Rolex Milgauss 1019 Steel White Dial 38 MM Vintage Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The watch is powered by an automatic self-winding movement and bears the Rolex logo on the crown. It comes with a stainless steel oyster bracelet secured by a fold-over clasp, suitab...
Rolex Presidential 69088 Champagne String Diamond Dial & Custom Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Has an 18k yellow-gold Oyster case measuring 26.0 mm in diameter. The crown bears the Rolex logo and is crafted from 18k yellow gold.
Vintage Rolex Cellini 3807 Champagne Dial 18K Gold Manual Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
The champagne dial is clean and uncluttered, displaying applied gold bar indices and the distinctive "Cellini" cursive script that identifies this as part of Rolex's prestigious dres...
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 179158 18K Yellow Gold MOP Diamond Full-Set 2006
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Features an officially certified automatic self-winding movement, housed in an 18k yellow gold oyster case measuring 26.0 mm in diameter. The crown bears the Rolex logo, complemented...
18k Gold
Rolex Speckled Gold Dial 33MM 18K Gold Precision Leather Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
The speckled black dial creates distinctive texture with applied gold baton hour markers and matching hands offering clear time reading. The case back bears the Rolex crown symbol wi...
18k Gold
Rolex Vintage Table Top Display Mirror Green Leather 1980s
By Rolex
Located in Munich, DE
In very good vintage condition with no rips or tears on the green leather. It bears the original Rolex logo in gilt lettering to the front and is embossed with lettering and logo als...
Leather, Mirror
Rolex Presidential Day Date MOP Dial with 18k Gold Diamond Bezel and Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex DayDate With Mother Of Pearl dial and 18k gold Rolex Presidential bracelet.
Diamond, 18k Gold
1991 Tudor (Rolex) Prince Oysterdate Mens Midsize Watch - SS & White 18K Gold
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
An advertisement in Britain's Horological Journal in vintage times stated that Tudor's were, "Manufactured under strict Rolex supervision and bear the Rolex label of guarantee."
White Gold, Stainless Steel
1967 Tudor (Rolex) Prince Oysterdate Vintage Mens Ref. 7966 Watch - 18K Gold
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
An advertisement in Britain's Horological Journal in vintage times stated that Tudor's were, "Manufactured under strict Rolex supervision and bear the Rolex label of guarantee."
18k Gold
1969 Tudor (Rolex) Oysterdate Vintage Mens Ref. 7992 Watch - Stainless Steel
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
An advertisement in Britain's Horological Journal in vintage times stated that Tudor's were, "Manufactured under strict Rolex supervision and bear the Rolex label of guarantee."
Stainless Steel
Rolex - Lantern Charm Bracelet - Women - 1950-1959
By Rolex
Located in Yeşilköy, TR
Brand: Rolex (Guaranteed Authentic) Model: Lantern Charm Bracelet Year of Production: 1950's Gender: Ladie's Metal: 18 K Gold Total Weight: 32.10gr Size: Watch: 25x 20x15mm Bracelet:...
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust Reference 16030, Champagne Dial, Stainless Steel, Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
A very attractive combination : given the recent launch of Oyster Perpetuals, with gold hands and dial, with steel case, this offers an unusual opportunity to acquire one of the orig...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Reference 16030, Champagne Dial, Stainless Steel, Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
A very attractive combination : given the recent launch of Oyster Perpetuals, with gold hands and dial, with steel case, this offers an unusual opportunity to acquire one of the orig...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Two Tone Ladies Rolex Dial Oyster Perpetual Watch with Tudor Strap
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Sturdy enough for everyday wear and elegant enough for all special occasions. This watch bears an original Rolex case with mint condition movement and works.
Rolex Submariner 'no date' Ref 14060M, by Pro-Hunter 'Military Submariner
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
The Military Submariner featuring a DLC coated black 40mm case with Military dial and hands, carbon fibre camouflage effect bezel insert, fixed spring bars (for additional security w...
Stainless Steel
1966 Tudor (Rolex) Oyster Prince Vintage Mens Ref. 7995 Watch - Stainless Steel
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
An advertisement in Britain's Horological Journal in vintage times stated that Tudor's were, "Manufactured under strict Rolex supervision and bear the Rolex label of guarantee."
Stainless Steel
1961 Tudor (Rolex) Prince Oysterdate Vintage Mens Ref. 7944 Watch - SS & Gold
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
An advertisement in Britain's Horological Journal in vintage times stated that Tudor's were, "Manufactured under strict Rolex supervision and bear the Rolex label of guarantee."
Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller Auto Two-Tone Stainless Steel Mens Watch Date 126603
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
The black dial of the Sea-Dweller has the large hands and indices reserved for Rolex professional models. The dial bears the name Sea-Dweller inscribed in a yellow hue, echoing the c...
Steel, Stainless Steel
1961 Tudor (Rolex) Oyster Royal Vintage Mens Ref. 7934 Watch - Stainless Steel
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
An advertisement in Britain's Horological Journal in vintage times stated that Tudor's were, "Manufactured under strict Rolex supervision and bear the Rolex label of guarantee."
Stainless Steel
1966 Tudor (Rolex) Oyster Prince Vintage Mens Ref. 7995 Watch - Stainless Steel
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
An advertisement in Britain's Horological Journal in vintage times stated that Tudor's were, "Manufactured under strict Rolex supervision and bear the Rolex label of guarantee."
