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Rolex
Swiss • b. 1905
Biography
Founded in 1905 England by Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis as Wilsdorf & Davis, it soon became known as the Rolex Watch Company in 1915, moving its headquarters to Geneva in 1919. Like no other company, the success of the wristwatch can be attributed to many of Rolex's innovations that made them one of the most respected and well-known of all luxury brands. These innovations include their famous "Oyster" case — the world's first water resistant and dustproof watch case, invented in 1926 — and their "Perpetual" — the first reliable self-winding movement for wristwatches launched in 1933. They would form the foundation for Rolex's Datejust and Day-Date, respectively introduced in 1945 and 1956, but also importantly for their sports watches, such as the Explorer, Submariner and GMT-Master launched in the mid-1950s.
One of its most famous models is the Cosmograph Daytona. Launched in 1963, these chronographs are without any doubt amongst the most iconic and coveted of all collectible wristwatches. Other key collectible models include their most complicated vintage watches, including references 8171 and 6062 with triple calendar and moon phase, "Jean Claude Killy" triple date chronograph models and the Submariner, including early "big-crown" models and military-issued variants.
Insights
Paul Newman's "Paul Newman" Rolex Daytona, the Rolex reference 6239, achieved US $17,752,500 during the 26 October 2017 WINNING ICONS auction. Highest result ever achieved for a wristwatch at auction. Watch the auction footage from this night in New York here.
The diamond-encrusted Rolex "Bao Dai" reference 6062 — which had been commissioned by the last emperor of Vietnam in 1954 Geneva — achieved 5,066,000 CHF (US $5,060,427) during the 14 May 2017 Geneva Watch Auction: FIVE.
A Rolex reference 4113 — the rarest and most complicated of all Rolex models — achieved 2,405,000 CHF during the 15 May 2016 START-STOP-RESET thematic Phillips Watches auction.
A rare Rolex Oyster Cosmograph Daytona, the tropical "Paul Newman Oyster Sotto," achieved 1.985 million CHF during the 15 May 2016 START-STOP-RESET thematic Phillips Watches auction.
"Like no other company, the success of the wristwatch can be attributed to many of Rolex's innovations that made them one of the most respected and well-known of all luxury brands."
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Rolex
Ref. 16520
Model: Cosmograph Daytona Floating Dial
A fine, rare and early stainless steel chronograph with desirable and striking dial configuration.Sold
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Rolex
Ref. 6265
Model: Oyster Cosmograph
A fine and rare 6265 stainless steel Chronograph fitted with a black “Sigma” dial and found in excellent condition.Sold
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Rolex
Ref. 16610LV
Model: Submariner "The Kermit"
A superb example of the Rolex Submariner "Kermit " or "Green Bezel" found with full accessories and case back sticker. A great example of collectors watch that represents everyday wear ability with bullet proof residual values.Sold
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Rolex
Ref. 116508
Model: Oyster Daytona
Ref 116508 Yellow Gold Green Daytona with box, guarantee card and hang tagsSold
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Rolex
Ref. 116610LV
Model: Submariner 116610LV "The Hulk"
Rolex 116610LV "Hulk", Box and full accessoriesSold
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Rolex
Ref. 16600 Sea-Dweller 4000ft
Model: Sea-Dweller
Rolex 16600 Sea-Dweller, Box and full accessories.Sold
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Rolex
Ref. 126710BLRO
Model: GMT-Master II
Ref 126710BLRO GMT-Master II with box and papersSold
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Ref. 16710
Model: GMT Master 2
A superb example of an ever popular five digit Rolex GMT ref 16710 found with original, box, papers, hang tags and case back sticker.Sold
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Rolex
Ref. 228206
Model: Day-Date 40
Ref. 228206 Day-Date 40 in Platinum. Arabic calendar wristwatch with Eastern Arabic numerals and bracelet.Sold
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Rolex
Model: GMT-Master
GMT 16700 pepsi bezel with box, cert, brochureSold
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Rolex
Ref. 116000
Model: Oyster Perpetual 36mm
Something of an unknown treasure within the Rolex catalogs. The reference 116600 combines the daily practicality of Rolex Oyster Steel, calibre 3130 self winding movement and classic blue explorer style 3,6,9 dial with 18ct Gold hour markers. Full set and found in unworn condition.Sold
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Rolex
Ref. 116520
Model: Cosmograph Daytona "Chromalight"
This final generation reference 116520 features a crisp white APH gap dial, blue "Chromalight" luminous hands and hour markers, randomised RRR engraved serial number and credit card style guarantee. This example is from the final years of production and is the last iteration before the much lauded ceramic bezel gained universal popularity and the classical steel bezel faded from the catalogs.Sold
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Ref. 16610LV
Model: Submariner "Anniversary".
