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Zara Phillips the New Face of Rolex
Realizing the unique connection between Rolex and Royalty, Zara Phillips, the granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II of England, has signed a contract to be the new face of Rolex watches. The Rolex watch chosen for Zara Phillips to endorse is the classic Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady-Datejust. An elite equestrian who attained the title of Eventing World Champion in 2006, Phillips will receive £100,000 pounds and three free watches to appear in advertising for the Swiss watchmakers. The first Rolex advertisement-featuring Phillips appeared in Vanity Fair, which is a further display of the great value placed by Rolex in the acquisition of such a high profile representative in the United Kingdom and beyond. The advertisement shows Zara Phillips with her horse Toytown who carried her to victory in the Eventing World Championships.
In order to illuminate the Rolex watches that Phillips has been chosen to endorse, here is a more in-depth examination. A description of the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady-Datejust is as follows: Stainless steel case and bracelet. White dial. Date displays at 3 o’clock position. 18kt white gold bezel. Synthetic sapphire crystal. Hidden deployment clasp. Case diameter 26mm. 31-jewel chronometer automatic movement. Water resistant at 30 meters (100 feet). A description of the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady Datejust Pearlmaster is as follows: Stainless steel case. 18kt yellow gold and stainless steel bracelet. Gold dial. Date displays at 3 o’clock position. 18kt yellow gold bezel. Synthetic sapphire crystal. Hidden deployment clasp. 31 jewel chronometer automatic movement.
In order to illuminate the Rolex watches that Phillips has been chosen to endorse, here is a more in-depth examination. A description of the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady-Datejust is as follows: Stainless steel case and bracelet. White dial. Date displays at 3 o’clock position. 18kt white gold bezel. Synthetic sapphire crystal. Hidden deployment clasp. Case diameter 26mm. 31-jewel chronometer automatic movement. Water resistant at 30 meters (100 feet). A description of the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady Datejust Pearlmaster is as follows: Stainless steel case. 18kt yellow gold and stainless steel bracelet. Gold dial. Date displays at 3 o’clock position. 18kt yellow gold bezel. Synthetic sapphire crystal. Hidden deployment clasp. 31 jewel chronometer automatic movement.
Rolex has supported excellence in human endeavors for over eighty years, and many of their spokespeople have been champions in their respective sports. Zara Phillips provides a unique combination of Royal blood and athletic excellence to the Rolex stable. Zara was voted 2006 BBC Sports Personality of the Year by the British viewing public. What is truly fascinating in the story line is that Zara’s mother, Princess Anne, was voted BBC Sports Personality of the Year in 1971. Clearly, like the lineage of one great Rolex watch design to the next, Zara Phillips follows in her mother’s footsteps of athletic excellence. Zara was made a Member of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2007 New Years Honours List for her services to equestrianism. Married to England rugby player Mike Tindall, Phillips has expanded her commercial activity since becoming a professional eventer to help meet the £500,000-a-year cost of maintaining seven horses. She receives no money from the civil list, but her mother, Princess Anne, gives her free accommodation. Imagine how proud the Queen must be to have her Granddaughter chosen to be the new face of Rolex watches.
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Which Rolex Watch Does The Dalai Lama Wear
Yes, it is true. The Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, wears a Rolex watch, and he has worn a Rolex ever since he was a boy. The challenging question to answer is what kind of Rolex watch the Dalai Lama has worn and maintained for so many years. In the pictures of the Dalai Lama wearing the Rolex watch, only the back of the bracelet is evident.
According to the accepted tale, the American President Franklin Roosevelt gave the Rolex watch to the Dalai Lama. It is a known fact that Franklin Roosevelt wore a Rolex Day-Date. At the time, the Rolex Day-Date was not known as the Rolex Day-Date Presidential. The latter designation was assumed only after Rolex gave a Day-Date to President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Before the Day-Date officially became presidential, Franklin Roosevelt wore the Rolex watch in the White House. Putting two and two together, it makes sense that the President would give the young Dalai Lama a Rolex Day-Date. Since Roosevelt died in 1945 and the Dalai Lama was born in 1935, the Rolex watch was given to a mere boy. The Dalai Lama has maintained the Rolex watch in excellent condition for over half a century. How has he been able to perform such a remarkable feat?
According to the accepted tale, the American President Franklin Roosevelt gave the Rolex watch to the Dalai Lama. It is a known fact that Franklin Roosevelt wore a Rolex Day-Date. At the time, the Rolex Day-Date was not known as the Rolex Day-Date Presidential. The latter designation was assumed only after Rolex gave a Day-Date to President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Before the Day-Date officially became presidential, Franklin Roosevelt wore the Rolex watch in the White House. Putting two and two together, it makes sense that the President would give the young Dalai Lama a Rolex Day-Date. Since Roosevelt died in 1945 and the Dalai Lama was born in 1935, the Rolex watch was given to a mere boy. The Dalai Lama has maintained the Rolex watch in excellent condition for over half a century. How has he been able to perform such a remarkable feat?
As historian Ron Gluckman writes: “Since childhood, the Dalai Lama has been an incorrigible tinkerer. He still has a Rolex watch given to him by U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt — a credit to his do-it-yourself skills.” Being a lover of fine machinery, the Dalai Lama naturally fell in love with his Rolex watch. Since the beginning, Rolex has been at the forefront of watchmaking in terms of artistry and precision. Rolex founder, Hans Wilsdorf recognized two major requirements for watches: 1) To keep accurate time, and 2) To be reliable for which Rolex has been recognized for almost as long as watches have been worn. Such quality clearly was recognized by the Dalai Lama at a young age when he already showed signs of the spiritual leader he would become.
