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Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond President Day-Date II Automatic Wristwatch Ref 218348
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Day-Date II Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Men's President Watch 218348 - Automatic winding
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex yellow gold President Day-Date Cream Dial Automatic Wristwatch ref 18238
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
winding, 31 jewels, Quickset day/date, sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel (36mm
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Oysterquartz Day-Date Quartz Wristwatch Ref 19018, circa 1979
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date (19018), Circa 1979, quartz watch, features a 36mm 18k yellow gold case
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Birch Wood Dial Bark Bezel Wristwatch Ref 16078
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
a ref. #16078 Datejust in 18k yellow gold, made circa 1978. This would have been among the first
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold President Diamond Bezel Day-Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1803
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex President, Day-Date - Model 18038 - Men's automatic winding wristwatch. 18k yellow gold case
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold President Black Dial Day-Date automatic Wristwatch Ref 18038
By Rolex
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
yellow gold case with 18k yellow gold fluted bezel, sapphire protective crystal, screw-down crown Band
Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch Ref 118238 with White Dial
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Automatic movement, 31 jewels, Quickset date, sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with fluted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Black Onyx President Day-Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 118348
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex President Day-Date Men's Yellow Gold Watch Black Onyx Dial 118348 - Automatic winding, 31
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Yacht-Master Mother-of-Pearl Ruby Dial Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: seconds, hours, minutes, date Case: round 40mm 18k yellow gold case
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex yellow Gold Day-Date President Walnut Dial Quickset Wristwatch Ref 18038
By Rolex
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Case: 36mm round 18k yellow gold case with 18k yellow gold fluted bezel, sapphire protective crystal
Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President Walnut Dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref 18038
By Rolex
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Case: 36mm round 18k yellow gold case with 18k yellow gold fluted bezel, sapphire protective crystal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold black diamond dial President Automatic Wristwatch Ref 68278
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold President Midsize Men's Watch 68278 - Automatic . 18K Yellow gold ( 31 mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch with Two Diamond Onyx Dial circa 1990s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
piece to grace your wrist every day! 31mm 18k yellow gold case. Excellent condition.
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Yacht-Master Automatic Wristwatch Ref 168623
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Midsize Yacht-Master 35mm Steel & Gold Men's or Ladies Watch 168623 - Automatic winding
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Yacht-Master Automatic Wristwatch Ref 168623
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Midsize Yacht-Master 35mm Steel & Gold Men's or Ladies Watch 168623 - Automatic winding
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Yacht-Master II Regatta Automatic Wristwatch Ref 116688
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Men's Rolex Yacht-Master II Regatta 18k Yellow Gold Watch 116688 - Automatic winding, Regatta
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond President Day-Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 118208
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
, sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with smooth bezel (36mm diameter).Rolex Mother of Pearl dial with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex yellow Gold Black Dial Datejust II Automatic Wristwatch Ref 116333
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust II Men's 2-Tone 41mm Steel & Gold Watch 116333 Black Arabic Dial - Automatic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex yellow Gold Stainless Steel Yacht-Master Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16623
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Yacht-Master Steel & Gold Men's Watch 16623 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust II Automatic Wristwatch Ref 116333
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust II Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold 41mm Watch 116333 - Automatic winding, Quickset
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust II Automatic Wristwatch Ref 116333
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust II Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold 41mm Watch 116333 - Automatic winding, Quickset
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex yellow gold President Day-Date Blue Diamond Dial wristwatch ref 18038
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex President, Model 18038, - Men's automatic winding wristwatch. 18k yellow gold round style
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Oyster Perpetual self-winding Wristwatch, circa 1981
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
. 18038. Made circa 1981. Fine, center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, 18K yellow gold wristwatch
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond Lilac Stone Carousel President Day-Date Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
). Genuine Rolex Lilac Stone Carousel Diamond Dial. 18k yellow gold hidden-clasp Oyster bracelet. Pre-owned
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Two-Tone Datejust Oyster Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Steel & Gold 2-Tone Watch Oyster Bracelet 16203 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Oyster Bracelet Automatic Watch 16203
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Watch Oyster Bracelet 16203 - Automatic winding, 31
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond President Day-Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 118238
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch White Jubilee Diamond Dial 118238 - Automatic winding
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold GMT-Master II Green Dial Watch Ref 116718
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k yellow gold, green dial Rolex GMT-Master II, Ref. 116718, 40mm case. The entire watch is
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Yacht-Master Sport Wristwatch Ref 16623
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Yacht-Master Steel Gold Men's 2-Tone Sport Watch 16623 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Black Dial Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 15203
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
yellow gold Oyster bracelet. Pre-owned with box.
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Blue Dial Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 15223
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
. Stainless steel and 18k yellow gold Oyster bracelet. Pre-owned with box.
Category

