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Rolex Bubble 14k Yellow Gold Stainless Steel wristwatch Ref 5003
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex Bubble in stainless steel & 14k on leather strap. Auto w/ subseconds. 24 mm case size. Ref
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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Men s Datejust SS and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Diamond and Sapphire Watch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Watches 2 Years Warranty, Rolex Watch Box WHAT'S INCLUDED : Certificate of Authenticity, Polishing Cloth
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex SS/14K PG Datejust ref 1603 c. 1966
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS/14K PG Datejust ref 1603 serial # 1.3 million circa 1966. 36mm diameter Oyster case with
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

ROLEX Gold Midsize Oyster Perpetual c1970s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Midsize Oyster Perpetual circa 1970's 31mm diameter case with screw down crown and
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Date ref. 1503 c. 1978
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1503 34mm diameter case with engine turned bezel. Serial
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bombe 14 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 1955
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1955 Vintage Rolex Bombe Ref. 6018 14k Yellow Gold watch with Original Waffle Textured Silver Dial
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex SS/14K Hooded Bubbleback correct ref 3065 circa 1948
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS/14K Hooded Bubbleback correct ref 3065 circa 1948 with beautifully restored black sector
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual ref # 6584 serial c.1955
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual ref # 6584 serial # 41,XXX circa 1955. 34mm diameter Oyster case with
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold dress model wristwatch, circa 1950s. 34mm case with smooth bezel and acrylic
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

ROLEX Gold Datejust Midsize circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Datejust midsize ref # 6827. 31mm diameter case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex GMT ref 1675 SS 14K “Dark Chocolate” circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS/14K YG GMT ref 1675 serial # 5.7 million circa 1978. Very pleasing original glossy black
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Rose Gold Square Dress Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K Rose Gold Square Dress Wristwatch circa 1940s. Square case measuring 26 x 35mm with horn
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Rolex 14K Rose Gold Boy s Size circa 1940 s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Rolex 14K Rose Gold manual wind boy’s size (31mm) Oyster case with screw down case back and
Category

Vintage 1940s Modernist Wrist Watches

ROLEX Gold Datejust Ref 1601 c1968
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Datejust ref 1601 serial # 1.7 million circa 1968. 36mm diameter case with smooth
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Date signed Tiffany Co circa 198
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Date signed Tiffany & Co circa 1985. 34mm diameter case with smooth
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex White 14K Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Men s Wristwatch 36 MM
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Challenge the ordinary with this Rolex watch for men. The watch has a chunky stainless steel case
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Bombe case ref# 1010 c. 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Bombe case ref# 1010 serial # 1.6 million circa 1967. 33mm diameter
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback ref# 3131 circa 1940 s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback ref# 3131 circa 1940's with 3 piece case, smooth
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Rose Gold Square Wristwatch circa 1934
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The pictures of this watch cannot capture the true beauty of this rare 14k rose gold Rolex square
Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Date Wristwatch ref 1503
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Date ref 1503 serial number 6.7 million circa 1981. 34mm diameter Oyster case
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1963
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual wristwatch, Ref. 1005, serial 1.0 million, circa 1963. 34mm
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Dress Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Dress Wristwatch, circa 1950s. 34mm case with smooth bezel and acrylic
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Square Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K yellow gold square wristwatch, circa 1950s. 28 X 36mm heavy case with claw lugs and
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Fabulous looking Rolex 14k rose gold Bubbleback wristwatch, circa 1940s, Ref. 3131, 32mm three
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex Rose Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k rose gold Bubbleback wristwatch, circa 1940s. Great looking model with 32mm tonneau case
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Precision Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold manual-wind Precision wristwatch, circa 1950s. 34 X 43mm case with extended
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Rose Gold Speedking Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k rose gold Speedking wristwatch, Ref. 4270, circa 1940s. Great condition 31mm Oyster case
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Date Wristwatch circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch, Ref. 1500, serial number 5.4 million, circa
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Date Wristwatch circa 1960
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch, Ref. 1500, serial number 529,XXX, circa
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Watch Factory Champagne Dial with Stick Markers 14K
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Watch Factory Champagne Dial with Stick Markers 14K
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Toronto, ON
Rolex 14k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual wristwatch, calibre 1570, 26 jewel, automatic movement
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Date Wristwatch Ref 1503 1979
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex 14K yellow gold Date wristwatch, Ref. 1503, 1979. Champagne-color dial, plastic crystal
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1974
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual wristwatch Ref. 1005, serial 3.8 million, circa 1974. 34mm
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Dress Model Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold manual-wind dress model wristwatch, circa 1950s. 34 X 43mm case with extended
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Dress Model Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold medium-size dress model wristwatch, circa 1950s. Beautiful extended, bowed
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Rose Gold Precision Square Wristwatch circa 1944
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k rose gold Precision square wristwatch, circa 1944. 26 x 38mm square case with glass
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1956
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual wristwatch, Ref. 6569, serial number 198,XXX, circa 1956
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1500
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1500 circa 1970s. Featuring 34mm diameter case with
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Date Wristwatch Ref 15307 1981
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex 14 karat yellow gold Date wristwatch, Ref. 15037. This beautiful watch features a plastic
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 6084
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual in 14 karat yellow gold, reference 6084. This classic Rolex features a black
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Midsize Date Yellow Gold Automatic Wristwatch Ref 6827
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Brown Alligator strap with a 14k Gold Fill tang buckle. This Rolex watch has a 30 x 30 mm case with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