In perfect, "New Old Stock" condition, this fully stickered 16610LV Anniversary Submariner also proudly sports the beautiful and individual Rolex Japan case back sticker seldom found outside of its home market. This M-series example from 2007 comes complete with its full complement of original Rolex box, warranty card, booklets, chronometer tag and bezel protector and represents the perfect time-capsule 'Kermit'.Sold
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Rolex
Ref. 16700
Model: GMT Master
An outstanding 16700 GMT with Pepsi bezel and full accessories including Japanese Guarantee and Rolex box. Rarely found in such excellent overall condition, this example of Rolex's classic 90's Pilot's watch and rarer then the later GMT 11 is a superb addition to any serious collection.Sold
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Rolex
Ref. 16710
Model: GMT Master 11
Rarely found stickered on the case , this Reference 16710 is the epitome of the phrase "new old stock". Fitted with the less common black bezel, this GMT comes complete with its original Guarantee, Booklets, Swingtags and box.Sold
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Ref. 16710
It’s no secret that these ‘5 digit’ Rolex sports models are amongst the most coveted watches in the eyes of collectors and investors alike, with colourful GMT’s helping lead the charge. This 16710 GMT-Master II sports the classic Coke bezel that first appeared on the famous ‘Fat Lady’. Found in beautifully crisp condition and complete with its full complement of original certificate, Rolex service history, box and tag.Sold
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Rolex
Ref. 1680
Model: Submariner "Mk V"
A well preserved example of an iconic diver’s watch with outstanding patina on both the dial and bezel.Sold
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Rolex
Ref. 126710BLRO
Model: GMT-Master II "Pepsi"
Complete with its original Rolex box and 5 year warranty card, this latest model GMT-Master II "Pepsi" (ref. 126710BLRO) with its comfortable Jubilee bracelet, has proved the most sought after GMT Rolex have released to date. This example from 2019 is in superb condition and is under Rolex international warranty to 2024.Sold
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Rolex
Ref. 16520
Model: Daytona
One of the rarest and most beautiful 'Zenith' Daytonas, this L-series example was born with the ultra-desirable '4 Line' dial, early 200 unit bezel and first generation matte finish Oyster bracelet. Almost impossible to find complete with the original punched certificate and box, this example also has Rolex service papers confirming this rare 16520's authenticity inside and out.Sold
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Rolex
Ref. 16700
Model: GMT-Master
The perfect pair to our upcoming GMT-Master II, this A Series Pepsi GMT-Master would have been amongst the final 16700 models to leave the Rolex factory. Consigned from a VIP client, this example has been kept in remarkably crisp condition with the original Rolex presentation box, punched certificate, booklets and tag.Sold
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Rolex
Ref. 16600
Model: Sea-Dweller
The 16600 Sea-Dweller has always been a collectors choice, rarer and considerably upgraded compared to the classic 16610 Sub Date, these rugged ‘5 digit’ models have been growing in demand since they were discontinued in 2008. Found in outstanding, seemingly unpolished condition, this 2004 F-series example is complete with the original Rolex box, punched certificate, booklets, tool, anchor and tag.Sold
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Rolex
Ref. 6263
Model: Oyster cosmograph Daytona "Big Red"
Big Red DaytonaSold
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Past Lots
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Rolex
A Diamond, Sapphire and Gold 'Pearlmaster Datejust' Wristwatch
Estimate $30,000 - 50,000
Sold for $35,280
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Rolex
Ref. 5500; inside caseback stamped 1002
Model: Air-King
An interesting and rare stainless steel wristwatch with bracelet, “Pool-Intairdril” logo, and presentation box, sold to benefit the Horological Society of New York’s ongoing education initiativesEstimate $2,000 - 3,000
Sold for $6,048
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804
Rolex
Ref. 116719BLRO
Model: GMT-Master II
A fine and attractive white gold dual-time wristwatch with center seconds, date, bracelet, guarantee and presentation boxEstimate HK$150,000 - 250,000
Sold for HK$302,400
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805
