Rolex Watches
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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Creator: Rolex
Ladies Rolex President 18k Gold Diamond Watch 69138
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Ladies Rolex President 18k Gold Diamond Watch 69138 - Automatic winding, Quickset date, sapphire crystal. President. 18k yellow gold case and factory diamond bezel (26mm diameter). V...
Category
20th Century Swiss Rolex Watches
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Silvered Dial and Gilt Markers
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex 18Kt Gold Ladies Modernist Style for Serpico
Laino Diamond Bezel 1960
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 106
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold / Factory Diamond Bezel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Dia...
Category
1960s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Rolex Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm "Lug Tip to ...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Day Date President 18238 36mm Champagne Tapestry Dial 18k Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 18238
Serial: E19****
Year: 1990
Model: Rolex Day Date President
Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Band: 18k Yellow Gold President
Bezel: 18k Yello...
Category
1990s Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yacht-Master White Dial 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Pre Owned Vintage Rolex Model Yacht-Master 169628 Serial/Year Pre-Owned Case Diameter 40 mm Dial White
Automatic 2235 movement, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, waterproof, screw...
Category
1990s Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Submariner 116613LN 40mm Steel 18K Yellow Gold Black Dial Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with original box and papers. 1-year seller warranty.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Submariner 116613LN Steel 18K Yellow Gold Black Dial Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Box and papers included.
🕰️ Basic Information
Brand: Rolex
Model: Submariner Date
Model Number: 116613LN
Department: Men
Style: Luxury
Count...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Day-Date 18039 Blue Dial 18K White Gold Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Day-Date 18039 Mens Watch. 36mm 18K white gold case. 18K white gold fluted bezel. Blue dial with luminous hands and index hour marker. Minute markers on the outer dial. Date di...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Dress Watch circa 1950 with Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold / Set with Vintage Rose Cut Stones .75Cts.
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZ...
Category
1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Rolex Datejust 80s Ref 16233 Automatic Gold Two Tone White Roman Numeral
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16233 automatic two tone with a white roman numeral dial on a jubilee bracelet from the 1990s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Mea...
Category
1980s Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31mm Turquoise Blue Dial Steel Watch 277200
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31mm Turquoise Blue Dial Steel Watch 277200. This watch is one of the most desirable colors in this category. Brand new never been used with a white tag attach...
Category
2010s Rolex Watches
Materials
Turquoise, Steel
Vintage Rolex Datejust 1964 Reference 1603
By Rolex
Located in Tucson, AZ
Vintage 1964 Rolex Datejust with Papers, Custom Jubilee Bracelet
An iconic classic, this vintage Rolex Datejust from 1964 offers timeless style an...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16014 Siver Linen Dial Steel Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16014 Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case. 18K white gold fluted bezel. Silver linen dial with luminous steel hands and index hour markers. Minute m...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Rolex President Day-Date Men
s 18k Gold Watch 18038
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex President Day-Date Men's 18k Gold Watch 18038 - Automatic winding; quick-set; sapphire crystal. President - Day-Date. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel ( 36 mm). Champagne...
Category
20th Century Swiss Rolex Watches
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 1992 18K Gold - 16518
By Rolex
Located in Vannes, FR
The Rolex Daytona chronograph in 18K yellow gold, manufactured in 1992, is an exceptional timepiece that combines timeless elegance with technical excellence. This iconic model, refe...
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold
$27,098 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex GMT-Master II Yellow Gold Green Dial
Black Ceramic Bezel Oyster Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
18k yellow gold case with a 18k yellow gold rolex oyster bracelet. Bi-directional rotating, 18k yellow gold bezel. Green dial with yellow gold tone hands and luminous dots hour markers. Dial Tyle Analog. Luminescent hand and dial markers. Date display at the 3 o'clock position. automatic movement. scratch resistant sapphire crystal . case diameter 40mm. case thickness 12mm. round case shape. deployment clasp. waster resistant at 100 meters/ 330 feet. functions: date, hour, minute, second. luxury watch style. watch label. swiss made.
Rolex Model 277200...
Category
2010s Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
1981 Rolex Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Watch 6917 Jubilee Band 26mm #20298
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1981 Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Rolex
Model: 6917
Serial: 6773423
This Rolex ladies Datejust is set in 18K yellow gold.
