Rare Vintage Rolex Daytona Cosmograph Yellow Gold 6265
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An extremely rare vintage Cosmograph Daytona with the reference 6265 crafted in yellow gold, which is known to be manufactured in limited amounts.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Vintage "Big Red" Daytona, Ref. 6265 Tiffany Year 1980
By Rolex for Tiffany & Co.
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Vintage “Big Red” Daytona – Ref. 6265 (1980) – Tiffany Dial – NO Box / NO Papers – AMAZING CONDITION Up for sale is a stunning vintage Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Ref. 6265 fro...
Vintage 1999 Rolex Daytona 16520 Stainless Steel White Dial Automatic 40mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The End Of The Zenith Era The reference 16520 marks the single most important transition in the history of the Daytona. It was the first self-winding chronograph Rolex ever produced...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1997 Rolex Daytona 16520 Steel Black Cream Subdials Auto 40mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
It is a pivotal reference that bridges the gap between vintage and modern Rolex, offering the robust build of a newer watch with the subtle variations that make older pieces interest...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Pre Daytona Oyster Chronograph 6234 Watch 36mm Manual Wind
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
The watch face is the original Pre-Daytona 6234, with all original parts. The vintage Rolex bracelet is an authentic Rolex bracelet that was later attached to the 6234 case.
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1993 Rolex Daytona 16520 Patrizzi Stainless Steel Black Dial Auto 40mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This accidental patina, first identified by auctioneer Osvaldo Patrizzi, created one of the most collectible and visually distinct neo-vintage references. The Perfect Storm Of Coll...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona Blue Cosmograph Ref. #6239, Circa 1966
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Rolex Daytona Blue Cosmograph 6239 Circa 1966 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being offered for sale.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Chronograph Pre Daytona 6238 Watch never polished
By Rolex
Located in Milano, IT
An extremely rare vintage Rolex Chronograph labelled as the ''Pre Daytona'' due to its production before the famous Daytona.
Stainless Steel
1975 Vintage Rolex Oyster Cosmograph in SS 'Pre-Daytona'
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
1975 VINTAGE ROLEX OYSTER COSMOGRAPH IN SS ITEM DESCRIPTION: This is an original vintage Rolex Oyster Cosmograph Men's wristwatch in stainless steel that comes on a matching stainle...
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Vintage 1969 Daytona Cosmograph SS & Black w/ 3 Subdials
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
ROLEX VINTAGE 1969 DAYTONA COSMOGRAPH WRISTWATCH IN STAINLESS STEEL WITH BLACK DIAL & 3 SILVER SUBDIALS ITEM DESCRIPTION: With Swiss construction and Rolex distinction, this Dayton...
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 0.5 in W 1.66 in
Rare Vintage Rolex Daytona Cosmograph w/ Zenith Movement SS & White Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
ONE MEN’S ORIGINAL EXTRAORDINARILY RARE ROLEX VINTAGE DAYTONA WITH THE ZENITH MOVEMENT ITEM DESCRIPTION: This is a rare vintage men’s Rolex Daytona watch with the Zenith movement.
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 0.52 in W 1.54 in
Rolex Vintage 1969 Daytona Cosmograph Stainless Steel & Black with 3 Sub-Dials
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
ROLEX VINTAGE 1969 DAYTONA COSMOGRAPH WRISTWATCH IN STAINLESS STEEL WITH BLACK DIAL & 3 SILVER SUBDIALS ITEM DESCRIPTION: With Swiss construction and Rolex distinction, this Dayton...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Chronograph Pre Daytona 6238 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An extremely rare vintage Rolex Chronograph labelled as the 'Pre Daytona' due to its production before the famous Daytona.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Vintage Paul Newman Daytona
By Rolex
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: hours, minutes, seconds, chronograph Case: round 37mm stainless steel case, stainless steel tachymeter bezel, acrylic protective crystal, screw-down cro...
Stainless Steel
Ref #6262 1968 Rolex Daytona w/ Vintage Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Ref #6262 1968 Rolex Daytona w/ Vintage Bracelet
Stainless Steel
Rolex Rare Vintage Daytona Big Red Dial 6263
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare vintage 37mm stainless steel Cosmograph Daytona 'Big Red' wristwatch.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Vintage Daytona "Red" Cosmograph Manual Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Very Collectible Vintage "Red" Cosmograph Daytona Model 6265 - Manual winding chronograph.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Vintage Cosmograph Daytona Automatic Wristwatch Ref 6264
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Very Rare Stainless Steel Cosmograph Daytona Vintage Gents Wristwatch, black dial with applied hour markers and silver sub-dials, 30 minute recorder at 3 0'clock, 12 hour recorder ...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Big Red Cosmograph Daytona Steel Silver Dial 6265 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rare Stainless Steel Oyster Cosmograph Daytona "Big Red" Vintage Gents Wristwatch, silver dial with applied hour markers, 30 minute recorder at 3 0'clock, 12 hour recorder at 6 0'c...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Vintage Daytona Cosmograph Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 6239
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Stainless Steel Cosmograph Daytona Gents Wristwatch, silvered dial with black sub-dials and applied hour markers, 30 minute recorder at 3 0'clock, 12 hour recorder at 6 0'clock, sm...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona Vintage Yellow Gold Zenith Champagne Index Dial Watch 16528
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This classic 16528 Rolex Daytona has a 40mm yellow gold case, with a monobloc middle, screw-down case and a winding crown.
