{"reference": {"slug": "rolex-6541", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "6541", "model": "Milgauss", "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-6541", "description": "The Rolex Milgauss reference 6541 was produced between approximately 1956 and 1960 as a specialized tool for scientists and engineers. It features a 38mm stainless steel Oyster case equipped with a soft iron Faraday cage to protect the caliber 1030 movement from magnetic fields up to 1,000 gauss. Collectors prioritize this reference for its honeycomb-textured dial, rotating black graduated bezel, and distinctive lightning bolt seconds hand. Due to low commercial demand during its original production run, surviving examples are rare. On the secondary market, prices typically occupy the mid-to-high six-figure range depending on condition and original components. A notable variant includes the version produced without the rotating bezel, featuring a smooth polished bezel instead, primarily for the US market. In 2023, a tropical dial reference 6541 set a record for the model at auction, selling for approximately 2.2 million CHF."}, "lang": "de", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-6541", "reference_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/reference/rolex-6541", "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-6541", "listing_stats": {"count": 24, "median": 11180.0, "low": 8600.0, "high": 62000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 3}, "auction_comp_count": 2, "alternatives": [{"reference": {"slug": "rolex-milgauss-116400gv-z-blue", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "116400GV", "model": "Milgauss Z-Blue", "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-milgauss-116400gv-z-blue", "description": "The Rolex Milgauss reference 116400GV with the Z-Blue dial was introduced in 2014 and remained in production until the entire Milgauss line was discontinued in 2023. Collectors target this reference for its electric blue sunray dial and the green-tinted sapphire crystal, a feature unique to the Milgauss collection. The 40mm stainless steel case houses an internal soft-iron Faraday cage to protect the caliber 3131 movement from magnetic fields up to 1,000 gauss. It also features a distinctive orange lightning bolt seconds hand. On the secondary market, prices typically range from $11,000 to $15,000 depending on condition and the presence of original documentation. While the 116400GV was also produced with a black dial, the Z-Blue variant often commands a premium due to its shorter production window and specific aesthetic profile within the professional model range."}, "score": 20, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: milgauss, rolex; similar steel case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 19, "median": 10750.0, "low": 8600.0, "high": 14900.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 2}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_6937559269451", "title": "Rolex Rolex Milgauss 116400GV", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Rolex Milgauss 116400GV", "reference": "10-21-ROL-FLXZCP", "price_usd": 14900.0, "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/products/Rolex-Milgauss-116400GV-10-21-ROL-FLXZCP-8fc7dd937042.jpg?v=1707322071", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_6937559269451", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_6937559269451", "available": false}, "auction_comp_count": 0, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-milgauss-116400gv-z-blue", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-milgauss-116400gv-z-blue"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-air-king-126900-new-generation", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "126900", "model": "Air-King", "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-air-king-126900-new-generation", "description": "The Rolex Air-King reference 126900 was introduced in 2022 and remains in current production. This reference represents a significant technical update over its predecessor, the 116900, by incorporating the caliber 3230 movement with a 70-hour power reserve and a Chronergy escapement. Collectors value this specific model for its redesigned 40mm Oystersteel case, which now features integrated crown guards and a thinner profile. The dial retains the distinctive aviation-instrument aesthetic but adds a \"0\" before the five-minute marker for visual symmetry and includes optimized Chromalight lume on the 3, 6, and 9 numerals. The bracelet was also updated to include the Oysterlock safety clasp and the Easylink extension system. On the secondary market, this reference typically trades between $8,500 and $10,500. A notable production detail is that the 126900 is the first Air-King to feature crown guards, aligning its case architecture with Rolex professional sports models."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: rolex, stainless; similar steel case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 94, "median": 4500.0, "low": 3100.0, "high": 14500.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 4}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_15842666119513", "title": "Rolex Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King Gilt dial in 9k yellow gold ref. 1002", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King Gilt dial in 9k yellow gold ref. 1002", "reference": "1002", "price_usd": 10900.0, "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": "bulang-and-sons", "merchant_name": "Bulang & Sons", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0961/8613/8969/files/W-3429RolexOysterPerpetualAir-KingGiltdialin9kyellowgoldref1002_194_1x1_4297d145-e0ed-48ff-b722-592af1b9a4df.jpg?v=1762352228", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_15842666119513", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_15842666119513", "available": true}, "auction_comp_count": 0, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-air-king-126900-new-generation", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-air-king-126900-new-generation"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-1665", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "1665", "model": "COMEX Sea-Dweller", "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-1665", "description": "The Rolex Sea-Dweller reference 1665 COMEX was produced between approximately 1977 and 1981 specifically for the Compagnie Maritime d'Expertises. This reference is valued by collectors for its association with commercial deep-sea diving and its technical specifications, including the caliber 1570 movement and a helium escape valve integrated into the stainless steel case. Distinctive features include the COMEX logo printed on the dial and a unique issue number engraved on the caseback. Rarity is a primary driver of value, as production was limited to an estimated 300 units. On the secondary market, these timepieces typically command prices in the mid-to-high six-figure range depending on provenance and condition. A notable variant is the \"Pisani\" dial, and documented examples with original diving logs or delivery papers often achieve record prices at auction, such as results exceeding $500,000 for well-preserved specimens."