Rolex Submariner 116618
The Rolex Submariner 116618 is the precious-metal take on Rolex’s most famous dive watch. Show more
It marries a 40 mm Oyster case in 18k yellow gold with a ceramic Cerachrom bezel, Chromalight blue lume, and the workhorse calibre 3135.
Why collectors love the 116618
- Iconic build, precious metal: 300 m water resistance, unidirectional bezel, screw-down crown—executed in solid 18k yellow gold.
- Cerachrom + Chromalight: Scratch/fade-resistant bezel insert; long-lasting blue lume for real-world legibility.
- Glidelock comfort: Tool-free micro-adjust so the bracelet fits perfectly year-round.
- Sweet-spot era: Last 40 mm Submariner generation; modern tech without the 41 mm proportions.
- Strong demand: Black (LN) is versatile; Blue (LB) is a statement with high photo appeal.
Variants at a glance
- 116618LN — Black Dial / Black Bezel
- Clean, dress-leaning and versatile. The glossy black dial makes the gold hands/indices pop without shouting.
- 116618LB — Blue Dial / Blue Bezel
- The classic sunburst blue dial flips from royal to deep navy depending on light—pure “blue Sub” charisma in full gold.
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Ref. 116618LB
Rolex Submariner Ceramic Blue 116618LB Yellow Gold 40mm Watch - 2009
$34,558.00
Ref. 116618LN
Rolex Submariner Date 116618LN Ceramic Royal Blue Dial 18 Kt Yellow Gold
$34,558.00
Ref. 116618LN
Rolex Submariner Date Ceramic Bezel Yellow Gold Black 116618LN Men's Watch
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Ref. 116618LB
Rolex Submariner Blue Dial 40mm 116618LB Yellow Gold Oyster Watch 2019
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Ref. 116618LB
Rolex Submariner Date 116618LB 40mm Yellow Gold with Blue Dial Watch 2011
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Rolex 116618 Price
The cost of a 116618 Rolex Submariner in our store ranges from $35,198 to $52,798 depending on the model and condition of the timepiece.FAQs
How much is a 116610 Rolex watch worth?
116610LN (black): typically $10.5k–$12.7k in 2025, depending on condition and full set. 116610LV “Hulk” (green): around $17k–$18k+ on today’s market.What is the difference between 116618 and 126618?
- Case/size: 116618 = 40 mm; 126618 = 41 mm with slimmer lugs/wider bracelet.
- Movement: 116618 uses Cal. 3135 (~48 h); 126618 upgrades to Cal. 3235 with Chronergy (~70 h).
- Shared DNA: Both have ceramic (Cerachrom) bezels, 300 m water resistance, sapphire + Cyclops, and Oyster bracelets.
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Rolex Submariner 116618 Price Chart
Rolex Submariner 116618 • Last 12 months • Average
Over the last 12 months the average price for Rolex Submariner 116618 at Watch My Diamonds ranged from $34,558 (Jun 2026) to $40,216 (Apr 2026), averaging $37,891 across 11 tracked months. The current average is $34,558.00, based on 2 priced listings.