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Rolex Bubbleback 1949 Steel and Gold Wrist Watch
Rolex Bubbleback 1949 Steel and Gold Wrist Watch

Rolex Bubbleback 1949 Steel and Gold Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1949 Rolex Bubbleback Referance 5015, 32 M.M Stainless Steel 3 Piece case with Yellow Gold Engine turned Bezel and Gold Rolex Crown, Caliber 630 automatic, self winding movemen...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

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

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

By Rolex

Located in Canterbury, England

We date production to c.1949 given the 69 **** serial number. A new quality leather strap is fitted with generic tang buckle.

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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Classic "Bubble Back" with Original Dial and Ladder Bracelet, 1949
Rolex Steel Classic "Bubble Back" with Original Dial and Ladder Bracelet, 1949

Rolex Steel Classic "Bubble Back" with Original Dial and Ladder Bracelet, 1949

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back / Reference 5015 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1949 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Diameter 3...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Vintage ROLEX Oyster Watch. Rolex ref 4365. 1940s Gold Capped Mens Rolex watch.
Vintage ROLEX Oyster Watch. Rolex ref 4365. 1940s Gold Capped Mens Rolex watch.

Vintage ROLEX Oyster Watch. Rolex ref 4365. 1940s Gold Capped Mens Rolex watch.

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Vintage Rolex Oyster Mens Watch Just underwent Full Service - Ready To Go Stainless Steel Case that is Gold Filled Capped ref.4365 Circa 1946 Condition: Windup Movement. Runs we...

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Vintage 1940s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Pocket Watch. Antique Rolex Precision Lever 7 World's Records
Rolex Pocket Watch. Antique Rolex Precision Lever 7 World's Records

Rolex Pocket Watch. Antique Rolex Precision Lever 7 World's Records

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Antique Rolex Pocket Watch. Precision Lever 7 World's Records Circa 1940s Ref 408 Please refer to pictures to see the movement. Condition: Winds up and ticks. Second hand moves s...

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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Pocket Watch. Antique Rolex Watch Co Railway Working Pocket Watch
Rolex Pocket Watch. Antique Rolex Watch Co Railway Working Pocket Watch

Rolex Pocket Watch. Antique Rolex Watch Co Railway Working Pocket Watch

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Antique Rolex Pocket Watch. Rolex Watch Co Railway Please refer to pictures to see the movement. Condition: Just Serviced. Cleaned and Oiled. Winds up and ticks. Second hand moves...

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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Watch. ROLEX Oyster SPEEDKING 4302 SS and 9k Bezel. 29mm
Vintage Rolex Watch. ROLEX Oyster SPEEDKING 4302 SS and 9k Bezel. 29mm

Vintage Rolex Watch. ROLEX Oyster SPEEDKING 4302 SS and 9k Bezel. 29mm

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Rolex Oyster SpeedKing 4302 9k Yellow Gold Bezel and Stainless Steel Case. Manual Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1946 Beautiful Watch. New Genuine Leather band. 29mm round c...

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Vintage 1940s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 14Kt. Rare "Bubble Back" with Original Dial and Rolex Signed Bracelet 1948
Rolex 14Kt. Rare "Bubble Back" with Original Dial and Rolex Signed Bracelet 1948

Rolex 14Kt. Rare "Bubble Back" with Original Dial and Rolex Signed Bracelet 1948

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual "Bubble Back" / Reference 5011 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1948 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Lengt...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Genuine 18k Rolex Precision Watch. 18k YG Ladies 9127 Dainty 1940s Ladies Rolex
Genuine 18k Rolex Precision Watch. 18k YG Ladies 9127 Dainty 1940s Ladies Rolex

Genuine 18k Rolex Precision Watch. 18k YG Ladies 9127 Dainty 1940s Ladies Rolex

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

18k Yellow Gold Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1941 Dainty 16mm Case. Rolex Movement Ref. 9127. Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism.  Case is 1...

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Vintage 1940s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Precision 4417 Tear Drop Lugs
Rolex Precision 4417 Tear Drop Lugs

Rolex Precision 4417 Tear Drop Lugs

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

This vintage Rolex Precision ref. 4417, is a standout vintage timepiece, featuring a stainless steel case with elegant 'Tear Drop' lugs. Its original silver dial, with Roman numerals...

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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 2 Tone Ladies Dress Watch
Rolex 2 Tone Ladies Dress Watch

Rolex 2 Tone Ladies Dress Watch

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 4575 METAL / MATERIAL: Two Tone Steel & Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Bubbleback 1946 Steel Automatic Wrist Watch
Rolex Bubbleback 1946 Steel Automatic Wrist Watch

Rolex Bubbleback 1946 Steel Automatic Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1946 Rolex Reference 3130 "Bubbleback" 31 M.M Stainless Steel 2 piece Oyster case, caliber 630, 17 jewel Automatic Self winding movement, Quality Redone as original Black dial ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Vintage Oyster Precision Herringbone Quadrant Dial 6422
Rolex Vintage Oyster Precision Herringbone Quadrant Dial 6422