In 1990, Teresa Watanabe observed in the Los Angeles Times, “The Dalai Lama is motivated by kindness and love, and his broad appeal hardly seems more complex than that. He seems caring, people say. He seems genuine. He lives simply, wearing a maroon and saffron robe every day. His one apparent luxury, a Rolex watch, was a gift from Franklin Roosevelt. He actually seems to practice what he preaches, the rare leader who has managed to stay untarnished by any hint of personal scandal.” Like how the Rolex watches, which he loves, have come to represent the very best in luxury watches, the Dalai Lama has come to represent the very best in humanity. In a strange way, it makes perfect sense that such a man would choose to wear a Rolex watch. Still, we wish to know without any question or doubt, what model of Rolex is on the wrist of the Dalai Lama? Is his watch a Rolex Day-Date, or is it another one of the stunning Rolex watch models?
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Saddam Hussein’s Rolex To Be Auctioned $150,000
Before being deposed by American forces and executed by his people, Iraqi Dictator Saddam Hussein was known for his love of luxury, clearly represented by his custom-made, diamond-studded gold Rolex watch. Unlike the majority of Hussein’s loot, the Rolex watch did not end up in the hands of the American military. Instead, Saddam’s right-hand man Haitham Wahaib is putting the Rolex up for auction, along with other valuables, in order to raise $4500,000 for Iraqi schools. But how did Wahaib end up with the Rolex in the first place? Although his tale appears incredulous on the surface, it is worth repeating. As reported by Mark Nicol in The Daily Mail, the story is as follows:
It was the most lucrative day’s work that Haitham Wihaib will ever do. His boss Saddam Hussein had just spent hours in a Baghdad palace with one of his many mistresses. As the Iraqi dictator emerged and headed towards his chauffeur-driven Mercedes, it was Wihaib’s job - as his head of protocol - to check that he had not left anything behind. “To my surprise I saw his £100,000 gold Rolex sitting on a bedside table,” recalled Wihaib. “I ran after Saddam and stopped him just before he got in the car. I said, ‘Your Excellency, your Excellency, you left your gold Rolex behind.’ When he turned to me, I had never seen such a satisfied look on his face. He had clearly had a very pleasurable afternoon. He smiled and told me to keep it.”
The custom-made Rolex has dozens of diamonds laid into the watch face and the bracelet. At the very pinnacle of luxury, the watch represents the incredible quality and precision of the Rolex watchmakers. The Daily Mail confirmed that the watch is genuine and the valuation is accurate. Long before the Iraq war that led to Saddam’s fall, Haitham Wihaib had a bad falling out with his master and was imprisoned. After being released, he managed to smuggle his collection of Saddam’s valuables out of Iraq and defect to Great Britain in 1994. Although he worked for the dictator for over twenty years and was his chief of protocol, Wihaib has never worn the gold Rolex given to him by the Iraqi dictator. In regards to his hiding of the watch, Wihaib said: “All Saddam’s bodyguards were very jealous so I never wore the Rolex in Iraq. They would have chopped my arm off for such a watch.”
In closing, it is fascinating to note that Saddam’s regime often altered expensive Rolex watches with faceplates depicting the leader. Amazing as it sounds, these symbols of Western power and affluence were greatly admired by members of the anti-Western Ba’ath party or so the story goes. Although Saddam Hussein would deface a Rolex watch given to his supporters, the authenticity of his own custom-made Rolex was kept and maintained. It will be intriguing for Rolex enthusiasts to see how high the price goes for Saddam’s jewel-encrusted Rolex watch.
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It was the most lucrative day’s work that Haitham Wihaib will ever do. His boss Saddam Hussein had just spent hours in a Baghdad palace with one of his many mistresses. As the Iraqi dictator emerged and headed towards his chauffeur-driven Mercedes, it was Wihaib’s job - as his head of protocol - to check that he had not left anything behind. “To my surprise I saw his £100,000 gold Rolex sitting on a bedside table,” recalled Wihaib. “I ran after Saddam and stopped him just before he got in the car. I said, ‘Your Excellency, your Excellency, you left your gold Rolex behind.’ When he turned to me, I had never seen such a satisfied look on his face. He had clearly had a very pleasurable afternoon. He smiled and told me to keep it.”
The custom-made Rolex has dozens of diamonds laid into the watch face and the bracelet. At the very pinnacle of luxury, the watch represents the incredible quality and precision of the Rolex watchmakers. The Daily Mail confirmed that the watch is genuine and the valuation is accurate. Long before the Iraq war that led to Saddam’s fall, Haitham Wihaib had a bad falling out with his master and was imprisoned. After being released, he managed to smuggle his collection of Saddam’s valuables out of Iraq and defect to Great Britain in 1994. Although he worked for the dictator for over twenty years and was his chief of protocol, Wihaib has never worn the gold Rolex given to him by the Iraqi dictator. In regards to his hiding of the watch, Wihaib said: “All Saddam’s bodyguards were very jealous so I never wore the Rolex in Iraq. They would have chopped my arm off for such a watch.”