ROLEX Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Zephyr circa 1970
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Date "Zephyr" model, Ref. 1503, 34mm diameter case with
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch circa 1969
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch, Ref. 1503, serial number 2.2 million, circa
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

ROLEX Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Ref 6564 circa 1965
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual wristwatch, Ref. 6564, 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Gold Oyster Perpetual ref. 6564 circa 1956
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual ref #6564 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel serial #214,xxx circa
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Date automatic Wristwatch Ref 15505
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
The Rolex Date Model 15505 pre-owned men's automatic wrist watch. Featuring a champagne dial with
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Rolex Gold Precision circa 1950 s ref# 4471
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Precision circa 1950's ref 4471 square 26 X 40 mm case with large lobd lugs. Nicely
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1550
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
The Rolex Date Model 1550 pre-owned men's automatic wrist watch. Featuring a champagne dial with
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 14K PG square case dress model ref #4470
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K PG square case dress model ref #4470 square 27.5mm case circa 1950's with glossy black
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Gold Oyster Perpetual Date ref # 1500 circa 1986
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Date ref # 1500 8..9 million serial # circa 1986. 34mm diameter case
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

ROLEX Stainless Steel and 14k Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 circa 1968
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel and 14k rose gold Oyster Perpetual Date, Ref. 1500. 34mm diameter case with
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch with Bracelet circa 1940
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Bubbleback wristwatch with associated period 14k yellow gold bracelet. Great
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

ROLEX Pink Gold and Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 3696
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex pink gold top and stainless back bubbleback, Ref. 3696, circa 1944. 32mm case with smooth
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Precision Wristwatch Ref 4470 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Precision Wristwatch, Ref 4470, circa 1950s. Square case, 27 x 37mm, with
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Ref 15037
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date ref 15037 serial number 7.1 million circa 1982. 34mm
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Date Wristwatch Ref 15307 circa 1988
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Date wristwatch, Ref. 15037. This beautiful classic wristwatch, features a
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Rolex 14k Gold Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate rolex 14k gold watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 383 vintage editions and 3 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect rolex 14k gold watch among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A rolex 14k gold watch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 27 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. 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. If you’re browsing our inventory for a rolex 14k gold watch, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and women.

How Much is a Rolex 14k Gold Watch?

Prices for a rolex 14k gold watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $875 and can go as high as $18,150, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,800.

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 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.