{"reference": {"slug": "rolex-1680", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "1680", "model": "Submariner Prototype", "case_material": "18k White Gold", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-1680", "description": "The Rolex Submariner reference 1680 in 18k white gold is a prototype produced in the early 1970s, specifically around 1973. This reference was never released for commercial production, as the standard gold Submariner of that era was manufactured exclusively in yellow gold. Collectors value this piece for its extreme rarity and its departure from standard production materials, featuring a 40mm white gold case and a matching white gold Oyster bracelet with a hidden clasp. It utilizes the COSC-certified caliber 1570 movement and typically features a blue \"nipple\" dial and a blue rotating bezel insert. Due to its status as a prototype with only three known examples identified publicly, it occupies a high-six-figure to low-seven-figure price bracket. A notable auction result occurred in 2017 when a confirmed example sold for approximately $630,000, establishing its position as one of the most expensive vintage Submariners."}, "lang": "de", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-1680", "reference_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/reference/rolex-1680", "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-1680", "listing_stats": {"count": 74, "median": 13575.0, "low": 7350.0, "high": 76500.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 3}, "auction_comp_count": 2, "alternatives": [{"reference": {"slug": "rolex-cellini-date-50519-white-gold", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "50519", "model": "Cellini Date", "case_material": "18k White Gold", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-cellini-date-50519-white-gold", "description": "The Rolex Cellini Date reference 50519 in 18k white gold was introduced in 2014 as part of a redesigned dress watch collection and remained in production until its discontinuation in 2022. Collectors value this reference for its departure from the traditional Oyster case, featuring a 39mm polished case with a double bezel that is fluted and domed. It utilizes the COSC-certified caliber 3165, a self-winding movement with a 48-hour power reserve that displays the date via a pointer hand on a sub-dial at 3 o’clock rather than a standard window. The dial is characterized by a \"Rayon flammé de la gloire\" guilloché pattern. On the secondary market, the 50519 typically trades between $14,000 and $19,000 depending on condition and the presence of original documentation. A notable variant includes the blue dial version, which often commands a premium over the standard black or silver configurations."}, "score": 20, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: 18k, gold; similar gold case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 22, "median": 9450.0, "low": 3000.0, "high": 24925.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 3}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_7077950357579", "title": "Rolex Rolex Cellini 50535", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Rolex Cellini 50535", "reference": "50535", "price_usd": 24925.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "excellent", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "case_size_mm": 40.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": [], "merchant_slug": "hodinkee", "merchant_name": "Hodinkee Shop", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0146/0732/files/Rolex-Cellini-50535-10-21-ROL-X27S1Q-c3e9b6e60d1a.jpg?v=1714583119", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_7077950357579", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_7077950357579", "available": false}, "auction_comp_count": 0, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-cellini-date-50519-white-gold", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-cellini-date-50519-white-gold"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-gmt-master-126719blro", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "126719BLRO", "model": "GMT-Master II 'Pepsi' White Gold", "case_material": "18k White Gold", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-gmt-master-126719blro", "description": "The Rolex GMT-Master II reference 126719BLRO entered production in 2019 and remains in the current catalog. This reference is constructed from 18k white gold and features the caliber 3285 movement, which offers a 70-hour power reserve and a Chronergy escapement. Collectors value this model for its weight, precious metal status, and the blue and red Cerachrom bezel insert. While the standard version features a midnight blue dial, a notable variant exists with a meteorite dial, which is highly sought after due to the unique crystalline structure of each slice. On the secondary market, prices typically range from $38,000 to $55,000 depending on the dial configuration and condition. Early 2019 production models are significant as they transitioned the white gold GMT-Master II from the previous black dial 116719BLRO to the current blue or meteorite dial options."}, "score": 20, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: 18k, gold; similar gold case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 1, "median": 35500.0, "low": 35500.0, "high": 35500.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 1}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_6851766911051", "title": "Rolex Rolex GMT-Master II Pepsi 126719", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Rolex GMT-Master II Pepsi 126719", "reference": "126719", "price_usd": 35500.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "excellent", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "case_size_mm": 40.