In closing, it is fascinating to note that Saddam’s regime often altered expensive Rolex watches with faceplates depicting the leader. Amazing as it sounds, these symbols of Western power and affluence were greatly admired by members of the anti-Western Ba’ath party or so the story goes. Although Saddam Hussein would deface a Rolex watch given to his supporters, the authenticity of his own custom-made Rolex was kept and maintained. It will be intriguing for Rolex enthusiasts to see how high the price goes for Saddam’s jewel-encrusted Rolex watch.
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Rolex Watch Blog: Rolex Watches
Watches not only tell time, they also send messages. Not the ubiquitous e-mail or text messages, but personal statements about their owners. For example, a Rolex reveals a certain class and style, not to mention an appreciation of quality and precision.Just as astute observers draw different conclusions about people from cars they drive— whether they’re luxury models, hybrids, SUVs, or minivans—so, too, do they discern meanings in someone’s choice of a watch.
Ever since Shakespeare’s time, a watch’s function has been secondary to its form, and today, its form is determined by its intended use: for sports, business, or formal occasions. This is why many people own three or more watches.
The first timepieces dates back to the 16th century, when Peter Henlein, a German locksmith, invented the first pocket watch. This invention was made possible by the development of mainspring and escapement mechanisms, which worked together, along with the balance wheel, to measure time. (“Escapement” refers to the unwinding of the watch, causing the ticking sound.) Henlein’s pocket watch—called the Nuremberg Egg because it was oval and bulky— only measured hours.
In the mid-17th century, the balance spring, or hairspring, was added to the balance wheel, dramatically improving its accuracy. Although Queen Elizabeth inspired the use of wrist watches among women in the late 1500s, men continued to use pocket watches because they were considered more masculine. In 1780, the self-winding pocket watch was developed in France that eliminated the need for manual winding. In 1922, the self-winding, or automatic, wristwatch was patented. Timepieces that use mainsprings and escapements have what is known as mechanical movements, with an analog display—a numbered dial with moving hands. These watches—the more expensive, the better—are the favorites of collectors and watch aficionados because of their fine craftsmanship and intricate design. Of these watches, the Rolex is without question the finest example of quality, craftsmanship, and elegance.
The other best-known type of timepiece has an electronic movement. Electronic movements have few, if any, moving parts and rely on batteries. They use tiny quartz crystals that oscillate at very stable frequencies to ensure considerably more accuracy than mechanical movements. These watches, frequently called quartz watches, also have analog displays. Quartz watches were first produced commercially by a Japanese watchmaker 1969; at the time they reportedly cost as much as a car.
Most consumers are familiar with digital watches; they were first produced in the ‘70s and are inexpensive because they can be mass-produced. Digital watches have electronic movements; what sets them apart is their liquid crystal displays, or LCDs, which present the time as blocks of numerals. Digital watches are appropriate for children and teenagers, and for people whose occupations make it impractical to wear a more costly timepiece.
Chronograph watches, first patented in the early 19th century, are preferred by athletes because of their stopwatch capabilities. In addition to the main dial that displays the time, chronograph watches can have one or more smaller dials, each with its own function: for example, to display day and date, register a specified quantity of hours, register a quantity of minutes, or show lunar phases. An example of the chronograph is the Rolex Daytona. Chronographic watches can have mechanical or electronic movements.
The choice of a particular watch is most often based on one’s lifestyle, place in the pecking order, discretionary income and personal preference. One can find a watch in the drugstore that tells time just as accurately as a fine Swiss watch with a six-figure price tag. The real difference? Each carries a different message. One’s decision of which watch to wear will tell more than just the time.
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Ever since Shakespeare’s time, a watch’s function has been secondary to its form, and today, its form is determined by its intended use: for sports, business, or formal occasions. This is why many people own three or more watches.
The first timepieces dates back to the 16th century, when Peter Henlein, a German locksmith, invented the first pocket watch. This invention was made possible by the development of mainspring and escapement mechanisms, which worked together, along with the balance wheel, to measure time. (“Escapement” refers to the unwinding of the watch, causing the ticking sound.) Henlein’s pocket watch—called the Nuremberg Egg because it was oval and bulky— only measured hours.
In the mid-17th century, the balance spring, or hairspring, was added to the balance wheel, dramatically improving its accuracy. Although Queen Elizabeth inspired the use of wrist watches among women in the late 1500s, men continued to use pocket watches because they were considered more masculine. In 1780, the self-winding pocket watch was developed in France that eliminated the need for manual winding. In 1922, the self-winding, or automatic, wristwatch was patented. Timepieces that use mainsprings and escapements have what is known as mechanical movements, with an analog display—a numbered dial with moving hands. These watches—the more expensive, the better—are the favorites of collectors and watch aficionados because of their fine craftsmanship and intricate design. Of these watches, the Rolex is without question the finest example of quality, craftsmanship, and elegance.
The other best-known type of timepiece has an electronic movement. Electronic movements have few, if any, moving parts and rely on batteries. They use tiny quartz crystals that oscillate at very stable frequencies to ensure considerably more accuracy than mechanical movements. These watches, frequently called quartz watches, also have analog displays. Quartz watches were first produced commercially by a Japanese watchmaker 1969; at the time they reportedly cost as much as a car.
Most consumers are familiar with digital watches; they were first produced in the ‘70s and are inexpensive because they can be mass-produced. Digital watches have electronic movements; what sets them apart is their liquid crystal displays, or LCDs, which present the time as blocks of numerals. Digital watches are appropriate for children and teenagers, and for people whose occupations make it impractical to wear a more costly timepiece.
