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Wrist Watches For Sale
Creator: Rolex
Creator: Patek Philippe
Rolex Steel Oyster Lipton Wristwatch from 1944
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Lipton METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1944 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm x Diameter 29mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Font DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Arabic Numerals / Original Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Lizard 15mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This standard caliber Rolex...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex 1960s Oysterdate Precision 6694 Steel Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Oysterdate Precision Reference 6694 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece Oyster Case, 17 Jewel Caliber 1225 Manual wind movement, ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

18k Patek Philippe Calatrava Wrist Watch
Located in Sarasota, FL
18k White gold Patek Philippe Calatrava #3919G-001. With original inner and outer boxes, all books and certificates
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2010s European Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Rolex 18238 President Day Date Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 18238 Serial: E374*** Year: 1990 Model: President Day Date Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Champagne ...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 16233 Black Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16233 Serial: E396*** Year: 1990 Model: Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold ...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Ladies Rolex 18k Presidential Bracelet Watch Solid Gold Diamond Dial ref 69178
Located in Richmond, CA
An elegant ladies Rolex with factory diamond dial in solid 18k yellow gold with a solid 18k yellow gold presidential bracelet, hidden clasp...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold

Rolex Ladies Watch 26mm Datejust Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 6917
Located in London, GB
Rolex 26mm Datejust 18kt Gold Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 6917 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished and added diamonds on the bezel and dial. It has no visible scratches or blemishes. Period Cira 1970s Model Oyster Perpetual Datejust. 6917 Metal 18K yellow gold Diameter 26mm Movement Automatic Gemstones Custom diamond diamond and diamond bezel...
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Classic Indexed Bezel, circa 1960's
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 Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex 2-Tone Stainless Steel Datejust Brown Roman Numerals Automatic Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 2-tone Stainless Steel Datejust Brown Roman Numerals Automatic Wristwatch SKU: WA00002 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Rolex Model: ROLEX Two tone Datejust Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Automatic Year of Manufacture: 1982-02 Condition: In excellent condition and Preowned Gently Used. CASE DETAILS Case Shape: Round Case Diameter (mm): 36 Bezel Type: Brown Roman Numeral Water Resistant Depth (m): NA BRACELET DETAILS Band Type: 18k / Stainless Steel Bracelet Type: Genuine Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Bracelet With a Genuine Folding Stainless Steel Clasp with Engraved Rolex...
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20th Century Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Men's Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Men's Rolex submariner stainless steel, oyster band wristwatch. 8.75 Inches. model 16610 circa 1994. Length: 47.27mm Width: 40mm Band width at case: 20mm Case thickness: 12.56mm C...
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Pink MOP Rainbow Dial Ruby / Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Pink Mother of Pearl Rainbow Dial (This di...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Two Tone Datejust Mother Of Pearl with Diamonds Womens Watch
Located in New York, NY
Womens Rolex- Datejust Date: 1979 26 mm Preowned Reference: 6916 18kt yellow and stainless steel Mother of Pearl with Diamonds Dial
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Steel 1.20 Carat Custom Diamond Green Dial Men Watch 16014
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. 1.0 Cttw Custom Diamond Bezel and 0.20 Cttw Custom Green Diamond Dial. The original Box and Papers are not included. Comes with a Chronostore presentation box and an auth...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Art Deco Ladies Diamond Rolex Cocktail Watch in 18ct White Gold
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
An original 1920s fine quality ladies ‘cocktail’ wristwatch by Rolex in 18ct white gold case and the guilloche enamelled face surrounded by diamonds.
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Two-tone 36mm Estate Watch - 6305
Located in Miami, FL
Experience timeless elegance with this stunning Rolex Datejust 36mm Estate Watch. Adorned with a white dial, two-tone bracelet, and circa 1950's. Model # 6305 & serial # 940770, this...
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1950s Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 41mm 126301 Rose Gold and Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 41mm 126301 Rose Gold and Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out Watch Arabic Script Dial This watch comes with a LIFETIME diamond replace...
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2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Tiffany Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 3...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial 42mm 216570 Stainless Steel Mens Watch
Located in New York, NY
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and does not have any visible scratches or blemishes. It is a genuine Rolex which has been inspected to verify authenticity. Sa...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Mens Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Jubilee Diamond Dial & Bezel Ref 116244
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 36mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Excellent Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 116244 Model - Datejust Di...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Steel