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: rolex, stainless; similar steel case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 21, "median": 22000.0, "low": 16500.0, "high": 225000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 3}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_16266295542105", "title": "Rolex Rolex Sea-Dweller 1665 Great White MK1 Dial with Box and Papers", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Rolex Sea-Dweller 1665 Great White MK1 Dial with Box and Papers", "reference": "1665", "price_usd": 21600.0, "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-3700RolexSea-Dweller1665Boxandpaperset_221_1x1_8dd1c123-3c26-4b9e-9ad6-f79b7f494f16.jpg?v=1778659695", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_16266295542105", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_16266295542105", "available": true}, "auction_comp_count": 2, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-1665", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-1665"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-5514", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "5514", "model": "COMEX Submariner", "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-5514", "description": "The Rolex Submariner reference 5514 was produced exclusively for the Compagnie Maritime d'Expertises (COMEX) between approximately 1972 and 1978. Unlike the standard reference 5513, the 5514 features a built-in helium escape valve on the left side of the stainless steel case, a technical requirement for saturation diving. It utilizes the caliber 1570 non-date movement. Collectors value this reference because it was never available for public retail, making it a purpose-built tool watch with a documented professional provenance. Most examples feature a COMEX-branded logo on the dial and a unique serial number engraved on the caseback. On the secondary market, these watches typically command prices in the low-to-mid six-figure range, depending on condition and service history. A notable production detail is that early versions were delivered with \"Pre-Comex\" dials, which lacked the company logo despite having the specialized case construction."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: rolex, stainless; similar steel case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 4, "median": 19575.0, "low": 15750.0, "high": 65000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 2}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_7448948736109", "title": "Rolex 1972 Rolex COMEX Submariner (Ref. 5514) \"Non-Serif\" Dial", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "1972 Rolex COMEX Submariner (Ref. 5514) \"Non-Serif\" Dial", "reference": "1972", "price_usd": 65000.0, "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/Img028712_6442dc43-771f-42a7-a0e0-8d8bdfef5855.jpg?v=1719443354", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_7448948736109", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_7448948736109", "available": false}, "auction_comp_count": 1, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-5514", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-5514"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-daytona-6262-vintage-chronograph", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "6262", "model": "Cosmograph Daytona", "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-daytona-6262-vintage-chronograph", "description": "The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona reference 6262 was produced for a brief period between approximately 1970 and 1971. It serves as a transitional model, retaining the pump pushers and steel tachymeter bezel of the earlier 6239 while introducing the higher-beat Valjoux-based Caliber 727 movement. This manual-wind caliber increased the vibrations per hour from 18,000 to 21,600, improving chronometric precision. Due to its short production run of roughly one year, the 6262 is one of the rarest manual-wind Daytona references. Collectors specifically seek examples featuring the \"Exotic\" or Paul Newman dial, characterized by stepped sub-dials and art deco numerals. On the secondary market, standard steel 6262 models typically command prices between $60,000 and $100,000, while versions equipped with original Paul Newman dials frequently exceed $250,000 at auction. Its rarity is attributed to the rapid industry shift toward screw-down pushers found in the subsequent reference 6265."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: rolex, stainless; similar steel case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 23, "median": 84900.0, "low": 19350.0, "high": 295000.0, "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-daytona-6262-vintage-chronograph", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-daytona-6262-vintage-chronograph"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-6240", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "6240", "model": "Cosmograph Daytona", "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-6240", "description": "Produced between approximately 1965 and 1969, the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona reference 6240 was the first Daytona model to feature screw-down chronograph pushers, establishing the \"Oyster\" waterproof designation for the line. Collectors value this reference as a transitional prototype that bridged the gap between early pump-pusher models and the later 6263 and 6265 references. It is powered by the manual-wind Caliber 722 and was manufactured exclusively in stainless steel with a black acrylic tachymeter bezel. Due to its short production run, it is significantly rarer than subsequent manual-wind Daytonas. On the secondary market, prices typically range from $100,000 to over $250,000 depending on condition and dial configuration. A notable variant is the \"Solo\" dial, which features only the word \"Rolex\" without the \"Cosmograph\" or \"Daytona\" text, often commanding a premium at international auctions."