Chronograph watches, first patented in the early 19th century, are preferred by athletes because of their stopwatch capabilities. In addition to the main dial that displays the time, chronograph watches can have one or more smaller dials, each with its own function: for example, to display day and date, register a specified quantity of hours, register a quantity of minutes, or show lunar phases. An example of the chronograph is the Rolex Daytona. Chronographic watches can have mechanical or electronic movements.
The choice of a particular watch is most often based on one’s lifestyle, place in the pecking order, discretionary income and personal preference. One can find a watch in the drugstore that tells time just as accurately as a fine Swiss watch with a six-figure price tag. The real difference? Each carries a different message. One’s decision of which watch to wear will tell more than just the time.
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Rolex Watch Blog: Rolex Gold Watch
A gold watch is an ultimate accessory that you can wear on a daily basis. While it helps you to keep your commitments in a timely manner, you also feel on top of the world as you get the attention of every onlooker. There are many watch making companies that offer gold watches for both men and women, but Rolex is the brand that creates a masterpieces.
A Rolex gold watch is crafted in 18k yellow gold or white gold embedded with precious stones that add to its beauty. Some of the most beautiful gold watches that have been gifted by Rolex to all true watch admirers are the following:
* Champagne Diamond Dial Rolex Day Date Presidential: This model is popular among both men and women. It can be a great choice for those who are looking for a superb gold wrist watches. The case is made from 18k yellow gold with 18k yellow gold crown. Its champagne diamond dials are inlaid with 8 round cut and 2 baguette cut diamonds is also set in 18k yellow gold. Other popular dial colors are silver, blue and mother of pearl. Its beadset diamond bezel with 40 round cut diamonds set in 18k yellow gold is an added attraction.
* Ladies White Gold Pave Dial Rolex Super President: It is a superb ladies gold watch with incomparable style and elegance. It is a great combination of yellow and white gold. On one hand, it features pave diamond dial with 110 round cut diamonds set in 18k white gold while on the other its case is made of 18k yellow gold with 18k yellow gold crown and custom diamond lugs. It has custom .70 ct. beadset diamond bezel with 30 round cut diamonds set in 18k yellow gold. Its maximum charm lies in its Italian-made 18k yellow gold President bracelet fitted with 232 diamonds.
Similarly, many other models of Rolex wristwatches have always been regarded as the ultimate gold watches with maximum panache.
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A Rolex gold watch is crafted in 18k yellow gold or white gold embedded with precious stones that add to its beauty. Some of the most beautiful gold watches that have been gifted by Rolex to all true watch admirers are the following:
* Champagne Diamond Dial Rolex Day Date Presidential: This model is popular among both men and women. It can be a great choice for those who are looking for a superb gold wrist watches. The case is made from 18k yellow gold with 18k yellow gold crown. Its champagne diamond dials are inlaid with 8 round cut and 2 baguette cut diamonds is also set in 18k yellow gold. Other popular dial colors are silver, blue and mother of pearl. Its beadset diamond bezel with 40 round cut diamonds set in 18k yellow gold is an added attraction.
* Ladies White Gold Pave Dial Rolex Super President: It is a superb ladies gold watch with incomparable style and elegance. It is a great combination of yellow and white gold. On one hand, it features pave diamond dial with 110 round cut diamonds set in 18k white gold while on the other its case is made of 18k yellow gold with 18k yellow gold crown and custom diamond lugs. It has custom .70 ct. beadset diamond bezel with 30 round cut diamonds set in 18k yellow gold. Its maximum charm lies in its Italian-made 18k yellow gold President bracelet fitted with 232 diamonds.
Similarly, many other models of Rolex wristwatches have always been regarded as the ultimate gold watches with maximum panache.
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Rolex Equestrian World Cup Finals In Las Vegas
Rolex has long been known for its world class timepieces and magnificent watches. The company has also been at the forefront of corporate sponsorship, serving as the title sponsor for some of the world’s most exciting sporting events.
As one would expect, the sporting events supported by Rolex are in a class by themselves, including the finest equestrian events around the world. The world’s greatest riders have ridden the world’s finest horses to victory with their support.
In a city more associated with bright lights and big money than magnificent horsemanship, the Rolex FEI World Cup finals were held at the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas. This world class event featured both show jumping and world class dressage, providing horse enthusiasts and non-enthusiasts alike with plenty of excitement. Competitors came from around the world to see some of the best riders strut their stuff, and it was all made possible by the corporate sponsorship of Rolex.
Rolex’s association with the United States Equestrian Federation continues an ongoing tradition of excellence. The United States Equestrian Federation, or USEF, is an organization that is well known to many competitive horseback riders, from local pony clubbers to riders at the highest levels of equestrian sport. The USEF hosts competitions throughout the country and around the world, providing riders of all ages and abilities the chance to show off their mounts and enhance their riding ability. Competitions like the 2007 FEI World Cup finals represent the pinnacle of this highly competitive world, giving riders young and old a worthy goal to shoot for.
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As one would expect, the sporting events supported by Rolex are in a class by themselves, including the finest equestrian events around the world. The world’s greatest riders have ridden the world’s finest horses to victory with their support.
In a city more associated with bright lights and big money than magnificent horsemanship, the Rolex FEI World Cup finals were held at the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas. This world class event featured both show jumping and world class dressage, providing horse enthusiasts and non-enthusiasts alike with plenty of excitement. Competitors came from around the world to see some of the best riders strut their stuff, and it was all made possible by the corporate sponsorship of Rolex.
