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How do you know if a Rolex watch is real?
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To know if a Rolex watch is real, you’ll want to look at several factors. For one, if a Rolex is $50 or less, it’s certainly not genuine. Additionally, if a Rolex watch is real, it will have its serial and model numbers deeply engraved into the metal between the lugs attaching the band to the body (fakes often just have them etched on with acid). Real Rolex movements are self-winding and mechanical, as opposed to quartz or battery-powered. The lettering is also a reliable tell: All lettering on the face of a Rolex watch should have an exquisitely crisp appearance. It should be centered and perfectly aligned without inconsistent spacing, blurs, splotches or misspellings. On 1stDibs, you can find vintage Rolex watches for sale from expertly vetted sellers.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 26, 2024
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Rolex Gold Submariner 126618LB Blue 18 Carats Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Rome, IT
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Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Custom Made T. Blue Dial, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 35...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Watch Black Index Dial Diamonds Mens Jubilee Band 126300
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Watch Black Index Dial Diamond Bezel Mens Jubilee Band 126300
Unworn piece. Due to custom bezel sale comes with a Rolex box, Appraisal Certificate, In-house ...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
1991 Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM 69173 Jubilee Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: ROLEX
Gender: Ladies
Material: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Diameter: 26.00 mm
Weight: 54.09 grams
One ladies, 18K yellow gold and stainless steel, ROLEX Swiss made ...
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16233 Black Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16233
Serial: E396***
Year: 1990
Model: Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
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Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust 18kt Yellow Gold/Stainless Steel Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Mens Rolex- Datejust
Date: 1972
36 mm
Preowned
Reference: 1600
18kt yellow and stainless steel
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel