A Rolex may be the most instantly recognizable watch in the world, and it’s for good reason: the brand is, in many ways, the industry’s standard-bearer. In 1910, five years after its founding, Rolex produced the first watch to receive the Swiss Certificate for Chronometric Precision, and the brand has been synonymous with exacting watchmaking ever since. While it may not be the oldest watchmaker, Rolex set the template for watches as we know them today, introducing the first waterproof timepiece in 1926, inventing self-winding technology in 1931 and date displays in 1945. For almost as long as the company has existed, Rolex has been synonymous with sporting and adventure. A Rolex watch was there for the first summit of Mount Everest as well as the first dive into Mariana Trench, the deepest known point on Earth. But, of course, Rolexes are beloved for more than their utility; everyone from Winston Churchill to Steve McQueen to Roger Federer has sported them. Paul Newman, another devoted Rolex fan, wore his Daytona so often that the style — with its graphic black-and-white dial – is known among collectors as a Newman Daytona. That holy grail piece (only 2,000-3,000 models were produced with that particular design) is one of the most coveted watches in the world. But any Rolex, from the classic Datejust to the rugged Submariner, is an investment for the ages.

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Dial: white Caliber: cal. 4130 automatic, 44 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: F8'77P'784 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 165 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Box: yes Papers: yes Accessories: Rolex presentation box with outer packaging, International Warranty card dated March 2, 2018, leather cardholder, booklet, two additional links, bezel protector, hang tags

View 1 of Lot 4: Reference 116500 Daytona | A stainless steel automatic chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 2018

reference 116500 daytona | a stainless steel automatic chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, circa 2018

Dial: black Caliber: cal. 727 mechanical, 17 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 3’291’367 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding clasp Size: 37.5 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 185 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Box: no Papers: no

View 1 of Lot 208: Reference 6263 Daytona | A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1973

reference 6263 daytona | a stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, circa 1973

Dial: mother of pearl Caliber: cal. 4130 automatic, 44 jewels Movement number: C0'513'537 Case: 18k white gold, screw-down case back Case number: G'198'892 Closure: 18k white gold Rolex folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movement Box: yes Papers: yes Accessories: Rolex presentation case with outer packaging, warranty card, product literature and numbered hang tag

View 1 of Lot 7: Reference 116519 Daytona |  A white gold chronograph wristwatch with mother-of-pearl dial | Circa 2010

reference 116519 daytona | a white gold chronograph wristwatch with mother-of-pearl dial | circa 2010

Dial: white Caliber: cal. 4030 automatic, 31 jewels Movement number: 41065 Case: 18k yellow gold, screw down case back Case number: L’465’016 Closure: 18k yellow gold Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding clasp Size: 40 mm, bracelet circumference approximately 185 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Box: no Papers: no

View 1 of Lot 125: Reference 16528 Daytona ‘Inverted 6’ | Retailed by Tiffany & Co.: A yellow gold automatic chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1989

reference 16528 daytona ‘inverted 6’ | retailed by tiffany & co.: a yellow gold automatic chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, circa 1989

Dial: diamond-set mother-of-pearl and meteorite

Dial: diamond-set mother-of-pearl and meteorite Caliber: cal. 4130 automatic, 44 jewels Movement number: C0'125'700 Case: 18k white gold, screw down case back Case number: F'032'621 Closure: 18k white gold Rolex folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movement Box: yes Papers: no Accessories: Rolex presentation box with outer packaging, booklet, pouch, and hangtag Weight: approximately 103.74 g

View 1 of Lot 212: Reference 116519 Daytona | A white gold automatic chronograph wristwatch with meteorite and mother-of-pearl diamond-set dial, Circa 2005

reference 116519 daytona | a white gold automatic chronograph wristwatch with meteorite and mother-of-pearl diamond-set dial, circa 2005

Dial: diamonds, sapphires Caliber: cal. 4130 automatic, 44 jewels Movement number: C0'023'193 Case: 18k white gold and sapphire, screw-down case back Case number: P'901'633 Closure: 18k white gold Rolex folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movement Box: yes Papers: no Accessories: Rolex presentation box with outer packaging, service card, card holder, copy of service invoice dated November 2025, COSC hang tag and hang tag

View 1 of Lot 126: Reference 116589SACI Daytona | A white gold, sapphire and diamond-set chronograph wristwatch, Circa 2000

reference 116589saci daytona | a white gold, sapphire and diamond-set chronograph wristwatch, circa 2000