41.7 dwt / 64.85 g
Jubilee band with deployment clasp. Fits up...
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold
New Rolex Daytona 126518LN 18K Yellow Gold Paul Newman Dial Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with original box and papers.
Rolex Daytona — Model 126518LN (2024)
Men’s Luxury Chronograph Yellow Gold Black Dial Oysterflex Rubber Strap
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41 Oystersteel Green Dial
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The watch is brand new comes with full set with box and warranty card. The watch does not come with the white serial tag or the bezel protector. The stickers were removed at the time...
Category
2010s Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Rare Day-Date Platinum Omani Khanjar Dial 1804
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare and important Rolex Omani Day-Date 1804, available now at our Showroom, London.
This exquisite timepiece, crafted from opulent platinum, is one of very few pieces which were ...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Rolex Daytona reference 11651, 18ct White Gold, Panda Dial, Full Set, 2002
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our iconic Rolex Daytona reference 116519 features an 18ct white gold 40mm case, Racing / Panda dial with Rolex leather strap and 18ct white gold folding clasp. This example is prese...
Category
Early 2000s Rolex Watches
Rolex Milgauss 116400GV Black Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Milgauss 116400GV Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case and smooth bezel. Black dial with luminous silver-tone hands and index hour markers. Minute markers around the outer dia...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rolex Watches
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 69173 Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 69173 Ladies Watch. 26mm stainless steel case. 18k yellow gold fluted bezel. Champagne dial with yellow gold hands and original factory diamond set ho...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
NEW Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41mm 134300 Steel Pistachio Dial Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with original box and papers.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1946
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 9488
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1946
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm "Lug Tip to Lug ...
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust Midsize 31mm Grey Floral Motif Dial Oyster Steel Watch 178240
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
This Rolex Datejust 31mm features a grey floral dial and a stainless steel Oyster bracelet. It fitted with a smooth stainless steel bezel. The Datejust is one of Rolex’s oldest colle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Rolex Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
1988 Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel White Roman Automatic Men
s Watch 16234
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This 1988 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 16234 features a stainless-steel case paired with an 18k white gold fluted bezel an...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Sea-Dweller w/ Oyster Bracelet Ref. 16600
By Rolex
Located in Central
Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex
Model: 16600
Year: 1991’s
Serial number: N4XXXXX
Reference: C04779
Case: Show sign of wear with slight polish from previous; inner case back stamped 16600
Dial...
Category
1990s Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Antique c1915 Rolex W&D 9K 375 Rose Gold 28mm Hinged Round Case Ladies
Watch
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This sophisticated ladies’ timepiece is an antique Rolex watch from circa 1915,
yet it’s in beautiful original condition & in great working order
This exquisite timepiece feature...
Category
1910s Swiss Edwardian Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Rolex GMT Master II Pepsi 16750
By Rolex
Located in Tucson, AZ
This rare Rolex GMT features its original iconic red and blue “Pepsi” bezel insert with a beautiful patina. Throughout the watch you will see a consistent patina with all original pa...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Ladies Datejust 6905 26mm Champagne Dial 18k Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 6905
Serial: 359****
Year: 1974
Model: Rolex Ladies Datejust
Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Band: 18k Yellow Gold
Bezel: 18k Yellow Gold Flute...
Category
1970s Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Day-Date 40mm Blue Ombré Dial Diamond Bezel White Gold Watch 228349RBR
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
The Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 40 in 18ct white gold with a blue ombré dial, diamond-set bezel and a President bracelet. Gem-setters, like sculptors, finely carve the precious metal t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex 14Kt Solid Gold Ladies Art Deco Tank Style Watch circa 1950
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 4391 Ladies Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm "...
Category
1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Coral Red Dial 124300
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41mm Coral Red Dial 124300 2021 is in overall excellent pre-owned condition.
Comes with new card.
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41 reference 124300 with “Coral Red” dial. This watch is 2021 model which features the new generation caliber 3230. The size has also been increased from 39mm to 41mm, but at the same time, the lugs have been refined and made slimmer. An upgrade for this watch is also the fact that it is equipped with an Easylink extension system.
