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Wrist Watches For Sale
Creator: Rolex
Creator: Bulgari
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Rolex Cellini 27mm Dial Manual Winding Watch Face
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A rare vintage Rolex Cellini watch face in solid 18K yellow gold, featuring a classic 27mm dial with timeless elegance.
Details:
Item Type: Vintage Rolex Watch Face...
Category
1940s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens Rolex Precision Ref 14000 Air King 35m Automatic 1990s Swiss RA479B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision Ref.14000 "Air-King" automatic, c.1997, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signe...
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Automatic Steel Yellow Gold Ladies Jubilee Bracelet Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Timeless, refined, and iconic—the Rolex Datejust Ref. 69173 is a classic ladies’ timepiece that effortlessly blends elegance with everyday versatility. Crafted from stainless steel a...
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Daytona 18K White Gold Black Diamond Dial Watch 116509
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with original box and papers.
🕰️ General Information
Brand: Rolex
Model: Daytona
Model Number: 116509
Year Manufactured: 2021
Vintage: ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Black Diamond, White Gold
Rolex Cellini Classic 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch 5115
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Cellini Classic 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch 5115 - Manual winding. 18k yellow gold case (32 mm). Cream jubilee dial with Roman numerals. Brown Rolex strap band with 18k yellow ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust 18K White Gold Steel Blue Dial Automatic Men's Watch 116234
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. excellent condition. Roulette Date Wheel. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy.
General Information:
Brand...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
BVLGARI Serpenti Misteriosi Secret Diamond, Onyx and Emerald Cuff-Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
The quintessence of Italian glamour and Bulgari’s mastery of jewelry and watchmaking, the Serpenti Misteriosi secret watches are inspired by the rich creative heritage of the “Roman ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Astrale 36mm Rose Gold Gemmed Diamond MOP Dial Watch AEP36D2CWL
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned good condition. The band has visible used signs on the inner side of the band. Comes with a Bvlgari Box.
General Information
Brand: Bvlgari
Model: Bvlgari Astrale
Model ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Rolex Day-Date President 118238 Champagne Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Day-Date President 118238 Mens Watch. 36mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold fluted bezel. Champagne dial with gold hands and gold index hour markers. Minute markers ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Rolex Tropical Dial Air King Reference 5500 in Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents:
A vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King wristwatch crafted in stainless steel.
The round watch features a richly patinaed speckled cream dial with ...
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Date Ladies Stainless Steel Watch Quickset Jubilee Band Blue Dial 69240
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Rolex Date Ladies Stainless Steel Watch Quickset Jubilee Band Blue Dial 69240 is a stunning timepiece that effortlessly combines elegance with practicality. Crafted from durable ...
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex DateJust 68278 Midsize Champagne Dial Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ladies' Watch 68278. This elegant timepiece features a 31mm 18k yellow gold case and an 18k yellow gold fluted bezel. The champagne dial is complement...
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex DateJust 68278 Diamond Champagne Dial Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 68278 Ladies Watch. 31mm 18k yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold fluted bezel. Champagne dial with gold hands and original factory diamond set hour ...
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust With Rare Factory Original Black Dial 1960'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: 1960's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44...
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Genuine 18k Rolex Orchid Watch. 18k WG Ladies 2247 Dainty 1960s Ladies Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
18k White Gold Rolex Orchid Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1967
Dainty 16mm Case.
Rolex 1400 Movement Ref. 2247.
Beautiful Watch. ...
