Rolex Daytona Yellow Gold
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Since 1969 Rolex has offered its legendary chronograph in solid 18 kt yellow gold. Today’s Rolex Daytona yellow‑gold line—ref. 126508, 126518LN (Oysterflex), and the cult‑favorite 116508 “John Mayer”—blends racing pedigree with horological refinement. Powered by the in‑house Calibre 4131 (or 4130 on earlier 1165xx pieces), these 40 mm chronographs deliver 72‑hour power reserve, screw‑down pushers and 100 m water‑resistance.
Why Choose a Yellow‑Gold Daytona?
- Racing Pedigree – Born on the 1960s speedway; still the benchmark luxury chronograph.
- 18 kt 2N Alloy – Rolex’s own foundry ensures rich color and superior scratch resistance.
- Calibre 4131 Upgrade – Skeleton rotor, Paraflex shock absorbers, 72‑hour reserve and Superlative‑Chronometer accuracy (−2/+2 s day).
- Dial Variety – Green sunburst, champagne, black, white, even meteorite.
- Resale Strength – “John Mayer” 116508 trades 3–4× retail; 126508 meteorite appreciates 8–10 % annually.
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Rolex Daytona Yellow Gold Price
The cost of a golden Rolex Daytona in our store ranges from $59,999 to $190,762 depending on the condition of the timepiece.
Factory retail on the current ref. 126508 is ≈ US $37,550. On the secondary market most standard‑dial pieces trade for $42 k – $50 k, while the “John Mayer” green‑dial 116508 and meteorite‑dial 126508 often fetch $65 k – $90 k depending on condition and set completeness.
Yellow Gold Daytona Rolex FAQ
How much gold is in a gold Rolex Daytona?
A full‑length 18 kt yellow‑gold Daytona (case, bezel, bracelet, links, clasp) weighs about 200–205 g. Because 18 kt alloy is 75 % pure, that equates to roughly 150 g of fine gold—just under 4.8 troy ounces—before accounting for movement, crystals and gaskets.