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: rolex, stainless; similar steel case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 22, "median": 84325.0, "low": 19350.0, "high": 375000.0, "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-6240", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-6240"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-daytona-6263-big-red", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "6263", "model": "Cosmograph Daytona Big Red", "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-daytona-6263-big-red", "description": "The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona reference 6263 in stainless steel was produced from approximately 1971 until 1987. Collectors prioritize this reference for its Valjoux-based manual-wind caliber 727 and the inclusion of screw-down chronograph pushers, which increased water resistance compared to earlier pump-pusher models. The \"Big Red\" designation refers to the oversized red \"Daytona\" text curved above the six o'clock sub-dial, a specific dial configuration highly sought after for its visual distinction. The watch features a black acrylic tachymeter bezel and a 37mm Oyster case. On the current secondary market, prices typically range from $100,000 to over $150,000 depending on condition and provenance. A notable production variant is the \"Sigma\" dial, which features small Greek letters at the bottom to indicate the use of solid gold hour markers, often commanding a premium at auction."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: rolex, stainless; similar steel case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 32, "median": 87250.0, "low": 6400.0, "high": 295000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 5}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_7696629006545", "title": "Rolex Rolex Daytona 6263", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Rolex Daytona 6263", "reference": "6263", "price_usd": 295000.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "excellent", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "18k Yellow Gold", "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_2108.jpg?v=1769895586", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_7696629006545", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_7696629006545", "available": true}, "auction_comp_count": 12, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-daytona-6263-big-red", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-daytona-6263-big-red"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-6236", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "6236", "model": "Dato-Compax", "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-6236", "description": "The Rolex Dato-Compax reference 6236, produced between approximately 1958 and 1962, represents the final evolution of the brand’s triple calendar chronograph series. Collectors categorize this reference as the fourth and most refined version of the \"Jean-Claude Killy\" models. It features a three-piece 36mm Oyster case with a screw-down back and a Valjoux 72C manual-wind movement. The dial displays the day and month in apertures below 12 o’clock, a peripheral date scale indicated by a central pointer hand, and three chronograph registers. Stainless steel examples are rarer than gold variants, as production numbers remained low throughout the four-year run. On the secondary market, these watches typically command prices in the mid-to-high six-figure range. A notable 2022 auction result saw a well-preserved steel 6236 reach approximately $600,000, reflecting its status as the last integrated triple calendar chronograph Rolex manufactured."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: rolex, stainless; similar steel case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 0, "median": 0, "low": 0, "high": 0}, "top_listing": null, "auction_comp_count": 1, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-6236", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-6236"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-daytona-paul-newman-6239", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "6239", "model": "Daytona 'Paul Newman' (vintage)", "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-daytona-paul-newman-6239", "description": "The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona reference 6239 was produced from approximately 1963 to 1969 and represents the first iteration of the Daytona line. Collectors prioritize this reference for its steel tachymeter bezel and the manual-wind Valjoux 722 movement. The \"Paul Newman\" designation refers specifically to the exotic dial, characterized by an outer seconds track in a contrasting color and sub-dials featuring art deco numerals with square-tipped markers. Unlike later references, the 6239 utilizes pump pushers rather than screw-down versions, resulting in a lower water resistance rating. On the current secondary market, stainless steel 6239 models with authentic exotic dials typically command prices between $200,000 and $500,000 depending on condition and provenance. A notable historical benchmark occurred in 2017 when Paul Newman’s personal 6239 sold at auction for $17.75 million, establishing the reference as a primary driver of the vintage chronograph market."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: rolex, stainless; similar steel case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 11, "median": 71250.0, "low": 51900.0, "high": 315000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 3}, "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": 6, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-daytona-paul-newman-6239", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-daytona-paul-newman-6239"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-daytona-116500", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "116500LN", "model": "Daytona Ceramic", "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-daytona-116500", "description": "The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona reference 116500LN was produced between 2016 and 2023, marking the first time the stainless steel Daytona featured a monobloc Cerachrom ceramic bezel. Collectors value this reference for its caliber 4130 automatic movement, which offers a 72-hour power reserve and a vertical clutch architecture. The 40mm 904L steel case was available with either a white \"Panda\" dial or a black dial, both featuring snailed sub-dials. This reference is historically significant as the final 40mm steel Daytona generation before the 2023 introduction of the 126500LN. On the secondary market, prices typically range from $22,000 to $35,000 depending on the dial color and condition. A notable production detail is the transition in the \"Swiss Made\" text at six o'clock, where later examples include a small Rolex crown between the words, a feature sought by collectors of late-series models."