Rolex Vintage Oyster Precision Herringbone Quadrant Dial 6422

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A vintage Rolex Oyster Precision Men’s Wristwatch reference 6422, which dates circa 1944, featuring a rare herringbone quadrant dial with applied dagger indexes and Arabic numbers at...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1940's Rolex Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - Platinum & Diamonds
1940's Rolex Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - Platinum & Diamonds

1940's Rolex Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - Platinum & Diamonds

By Rolex

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Stainless Steel Original Dial Bubble Back circa 1940s
Rolex Stainless Steel Original Dial Bubble Back circa 1940s

Rolex Stainless Steel Original Dial Bubble Back circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: "Bubble Back" / Oyster Perpetual METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel / Yellow Gold Bezel DIMENSIONS: Length 39mm X Diameter 33...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Rolex Rare 1942 Bubble Back Ladies Steel Automatic Wristwatch
Rolex Rare 1942 Bubble Back Ladies Steel Automatic Wristwatch

Rolex Rare 1942 Bubble Back Ladies Steel Automatic Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1942 Rolex Ladies Reference 3869 Bubble Back Wrist Watch, 24 M.M. Stainless Steel 2 Piece Oyster case, original and unpolished, original Oyster Crown. Automatic, self winding ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Rose Gold and Steel Bubble Back with RareThunderbird Bezel
Rolex Rose Gold and Steel Bubble Back with RareThunderbird Bezel

Rolex Rose Gold and Steel Bubble Back with RareThunderbird Bezel

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel & Solid Rose Gold Thunderbird Bezel DIMENSIONS: Length 40mm X Diameter 32mm CI...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubble Back Rare Roman Dial Perpetual Wind Watch
Rolex Stainless Steel Bubble Back Rare Roman Dial Perpetual Wind Watch

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubble Back Rare Roman Dial Perpetual Wind Watch

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 40mm X Diameter 32mm CIRCA: 1940's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perp...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

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

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

By Rolex

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

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

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Raleigh with Original Patinated Dial 1930's Oyster
Rolex Steel Oyster Raleigh with Original Patinated Dial 1930's Oyster

Rolex Steel Oyster Raleigh with Original Patinated Dial 1930's Oyster

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Tudor STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Raleigh / Reference 4220 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1941 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm X Diameter 29mm M...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Oyster with Rare Original Dial from 1946
Rolex Steel Oyster with Rare Original Dial from 1946

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...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Precision 12325 Gold Manual Wind Sub Dial On Leather Watch
Vintage Rolex Precision 12325 Gold Manual Wind Sub Dial On Leather Watch

Vintage Rolex Precision 12325 Gold Manual Wind Sub Dial On Leather Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Rolex Precision 12325 manual-wind watch in yellow gold featuring calibre 710 movement with off-white dial and subsidiary seconds. Black leather aftermarket strap, unsigned cr...

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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Vintage 1940s Bubbleback Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14k Gold 32mm Watch Ref. 3372
Vintage 1940s Bubbleback Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14k Gold 32mm Watch Ref. 3372

Vintage 1940s Bubbleback Rolex Oyster Perpetual 14k Gold 32mm Watch Ref. 3372

By Rolex

Located in Montclair, NJ

Watchmaker: Rolex Movement: Swiss Made - Automatic - Self Winding Case Material: Solid 14k Rosy Yellow Gold Weight: 48.1 Grams (case and strap) Case Size (Diameter): 32mm (not includ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

1947 Rolex Oyster Bubbleback “Elegante” Gold-Plated Wristwatch w California Dial
1947 Rolex Oyster Bubbleback “Elegante” Gold-Plated Wristwatch w California Dial

1947 Rolex Oyster Bubbleback “Elegante” Gold-Plated Wristwatch w California Dial

By Rolex

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This vintage 32mm Rolex Oyster “Elegante” wristwatch showcases timeless sophistication with its classic gold-plated case and matching oyster rivet bracelet. Also known as a "Bubbleba...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Modernist Watch circa 1948 with High Grade Movement
Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Modernist Watch circa 1948 with High Grade Movement

Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Modernist Watch circa 1948 with High Grade Movement

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Moderist / Reference 8143 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold & Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1948 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm "Lug ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Platinum

Rolex Stainless Steel Speedking with Original Dial and Hands from 1947
Rolex Stainless Steel Speedking with Original Dial and Hands from 1947

Rolex Stainless Steel Speedking with Original Dial and Hands from 1947

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Speedking / Reference 4220 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1947 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X Diameter 35m...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Rolex 14Kt. Oyster Perpetual Rare "Bubble Back" with Factory Original Dial 1948
Rolex 14Kt. Oyster Perpetual Rare "Bubble Back" with Factory Original Dial 1948

Rolex 14Kt. Oyster Perpetual Rare "Bubble Back" with Factory Original Dial 1948

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual "Bubble Back" / Reference 5011 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1948 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Lengt...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

1943 Rolex Very Rare Lund & Blockley Oyster Aqua Vintage Mens Midsize World War
1943 Rolex Very Rare Lund & Blockley Oyster Aqua Vintage Mens Midsize World War

