What is the value of a Rolex Oyster Perpetual?

The popular Rolex Oyster Perpetual is usually between $5,900 and $6,600 in price.

Does Rolex use real diamonds?

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.

How much gold is in a Rolex Submariner?

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.

How much is the new Rolex Submariner?

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.

How much is a platinum Rolex watch?

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.

How much is a Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date worth?

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.

How do I wind a Rolex watch?

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.

Is Panerai better than Rolex?

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.

What does Oyster Perpetual mean on a Rolex watch?

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.

What size is a 126000 Rolex?

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.

Is the Rolex 126000 discontinued?

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.

How much is a Rolex Yacht Master?

A contemporary Rolex Yacht Master costs around $11,000. However, a vintage model can cost up to $30,000.

Does Rolex make sunglasses?

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.

How to wind a datejust rolex?

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.

What is the best Rolex for a lady?

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.

What is the most expensive Rolex?

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.

Is the Rolex Oyster Perpetual worth it?

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.

What is the cheapest Rolex?

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.

How much is the cheapest Rolex watch? DISABLED for question id 2075512

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.

What diamonds do Rolex use?

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.

Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Ruby And Gold Art Deco Watch

Fancy Lugs

Rolex Ultra Prima

Rolex 15 Jewels

Vintage Rose Gold Rolex

1930s Watch

Rolex Tonneau

Rolex Tudor

Category

1930s Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1930's Manual Rolex Wristwatch

Vintage Rolex Precision Watch

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

A men's vintage 1938 33mm Rolex Precision in stainless steel. Featuring a silver dial with applied

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Precision Watch

Dm 1.3 in

Rolex Prince "Railway" Chronometer Watch 9K Yellow Gold

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This is a rare Rolex Prince "Railway" watch. This model was given this name due to the fact that

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Prince "Railway" Chronometer Watch 9K Yellow Gold

H 1.38 in W 0.79 in

Rolex Chromium Marconi Hermetic Manual Wind Watch, circa 1930s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex / Marconi STYLE / REFERENCE: Hermetic METAL / MATERIAL: Chromium CIRCA: 1930

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex Chromium Marconi Hermetic Manual Wind Watch, circa 1930s

Dm 1.15 in

Antique Rolex Oyster Pioneer Watch Face Chronograph Manual Wind

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

, this vintage watch is a testament to Rolex's renowned precision and durability. The Oyster Pioneer case

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Oyster Pioneer Watch Face Chronograph Manual Wind

Antique Rolex Oyster Pioneer Watch Face Chronograph Manual Wind

W 1.11 in

Vintage Rolex Royalite Watch 2280 Circa 1939

By Rolex

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Vintage Rolex Royalite Watch 2280 Circa 1939 Description / Condition: All watches have been

Category

1930s Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Royalite Watch 2280 Circa 1939

Dm 1.2 in

Vintage Rolex Ref 2387, 9K Yellow Gold Tonneau with Art Deco Dial, H/M UK 1930

By Rolex

Located in Canterbury, England

Our wonderful vintage Rolex features a 9k yellow gold stepped tonneau shaped case with manual wind

Category

1930s Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Vintage Rolex Ref 2387, 9K Yellow Gold Tonneau with Art Deco Dial, H/M UK 1930

1937 Rolex Ref 3647 Very Rare Antique Manual Wind Watch

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

Extremely Rare 1930s Rolex Precision Model 3647 Manual Wind Square Watch This late 1930s Rolex

Category

1930s Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Stainless Steel

1937 Rolex Ref 3647 Very Rare Vintage Manual Wind Watch

1937 Rolex Ref 3647 Very Rare Antique Manual Wind Watch

H 1.03 in

1938 lady's Rolex 9K Yellow Gold Mechanical Watch Factory Marked Case & Works

By Rolex

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1938 lady's Rolex 9K Yellow Gold Watch Mechanical Watch Wrist Length 6.25 inch Marking "Rolex

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Yellow Gold

1938 lady's Rolex 9K Yellow Gold Mechanical Watch Factory Marked Case & Works

V Rare Rolex Prince Art-Deco c1939 Observatory Grade Rose Gold “Doctors” Watch

By Rolex

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

is referred as “doctor’s watch”) The timepiece is powered by Rolex Prima manual (hand-winding