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: rolex, stainless; similar steel case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 17, "median": 28700.0, "low": 23200.0, "high": 49950.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 3}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_15751344292185", "title": "Rolex Rolex Daytona 116518LN Yellow Gold Case Ceramic Bezel Full Set", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Rolex Daytona 116518LN Yellow Gold Case Ceramic Bezel Full Set", "reference": "W-1837", "price_usd": 49950.0, "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": "bulang-and-sons", "merchant_name": "Bulang & Sons", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0961/8613/8969/files/W-1837RolexDaytonaYellowGoldOysterFlexRef116518LN_23_1x1_fccfa398-a525-439e-a6bd-a52f73fb73c1.jpg?v=1756205426", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_15751344292185", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_15751344292185", "available": false}, "auction_comp_count": 0, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-daytona-116500", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-daytona-116500"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-deep", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "DEEP", "model": "Deep Sea Special prototype 3", "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-deep", "description": "The Rolex Deep Sea Special prototype 3 was produced in 1953 as part of a developmental series of approximately seven to ten watches designed for extreme depth testing. This specific stainless steel reference is valued for its historical role in the 1953 test dive of the Trieste bathyscaphe, where it reached 3,150 meters. Technical specifications include a caliber 1000 movement and a massive, hemispherical plexiglass crystal designed to withstand immense pressure. The case construction is significantly thicker than standard production models, featuring a reinforced caseback and elongated lugs. Due to its status as a developmental prototype, these watches rarely appear on the public market. When they do, prices typically reach the high-six-figure to low-seven-figure range. A notable auction result occurred in 2021 when a similar Deep Sea Special prototype sold for approximately 1.9 million CHF, reflecting its rarity and provenance."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: rolex, stainless; similar steel case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 32, "median": 11887.5, "low": 8400.0, "high": 100000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 2}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_9568075383106", "title": "Rolex Deepsea 44mm Blue Dial Blue Cerachrom Bezel Oyster Bracelet - 136668LB | 2024 Model", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Deepsea 44mm Blue Dial Blue Cerachrom Bezel Oyster Bracelet - 136668LB | 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": 44.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": [], "merchant_slug": "watch-affinity", "merchant_name": "Watch-Affinity", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0683/2449/1586/files/m136668lb-0001.jpg?v=1718301356", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_9568075383106", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_9568075383106", "available": false}, "auction_comp_count": 1, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-deep", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-deep"}, {"reference": {"slug": "rolex-explorer-ii-226570-polar", "brand": "Rolex", "ref": "226570", "model": "Explorer II Polar", "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/rolex-explorer-ii-226570-polar", "description": "The Rolex Explorer II reference 226570 was introduced in 2021 to mark the 50th anniversary of the model line and remains in current production. Collectors prioritize this reference for its caliber 3285 movement, which features a Chronergy escapement and a 70-hour power reserve. The \"Polar\" variant is distinguished by its white lacquer dial, black-outlined hands, and indices coated in bright blue Chromalight luminescence. The 42mm Oystersteel case retains the brushed fixed bezel with a 24-hour scale, though this generation features thinned lugs and a widened bracelet for improved proportions compared to its predecessor, the 216570. On the secondary market, prices typically range from $10,500 to $13,000 depending on condition and provenance. A notable production detail is the return to a matte black finish on the base of the hands, correcting the \"phantom\" floating effect seen on previous iterations."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same rolex collector universe; shared search intent: rolex, stainless; similar steel case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 38, "median": 11000.0, "low": 7200.0, "high": 13800.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 4}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_6851990683723", "title": "Rolex Rolex Explorer II 226570", "brand": "Rolex", "model": "Rolex Explorer II 226570", "reference": "226570", "price_usd": 13800.0, "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/products/Rolex-Explorer-II-226570-10-10-ROL-13MDEY-8abf06733ad0_31e8b7fb-824c-4063-a31e-d0223723dcd4.jpg?v=1697117711", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_6851990683723", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_6851990683723", "available": false}, "auction_comp_count": 0, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/rolex-explorer-ii-226570-polar", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/rolex-explorer-ii-226570-polar"}]}