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Rolex Black Datejust Tow Tone Diamond lugs + Sapphire Bezel 16013
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Black 36mm Datejust Tow Tone Diamond lugs + Sapphire Bezel 16013
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Black String Datejust Stainless Steel SS Custom Diamonds Bezel & Lugs
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Black String 26mm Datejust Stainless Steel SS Custom Diamonds Bezel & Lugs 69160
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Black Pearl String Datejust S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Side + Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex Black Pearl String 31mm Datejust S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Side + Bezel & Lugs
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Black Pearl 8+2 track Datejust Two Tone 18K Gold + SS + Side Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Black Pearl Track 31mm Datejust 68173 2Tone 18K Gold + SS + Side Diamonds Oyster Band + Bezel
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Black String RT 26 Datejust Oyster Two Tone 18K Gold + SS + Side Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Black String RT 26 Datejust Two Tone 18K Gold + SS + Side Diamonds Oyster Band + Diamond
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Black String Datejust Two Tone Side Diamonds + Rubies 68273
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust 2 Tone Oyster Bracelet and Black Color String Diamond Accent Dial 68273
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Black Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual 124200 Women's Wristwatch 34 mm
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Embrace the look of timeless luxury with this exquisite wristwatch from the house of Rolex
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Black Stainless Steel GMT-Master II 16710 Automatic Men's Wristwatch 40 mm
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted with expertise using stainless steel, this Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 has a luxurious look
Category

2010s Swiss Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Cellini Cellinium Men's Platinum Watch with Dial 5241/6
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
(38mm diameter). Black dial with baton markers; seconds subdial at 6 o'clock. New Rolex Black croc strap
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex NOS Cellini Two-Tone 4150
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A stunning Cellini two-tone wristwatch in yellow gold and white gold by Rolex. Features a black
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex NOS Cellini Two-Tone 4150
Rolex NOS Cellini Two-Tone 4150
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Rolex Daytona Tahitian Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial 116519
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A 40mm white gold Daytona by Rolex. Featuring a Tahitian mother of pearl dial with diamond set hour
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Watch Black Mother of Pearl String Dial 68274
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Black Pearl String 31mm Datejust SS Oyster Bracelet & Custom Diamond Bezel 68274 This watch
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date Albilad Dial 18038
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
movement and a Rolex black leather strap equipped with an original yellow gold pin buckle. This timepiece
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date Albilad Dial 18038
Rolex Day-Date Albilad Dial 18038
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Rolex Unworn NOS Day-Date Al Bilad Dial 18038
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
movement and a Rolex black leather strap equipped with an original yellow gold pin buckle. This unworn
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies Datejust 179174 904L Steel Black Index Diamond Watch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Good Condition. WATCH INFORMATION DIAL (FACE) Rolex Black Dial with Luminous Hour Markers
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Mens 36mm TT Datejust Champagne Dial Black Leather Strap Watch Ref#16013
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro, CA
Gold Fluted Bezel Bracelet : Custom Added (NON-ROLEX) Black Leather Strap (This band will fit up to a
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Vintage rare cushion shaped watch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Solid 18 K gold Case. Solid 18 K fixed lugs. Dial is signed Rolex black numbers. Attractive and rare
Category

Early 20th Century European Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 31 Ladies 18k Rose Gold/Steel Watch Chocolate Roman Dial 178241
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Authenticity guaranteed! Dial is factory Rolex
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex Daytona Black Dial 116500LN
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
An unworn 116500LN Daytona from Rolex in Oystersteel, featuring a black dial with a chromalight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona Black Dial 116500LN
Rolex Daytona Black Dial 116500LN
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Rolex Daytona Black Dial 116500LN
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A stainless steel 116500LN Daytona from Rolex with a black dial. Complementing the black dial is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona Black Dial 116500LN
Rolex Daytona Black Dial 116500LN
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Rolex Daytona Black Dial 116520
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A predecessor to the 116500LN, this stainless steel Cosmograph Daytona by Rolex features a black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona Black Dial 116520
Rolex Daytona Black Dial 116520
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Rolex Daytona Black Dial 116520
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A stainless steel Cosmograph Daytona by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with an engraved tachymetric
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona Black Dial 116520
Rolex Daytona Black Dial 116520
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Rolex Daytona 116509, Black Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex White Gold Cosmograph Daytona, Black Diamond Dial 40mm, 18K white gold case, tachymeter
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Sea-Dweller Black Dial 16600
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
An Oystersteel 40mm Sea-Dweller by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with the date display at 3 o'clock
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Sea-Dweller Black Dial 16600
Rolex Sea-Dweller Black Dial 16600
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Rolex Datejust II Black Dial 116334
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A Datejust II in stainless steel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with roman numerals and a fixed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona NOS Black Dial 116520
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
The predecessor to the 116500LN, this stainless steel unworn NOS Cosmograph Daytona by Rolex
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Sky-Dweller Black Dial 326934
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A stainless steel Sky-Dweller by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with the date, a month display via
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex NOS Daytona Black Dial 116520
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
The predecessor to the 116500LN, this stainless steel Cosmograph Daytona by Rolex. Featuring a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Perpetual Datejust Black and Gold
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Datejust SS Automatic 1970s Vintage Black face, gold crown and bezel. Condition
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Rolex Datejust II Black Men's Watch, 116300
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust II Black Men's Watch - 116300 excellent condition all original Rolex parts! comes
Category

