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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Two Tone with Patinated Original Dial from 1964 or 65
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1005 METAL
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Date 1500 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel with Leather Band
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Band Bezel: 14K Yellow Gold Dial: Champagne Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 34mm Includes: -Elegant
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Oyster Perpetual Datejust with a Custom Dial from 1968 or 1969
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Ref 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1503 18k Solid Gold 34mm Automatic 1960s RA387
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Watch Description BRAND : Rolex MODEL : Oyster Perpetual Date, Ref.1503 COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1503 18k Solid Gold 34mm Automatic 1960s RA387B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Watch Description BRAND : Rolex MODEL : Oyster Perpetual Date, Ref.1503 COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Lady s Yellow Gold Chameleon Wristwatch with Busch Logo Dial and Spare Straps circa 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
14k yellow gold lady's Rolex Chameleon wristwatch, part of the Cellini collection of dress watches
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1503 18k Solid Gold 34mm Automatic 1960s RA387
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref.1503 automatic, c.1967, in
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 75203 Tudor Prince Oyster Date 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
: 14K Yellow Gold Plated & Stainless Steel Bezel: 14K Yellow Gold Dial: Champagne Face: Acrylic Case
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex circa 1975 Steel and 14 Karat Gold Ref 1675 GMT "Root Beer" Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1975 Rolex GMT, "Rootbeer" 40 MM Stainless Steel and 14K Yellow Gold Case, Original very
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex circa 1975 Steel and 14 Karat Gold Ref 1675 GMT "Root Beer" Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1975 Rolex GMT, "Rootbeer" 40 MM Stainless Steel and 14K Yellow Gold Case, Original very
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

1972 Rolex Zephyr 1512 Men s Watch Steel 14K Yellow Gold #15772
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1972 Rolex Zephyr Men's Watch Model: 1512 Serial: 2963622 This vintage men's rolex is set in
Category

Vintage 1970s Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex c1953 14k Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref 6105 Bubble Back Watch 16r222s
By Rolex
Located in Dix hills, NY
position. The 14k yellow gold and stainless steel case houses a 2 jewel caliber 76725 Rolex automatic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Other

Midcentury Asymmetrical Rolex Carnelian and Diamond “High Jewelry” Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
, this absolutely striking asymmetric bracelet cleverly houses a manually-wound Rolex watch in its artful
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Bracelets

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k ROLEX Watch. Rolex 14k YG Dress Watch 1950s.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage 1950s Rolex Mens Watch 14k Yellow Gold Case Windup Movement. Runs well. 1215 Movement
Category

Vintage 1950s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Genuine 14k Rolex Watch. 14k WG Ladies 9823 Dainty 1950s Ladies Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
14k White Gold Rolex Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1950s Dainty 15mm Case and
Category

Vintage 1950s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel

Genuine Rolex Watch. 14k WG Ladies Rolex Mechanical Windup Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
14k White Gold Rolex Brushed Bezel Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Rolex Movement 17 Jewel
Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Genuine Rolex Watch. 14k WG Ladies Rolex Mechanical Windup Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
14k White Gold Rolex Brushed Bezel Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Rolex Movement 17 Jewel
Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Rolex 14K Gold Tank Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Rolex 1980's Circa 14KT Gold ladies Watch – a vintage marvel with a distinctive 11
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

14k Rolex Womens Cocktail Watch. 14k gold Manual Windup. 1950s Ladies Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Rolex Ladies Mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1950s. Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Mid-Century 14K Gold Ladies Rolex Watch
By Rolex
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century ladies watch. In 14 karat gold. With a round case, faceted bezel, and a later
Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Rolex 14k Yellow Gold Rolex Watch Ref. 8214
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Rolex Watch Ref. 8214 - Manual. 14K Yellow gold case ( 17 mm
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex 14k Yellow Gold Rolex Watch Ref. 8214
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Rolex Watch Ref. 8214 - Manual. 14K Yellow gold case ( 17 mm
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

14k Rolex Women s Cocktail Watch. 14k Orchid Rolex with Yellows Gold Bracelet.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism. Case and Bracelet is 14k Yellow Gold. 6.5 to 6.25inch wrist
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

1950s Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Ladies Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Hicksville, NY
1950s Rolex Wristwatch for Ladies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Manual Wind Crown on this watch is Omega
Category