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Rose Gold

V Rare Rolex Prince Art-Deco c1939 Observatory Grade Rose Gold “Doctors” Watch

H 1.62 in W 0.79 in

Rolex 1930s Ladies Rose Gold and Steel Oyster Case Manual Wind Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1930s Rolex Oyster Wrist Watch, 24 M.M. Rose Gold top with Steel back oyster Case and curved

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex 1930s Ladies Rose Gold and Steel Oyster Case Manual Wind Wrist Watch

Rolex Steel Oyster Raleigh with Original Patinated Dial 1930's Oyster

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

COMMITMENT This is a rare little watch by Rolex. It is part of the Tudor series but it signed Rolex Geneve

Category

1940s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex Steel Oyster Raleigh with Original Patinated Dial 1930's Oyster

Fine & Rare Rolex Royal Art-Deco c1939 S/Steel Manual 15 Jewels 30mm Mens' Watch

By Rolex

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

This fine & rare Art-Deco Rolex Royal S/Steel wristwatch, dating back to circa 1939, featuring

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Stainless Steel

Fine & Rare Rolex Royal Art-Deco c1939 S/Steel Manual 15 Jewels 30mm Mens' Watch

Dm 1.19 in

Rolex Tudor Vintage Rose Gold Wrist Watch

By Tudor

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1930 Tudor Rolex Wrist Watch, 33 x 27 M.M. 9k Rose Gold Tonneau shape 3 piece case. 15 Jewel

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Tudor Vintage Rose Gold Wrist Watch

Rolex, Art Deco, Gold Wristwatch 1938

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

” for the Rolex Watch Company Ltd and "31 Records Universels” (World’s Records), Geneva, Suisse

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Gold

Rolex, Art Deco, Gold Wristwatch 1938

W 0.87 in D 0.28 in L 1.42 in

ROLEX REF. 3361, PRINCE AERODYNAMIC, Art Deco REF. 3361, 18K PINK GOLD

By Rolex

Located in Santa Monica, CA

in Geneva by Favre Perret (key 115) The price is firm. Essay: Rolex Prince 3361; Art Deco watch

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

ROLEX REF. 3361, PRINCE AERODYNAMIC, Art Deco REF. 3361, 18K PINK GOLD

H 0.44 in W 0.75 in L 1.78 in

Rolex Prince 1490 9k Yellow and White Gold

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

A vintage 9k yellow and white gold Rolex Prince ref: 1490, another fine example of a rare Rolex

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Prince 1490 9k Yellow and White Gold

W 0.95 in

Rolex 9Kt Solid Gold Two Tone Prince with Kiln Fired Enamel Printing 1938

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Prince / Reference 971 METAL / MATERIAL

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Gold

Rolex 9Kt Solid Gold Two Tone Prince with Kiln Fired Enamel Printing 1938

Rolex Egyptian Rose Gold & Steel Oyster with Factory Original Dial circa 1938

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Egyptian Model METAL / MATERIAL: Rose Gold

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Egyptian Rose Gold & Steel Oyster with Factory Original Dial circa 1938

Rolex 9Ct. Prince in Nearly New Condition Silver Enamel Dial from 1935 or 36

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Prince Model METAL / MATERIAL: 9KT Yellow

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex 9Ct. Prince in Nearly New Condition Silver Enamel Dial from 1935 or 36

W 0.63 in

Rolex Chronometer "Northern Goldsmiths" – 1939 Vintage 9K Gold Manual-Wind Watch

Located in Encino, CA

Rolex’s transition into high-precision chronometer watches. Condition: • Dial: Original, unrestored, with

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Gold

Rolex Chronometer "Northern Goldsmiths" – 1939 Vintage 9K Gold Manual-Wind Watch

H 0.4 in Dm 1.19 in

Recent Sales

Vintage Rolex Prince Observatory Doctor's Stainless Steel Watch, 1930s

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1930's Vintage Rolex Prince Observatory Steel Doctor's watch with Two Tone Silver and Gray Dial

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Vintage Rolex Prince Observatory Doctor's Stainless Steel Watch, 1930s

Vintage Rolex Ladies 9 Karat Rose Gold Watch, 1930s

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1930's Vintage Rolex Ladies 9K Rose Gold watch with Gold Dial with Black Arabic 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Vintage Rolex Ladies 9 Karat Rose Gold Watch, 1930s