Category
1960s Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Datejust 116234 36mm Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116234
Year: 2010
Model: Rolex Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel
Dial: Origi...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6467 9k Gold 34mm Automatic 1950s Vintage RA482B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic elegance, Men's 9k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6467 automatic dress watch, c.1957, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeo...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Rolex Datejust Men's 2-Tone Watch 116233
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's 2-Tone Watch 116233 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold fluted bezel . Silver Jubilee dial wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust 41 126331 Wimbledon Dial 18K Rose Gold Stainless Box Papers 2023
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126331
Year: 2023
Model: Rolex Datejust 41
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Rose Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K Rose Gold
Dial: G...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust 116234 36mm Silver Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper 2018
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116234
Year: 2018
Model: Rolex Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel
Dial: Silv...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
2024 Rolex Datejust 126233 36mm Champagne Dial 18K Gold Steel Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126233
Year: 2024
Model: Rolex Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: C...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Rolex Lady Datejust 26mm 18K White Gold Steel Silver Stick Dial Watch 69174
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy. No original box and papers. Comes with chronostore ...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
2024 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 126000 36mm Black Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126000
Year: 2024
Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Dial: Black
...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold Automatic Coral dial Ladies Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1978 Rolex Reference 6719 Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 M.M. 14k Yellow Gold 3 piece Oyster case with Fluted bezel, Oyster Perpetual Automatic, self winding movement, Custom finished ...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Mens Watch 114300
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy. No original box and papers. Comes with chronostore bo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1625 Thunderbird 18k SS 36mm Automatic 1960s RA458
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sporty Luxury, Men's 18K gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 1625 automatic, the "Thunderbird", c.1967, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a m...
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 126234 36mm Blue Dial Steel 18K White Gold Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126234
Serial: 5434****
Year: 2020
Model: Rolex Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel
Dial: Blue
Fac...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Daytona Automatic Chronograph, Ref. 16520, Full Set, 1988
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rolex Daytona, Ref. 16520, U serial, Full Set from 1998
with Service Papers from 2008 and 2020, with original certificate.
Model: 16520
Movement: Automatic Chronograph Zenith
Cas...
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
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...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Datejust Ruby Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Timeless Elegance: Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173
Experience the perfect blend of luxury and sophistication with the Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173. Designed for women who appreciate timeless...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
Bulgari Serpenti Tubogas Gold Steel Diamond Wrap Coil Watch Bracelet SP35SPG
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Classic Serpenti Tubogas wrap bracelet watch by Bvlgari, in 18k rose gold alternating with stainless steel. Featuring grey dial with applied rose...
Category
20th Century Italian Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Steel
Rolex Yachtmaster Wristwatch Ref 116688. 18ct Yellow Gold, 44mm Case, YEar 2016
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our rare, discontinued and very desirable Rolex Yachtmaster II reference 116688 features a 44mm 18k yellow gold case with 18k yellow gold bracelet, white dial and blue ceramic dial. ...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Sea-Dweller 40mm Ref. 16600 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A highly collectible Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600, featuring a robust 40mm stainless steel case and a 14.5mm profile, designed for extreme underwater exploration. 1976 year.
Details:
Ite...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies President Datejust 6927 Champagne Dial Bark Finish 18K Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 6927
Serial: 657****
Year: 1970
Model: Rolex Ladies President Datejust
Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Band: 18k Yellow Gold with Bark Finish
Bezel: 18k Yellow Gol...
Category
1960s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Day Date President 18038 Florentine 18K Yellow Gold Box Service Card
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 18038
Serial: 5803***
Year: 1979
Model: Rolex Day Date President
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Band: 18K Yellow Gold
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: Champagne...
Category
1970s Vintage Wrist Watches
1990 Rolex GMT Master II 18K Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
This pre-owned Rolex GMT-Master ref 16753 from 1990 showcases a refined combination of stainless steel and yellow gold, offering a classic and timeless aesthetic. The black dial, wit...
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Oyster Perpetual Air King with Original Factory Black Dial
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...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Vintage Rolex Precision 18K Gold Vintage Ladies Watch On Mesh Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A rare vintage Rolex Precision ladies’ watch in solid 18k yellow gold, featuring a fully integrated textured mesh bracelet and manual-wind movement. Made in Switzerland in 1965 and s...
Category
1960s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
2024 Rolex Datejust 41 126333 Black Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126333
Serial: OU166***
Year: 2024
Model: Rolex Datejust 41
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K Yel...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust 41mm 126333 Yellow Gold Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with the original box and papers.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Bulgari Parentesi Yellow Gold Diamond Watch Bracelet BG01
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Parentesi watch bracelet by Bvlgari, set in 18k yellow gold, adorned with approx. 2.50ctw G/VS diamonds. All diamond dial. Bracelet will fit approx. 7" wrist (medium size). C...
