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Rolex Daytona Platinum

Rolex Platinum Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch
Rolex Platinum Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch

Rolex Platinum Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in New Orleans, LA

Model: Cosmograph Daytona Movement: Self-Winding Caliber 4130 Circa: 2010s Case: 40mm Case Material: Platinum Dial Color: Ice Blue Complications: Chronograph, Tachymeter Scale Delive...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116506 40mm Platinum Index Icy Blue Chestnut Watch
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116506 40mm Platinum Index Icy Blue Chestnut Watch

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116506 40mm Platinum Index Icy Blue Chestnut Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

🔹 Model Information Brand: Rolex Model: Cosmograph Daytona Reference Number: 116506-0001 Department: Men Style: Luxury / Sport Chronograph Country/Region of Manufacture: Swi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Daytona Glacier Ice Blue Dial 40mm Platinum Watch 116506 Complete Mint
Rolex Daytona Glacier Ice Blue Dial 40mm Platinum Watch 116506 Complete Mint

Rolex Daytona Glacier Ice Blue Dial 40mm Platinum Watch 116506 Complete Mint

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This Rolex Cosmograph Daytona wristwatch is a luxurious and sporty accessory perfect for men who appreciate high-end timepieces.

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Daytona 116576TBR PT950 Full Diamond Dial Automatic Mechanical 40mm
Rolex Daytona 116576TBR PT950 Full Diamond Dial Automatic Mechanical 40mm

Rolex Daytona 116576TBR PT950 Full Diamond Dial Automatic Mechanical 40mm

By Rolex

Located in Guangzhou, CN

Rolex Daytona 116576TBR, 950 Platinum, Factory-set Baguette Diamond Bezel, Ice Blue Full Diamond Dial, Automatic Mechanical Movement, 40mm Case Diameter,full box and all documents

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2010s Wrist Watches

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Rolex Daytona Platinum Diamond Men's Watch
Rolex Daytona Platinum Diamond Men's Watch

Rolex Daytona Platinum Diamond Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Daytona Platinum Diamond Men's Watch all original Rolex parts except custom Diamond dial and diamonds on case excellent condition comes with original box and paperwork shop...

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2010s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rolex Daytona 116506 Platinum ice blue Diamond Dial men's watch
Rolex Daytona 116506 Platinum ice blue Diamond Dial men's watch

Rolex Daytona 116506 Platinum ice blue Diamond Dial men's watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Product Description Experience the pinnacle of luxury and performance with this Rolex Daytona 116506 — a masterpiece crafted in platinum, featuring an extraordinary factory diamond ...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Daytona Platinum Ice Blue Dial 116506
Rolex Daytona Platinum Ice Blue Dial 116506

Rolex Daytona Platinum Ice Blue Dial 116506

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 40mm Daytona crafted in platinum by Rolex. Featuring an ice blue dial which is the exclusive signature of a Rolex platinum watch.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Unworn Rolex Daytona Platinum Ice Blue Dial 116506
Unworn Rolex Daytona Platinum Ice Blue Dial 116506

Unworn Rolex Daytona Platinum Ice Blue Dial 116506

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An unworn platinum Daytona 40mm from Rolex, featuring an ice blue dial which is the exclusive signature of a Rolex platinum watch.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Daytona Platinum Ice Blue Diamond Dial 116506
Rolex Daytona Platinum Ice Blue Diamond Dial 116506

Rolex Daytona Platinum Ice Blue Diamond Dial 116506

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

This platinum Daytona by Rolex is in mint condition. Features an ice blue dial which Rolex only use on platinum models.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Rolex Daytona Platinum Diamond Pave Dial Men’s Watch 116576TBR
Rolex Daytona Platinum Diamond Pave Dial Men’s Watch 116576TBR

Rolex Daytona Platinum Diamond Pave Dial Men’s Watch 116576TBR

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. Comes with the original box and papers. Very rare piece, Impossible to find one in the market with this condition. * Free Shipping within the USA * Five-year warranty co...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Platinum Cosmograph Daytona
Rolex Platinum Cosmograph Daytona

Rolex Platinum Cosmograph Daytona

By Rolex

Located in New Orleans, LA

This platinum Rolex Cosmograph Daytona is an iconic design from the distinguished watchmaker.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Platinum Cosmograph Daytona
Rolex Platinum Cosmograph Daytona

Rolex Platinum Cosmograph Daytona

By Rolex

Located in New Orleans, LA

This platinum Rolex Cosmograph Daytona is an iconic design from the distinguished watchmaker.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Platinum Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch
Rolex Platinum Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch

Rolex Platinum Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in New Orleans, LA

Model: Cosmograph Daytona Movement: Self-Winding Caliber 4130 Circa: 2010s Case: 40mm Case Material: Platinum Dial Color: Ice Blue Complications: Chronograph, Tachymeter Scale Delive...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Men's Platinum Rolex Daytona Watch 116506 with Glacier Blue Dial
Men's Platinum Rolex Daytona Watch 116506 with Glacier Blue Dial

