1987 Rolex Watches
Serials beginning with “R” (R 0xxxxx–R 8xxxxx) mark Rolex’s 1987 production run—the year of the short-lived 904L-steel Submariner 168000 and late-run tritium gloss dials. Show more
Why 1987 Models Stand Out
- Transitional Sub 168000 — Only ’87 saw 904L steel before 16610 debuted.
- R-Serial Clarity — Easy birth-year hunting: every R-prefix equals 1987.
- Patina Potential — Cream Explorer II dials and spider-gloss Sub dials highly collectible.
- Neo-Vintage Specs — Sapphire crystals plus tritium lume for warm aging.
- Market Growth — 168000 index up 7 % YoY; Explorer II cream up 9 %.
Category: Rolex
Rolex 1987 Price
The cost of a Rolex produced in 1987 in our store ranges from $6.600 to $8,850 depending on the condition of the timepiece.
FAQ
What Rolex was released in 1987?
Rolex’s standout 1987 launch was the Submariner Date ref. 168000—a nine-month “transitional” model that debuted 904L steel before the later 16610.