The watch has a striking and bold red/orange dial which is extremely unique and reminiscent of the vintage Rolex Stella...
Category
2010s Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Coral, Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Double Red Sea Dweller 1665 RARE MK 3 Dial with PATINA 40mm Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1665
Serial: 354****
Year: 1974
Model: Vintage Rolex Double Red Sea Dweller
Case Material: Stainless Steel
...
Category
1970s Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Men
s Rolex President - Day-Date Watch 18238 Champagne Dial
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Men's Rolex President - Day-Date Watch 18238 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset day/date, sapphire crystal. President. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel ( 36 mm). Champagn...
Category
20th Century Swiss Rolex Watches
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 35mm 14k Gold SS Mens 1970s Automatic RA624B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's 14k and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1500 Date automatic, c.1974, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeou...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
$5,360 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Daytona 16519
Zenith
18K White Gold MOP Diamond W/Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Daytona White Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Mens Watch 16519. Officially certified chronometer self-winding movement. 18K white gold case, 40.0 mm in diameter. Special scre...
Category
1990s Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Pearlmaster 29mm MOP Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 80318
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Pearlmaster Yellow Gold MOP Diamond Ladies Watch 80318. 18k yellow gold oyster case 29 mm in diameter. Rolex logo on a crown. Original Rolex factory diamond bezel. Scratch-resi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Rolex Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1503 34mm 14k Solid Gold Mens 1970s Automatic RA692
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref.1503 solid 14k gold automatic, c.1978, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Role...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
14k Gold
$10,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Date 15238 34mm Champagne Dial 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Box Paper 2002
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 15238
Serial: P28****
Year: 2002
Model: Rolex Date
Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Band: 18k Yellow Gold Oyster
Bezel: 18k Yellow Gold Fluted
...
Category
Early 2000s Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960
s Rolex Ladies Dress Watch, Silver Dial - 14K White Gold
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU?
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1960s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
White Gold
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Men
s Steel
Gold Watch 116523
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Men's Steel
Gold Watch 116523 - Automatic winding, chronograph, 44 jewels, sapphire crystal. Daytona. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold beel (4...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Rolex Watches
Rolex Bubbleback 1946 Steel Automatic Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1946 Rolex Reference 3130 "Bubbleback" 31 M.M Stainless Steel 2 piece Oyster case, caliber 630, 17 jewel Automatic Self winding movement, Quality Redone as original Black dial ...
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Datejust Automatic Stainless Steel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
The Rolex 1995 Oyster Perpetual Datejust is a classic example of Rolex's timeless elegance and durability. Reference number 16233 and case size 36mm, the attractive fluted bezel and ...
Category
1990s Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, Steel
Vintage Rolex Day Date 36MM 18038 Walnut Birch Wood Dial Bark 18K Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: RolexÂ
Gender: Men Â
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold
Diameter:Â 36.00 mm
Weight:Â 123.56 grams
ROLEX Gent's 18K yellow gold, ROLEX Swiss-made wristwatch. Engraved with "18K" and "750". The "ROLEX " trademark (or hallmark) can also be found on the item.Â
Rare 1980 Rolex Day Date...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Rolex Watch. Diamond Bezel 1971 Ladies Manual ROLEX 2611 Precision
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1976.Â
1400 Caliber Rolex Movement Ref. 2611.
Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism.Â
Pristine Cond...
Category
1970s Modern Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Cellini Ref 4233 2000s Manual Wind Black Arabic Numeral Dial 34mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a Rolex Cellini reference 4233 in 18k white gold two tone (rose gold bezel) manual wind with a black dial and applied Arabic numerals from the early 2000s. Comes with a copy o...
Category
Early 2000s Rolex Watches
Rolex Datejust 69238 Diamond Anniversary Dial Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 69238 Ladies Watch. 26mm 18K yellow gold case with factory diamond set. 18K yellow gold fluted bezel with factory diamond set. Silver Anniversary dial...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Vintage Rolex Day Date Ref 18038 80s Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold 36mm Case.
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Day Date reference 18038 automatic (single quick) with a champagne sunburst dial in 18K yellow gold from the 1980s. Measurements include a 36mm case, 20mm lug ...