1943 Rolex Very Rare Lund & Blockley Oyster Aqua Vintage Mens Midsize World War

By Rolex

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 3372 Chronometre Rose Gold SS Men 1940s 32mm Automatic Bubbleback RA750B
Rolex 3372 Chronometre Rose Gold SS Men 1940s 32mm Automatic Bubbleback RA750B

Rolex 3372 Chronometre Rose Gold SS Men 1940s 32mm Automatic Bubbleback RA750B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare and historic Rolex Perpetual Ref.3372 with solid rose gold bezel, c.1947, unrestored dial, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Ro...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ref 5030 Datejust 18k Gold Mens 1940s 36mm Rare Vintage Automatic RA700B
Rolex Ref 5030 Datejust 18k Gold Mens 1940s 36mm Rare Vintage Automatic RA700B

Rolex Ref 5030 Datejust 18k Gold Mens 1940s 36mm Rare Vintage Automatic RA700B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare historical piece, 1Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust ref 5030 "Ovettone" 18k solid god Big Bubble automatic, c.1940s, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a maste...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Gold Top Tropical Series Steel Back Early Ladies Perpetual from 1947
Rolex Gold Top Tropical Series Steel Back Early Ladies Perpetual from 1947

Rolex Gold Top Tropical Series Steel Back Early Ladies Perpetual from 1947

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Ladies Bubble Back / Tropical Series METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Top with Steel Back CIRCA / YEAR: 1947 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Lengt...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel "Bubble Back' with Original Dial from 1946 or 47
Rolex Stainless Steel "Bubble Back' with Original Dial from 1946 or 47

Rolex Stainless Steel "Bubble Back' with Original Dial from 1946 or 47

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back / Reference 3372 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1946 / 47 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diamet...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Royal Vintage Rose Gold and Steel Manual Wind Mid Size Wrist Watch
Rolex Oyster Royal Vintage Rose Gold and Steel Manual Wind Mid Size Wrist Watch

Rolex Oyster Royal Vintage Rose Gold and Steel Manual Wind Mid Size Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1940 Rolex Reference 4302 Oyster Royal Wrist Watch, 29 M.M. 3 Piece Stainless steel case with Oyster Water Resistant back and a Rose Gold bezel, 17 jewel mechanical, manual win...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex Steel Early Speedking with Original Dial from 1941 or 1942
Rolex Steel Early Speedking with Original Dial from 1941 or 1942

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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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 5015 Oyster Perpetual 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690B
Rolex 5015 Oyster Perpetual 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690B

Rolex 5015 Oyster Perpetual 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare, timeless classic Rolex 14k gold and stainless steel Oyster Perpetual 5015 Bubble Back Automatic, c.1940s, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchma...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex perpetual 3372 Rose Gold SS Men Rare 1940s 32mm Bubbleback Automatic RA750
Rolex perpetual 3372 Rose Gold SS Men Rare 1940s 32mm Bubbleback Automatic RA750

Rolex perpetual 3372 Rose Gold SS Men Rare 1940s 32mm Bubbleback Automatic RA750

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare and historic Rolex Perpetual Ref.3372 with solid rose gold bezel, c.1947, unrestored dial, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Ro...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5015 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5015 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5015 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare, timeless classic Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref 5015 Bubble Back Automatic with 14k solid gold bezel, c.1940s, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchm...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel and 14Kt. Gold Ladies Art Deco Cord Watch from 1945 / 46
Rolex Steel and 14Kt. Gold Ladies Art Deco Cord Watch from 1945 / 46

Rolex Steel and 14Kt. Gold Ladies Art Deco Cord Watch from 1945 / 46

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Two Tone METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel / 14Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1945 or 46 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 33mm...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel and Rose Gold "Bubble Back" with Rare Original Dial from 1942
Rolex Steel and Rose Gold "Bubble Back" with Rare Original Dial from 1942

Rolex Steel and Rose Gold "Bubble Back" with Rare Original Dial from 1942

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back / Reference 2940 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel / 14Kt. Solid Pink Gold Bezel CIRCA / YEAR: 1942 DIMENSIONS / S...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Ref 5030 18k Gold Mens 36mm 1940s Big Bubble Automatic Rare RA700
Rolex Oyster Ref 5030 18k Gold Mens 36mm 1940s Big Bubble Automatic Rare RA700

Rolex Oyster Ref 5030 18k Gold Mens 36mm 1940s Big Bubble Automatic Rare RA700

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare, timeless treasure 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust ref 5030 Big Bubble automatic, c.1940s, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmak...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex perpetual 4134 18k Rose Gold Rare Mens Jumbo 37mm Automatic 1940s RA691
Rolex perpetual 4134 18k Rose Gold Rare Mens Jumbo 37mm Automatic 1940s RA691

Rolex perpetual 4134 18k Rose Gold Rare Mens Jumbo 37mm Automatic 1940s RA691

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare, vintage classic Rolex Perpetual Ref.4134 in luxurious solid 18k rose gold, c.1945, unrestored dial, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. G...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Precision Ref 4431 18k Rose Gold Mens 1940s 33mm Manual Wind RA689
Rolex Precision Ref 4431 18k Rose Gold Mens 1940s 33mm Manual Wind RA689

