White Gold
Rolex Submariner White Gold
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Why Choose a White‑Gold Submariner?
- Unmistakable Luxury with Daily Durability
Rolex smelts its own 18 kt white‑gold alloy enriched with palladium, ensuring the metal’s color runs through—no rhodium plating to wear off. - Iconic Design Evolution
From the chunky lugs of the 116619LB “Smurf” to the tapered case lines of the 41 mm 126619LB, each generation retains the Submariner DNA while improving comfort and movement accuracy (Cal. 3235 with ‑2/+2 sec/day precision). - Collectability & Value Retention
Low production volumes and rising gold prices mean white‑gold Subs historically outperform most two‑tone references and match stainless‑steel rarity. Market data show average depreciation of just 12–18 % versus retail—robust for a precious‑metal sports Rolex.
Rolex Submariner White Gold Price Guide
- Official U.S. retail (2025): ≈ $46,600 for ref. 126619LB after Rolex’s January price hike.
- Secondary‑market range (2025): about $35 k – $50 k, with “Smurf” examples clustering around $40 k‑$45 k and newer “Cookie Monster” listings averaging $39 k.
Rolex White Gold Submariner FAQ
Does the Submariner come in white gold?
Yes — Rolex offers an all‑18 k white‑gold Submariner Date (refs. 116619LB and current 126619LB).Is Rolex “white gold” really gold?
Rolex smelts its own 18 k (75 % pure) alloys in‑house; the white hue comes from palladium and silver, not plating, so the metal is solid gold throughout.What is the nickname for the Rolex Submariner white gold?
- “Smurf” – ref. 116619LB (blue dial & bezel, 2008‑2020)
- “Cookie Monster” – ref. 126619LB (black dial, blue bezel, 2020‑present)