Our Top 5 Most Expensive Rolex Watches
Did you know that Rolex is the single largest luxury watch company, retailing in over 100 countries and is estimated to produce 2,000 pieces per day! That’s a staggering amount if you consider the value of some of these items. In this article, we take a look at our top 5 most expensive Rolex watches available to buy and the two most expensive Rolex watches ever sold!
1. Rolex GMT Master II Ice - $480,000+
Owned by the likes of David Beckham and Brad Pitt, this timepiece is the most expensive Rolex that can be bought brand new. With a “wavey” diamond-encrusted dial and an 18kt white gold case also set with diamonds, you can expect to blind any passers-by as your wrist furniture catches the slightest ray of light.
Another luxury diamond-encrusted Rolex that will set you back almost a quarter of a million dollars. The Submariner is a household name amongst watch enthusiasts however this particular model houses a blue diamond-set bezel on top an 18kt white gold face. Being a Submariner this watch is also water-resistant to 1000ft, if you fancied taking your jewels for a swim.
Last but not least we have the most expensive watch ever to be sold. That’s right, not just the most expensive Rolex but the most expensive watch across the board. This watch does not sport any dazzling diamonds nor is it made from any particularly precious metals; what makes this watch so expensive is the story behind it.
Previously owned by the late actor Paul Newman, it was gifted to him by his wife Joanne Woodward.
The value of these astonishingly well-crafted watches increases year after year especially those with history to them. This is why looking after them is so important and ensuring you have the correct insurance to cover such valuables.
At Highworth, we specialise in creating policies that cover high value items such as Rolex watches and other items of jewellery. Have peace of mind knowing that your prized possessions are in good hands. For more information on our policies please get in touch today.
1. Rolex GMT Master II Ice - $480,000+
(Depending on price of diamond at time of sale).
Owned by the likes of David Beckham and Brad Pitt, this timepiece is the most expensive Rolex that can be bought brand new. With a “wavey” diamond-encrusted dial and an 18kt white gold case also set with diamonds, you can expect to blind any passers-by as your wrist furniture catches the slightest ray of light.
2. Submariner Automatic Chronometer Diamond Silver Dial - $230,000
Another luxury diamond-encrusted Rolex that will set you back almost a quarter of a million dollars. The Submariner is a household name amongst watch enthusiasts however this particular model houses a blue diamond-set bezel on top an 18kt white gold face. Being a Submariner this watch is also water-resistant to 1000ft, if you fancied taking your jewels for a swim.
3. Pearlmaster 39 Everose Gold Diamond Pave - $170,000
Boasting an incredible 713 diamonds set into the dial and the bezel hosting even more, this rose gold Pearlmaster really does present exceptional design. Marked with roman numerals on the hour (notice the number 4 is purposely incorrect) and set atop an 18kt pink gold alloy that is exclusive to Rolex.
4. The 1971 Rolex Daytona Reference 626 Unicorn - Sold for $5.9m in 2018
Moving away from the current market and looking at some rarer and more sought after pieces. This Daytona is the only model available in 18kt white gold which is how it picked up its nickname “Unicorn”. Passed between collectors, this watch was sold at auction for 5.9 million dollars in May of 2018 and is the second most expensive Rolex ever to be sold.
5. Paul Newman’s Rolex Daytona - Sold for $17.8m in 2017
Last but not least we have the most expensive watch ever to be sold. That’s right, not just the most expensive Rolex but the most expensive watch across the board. This watch does not sport any dazzling diamonds nor is it made from any particularly precious metals; what makes this watch so expensive is the story behind it.
Previously owned by the late actor Paul Newman, it was gifted to him by his wife Joanne Woodward.
The value of these astonishingly well-crafted watches increases year after year especially those with history to them. This is why looking after them is so important and ensuring you have the correct insurance to cover such valuables.
At Highworth, we specialise in creating policies that cover high value items such as Rolex watches and other items of jewellery. Have peace of mind knowing that your prized possessions are in good hands. For more information on our policies please get in touch today.
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