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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Creator: Rolex
Creator: Jona
Vintage Rolex Explorer 5504 Watch
Located in London, GB
A 36mm Explorer crafted in stainless steel by Rolex. Features a matte black dial with arabic numbers and a steel bezel. Fitted with a plastic glass, a self-winding automatic movement and a stainless steel Oyster bracelet equipped with a deployant clasp. This vintage timepiece...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex White Roman Dial Diamond/Sapphire Bezel Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Killy Triple Date Calendar Chronograph 6036 Steel Manual Wind Watch, 1954
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 6036 Year: 1954 Serial number: 94xxxx Reference: OT1522 Jean Claude Killy is one of the legendary Olympic Ski champions who has one of the longest member of Rolex Board of Directors for over 40 years. He has been featured in Rolex ads over the years and became the icon of the chronograph honoring him next to the Paul Newman Daytona. The name represents Rolex Dato Compax which represents the Rolex family featured manual winding chronograph with complete calendar. The highly collectible Rolex Oyster Chronograph Anti-Magnetique “Jean Claude Killy” Model 6036 was launched in early 1950s for only five years. Estimated only 380 pieces in stainless steel was produced and approximate 60 were discovered in the market. Earlier model features the smaller gilt finish square markers which better complement the neater dimensions. The watch housed a Valjoux 72C...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Light Blue Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Jubilee Band
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Two Tone Datejust Watch, Custom Light Blue Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex 14K Yellow Gold And Stainless Steel Jubilee Ba...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex Datejust Cream Pyramid Roman Dial Two Tone Watch Jubilee Band
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Cream Pyramid Roman Dial Two Tone Watch Jubilee Band We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone ...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Black Color Dial Watch 69173
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Black Color Dial Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs + Emerald 69173
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1990s European Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3372 18k Rose Gold Automatic 1940s Swiss RA316B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare collectible classic, Men's solid 18k rose gold Rolex ref.3372 Oyster Perpetual bubble back automatic dress watch, c.1945, original, unrestored. Verified authentic by a master wa...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Datejust II Silver Men's Watch, 116300
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust II Silver Men's Watch - 116300 excellent condition all original Rolex parts! comes with Rolex Box and certificate free over...
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2010s European Jewelry & Watches

Women's Rolex Datejust with Diamond Bezel & Champagne Dial Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust with Diamond Bezel & Champagne Dial Two Tone Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, wh...
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1990s Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Salmon Roman Dial with Diamonds and Rubies Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The watch features aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost indistinguishable from a brand new watch...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Red String Diamond Dial Oyster Band 1 Carat Diamond Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Red String Diamond Dial & Custom 1ct Diamond Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-RED-STRD-BDS-OYS Br...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Black Index Dial Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
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1990s Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King Ref 5500, 1970s Automatic RA307 Vintage
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King 5500 automatic, c.1975. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Stunning Rolex signed silver ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Rolex Datejust 6917 Pink Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Pink Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster B...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Lugs White Roman Numeral Dial Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The w...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Watch with Rubies/Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Air King Blue Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Air King Blue Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs Stainless Steel 34mm Watch Watch has been set with aftermarket (non Rolex) diamonds. This watch is in like...
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1990s Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Custom Turquoise Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Red Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-RED-DIA-AM-FLT-OYS Brand/Model: ...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Black Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Jubilee Band
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Two Tone Datejust Watch, Custom Black Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex 14K Yellow Gold And Stainless Steel Jubilee Band. ...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Custom Red Diamond Dial Jubilee Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Two Tone Datejust Watch, Custom Red Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex 14K Yellow Gold And Stainless Steel Jubilee ...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Black Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Black Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU ...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Dial Bezel + Lugs
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Dial Bezel + Lugs We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone profess...
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1990s Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Diamond Dial Bezel/Lugs Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust Champagne Index Diamond Dial Bezel/Lugs Two Tone Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone profe...
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1980s European Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Diamond Bezel Two Tone Oyster Band Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Automatic Diamond Wrist Watch Two Tone
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage GMT Master 1675 Pepsi Red and Blue Stainless Steel Box Paper, 1972
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1675 Serial: 3113*** Year: 1972 Model: GMT Master Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Pepsi - Red and Blue Dial: Black Face: Sapph...
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1970s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Champagne Dial Diamond & Emerald Bezel 18k Gold/Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 31mm Champagne Dial Diamond & Emerald Bezel 18k Gold/Steel Watch The watch is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to ensure ...
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1990s Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel/Lugs Cream Index Dial Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Salmon Roman Dial Diamonds / Sapphires Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
Category

1990s Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Jubilee Black Diamond Dial 18k Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Black Diamond Dial 18k Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel Jubilee Two Tone Watch 16013. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visib...
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1990s Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex White Roman Numeral Dial Diamond/Emerald Bezel Two Tone Jubilee Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex Datejust Champagne Dial Two Tone Emeralds & Diamond Bezel
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Champagne Dial Two Tone Emeralds & Diamond Bezel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergon...
Category