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": ["GMT / Dual Time"], "merchant_slug": "hodinkee", "merchant_name": "Hodinkee Shop", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0146/0732/products/Rolex-GMT-Master-II-126719-10-10-ROL-RFBQM2-b831f9ce230a.jpg?v=1696546711", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_6851766911051", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_6851766911051", "available": false}, "auction_comp_count": 0, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-gmt-master-126719blro", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-gmt-master-126719blro"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-sky-dweller-326139-white-gold-leather", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "326139", "model": "Sky-Dweller", "case_material": "18k White Gold", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-sky-dweller-326139-white-gold-leather", "description": "The Rolex Sky-Dweller reference 326139 was introduced in 2012 as part of the model’s debut collection and remained in production until approximately 2018. This reference features a 42mm case constructed from 18k white gold and was exclusively paired with a leather strap rather than a metal bracelet. It utilizes the caliber 9001, a COSC-certified movement incorporating a Saros annual calendar and a dual time zone display controlled by the Ring Command bezel. Collectors often target this reference because it represents the original white gold configuration on leather, a combination no longer available in the current catalog. On the secondary market, prices typically range between $30,000 and $38,000 depending on condition and the presence of original documentation. A notable variant includes the ivory satin dial with Roman numeral indices, which was a signature aesthetic for the early precious metal Sky-Dweller production run."}, "score": 20, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: 18k, gold; similar gold case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 20, "median": 22900.0, "low": 16200.0, "high": 100000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 2}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_9568083444034", "title": "Rolex Sky-Dweller Yellow Gold 42mm Champagne Dial Fluted Bezel Jubilee Bracelet - 336938 | 2024 Model", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Sky-Dweller Yellow Gold 42mm Champagne Dial Fluted Bezel Jubilee Bracelet - 336938 | 2024 Model", "reference": "336938", "price_usd": 100000.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "excellent", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "18k Yellow Gold", "case_size_mm": 42.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": [], "merchant_slug": "watch-affinity", "merchant_name": "Watch-Affinity", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0683/2449/1586/files/m336938-0004.jpg?v=1718301637", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_9568083444034", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_9568083444034", "available": false}, "auction_comp_count": 0, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-sky-dweller-326139-white-gold-leather", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-sky-dweller-326139-white-gold-leather"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-daytona-6265-gold-oyster-chronograph", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "6265", "model": "Cosmograph Daytona", "case_material": "18k Yellow Gold", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-daytona-6265-gold-oyster-chronograph", "description": "The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona reference 6265 in 18k yellow gold was produced from approximately 1971 until 1988. This reference is distinguished by its screw-down chronograph pushers, which increased water resistance compared to earlier pump-pusher models, and a matching gold tachymeter bezel. It utilizes the manual-wind Valjoux-based Caliber 727, a COSC-certified movement known for its reliability. Collectors prioritize this reference for its transitional role as one of the final manual-wind Daytonas and for its specific dial configurations, such as the \"Sigma\" dials or those featuring the \"Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified\" text. On the current secondary market, these gold examples typically command prices in the low-to-mid six-figure range, depending on condition and provenance. A notable variant is the \"Paul Newman\" dial configuration, which significantly increases value; a 14k gold 6265 \"The Unicorn\" once achieved a record auction price exceeding 5.9 million dollars."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: 18k, gold; similar gold case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 32, "median": 84325.0, "low": 19350.0, "high": 205000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 4}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_7958393978989", "title": "Rolex 1978 Rolex Daytona 18K YG (Ref. 6265) Champagne Dial W/ Box, Papers, & Original Sales Receipt", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "1978 Rolex Daytona 18K YG (Ref. 6265) Champagne Dial W/ Box, Papers, & Original Sales Receipt", "reference": "1978", "price_usd": 200000.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "excellent", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "18k Yellow Gold", "case_size_mm": 40.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": [], "merchant_slug": "craft-and-tailored", "merchant_name": "Craft + Tailored", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1104/9180/files/Img040095_d89fe148-600e-49cd-8440-32229bbb70b9.jpg?v=1769208839", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_7958393978989", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_7958393978989", "available": true}, "auction_comp_count": 1, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-daytona-6265-gold-oyster-chronograph", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-daytona-6265-gold-oyster-chronograph"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-6269", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "6269", "model": "Cosmograph Daytona", "case_material": "18k Yellow Gold", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-6269", "description": "The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona reference 6269 was produced in the mid-1980s as a gem-set variant of the manual-wind 6263. This reference features an 18k yellow gold case equipped with a bezel set with 44 brilliant-cut diamonds. It utilizes the Valjoux-based Calibre 727 movement. The dial is typically pavé-set with diamonds and features sapphire hour markers, though some examples exist with \"Oman\" or \"UAE\" crests. Due to its extremely limited production, often estimated at fewer than 30 units, it is among the rarest vintage Daytonas. On the secondary market, prices generally range from $800,000 to over $1.5 million depending on provenance and condition. A notable auction result occurred in 2022 when a \"Jack of Diamonds\" 6269 sold for approximately $1.6 million, reflecting its status as one of the most valuable non-steel vintage Rolex chronographs ever manufactured."