Rolex’s association with the United States Equestrian Federation continues an ongoing tradition of excellence. The United States Equestrian Federation, or USEF, is an organization that is well known to many competitive horseback riders, from local pony clubbers to riders at the highest levels of equestrian sport. The USEF hosts competitions throughout the country and around the world, providing riders of all ages and abilities the chance to show off their mounts and enhance their riding ability. Competitions like the 2007 FEI World Cup finals represent the pinnacle of this highly competitive world, giving riders young and old a worthy goal to shoot for.
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Rolex Enthusiast Jennifer Garner Names Her New Baby Girl Seraphina
Actress & Rolex enthusiast Jennifer Garner along with husband, actor Ben Affleck, welcomed a beautiful little girl named Seraphina Rose into the world at the beginning of the New Year. Joining big sister Violet, age 3, in the Garner-Affleck household; Seraphina was named after an order of angels in the Hebrew Bible known as the seraph or seraphim. Perceived in later Jewish imagery as a class of celestial beings with human form, the seraph evolved into the highest rank of Christian angels.
The parents did not reveal their personal reasons for selecting Seraphina, but the name has come into style in recent years. “It kind of follows from Angelina, which has gotten super popular because of Angelina Jolie, as a spiritual, heavenly name,” says Pamela Redmond Satran, who runs nameberry.com, “Ben and Jen really put Violet on the map,” Satran says. “They transformed it from what people saw as a dowdy, old lady name to a really cute, modern choice.” Serafina (alternate spelling) is also a Marvel Comics villain who first appeared in an X-Men story line in 2006. Although, it is unlikely that mom and dad considered the Marvel villain as inspiration; Garner and Affleck have played Elektra and Daredevil respectively, two Marvel Comics characters, on the big screen.
For years, Jennifer Garner has been known as a true Rolex enthusiast, seen publicly wearing a multitude of Rolex styles. Garner has favored the versatility of the two-toned Ladies Datejust with a blue dial and a fluted bezel, and the classic opulence of the Ladies Rolex President in yellow gold. With the arrival of their second child, will Ben Affleck treat his beautiful wife to the quintessential indulgence of a new Rolex? In the past, while dating Jennifer Lopez, “Affleck dropped $50,000 on a Rolex for his beloved and another for her mother” according to People Magazine. Today, as a husband and father, it seems that Affleck’s taste has moved from trendy flash to long term commitment and more refined luxury. Even the names of his children reflect a profound respect for history and sophistication.
The perfect gift for Jennifer Garner is one that complements her elegant taste and pledges continued happiness with Affleck and their children. Nothing but the most enduring timepiece would be suitable for Garner and so the Ladies Rolex Super President in lustrous 18k yellow gold with custom diamond lugs is the ideal choice. Such a beautiful watch is nothing less than remarkable, and perfectly reflects qualities that are embodied in the names of Garner and Affleck’s daughters. Ideally suited for an angel in human form, only Rolex could produce a watch that is so classic and so symbolic of Jennifer Garner and the values that are conveyed in every aspect of her life.
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Rolex Watch Blog: Rolex Diamond Watches
The sturdy and solid diamond is the perfect symbol for the determined, strong-willed Zodiac signs of Aries and Taurus that represent those born in April. Such people are lucky to have the diamond as the symbol of their birthday. The diamond is also the traditional gift for the 10th and 60th wedding anniversary. Also, you can purchase luxury watches like a Rolex bejeweled with diamonds.This desirable stone has been treasured and worn by royalty for over 3000 years and is still considered to be the ultimate gift of lasting love.
Diamonds are a mineral and are created when carbon is compressed and exposed to extreme heat deep within the earth’s core. It can take a diamond over one-billion years to make its way to the earth’s surface after it has been formed. Diamonds are mined and found in streams and riverbeds. There is no substance on earth that is harder than a diamond. Diamonds can only be cut and polished by other diamonds and are the most durable stone in the world.
Diamonds come in a variety of colors other, such as yellow, pink, red, blue and green. Originally found in India, diamonds were eventually discovered in Brazil and Africa. Ninety-percent of the world’s diamonds now come from Africa, found in riverbeds and in mines.
The word “diamond” comes from the Greek word adamas meaning “indestructible”. Ancient Greeks believed diamonds were the “teardrops of the Gods”, while the Romans thought diamonds were “splinters of stars fallen to earth”. In early years the diamond was worn only by royalty in an unpolished form. Kings would stud their breastplates with diamonds for both decoration and protection. Since it was believed that wearing diamonds protected the wearer from malicious intent, kings would not be attacked during battle for fear the attacker would suffer terrible consequences.
The diamond symbolizes power and strength and is said to give the wearer traits of generosity and courage. It is also a talisman to protect the wearer from poisoning, although it is believed that diamond dust is poisonous to eat. This belief, however, may have come more from the desire to refrain miners from hiding diamonds in their mouths in order to steal them. In the Middle Ages it was believed that diamonds could heal disease by placing them in bed to warm up against the suffering.
The use of the diamond to symbolize love did not begin until 1477 when Archduke Maximilian of Austria presented a diamond ring as a gift of betrothal to Mary of Burgundy. Since that Royal moment, the diamond has become the symbol of eternal, everlasting love that is given as a promise to love a spouse forever. Diamonds have been set in rings, in ear rings, in necklaces, as well as in high end luxury watches such as Rolex. A diamond-studded Rolex is truly a modern symbol of luxury and class.