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 1601
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
14k Gold, Stainless Steel, White Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Wristwatch Ref 18038
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch Ref 5500 circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 1601
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
14k Gold, Stainless Steel, White Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 1601
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
14k Gold, Stainless Steel, White Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 1601
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
14k Gold, Stainless Steel, White Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 1601
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Great color for a man or woman. This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
14k Gold, Stainless Steel, White Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch with Custom-Colored Dial
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 5500
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch Ref 1506 with Custom-Colored Dial
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
NOTE: This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom-colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
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W 1.42 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16220 with Custom-Colored Dial
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch Ref 1500 with Custom-Colored Dial
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Powered by a self-winding calibre 1570 movement with sweep seconds. With Rolex stainless steel heavy Oyster bracelet. This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady's Stainless Steel Wristwatch with Custom-Colored Dial Ref 6719
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
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W 1.42 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16220 with Custom-Colored Dial
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16200 with Custom-Color Dial
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
NOTE: This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch circa 1971 with Custom-Colored Dial
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
With folded link Oyster bracelet with deployment clasp. Note: This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch with Custom-Colored Dial Ref 1500
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 1500
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Custom Dial Date Wristwatch ref 1500 Circa 1980
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 1500
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 5500
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
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W 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Airking Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 5500
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Custom Dial Wristwatch ref 1500
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
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W 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Airking Custom Dial Wristwatch ref 5500
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
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W 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Airking Custom Dial Wristwatch ref 5500
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Sold
W 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Airking Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 5500
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 1803
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch with Custom-Colored Dial Ref 1603
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Great looking man's model or oversized for a woman. This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
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W 1.58 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Custom Dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16570
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Great looking with custom color dial! This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
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W 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Airking Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 5500
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A playful and distinctive look for a man or woman. This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch Ref 1500 with Custom-Colored Dial
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
With stainless steel folded link Oyster bracelet with deployment clasp. This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
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W 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Airking Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 5500
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
On period stainless steel folded link Oyster bracelet. This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch with Custom-Colored Dial Ref 1603
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Great looking man's model or oversized for a woman. This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 1601 circa 1964
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Great looking full size man's model with custom colored dial. This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch ref 1503 Custom Dial
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Offered on your choice of fine or exotic leather strap. This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Airking Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 1002
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
With period folded link Oyster bracelet with deployment clasp. This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 1500
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Great looking man's model, oversized for a woman. This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 1.42 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Yellow Gold President Wristwatch ref 18038 Custom Color Dial circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch circa 1976 with Custom-Colored Dial
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Great looking vintage full sized man's model. This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Custom Color Dial Wristwatch Ref 1503
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Shown on green crocodile strap. This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 1500
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Custom Dial Airking Wristwatch Ref 5500
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Perpetual Date Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 1500
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Chronometer Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 1500
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 1500
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Custom Dial Wristwatch Ref 1500
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Powered by calibre 1570 movement with sweep second hand and date. With Rolex stainless steel folded link Oyster bracelet with deployment clasp This watch bears an original Rolex d...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 1570 with Custom-Colored Dial
Located in West Hollywood, CA
With period rolled link Jubilee bracelet with deployment clasp. This watch bears an original Rolex dial which has been custom colored by Wanna Buy A Watch?
Stainless Steel
PATEK PHILIPPE NAUTILUS REF. 3800/1J 18K Gold with Diamonds
By Patek Philippe
Located in LA, CA
PATEK PHILIPPE NAUTILUS REF. 3800/1J 18K Yellow Gold with Diamond-Set Bezel, Date Display A refined and highly collectible example of the iconic Nautilus, reference 3800, crafted i...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Victorian 20K Yellow Gold 7.99 Carat Old European Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Victorian Estate Composition: 20K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: One Old European Cut Diamond Carat Weight: 3.39 Carats Color/Clarity: Q to R / VVS2 GIA Report Number: 6233854...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique Certified 4.97ct Fancy Light Yellow Old Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique 4.97ct old cushion cut diamond three stone ring set in 18k yellow gold and platinum. The ring is centrally set with a stunning antique old cushion cut diamond wh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$55,885
H 8.27 in W 9.26 in D 4.73 in
Hermès Birkin Cargo 25 Noir/Black Canvas Swift Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Birkin Cargo 25 in noir and canvas swift leather with palladium hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set. Stamp U (2022)
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 12.00 Carat Light Pure Pink Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry New York, Main stone: Gia certified natural 12.00 carat Light Pink diamond with no overtone. Emilio jewelry specializes in creating masterpie...
Pink Diamond
Genuine 18k Rolex Watch. ROLEX Precision 2628 Mechanical Windup. Ladies Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
18k White Gold Case Rolex Precision Ladies Watch with attached Milanese Bracelet (Stainless Steel). Rolex Windup 1400 Caliber Movement Ref. 2628 . Circa 1971 Case Is 18k White Gol...
Gold, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Beauvince Ariana Diamond Necklace, '17.76 Ct Diamonds', in Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
A sensual and dazzling combinations of natural intense pink diamonds with white marquise and pear shapes enables this stunning necklace to create all the drama in its simplicity. The...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum, Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry, GIA Certified 30.12 Carat Old European-Cut Diamond Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Is there anything more sustainable than a one-of-a-kind antique diamond more than 100 years old that has been repurposed into a modern setting? It is romantic to think about this par...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Grand Ellipse Vintage 18K Gold Quartz 31mm Unisex 1980 Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Authentic Pre-Owned Patek Philippe Grand Ellipse 3838 Unisex 18K Yellow Gold Watch. Vintage, circa 1980. Featuring a 31mm dial with a smooth gold bezel, cream-white ivory enamel dial...
18k Gold
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.
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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.
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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.
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