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Rolex Watch Oyster Perpetual 76080

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 76080 24mm Blue Dial Diamond Bezel Steel Box Papers
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 76080 24mm Blue Dial Diamond Bezel Steel Box Papers

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 76080 24mm Blue Dial Diamond Bezel Steel Box Papers

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 76080 Serial: Y39**** Year: 2002 Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Custom Diamond Bezel ...

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster perpetual Ref 76080 SS Ladies 26mm Automatic circa 2000s RA734
Rolex Oyster perpetual Ref 76080 SS Ladies 26mm Automatic circa 2000s RA734

Rolex Oyster perpetual Ref 76080 SS Ladies 26mm Automatic circa 2000s RA734

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Luxurious elegance, Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual 76080 automatic, c.2000s, all original, in excellent working condition.

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Lady Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 76080, circa 1998
Lady Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 76080, circa 1998

Lady Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 76080, circa 1998

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Lady Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetualref 76080 serial# A9 circa 1998. Featuring a 27mm diameter Oyster case with smooth bezel and sapphire crystal. Original salmon dial with ap...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual 'No-Date' Watch 76080
Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual 'No-Date' Watch 76080

Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual 'No-Date' Watch 76080

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual (No-Date) Watch 76080 - Automatic winding.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 76080 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 76080 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 76080 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 76080 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 130280 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Mechan...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Model 76080 Watch
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Model 76080 Watch

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Model 76080 Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Watch 26mm Dial Model 76080 Composition: Stainless Steel Automatic Movement Color: Original Rolex Salmon Dial Made in Switzerland

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual 76080 Black Dial Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual 76080 Black Dial Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual 76080 Black Dial Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 76080 Serial: F940*** Year: 2005 Model: Oyster Perpetual Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Black Face: Sapphire Crystal...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual 76080 Pink Dial Watch  Box & Papers
Vintage Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual 76080 Pink Dial Watch  Box & Papers

Vintage Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual 76080 Pink Dial Watch Box & Papers

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

The Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual 76080 is a stunning example of Rolex craftsmanship, blending timeless elegance with superior functionality. Vintage dates 1999, this pre-owned beaut...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch Ref 76080
Rolex Stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch Ref 76080

Rolex Stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch Ref 76080

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Rolex MPN: 76080 Model: Oyster Perpetual (non date) Case Material: Stainless steel Case Diameter: 24mm Crystal: Scratch resistant sapphire Bezel: Smooth stainless steel bezel ...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual with Factory Original Silver Dial, 2006
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual with Factory Original Silver Dial, 2006

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual with Factory Original Silver Dial, 2006

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 76080 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 2006 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Diam...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

2001 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24MM 76080 Black Dial Oyster Stainless Steel Watch
2001 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24MM 76080 Black Dial Oyster Stainless Steel Watch

2001 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24MM 76080 Black Dial Oyster Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

Might shows minor signs of wear. Oyster Perpetual / Oyster / Black Watch Properties Family: Oyster Perpetual Model: Oyster Perpetual / Oyster / Black Reference Number: 76080 Product...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Custom Diamond Bezel and Dial Ladies Watch 76080
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Custom Diamond Bezel and Dial Ladies Watch 76080

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Custom Diamond Bezel and Dial Ladies Watch 76080

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This pre-owned Rolex Oyster Perpetual 76080 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical (automatic) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Lady's Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch Ref 76080
Rolex Lady's Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch Ref 76080

Rolex Lady's Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch Ref 76080

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Automatic winding. Stainless steel case with stainless steel smooth bezel (24mm diameter). White dial with painted Roman numerals. Stainless steel Oyster bracelet. Pre-owned with box...

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual 76080 Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Box Papers
Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual 76080 Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Box Papers

Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual 76080 Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Box Papers

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 76080 Serial: F376*** Year: 2005 Model: Oyster Perpetual Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Custom Diamond Bezel Dia...

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex 76080 Ladies Oyster Perpetual Black Dial Stainless Steel Box Booklet, 2002
Rolex 76080 Ladies Oyster Perpetual Black Dial Stainless Steel Box Booklet, 2002

Rolex 76080 Ladies Oyster Perpetual Black Dial Stainless Steel Box Booklet, 2002

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 76080 Serial: Y112*** Year: 2002 Model: Ladies Oyster Perpetual Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Black Fac...

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080

By Rolex

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080

By Rolex

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080

By Rolex

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080

By Rolex

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080

By Rolex

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Black Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Black Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Black Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080

By Rolex

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24mm Black Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080

By Rolex

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Salmon Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Black Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Black Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Black Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080

By Rolex

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24mm Black Dial Steel Ladies Watch 76080.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24 76080 Ladies Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24 76080 Ladies Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24 76080 Ladies Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

Xupes Reference: W007635 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Model Variant: 24 Model Number: 76080 Age: 2000 Gender: Ladies Complete With: Rolex Service Pouch Dial: Salmon B...

Category

Early 2000s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24 76080 Ladies Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24 76080 Ladies Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24 76080 Ladies Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

Xupes Reference: W007635 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Model Variant: 24 Model Number: 76080 Age: 2000 Gender: Ladies Complete With: Rolex Service Pouch Dial: Salmon B...

Category

Early 2000s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 76080 Automatic Watch Stainless Steel Silver Dial
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 76080 Automatic Watch Stainless Steel Silver Dial

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 76080 Automatic Watch Stainless Steel Silver Dial

By Rolex

Located in Surfside, FL

Certified preowned Classic Rolex Oyster Perpetual 76080 watch is made out of Stainless steel on a Stainless Steel bracelet with a Stainless Steel Deploy buckle.

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24 Nondate Black Dial Ladies Watch 76080
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24 Nondate Black Dial Ladies Watch 76080

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24 Nondate Black Dial Ladies Watch 76080

By Rolex

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24 Nondate Black Dial Ladies Watch 76080.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 26 Stainless Steel 76080
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 26 Stainless Steel 76080

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 26 Stainless Steel 76080

By Rolex

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

"Ref: W6591 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Model Ref: 76080 Age: 18th February 2000 Gender: Ladies Complete With: Manuals & Guarantee Dial: Blue Other Glass: Sapphire C...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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By Rolex

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By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

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By Cartier

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By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

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By Chopard

Located in Berlin, DE

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By Rolex

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By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

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Rolex Watch Oyster Perpetual 76080 For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate rolex watch oyster perpetual 76080 for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Stainless Steel and Steel — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 8 vintage or 11 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect rolex watch oyster perpetual 76080 may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Most of our rolex watch oyster perpetual 76080 for sale are for women, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Rolex Watch Oyster Perpetual 76080?

On average, a rolex watch oyster perpetual 76080 at 1stDibs sells for $3,020, while they’re typically $2,729 on the low end and $4,750 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.

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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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