The perfect cut for a diamond is the 58-facet round brilliant cut, but diamonds are cut in many popular shapes such as the pear, emerald, heart, marquise, princess, and oval cuts. When choosing a diamond you should look for the clearest stone with the highest quality of clarity. The more perfect the diamond, the higher it will be valued.
The diamond is the most valued stone on earth and is the ideal symbol for those who celebrate an April birthday. Whether you are looking for a birthstone gift or want to give your partner the perfect symbol of your love, a diamond is the ultimate gift you can give.
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Diamonds are a mineral and are created when carbon is compressed and exposed to extreme heat deep within the earth’s core. It can take a diamond over one-billion years to make its way to the earth’s surface after it has been formed. Diamonds are mined and found in streams and riverbeds. There is no substance on earth that is harder than a diamond. Diamonds can only be cut and polished by other diamonds and are the most durable stone in the world.
Diamonds come in a variety of colors other, such as yellow, pink, red, blue and green. Originally found in India, diamonds were eventually discovered in Brazil and Africa. Ninety-percent of the world’s diamonds now come from Africa, found in riverbeds and in mines.
The word “diamond” comes from the Greek word adamas meaning “indestructible”. Ancient Greeks believed diamonds were the “teardrops of the Gods”, while the Romans thought diamonds were “splinters of stars fallen to earth”. In early years the diamond was worn only by royalty in an unpolished form. Kings would stud their breastplates with diamonds for both decoration and protection. Since it was believed that wearing diamonds protected the wearer from malicious intent, kings would not be attacked during battle for fear the attacker would suffer terrible consequences.
The diamond symbolizes power and strength and is said to give the wearer traits of generosity and courage. It is also a talisman to protect the wearer from poisoning, although it is believed that diamond dust is poisonous to eat. This belief, however, may have come more from the desire to refrain miners from hiding diamonds in their mouths in order to steal them. In the Middle Ages it was believed that diamonds could heal disease by placing them in bed to warm up against the suffering.
The use of the diamond to symbolize love did not begin until 1477 when Archduke Maximilian of Austria presented a diamond ring as a gift of betrothal to Mary of Burgundy. Since that Royal moment, the diamond has become the symbol of eternal, everlasting love that is given as a promise to love a spouse forever. Diamonds have been set in rings, in ear rings, in necklaces, as well as in high end luxury watches such as Rolex. A diamond-studded Rolex is truly a modern symbol of luxury and class.
The perfect cut for a diamond is the 58-facet round brilliant cut, but diamonds are cut in many popular shapes such as the pear, emerald, heart, marquise, princess, and oval cuts. When choosing a diamond you should look for the clearest stone with the highest quality of clarity. The more perfect the diamond, the higher it will be valued.
The diamond is the most valued stone on earth and is the ideal symbol for those who celebrate an April birthday. Whether you are looking for a birthstone gift or want to give your partner the perfect symbol of your love, a diamond is the ultimate gift you can give.
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Rolex Watch Blog: Rolex Datejust
Rolex has been one of the most luxurious watch brands for over a century. Its expertise in the field of watch making has made it the most sought after brand in the world of timekeeping. People feel extremely proud to own a Rolex. Over the years, Rolex has innovated many models, all of which have delighted their consumers. But none of these models are as representative of the company as the Role Datejust.
The Datejust was introduced in 1945 to mark the 40th anniversary of Rolex. Over the years, many changes were made to this model to keep up with the technological advancements in the watch industry. The earliest Datejust models were introduced with a coin edge bezel, which was later replaced by a new fluted bezel along with a larger crown. In the mid-50’s, Rolex introduced the Datejust with the cyclops-the magnifying bubble that is placed over the date on the watch’s crystal. In 1956, Rolex released a Datejust model called the “Thunderbird” that featured a Turn-O-Graph gold bezel.
Other significant changes made to the Datejust Rolex - making the model even more popular - are:
* The Quick-Set feature. This was added to the watch and allowed quick adjustment of the date function without turning the crown over and over again.
* The new sapphire crystal, in place of the old domed plastic crystal. This allowed better waterproof security and scratch resistance, thus improving the aesthetics and durability of the watch.
* The old pie-pan dial was discarded to match the smaller and slimmer profile of the newly introduced sapphire crystal.
* The smaller version of Datejust – the Oyster Date was introduced.
Today, you get both the Rolex Ladies Datejust and Mens Rolex Datejust at a size which is 80% of the original Datejust. The Two Tone Datejust models are also quite popular. The immense success of Datejust Rolex has led to the introduction of stainless steel, white gold and platinum models apart from the usual 18kt yellow gold. To make Datejust Rolex go with the recent trends, the options of a Jubilee bracelet, an Oyster bracelet and a leather strap are also made available.
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The Datejust was introduced in 1945 to mark the 40th anniversary of Rolex. Over the years, many changes were made to this model to keep up with the technological advancements in the watch industry. The earliest Datejust models were introduced with a coin edge bezel, which was later replaced by a new fluted bezel along with a larger crown. In the mid-50’s, Rolex introduced the Datejust with the cyclops-the magnifying bubble that is placed over the date on the watch’s crystal. In 1956, Rolex released a Datejust model called the “Thunderbird” that featured a Turn-O-Graph gold bezel.