Rolex Brevet 6482 Men's Hand Winding Vintage Year 1939 Watch Cream Dial SS

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Brevet 6482 Mens Hand Winding Vintage Watch Year 1933 Cream Dial SS 34mm

Category

1930s Modern Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex Brevet 6482 Men's Hand Winding Vintage Year 1939 Watch Cream Dial SS

Rolex Datejust 6305, Case, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Datejust Reference #:6305. Rolex Datejust Bubbleback Vintage 6305 Mens Automatic Two Tone

Category

1930s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex Datejust 6305, Case, Certified and Warranty

Dm 1.42 in

Rolex Datejust 6305, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Datejust Reference #: 6305. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Beige 36 MM

Category

1930s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex Datejust 6305, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

Dm 1.42 in

Rolex Vintage Collection 6482, Off White Dial, Certified

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Vintage Collection Reference #: 6482. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Stainless Steel Off

Category

1930s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex Vintage Collection 6482, Off White Dial, Certified

Dm 1.34 in

Vintage 1930's Manual Rolex Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

This is an 18ct yellow Rolex Officially Certified Chronometer from the 1930's. The watch has an

Category

1930s Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1930's Manual Rolex Wristwatch

Rolex Prince Imperial Observatory Quality Bi-Colour Gold Dress Pocket Watch 1930

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Rolex Prince Imperial 9ct Bi-Colour Gold Keyless Lever Dress Pocket Watch with Glasgow import

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Prince Imperial Observatory Quality Bi-Colour Gold Dress Pocket Watch 1930

Dm 1.74 in

Rolex Art Deco Cocktail Watch

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

A Rolex, Art Deco, diamond cocktail watch, with eight-cut diamonds grain set around the hexagonal

Category

1930s American Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rolex Art Deco Cocktail Watch

Rolex Sterling Silver Manual wind Purse Watch, Circa 1930s

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Sterling Silver Purse Watch - Manual winding ; 17 jeweled. Silver ( 30 mm x 36 mm ). White

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex Sterling Silver Manual wind Purse Watch, Circa 1930s

Rolex Ghisò Prince Imperial Rare Art Deco Pocket Watch ca.1930's/40's

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

numerals above the subseconds dial. Pre-owned, vintage, ca. 1930's-40's. Retailed by high-end jeweler

Category

20th Century Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ghisò Prince Imperial Rare Art Deco Pocket Watch ca.1930's/40's

W 1.46 in L 1.58 in

ROLEX Yellow Gold Prince Doctor's Watch circa 1930s

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Rolex Prince chronometer, Ref. 1490, doctor's wristwatch, 18k yellow gold flared case, 18-jewel

Category

1930s Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

18k Gold

ROLEX Yellow Gold Prince Doctor's Watch circa 1930s

W 1 in

Rolex 14Kt. Solid White Gold Art Deco Tank Style with Original Dial from 1930's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex 14Kt. Solid White Gold Art Deco Tank Style with Original Dial from 1930's

Rolex Yellow Gold Pocket Watch with Black Dial Ref 3071 circa 1930s

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Rolex pocket watches are quite scarce to begin with and this is an example that offers a rare

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Pocket Watch with Black Dial Ref 3071 circa 1930s

Rolex Precision Rose Gold Cream Enamel Dial Tear Drop Lugs Manual Wind Watch

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

fixed 18k rose gold smooth bezel, 18k rose gold tear drop lugs, a brown leather strap (not by Rolex

Category

1930s Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Precision Rose Gold Cream Enamel Dial Tear Drop Lugs Manual Wind Watch

Dm 1.34 in

Rolex Oyster, Vintage Manual Winding Wristwatch, 1930s

By Rolex

Located in Braintree, GB

Rolex Oyster, Vintage manual winding wristwatch. 1930's Case : Stainless Steel Original Rolex

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex Oyster, Vintage Manual Winding Wristwatch, 1930s

ROLEX 1930s Rare Art Deco Octagonal Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

14 karat yellow gold vintage Rolex wristwatch with an unusual octagonal case and rare luminous dial