Mid-20th Century French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Date Men s Vintage 14k Gold Shell Watch, 1550
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Date Men's Vintage 14k Gold Shell Watch 1550 - Automatic winding, acrylic crystal. 14k yellow
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Rolex Ladies 14K Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Ladies 14K Yellow Gold Watch - Manual winding. 14K Yellow gold dial with diamond
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex 14k Yellow Gold Manual Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Manual Ladies Watch - Manual winding. 14K Yellow gold ( 13 x 23 mm ) Will
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage 1960s Ladies Rolex 14k Yellow Gold Watch, Switzerland
By Rolex
Located in Eagan, MN
been examined by a jeweler that specializes in Rolex watches and it is authentic. It is currently
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Cocktail Watch 14K Yellow Gold Manual Wind
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This is a classic Rolex women's watch from 1980. The case is 14K yellow gold and measures 17mm
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Rolex 14k White Gold Diamond Cocktail Hand Wind Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage ladies' Rolex cocktail watch is crafted in 14k white gold and features a
Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Rolex Ladies 14K Yellow Gold Watch Ref 8374
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Ladies 14K Yellow Gold Watch Ref 8374 - Self winding. 14K Yellow gold dial with
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Solid 14K Yellow Gold Watch Champagne Dial
By Rolex
Located in Bradenton, FL
Vintage 14K Gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date watch, boasting the exclusivity and luxe design of the
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1978 Rolex Date 34MM 1503 14K Yellow Gold Leather Strap Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Unisex Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Diameter: 34.00 mm Weight: 57.31 grams
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1966 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24MM 6615 Oyster 14K Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
One ladies 14K yellow gold ROLEX Swiss-made watch. The metal was tested and determined to be 14K
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Vintage Ladies Cocktail 8365 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 8365 Year: Est. 1937 Model: Rolex Vintage Ladies Cocktail Watch Case Material
Category

Vintage 1930s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rolex Ladies Cellini 14k Yellow Gold Watch Silver Dial
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Rolex Ladies Cellini Watch This classic and elegant ladies Rolex Cellini is set in 14K
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

1948 Rolex 14k Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubble Back Mid Size Wrist Watch 5015
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
solid 14k yellow gold back in 1948. The watch features a self winding automatic Rolex movement that
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rare Cartier x Rolex Watch Brooch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Introducing a timeless piece of luxury and elegance - the solid gold Cartier & Rolex watch brooch
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

1940s 14kt Gold Rolex Orchid Watch
By Rolex
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous Rolex Orchid ladies watch crafted of 14kt Gold. Features a white dial and gold number
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex 14Kt Solid Gold Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century Bracelet Watch METAL / MATERIAL
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Bubble Back Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold Bubble Back Watch, circa 1947. Vintage Rolex Bubbleback 14k gold ref
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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
Category

2010s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Lady s Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Manual-wind movement. 14k yellow gold oval case, 22mm x 20mm, circa 1970s. Black dial with baton
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Ladies Rolex 1940s Watch
By Rolex
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Length: 6.95 inches Metal Type: 14 karat Yellow Gold Weight: 36.8 grams Movement
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 26mm Date Two Tone Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-Owned Rolex Date Automatic Watch Crafted in 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel with
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 14k Steel Ladies Date Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies Rolex date wristwatch, 14k yellow gold and stainless steel. 26mm case size. Black dial
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

1940s Gold Women s Manual Wind Rolex Watch
By Rolex
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 14 Karat Gold Weight: 12.1 grams Diameter: 14.75mm
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Ladies Yellow Gold Rolex Bracelet Watch, circa 1960
By Rolex
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Circa 1960's, Ladies Rolex 1400 Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch. After market seven inch graduated
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Precision 1960s Yellow Gold Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Rolex Precision Ladies Wrist watch, 15 M.M. Diameter 2 piece 14k Yellow Gold Case, 17
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold and Diamond 1960s Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Rolex Ladies Bracelet Wrist watch, 22 M.M. 14K Yellow Gold 2 piece case with a Bezel of
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Rolex Vintage Ref 1002 Yellow Gold Automatic Gents Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Rolex Reference 1002 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 3 piece 14k Yellow Gold water resistant Oyster
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Precision Vintage Yellow Gold Ladies Mechanical Wrist Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Rolex Ladies Precision Wrist Watch, 16 M.M. Diameter X 5 M.M. thick 14k Yellow Gold 2
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Rolex White Gold and Diamond Ladies Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Rolex Ladies Wrist Watch, 15 M.M. 14k White Gold 2 piece case with Diamond set Lug tops
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1982 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14k Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1982 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14k Yellow Gold Wristwatch. This Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Rolex Diamond and 14K Gold Miniature Ladies Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Hicksville, NY
This 1940s Retro Rolex Diamond and 14K White Gold ladies watch features a .20 carat round brilliant
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Watch Diamond Bezel and Dial Silver Mint
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
1974's Rolex Oysterdate Precision Watch Diamond Bezel and Dial Silver Mint condition. This watch is
Category

Antique 19th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Rolex Lady s White Gold and Diamond Bracelet Watch Ref 6252 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Rolex lady's 14k white gold and diamond bracelet watch, Ref. 6252, circa 1950s. Handmade gathered
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

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14k Rolex Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 14k rolex watch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1130 vintage editions and 21 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 14k rolex watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A 14k rolex watch of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 36, 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. Most of our 14k rolex watch for sale are for men, but there are 354 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a 14k Rolex Watch?