Dial: silvered, sapphire and diamond-set Caliber: cal. 4030 automatic, 31 jewels Movement number: 140'982 Case: 18k white gold and diamond-set, screw down case back Case number: U'355'780 Closure: 18k white gold Rolex folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movement Box: yes Papers: no Accessories: Rolex presentation box with outer packaging, International Service Guarantee card dated April 13th, 2022, Operating Instructions booklet, booklet, card holder, pouch, and hangtag Weight: approximately 98.81 g

View 1 of Lot 211: Reference 16589 Daytona | A white gold and diamond-set automatic chronograph wristwatch, Circa 1997

reference 16589 daytona | a white gold and diamond-set automatic chronograph wristwatch, circa 1997

Dial: meteorite Caliber: cal. 4130 automatic, 44 jewels Case: 18k white gold and diamond-set, screw down case back Case number: 5S'M43'896 Closure: 18k white gold Rolex folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movement Box: yes Papers: yes Accessories: Rolex presentation box with outer packaging, Guarantee Card dated 2 September 2011, Service Card, leather cardholder, and hangtag

View 1 of Lot 211: Reference 116589RBR Daytona | A white gold and diamond-set automatic wristwatch with meteorite dial, Circa 2011

reference 116589rbr daytona | a white gold and diamond-set automatic wristwatch with meteorite dial, circa 2011

Dial: black and diamond-set Caliber: cal. 4130 automatic, 44 jewels Movement number: C 0'075'387 Case: 18k white gold and diamond-set, screw down case back Case number: K'592'394 Closure: 18k white gold Rolex folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movement Box: yes Papers: no Accessories: Rolex presentation box with outer packaging, and booklet

View 1 of Lot 120: Reference 116589 Daytona | A white gold and diamond-set automatic chronograph wristwatch, Circa 2000

reference 116589 daytona | a white gold and diamond-set automatic chronograph wristwatch, circa 2000

Dial: sodalite and diamond-set Caliber: cal. 4030 automatic, 31 jewels Movement number: 167'756 Case: 18k white gold and sapphire-set, screw down case back Case number: U'355'791 Closure: 18k white gold Rolex folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movement Box: yes Papers: no Accessories: Rolex presentation box with outer packaging and booklets

View 1 of Lot 122: Reference 16589SACI Daytona | A white gold, diamond, and sapphire-set automatic chronograph wristwatch with sodalite dial, Circa 1997

reference 16589saci daytona | a white gold, diamond, and sapphire-set automatic chronograph wristwatch with sodalite dial, circa 1997

Dial: silvered Caliber: cal. 727 mechanical, 17 jewels Case: stainless steel, monogramed screw down case back Case number: 3'821'898 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster rivet link bracelet with folding clasp Size: 37 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 185 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Box: yes Papers: yes Accessories: Rolex presentation box with outer packaging, Guarantee Paper dated 18 September 1975 (punched), traveling case, service invoice dated March 1981, diagnostic tests card, booklets, hangtag, and price tag

View 1 of Lot 176: Reference 6265 Daytona | A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1974

reference 6265 daytona | a stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, circa 1974

Rolex Daytona Big Red Reference 6265 Fitted with the famous caliber Valjoux 727, the Rolex Daytona Reference 6265&nbsp;exemplifies the evolution of the Rolex Daytona. Introduced in 1969, this reference retains the classic stainless steel tachymeter bezel, and is enhanced with screw-down pushers and crown. This technology waterproofs the case alongside the screw-down case back thus being designated 'Oyster'. <ul><li>Please note the image is a representative image of this item and not a photograph of the exact item available for purchase. For exact specifications, please use the Enquire function for further assistance from our team.</li><li>Please note that availability of this item is subject to change based on market conditions. For details please use the Enquire function.</li></ul>

Rolex Daytona Big Red Reference 6265

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Rolex Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 116518LN). A 40mm yellow gold diamond set automatic wristwatch with chronograph. 2018

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 116568BR). A 40mm yellow gold diamond set automatic wristwatch with chronograph. 2002

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Rolex Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 116520). A 40mm stainless steel automatic wristwatch with chronograph. 2007

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 'Pikachu' (Reference 116518LN). A 40mm yellow gold automatic wristwatch with chronograph. 2017

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 116523). A 40mm yellow gold stainless steel diamond-set automatic wristwatch with chronograph. 2016

