Ladies Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel White Roman Dial Oyster Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Ladies Rolex Datejust Cream Pyramid Roman Dial Two Tone Watch Jubilee Band
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Cream Pyramid Roman Dial Two Tone Watch Jubilee Band Custom Set Diamonds We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable conditi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Cellini Ladies, Diamond Case, 18K MOP Dial and Box and Papers Croco Band
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description: ROLEX CELLINI CELLINI, REFERENCE # 6621 A YELLOW GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET WRISTWATCH, CIRCA 1990 Dial: Mother of Pearl Dial Caliber: Quartz, jeweled Rolex Movement...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Ladies Datejust 69173 White Diamond on Brown Leather Band
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
(Watch Description) Brand - Rolex Gender - Ladies Model - 69173 Datejust Metals - Yellow gold/Stainless steel Case size - 26mm Bezel - Yellow Gold fluted Crystal - Sapphire Movemen...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Ladies Rolex President Watch 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Band Jubilee Band
By Rolex
Located in Austin, TX
Rolex President in 18 karat yellow gold case, band, with an oyster perpetual movement. This stunning Rolex was made in 1989 and is in fantastic condition! With a 18k yellow gold flut...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 1.03 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Datejust Steel Silver Dial Jubilee Band Automatic Ladies Watch 79174
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Excellent condition. Rolex original sticker on the case back. No original box and paper. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return polic...
Steel
Beautiful 14K Yellow Gold Rolex Ladies Watch With Snake Skin Design Band
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful 14K Yellow Gold Rolex Ladies Watch is a timeless symbol of elegance.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2005/2006 Rolex Ladies Datejust 179173 Watch Jubilee Band Two Tone #24506
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2005/2006 Rolex Ladies Two-Tone Datejust Watch Model: 179173 Serial: D153165 This Ladies Rolex Datejust watch is set in stainless steel and 18K yellow gold Two tone jubilee band s...
Stainless Steel
1984 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Watch 69173 Jubilee Band Gold Dial #17221
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1984 Rolex Ladies 2 Tone Datejust Watch Model: 69173 Serial: 8561065 Stainless steel and 18K Yellow gold Jubilee band - stretch to band as shown in pictures - fits up to 6 1/4" w...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1981 Rolex Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Watch 6917 Jubilee Band 26mm #20298
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1981 Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Rolex Model: 6917 Serial: 6773423 This Rolex ladies Datejust is set in 18K yellow gold. 41.7 dwt / 64.85 g Jubilee band with deployment clasp. Fits up...
18k Gold
1981 Rolex Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Watch 6917 Jubilee Band 26mm #20298
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1981 Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Rolex Model: 6917 Serial: 6773423 This Rolex ladies Datejust is set in 18K yellow gold. 41.7 dwt / 64.85 g Jubilee band with deployment clasp. Fits up...
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 31 Steel Jubilee Band Silver Dial Automatic Ladies Watch 178274
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Details: Brand Rolex Series Datejust Model Number 178274 Packaging Gift Box and Chronostore Certificate Warranty One Year Chronostore Warranty Service Record Serviced and Tested, Rep...
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H 1.03 in W 0.4 in Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18k Gold Steel Champagne Dial Oyster Band Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. No box and papers. Brand and Model Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust 69173 Model Number: 69173 Type and Style: Type: Wristwatch Style: Luxu...
Steel
Rolex Datejust 31 18k Rose Gold Steel Jubilee Band Gray Dial Ladies Watch 278271
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn Open Name card and open date. Rolex Datejust 31 18K Rose Gold Steel Jubilee Band Gray Dial Ladies Watch 278271.
Rolex Ladies DateJust Gold Dial with Two Tone Jubilee Band
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Ladies DateJust with gold fluted bezel and textured gold stick marker dial. Fitting for everyday wear or special occasions, this watch's quality is unrivaled. A classic among R...
Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Datejust 69163 18-Karat Gold and Stainless Steel Jubilee Band
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 69163 Serial: R263*** Model: Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Champagne Face: Sapphire Cryst...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies President 79136 Platinum Diamond Bezel Dial and Band Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 79136 Serial: P199*** Year: 2003 Model: Ladies President Case Material: Platinum Band: Platinum with Diamonds on the Band Bezel: Original Factory Diamond Bezel ...
Diamond, Platinum
1988 Rolex Ladies 69173 Two Tone Watch Champagne Diamond Dial Jubilee Band
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1988 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Watch Model: 69173 Serial: R226206 26mm case Champagne dial with 10 diamond markers Gold and stainless jubilee band.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Manual Wind Ladies Watch in 14K Yellow Gold in Milanese/Mesh Band
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage lady's Rolex manual wind 14k yellow gold cocktail watch. 17.5mm case width not including crown. Circa 1960. 18 jewel 1400 caliber manual wind movement that keeps perfect time...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies 18Kt Rose Gold Art Deco Watch with Cord Band from 1940's Hand Made
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1946 or 47 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26 X Width 17 MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / Jewels 17 / Caliber Baguette DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Pin...
Rolex Ladies Date 6917 Silver Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel Jubilee Band 26mm
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 6917 Serial: 7380** Year: 1982 Model: Rolex Ladies Date Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yell...
Rolex Ladies Ss Datejust Red Vignette Diamond Dial Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Red Vignette Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rol...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies SS Datejust White Diamond Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom White Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex And ...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Ss Datejust White Diamond Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom White Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex And ...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Ss Datejust Malachite Diamond Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Malachite Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex ...
