Daytona
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 126518LN-0016 Yellow Gold Black Cerachrom Bezel Meteorite Dial Watch 2025
Rolex 126518LN-0016 40mm 18K yellow gold case, screw-down back, screw-down crown with triplock triple waterproofness system, black monobloc cerachrom bezel in ceramic with moulded tachymetric scale, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal scratch-resistant sapphire, meteorite dial, index hour markers, 4131, manufacture Rolex perpetual, mechanical chronograph, self-winding movement with centre hour and minute hands, small seconds hand at 6 o'clock. Chronograph via centre seconds hand, 30-minute counter at 3 o'clock and 12-hour counter at 9 o'clock, stop seconds for exact time setting, approximately 72 hours of power reserve, Oysterflex strap made from flexible metal blades overmoulded with high-performance elastomer, folding Oysterlock safety buckle with rolex glidelock extension system. Waterproof to 100 metres / 330 feet.
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Rolex 116523 Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch with Black Dial
A stealth take on an icon: this Rolex Daytona 116523 pairs a black PVD/DLC aftermarket coating with a matching black dial for a bold, monochrome look. The 40 mm Oyster case with screw-down crown and pushers, sapphire crystal, and tachymeter bezel keep the racing pedigree intact—now with a contemporary, all‑black edge. Powered by Rolex’s in‑house Calibre 4130 automatic chronograph, the 116523 was originally crafted in Oystersteel and 18k yellow gold and fitted to the robust Oyster bracelet with Oysterlock clasp—here finished to match the blacked‑out aesthetic. Water resistant to 100 m and built for precision timing, this customized Daytona delivers classic performance with modern attitude. Note: the black PVD/DLC finish is an aftermarket customization and not affiliated with Rolex.
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Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116519LN White Gold With Black Oysterflex Watch Silver Black Subs Dial
FACTORY STICKERS. 18kt white gold case with a black oysterflex band. Black monobloc cerachrom ceramic bezel. Silver dial with silver-tone hands and luminous hour markers. Tachymeter. Black Chronograph - sub-dials displaying: three - 60 second, 30 minute and 12 hours. Rolex Calibre 4130 automatic movement with a 72-hour power reserve. Scratch resistant sapphire crystal. Screw down crown. Solid case back. Round case shape. Case size: 40 mm. Water resistant at 100 meters / 330 feet. Functions: chronograph, hour, minute, second. Luxury watch style. Card dated 2020.
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Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 126509-0002 40mm Oyster Bracelet White Gold with Black Dial 2024
Rolex 126509-0002 40mm 18kt White Gold Case and Screw-Down Case Back with Winding Crown. Black & Silver-tone sub Dial, Diamond-Set Hour Markers with Spray-Coated Counters and 18kt White Gold Applique Hour Markers and Hands with a Chromalight Display, 18kt White Gold Tachymeter Engraved Bezel. Mechanical automatic self-winding Rolex caliber 4131 movement. Small seconds register at 6 o'clock, a 12-hour chronograph register at 9 o'clock, and there is a 30-minute chronograph counter at 3 o'clock. Water resistant to 100 meters/330 feet. 72-hour power reserve at full winding. Luxury watch style. Watch label: Swiss made.
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The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116523 gets a bold, modern makeover with a stealthy aftermarket black PVD/DLC finish, a striking black dial, and a rainbow gem-set bezel—paired with the comfort and sport-ready feel of an Oysterflex-style rubber strap. At 40 mm with screw-down pushers and 100 m/330 ft water resistance, it blends motorsport pedigree with head-turning contemporary flair. Built on the renowned Daytona ref. 116523 platform (originally Rolesor steel and 18k yellow gold), it’s powered by Rolex’s in-house Calibre 4130 automatic chronograph for precision and reliability. A sapphire crystal, robust case architecture, and crisp chronograph layout complete the package. Note: the black coating, rainbow bezel, and rubber strap are aftermarket customizations, creating a unique statement piece while retaining the performance you expect from a Daytona.