Men's Platinum Rolex Daytona Watch 116506 with Glacier Blue Dial

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Men's Platinum Rolex Daytona Watch 116506 with Glacier Blue dial - Automatic winding, chronograph, 44 jewels, sapphire crystal.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Platinum Ice Factory Blue Gem Index Dial Watch 116506
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Platinum Ice Factory Blue Gem Index Dial Watch 116506

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Platinum Ice Factory Blue Gem Index Dial Watch 116506

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Rolex released the 116506, a divine luxuriously designed platinum timepiece to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Rolex Daytona.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum, Steel

Rolex Daytona Platinum Ice Blue Dial 116506, 2021
Rolex Daytona Platinum Ice Blue Dial 116506, 2021

Rolex Daytona Platinum Ice Blue Dial 116506, 2021

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Designed to meet the demands of professional racing drivers, the Oyster Perpetual epitomizes the ultimate driver’s watch with stunning techniques and a sophisticated aesthetic. Craft...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Daytona 0 116506 Men's Platinum 0 Watch
Rolex Daytona 0 116506 Men's Platinum 0 Watch

Rolex Daytona 0 116506 Men's Platinum 0 Watch

By Rolex

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

"Xupes Reference: COM002836 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Daytona Model Variant: 0 Model Number: 116506 Age: 15-10-2020 Gender: Men Complete With: Rolex Box, Manuals, Swing Tags & Guara...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Daytona 116506 Men Platinum 1st Edition Frosty Watch
Rolex Daytona 116506 Men Platinum 1st Edition Frosty Watch

Rolex Daytona 116506 Men Platinum 1st Edition Frosty Watch

By Rolex

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

Xupes Reference: W007221 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Daytona Model Variant: Model Number: 116506 Age: 14-12-2013 Gender: Men Complete With: Rolex Box, Manuals & Guarantee Dial: Blue ...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Platinum Diamond Index Dial Watch 116576TBR
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Platinum Diamond Index Dial Watch 116576TBR

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Platinum Diamond Index Dial Watch 116576TBR

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Brand: Rolex Reference Number: 116576TBR Model: Cosmograph Daytona Case Dimensions: 40 mm Case Material: Platinum Bezel: Platinum Bezel Function: Gem Set Dial Color: Diamond Pave Ice...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rolex Platinum Daytona Ltd Edition Pave Diamond Dial Wristwatch Ref 116576TBR
Rolex Platinum Daytona Ltd Edition Pave Diamond Dial Wristwatch Ref 116576TBR

Rolex Platinum Daytona Ltd Edition Pave Diamond Dial Wristwatch Ref 116576TBR

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Produced in limited-edition by Rolex, this rare platinum Daytona features a baguette diamond bezel and pavé diamond dial with blue subdials, hands and markers.

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rolex Daytona 40mm Ice Blue Dial Brown Bezel Platinum 2024 Style: 126506
Rolex Daytona 40mm Ice Blue Dial Brown Bezel Platinum 2024 Style: 126506

Rolex Daytona 40mm Ice Blue Dial Brown Bezel Platinum 2024 Style: 126506

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

UnwornWatches proudly presents the Rolex Daytona 40mm Platinum with Ice Blue Dial and Brown Ceramic Bezel, a 2024 release that showcases Rolex's dedication to elegance and innovation.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Daytona 40mm Ice Blue Dial Brown Bezel Platinum 2019 Style: 116506
Rolex Daytona 40mm Ice Blue Dial Brown Bezel Platinum 2019 Style: 116506

Rolex Daytona 40mm Ice Blue Dial Brown Bezel Platinum 2019 Style: 116506

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The Rolex Daytona 116506 is a pinnacle of luxury watchmaking, crafted from solid 950 platinum.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Platinum Ice Blue Dial Oyster Watch 116506
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Platinum Ice Blue Dial Oyster Watch 116506

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Platinum Ice Blue Dial Oyster Watch 116506

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

ATTRIBUTES Brand: Rolex Reference Number: 116506 Model: Cosmograph Daytona Case Dimensions: 40 mm Case Material: Platinum Bezel: Ceramic Bezel Function: Tachymeter Dial Color: Ice Bl...

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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

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By Hermès

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By Rolex

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Rolex Daytona Platinum For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of rolex daytona platinum you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Platinum, Gold and Steel. An item from our selection of rolex daytona platinum can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 3 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a baguette cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a choice in our collection of rolex daytona platinum, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and women.

How Much is a Rolex Daytona Platinum?

On average, a piece of rolex daytona platinum at 1stDibs sells for $150,457, while they’re typically $64,499 on the low end and $193,439 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.

Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.

But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.

But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.

Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.

The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.

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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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