2010s European Wrist Watches

Rolex Daytona NOS APH Black Dial 116520
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
The predecessor to the 116500LN, this unworn stainless steel Cosmograph Daytona NOS by Rolex
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex NOS Daytona Black APH Dial 116520
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
The predecessor to the 116500LN, this stainless steel Cosmograph Daytona by Rolex. Featuring a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner 16610 Carbon Blacked Out Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Submariner 16610 Carbon Blacked Out Watch excellent condition custom carbon black was added
Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Men's Black Watch, 116503
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Men's Black Watch - 116503 Two tone yellow gold Excellent condition not
Category

2010s European Wrist Watches

Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 Black Dial
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A stainless steel GMT-Master II by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with a date aperture as well as a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master Men's Black Watch, 116621
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Yacht-Master Men's Black Watch - 116621 brand new box free overnight shipping shop with
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer Black Dial Oyster Bracelet 214270
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A 39mm Explorer in Oystersteel from Rolex, featuring a black dial and an iconic smooth bezel. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer Black Dial Oyster Bracelet 214270
Rolex Explorer Black Dial Oyster Bracelet 214270
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Rolex Datejust 36 Gold/Steel 116233 Black Rolex Logo Dial Jubilee Band Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
plated, custom diamond set. Diamonds are 100% natural. The sale comes with a Rolex box, appraisal and our
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Watch 16570T
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
-Mint condition -Movement: Automatic -Case size: 40mm -Stainless steel -Black Dial -Date indicator
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex 126613LN Submariner Two Tone Black Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
true gem for discerning collectors. Brand -Rolex Model - 126613LN Submariner Dial - Black dial
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Sky-Dweller Stainless Steel Black Dial 326934
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Sky-Dweller Stainless Steel Black Dial 326934 - Automatic, Quickset. Stainless Steel with 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Skydweller Two Tone Black Dial Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Skydweller Two Tone Black Dial Men's Watch very good condition all original Rolex parts
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Submariner 16610 Black Dial Stainless Steel 2004
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Black Dial: Black Face: Sapphire Crystal
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust II Black PVD/DLC Black Dial Oyster Watch Oyster Band Black Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 41mm Datejust II Black PVD/DLC Watch Oyster Band Black Dial 116300. Watch has been
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Black Dial Diamond Steel Mens Watch 116244
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Black Dial Diamond Steel Mens Watch 116244. Officially certified chronometer
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Daytona Black MOP Diamond Dial Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Daytona Black MOP Diamond Dial Black PVD/DLC Coated l Watch 116523
Category

2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Steel Black Dial Ladies Watch 67180
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Steel Black Dial Ladies Watch 67180. Officially certified chronometer
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Submariner Date Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16610
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Submariner Date Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16610. Officially certified chronometer automatic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Submariner Date Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16610
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Submariner Date Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16610. Officially certified chronometer automatic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Submariner Date Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16610
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Submariner Date Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16610. Officially certified chronometer automatic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Explorer II 216570 Black Dial Black PVD Stainless Steel Box Booklet
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Steel Black PVD Band: Stainless Steel Black PVD Bezel: Stainless Steel Black PVD Dial: Black Face
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer I Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 114270
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer I Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 114270. Officially certified chronometer automatic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Explorer I Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 114270
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer I Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 114270. Officially certified chronometer automatic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Explorer I Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 114270
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer I Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 114270. Officially certified chronometer automatic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Explorer I Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 114270
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer I Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 114270. Officially certified chronometer automatic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Submariner 116610 Black Ceramic Stainless Box Paper 2016
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Black Ceramic Bezel Dial: Black Face
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex GMT-Master II Men's Black Watch with Red/Black Bezel, 16710
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex GMT-Master II Men's Black Watch with Red/Black Bezel - 16710 1990 box and papers included
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Daytona Chronograph Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 116520
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Daytona Chronograph Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 116520. Officially certified chronometer
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Submariner Date Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 116610
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Submariner Date Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 116610. Officially certified chronometer
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Seadweller 4000 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Seadweller 4000 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16600. Officially certified chronometer automatic
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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Rolex Black For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact rolex black you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Stainless Steel, Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 782 vintage editions and 711 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a rolex black from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Take a look at a rolex black featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also baguette cut cut and emerald cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a rolex black, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Rolex Black?