Yellow Gold
Rolex Daytona 1996 Vintage Stainless and 18 Karat Gold
By Rolex
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rolex Daytona 40 mm reference number 16523 vintage 1996 .Stainless and 18k yellow bezel and stainless steel case white dial with diamonds at the 1,2,4,5,7,8,10 and 11.
18k Gold
Rolex Daytona Stainless Steel Wristwatch Ref 6239
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage & Collectible Rolex Cherry Daytona in stainless steel.
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona "Big Red" in Stainless Steel with Silver Panda Dial with
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Bank wire only. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Rolex Daytona 6265 watch is made out of Stainless steel on a Stainless Steel bracelet with a Stainless Steel D...
Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Dayton"Big Red" 6265 Stainless Steel w/ Silver dial 37mm Automatic watch
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Bank wire only. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Rolex Daytona 6265 watch is made out of Stainless steel on a Stainless Steel bracelet with a Stainless Steel De...
Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Daytona ref. 6239 circa 1974
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS Daytona ref # 6239 vintage manual wind model circa 1974.
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe 5970R Grand Complications Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
The Patek Philippe Reference 5970R showcases a 40mm rose gold case and a white dial set with rose gold baton markers and hours, minutes hand. This is a grand complications model fea...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
CHANEL black leather 2022 22C DUBAI BEECHWOOD VANITY Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Small Vanity bag in beige beechwood with black leather trims and antique gold-tone hardware. Rare limited edition. Opens with a logo clasp closure and is lined ...
Rolex Daytona Glacier Ice Blue Dial 40mm Platinum Watch 116506 Complete Mint
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This Rolex Cosmograph Daytona wristwatch is a luxurious and sporty accessory perfect for men who appreciate high-end timepieces. Made of platinum, the watch features a silver case co...
Platinum
Hermes Birkin 35 Diamond Blanc Himalaya Matte Crocodile Limited Edition Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers the Hermès Diamond Blanc Himalaya Birkin 35 representing the ultimate expression of rarity and refined craftsmanship. It unites artistry and nature through meticulo...
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 50th anniversary 41mm with box and papers, 2022
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
ROYAL OAK SELFWINDING "50TH ANNIVERSARY" Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 18k Rose Gold This 18-carat pink gold Royal Oak Selfwinding in 41 mm is endowed with the new design evolution an...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 1st Edition "A series" 39mm Watch 5402ST Circa 1972
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Designed in one night by Gérald Genta, the first Royal Oak model was presented in 1972 at the Basel Fair, after two years of development. This extraordinary watch elevated steel to a...
Stainless Steel
AUDEMARS PIGUET OFFSHORE 42MM BRICK VS CUSTOM DIAMOND WATCH amazing piece
By Audemars Piguet
Located in West Hollywood, CA
AUDEMARS PIGUET OFFSHORE 42MM BRICK VS CUSTOM DIAMOND WATCH AMAZING PIECE! Mens 18K yellow Gold Audemars Piguet Offshore 42MM Brick VS Diamond Watch 350 Gr.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$42,515
Dm 1.58 in
Unworn Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Reference# 126500ln, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Ref. 126500LN-0001 is an icon reimagined—one of the most coveted chronographs in the world, blending high-performance engineering with timeless design. I...
Stainless Steel
Unavailable|$57,160
Dm 1.58 in
Unworn Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Reference# 126515ln, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 126515LN-0002 – Everose Gold Precision with Black & Sundust Dial A striking fusion of luxury and motorsport heritage, the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 126515LN-...
18k Gold
$1,701
Size: ONE SIZE
1970's CHRISTIAN DIOR Brown Leather Canvas Trotter Monogram Suitcase Luggage Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
A decadent, luxury 1970's CHRISTIAN DIOR suitcase with art deco 'CD' detail buckle. A sturdy, yet elegantly constructed Christian Dior case made from rich, Smooth Chocolate brown le...
Rolex Daytona Automatic Chronograph, Ref. 16520, Full Set, 1988
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rolex Daytona, Ref. 16520, U serial, Full Set from 1998 with Service Papers from 2008 and 2020, with original certificate. Model: 16520 Movement: Automatic Chronograph Zenith Cas...
Stainless Steel
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 "The Hunger" Silk Velvet & Chiffon Babydoll Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 "The Hunger" Silk Velvet & Chiffon Babydoll Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 1996; “The Hunger” Des...
Alexander McQueen New Dress with Front Slits AW 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous red fine wool dress from Alexander McQueen. It is sleeveless, semi fitted with a bateau neckline, and 2 slits along each front leg. The back has a zipper closing and it is...
Rare 1990s Azzedine Alaia Black Lycra Gown Runway Sample Museum
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Rare Iconic 1990s Azzedine ALAIA Black Ribbed Lycra and Net Sleeveless Gown; V-Neck with Paneled Bodice; Deep V-back with Single Hook and Eye Strap; Full Length Skirt with Fishtail H...
CHANEL pink 2018 18S RIBBON DETAILED KNIT TWEED CLASSIC MINI FLAP Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Classic Mini flap bag is crafted from pale pink and silver lurex knit tweed with ribbon detailing in fuchsia, coral, and white. It features a silver-tone d...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Blue Crochet and Chainmail Dress, SS 2001
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This Christian Dior dress from the Spring-Summer 2001 collection, designed by John Galliano, combines hand-crocheted textile with industrial chainmail, reflecting the designer’s fusi...
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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Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
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