Other significant changes made to the Datejust Rolex - making the model even more popular - are:
* The Quick-Set feature. This was added to the watch and allowed quick adjustment of the date function without turning the crown over and over again.
* The new sapphire crystal, in place of the old domed plastic crystal. This allowed better waterproof security and scratch resistance, thus improving the aesthetics and durability of the watch.
* The old pie-pan dial was discarded to match the smaller and slimmer profile of the newly introduced sapphire crystal.
* The smaller version of Datejust – the Oyster Date was introduced.
Today, you get both the Rolex Ladies Datejust and Mens Rolex Datejust at a size which is 80% of the original Datejust. The Two Tone Datejust models are also quite popular. The immense success of Datejust Rolex has led to the introduction of stainless steel, white gold and platinum models apart from the usual 18kt yellow gold. To make Datejust Rolex go with the recent trends, the options of a Jubilee bracelet, an Oyster bracelet and a leather strap are also made available.
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Rolex Continues To Underwrite the Rita Hayworth Gala for the Alzheimer’s Association
Continuing the support it has given since 2003, Rolex underwrote the entire cost of the Rita Hayworth Gala for the Alzheimer’s Association, which took place at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York. Attendees at this year’s event included Dan Ackyroyd, Ivana Trump, Bryant Gumbel and Deborah Norville. Since 2008 marked the 25th anniversary of the gala, which was started by Princess Yasmin Aga Khan to honor the memory of her mother, actress Rita Hayworth, the star-studded event was nothing less than inspiring in 2008. With no expense spared with the support of Rolex, the party raised millions of dollars. Since its inception, the Rita Hayworth Gala has succeeded in raising more than $50 million for the research and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Since Rolex has joined the team in 2003, the event has become one of the most profitable charitable nights of the calendar year.
Since the very beginning, Rolex has been known as a creator of luxury watches of the highest quality and precision, setting both endurance and performance records. Side by side with the very best watches, Rolex also has supported philanthropic causes since day one. In World War II, Hans Wilsdorf replaced the Rolex watches that had been stolen from British prisoners of war, allowing them to defer the cost until after the conflict. Wilsdorf had a entrepreneurial vision in both the business and the philanthropic worlds, believing his company could make the very best watches while helping to support charities and causes across the globe. Upon the death of his wife in 1944, Wilsdorf established the Hans Wildorf Foundation in which he left all of his Rolex shares. The establishment of the foundation would guarantee that a good percentage of the company’s future income would go to charity. The company is still owned by a private trust, and shares are not traded on any stock exchange. As a result, Rolex is a huge supporter of philanthropic events and charities.
The decision by Rolex to continue to underwrite the Rita Hayworth Gala in order to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association is a perfect example of Wilsdorf’s vision coming true. Princess Yasmin Aga Khan experienced the pain of the disease when her mother, one of the most celebrated stars of the 1940s, experienced an onset of Alzheimer’s disease extremely early in her life. Alzheimer’s Association-funded researchers have made great strides in diagnosis, treatment and interventions. If he were alive today, Hans Wildorf would be proud that Rolex is supporting such a worthy cause. Mind you, he also would be astounded by the continued innovation and quality of Rolex watches.
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Paris Hilton Chooses Rolex Over Her Personal Line Of Watches
Instead of promoting her own line of expensive wristwatches, Paris Hilton chooses to wear a Rolex wristwatch from her extensive Rolex collection. Together with watchmaker Pascal Savoy, Paris Hilton introduced a jeweled watch line at the Baselwood 2007 fair. Although she took initial photos wearing her watches, Paris refuses to wear the wristwatches out on the town. Whether the town is Hollywood or New York, Paris announced that she prefers wearing a classic timepiece like a Rolex. She would never abandon her Ladies’ Rolex.
To avoid being tacky, Paris Hilton chooses to wear a Rolex and not her own line of wristwatches and diamond jewelry. After all, Paris understands that Rolex and class practically are synonymous in High Society. As the Kern Valley Sun recently wrote: “Who are these “Rolex Cowboys”? According to the Animal Welfare Institute, among them are Paris Hilton . . . and other Forbes 400 trillionaires” (November 23, 2008). For a century, Rolex wristwatches have represented the height of quality and precision. As a socialite, Paris Hilton does her best to maintain a certain image. While she was dating Good Charlotte lead guitarist Benji Madden, Paris often was photographed with a Rolex Daydate on her wrist. She clearly was influenced by Benji’s passion for Rolex. In picture after picture, Benji could be seen wearing a Rolex wristwatch, including a Rolex Datejust and a Rolex Day Date Presidential.
To avoid being tacky, Paris Hilton chooses to wear a Rolex and not her own line of wristwatches and diamond jewelry. After all, Paris understands that Rolex and class practically are synonymous in High Society. As the Kern Valley Sun recently wrote: “Who are these “Rolex Cowboys”? According to the Animal Welfare Institute, among them are Paris Hilton . . . and other Forbes 400 trillionaires” (November 23, 2008). For a century, Rolex wristwatches have represented the height of quality and precision. As a socialite, Paris Hilton does her best to maintain a certain image. While she was dating Good Charlotte lead guitarist Benji Madden, Paris often was photographed with a Rolex Daydate on her wrist. She clearly was influenced by Benji’s passion for Rolex. In picture after picture, Benji could be seen wearing a Rolex wristwatch, including a Rolex Datejust and a Rolex Day Date Presidential.