Rolex Precision Ref 4431 18k Rose Gold Mens 1940s 33mm Manual Wind RA689

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare, timeless treasure 18k solid rose gold Rolex Precision ref 4431 fancy lugs manual wind dress watch, c.1946, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchm...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex 18kt. Rose Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Original Dial and Hardware 1940
Rolex 18kt. Rose Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Original Dial and Hardware 1940

Rolex 18kt. Rose Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Original Dial and Hardware 1940

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 33mm X Width 16mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Two Steel and Rose Gold with Original Dial and Ladder Bracelet from 1942
Rolex Two Steel and Rose Gold with Original Dial and Ladder Bracelet from 1942

Rolex Two Steel and Rose Gold with Original Dial and Ladder Bracelet from 1942

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back / Reference 2940 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel and 14k Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1942 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Lengt...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Ladies Art Deco Rare 14Kt Two-Tone Gold Bracelet Watch, circa 1940's
Rolex Ladies Art Deco Rare 14Kt Two-Tone Gold Bracelet Watch, circa 1940's

Rolex Ladies Art Deco Rare 14Kt Two-Tone Gold Bracelet Watch, circa 1940's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 3285 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Two-Tone Yellow & Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 25mm Len...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 18Kt. Solid Rose Gold with Original Cord Band and Hardware circa 1940's
Rolex 18Kt. Solid Rose Gold with Original Cord Band and Hardware circa 1940's

Rolex 18Kt. Solid Rose Gold with Original Cord Band and Hardware circa 1940's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolexl Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 4554 METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 17mm ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Vintage Spoon from Bucherer of Switzerland Souvenir Geneve Silver Plate
Rolex Vintage Spoon from Bucherer of Switzerland Souvenir Geneve Silver Plate

Rolex Vintage Spoon from Bucherer of Switzerland Souvenir Geneve Silver Plate

By Bucherer

Located in Dearborn, MI

Rolex Vintage Spoon from Bucherer of Switzerland Souvenir Geneve Silver Plate Genuine Vintage Rolex Souvenir Spoon From Bucherer of Switzerland Intended to serve as a keepsake o...

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Vintage 1940s Retro Flatware and Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Tudor Watch Company by Rolex Nickel Cushion Shaped Watch circa 1940's
Tudor Watch Company by Rolex Nickel Cushion Shaped Watch circa 1940's

Tudor Watch Company by Rolex Nickel Cushion Shaped Watch circa 1940's

By Tudor

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Tudor Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Nickel DIMENSIONS: Length 31 mm X Width 29 mm CIRCA: 1940's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Wind...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Rolex Bubble Back 31mm 2940
Rolex Bubble Back 31mm 2940

Rolex Bubble Back 31mm 2940

By Rolex

Located in Surfside, FL

This Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback, circa 1944, is a remarkable vintage piece, complete with its original untouched dial, maintaining its genuine and authentic appearance. The wat...

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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Precision Steel Wristwatch, c1945
Rolex Precision Steel Wristwatch, c1945

Rolex Precision Steel Wristwatch, c1945

Unavailable

H 0.36 in W 1.66 in Dm 1.34 in

Rolex Precision Steel Wristwatch, c1945

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Vintage Rolex Precision wristwatch dated Circa 1945. Snap back Stainless Steel case with tapered, teardrop, overlaid fancy lugs. Rolex, 17-Rubies (Jewels) precision lever escapemen...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oversize Salmon Dial
Rolex Oversize Salmon Dial

Rolex Oversize Salmon Dial

Unavailable

Dm 1.46 in

Rolex Oversize Salmon Dial

By Rolex

Located in Milan, IT

Ref. 742 Case: 37mm Circular case in stainless steel slim case and applied "eagle beak" lugs, snap on back and crown. Snap on back. Dial: salmon dial with black graphics, enamel bl...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Decò Stainless Steel
Rolex Decò Stainless Steel

Rolex Decò Stainless Steel

Unavailable

Dm 1.38 in

Rolex Decò Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in Milan, IT

Ref. 4498 Case: 35mm Circular case in stainless steel slim case and curvex applied lugs, snap on back and crown. Snap on back. Dial: argentè with a special mirrored Roman indexes, ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate 6494, Case, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Oysterdate 6494, Case, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Oysterdate 6494, Case, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oysterdate Reference #:6494. Rolex Oysterdate Vintage Unpolished 6494 Men Hand Wind Watch Tropical Dial 34mm. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by W...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex Bubbleback Stainless Steel Watch, 1945
Vintage Rolex Bubbleback Stainless Steel Watch, 1945

Vintage Rolex Bubbleback Stainless Steel Watch, 1945

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1945 Vintage Rolex Bubbleback Ref. 2940 Stainless Steel watch with Original Silver Dial with Luminous Arabic 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12 Numbers with Alternating Luminous Bar Markers. Cas...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Perpetual Datejust 36 Custom Red Vignette
Rolex Perpetual Datejust 36 Custom Red Vignette

Rolex Perpetual Datejust 36 Custom Red Vignette

By Rolex

Located in Bradford, Ontario

Oyster perpetual datejust 36 in oysterseel and yellow gold features a golden, fluted-motif dial and jubilee bracelet with a custom red vignette face. DETAILS Length: 8" long Case t...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex OysterDate 6094 Very Rare Dagger Dial Men's Watch
Rolex OysterDate 6094 Very Rare Dagger Dial Men's Watch

Rolex OysterDate 6094 Very Rare Dagger Dial Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex OysterDate 6094 Very Rare Dagger Dial Men's Watch 34mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel. Very rare grey dagger dial with Gold hands and hour markers. Date display at the...