Category

1930s Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

14k Gold

ROLEX 1930s Rare Art Deco Octagonal Wristwatch

Rolex Yellow Gold Prince Railway Manual Wristwatch Ref L 862

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Prince Railway Ref L 862 Men's Watch - Manual winding. Gold case ( 20 mm x 37 m ). White dial

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex Yellow Gold Prince Railway Manual Wristwatch Ref L 862

Art Deco Platinum Ladies Rolex Wristwatch, Set with Diamonds, Made in 1930s

By Rolex

Located in Braintree, GB

Art Deco platinum ladies Rolex wristwatch, set with diamonds, made in 1930's. Rolex case hallmarked

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Ladies Rolex Wristwatch, Set with Diamonds, Made in 1930s

Rolex Gold Jump Hour Railway Prince Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

warranty. N.B. This is a fine and early example of the Rolex Jump Hour Railway Prince. This watch is real

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Gold Jump Hour Railway Prince Wristwatch

H 1.66 in W 0.99 in

Rolex Nickel Sporting Prince Chronometer Travel Clock

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

A Nickel Sporting Prince Chronometer Travel Clock 1561, silvered dial with index batons and arabic numbers at 3, 6, 9 and 12 0'clock, blue steel hands, small seconds sub dial, a brus...

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Other

Rolex Nickel Sporting Prince Chronometer Travel Clock

W 1.97 in L 1.56 in

Rolex Stainless Steel and Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in San Francisco, CA

Rolex stainless steel and gold Oyster Perpetual bubble back wristwatch, 34mm diameter case, on a 8

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel and Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch

Rolex Nickel Sporting Prince Chronometer Vintage Travel Clock 1561

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

A Nickel Sporting Prince Chronometer Travel Clock 1561, silvered dial with index batons and arabic numbers at 3, 6, 9 and 12 0'clock, blue steel hands, small seconds sub dial, a brus...

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Other

Rolex Nickel Sporting Prince Chronometer Vintage Travel Clock 1561

W 1.97 in L 1.56 in

Rolex 1930s Eaton Quarter Century Club Gold Cased Dr's Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1930s Rolex ( Prince ) Ref 971 Eaton Quarter Century Club Dr's Wrist Watch, Presented for

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex 1930s Eaton Quarter Century Club Gold Cased Dr's Wristwatch

Rolex Yellow Gold Hooded Lugs Vintage Art Deco Wristwatch, 1937

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

, marked “RWC LTD” for the Rolex Watch Company Ltd and “27 Records Universels”. Hallmarked for Glasgow

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Hooded Lugs Vintage Art Deco Wristwatch, 1937

W 0.87 in L 1.46 in

Rolex Steel Air King with Black Finish and Custom Made Dial, Mid 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002 METAL

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex Steel Air King with Black Finish and Custom Made Dial, Mid 1960's

W 0.75 in

Vintage Rolex Precision Rose Gold Cream Enamel Dial Tear Drop Lugs Manual Wind

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

fixed 18k rose gold smooth bezel, 18k rose gold tear drop lugs, a brown leather strap (not by Rolex

Category

1930s Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Rose Gold

Vintage Rolex Precision Rose Gold Cream Enamel Dial Tear Drop Lugs Manual Wind

Dm 1.34 in

Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6582 14 Karat Yellow Gold Zephyr Dial

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Includes: -Elegant Watch Box -Certified Appraisal -6 Month Warranty

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Stainless Steel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6582 14 Karat Yellow Gold Zephyr Dial

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Champagne Dial Watch Ref. 6466

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Movement: Manual Wind Function: hours, minutes, seconds, date Case: 31mm round stainless-steel case Dial: Champagne Dial with yellow gold stick markers Band: stainless steel factory ...