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: 18k, gold; similar gold case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 21, "median": 83750.0, "low": 19350.0, "high": 199000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 3}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_15974695371097", "title": "Rolex Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 6262 Exotic White Dial", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 6262 Exotic White Dial", "reference": "6262", "price_usd": 199000.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "excellent", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "case_size_mm": 40.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": [], "merchant_slug": "bulang-and-sons", "merchant_name": "Bulang & Sons", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0961/8613/8969/files/W-3423RolexCosmographDaytonaexoticwhitedialref6262_252_1x1_359f90df-b668-4ccf-ae82-02315d9e808f.jpg?v=1764841079", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_15974695371097", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_15974695371097", "available": true}, "auction_comp_count": 1, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-6269", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-6269"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-6270", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "6270", "model": "Cosmograph Daytona", "case_material": "18k Yellow Gold", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-6270", "description": "The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona reference 6270 was produced in the mid-1980s, specifically around 1984 to 1986, as a special commission for the Sultan of Oman. This 18k yellow gold manual-wind chronograph features the Valjoux-based caliber 727. It is distinguished by its gem-set construction, featuring a pavé diamond dial with sapphire hour markers, a bezel set with 28 baguette-cut diamonds, and sub-dials in a contrasting purple-blue hue. Due to an extremely limited production run estimated at eight units, this reference is among the rarest vintage Daytonas. On the secondary market, the 6270 commands prices in the high-six-figure to low-seven-figure range. A notable auction result occurred in 2023 when a well-preserved example sold for approximately 3.7 million CHF, reflecting its status as the first diamond-set Daytona reference ever produced by the manufacturer."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: 18k, gold; similar gold case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 21, "median": 83750.0, "low": 19350.0, "high": 199000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 3}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_15974695371097", "title": "Rolex Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 6262 Exotic White Dial", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 6262 Exotic White Dial", "reference": "6262", "price_usd": 199000.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "excellent", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "case_size_mm": 40.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": [], "merchant_slug": "bulang-and-sons", "merchant_name": "Bulang & Sons", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0961/8613/8969/files/W-3423RolexCosmographDaytonaexoticwhitedialref6262_252_1x1_359f90df-b668-4ccf-ae82-02315d9e808f.jpg?v=1764841079", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_15974695371097", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_15974695371097", "available": true}, "auction_comp_count": 1, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-6270", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-6270"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-1803", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "1803", "model": "Day-Date", "case_material": "18k Yellow Gold", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-1803", "description": "The Rolex Day-Date reference 1803 in 18k yellow gold was produced from approximately 1958 through 1977. Collectors prioritize this reference for its \"pie-pan\" dial, characterized by a recessed outer perimeter, and its acrylic crystal, which distinguish it from later sapphire-crystal models. Early iterations utilized the caliber 1555 movement, while later versions transitioned to the higher-beat caliber 1556; notably, neither movement features a quickset date function. The 36mm Oyster case features a fluted bezel and 20mm lug width. On the current secondary market, prices typically range from $10,000 to $18,000 depending on the presence of the hidden-clasp President bracelet and overall case thickness. A significant variant includes the \"Stella\" dial, featuring bright lacquered enamel, which can command prices exceeding $50,000 at auction. Condition evaluation focuses on the sharpness of the hallmarks and the degree of bracelet stretch."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: 18k, gold; similar gold case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 330, "median": 28200.0, "low": 6000.0, "high": 295000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 5}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_8077437403245", "title": "Rolex 1982 Rolex Day-Date 18K WG (Ref. 18039) Onyx Stone Dial", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "1982 Rolex Day-Date 18K WG (Ref. 18039) Onyx Stone Dial", "reference": "18039", "price_usd": 295000.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "excellent", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "case_size_mm": 40.