Prices for a 14k rolex watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $875 and can go as high as $39,159, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,100.

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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Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

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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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Questions About Rolex
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The popular Rolex Oyster Perpetual is usually between $5,900 and $6,600 in price.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Rolex uses only the highest quality melee diamonds with between D and G in color and IF in clarity. Every diamond is tested individually to make sure it is real.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Rolex Submariner bears an 18k stamp and the number “750,” which means that 75 percent of the watch is made out of pure gold model. The most luxurious of all timepieces, the Rolex Submariner has been continuously manufactured since 1951. Find vintage Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The new Submariner Rolex with a Black Bezel is worth around $8,100 with some of the more expensive new Submariners in yellow gold costing around $36,950.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Because platinum is denser than other metals, it is often more expensive to purchase platinum watches than gold. One of the most expensive watches sold was a Platinum Rolex worth $277,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A new Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date watch is worth around $6,000. However, if it's encrusted with gems or vintage, it can cost as much as $50,000. 1stDibs has a great and vast selection of Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To wind a Rolex watch, first fully unscrew the winding crown. Once it is in a raised position, carefully turn the crown clockwise. Most watches require 25 turns for enough winding to begin powering the watch. The instructions included with Rolex watches provide more information about how to wind specific models. Shop a large collection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending on what kind of watch you're looking for, one may be better than the other. For instance, if you want a highly functional sport watch, some of Rolex's models may be better for you. That said, the brands' watches are very similar quality-wise. The main difference is their appearances: While Rolex designs more traditional timepieces, Panerai is more contemporary and bold.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    An Oyster Perpetual on a Rolex watch refers to the watch's ability to run on the energy generated by the wearer's wrist movements rather than manual winding. At Baselworld in 2015, a variety of Rolex watches with a new-generation Oyster Perpetual movement were unveiled. Find a variety of vintage Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    The size of a Rolex 126000 is 36 millimeters. It features a corrosion-resistant 904L stainless steel case. Many collectors love the now discontinued watch due to this striking feature, which was available in a variety of vivid colors. Find an assortment of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Yes, the Rolex 126000 is discontinued. Rolex discontinued the Oyster Perpetual ref 126000 in the early 2020s. However, the watch may be available on the secondary market via trusted online platforms, including 1stDibs. Find a collection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    There is no single rarest Rolex face, as the availability of the luxury watchmaker's timepieces does vary in response to changes in collecting trends. However, some faces are generally rarer than others due to limited production, age and other factors. Examples of such dials include those made of meteorite, onyx, malachite, bloodstone, tiger's eye, coral, wood and lapis lazuli. Find a wide range of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    What is the cheapest Rolex ever made may vary over time as the luxury maker introduces new models. However, some watches made by Rolex are generally considered entry-level models based on their price points. These include the Oyster Perpetual, the DateJust 36mm, the Explorer 36mm, the Air King and the Milgaus. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of Rolex watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A contemporary Rolex Yacht Master costs around $11,000. However, a vintage model can cost up to $30,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    One of the cheapest Rolex watches is the Oyster Perpetual, which usually costs around $5,000. This model is made of oystersteel, an affordable type of steel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To wind a Rolex Datejust, set the crown notch (located on the right hand side of the face) to position one. To set it to position one, turn the crown counterclockwise to unscrew the crown and pop the crown out one notch. From this position, start to wind the Rolex by turning the crown clockwise. You should feel a bit of tension and hear a soft clicking sound. Browse a wide selection of Rolex Datejust watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Rolex does not officially make sunglasses that are available for sale. They do however occasionally create promotional products, which have included sunglasses for sponsored events in the past. Browse a range of Rolex products that have been expertly authenticated on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The Rolex Oyster Perpetual is a great entry-level Rolex to purchase. The perpetual refers to the ability of the watch to use the energy of the wearer's wrist motion to run. It is a popular starter Rolex.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Rolex uses only the highest quality diamonds in their watches and compares these stones against certified master stones. They are the most colorless, so in ranges D to G.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While choosing a watch can depend on the wearer's style, there are a few consistent favorites. Some of the top Rolex watches for women include the Rolex Datejust, the Rolex Day-Date, and the Rolex Oyster Perpetual.