Rolex OysterQuartz Day-Date 36mm 18k Yellow Gold Mens Watch Silver Dial 19018
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Oyster Quartz Day-Date 36mm Watch Head Pre-owned w/ Original Box 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Great Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 19018 Model - Day-...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

1984 Rolex Sea Dweller 16660 Black Dial Stainless Steel Box Service Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16660 Serial: 8409*** Model: Sea Dweller Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Black Dial: Black Face: Sapphire Crys...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18K Gold Ceramic Steel Black Dial Men Watch 116519LN
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. 2022 card. Comes with the original box and papers. Brand and Model Brand: Rolex Model: Cosmograph Daytona Model Number: 116519LN Design and Style Style: Luxury Watch Shape: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Cellini Cestello 18k White Gold MOP Diamond Dial Unisex Watch 5320
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. The watch was manufactured in 1999 The band shows heavy signs of wear. Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Cellini Cestello Model Number: 5320 Type: Wristwatch Department: Unisex...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

1997 Rolex Yacht Master 29MM 69623 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Diameter: 29.00 mm Weight: 72.30 Grams Ladies 18K yellow gold and stainless steel ROLEX Swiss made watc...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage 1996 Rolex Air King 34MM 14000 Silver Stick Dial Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Unisex Metal Type: Stainless Steel Diameter: 34.00 mm Weight: 90.63 Grams Stainless steel ROLEX Swiss made watch with original box. The metal was tested and...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel

1973 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34MM 6694 Black Onyx Dial Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Unisex Metal Type: Stainless Steel Diameter: 34.00 mm Weight: 78.60 Grams Stainless steel ROLEX Swiss made watch. The "Rolex" trademark (or hallmark) can al...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