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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Rolex Rose Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 3484
Rolex Rose Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 3484

Rolex Rose Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 3484

By Rolex

Located in Milano, IT

Unusual and very rare 18 Kt. pink gold circular case,a square shape button chronograph snap on back in very good conditions wristwatch. Produced for the '40 in a few examples with b...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Rose Gold Chronograph Piccolino Wristwatch Ref 3055
Rolex Rose Gold Chronograph Piccolino Wristwatch Ref 3055

Rolex Rose Gold Chronograph Piccolino Wristwatch Ref 3055

By Rolex

Located in Milano, IT

Unusual and very rarely produced, in a few samples. Rolex chronograph 18 KT rose gold with the square buttons and circular case 30 mm. Original black dial with applied gold indexe...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Vintage Rolex Chronometer Rectangular-Shaped 14 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 1945
Vintage Rolex Chronometer Rectangular-Shaped 14 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 1945

Vintage Rolex Chronometer Rectangular-Shaped 14 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 1945

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1945 Vintage Rolex Rare Ref. 4469 Rectangle 14k Yellow Gold watch with Silver Dial with Recessed Arabic 3, 9, and 12 with Elongated Beveled Triangles. 24mm x 38mm lug to lug (0.94 in...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold White Dial Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 2508
Rolex Yellow Gold White Dial Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 2508

Rolex Yellow Gold White Dial Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 2508

By Rolex

Located in Milano, IT

Unusual and stunning conditions 18 KT. yellow gold chronograph wristwatch. Produced in the '40 in a few examples with a beautiful white dial with applied gold indexes and battons ha...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2940 Bubble Back Vintage Patina Automatic Watch SS
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2940 Bubble Back Vintage Patina Automatic Watch SS

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2940 Bubble Back Vintage Patina Automatic Watch SS

Unavailable

W 0.71 in D 0.56 in Dm 1.26 in L 7.49 in

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2940 Bubble Back Vintage Patina Automatic Watch SS

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2940 Bubble Back Vintage Patina Automatic Watch SS 32mm

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Triple-Calendar Chronograph Dato-Compax Wristwatch Ref 6036
Rolex Yellow Gold Triple-Calendar Chronograph Dato-Compax Wristwatch Ref 6036

Rolex Yellow Gold Triple-Calendar Chronograph Dato-Compax Wristwatch Ref 6036

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

Brand: Rolex Reference: 6036 Model: "Jean Claude Killy" Triple-Calendar Chronograph Dato-Compax Case: 18k Yellow Gold Serial Number: 9440XX Circa: 1954 Dial: Two-Tone Silvered Case...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Explorer 6610 Oyster Perpetual Vintage Tropical Brown Dial Mens Watch
Rolex Explorer 6610 Oyster Perpetual Vintage Tropical Brown Dial Mens Watch

Rolex Explorer 6610 Oyster Perpetual Vintage Tropical Brown Dial Mens Watch

Unavailable

H 0.48 in W 0.71 in Dm 1.42 in L 7.76 in

Rolex Explorer 6610 Oyster Perpetual Vintage Tropical Brown Dial Mens Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Explorer 6610 Oyster Perpetual Vintage Tropical Brown Dial Mens Watch 36MM

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Wrist Watch "Moneta" Ref. 3540 Stainless Steel Case Two Tones Dial
Rolex Wrist Watch "Moneta" Ref. 3540 Stainless Steel Case Two Tones Dial

Rolex Wrist Watch "Moneta" Ref. 3540 Stainless Steel Case Two Tones Dial

By Rolex

Located in Milan, IT

This Rolex "moneta" is extremely rare and in excellent NOS conditions. A stainless steel 35 mm case, snap on back with an amazing two tone dial, black graphics, Arabic numeral indexe...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

1947 Vintage Rolex Speedking Stainless Steel with Rare Pink Gold Arabic Dial!
1947 Vintage Rolex Speedking Stainless Steel with Rare Pink Gold Arabic Dial!