Category
1980s Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 69178 Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 69178 Ladies Watch. 26mm 18K yellow gold case. 18K yellow gold bezel. Champagne Linen dial with gold hands and index hour markers. Minute markers on t...
Category
20th Century Rolex Watches
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Black Dial circa, 1970
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 3...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Datejust 80s Ref 16013 Automatic Gold Two Tone Blue Buckley Dial 3
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16013 automatic two tone with a blue "Buckley" roman numeral dial on a jubilee bracelet from the 80s. Keeps great time and is fully function...
Category
1980s Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic icon, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1967, unrestored, all original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gor...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,440 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage 14k ROLEX Watch. Rolex 14k YG Dress Watch 1950s.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage 1950s Rolex Mens Watch
14k Yellow Gold Case
Windup Movement. Runs well.
1215 Movement
17Jewel
Circa 1950s
Beautiful Watch.
New Genuine Gucci Leather band.
34mm round ...
Category
1950s Modern Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 14Kt. Rare "Bubble Back" with Original Dial and Rolex Signed Bracelet 1948
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual "Bubble Back" / Reference 5011
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1948
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Lengt...
Category
1940s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Rolex Submariner Date 41mm 126613LB Unworn 2025
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 41mm Submariner Date 126613LB by Rolex, available now at our Showroom in London.
Crafted from oystersteel and 18k yellow gold, this timepiece features a royal blue dial with lumin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Precision 12325 Gold Manual Wind Sub Dial On Leather Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex Precision 12325 manual-wind watch in yellow gold featuring calibre 710 movement with off-white dial and subsidiary seconds. Black leather aftermarket strap, unsigned cr...
Category
1940s Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches
Materials
Gold
Vintage 1986 Rolex DateJust Model 16013 Stainless 18K Yellow Gold Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Rolex
Model: DateJust 16013
Year: 1986
Material: Stainless Steel and 18k Yellow GoldÂ
Dial: Champagne Stick
Case Measurement: 36mm
Movement: Automatic
Condition: Very Good, li...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Rolex Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes. All modern Rolex watches, including the Datejust, are built with a water-resistant Oyster case that can be worn in the shower, a pool or even the ocean. Rolex warns wearers to ensure that the winding crown is screwed down tightly before swimming with their watch and recommends rinsing with fresh water after ocean exposure. Vintage watches may need refurbishing before water exposure to ensure the water-resistant features are still intact. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Rolex watches from some top worldwide sellers.
- Can a Rolex watch get wet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, you can get your Rolex watch wet. All modern Rolex watches are built with a water-resistant Oyster case. Rolex warns wearers to securely screw down the winding crown before any water exposure. If you have a vintage Rolex, you may need to have the water-resistant features refurbished before water exposure. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Does a Rolex hold value?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, a Rolex watch generally holds its value over time. To ensure that your watch retains its worth, clean it regularly using a microfiber cloth. Also, follow the service guidelines recommended by Rolex. Most timepieces made by the brand require routine service once every 10 years. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Rolex watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The only battery-powered Rolex watch is the Rolex Oysterquartz model, which is no longer in production, although you can still find these watches in the second-hand market. All other Rolex watches are powered by the brand’s patented Perpetual rotor. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches, including the rare Oysterquartz, from reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Are Rolex watches waterproof?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, all Rolex watches offer some degree of waterproof protection. Oyster Perpetual models can hold up to submersion in depths of up to 330 feet, while Cellini watches have a waterproof rating of 164 feet. Rolex watches come with specific details about the level of waterproof protection they offer. Find a large collection of Rolex on 1stDibs.
- Are Rolex watches heavy?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Determining if a Rolex watch is heavy depends on the wearer and the watch model. Some people report that Rolex watches feel heavier than other brands because of the quality metals used, such as gold, platinum and stainless steel. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Are Rolex watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Rolex watches are automatic. They run on a perpetual rotor that uses the movement of the wearer’s wrist to transfer energy to the mainspring of the watch. In fact, a ticking Rolex could indicate a fake! Shop professionally vetted Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To check if a Rolex is real, first find the serial number. Genuine Rolex watches have their serial and model numbers deeply engraved into the metal between the lugs attaching the band to the body, whereas fakes often just have them etched on with acid. The watch's serial number, which can be used to determine its production date, is located on the six o'clock side. Checking the serial number against trusted online resources can help you decide if it is authentic. Next, examine the dial. All the lettering on the face of a Rolex watch should be crisp and exactingly clean. It should be centered and perfectly aligned without inconsistent spacing, blurs, splotches or misspellings. A big red flag is ink bleeding, which results from the cheaper printing methods employed for Rolex replicas. If you'd like a professional opinion as to the authenticity of your watch, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Rolex watches.
