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Rolex White Gold Day Date President Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 1803, circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
choice of alternative sporty or dressy strap. Note, that a white gold day date model could initially be
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Day-Date 40 White Gold Dark Rhodium Stripe Motif Dial Watch 228239
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
motif design and has index hour markers with day-date windows and white gold hands. The 228239 is
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex President Day-Date White Gold Diamond Men’s Watch 118239 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date White Gold Diamond Mens Watch 118239 Unworn. Officially certified
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex President Day-Date White Gold Blue Dial Men s Watch 118139
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date White Gold Blue Dial Mens Watch 118139. Officially certified chronometer
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex white gold Day Date President self winding wristwatch, circa 1964
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exceptional condition vintage white gold Rolex Day Date President ref 1803 serial # 1.1 million
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Rose Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch circa 2001
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K rose gold Day-Date President wristwatch, Ref. 118205, serial number K1, circa 2001. 36mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch circa 1982
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Day-Date President wristwatch, Ref. 18038, serial number 7.4 million, circa
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex President Day-Date Tridor White Yellow Rose Gold Diamond Watch 18349
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date Tridor White Yellow Rose Gold Diamond Watch 18349. Officially certified
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Day-Date 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch Ref 118238
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex Day-Date in 18k with white dial set with yellow gold applied Roman numeral hour markers. Auto
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch circa 1995
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Day-Date wristwatch, Ref. 18238, serial number W4, circa 1995. Exceptionally
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

ROLEX Yellow Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch Ref 18038
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Double-Quick Day-Date President wristwatch, Ref. 18238, serial number T3
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex President Day-Date 36 White Dial Yellow Gold Mens Watch 18038
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date 36 White Dial Yellow Gold Mens Watch 18038. Officially certified
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex White Gold Diamond Factory Blue Dial Day-Date Automatic Wristwatch, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 18K White Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Watch Beautiful Rolex Factory Blue Diamond Dial with
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Gold Day Date President ref #118208 c. 2002
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K YG Day Date President ref # 118208 36mm diameter full size man's model circa 2002 with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Gold Day Date President ref #118208 c. 2002
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K YG Day Date President ref # 118208 36mm diameter full size man's model circa 2002 with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Wristwatch Ref 1803
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Day Date President ref 1803 serial #3.5 million circa 1973. 36mm diameter
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day Date 36 18 Karat Yellow Gold 18038
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W5745 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Day-Date Model Ref: 18038 Age: Circa 1981 Gender: Mens
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day Date 36 18 Karat Yellow Gold 18238
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W5744 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Day-Date Model Ref: 18238 Age: Circa 1993 Gender: Mens
Category

1990s British Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond Pave Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 118388
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An 18k Yellow Gold Day-Date Rolex with Full Pave Diamond Dial, Diamond Bezel, Diamond Lugs, and
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Day Date 36 18 Karat Yellow Gold 18238
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W5743 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Day-Date Model Ref: 18238 Age: 1st November 1995 Gender: Mens
Category

1990s British Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Collection Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Paris, IDF
A 750/000 yellow gold Rolex watch, "Oyster-Perpetual Day-Date" collection, on a yellow
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Day-Date 1803, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Day-Date Reference #: 1803. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch White Gold White 36 MM. Verified
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date 18038, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Day-Date Reference #: 18038. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Yellow Gold White 36 MM. Verified
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Pocket Watches

Rolex Day-Date 36 18 Karat Rose Gold 118135
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Ref: W007153 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Day-Date Model Ref: 118135 Age: 2010's Gender: Mens
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Day-Date in 18k White Gold with Custom Diamond Bezel and Custom Diamond
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex Day-Date with custom diamond dial and custom diamond bezel in 18k white gold with rebuilt
Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex President Day-Date 18k White Gold MOP Diamond Mens Watch 118339 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date 18k White Gold MOP Diamond Mens Watch 118339 Box Papers. Officially
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Day Date 36mm President White Gold Black Dial Mens Watch 118239 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Day Date 36mm President White Gold Black Dial Mens Watch 118239 Box Card. Officially
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex President Day-Date II White Gold Blue Dial Mens Watch 218239 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date II White Gold Blue Dial Mens Watch 218239 Box Card. Officially certified
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Day-Date 0 128348RBR Men Yellow Gold 0 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Xupes Reference: COM002986 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Day-Date Model Variant: 0 Model Number
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex President Day-Date White Gold Silver Dial Diamond Mens Watch 118339 Box Pa
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date White Gold Silver Dial Diamond Mens Watch 118339 Box Papers. Officially
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Silver