1947 Vintage Rolex Speedking Stainless Steel with Rare Pink Gold Arabic Dial!

By Rolex

Located in Warrington, PA

In the 1930's, Rolex and Sir Malcolm Campbell (a record breaking racecar driver), became united for speed. On September 4th 1935, wearing a Rolex watch, this “king of speed” set a la...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Wrist Watch Perpetual Super Precision Ref. 4645 Rose Gold with Bracelet
Rolex Wrist Watch Perpetual Super Precision Ref. 4645 Rose Gold with Bracelet

Rolex Wrist Watch Perpetual Super Precision Ref. 4645 Rose Gold with Bracelet

By Rolex

Located in Milan, IT

Case: Squared shape, 30 mm in rose gold, snap on back, curved glass Dial: black, curved with applied indexes, little seconds at 6 'o clock Movement: self winding "Super Precision"...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Gallet 3 Registers Chronograph Valjoux 71, circa 1940s
Gallet 3 Registers Chronograph Valjoux 71, circa 1940s

Gallet 3 Registers Chronograph Valjoux 71, circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

A very pleasing original dial vintage Gallet 3 registers manual wind chronograph circa 1940’s. Featuring a 34mm diameter stainless steel heavy calatrava style case with elongated an...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Precision Gold Wristwatch c1947
Rolex Precision Gold Wristwatch c1947

Rolex Precision Gold Wristwatch c1947

Unavailable

H 1.66 in Dm 1.38 in

Rolex Precision Gold Wristwatch c1947

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Vintage Rolex Precision wristwatch with rare “Thunderbird” bezel dated Circa 1947. Snap back 18ct gold case with straight, tapered, curved lugs. Rare milled “Thunderbird” bezel with...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Post-War Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Rolex 9ct Gold Watch. c.1949
Vintage Rolex 9ct Gold Watch. c.1949

Vintage Rolex 9ct Gold Watch. c.1949

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

This beautiful watch comes on a blue leather strap. Designer: Rolex Age: 1949, Pre-owned Metal: 9ct Yellow Gold

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rolex 9ct Gold Watch. c.1949
Vintage Rolex 9ct Gold Watch. c.1949

Vintage Rolex 9ct Gold Watch. c.1949

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

This beautiful watch comes on a blue leather strap. Designer: Rolex Age: 1949, Pre-owned Metal: 9ct Yellow Gold

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Square “Ciccolatone” Automatic Wristwatch
Rolex Yellow Gold Square “Ciccolatone” Automatic Wristwatch

Rolex Yellow Gold Square “Ciccolatone” Automatic Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

An important Rolex dress watch from the 1940s in 18k yellow gold. The case measures 31mm wide without the winding crown, 38mm tall including the height added by the case lugs and 40m...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Bubble Back Wristwatch
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubble Back Wristwatch

Rolex Yellow Gold Bubble Back Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in South Pasadena, CA

Rolex Bubbleback 3131 14k yellow gold 32mm in exceptionally nice condition. From the 1940s. It has a lovely patina on the dial, the crystal is in very good condition. The case is not...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Rolex Oyster Athlete Stainless Steel
1940s Rolex Oyster Athlete Stainless Steel

1940s Rolex Oyster Athlete Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

The evolution of the Rolex sport watch is clear upon examination of this unique vintage wristwatch. Manual wind, with a thicker-than-average robust 32 millimeter case diameter, this ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

9ct Yellow Gold Oyster "Rolex Royal" by Rolex
9ct Yellow Gold Oyster "Rolex Royal" by Rolex

9ct Yellow Gold Oyster "Rolex Royal" by Rolex

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

9ct Yellow Gold Oyster Royal by Rolex - Extremely rare 9ct Yellow Gold & "Bowtie" Dial, Manual wind, "Rolex Oyster Royal," circa 1940

Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oversized Precision Bull's Eye Dial Wristwatch Ref 8029
Rolex Stainless Steel Oversized Precision Bull's Eye Dial Wristwatch Ref 8029

Rolex Stainless Steel Oversized Precision Bull's Eye Dial Wristwatch Ref 8029

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Beautiful, large and rare Rolex Precision (manual wind) ref. #8029 in stainless steel with a distinctive "bull's eye" dial. With an assertive case diameter of 37mm, this is among t...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Precision, circa 1940s
Rolex Precision, circa 1940s

Rolex Precision, circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in Princeton, NJ

Brand: Rolex Model: Precision Reference: n/a Year: 1940s Material: 18kt Yellow Gold Size: Less than 26mm Crystal: Top Hat style Acrylic Bracelet: 18kt Yellow Gold texture pressed links

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Stainless Steel 'Majestic' Oyster by Rolex
Stainless Steel 'Majestic' Oyster by Rolex

Stainless Steel 'Majestic' Oyster by Rolex

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Stainless Steel 'Majestic' Oyster by Rolex

Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch
Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Automatic winding. Stainless steel case with smooth bezel and bubble back (30mm diameter). Rose colored dial. Strap band.

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oversized "Cushion" Shape 1940's
Rolex Oversized "Cushion" Shape 1940's

Rolex Oversized "Cushion" Shape 1940's

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel Oversized Cushion Shape with Arabic Numeral Dial. ref #4547

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1940s Rolex Anti Magnetic Steel chronograph
1940s Rolex Anti Magnetic Steel chronograph

1940s Rolex Anti Magnetic Steel chronograph

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Steel cased, Tear Drop Lug Rolex Anti Magnetic chronograph, 2 register, 3 Piece Case, Cal. 23 Manual wind Nickel lever movement. Original Dial, triple signed case, Movement and dial....