Category

1930s Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Champagne Dial Watch Ref. 6466

Rolex Sterling Silver Wristwatch, 1930

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

An Art Deco wristwatch by Rolex made in 1930. Silver square shaped case marked with the “RWC Ltd

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Rolex Sterling Silver Wristwatch, 1930

W 1.3 in L 1.07 in

Rolex Art Deco Gold Wristwatch, 1930

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

An Art Deco vintage wristwatch by Rolex made in 1930. A rare and unusually large size for a watch

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

9k Gold

Rolex Art Deco Gold Wristwatch, 1930

W 1.03 in L 1.62 in

Rolex Prince Brancard, Art Deco, Silver, 1930

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

A very rare, fine and well-preserved Art Deco vintage wristwatch in silver by Rolex made in 1930

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Silver

Rolex Prince Brancard, Art Deco, Silver, 1930

W 0.99 in D 0.32 in L 1.7 in

Rolex Sterling Silver Art Deco Wristwatch, 1930

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

A rare black dial Art Deco vintage wristwatch by Rolex dated 1930. Sterling silver rectangular

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Rolex Sterling Silver Art Deco Wristwatch, 1930

W 1.03 in L 1.54 in

Rolex White Gold Art Deco Wristwatch, circa 1930

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Cord Style METAL / MATERIAL

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex White Gold Art Deco Wristwatch, circa 1930

Rolex, Rose Gold, Art Deco Cushion Oyster Dated, 1930

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

An Art Deco vintage wristwatch by Rolex made in 1930. The Rolex “Oyster” the world’s first

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex, Rose Gold, Art Deco Cushion Oyster Dated, 1930

H 1.5 in W 1.26 in

Rolex Yellow Gold Tonneau Wristwatch Ref 578 circa 1930

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Rolex Yellow Gold Tonneau Wristwatch Ref 578 circa 1930 9k yellow gold tonneau case. 15-jewel

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Tonneau Wristwatch Ref 578 circa 1930

Dm 0.99 in L 1.38 in

Rolex Rose Gold Bubble Back Watch with Factory Original Patinated Dial 1930's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

: Perpetual (Automatic) Winding / 17 Jewels CIRCA: 1930'S DIAL / HANDS: Original Patinated Dial / Luminous

Category

1950s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex Rose Gold Bubble Back Watch with Factory Original Patinated Dial 1930's

Rolex Nickel Prince Drs. Watch 1930s with Silver Dial by Stern Freres

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Prince / Drs. Model METAL / MATERIAL

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex Nickel Prince Drs. Watch 1930s with Silver Dial by Stern Freres

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Octagonal Original Oversized Crown Manual Watch

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Octagon / English Patents METAL

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Octagonal Original Oversized Crown Manual Watch

Rolex 1930s Extra Athlete Model Steel Cased Mechanical Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa late 1930s Rolex Extra, also known as the Athlete model Wrist Watch, 32 M.M. Stainless Steel

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Steel

Rolex 1930s Extra Athlete Model Steel Cased Mechanical Wrist Watch

An Art-Deco 9K Gold Rolex Octagon Shaped 21mm Manual 15 jewels Ladies' Watch

By Rolex

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Elegant & Rare Gold Rolex ladies' wristwatch, dating back to an Art-Deco period - circa 1930's

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

9k Gold

An Art-Deco 9K Gold Rolex Octagon Shaped 21mm Manual 15 jewels Ladies' Watch

W 0.79 in

Fine & V Rare Art-Deco Rolex 18K Gold, Diamond, Sapphire Cocktail Ladies' Watch

By Rolex

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

ladies Rolex cocktail watch Despite its age, the timepiece is in excellent condition & in great working

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Fine & V Rare Art-Deco Rolex 18K Gold, Diamond, Sapphire Cocktail Ladies' Watch

H 1.58 in W 0.63 in

Rolex 1930s Rose Gold Ref 3121 Mid Size Mechanical Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1930s Rolex Reference 3121 Wrist Watch, 29 M.M. 14K Rose Gold 3 piece Oyster case, 17 Jewel

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex 1930s Rose Gold Ref 3121 Mid Size Mechanical Wrist Watch

Rolex 9 Carat Yellow Gold English Market Art Deco Tank Style Watch from 1939

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph Date / 815 METAL / MATERIAL

Category

1930s Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex 9 Carat Yellow Gold English Market Art Deco Tank Style Watch from 1939

Rolex Watch Co. Bubble Back 18 Karat Solid Gold Rare 3-Piece Case from 1938

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back / Reference 3131 METAL / MATERIAL

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex Watch Co. Bubble Back 18 Karat Solid Gold Rare 3-Piece Case from 1938

Rolex 9Kt Solid Gold Tonneau Shaped Art deco Watch From 1938 Engraved "A.G.H."