Category
20th Century Italian Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 36 Diamonds 18k Gold Steel Floral Silver Dial Watch 116243
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with box and papers. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy.
General Informati...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Datejust 1600 Wristwatch. Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel, Champagne Dial, 1972
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and attractive Rolex Datejust 1600 features a 36mm stainless steel case with yellow gold fluted bezel, champagne dial and riveted oyste...
Category
1970s Vintage Wrist Watches
Rolex Explorer II 40mm 16570 Black Dial Stainless Steel GMT Date Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Rolex Explorer II 40mm 16570 Black Dial Stainless Steel GMT Date Men’s Watch is a timeless and versatile timepiece that combines exceptional functionality with Rolex's renowned c...
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Ref 5500 Oyster Precision Air King Automatic 1970s Swiss RA475B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Ref. 5500 Oyster "Air-King" Precision automatic, c.1972, in excellent running condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed ...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch 6916
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Lady-Datejust Oyster Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 6916. Automatic self-winding movement. 18K yellow gold oyster case 26.0 mm in diameter. Rolex logo on the crown. Diam...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 44mm Ref 11660 Watch With Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 116660, featuring a bold 44mm stainless steel case and an ultra-thick 17.7mm profile, engineered for extreme underwater performance. Complete with the ori...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Manual Wind Vintage RJC187S
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's iconic Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1968, unpolished, all original, in excellent working and aesthetic condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed, untouched black dial, applied indice hour markers, gilt minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand, date display at the 3 position, hands and dial in excellent, vintage condition, minor patinas and discoloration due to age. Acrylic crystal. Original Rolex crown. Smooth bezel on stainless steel case measuring 34mm, case in excellent condition. 17-jeweled Rolex cal...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Oyster Precision 5500 Air King 34m Automatic 1970s Vintage RA505B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic in stunning blue, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Precision Ref.5500 "Air King" blue textured dial automatic, c.1979, in...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust 31 Chocolate VI Diamond Dial Fluted Bezel Rose Gold Watch 178271
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Stainless steel case with stainless steel and 18kt rose gold bracelet. Fluted 18kt rose gold bezel. Chocolate dial with rose-gold tone hands and VI Diamond numeral hour markers. Minu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Gem-Set Daytona El Primero
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
Highly coveted and exceptionally rare, this Rolex Daytona Cosmograph "El Primero" is a masterpiece of horology and one of the most significant timepieces currently available. Crafted...
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Bvlgari Gold 2 Coil Tubogas Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a black lacquered dial.
Signed by Bvlgari
Circa 1980s
Model #BB 19 1T
19mm face
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Custom Finished Red Dial Late 1960'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: 1960's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm x Diamete...
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 31mm White Dial Steel 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Jubilee Watch 68273
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust Midsize White Dial Steel Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 68273. Certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel oyster case 31 mm in diameter. Rolex lo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Orange Dial 1960s
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
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm x...
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona MINT Rose Black Dial Box Papers and Service Card
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex
MODEL: Daytona
REFERENCE: 116505
SIZE: 40mm
CASE: 18k Rose Gold
DIAL: Black
BEZEL: 18k Rose Gold
BAND: 18k Rose Gold
MOVEMENT: Automatic
Very Good condition
Box & Card
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Explorer II White Dial GMT Stainless Steel Automatic Mens Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. Full 12 links. Box and papers.
General Information
Brand: Rolex
Model: Explorer II
Model Number: 216570
Type: Wristwatch
Department: Men
Style: Luxury
Cou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Day Date President 118239 36mm White Roman Dial 18K White Gold Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 118239
Serial: P47****
Year: 2001
Model: Rolex Day-Date President
Case Material: 18K White Gold
Band: 18K White Gold
Bezel: 18K White Gold
...
Category
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Antique, Vintage and Luxury Wristwatches for Sale on 1stDibs
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.
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