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": [], "merchant_slug": "craft-and-tailored", "merchant_name": "Craft + Tailored", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1104/9180/files/finalcopy.jpg?v=1778113322", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_8077437403245", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_8077437403245", "available": true}, "auction_comp_count": 1, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-1803", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-1803"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-day-date-228238", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "228238", "model": "Day-Date 40 (President)", "case_material": "18k Yellow Gold", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-day-date-228238", "description": "The Rolex Day-Date 40 reference 228238 was introduced at Baselworld 2015 and remains in current production. This reference replaced the 41mm Day-Date II, featuring a refined 40mm case diameter and the introduction of the caliber 3255 movement, which offers a 70-hour power reserve and Chronergy escapement. Constructed entirely of 18k yellow gold, it features the signature three-link President bracelet with ceramic inserts inside the links to prevent stretching over time. Collectors prioritize this reference for its technical improvements over previous generations and the availability of the \"commemorative\" olive green dial, released for the model's 60th anniversary. On the secondary market, prices typically range from $38,000 to $55,000 depending on dial configuration and condition. A notable variant includes the \"Eisenkiesel\" dial, a dark brown quartz stone featuring iron oxide inclusions, which commands a significant premium over standard lacquer or sunray dial options."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: 18k, gold; similar gold case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 155, "median": 100000.0, "low": 12500.0, "high": 100000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 2}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_9568077775170", "title": "Rolex Day-Date 36 36mm Green Ombré Dial Diamond-Set Bezel with Diamond-Set President Bracelet - 128348RBR | 2024 Model", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Day-Date 36 36mm Green Ombré Dial Diamond-Set Bezel with Diamond-Set President Bracelet - 128348RBR | 2024 Model", "reference": "2024", "price_usd": 100000.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "excellent", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "18k Yellow Gold", "case_size_mm": 36.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": [], "merchant_slug": "watch-affinity", "merchant_name": "Watch-Affinity", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0683/2449/1586/files/m128348rbr-0069.jpg?v=1718301425", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_9568077775170", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_9568077775170", "available": true}, "auction_comp_count": 0, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-day-date-228238", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-day-date-228238"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-6241", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "6241", "model": "Daytona", "case_material": "18k Yellow Gold", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-6241", "description": "The Rolex Daytona reference 6241 in 18k yellow gold was produced between approximately 1965 and 1969. This reference is distinguished by its black acrylic tachymeter bezel and non-oyster, pump-style chronograph pushers. It houses the manual-wind Valjoux 722 or 722-1 caliber movement. Collectors prioritize this reference due to its limited production run; while roughly 3,000 units of the 6241 were manufactured across all metals, only an estimated 300 to 400 were executed in 18k yellow gold. Current secondary market valuations typically fall within the mid-to-high six-figure range, depending on condition and dial configuration. A notable variant is the \"Paul Newman\" John Player Special (JPS) dial, characterized by a black background with gold sub-dials. In 2023, a high-condition 18k yellow gold 6241 JPS achieved an auction price exceeding $2.5 million, reflecting the rarity of the gold case paired with the exotic dial."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: 18k, gold; similar gold case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 160, "median": 33537.5, "low": 15400.0, "high": 375000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 6}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_7700823769297", "title": "Rolex Rolex Daytona 6239 \"Paul Newman\"", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Rolex Daytona 6239 \"Paul Newman\"", "reference": "6239", "price_usd": 300000.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "unworn", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "case_size_mm": 37.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": [], "merchant_slug": "material-good", "merchant_name": "Material Good", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0561/5190/0369/files/IMG_2096.jpg?v=1771034762", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_7700823769297", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_7700823769297", "available": true}, "auction_comp_count": 3, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-6241", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-6241"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-6264", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "6264", "model": "Daytona", "case_material": "18k Yellow Gold", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-6264", "description": "The Rolex Daytona reference 6264 was produced for a brief period between approximately 1969 and 1972, serving as a transitional model between the pump-pusher and screw-down pusher eras. In 18k yellow gold, the reference is significantly rarer than its steel counterparts, with production estimates suggesting only a few hundred units were manufactured. It features a 37mm Oyster case, a black acrylic tachymeter bezel, and the manual-wind Caliber 727 movement. Collectors value this reference for its short production window and the specific combination of the vintage pump-pusher aesthetic with the upgraded high-beat movement. On the secondary market, 18k gold examples typically command prices in the mid-to-high six-figure range. A notable variant is the \"Paul Newman\" dial configuration, which achieved a record result for the reference when a \"John Player Special\" 6264 sold for over $1.5 million at auction."