1990s Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 White Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Jubilee Band
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Two Tone Datejust Watch, Custom White Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex 14K Yellow Gold And Stainless Steel Jubilee Band. ...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady TT Datejust MOP Diamond Dial Ruby Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 6917-TT-CHM-DIA-AM-BDS-JBL Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Mother...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Oyster Band White Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126300
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. Box and papers included. * Complimentary Shipping within the Country * 24-month warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can ve...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust Silver Dial Diamond Lugs + Sapphire & Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Custom Black Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Black Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-BLK-DIA-AM-FLT-OYS Brand/Model: ...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Custom Red Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Red Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-RED-DIA-AM...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea James Cameron Blue Stainless Steel Watch 126660
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea Ref. 126660, with 44mm Oystersteel case, unidirectional rotatable black ceramic bezel with numerals, "D-Blue" dial with highly legible Chromalight indices, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Mens Datejust Black MOP Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 16014-BMOP-DIA-AM-BDS-JBL Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust Ref# 16014 - Plastic Quickset Model Gender : Mens Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 36 mm Dial : Cust...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Steel Oyster Band Diamond/Emerald Bezel Silver Dial Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Diamond Bezel & Lugs Blue MOP Dial Watch 16013
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Oyster Perpetual Datejust Diamond Bezel & Lugs Blue Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial 16013 This watch is in like new condition...
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1990s Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rare Omega Pocket Money Clip Watch Manual Wind 1930s Vintage Collectable JM2
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Extremely rare Omega Pocket or Money Clip watch, manual wind, circa 1930s. A vintage collectable classic. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorge...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Made Sage Green Dial 1960's
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 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Rolex Datejust 6917 Black Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Oyster Band
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Black Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-BMOP-STRD-FLT-O...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Custom Blue Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Blue Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-SS-BLU-DIA-A...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date Black PVD/DLC Coated Stainless Steel Watch 116610LN
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Submariner Date Black PVD/DLC Coated Stainless Steel Watch 116610LN Since its inception in 1954, the Rolex Submariner has been widely celeb...
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2010s Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Cream Index Dial Diamond/Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 36mm Datejust Ruby/Diamond Bezel Silver Stick Dial Automatic Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Datejust 16014 18k White Gold SS Automatic 1980s Swiss RA330B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An icon, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref.16014 automatic in 18k white gold and stainless steel, c.1982. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed sil...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Datejust Silver Dial Diamond Lugs Emerald & Diamond Bezel Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver Dial Diamond Lugs Emerald & Diamond Bezel Steel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which i...
Category

1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Light Blue Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Oyster Band
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Light Blue Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial & Custom 1ct Diamond Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-S...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King Ref 5500 Automatic 1970s Swiss RA307R
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King 5500 automatic, c.1975. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Stunning Rolex signed silver ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Rolex Datejust Custom Set Diamond Bezel White Roman Dial Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex President Day-Date Men's Watch 118238
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex President Day-Date Men's Watch 118238 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel (36mm diameter). Genuine Rolex Lapis dial...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Rolex Datejust 6917 Turquoise String Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Turquoise String Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band. SKU 6917-...
Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Stainless Steel Ladies Watch with Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Category

1990s Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Silver Dial with Ruby and Diamond Bezel Steel Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver Dial with Ruby and Diamond Bezel Steel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impe...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Diamond Rings, Luxury Watches and Other Antique and Vintage Fine Jewelry and Estate Jewelry on 1stDibs

Our love for diamond rings, luxury watches and other antique and vintage fine jewelry and estate jewelry goes back thousands of years.

Jewelry has long been a symbol of spiritual strength, wealth or power and, of course, a means of personal expression. While materials and processes employed by the world’s most popular jewelry housesTiffany & Co., Cartier, BVLGARI and others — have evolved over time, humans still gravitate toward many of the same accessories that our ancestors wore.

Ancient Egyptians were often hard at work designing jewelry and adorning themselves with an array of necklaces, rings and other items, and nearly every Egyptian, rich or poor, was buried with some kind of jewelry. When King Tut’s burial chamber was excavated, it revealed a sense of style that inspired Art Deco jewelry designs.

Brooches and pins remain essentials in our jewelry boxes, although we no longer require them to fasten our garments, as was once their primary use. Rings, which have always been signifiers of eternity, still serve as romantic gifts and tokens of affection. Engagement rings are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment — and as it can be difficult to choose the right one, explore our buying guides for a close look at antique engagement ringsArt Deco engagement rings and vintage engagement rings. [Fun fact: It wasn’t until the 14th century that we learned how to effectively cut diamonds, a critical step in revealing the stone’s brilliance.]

Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C. We’ve even created our own new, sacred symbols — the Cartier Love bracelet, for example, with its distinctive locking mechanism, is an understated and modernist symbol of love’s promise (with its own captivating history to boot). And, crafted by French jeweler Jacques Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels, the Magic Alhambra necklace channels luck for the wearer with its universally adored design, which is informed by four-leaf clovers, a plant synonymous with good fortune.

Whether it’s our sentimental charm jewelry, costume jewelry, chunky retro bracelets or minimalist earrings created by the likes of contemporary designers WHITE/SPACE and Agmes, luxurious jewels can elevate any outfit, regardless of your personal style.

Find a wide-ranging collection of authentic antique, new and vintage jewelry today on 1stDibs.

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