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Yellow gold Yacht-Master II from the original archive.

Yellow Gold Rolex Yacht-Master II 116688: Desig...

Look at the yellow gold Yacht-Master II 116688 in our archive, with advice on reference checks, bracelet fit and condition.

Yellow Gold Rolex Yacht-Master II 116688: Desig...

Look at the yellow gold Yacht-Master II 116688 in our archive, with advice on reference checks, bracelet fit and condition.

Archived Yacht-Master II with a white dial, blue bezel and contrasting bracelet links.

Rolex Yacht-Master II 116681: An Archive Review

Explore the archived Rolex Yacht-Master II identified as 116681, with its blue bezel, contrasting bracelet and regatta countdown display.

Rolex Yacht-Master II 116681: An Archive Review

Explore the archived Rolex Yacht-Master II identified as 116681, with its blue bezel, contrasting bracelet and regatta countdown display.

Gem covered Patek Philippe Nautilus with baton markers and a date window.

Gem Set Patek Philippe Nautilus: What the Photo...

Explore a gem set Patek Philippe Nautilus from our archive, with accurate photo details and questions about its reference and custom setting.

Gem Set Patek Philippe Nautilus: What the Photo...

Explore a gem set Patek Philippe Nautilus from our archive, with accurate photo details and questions about its reference and custom setting.

Two gem covered Nautilus watches with white and warm colored metal details.

Gem Set Patek Philippe Nautilus: Comparing Meta...

Compare the white and warm metal appearances of gem set Nautilus watches, and learn which materials and setting details need documentation.

Gem Set Patek Philippe Nautilus: Comparing Meta...

Compare the white and warm metal appearances of gem set Nautilus watches, and learn which materials and setting details need documentation.

Two gem set Audemars Piguet watches with white and warm metal details.

Gem Set Audemars Piguet Watches: White and Warm...

Compare two gem set Audemars Piguet watches with different metal colors, including bracelet patterns, setting origin and wear considerations.

Gem Set Audemars Piguet Watches: White and Warm...

Compare two gem set Audemars Piguet watches with different metal colors, including bracelet patterns, setting origin and wear considerations.

Archived Cartier Santos with black stones across the case and bracelet.

Cartier Santos with Black Gem Settings: An Arch...

Look closely at an archived Cartier Santos with black gem settings, including the dial, bracelet and questions about stone identity and custom work.

Cartier Santos with Black Gem Settings: An Arch...

Look closely at an archived Cartier Santos with black gem settings, including the dial, bracelet and questions about stone identity and custom work.

Small red dial Rolex with a gem set bezel on a gold tone bracelet.

Rolex Datejust with Aftermarket Details: What t...

Explore archived Rolex watches with gem set bezels and distinctive dials, with guidance on confirming references and aftermarket modifications.

Rolex Datejust with Aftermarket Details: What t...

Explore archived Rolex watches with gem set bezels and distinctive dials, with guidance on confirming references and aftermarket modifications.

Archived Royal Oak Offshore worn outside the Diamonds by Raymond Lee showroom.

Audemars Piguet Shaquille O’Neal Offshore: An A...

Revisit the Royal Oak Offshore identified in our archive as the Shaquille O’Neal edition, with advice on documentation, fit and condition.

Audemars Piguet Shaquille O’Neal Offshore: An A...

Revisit the Royal Oak Offshore identified in our archive as the Shaquille O’Neal edition, with advice on documentation, fit and condition.

Bvlgari chronograph with a light dial, three subdials and an engraved bezel.

Bvlgari Diagono Watches: Dials, Straps and Buyi...

Explore Bvlgari Diagono design variations, from chronograph dials to strap choices, with practical details to check on an older watch.

Bvlgari Diagono Watches: Dials, Straps and Buyi...

Explore Bvlgari Diagono design variations, from chronograph dials to strap choices, with practical details to check on an older watch.

Earlier generation Rolex Air-King with a black dial.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39 and Air-King 116900 C...

Compare the archived Oyster Perpetual 39 reference 114300 and Air-King 116900, with clear captions distinguishing other Rolex models shown.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39 and Air-King 116900 C...

Compare the archived Oyster Perpetual 39 reference 114300 and Air-King 116900, with clear captions distinguishing other Rolex models shown.

Archived Air-King with a black dial and green seconds hand.

Rolex Air-King 116900: An Earlier Generation Ex...

Learn about the Rolex Air-King 116900 pictured in our archive and why its specifications differ from later Air-King models.

Rolex Air-King 116900: An Earlier Generation Ex...

Learn about the Rolex Air-King 116900 pictured in our archive and why its specifications differ from later Air-King models.

Cartier Roadster chronograph with a light dial and metal bracelet.

Cartier Roadster: Case Shapes, Dials and Buying...

Compare Cartier Roadster dial and case designs from our archive, with advice on reference identification, bracelet fit and condition.

Cartier Roadster: Case Shapes, Dials and Buying...

Compare Cartier Roadster dial and case designs from our archive, with advice on reference identification, bracelet fit and condition.

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