Rolex 18K WG Day Date President ref# 1803
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K WG Day Date President ref# 1803 3.1 million production circa 1972. Excellent condition
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Day Date Full Size c. 1970s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K YG Day Date full size 36mm man's model circa 1970's with smooth bezel and beautifully
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex President Day-Date Tridor White Yellow Rose Gold Diamond Mens Watch 18239
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date Tridor White Yellow Rose Gold Diamond Mens Watch 18239. Officially
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex President Day-Date Tridor White Yellow Rose Gold Diamond Mens Watch 18039
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date Tridor White Yellow Rose Gold Diamond Mens Watch 18039. Officially
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex President Day-Date Tridor White Yellow Rose Gold Diamond Mens Watch 18039
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date Tridor White Yellow Rose Gold Diamond Mens Watch 18039. Officially
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch with Papers circa 2004
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K yellow gold Day-Date President wristwatch, Ref. 118208, serial number K8, with original
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date 18039B 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 18039B. 18k White gold 36mm case with an 18k yellow gold fluted
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Rolex 218239 President Day Date II 18 Karat White Gold Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Company - Rolex Model - 218239 Day Date II President Case Metal - 18k White Gold Case Measurement
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Day-Date Presidential 18239 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Men s Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Day-Date Presidential 18239 18k White Gold Diamond Men's Watch. 18k White Gold 36mm case with
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Rolex President Day-Date 18k Yellow Gold White Roman Dial Mens Watch 18238
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date 18k Yellow Gold White Roman Dial Mens Watch 18238. Officially certified
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex President Day-Date Yellow Gold White Dial Mens Watch 118238 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date Yellow Gold White Dial Mens Watch 118238 Box Card. Officially certified
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex President Day-Date Yellow Gold White Dial Mens Watch 118238 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date Yellow Gold White Dial Mens Watch 118238 Box Papers. Officially certified
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Day Date 41 mm in 18k White Gold with Blue Wave Dial REF 218239
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Rolex Model Name: Day-Date Model Number: 218239 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 41 mm
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold President Diamond Index Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 118238
By Rolex
Located in Paris, IDF
A yellow gold "Day-Date Oyster Perpetual" Rolex watch on a yellow gold President, semi-circular
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

ROLEX Yellow Gold Day-Date President Ref. 118238 circa 2006
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Day-Date double-quick-set President, Ref. 118238, serial number Z6, circa
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1994 Rolex Day-Date Fossilised Limestone Yellow Gold 18238 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2000's Rolex Yacht-Master Steel & Yellow Gold 16623 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Box
Category

1990s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex 18K PG Day Date President ref# 118235
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K PG Day Date President ref # 118235, 36mm full size man's model with domed bezel serial
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Day-Date President White Gold 18039 Automatic Watch Diamond Dial and Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Day-Date President White Gold 18039 Automatic Watch Diamond Dial & Bezel.
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches

Rolex President Day-Date 40 Yellow Gold White Dial Mens Watch 228238 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date 40 Yellow Gold White Dial Mens Watch 228238 Box Card. Officially certified
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date II 18 Karat White Gold Black Roman Dial Watch 218239
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Day-Date II Reference #:218239. Introduced in 2008 the Rolex Day Date II is an offspring of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold President Day-Date Oyster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 18078
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex President Day-Date Model 18078 Pre Owned Mens Automatic wrist watch. White Dial with yellow
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day Date 18239 President 18 Karat White Gold Men s Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Day Date Professional 18239 Men Watch. 36mm 18K White Gold case. White Gold Stationary
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch ref 18038 circa 1986
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K yellow gold Day-Date, ref 18038, serial # 8.9 million circa 1986. 36mm diameter case with
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex President Day-Date Yellow Gold Mens Watch 128238 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date Yellow Gold Mens Watch 128238 Box Card. Officially certified chronometer
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Mother-Of Pearl Dial President Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 18K Yellow Gold Day-Date President Watch Factory Deco Roman Mother-Of-Pearl
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex 18K yellow gold Day Date President ref #18038 c.1979
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K yellow gold Day Date President ref #18038 5.8 million serial # circa 1979/1980. 36mm
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex 18K Pink Gold Day Date President ref. 118235 c. 2002
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K PG Day Date President ref 118235 serial # K# circa 2002 unworn condition complete with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Day Date White Gold Rolex For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the day date white gold rolex 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, 18k Gold and White Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a day date white gold rolex 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 21st Century. A day date white gold rolex of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 58, 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 baguette cut alternatives. Most of our day date white gold rolex for sale are for men, but there are 72 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a Day Date White Gold Rolex?

The price for a day date white gold rolex starts at $7,500 and tops out at $142,995 with these watches, on average, selling for $22,544.

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 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The popular Rolex Oyster Perpetual is usually between $5,900 and $6,600 in price.
  • 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 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 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 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 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
    A contemporary Rolex Yacht Master costs around $11,000. However, a vintage model can cost up to $30,000.
  • 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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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.