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Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch with Black Dial and Rainbow Bezel 116523
An icon with a bold twist, this Rolex Cosmograph Daytona ref. 116523 has been professionally customized with a stealthy black PVD/DLC coating and a vivid rainbow gemstone bezel framing its black dial. The 40 mm case with screw-down crown and pushers delivers everyday durability with water resistance to 100 meters/330 feet, while the matching bracelet completes the sleek, all-black look. Built on the renowned 116523 platform, it is powered by Rolex’s in-house Calibre 4130 automatic chronograph movement, celebrated for precision, robustness, and approximately 72 hours of power reserve. Please note: the black coating and rainbow bezel are aftermarket customizations not produced by Rolex, giving this Daytona a unique, one-of-a-kind presence.
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Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch with Yellow Gold Bezel 116523
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch with Yellow Gold Bezel 116523
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The Rolex 126508-0003 features a 40mm case crafted from 18K yellow gold, equipped with a screw-down case back and a screw-down crown with the Triplock triple waterproofness system. It has a fixed bezel engraved with a tachymetric scale in 18K yellow gold, protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. The dial is striking black with gold accents and diamond hour markers, adding a touch of elegance. Powered by the Rolex Caliber 4131, this automatic chronograph boasts a self-winding movement with central hour and minute hands, a small seconds sub-dial at 6 o'clock, and chronograph functions including a central seconds hand, a 30-minute counter at 3 o'clock, and a 12-hour counter at 9 o'clock. It features a stop-seconds mechanism for precise setting and offers approximately 72 hours of power reserve. The watch is fitted with an Oyster bracelet composed of three solid links, secured by a folding Oysterlock safety clasp with an Easylink 5mm comfort extension link. It is water-resistant up to 100 meters (330 feet).
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Rolex Daytona 116523 Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch with Black Dial
This custom Rolex Daytona 116523 features a black PVD DKC-coated stainless steel case and bracelet, giving it a bold, modern look. The black dial includes three chronograph sub-dials and contrasting hour markers. Powered by an automatic movement and protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. Water resistant up to 100 meters. Comes with a jewelry box, appraisal certificate, and a 1-year in-house mechanical warranty.
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Rolex Daytona 126500LN 40mm Oyster Stainless Steel with Black Dial Watch 2024
The Rolex Daytona, reference number 126500LN, stainless steel 40mm case with black ceramic bezel and a sapphire crystal for enhanced durability. Black dial with luminescent silver-tone hands and luminescent index hour markers. Powered by the advanced Rolex 4131 automatic movement, it offers a 72-hour power reserve and includes a chronograph function with small seconds. Luxury watch style. Watch label: Swiss Made.
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Rolex Daytona 40mm 126539tbr-0002 White Gold with Silver Diamond Dial Watch 2024
The Rolex Daytona 126539TBR-0002, 40mm white gold case with an elegant gem-set bezel. Silver dial with luminescent hands and diamond set hour markers. Black rubber strap, secured by a white gold clasp. It is powered by the automatic caliber 4131. Protected by scratch resistant sapphire crystal. Luxury watch style. Watch label: Swiss Made.
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Rolex Daytona 116523 Black Dial Black Oysterflex Strap PVD/DLC Coated Watch
The Rolex Daytona 116523 stands out with its black PVD DKC-coated Gold/Steel case and oysterflex strap. The black dial features chronograph silver sub-dials and luminous markers. Powered by an automatic movement, this timepiece is both functional and stylish. Includes a sapphire crystal and is water resistant to 100 meters. Comes with Appraisal certificate, and a 1-year mechanical warranty.
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Rolex Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch with Black Dial 116523
The Rolex Daytona 116523 stands out with its black PVD DKC-coated stainless steel case and matching bracelet. The black dial features chronograph sub-dials and luminous markers. Powered by an automatic movement, this timepiece is both functional and stylish. Includes a sapphire crystal and is water resistant to 100 meters. Comes with a jewelry box, appraisal certificate, and a 1-year mechanical warranty.