Rolex
Ref. 116520
Model: Cosmograph Daytona
A fine and attractive stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, guarantee and presentation boxEstimate HK$160,000 - 230,000
Sold for HK$302,400
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814
Rolex
Ref. 1802, inside caseback stamped 1804
Model: Day-Date
An attractive and very rare platinum wristwatch with center seconds, day, date, diamond-set indexes, “Pie-Pan Khanjar dial” and bracelet, made for the Sultanate of Oman and retailed by AspreyEstimate HK$470,000 - 935,000
Sold for HK$1,386,000
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815
Rolex
Ref. 3584
Model: King Midas
An extremely fine and rare white gold rectangular-shaped wristwatch with “Khanjar” lapis lazuli dial, bracelet and presentation box, made for the Sultanate of Oman and retailed by AspreyEstimate HK$117,000 - 195,000
Sold for HK$226,800
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816
Rolex
Ref. 116710LN
Model: GMT-Master II
A fine, rare and "New-Old-Stock" stainless steel dual time wristwatch with center seconds, date, bracelet, engraved caseback, guarantee and presentation box, made for the Sultanate of OmanEstimate HK$115,000 - 195,000
Sold for HK$390,600
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823
Rolex
Ref. 6610
Model: Explorer
A very rare, attractive and well-preserved stainless steel wristwatch with gilt dial, center seconds and bracelet, retailed by K.W.CoEstimate HK$240,000 - 340,000
Sold for HK$504,000
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824
Rolex
Ref. 1675
Model: GMT-Master “Pepsi”
An extremely rare, well-preserved and attractive stainless steel dual-time wristwatch with date, center seconds, double Swiss gilt glossy dial, pointed crown guards and braceletEstimate HK$320,000 - 560,000
Sold for HK$604,800
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825
Rolex
Ref. 5513
Model: Submariner
A very rare and well-preserved stainless steel diver’s wristwatch with helium escape valve, center seconds, and bracelet, made for COMEX, with diving literature from the original ownerEstimate HK$250,000 - 450,000
Sold for HK$529,200
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826
Rolex
Ref. 6263
Model: Cosmograph Daytona “Big Red”
A rare and attractive stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, guarantee and presentation boxEstimate HK$300,000 - 500,000
Sold for HK$1,071,000
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827
Rolex
Ref. 116509
Model: Cosmograph Daytona
A fine and attractive white gold chronograph wristwatch with blue sodalite dial, bracelet, guarantee and presentation boxEstimate HK$195,000 - 350,000
Sold for HK$604,800
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835
Rolex
Ref. 6104
Model: Datejust
A very fine, attractive and very rare yellow gold wristwatch with center seconds, roulette date, gilt dial and braceletEstimate HK$100,000 - 200,000
Sold for HK$189,000
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836
Rolex
Ref. 6241
Model: Cosmograph Daytona
An extremely rare and very attractive yellow gold chronograph wristwatchEstimate HK$1,170,000 - 1,950,000
Sold for HK$1,764,000
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843
Rolex
Ref. 1665
Model: Sea-Dweller, “Rail Dial”
An attractive and rare stainless steel diver’s wristwatch with rail dial, center seconds, helium escape valve, date, bracelet, blank guarantee and presentation boxEstimate HK$95,000 - 160,000
Sold for HK$277,200
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844
Rolex
Ref. 16600
Model: Sea-Dweller “COMEX”
A very fine, attractive and rare stainless steel diver’s wristwatch center seconds, date, helium escape valve, bracelet and presentation box, made for COMEXEstimate HK$480,000 - 700,000
Sold for HK$1,008,000
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845
Rolex
Ref. 16520
Model: Cosmograph Daytona, "Proto"
A historically important stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with “prototype dial” and braceletEstimate HK$800,000 - 1,200,000
Sold for HK$1,890,000
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857
Rolex
Ref. 114270
Model: Explorer
A fine and attractive stainless steel wristwatch with center seconds, bracelet, guarantee and presentation boxEstimate HK$20,000 - 40,000
Sold for HK$63,000
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861
Rolex
Ref. 116519LN
Model: Cosmograph Daytona
A fine and attractive white gold chronograph wristwatch with guarantee and presentation boxEstimate HK$155,000 - 235,000
Sold for HK$352,800
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