The price for a rolex black starts at $490 and tops out at $165,630 with these watches, on average, selling for $10,012.

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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Finding the Right wrist-watches for You

Antique, new and vintage 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.

Bvlgari’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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Questions About Rolex
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The easiest way to adjust the time on the Rolex Oyster watch is by turning the crown. Turn it clockwise when you want increased hours or counter-clockwise for lower values, then push in until it clicks into place. On 1stDibs, you'll find a large collection of Rolex watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To adjust a Rolex's time, first unscrew the crown. Slide the crown to the second notch and wait for the second hand to stop moving before setting. The specific method varies from model to model. A user guide accompanies each Rolex watch sold and describes the correct time-setting process for that model in great detail. Find a large collection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rolex recommends getting service on your watch every 7 to 10 years by an authorized Rolex watchmaker. Many Rolex watches will run far longer if you service them as recommended to prevent problems and help minimize wear. Find authentic vintage and modern timepieces from Rolex on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Ideally, to prevent damage to your watch, it’s best to visit a Rolex dealer to have your battery changed. If you need to change it yourself, loosen the screws, and carefully remove the old battery with a set of tweezers, install the new one, and tighten the screws. You'll find authentic vintage Rolex watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Tudor watches are made by Rolex. In fact, you often see the brand name referred to as "Tudor by Rolex." Hans Wilsdorf introduced the brand in 1946 to sell wristwatches at lower price points than Rolex timepieces. The brand relaunched in 2009 and has grown in popularity since. You’ll find a large selection of both Tudor and Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To wind a Rolex Oyster, 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 selection of well-vetted Rolex Oyster watches on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Each Rolex model may be slightly different, but most models feature a crown at the side that lets you adjust the time. Gently unscrew the crown by twisting it counter-clockwise. Gently pull it out and let it click through two extended positions until it reaches the third extended position. Twist it clockwise to adjust the time. When finished, press it back in and screw it in, in a clockwise direction to keep the watch waterproof. Browse through a range of authentic Rolex watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Rolex watch that is worn daily does not need winding. The Perpetual rotor uses the movement of your body to power the watch and it can hold this power for up to 70 hours. If you take off your watch for an extended period of time, more than the 70 hours, then it will need winding. Manual winding can be done by unscrewing the crown to the winding position and turning it clockwise about 20 times. Remember to screw the crown back tightly to reestablish its waterproof qualities. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, a Rolex watch will hold its value and some of them even appreciate over time. This high-end brand has a grand reputation for superior quality, making it one of the more desirable watches available. Shop a collection of properly vetted vintage and contemporary Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, there are companies that allow you to rent Rolex watches. Some companies offer subscription services and allow you to choose to buy the watch at a certain point if desired. Shop a selection of vintage and contemporary Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, a Rolex can be traced using its unique serial number that is engraved into the watch. Noting down your watch’s serial number somewhere safe can help to identify it if it’s ever lost. Browse a collection of professionally vetted Rolex timepieces on 1stDibs from top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Almost all Rolex watches say “Swiss-Made” or “Swiss” on the watch face. Sometimes there is also the letter “T” included in this mark. Rolex is a Swiss brand and stands on the proud tradition of excellent Swiss timepiece construction. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, a Rolex Air-King watch is waterproof. All Rolex watches are waterproof to depths of at least 330 feet except for Cellini styles, which are waterproof to a depth of at least 164 feet. Shop a wide range of verified authentic Air-King, Cellini and more Rolex styles on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Rolex watch’s second hand moves mechanically with precision, appearing to sweep the face smoothly without pause or interruption. It takes a very keen eye to spot the eight, slight tick-tock adjustments it makes each second. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.