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: 18k, gold; similar gold case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 183, "median": 30135.0, "low": 4500.0, "high": 375000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 6}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_7700823769297", "title": "Rolex Rolex Daytona 6239 \"Paul Newman\"", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Rolex Daytona 6239 \"Paul Newman\"", "reference": "6239", "price_usd": 300000.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "unworn", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "case_size_mm": 37.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": [], "merchant_slug": "material-good", "merchant_name": "Material Good", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0561/5190/0369/files/IMG_2096.jpg?v=1771034762", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_7700823769297", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_7700823769297", "available": true}, "auction_comp_count": 3, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-6264", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-6264"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-6542", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "6542", "model": "GMT-Master", "case_material": "18k Yellow Gold", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-6542", "description": "The Rolex GMT-Master reference 6542 in 18k yellow gold was produced between approximately 1955 and 1959. This reference represents the first generation of the GMT-Master line, originally developed for Pan Am pilots. The gold variant is significantly rarer than the steel counterpart, featuring a 38mm case without crown guards and the caliber 1036, 1065, or 1066 movement. Collectors prioritize this reference for its \"Bakelite\" bezel insert, which is prone to cracking and contains radioactive strontium-90. Gold models typically feature \"nipple\" dials with elevated hour markers and leaf-shaped hands. On the secondary market, prices for 18k gold 6542 models generally fall within the mid-to-high six-figure range, depending heavily on the preservation of the fragile bezel. A notable auction result occurred in 2016 when a well-preserved example with a cognac-colored Bakelite bezel sold for over $200,000."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: 18k, gold; similar gold case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 267, "median": 15500.0, "low": 8250.0, "high": 220000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 4}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_16250977026393", "title": "Rolex Rolex GMT-Master 1675/8 Unqiue Brown Khanjar Nipple Dial with Rolex Service Papers", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Rolex GMT-Master 1675/8 Unqiue Brown Khanjar Nipple Dial with Rolex Service Papers", "reference": "1675/8", "price_usd": 220000.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "excellent", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "18k Yellow Gold", "case_size_mm": 40.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": ["GMT / Dual Time"], "merchant_slug": "bulang-and-sons", "merchant_name": "Bulang & Sons", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0961/8613/8969/files/W-3702RolexGmt-masterbrownrareKhanjarnippledialref16758_1046_1x1_f2106078-c5c9-4849-be7b-7091587cd810.jpg?v=1776411040", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_16250977026393", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_16250977026393", "available": true}, "auction_comp_count": 1, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-6542", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-6542"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-6100", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "6100", "model": "Reference 6100", "case_material": "18k Yellow Gold", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-6100", "description": "The Rolex Reference 6100, produced during the early 1950s, is an 18k yellow gold dress watch characterized by its oversized 34mm to 36mm \"Big Bubbleback\" or \"Ovettone\" case construction. Collectors value this reference for its transitionary role in Rolex history, featuring the Caliber A296 automatic movement and a screw-down caseback that provides a thicker profile than standard dress models of the era. The reference often features \"honeycomb\" textured dials or \"star\" indices, which are highly sought after due to their limited production numbers. On the secondary market, the Reference 6100 typically commands prices between $10,000 and $25,000, depending on dial originality and case condition. A notable variant includes models double-signed by retailers like Serpico y Laino, which have historically achieved higher premiums at auction due to their documented provenance and rarity within the vintage market."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: 18k, gold; similar gold case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 128, "median": 5997.5, "low": 3250.0, "high": 32000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 1}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_15751372210521", "title": "Rolex Rolex Explorer Gilt Tropical Dial Reference 1016 Full Set", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Rolex Explorer Gilt Tropical Dial Reference 1016 Full Set", "reference": "1016", "price_usd": 32000.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "excellent", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "case_size_mm": 40.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": [], "merchant_slug": "bulang-and-sons", "merchant_name": "Bulang & Sons", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0961/8613/8969/files/W-1467-Rolex-Explorer-1016-Gilt-Tropical-Dial-Collector-Set_001.jpg?v=1756206009", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_15751372210521", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_15751372210521", "available": false}, "auction_comp_count": 2, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-6100", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-6100"}]}