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Chronograph Monopusher Wristwatch
Rolex Yellow Gold Chronograph Monopusher Wristwatch

Rolex Yellow Gold Chronograph Monopusher Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Vannes, FR

Rolex Chronograph Mono-Pusher Watch Yellow Gold, 18 Carat Precise time Dial with telemetric scale Totalizer dial of minutes at 12 am Matt black dial High-end chronograph movement : ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1940s Rolex Unisex Square Manual Wristwatch
1940s Rolex Unisex Square Manual Wristwatch

1940s Rolex Unisex Square Manual Wristwatch

By Rolex

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...

Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rare Rose Gold 1940's  Rolex Bubbleback
Rare Rose Gold 1940's  Rolex Bubbleback

Rare Rose Gold 1940's Rolex Bubbleback

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

18K Rose Gold 1940's Bubbleback by Rolex - Original Warranty Papers, Rare model in excellent condition, Recently serviced, circa 1940

Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

ROLEX Extremely Rare Early Black Dial Chronograph
ROLEX Extremely Rare Early Black Dial Chronograph

ROLEX Extremely Rare Early Black Dial Chronograph

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

A very early chronograph, desirable for its rarity and handsome design. Retailed by Erbe Basel in 1942, this watch is a wonderful find for all ROLEX and chronograph collectors.

Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Vintage Chronograph Stainless Steel 1940's
Rolex Vintage Chronograph Stainless Steel 1940's

Rolex Vintage Chronograph Stainless Steel 1940's

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Vintage Cosmograph Stainless Steel Rolex from 1930's with Rolex Service Papers. Rolex Service refinished this "Non Magnetic" Dial, Steel Blue Second's Hand. Ref # 3529. Typically wat...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Chronometer California Dial

By Rolex

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

ROLEX REF. 3458 BUBBLE BACK.STAINLESS STEEL BEAUTIFULL PATINA Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Chronometer, .Ref. #3458. Made in the 1940s.. Fine and rare, tonneau shaped, Self-winding, sta...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX Chronograph Gold Ref. 2811 'Anti-Magnetic'
ROLEX Chronograph Gold Ref. 2811 'Anti-Magnetic'

ROLEX Chronograph Gold Ref. 2811 'Anti-Magnetic'

By Rolex

Located in Firenze, IT

Rolex 18kt Gold, Ref. 2811 Rolex, Anti-Magnetique, case No. 41993, Ref. 2811. Made in the 1930s. Very fine and rare, anti-magnetic, 18K pink gold wristwatch, olive-shaped button chro...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

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ROLEX Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s
ROLEX Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s

ROLEX Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Rolex yellow gold Bubbleback wristwatch, Ref. 3131. 18k yellow gold, automatic movement. Original crown, excellent quality refinished California dial.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Royal Wristwatch circa 1945

Rolex Stainless Steel Royal Wristwatch circa 1945

By Rolex

Located in Firenze, IT

PLEASE NOTE: OUR PRICE IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF SHIPPING, IMPORTATION TAXES & DUTIES This is a very nice watch a vintage Rolex stainless steel Oyster Royal wristwatch, circa 1945. Th...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rare Rolex Oyster Chronograph Monoblocco / Barilotto 3525
Rare Rolex Oyster Chronograph Monoblocco / Barilotto 3525

Rare Rolex Oyster Chronograph Monoblocco / Barilotto 3525

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A rare and historically significant Rolex Oyster Chronograph, reference 3525 the very first chronograph to be housed within Rolex’s patented waterproof Oyster case, as earlier Rolex ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 3484
ROLEX Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 3484

ROLEX Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 3484

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Rolex, Ref. 3484, two-register chronograph in a 33 mm 18k yellow gold three-piece case. Manual-wind 17-jewel movement. Original dial with telemetre and tachometer rings.

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Watch 14k Gold 30mm
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Watch 14k Gold 30mm

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Watch 14k Gold 30mm

By Rolex

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Everyone needs a Rolex in their timepiece collection. Circa 1940s, this 30mm Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch features a round 14k gold case with a smooth finish polished bezel. Watch in...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Oyster Royal Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s
Rolex Oyster Royal Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s

Rolex Oyster Royal Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in Braintree, GB

Vintage mens Rolex Oyster Royal manual winding wristwatch, Circa.1940's Gender: Mens Vintage Model : Oyster Royal Case Diameter : 29 mm Movement: Manual Winding Watchband Material: ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Royal Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s
Rolex Oyster Royal Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s

Rolex Oyster Royal Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in Braintree, GB

Vintage mens Rolex Oyster Royal manual winding wristwatch, Circa 1940's Gender: Mens Vintage Model : Oyster Royal Case Diameter : 32 mm Movement: Manual Winding Watchband Material: ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rare Rose Gold 1940's  Bubbleback by Rolex
Rare Rose Gold 1940's  Bubbleback by Rolex

Rare Rose Gold 1940's Bubbleback by Rolex

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

18K Rose Gold 1940's Bubbleback by Rolex

Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Bubbleback 1946 Steel Self Winding Wrist Watch
Rolex Bubbleback 1946 Steel Self Winding Wrist Watch