- How are Rolex watches powered?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most Rolex watches are powered by a Perpetual rotor which gently swings as you move your arm, transferring energy to the mainspring of the watch. This means that most Rolex watches are powered by the wearer’s movement. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Rolex watches from some top global sellers.
- Did Rolex make a quartz watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Rolex made the Oysterquartz watch starting in the 1970s. Not many were made, with around an estimated 25,000 models making it to market. Shop a range of expertly vetted Rolex watches from top boutiques worldwide on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Rolex joined the quartz movement popular in the 1960s and 1970s. The first Rolex quartz watch was the Date 5100. The company then released the Oysterquartz Datejust and the Oysterquartz Date-Date models. Very few Date 5100s were released, and the Oysterquartz models were only produced for 25 years. Find a collection of expertly vetted Rolex watches, including rare Oysterquartz models, from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, all Rolex products have a serial number. You can find it engraved along the side closest to the six o’clock mark. If your Rolex is missing a serial number, it is likely not authentic. On 1stDibs you can shop a wide range of expertly vetted Rolex products from some of the best boutiques around the world.
- Can I wear a Rolex every day?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, you can wear a Rolex every day. This durable and high-quality timepiece is meant to withstand everyday use and wear. Shop a large collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Can I trace a Rolex watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, a Rolex watch can be traced through the serial number. Rolex keeps a record of each watch sold, and the buyer or the gift recipient is given a guarantee card with information on that watch, including the serial number. If your watch is stolen or lost, you can contact a Rolex retailer and report this information. You will be notified if the watch is subsequently brought into any of their service networks. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 26, 2024To know if a Rolex watch is real, you’ll want to look at several factors. For one, if a Rolex is $50 or less, it’s certainly not genuine. Additionally, if a Rolex watch is real, it will have its serial and model numbers deeply engraved into the metal between the lugs attaching the band to the body (fakes often just have them etched on with acid). Real Rolex movements are self-winding and mechanical, as opposed to quartz or battery-powered. The lettering is also a reliable tell: All lettering on the face of a Rolex watch should have an exquisitely crisp appearance. It should be centered and perfectly aligned without inconsistent spacing, blurs, splotches or misspellings. On 1stDibs, you can find vintage Rolex watches for sale from expertly vetted sellers.
- How do I change a Rolex band?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Insert a Rolex spring bar tool into the lug holes, or alternatively, the gaps for the spring bars at the end of the band. Gently retract the spring bar by pressing it with the tool until the band dislodges. Put the new band onto the spring bar. Line up the spring bar with the lugs and use the tool to navigate it into place until it clicks securely. Browse for authenticated Rolex timepieces and bands on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A contemporary Rolex Yacht Master costs around $11,000. However, a vintage model can cost up to $30,000.
- Can I overwind a Rolex?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, you can't overwind a Rolex watch. The winding crown only continues to wind the watch until it reaches its limit. At that point, the winding crown disengages and continuing to turn the crown won't keep winding the watch. Shop a wide range of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- Does Rolex make quartz watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, Rolex doesn't currently make quartz watches. However, the company did in the past. The Rolex Oysterquartz is the name of that timepiece, which debuted in 1977. Rolex produced three models of the watch over a 25-year period and sold about 25,000 of them. Shop a range of Rolex quartz watches on 1stDibs.
- Does Rolex use real jewels?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024Yes, Rolex uses real jewels. For its movements, the Swiss luxury watchmaker usually uses human-made rubies. Although they're created in a laboratory and not mined, these gemstones are real. Gemstones used as visible accents on Rolex timepieces are generally natural stones that meet high quality standards. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Rolex watches.
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