Discover the history of Rolex, from its foundation by the visionary spirit of Hans Wilsdorf in 1905, to the brands arrival in Geneva in 1919.

What is the oldest Rolex watch?

1942 Antimagnetique Reference 4113 The 1942 Antimagnetique Reference 4113 is the oldest Rolex on our list after selling for nearly $2.5 million during a Phillips auction in Geneva in 2016. It comes in an extraordinarily large case considering its production year, at 44 mm. It is in fact, the largest case ever built by Rolex.

When was first Rolex watch made?

1905, London, United Kingdom Rolex/Founded

What is the first Rolex model?

Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf created the Air-King line to honor RAF pilots of the Battle of Britain, releasing the first model in 1958.

How much did a Rolex cost in 1960?

A Rolex originally purchased for just $90 (£70) in the early 1960s has sold for a quarter mil at auction. The Submariner 5512, which experts consider to be the Holy Grail of vintage watches, was snapped up by a Hong Kong-based collector during Gardiner Houlgates October sale.

How much did a Rolex cost in 1950?

In the late 1950s, the Rolex Submariner with no date could be purchased for $150 and when factoring in inflation, that is equivalent to roughly $1,248 USD. In the early 1970s, the 18kt Rolex Submariner was introduced and could be purchased for $230, or $1,422 when adjusted for inflation.

What is the cheapest real Rolex?

The cheapest Rolex, by 2020 list price, is the Oyster Perpetual. Priced at $5,700, the Oyster Perpetual comes as a time-only model, and is available with a range of dial colors to suit anyones palette.

How much is the first Rolex worth?

As of now, the entry level price for the most basic new Rolex watch is about $5,000, with most pieces people want priced in the $8,000 - $12,000 range. Of course vintage or pre-owned Rolex watches can be less or actually more money.

Why are Rolex Submariners so expensive?

A Rolex watch has very high in-house development costs in terms of both design and craftsmanship. It not only costs a lot to develop the design of the movements and assemble them, but the materials used in the actual construction are also not cheap either.

How much did a Rolex cost in 1980?

In 2008, the retail price of the Rolex Submariner Date ref. 16610 was $6,000 ($6,560 with inflation), the Rolex Submariner no date ref. 14060M was $5,450 ($5,960 with inflation) .Rolex Submariner 14060 w/ No Date.YearPricePrice w/ Inflation1980$950$2,8871988$1,450$2,9282007$4,525$5,2262012$6,300$6,5052 more rows

Which Rolex retains most value?

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona watches The Resale Stats: On average, Rolex Cosmograph Daytona watches hold a resale value up to 175%, with some Ref. 16520 models having the highest resale value.

Which Rolex is the best investment?

Rolex Submariner 1 Rolex Submariner. 2 Rolex Oyster Perpetual. 3 Rolex Explorer & Rolex Explorer II. 4 Rolex GMT-Master & Rolex GMT-Master II.

What is better than a Rolex?

BRAND PRESTIGE: Is Patek Philippe better than Rolex? Patek Philippes the third most recognized brand of Swiss-made watches in the world with only two of the less prestigious, yet more widely known brands (Omega watches and Rolex) ahead of them at the #2 and #1 positions.