online platforms. Explore a selection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Whether buying a used Rolex is a good idea is totally subjective. When it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind, and Rolex vintage watches are equally popular among collectors. Buying a new, never-worn watch enables you to build a history with it that isn’t shared by anyone else. Still, the greatest advantage to buying a pre-owned watch is that it opens up a wider range of models to consider, including rare ones that have been discontinued. Shop a diverse assortment of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Rolexes are so rare largely due to supply and demand. The luxury Swiss watchmaker produces only a limited number of watches annually and may craft 100 or fewer pieces for its rarest references. Due to the popularity of Rolex watches, many people wish to purchase them, so there are often lengthy waiting lists for new models. However, you can still find many pre-owned Rolex watches on trusted online platforms, like 1stDibs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Rolex watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Opinions may differ as to which Rolex is the most classic. However, there are several Rolex timepieces that collectors generally consider to be iconic. One is the Oyster, which was the world's first waterproof watch when it debuted in 1926. Another is the Submariner, which is defined by its scratch-resistant, ceramic, rotatable bezel, which allows for optimal accuracy even deep underwater and bears a knurled rim for ease of adjustment with diving gloves. Other classic Rolex watches include the Milgauss, the DateJust and the Air King. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Rolex watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Vintage Rolex watches are often cheaper because they are pre-owned. As a result, these timepieces may have slight imperfections due to the effects of regular wear. Even if these blemishes aren't very noticeable and don't impact the reliability or performance of the watch, they may reduce its potential value. It's important to note that not all vintage Rolex watches will be less expensive than contemporary models. Rare watches may actually be more costly due to the limited supply available. Explore a large selection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A contemporary Rolex Yacht Master costs around $11,000. However, a vintage model can cost up to $30,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    One of the cheapest Rolex watches is the Oyster Perpetual, which usually costs around $5,000. This model is made of oystersteel, an affordable type of steel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To wind a Rolex Datejust, set the crown notch (located on the right hand side of the face) to position one. To set it to position one, turn the crown counterclockwise to unscrew the crown and pop the crown out one notch. From this position, start to wind the Rolex by turning the crown clockwise. You should feel a bit of tension and hear a soft clicking sound. Browse a wide selection of Rolex Datejust watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The Rolex Oyster Perpetual is a great entry-level Rolex to purchase. The perpetual refers to the ability of the watch to use the energy of the wearer's wrist motion to run. It is a popular starter Rolex.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Rolex uses only the highest quality diamonds in their watches and compares these stones against certified master stones. They are the most colorless, so in ranges D to G.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While choosing a watch can depend on the wearer's style, there are a few consistent favorites. Some of the top Rolex watches for women include the Rolex Datejust, the Rolex Day-Date, and the Rolex Oyster Perpetual.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What Rolex Navy Seals wear varies. Modern-day Seals actually don't receive Rolex watches as standard-issue gear and instead are free to wear whatever diver's watches they wish. However, there is a long history of Navy Seals donning Rolex Submariner watches in the field due to their accuracy, durability and high level of water resistance. Find a wide variety of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    The cheapest Rolex watch will vary over time as the luxury watchmaker's offerings change. However, some watches produced by Rolex are thought of as entry-level watches. These include the Oyster Perpetual, the Rolex Milgauss for men and the Lady-Datejust for women. Entry-level Rolex watches usually retail for between $3,000 and $7,000 when purchased from an authorized dealer or potentially for less when bought pre-owned through trusted online platforms. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Rolex watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    How much you should pay for a Rolex depends on what you're looking for and your budget. For everyday wear, many men prefer Rolex sports watches, such as the Submariner, the Daytona and GMT-Master II. If you're looking for a watch for special occasions and work, you may want to opt for a Rolex dress watch like the Air-King, Date and Oyster Perpetual. Prices for timepieces from all of these lines will vary based on their materials and features. You may wish to compare prices at multiple retailers and trusted online platforms to get the best possible price. Explore a diverse assortment of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    How much a Rolex wristwatch is in the USA varies. Entry-level watches produced by the Swiss luxury maker usually start at around $4,000 to $5,000, with the highest-priced models retailing for $100,000 or more. In some cases, pre-owned Rolex watches, available on trusted online platforms in the USA, sell for less than the average retail price. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Rolex watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    The first Rolex watch was the Oyster. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch when it debuted in 1926. 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. Explore a diverse assortment of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    A vintage Rolex is a timepiece made by the luxury Swiss watchmaker Rolex that is a certain age. Generally, experts refer to vintage models as those produced between 20 and 99 years ago. Watches made shortly after the company's founding that are at least 100 years old may be categorized as antiques. Shop a large collection of vintage Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    There is no single rarest Rolex ever produced. Rolex has actually made numerous one-of-a-kind special-order watches, any of which could be considered ultra-rare due to their uniqueness. Some examples include the Bao Dai Daytona made for the King of Vietnam, the so-called Paul Newman Daytona custom designed for actor Paul Newman and various bespoke Pearlmaster watches. Find a large selection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    How much an authentic Rolex is varies greatly. Prices for entry-level models, such as the DateJust 36mm and the Oyster Perpetual, usually range from $5,000 to $10,000, while some limited edition models may sell for $100,000 or more. Select pre-owned Rolexes may be available on trusted online platforms at reduced prices. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Rolex watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Opinions may differ as to which model is the most quintessential Rolex. However, one of the most well-known watches produced by the luxury Swiss maker is the Submariner. Rolex introduced what would become the benchmark for a diver’s watch at the international watch and jewelry fair in Basel, Switzerland, in 1953. The Submariner — full name: Oyster Perpetual Submariner — would go on to become not only a technical feat but also a decade-spanning status symbol. Other potential contenders for the title include the Oyster Perpetual, the DateJust, the Air King and the Milgauss. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Rolex watches.

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