Diamond, Malachite, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies SS Datejust Blue Diamond Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Blue Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex And h...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Ss Datejust Turquoise Diamond Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Turquoise Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex ...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies SS Datejust Blue Diamond Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Blue Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex And h...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies SS Datejust Black Diamond Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Black Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex And ...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies SS Datejust Pink Diamond Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Pink Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex And h...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Ss Datejust Turquoise Diamond Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Turquoise Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex ...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Ss Datejust Malachite Diamond Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Malachite Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex ...
Diamond, Malachite, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies SS Datejust Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Oyster Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial (This dial is not original R...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies SS Datejust MOP Diamond Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial (This dial is not original ...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies SS Datejust MOP Diamond Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial (This dial is not original ...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies SS Datejust Black Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Black Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex And ...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies SS Datejust Turquoise Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Turquoise Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex A...
Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies SS Datejust Black Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Black Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex And ...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies SS Datejust Pink Ruby Diamond Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Pink Ruby Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex ...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies SS Datejust Pink MOP Diamond Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Pink Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial (This dial is not orig...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies SS Datejust MOP Diamond Ruby Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Mother Of Pearl Diamond Ruby Dial (This dial is not orig...
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Datejust 69173 White Diamond on Brown Leather Band
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
(Watch Description) Brand - Rolex Gender - Ladies Model - 69173 Datejust Metals - Yellow gold/Stainless steel Case size - 26mm Bezel - Yellow Gold fluted Crystal - Sapphire Movemen...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Datejust 69173 White Diamond on Brown Leather Band
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
(Watch Description) Brand - Rolex Gender - Ladies Model - 69173 Datejust Metals - Yellow gold/Stainless steel Case size - 26mm Bezel - Yellow Gold fluted Crystal - Sapphire Movemen...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex 6917 Ladies Datejust, Champagne Stick, Fluted Bezel, Jubilee Band
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust Reference #:6917. swiss-automatic. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Roman Malakov GIA 5.43 Carat Total Pear and Round Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A classy pair of drop earrings featuring pear-shaped diamonds suspended on GIA Certified round brilliant diamonds. The pear-shaped diamonds weigh 4.02 carats total, G-H Color, and SI...
Diamond, Platinum
Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial Sapphire/Diamond Bezel Two Tone Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wa...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$9,350
H 1.03 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Gold Steel Navy Dial Ladies Custom Diamond Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. Custom dial and bezel. No original box and papers. High-quality natural diamond dial and bezel. General Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust Mo...
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 ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K White Gold Santos 100 Unisex White Gold Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
You will fall in love with this beautiful Cartier Santos watch the moment you see it. It has everything going for it: diamond bezel, perfect 33mm width of the case, purple leather b...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,800
H 1.03 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Datejust 18K Yellow Gold Steel Custom Olive Diamond Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. Custom Diamond dial and bezel. Comes with a chronostore box and seller warranty. General Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust Model Number: 691...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18k Yellow Gold Custom Diamond Dial Bezel Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Custom Diamond dial and bezel. Comes with the gift box. General Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust Model Number: 69173 Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Sty...
Yellow Gold
Chopard 18k White Gold Happy Sport 26mm Ladies Diamond Quartz Bracelet Watch
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard 18k white gold Happy Sport ladies fully diamond set calendar bracelet watch, quartz movement, white dial with 7 floating diamonds in the dial, diamond set bezel and sides. Br...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Platinum DateJust Presidential 15 Carat Diamond 26mm Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1988 Rolex Datejust Presidential in platinum featuring 15 carats of natural diamonds. Pave diamond dial and pink ruby hour markers. Emerald/baguette cut diamond bezel and bra...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Rolex Ladies President 69158 Factory Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs 18K Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 69158 Serial: E443*** Year: 1990 Model: Ladies President Crown Collection Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Lugs Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Factory Diamo...
18k Gold
$8,500
Platinum Diamond Watch
Located in New York, NY
Platinum diamond watch with 4.00 carat on the band
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Natural GIA Blue Sapphire Diamond Pear Drop Platinum Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These stunning natural blue sapphire and diamond drop earrings are hand crafted in solid platinum. weighing 10 grams and measuring 24mm long x 11mm wide. Exposing a pair of prong-set...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Roadster Ladies Silver Dial Stainless Steel Watch Diamond Bezel W62016V3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Roadster Small Ladies Silver Dial Stainless Steel Watch with Diamond Bezel This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 2-Tone Steel & Gold Ladies Watch 79173
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust 2-tone Steel & Gold Ladies Watch 79173 - Automatic winding, 29 jewels, Quickset date, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case with custom diamond bezel (26mm diameter...
Rolex Datejust Green Vignette Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Emerald 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Green Vignette Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Emerald Two Tone Watch 69173
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel
$8,189 / item
Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Ladies 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White MOP Dial Diamond Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White MOP Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Emerald 69173. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced, and has no visi...
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
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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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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A fresh palette of dial colors and technological advances have elevated this classic watch model.
The watch has transformed several times over, but it’s still undeniably a classic.
This is perhaps the least subtle version of the Submariner.
If you think this looks like the Rolex Kermit, you're correct.
This model was designed for lefties.
Learn the devious techniques that counterfeiters use to sell inauthentic pieces at authentic prices. Of course, you don't have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where every seller of Rolex watches is highly vetted.
From understanding the models to choosing among vintage, pre-owned and new watches, here’s our expert advice on finding the best Rolex for you.
As the cache goes on display at London’s Design Museum, we speak to its enigmatic owner about some of his rarest acquisitions.