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Rolex Daytona Black/Red Arabic Racing Dial Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523
Rolex Daytona Black/Red Arabic Racing Dial Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523
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40mm 18K white gold case, screw-down back, screw-down crown with triplock triple waterproofness system, black monobloc cerachrom bezel in ceramic with moulded tachymetric scale, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal scratch-resistant sapphire, bright black and steel dial, index hour markers, 4131, manufacture Rolex perpetual, mechanical chronograph, self-winding movement with centre hour and minute hands, small seconds hand at 6 o'clock, chronograph via centre seconds hand, 30-minute counter at 3 o'clock and 12-hour counter at 9 o'clock, stop seconds for exact time setting, approximately 72 hours of power reserve, Oysterflex strap made from flexible metal blades overmoulded with high-performance elastomer, folding Oysterlock safety buckle with rolex glidelock extension system. Waterproof to 100 metres / 330 feet.
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Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116505 18K Rose Gold Watch Chocolate Dial 2022
Complete with its original Rolex box, booklets, swing tags and warranty card. Under Rolex warranty until April 2027. This 116505 Daytona looks absolutely magnificent in 18ct Everose gold with discontinued chocolate brown dial, one of the most beautiful Daytonas ever made. The watch is truly unworn. Please Note: New watches may display light scuffs on some parts due to being showcased in-store. Rest assured, they are never worn and fully functional. If scuffs are noticeable they will be polished prior to shipping.
Rolex Daytona Series Never Worn or Used
First introduced in 1963, the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona became a representation of luxury, style, and exclusivity. It is distinguished by its unique designs and the mechanical movement continues to set standards for luxury watches. It quickly became one of the most appreciated sports watches in the world.
Unique Features and Innovations of Rolex Daytona
The symbol of luxury, Rolex Daytona continues to impress people. Due to its combination of tradition, modernity and innovative design it easily meets the needs of all types of people. In the beginning, models of Daytona were slow-selling models for Rolex, but in the 1980s, it underwent significant development and a major redesign. That's why it quickly captured people's minds and became a trendsetter in the luxury watch industry. The Rolex Daytona offers features and innovations that make these watches instantly recognizable.
Chronograph
Rolex Daytona is equiped with three sub-dials, that measures hours, minutes and seconds usefull in motorsports.
Tachymeter Bezel
The tachymeter bezel allows it's weaver to measure the speed based on time over a fixed distance, ideal for race car drivers.
Movement Reliability
Daytona features the Rolex in-house Calibre 4130, which is known for it;s realiability and precision.
Racing Legacy
The watch was specifically designed for professional racing drivers, signing the first contact with Sir Malcolm Campbell.
Rolex Daytona Price
How much does a Rolex Daytona cost?
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| Daytona Model Ref. | Retail Price |
| 116500 | $15,550 |
| 126500 | $16,550 |
| 126503 | $21,800 |
| 126515 | $35,100 |
| 126519 | $35,100 |
| 126509 | $46,100 |
| 126508 | $43,100 |
| 126505 | $46,100 |
| 126505 | $78,900 |
| 126529LN | $53,500 |
| Daytona Model Ref. | Retail Price |
| 116520 | $13,910 |
| 116503 | $19,800 |
| 116505 | $39,000 |
| 116515 | $31,950 |
| 116509 | $41,800 |
| 116518 | $35,450 |
| 116506 | $77,900 |
| 16523 | $9,600 |
| 116519 | $31,950 |
| 16520 | $6,300 |
| 16528 | $18,700 |
| 116528 | $35,200 |
| 6262 | $37,200 |
| 16519 | $14,300 |
| 116598 | $72,300 |
The most expensive Daytona ever sold
The 1968 Paul Newman Daytona has become the most expensive Rolex ever. While this timepiece gained prestige for its nickname of the exotic dial, the world of vintage watch collecting once believed it to be lost forever. The watch was originally gifted by Newman's wife and subsequently handed down to his daughter along with it, to her boyfriend James Cox. For many years, the item seemed to have disappeared but out of nowhere it turned up on Cox's wrist. In the fall of 2017, he decided to auction it in New York, where bidding started at $1 million. The price quickly shot up when the first bidder doubled the stake. After twelve minutes of fierce competition, the watch sold for $17.8 million. Even without the use of rare materials or limited production, Newman's Daytona is highly valued due to its remarkable history. It is a rare story that has made it the most expensive but also one of the priciest watches in the world.Why choose the pre-owned market?
