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Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Cellini Model 6621 26mm Champagne Dial and Diamond Markers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Cellini Model 6621 26mm Champagne Dial and Diamond Markers, Quartz Movement
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Very Rare Day-Date 18k Yellow Gold Decorated Diamond and Ruby String Dial
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36 mm Very Rare 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Gents Wristwatch, decorated champagne
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies 2-Tone Datejust 67193 Watch - 18K Gold, Stainless Steel Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. ROLEX Ladies 2-Tone Datejust 67193 Watch - 18K Gold, Stainless Steel & Diamonds
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 179178 Diamond Pink Dial 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 179178 Ladies Watch. 26mm 18K yellow gold case. 18K yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex President Day-Date 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Men Watch 18238
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This watch was produced in 1993. Watch band Has Moderat Slack. Rolex President Day-Date 36mm 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies DateJust 179173 Jubilee Diamond Dial 18K Gold Steel Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Diamond Dial Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 26mm Includes: -Rolex Box & Papers -Certified Appraisal
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 69178 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 69178 Ladies Watch. 26mm 18K yellow gold case with a fluted bezel
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 18K White Gold Dark Rhodium Diamond Dial Jubilee 126334
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
dial, 10 diamond hour markers, Rolex caliber 3235 perpetual self-winding movement with date at 3
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Rhodium

Rolex Cellini Ladies 18k White Gold Diamond Watch 6621/9
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Cellini Ladies 18k White Gold Diamond Watch 6621/9 - Quartz. 18k white gold case (26mm
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

2020 Rolex Daytona Two Tone Steel 18k Gold Black Diamond Dial 116503 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Tustin, CA
features a 40mm stainless steel case with black diamond dial, engraved inner bezel, stainless steel and 18k
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Steel 18K Gold Diamond Bezel Champagne Dial Mens Watch 116233
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
original bezel and an extra Custom diamond bezel which is mounted on the watch. Factory Diamond Dial. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust 18k Gold Steel No Holes Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
certified watchmakers. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Model Number: 69173 Country
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust 18k Gold Steel No Holes Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
watchmakers. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Model Number: 69173 Country/Region of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

New Rolex Datejust 31 278274 18K Fluted Blue Floral Motif Diamond Jubilee B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The 2024 Rolex Datejust 31 (reference 278274) is a refined timepiece that exemplifies Rolex
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex DateJust Diamond Dial 279173
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 28mm stainless steel and yellow gold Datejust by Rolex. Featuring a silver dial with diamond set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

18k/SS ROLEX Oyster Perpetual Ladies Datejust w/ diamond bezel and dial
By Rolex
Located in Victoria, BC
Here is a beautiful 18k and Stainless Steel Ladies ROLEX Oyster Perpetual Datejust w/ 18k diamond
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust 69178 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 69178 ladies watch. 26mm 18K yellow gold case with a fluted bezel
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 69178 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 69178 ladies watch. 26mm 18K yellow gold case with a fluted bezel
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 69178 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 69178 Ladies Watch. 26mm 18K yellow gold case with a fluted bezel
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 18k Gold Steel Black Custom Diamond Dial Mens Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
minute hands. Aftermarket Custom Diamond dial. Recently serviced. Covered by a 2-year Chronostore
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Diamond Automatic 1980s RA522B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
diamond dial, Men's 18k gold & stainless steel Rolex Oyster Datejust diamond dial automatic
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 69178 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 69178 Ladies Watch. 26mm 18K yellow gold case with a fluted bezel
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 69178 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 69178 Ladies Watch. 26mm 18K yellow gold case with a fluted bezel
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 36 116243RBR 18K Factory Diamond Bezel Dial Jubilee Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
case with a polished finish, enhanced by a factory-set diamond bezel made of 18K yellow gold that adds
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 31 18K Rose Gold Steel Diamond Chocolate Dial Watch 178341
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
), Rolex Caliber 2235 Number of Jewels: 31 Jewels Features: Date Indicator, Diamond Accent, Fixed Bezel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Rolex Daytona 18K Yellow Gold 116598 Cosmograph Leopard Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
with 8 diamond hour markers and gold subdials. Sapphire crystal. Leopard print strap band with 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Lady Datejust Diamond Dial / Bezel 69173 Two-Tone SS and 18k Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in Addison, TX
Basic Info Movement Automatic 2135 movement w/ date Reference number 69173 Brand Rolex Model Lady
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex DateJust Pearlmaster Diamond Sat 69298
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
an 18k yellow gold diamond set Pearlmaster bracelet and a deployant clasp. The watch is set with a
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 31 18K Rose Gold Steel Diamond Chocolate Watch 178341
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
movement is calibrated and keeps time well. 🕰️ General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Model
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex 81209 Datejust 18k White Gold Masterpiece Meteorite Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex model Model: 81209 Case Material: 18k White Gold Case Diameter: 34mm Crystal: Sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

ROLEX Rare Rose Gold Diamond Stella Dial
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
ROLEX Rare Rose Gold & Diamond Stella Dial
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Diamond Set 80319
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A white gold ladies Datejust pearlmaster by Rolex. Featuring a blue diamond dial with a white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster Diamond Set 80299
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A ladies 29mm Pearlmaster Datejust crafted in white gold by Rolex. Features a distinctive pink dial
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Day-Date Diamond Set 118339
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36mm white gold Day-Date by Rolex. Featuring a silver dial with diamond set hour markers and
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Pearlmaster Datejust Diamond Bezel 80318
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A ladies yellow gold Pearlmaster Datejust by Rolex. Featuring a champagne dial with applied roman
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1983 Rolex Datejust 36mm 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1983 Rolex Datejust 36mm 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch. This Rolex Datejust 36mm 18k Yellow Gold
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning Rolex Daytona Ref 116508, 18K Yellow Gold Case, Diamond Dial, Full Set
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our stunning Rolex Daytona reference 116508 features a 18k yellow gold case and bracelet and has a
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster 18k White Gold Watch 80299 Silver Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Ladies Pearlmaster 18k White Gold Watch 80299 Silver Diamond Dial - Automatic winding, 31
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex President Day-Date Factory Diamond Dial New-Style 18k Gold Watch 118238
By Rolex
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic 3155 movement Function: hours, minutes, sweep seconds, date, day Case: 36mm 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 31 Diamond Set 178341
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stainless steel and rose gold 31mm Datejust by Rolex. Features a pink dial set with 10 round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Gold Diamond Daytona Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
18k white gold bezel set with 36 round brilliant diamonds, 18k white gold lugs each set with 24 round
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex DateJust Diamond Dial 126331 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 41mm Datejust in stainless steel and rose gold by Rolex. Featuring a distinctive sundust dial
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Floral Diamond Dial 278273
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stainless steel and yellow gold 31mm Datejust by Rolex. Featuring a green floral motif diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date 40mm President 228239 18k White Gold Meteorite 10 Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in Tustin, CA
sophistication, this Rolex Day-Date 40 is crafted in solid 18K white gold and features the ultra-desirable
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rolex Datejust Diamond Dial 178273 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A ladies 31mm Datejust in stainless steel and yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a silver dial with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Date Diamond Automatic 1980s RA522
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
dazzling diamond dial, Men's 18k gold & stainless steel Rolex Oyster Datejust diamond dial automatic
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 18k Gold Ladies Datejust 6917 Automatic w/Diamond, c.1975 Swiss Lux LV889
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious elegance, 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady Datejust with diamond setting, c
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex 80318 Masterpiece 18k Yellow Gold White Roman Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 80318 Model: Masterpiece Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Case Diameter: 29mm
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Watch 18049
By Rolex
Located in Southampton, PA
The Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Watch, reference number 18049, is breathtaking in its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Custom Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch 69178
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Custom diamond bezel and custom diamond dial, Aftermarket Sapphire Crystal . Pre Owned Rolex
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex DateJust 68279 Diamond Dial 18K White Gold Tridor Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex DateJust 68279 ladies watch. 31mm 18K white gold case with 18K yellow gold fluted bezel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 18k Gold Champagne Factory Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Rolex Datejust 26mm 18k Gold Champagne Factory Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 69173. The Dial
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date 18239 18K White Gold Diamond Dial Men s Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Day-Date 18239 men's watch. 36MM 18K white gold case with 18K white gold fluted bezel
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Day-Date 18238 18K Yellow Gold Anniversary Diamond Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date President 18238 Watch. 36mm 18k yellow gold case and 18k yellow
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 69178 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 69178 Ladies Watch. 26mm 18K yellow gold case with a fluted bezel
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 18K Gold Steel Chocolate Diamond Dial Automatic Watch 126331
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Rolex Datejust 41 18K Rose Gold Steel Chocolate Diamond Dial Men's Watch 126331. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex 179173 Datejust Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust MPN: 179173 Serial: “P” Dial: Black Dial with Diamond markers, Date
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

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18k Rolex Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 18k rolex diamond for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a 18k rolex diamond may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 1.5 Carat and 2 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. While most can agree that any 18k rolex diamond from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 827 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also baguette cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. When shopping for a 18k rolex diamond, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 18k Rolex Diamond?

Prices for a 18k rolex diamond can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,394 and can go as high as $280,297, while this accessory, on average, fetches $11,733.

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 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The popular Rolex Oyster Perpetual is usually between $5,900 and $6,600 in price.
  • 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 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
    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 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The lowest priced Rolex model is the Oyster Perpetual. This watch retails for roughly $5,000. On 1stDibs, you can can find a variety of Rolex watches for sale.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The most expensive Rolex ever sold is the Paul Newman Daytona. This Rolex was purchased for $17.8 million in 2017. On 1stDibs, there are expensive Rolex watches but there is a wide variety available, so it should be easy to find a good fit for your tastes as well as your budget.
  • 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
    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 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
    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.