Rolex Mother Of Pearl Dial

Rolex MOP Price

The cost of a Mother of Pearl Rolex in our store ranges from $9,499 to $98,800 depending on the model and condition of the timepiece.

Types of Rolex Mother‑of‑Pearl Dials

Rolex offers a variety of mother of pearl dial designs, including:

• White Mother of Pearl – The most sought-after option, with a refined and classic appearance.
• Black Mother of Pearl – A striking, darker variation that exudes a modern yet timeless appeal.
• Pink or Champagne MOP – Rare and elegant, adding warmth and femininity to the dial.
• Diamond-Set MOP Dials – Enhanced with brilliant-cut diamonds, elevating the luxury factor.

Explore Mother of Pearl Rolex by Model

• Datejust MOP
• Daytona MOP
• Day-Date MOP

F.A.Q. About Rolex Mother Of Pearl

Is Rolex mother of pearl worth it?

A Rolex with a Mother of Pearl (MOP) dial is absolutely worth it for collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate rarity, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. If you're looking for a luxury timepiece with both investment potential and visual appeal, a Rolex Mother of Pearl is a sophisticated and worthwhile choice.

What is a mother of pearl dial made of?

A mother of pearl dial is made from natural nacre — the iridescent inner lining of mollusk shells. Rolex slices the nacre into wafers thinner than 0.5 mm and finishes each one by hand, which is why every MOP dial shows a slightly different play of color.

Does Rolex make a black mother of pearl dial?

Yes. Alongside classic white MOP, Rolex produces black — often called Tahitian — mother of pearl dials, as well as pink and champagne tones. Black MOP appears on models such as the Datejust and Cosmograph Daytona and is among the rarer options.

Which Rolex models come with a mother of pearl dial?

Rolex offers mother of pearl dials across several collections, most commonly the Datejust, Lady-Datejust, Day-Date (President), and Cosmograph Daytona. Availability varies by reference, case size, and metal — the collection above lists the MOP Rolex watches we currently have in stock.

Do mother of pearl dials scratch or fade?

No. The mother of pearl sits beneath the sapphire crystal, so it is protected from everyday scratches, and its color comes from the shell's natural structure rather than a coating, so it does not fade. As with any fine watch, avoid hard impacts and prolonged direct sunlight.

Are mother of pearl Rolex watches more expensive than standard dials?

Often, yes. Because MOP is a natural material finished by hand and produced in smaller numbers, MOP references — particularly those with factory diamond settings — typically sit at a premium to their standard-dial equivalents. In our collection, prices currently range from ,499 to ,800 depending on model, metal, and condition.