The pre-owned watch market presents an incredible advantage to the watch enthusiast - the possibility of owning iconic timepieces like the Rolex Daytona for much less than the price of a new model. But besides this, one can also access watches with historical significance. The pre-owned market enables you to discover rare and vintage models that are no longer produced, such as the famed Paul Newman Daytona model, which has been an in-demand product because of its provenance. In addition, when purchasing pre-owned items, you might be taking a chance to own a watch that will become valuable in the future. This is because some models are limited editions or their backstories make them more unique and authentic if they are appreciated over time. Moreover, the pre-owned market usually has a wider range of styles that make it even easier to find the desired item according to your taste and financial capability.Investment and value
The Rolex Daytona timepieces have proven to be one of the best wrist watches for investment, often appreciating in value over time. Several factors contribute to their strong investment potential:
- Historical significance and legacy
- Limited production
- Material and craftsmanship
- Innovative design
Rolex Daytona Historical Background
The Rolex Daytona made its grand debut in 1963. Nowadays, it has become synonymous with Rolex chronographs. It offers an endless selection of sporty timepieces and is leading the way in the world of luxury watches. In 1965, the "Daytona" name made its debut appearance on the dial, before that, Rolex chronograph line was known as the ¨Cosmograph¨. The redesigned Ref. 6239 first inverted colors, used for the chronograph registers like white on black, or black on silver. Ref 6239 also featured a tachymeter scale which was engraved on the bezel, giving the watch a significantly different visual appearance. Rolex introduced the unique exotic dials which were carried forward to a number of the other vintage Daytona references over the years. These dials were known as Paul Newman dials. One of the characteristics of Paul Newman dials is their contrasting minute track rings, while the hour markers on a Paul Newman dial are shorter than those on a regular Daytona dial.
Celebrities with Rolex Daytona
Rolex Daytona has not always been the most popular option for celebrities around the world. Although the new stainless steel version with ceramic bezel has gained interest of many well known figures, increasing the desirebality of the watch. Here is a list of a few notable figures:- Victoria Beckham - Rolex Daytona in 18k yellow gold, with champagne dial and black sub-counters, reference 116528.
- Jay-Z - Rolex Daytona in 18k Everose gold.
- Jonah Hill - Rolex Daytona in 18k yellow gold, with green dial, reference 116519.
- Antoine Griezman - Rolex Daytona in 18k yellow gold Everose Reference 116595RBOW.
- Rosie Huntington-Whiteley - Rolex Daytona, the rose gold model
- Michael Jordan - Rolex Daytona, Platinum model, with ice blue dial, Reference 116506.
- John Legend - Rolex Daytona, Platinum model, with diamond bezel and dial.
- Elle Macpherson - Rolex Daytona, in 18k yellow gold, with champaigne dial, reference 116528.
- Michael Strahan - Rolex Daytona, with white dial and ceramic bezel, reference 116500.
- Sofia Vergara - Rolex Daytona, in 18k yellow gold, with brown dial and mother-of-pearl sub-dials.
Men's Rolex Daytona
- Case Diameter:40mm
- Dial Color Options:Black, White, Silver, Blue, Green, Champagne, Panda, Reverse Panda
- Bezel Options:Tachymetric (standard) or Diamond-set (in some special editions)
- Bracelet Options:Oyster bracelet (stainless steel, gold, or platinum), Oysterflex bracelet (rubber with metal blade), or Leather strap (in some special editions)
Maintenance and Care for Rolex Daytona
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Rolex Daytonas hold their value? Yes, due to its innovative design and features, Rolex Daytona is a great investment that holds value over time.
Which Daytona to invest in? A vintage Rolex Daytona is a great investment for anyone looking to invest in a luxury wristwatch.
Why is it so hard to buy a Rolex Daytona? Due to its historical significance, unrivaled craftsmanship, and limited production, it is hard to get a Rolex Daytona.
How to tell if you Rolex Daytona is Real? Telling a fake Rolex Daytona from a real one can be a challenging process for an inexperienced eye. You can identify some major characteristics, such as weight, movement, caseback, model and serial number. If it's still confusing, than consulting a professional can always be an answer.
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