What is Rolex Reference Number? Complete Guide

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What is Rolex Reference Number? Complete Guide

Another word for reference number is model number. Each and every single Rolex watch has a reference number which denotes which type of model it is.

But did you know that Rolex reference numbers actually follow a clear system? Did you know that Rolex reference numbers can give you a lot of information about the model, its design, and its materials, solely by looking at the numbers?

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When did Rolex Start using White Gold Hands?

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When did Rolex Start using White Gold Hands?

Did you know that the hands and hour markers on all modern Rolex watches are made in 18ct gold? It’s true! Most watch manufacturers make the hands and hour markers in stainless steel – and so has Rolex, but not anymore. Today, the hands and hour markers on Rolex watches are made in white gold. For yellow or rose gold watches, it’s quite obvious that they are made in gold. But for steel watches, it’s not very obvious.

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What is Rolex White Gold Made Of? Complete Guide

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What is Rolex White Gold Made Of? Complete Guide

Rolex uses all of the traditional and most prestigious materials for its watches. Stainless steel is of course the most common but gold and platinum are also used.

Rolex uses three different types of gold – yellow gold, rose gold, and white gold. This may have got you thinking, what is Rolex white gold made of? How do they make the white gold?

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