1973 Rolex Ladies Datejust 26MM 6917 White Roman Dial Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Ladies Metal Type: Stainless Steel Diameter: 26.00 mm Weight: 47.62 Grams Ladies stainless steel ROLEX Swiss made watch. The "Rolex" trademark (or hallmark)...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust 69173 Silver Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel Box Papers
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 69173 Serial: W121*** Year: 1995 Model: Ladies Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow G...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex 118235 President Day Date Tahitian MOP Dial 18K Rose Gold Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 118235 Serial: Z239*** Year: 2007 Model: President Day Date Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: 18K Rose Gold Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Or...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Air-King 34mm Grey Dial Stainless Steel Oyster Watch 14010 Circa 1991
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Air-King 34mm Grey Dial Stainless Steel Oyster Watch 14010 Circa 1991 This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are ab...
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1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady-Datejust Watch Automatic White Dial 26MM 18K Yellow Gold Steel 79173
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Authenticity Certificate by GIA GG/AJP and Rolex Tag Condition: Excellent Brand: Rolex Model: Lady-Datejust Reference Number: 79173 Circa 2002 Movement: Automatic F...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Cellini Prince 18k Rose Gold Men's Watch 5442
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Cellini Prince 18k Rose Gold Men's Watch 5442 - Manual winding, 21 jewels, sapphire crystal. 18k rose gold case. Black dial with textured rose accents and stick hour markers an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust Men's 2-Tone Watch Blue Vignette Dial 16233
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's 2-Tone Watch Blue Vignette Dial 16233 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel with 18k yellow gold fluted bezel (36mm diamet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Watch Blue Index Dial Diamonds Mens Jubilee Band 126300
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Watch Blue Index Dial Diamond Bezel Mens Jubilee Band 126300 Unworn piece. Due to custom bezel sale comes with a Rolex box, Appraisal Certificate, In-house M...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Watch Black Index Dial Diamonds Mens Jubilee Band 126300
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Watch Black Index Dial Diamond Bezel Mens Jubilee Band 126300 Unworn piece. Due to custom bezel sale comes with a Rolex box, Appraisal Certificate, In-house ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona White Gold 40mm Blue Dial 116509 Complete 2020
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona White Gold 40mm Blue Dial 116509 Complete 2018 This rare discontinued 18kt white gold Cosmograph Daytona ref. 116509 with highly attractive blue dial, is on...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Datejust 28 Dark Grey Diamond Stainless Steel Jubilee 279160 Unworn
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Rolex Datejust 28 wristwatch is a true masterpiece of Swiss craftsmanship and luxury design. With a sleek, stainless steel case and jubilee bracelet, this timepiece bo...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ladies Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ladies vintage Rolex yellow gold wristwatch, circa 1950s. The Ladies Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold Wristwatch, Circa 1950s is rare and highly collectable. With its engine turned bezel ...
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1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Submariner Non-Date 114060
Located in London, GB
A 40mm Submariner Non-Date by Rolex in stainless steel. Features a black dial complemented by a black ceramic unidirectional rotatable bezel with 60 minute graduations in platinum. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 28 Dark Grey Diamond Stainless Steel Jubilee 279160 New 2022
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Rolex Datejust 28 wristwatch is a true masterpiece of Swiss craftsmanship and luxury design. With a sleek, stainless steel case and jubilee bracelet, this timepiece bo...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Finished Tiffany Blue Dial, 1970s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k White Gold Men's Watch Olive Green DIAL 228239
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Daydate 40mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Excellent Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch Silver Motif DIAL 228238
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Day-Date 40mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Excellent Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 228238 Model - Day-Date Di...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch Gold Diamond DIAL 218238
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Daydate 40mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Excellent Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex DAY-DATE 36mm 18K Yellow Gold President Men's Gold Dial Watch Ref: 18238
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex DAY-DATE 36mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Great Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 18238 Model - Day-Date Dial Co...
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1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 16200 Silver Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper 2005
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16200 Serial: F434*** Year: 2005 Model: Datejust Case Material: Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Silver Face: Sapphire Crystal C...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel 18K White Gold White Dial Men Automatic Watch 126334
Located in New York, NY
New watch. 2023 card. Comes with the original box and papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 126334 Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Style: Luxury Vintage: No Coun...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex 16234 Datejust Silver Dial Stainless Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16234 Serial: R555*** Year: 1987 Model: Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K White Gold Dial: Silver Face: Sapphire Crystal...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Royalite Watch 2280 Circa 1939
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Rolex Royalite Watch 2280 Circa 1939 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being offe...
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1930s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Calatrava 18k yellow gold Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3802J
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe Calatrava in 18k yellow gold on a black alligator strap with an 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe tang buckle. Automatic 29 jewel movement w/ sweep seconds and date. 33 m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 16613 Submariner Blue Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless 2006 Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16613 Serial: D571*** Year: 2006 Model: Submariner Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: Blue Dial: Blue Face...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

2023 Rolex Sky Dweller Oysterflex 326235 Rhodium Dial 18K Rose Gold Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 326235 Serial: V0464*** Year: 2022 Model: Sky Dweller Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: Black Rubber Strap Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Rhodium Face: S...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Cellini Classic 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch 5115
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Cellini Classic 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch 5115 - Manual winding. 18k yellow gold case (32 mm). Mother of Pearl jubilee dial with Arabic numerals. Brown strap band with 18k y...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Submariner Date 41mm 126610LN
Located in London, GB
An unworn 41mm Submariner Date in Oystersteel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial, complemented by a black ceramic unidirectional rotatable bezel with 60-minute graduations coated in pl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex 16613 Submariner Blue Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel 2005
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16613 Serial: D017*** Year: 2005 Model: Submariner Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: Blue Dial: Blue Face:...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Rose Gold Sundust Index Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126331
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. 2022 card. Comes with the original box and papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 126331 Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Style: Luxury Vintage: No Country...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Black Index Dial Mens Watch Jubilee Band 126300
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Black Index Dial Mens Watch Jubilee Band 126300 This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and does not have any visible scratches or blemishes. ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

1940s Rolex Unisex Square Manual Wristwatch
Located in London, GB
This is a 1940s 18ct rose gold unisex Rolex watch. The dial is a cream colour with gold hands and gold hour indices. The strap is brown leather strap with a gold buckle. The watch fe...
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1940s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique, New and Vintage Wristwatches

Antique, new and vintage 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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