20th Century Swiss Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond Swiss Only Red Vignette Dial Day-Date Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
ones produced. This uncommon combination would be at home among a collection of Stella dial Rolex
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel GMT-Master II Automatic Wristwatch 16713 1992
By Rolex
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
; Guarantee Movement Automatic Case Stainless Steel/18k Yellow Gold Dial Black Bracelet Stainless Steel
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Oyster Perpetual Watch Dated 1970
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Stainless Steel / 18Kt. Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: 43mm X 36mm CIRCA: 1970 / 71 MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Oyster Perpetual Watch Dated 1970
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Stainless Steel / 18Kt. Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 43mm X Diameter 36mm CIRCA: 1970 / 71 MOVEMENT
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch with Rubellite Diamond Dial circa 1990s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
by brilliant round diamonds, set in round (not square) yellow gold bezels. The watch is in like new
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold “Bark Finish” Day-Date Purple Color-Change Dial Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A single quick Day-Date ref. #180718 with a unique color change purple Roman dial. The interest is augmented by the now-discontinued “bark" finish. Bracelet #8723. 36mm
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Myriad Roman Diamond Dial Wristwatch Ref 18238
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An understated, yet important dial variation offered on this Rolex Day-Date, ref. #18238. This dial
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Shell Top Oyster Perpetual Date Watch From 1972
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Date / Ref. 1550 METAL
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch with Rare Black Gilt Dial circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An 18k yellow gold Datejust, Ref. 6605, with a rare and very desirable black gilt dial and original
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold GMT-Master Brown Dial Vintage Automatic Wristwatch, Ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master Vintage Gents Wristwatch, original brown nipple dial
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Mid-Size Onyx Dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref 68278
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An Unworn 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust NOS Mid-Size Wristwatch, rare onyx dial with
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Rolex yellow gold President Day-Date Factory Lilac Stone Diamond Dial Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel (36mm diameter
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Diamond Set Rare Pleiade Day-Date Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rare Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Gents Wristwatch, rare pleiade diamond silver dial set
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Wristwatch Ref 116188
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Reference Number: 116188 Serial: "M" Case Material : 18k Yellow
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold and Silver GMT-Master Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
18K Yellow Gold Bezel and Crown. Rotating Bezel, Caliber 1570 Automatic self winding movement, Raised
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Birch Wood Dial Bark Bezel Wristwatch Ref 16078
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
a ref. #16078 Datejust in 18k yellow gold, made circa 1978. This would have been among the first
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date II President Black-Out Dial Wristwatch Ref 218238
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
bezel (41mm diameter). Rolex Blackout dial (black with black Arabic numerals). 18k yellow gold President
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch with Original Birch Wood Dial circa 1980s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Day-Date wristwatch, Ref. 18038, "Single Quick" with an original birch wood
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Presidential Day Date Double Quick Set Wristwatch Ref 18238
By Rolex
Located in Cape May, NJ
Rolex Presidential Model: 18238 Double Quick Set E Serial Number Circa 1990/1991 No Box or
Category

1990s American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch with Bronze-Tone Dial Ref 1601 circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
, yet at a far more modest price. 18k yellow gold.
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold and Diamond Day-Date Watch with Special Dial Ref 1803
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A very unusual variation of the classic Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date wristwatch, Ref. 1803
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Blue Vignette Diamond Dial Bark Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 18248
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
. Bark finish Day-Dates are no longer offered by Rolex and have a distinctive vintage aesthetic. For
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch with Baguette Ruby and Diamond circa 1980s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A very rare and exclusive 18k yellow gold Day-Date wristwatch, Ref. 18038, with a diamond string
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch with Tiger s Eye Dial Ref 1603 circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Datejusts in gold, particularly those pieces with special dials are becoming so popular with enthusiasts
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Tiger s Eye, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold President Day-Date Lilac Stone Carousel Wristwatch Ref 118238
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
, Quickset, sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel (36mm diameter). Genuine Rolex Lilac
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Ceramic Bezel GMT-Master II Automatic Wristwatch Ref 116718
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex GMT-Master II Men's 18k Yellow Gold Watch 116718 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Rolex Yellow Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of rolex yellow gold you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 3385 vintage editions and 1125 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of rolex yellow gold 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. A choice in our collection of rolex yellow gold can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 577, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also baguette cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. Finding an object in our assortment of rolex yellow gold for sale for men should be easy, but there are 1889 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.

How Much is a Rolex Yellow Gold?

The price for a piece of rolex yellow gold starts at $950 and tops out at $1,299,558 with these watches, on average, selling for $9,450.

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.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    There is no single rarest Rolex face, as the availability of the luxury watchmaker's timepieces does vary in response to changes in collecting trends. However, some faces are generally rarer than others due to limited production, age and other factors. Examples of such dials include those made of meteorite, onyx, malachite, bloodstone, tiger's eye, coral, wood and lapis lazuli. Find a wide range of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    What is the cheapest Rolex ever made may vary over time as the luxury maker introduces new models. However, some watches made by Rolex are generally considered entry-level models based on their price points. These include the Oyster Perpetual, the DateJust 36mm, the Explorer 36mm, the Air King and the Milgaus. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of Rolex watches.
  • 1stDibs 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.