Rolex Daytona Rainbow Reference 116598RBOW The yellow gold and white gold Rainbow Daytona debuted in 2012, followed by the Everose Gold edition reference 116595 RBOW in 2018. Embellished with multi-color baguette-cut sapphires around the bezel, each gemstone is carefully handpicked and handcrafted to resemble an array of rainbow hues. Pushing the design limit of a wristwatch, the lugs and crown guards are elegantly set with brilliant-cut diamonds. Set against a gleaming black dial and gold meteorite sub-dials, the hour markers are finished with 8 other diamonds. <ul><li>Please note the image is a representative image of this item and not a photograph of the exact item available for purchase. For exact specifications, please use the Enquire function for further assistance from our team.</li><li>Please note that availability of this item is subject to change based on market conditions. For details please use the Enquire function.</li></ul>

Rolex Daytona Rainbow Reference 116598RBOW

Roelx Daytona Platona Reference 116506 The Rolex Daytona Reference 116506 was introduced at Baselworld 2013 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Rolex Daytona. The platinum case and bracelet is paired with an ice blue dial, framed by the highly durable Cerachrom bezel in brown.

Rolex Daytona Platona Reference 116506

Rolex Daytona John Mayer Reference 116508 Launched in 2016 at Baselworld, the 18K yellow gold Reference 116508 retains many of the features that make the Daytona so iconic, including the fixed Tachymetric scale bezel, screw-down chronograph pushers and the sub dials at 3, 6 &amp; 9. However, it was the first Daytona to be supplied with a green dial with contrasting applied yellow gold hour markers. Whilst initially overshadowed by its black and white-dialed steel brothers with their Cerachrom bezels, the green 116508 has become one of the most in-demand and desirable offerings from Rolex, particularly after its appearance on the wrist of well-known collector and musician John Mayer. <ul><li>Please note the image is a representative image of this item and not a photograph of the exact item available for purchase. For exact specifications, please use the Enquire function for further assistance from our team.</li><li>Please note that availability of this item is subject to change based on market conditions. For details please use the Enquire function.</li></ul>

Rolex Daytona John Mayer Reference 116508

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Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 116520). A 40mm stainless steel automatic wristwatch with chronograph. 2004

Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 116503). A 40mm yellow gold stainless steel automatic wristwatch with chronograph. 2017

Rolex Daytona Reference 116500LN Black Dial Launched at Baselworld in 2016, the&nbsp;redesigned Rolex Daytona Ref 116500&nbsp;introduced a number of notable design and material upgrades on its predecessor. These included both black and white dial options and, most strikingly, a monobloc Cerachrom Tachymeter timing bezel in black, which evoked historic examples of the Daytona such as the references 6241 and 6263 with their contrasting black acrylic bezel.&nbsp; Originally designed as a tool for professional race car drivers, the case is equipped with an extremely precise in house caliber 4130 self-winding movement with a paramagnetic blue parachrom hairspring and a 72-hour power reserve. <ul><li>Please note the image is a representative image of this item and not a photograph of the exact item available for purchase. For exact specifications, please use the Enquire function for further assistance from our team.</li><li>Please note that availability of this item is subject to change based on market conditions. For details please use the Enquire function.</li></ul>

Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 116500LN). A 40mm stainless steel automatic wristwatch with chronograph.

Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 16589). A 40mm white gold diamond-set automatic wristwatch with chronograph. 1997-1998

Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 116503). A 40mm yellow gold stainless steel automatic wristwatch with chronograph.

Rolex Daytona Reference 116505 This Rolex Daytona Reference 116505 model is constructed throughout in 18k Everose gold, including the dial which features complementary black sub-dials. <ul><li>Please note the image is a representative image of this item and not a photograph of the exact item available for purchase. For exact specifications, please use the Enquire function for further assistance from our team.</li><li>Please note that availability of this item is subject to change based on market conditions. For details please use the Enquire function.</li></ul>

Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 116505). A 40mm rose gold automatic wristwatch with chronograph.

Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 116523). A 40mm yellow gold stainless steel automatic wristwatch with chronograph. 2013

Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 126518). A 40mm yellow gold automatic wristwatch with chronograph.

Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 116518LN). A 40mm yellow gold automatic wristwatch with chronograph. 2018

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Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 116500LN). A 40mm stainless stain automatic wristwatch with chronograph.

Launched in 1963, the Cosmograph Daytona was designed to be a professional racing watch, and until this day, remains one of the most sought-after sports models.The model allows users to accurately measure time in hours, minutes and seconds with its tachymetric scale, pushers and three counters.

Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 116520). A 40mm stainless steel automatic wristwatch with chronograph. 2003

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