Question 1

Who started miniature painting in India?

Accepted Answer

Miniature painting was started in India by the Palas of Bengal, who are considered the pioneers of the art form. Indian miniatures are small, detailed paintings that can be traced back to the 9th century. Shop a collection of miniature paintings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 2

What was Rolex before?

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Before 1915, the Rolex Watch Co. was called Wilsdorf and Davis. The company shared a name with its founders Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis, but they opted to update it after they trademarked the word Rolex in 1908. Find a wide variety of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.

Question 3

What is a Pepsi Rolex?

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A Pepsi Rolex is a watch with a red and blue bezel nicknamed for its resemblance to the logo to one of America's favorite soft drinks. The first version of the Rolex GMT-Master II, or “Pepsi” arrived in 1954. It is a highly coveted mid-level price watch.

Question 4

What does Rolex mean?

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The term “Rolex” refers to a luxury watch produced by the company Rolex. In 1905, Hans Wildorf founded the company in London, UK, but today it operates from headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. Shop a large selection of Rolex watches 1stDibs.

Question 5

Can you swim with a Rolex?

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Yes, you can swim wearing most Rolex watches because the Swiss luxury watchmaker's timepieces tend to be waterproof. However, the depth that you can safely dive to while wearing one varies, making it important that you consult the water-resistance information etched onto the back of the case or detailed in the watch's papers before you swim. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Rolex watches.

Question 6

Can a Rolex be traced?

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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.

Question 7

How do I open a Rolex?

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To open a Rolex watch, you must have a die kit. Rolex designs these kits and sells them through authorized brick-and-mortar and online dealers. Place the die in the center of the case back, positioning it inside of the grooves. Then, twist the die clockwise with one hand and hold the watch steady with the other. Continue to twist until you unscrew the back completely. Shop a wide range of Rolex on 1stDibs.

Question 8

What year is my Rolex?

Accepted Answer

To determine what year your Rolex watch is, use the serial number. Normally, you will find the number engraved on the bottom half of the back of the case. Depending on the age and model, the serial number ranges from four to eight digits in length. You can contact Rolex to determine the year that corresponds to the serial number or use an online tool. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted Rolex watches.

Question 9

What is a 1675 Rolex?

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A 1675 Rolex is the name for the second generation of Rolex GMT-Master watches produced by the brand Rolex. The Swiss luxury watchmaker made the model from 1959 to 1980. It featured crown guards and an aluminum insert that made the timepiece more durable than its predecessor. You'll find a wide variety of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.

Question 10

Which Rolex has meteorite?

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A number of Rolex watches include meteorite, a piece of debris from a meteoroid, asteroid or comet. The Swiss luxury watchmaker uses the material in the premium models in its Datejust, Pearlmaster and GMT-Master II lines. Shop a variety of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.

Question 11

What is the Rolex Thunderbird?

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Rolex Thunderbird is another name for the Rolex Datejust Turn-O-Graph watch. It is well known for its rotating bezel. The Swiss watchmaker released the timepiece for the first time in 1953. You'll find a collection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.

Question 12

What is a Rolex GMT?

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A Rolex GMT is a wristwatch designed with jetsetters in mind. The watch features a bezel that can track both departure and destination times. Unlike standard watches, the Rolex GMT has a fourth hand set to GMT. GMT stands for Greenwich Mean Time, which is the standard to which all time zones are dictated. Find a selection of Rolex GMT watches and other styles on 1stDibs.

Question 13

What country is Rolex from?

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Rolex is from Switzerland. However, the company's history can be traced to the UK. 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 Montres Rolex S.A. Explore a wide range of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.

Question 14

Does Rolex do financing?

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No, Rolex does not offer financing. That said, there are many qualified and reputable Rolex retailers who may offer their own financing options. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Question 15

How is a Rolex powered?

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A Rolex watch is powered by a Perpetual rotor that captures the energy of your body’s movement and uses it to keep your watch running. You can also wind up a Rolex if you haven’t been wearing it for a while. Shop the collection of authenticated Rolex timepieces available from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Question 16

How does a Rolex work?

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Most Rolex watches work thanks to a perpetual rotor found inside. Every time you move your wrist, this rotor glides back and forth, creating kinetic energy. That energy moves into the mainspring of the watch to power the timepiece, eliminating the need for winding as long as the watch is being worn. You’ll find a large selection of Rolex on 1stDibs.

Question 17

What is a Presidential Rolex?

Accepted Answer

Presidential Rolex is a nickname for the Rolex Day-Date watch. When it debuted in 1956, the timepiece stood out as the only one that showed both the date and day of the week on its dial. The watch got its nickname when President Lyndon B. Johnson wore a Day-Date watch made of yellow gold in 1965. You’ll find a large selection of Rolex Day-Date watches on 1stDibs.

Question 18

What is a Rolex chocolate?

Accepted Answer

When referring to Rolex watches, the term “chocolate'' is referencing the dial and its brown hue. The watches that feature this rich chocolate dial come with a few different metal options and bands, and they’re all made with the luxe quality people have come to expect from Rolex. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Question 19

What is a Rolex Daytona?

Accepted Answer

A Rolex Daytona is a wristwatch designed with race car drivers in mind. Named after the Daytona 500, the watch measures elapsed time and calculates average speed. Find a selection of Rolex Daytona watches and other styles on 1stDibs.

Question 20

What is a Rolex 1680?

Accepted Answer

A Rolex 1680 is a model of watch produced by the Swiss luxury watchmaker Rolex. Its full name is the Rolex Submariner 1680. The company introduced it in 1969 and manufactured it until 1979. Find a collection of Rolex 1680 watches on 1stDibs.

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