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Tonneau Shaped / Reference 324 METAL

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Gold

Rolex 9Kt Solid Gold Tonneau Shaped Art deco Watch From 1938 Engraved "A.G.H."

Yellow Gold Ladies Rolex Watch

Located in Hicksville, NY

14 karat Yellow Gold Ladies Rolex Art Deco Watch Item Details: Maker: ROLEX Metal Type: 14 karat

Category

1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Ladies Rolex Watch

An Art Deco 9ct Gold Ladies Rolex Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Portland, England

An elegant and classic vintage Art Deco ladies 9ct gold wristwatch. The watch featured a hexagonal

Category

1930s Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Gold

An Art Deco 9ct Gold Ladies Rolex Wristwatch

Rose Gold Rolex Wristwatch, circa 1930s

By Rolex

Located in Stamford, CT

for fine vintage watches and are not an authorized agent. The Rolex Watch Company Ltd. has no

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Rose Gold Rolex Wristwatch, circa 1930s

Rolex Art Deco Gold Wristwatch, 1933

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

with the “RWC Ltd” lozenge for the Rolex Watch Company Ltd. The snap back gold case is hallmarked for

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

9k Gold

Rolex Art Deco Gold Wristwatch, 1933

W 1.03 in D 0.28 in L 1.54 in

Art-Deco 9K Rose Gold Rolex Tonneau Case Manual 15 Rubis Ladies' Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

This Fine Rolex ladies' dress watch is from Art-Deco period, yet it's in beautiful vintage

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Rose Gold

Art-Deco 9K Rose Gold Rolex Tonneau Case Manual 15 Rubis Ladies' Wristwatch

H 1.3 in W 0.6 in

Rolex for Tudor Steel Skyline Centrograph with Original Dial 1940's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex for Tudor STYLE / REFERENCE: Skyline / Centrograph METAL / MATERIAL

Category

1930s Swiss Modernist Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex for Tudor Steel Skyline Centrograph with Original Dial 1940's

Rolex Stainless Steel Ultra Prima Wristwatch circa 1935

By Rolex

Located in Stamford, CT

Rolex manual-wind Ultra Prima Chronometre wristwatch, circa 1935. Refinished dial, 17-jewel

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Ultra Prima Wristwatch circa 1935

Rolex, Art Deco, Stainless Steel, “Railway” Model c1930

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

An Art Deco vintage wristwatch by Rolex dated Circa 1930. Model 1880 Stainless Steel case

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex, Art Deco, Stainless Steel, “Railway” Model c1930

W 0.83 in Dm 0.83 in L 1.38 in

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Lipton Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Hicksville, NY

Authentic rolex from the late 30's. This watch was created for the Canadian market. Often used as a

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Lipton Manual Wind Wristwatch

Rolex Yellow Gold Art Deco Tonneau Wristwatch, 1937

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Rolex and the “RWC Ltd” lozenge for the Rolex Watch Company Ltd. The snap back gold case is hallmarked

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Art Deco Tonneau Wristwatch, 1937

W 1.11 in L 1.34 in

Rolex Yellow Gold Art Deco Railway Mechanical Wristwatch, 1934

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Railway” model. Marked Rolex and “RWC LTD” for the Rolex Watch Company Ltd and “25 World’s Records

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Art Deco Railway Mechanical Wristwatch, 1934

W 0.79 in L 0.99 in

Rolex Yellow Gold Art Deco Articulated Lugs Chronometre Wristwatch, 1937

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

An Art Deco vintage wristwatch by Rolex made in 1937. Gold case with stepped sides, articulated

Category

1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Art Deco Articulated Lugs Chronometre Wristwatch, 1937

H 1.58 in W 0.83 in

Rolex Prince Drs. Duo Dial 1930s Wristwatch Gold Filled and Steel Case

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1930s Rolex prince Drs. Duo Dial Wrist Watch, 47 X 20 M.M. Signed Rolex Gold Filled curved

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Gold-filled, Steel

Rolex Prince Drs. Duo Dial 1930s Wristwatch Gold Filled and Steel Case

Rolex 18K. Two-Tone Striped Prince with Original Kiln Fired Print Dial from 1935

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Prince / Flared Lug METAL / MATERIAL: 18k

Category

1930s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Rolex 18K. Two-Tone Striped Prince with Original Kiln Fired Print Dial from 1935

People Also Browsed

Diamond Necklace Tiara

By Diamond Scene New York

Located in New York, NY

A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond Necklace Tiara

Tiffany & Co. Two Tone 18Kt. Yellow & Platinum Art Deco Watch from 1920's

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Haas Neveux for Tiffany & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum & Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm X Width 2...

Category

1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Tiffany & Co. Two Tone 18Kt. Yellow & Platinum Art Deco Watch from 1920's

14K White Gold Men's Vintage Longines Diamond Dial Watch

By Longines

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Men's vintage Longines wristwatch with 14k white gold case and diamond dial. The inside of the case is stamped 14k, Longines. The movement is a 17-jewel manual wind mechanism. Runs w...

Category

Mid-20th Century Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Men's Vintage Longines Diamond Dial Watch

Hermès Stainless Steel Cape Cod black alligator Quartz Wrist watch

By Hermès

Located in Paris, FR

Hermès watch model 'Cape Cod' small model. Double loop bracelet in black Mississippi alligator. Quartz movement, steel case, sapphire crystal, opaline silver metal dial. Water resist...

Category

2010s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Hermès Stainless Steel Cape Cod black alligator Quartz Wrist watch

L 15.56 in

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Brand: Rolex Department: Unisex Type: STAINLESS Bezel Color: STANLESS Dial Color: Silver Indices:12-Hour Dial Style: Dress/Formal Case Size: 36mm Features: 12-Hour Dial The Oyster Pe...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Silver

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Wrist Watch

W 1.42 in

PATEK PHILIPPE Calatrava

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

Calatrava Reference Number 3919, 18K Yellow Gold 2 Piece Case with Hobnail Bezel and 18K Chain Link Bracelet. Manual Wind Mechanical Movement, White Enamel Dial, Black Roman Numerals...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

PATEK PHILIPPE Calatrava

Rolex Vintage Yellow Gold Strap Model Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1960s Rolex Wrist Watch, 33 M.M. 14K 2 piece case, 9 M.M. thick, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle lever movement, 2 tone Silver Satin Pie pan dial with raised Gold marke...

Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Vintage Yellow Gold Strap Model Wrist Watch

Gubelin Stainless Steel Automatic Triple Date Moon Phase Calendar Watch

By Gubelin Lucerne

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Gubelin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Screw Back Case METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 47mm X Diameter 37mm CIRCA: 1950's MOVEMENT...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Gubelin Stainless Steel Automatic Triple Date Moon Phase Calendar Watch

Piaget Stepped Case 18k Solid Gold Watch circa 1980’s

By Piaget

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage man’s Piaget 18K gold rectangular dress watch with pronounced stepped case design, original champagne dial with printed black Roman figures and blued steel leaf style hands. ...

Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Piaget Stepped Case 18k Solid Gold Watch circa 1980’s

L 8 in

Patek Philippe Ref 2493 Vintage Yellow Gold Wrist Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1950s Patek Philippe Reference 2493 Wrist Watch, 30 x 30 MM 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece stepped, cushion case with tear Drop lugs. Caliber 10-200 18 Jewel Nickle Lever movement. Si...

Category

1950s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Ref 2493 Vintage Yellow Gold Wrist Watch

Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Yellow Gold Diamond Dial 19018

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

A mens 36mm Day-Date Oysterquartz in yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a champagne dial with diamond set hour markers and a fixed fluted yellow gold bezel. Fitted with a sapphire glas...

Category

20th Century Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Yellow Gold Diamond Dial 19018

Dm 1.42 in

Cartier Must De Tank Sunburst Dial Vermeil Manual Wind

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

This is a rare 1980's Must de Cartier vermeil manual wind tank watch. The dial is a sunburst guilloche design which is rarely seen on these models. The case measures 23.5mm x 30.5mm ...

Category

1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Vermeil

Cartier Must De Tank Sunburst Dial Vermeil Manual Wind

H 1.21 in W 0.93 in

Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch in Stock

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch in Stock This is a super cool Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch. The watch is vintage but still very modern and classy. The case size...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch in Stock

Dm 1.46 in

18 kt Gold Omega Collectors Wrist Watch, Caliber 321, Reference OT 2955 3

By Omega

Located in Antwerp, BE

Omega Chronograph, Collectors in amazing condition ! Reference OT 2955 3 Movement : Mechanical Manual Winding Caliber 321 Case : 18 Kt solid Gold, 35 mm Strap : Leather, Omega Gol...

Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

18 kt Gold Omega Collectors Wrist Watch, Caliber 321, Reference OT 2955 3

Dm 1.38 in

Rolex Day-Date President 18238 Double Quick 18k Yellow Gold & Champagne Dial 36m

By Rolex

Located in Tustin, CA

We are pleased to offer this 1991 Rolex Day-Date President 18238. This stunning classic unisex watch features the Rolex automatic double quick set movement, Rolex 36mm 18k yellow gol...

Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date President 18238 Double Quick 18k Yellow Gold & Champagne Dial 36m

Omega Stainless Steel Cream Dial Arab Numbers Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Omega

Located in Firenze, IT

SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). Ref. 2503. Made in 1950’s Case th...

Category

1950s Swiss Vintage Rolex Watches 1930

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Omega Stainless Steel Cream Dial Arab Numbers Manual Wind Wristwatch

Dm 1.38 in

Get Updated with New Arrivals

Save "Vintage Rolex Watches 1930", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Vintage Rolex Watches 1930 For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage rolex watches 1930 you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, rose gold and stainless steel. You’re likely to find the perfect vintage rolex watches 1930 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 20th Century. A vintage rolex watches 1930 from Rolex, Cartier and Rolex for Tiffany & Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. If you’re browsing our inventory for a vintage rolex watches 1930, 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 Vintage Rolex Watches 1930?

On average, a vintage rolex watches 1930 at 1stDibs sells for $7,520, while they’re typically $240 on the low end and $19,294 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

Find vintage Rolex watches, bracelets and more 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.

Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Rolex

What is the value of a Rolex Oyster Perpetual?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The popular Rolex Oyster Perpetual is usually between $5,900 and $6,600 in price.
Does Rolex use real diamonds?
1 Answer
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.
How much gold is in a Rolex Submariner?
1 Answer
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.
How much is the new Rolex Submariner?
1 Answer
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.
How much is a platinum Rolex watch?
1 Answer
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.
How much is a Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date worth?
1 Answer
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.
How do I wind a Rolex watch?
1 Answer
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.
Is Panerai better than Rolex?
1 Answer
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.
What does Oyster Perpetual mean on a Rolex watch?
1 Answer
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.
What size is a 126000 Rolex?
1 Answer
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.
Is the Rolex 126000 discontinued?
1 Answer
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.
How much is a Rolex Yacht Master?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A contemporary Rolex Yacht Master costs around $11,000. However, a vintage model can cost up to $30,000.
Does Rolex make sunglasses?
1 Answer
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.
How to wind a datejust rolex?
1 Answer
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.
What is the best Rolex for a lady?
1 Answer
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.
What is the most expensive Rolex?
1 Answer
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.
Is the Rolex Oyster Perpetual worth it?
1 Answer
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.
What is the cheapest Rolex?
1 Answer
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.
How much is the cheapest Rolex watch? DISABLED for question id 2075512
1 Answer
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.
What diamonds do Rolex use?
1 Answer
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.

How to Spot a Fake Rolex: 13+ Expert Tips

Learn the devious techniques that counterfeiters use to sell inauthentic pieces at authentic prices. Of course, you don't have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where every seller of Rolex watches is highly vetted.

Rolex Buying Guide: Everything You Need to Know about Choosing the Right Watch

From understanding the models to choosing among vintage, pre-owned and new watches, here’s our expert advice on finding the best Rolex for you.

Get a Glimpse at One of the Most Valuable Watch Collections in the World

As the cache goes on display at London’s Design Museum, we speak to its enigmatic owner about some of his rarest acquisitions.

The 6 Most Popular Brands for Luxury Watches

These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.

How Paul Newman Made the Rolex Daytona the Epitome of Cool

In the early 1970s almost no one wanted Rolex Daytonas. Now Jay-Z gives them out as party favors.

The Personal Luxury Goods Market amid COVID-19

1stDibs dealers discuss the challenges of this unprecedented time, and the signs of hope.

Why Vintage Watches Are Making a Comeback

Men, women and the watchmakers themselves are falling for the old-fashioned charm of retro timepieces.