Rolex Bubbleback 1946 Steel Self Winding Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1946 Rolex "Bubbleback" Wrist Watch, 32 M.M 2 piece Stainless Steel case, Automatic, self winding 17 Jewel Movement. Restored as original Black Dial with Luminous Half Roman an...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

1940's Oversized Men's Dress Wristwatch by Rolex
1940's Oversized Men's Dress Wristwatch by Rolex

1940's Oversized Men's Dress Wristwatch by Rolex

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

1940's Oversized Men's Dress Wristwatch by Rolex
-"Owl Claw" Stylized lugs
-37mm case, 31.5mm dial (one of largest ever made!)
-9ct Yellow

Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold Rolex Watch, c.1940s
Vintage 9ct Gold Rolex Watch, c.1940s

Vintage 9ct Gold Rolex Watch, c.1940s

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Dating to the 1940s comes this beautiful Rolex watch The 9 carat yellow gold case is a rectangle shape measuring 24mm by 39mm. A manual winding movement makes up the heart of the wat...

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate Wristwatch Ref 6491
Vintage Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate Wristwatch Ref 6491

Vintage Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate Wristwatch Ref 6491

By Rolex

Located in Stamford, CT

Rolex stainless steel Oysterdate wristwatch, Ref. 6491, circa 1944, original aged dial with alternating red and black date, manual-wind movement, riveted Rolex Oyster band. Stainl...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rare Rolex 18K White Gold & Diamond "Prince" Pocketwatch
Rare Rolex 18K White Gold & Diamond "Prince" Pocketwatch

Rare Rolex 18K White Gold & Diamond "Prince" Pocketwatch

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

18K White Gold & Diamond "Prince" Pocketwatch by Rolex - very rare Diamond Pocketwatch Dial, Very Rare Rolex Fob, Sub second hand "Prince" complication capability, Prince rectangular...

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Vintage 1940s Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex 1940s Yellow Gold Automatic Bubble Back Wristwatch
Rolex 1940s Yellow Gold Automatic Bubble Back Wristwatch

Rolex 1940s Yellow Gold Automatic Bubble Back Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1948 Rolex Bubble Back Wrist Watch, 32 M.M. 3 Piece 14K Yellow Gold case with smooth Bezel, Automatic, Self Winding movement. Restored Black Dial with Radium style filled Half...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

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

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

By Rolex

Located in Firenze, IT

Ref. 5016, Stainless Steel So-called "Bombay" Rolex, “Oyster Perpetual, Officially certified Chronometer”, Ref. 5016. Case No. 642024. Made in 1948. Very fine and rare, self-winding...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Nickel Cased Rolex British Military Pocket Watch
Nickel Cased Rolex British Military Pocket Watch

Nickel Cased Rolex British Military Pocket Watch

By Rolex

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

This Rolex military pocket watch can be dated in the 1940s. It is Swiss made and in good working order. The dial is in white enamel with black coloured numerals and hands with sub-d...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Other More Clocks

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Oyster Manual Wristwatch, 1940s
Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Oyster Manual Wristwatch, 1940s

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Oyster Manual Wristwatch, 1940s

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1940s Rolex 14K Rose Gold Ladies Wrist watch, 21 MM Diameter and 7 MM thick 2 piece Oyster Case. 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind movement. Original Rose Gold Rolex Screw down ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

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Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold Diamonds w Oyster Perpetual Band  1970's

Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold Diamonds w Oyster Perpetual Band 1970's

$14,981Sale Price|25% Off

H 0.44 in W 1.11 in Dm 1.11 in

Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold Diamonds w Oyster Perpetual Band 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold and Diamonds on the Numbers with an Oyster Band Creator: Rolex 2416631 , 6627 Design: Oyster Perpetual Case Material: 18kYellow-Rose Gold S...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

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1963 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Ultra Thin 18K Gold Gondolo Watch - Rare Unworn

1963 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Ultra Thin 18K Gold Gondolo Watch - Rare Unworn

By Patek Philippe

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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By Patek Philippe

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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By Rolex

Located in South Pasadena, CA

Vintage Rolex Zephyr Oysterdate reference 5501 circa 1966 two tone. This watch is in very nice condition considering its age, the engine turned bezel is still crisp along with the cr...

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20th Century Contemporary Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe ref 600 Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Patek Philippe ref 600 Yellow Gold Pocket Watch

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By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1950 Patek Philippe reference 600 Pocket Watch, 43 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 3 piece case, 18 Jewel, mechanical, manual wind Nickle lever movement. Original and Mint condition Silve...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Ref. 2532 "Grande" Calatrava Watch - 18K Gold
1950's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Ref. 2532 "Grande" Calatrava Watch - 18K Gold

1950's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Ref. 2532 "Grande" Calatrava Watch - 18K Gold

By Patek Philippe

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Rolex 1949 For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the rolex 1949 you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Stainless Steel and 18k Gold. If you’re looking for a rolex 1949 from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. A rolex 1949 of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 3, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Finding a rolex 1949 for sale for men should be easy, but there are 120 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.

How Much is a Rolex 1949?

Prices for a rolex 1949 can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,434 and can go as high as $68,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,750.

Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.

Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.

But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.

But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.

Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.

The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.

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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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