Called a “marketing genius” by Hayden Panettiere (the star of Heroes), Paris has always understood the key role in fashion of diamond jewelery and expensive watches, and she knows Rolex is the height of fashion. Even in a tough economy, Paris refuses to let down her Rolex standards. In the Paris Hilton Biography on TV.com, the writer describes her laissez-faire attitude at the Baselwood Fair: “Paris was in town to promote her new line of watches. As well as forgetting where she was, she also admitted she snubs her own line of watches in favor of watches by Rolex”. Paris Hilton is a marketing and fashion force only to a certain point: No matter what is at stake, she rolls with her Rolex.
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Mark McGrath Has The Rolex Logo Tattooed On His Back
Singer-songwriter Mark McGrath of the hit band Sugar Ray is so passionate about his Rolex Submariner that he had the Rolex logo tattooed on his back. The former host of Extra TV from 2002 to 2008 and a guest judge on American Idol, Mark McGrath is a Hollywood party boy who truly enjoys the fruits of his fame. Whenever he is out on the town in Los Angeles, hitting the hottest clubs and the most exclusive parties, he is always wearing his Rolex Kermit. The Rolex Anniversary Submariner (16610LV) is known as the Rolex Kermit. In 2003, Rolex released the 50-year commemorative model with a unique green bezel and a redesigned dial. This popular model is the watch that Mark McGrath favors, although he also has been seen with a Rolex Datejust and a Rolex Explorer.
The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner is a line of watches manufactured by Rolex, designed for diving and known for their resistance to water. The first Submariner was introduced to the public in 1954 at the Swiss Watch Fair. Copied by other watchmakers, the Rolex Submariner is recognized as a classic, and one of the most widely recognized luxury products in the world. The luminous triangle at the 12 o’clock position on the Submariner was initially intended to be red, but red turns out to be the first wavelength to be lost underwater. As a result, the initial Rolex testers asked that it be made white instead. The codename for the Submariner while under development was Frogman. Thor Heyerdal, the Norwegian anthropologist, wore a Rolex Submariner in his 1970 Ra II sea expedition. Initially waterproof to 100 meters, the depth rating was increased to 200 meters in 1954, then to 300 meters in 1979. The first Submariner with a date complication was launched in 1969, along with the first gold model. In 1979, the Plexiglas crystal was replaced with the synthetic sapphire crystal still used today.
Still, no matter how impressive the Rolex Submariner is to both deep-sea divers and watch enthusiasts, Mark McGrath has taken his love of the Rolex Submariner to the next level. McGrath is very proud of his Irish heritage and displays it by sporting a four-leaf clover tattoo on his right wrist. Keeping with the Irish-green theme on his left wrist, is a Rolex “Kermit” Submariner. As a well-known celebrity tracker wrote about celebrities and luxury watches, “You devote the majority of your life creating some beautiful and mechanically significant piece of art - and then a public figure is photographed wearing your product. It has to make you feel good about your work. In the case of Mark McGrath, the lead signer of Sugar Ray, he is such a Patron of the Rolex brand that not only does he diligently wear his Rolex Kermit everywhere he goes - He had the brand logo tattooed on the side of his body…Talk about great advertising!” When it comes to Rolex watches and the dedication of Rolex enthusiasts, nothing really seems all that surprising.
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Lily Allen Rolls With Rolex and Records With Wiley
British pop sensation Lily Allen does not need British rap star Riley to ask her who has been wearing her Rolex because she is recording with him. The Sunday Mirror reported that Lily Allen wears multiple deluxe versions of the luxury watch, including a $95,000 dollar (Euro 75,000) Rolex Submariner that was given to her by New Look in 2007. Thanks to the success of the clothing line she designed for them, New Look presented Lily Allen with the super duper bling Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner in 18k gold and studded with diamonds. Single-handedly Lily Allen brought British pop music to its knees in 2007 with such catchy songs as “Smile” and “Alfie”. Her style and her songs are as spunky as Lily, who is noted for getting kicked out of 13 schools in her short 21 years of life. Accused of cultivating a gangster image, Allen seems to live her life by her own rules. Keeping with her gangster image, Lily also sports a gold Rolex Presidential watch.
Even more exciting, Lily Allen has collaborated with Wiley on the ‘Wearing My Rolex‘ man’s new album. “I always wanted to work with Lily since I heard ‘Alright, Still’,” Wiley told the paper. “It was weird ‘cos when I listened to it I used to sit there giggling thinking ‘this girl’s cool’. But then I realized she wasn’t just cool, she’d sold a million records. I respected her even more after that. The track we’ve done is a scorcher. This is the way I want to go. I want to push boundaries but I want to stay in the charts by making tunes that connect with people. It’s pop all the way from here.” Lily Allen has blamed her record company, EMI, for the delay of the release of her forthcoming second album, which is tentatively titled ‘Stuck On The Naughty Step’ which is now scheduled for a February release. The British like to think of her as Cindy Lauper 2.0, but in truth, she is a creation all her own, as precise and original as the Rolex watches she chooses to wear. Not only can the girl sing, but she has taste as well.
Wiley may still be wondering who is wearing his Rolex, but Lily Allen certainly knows her collection of Rolex watches is safe, and she might just let Wiley wear one for a while. Then again, Wiley certainly has his own problems lately. On November 2 2008, a fake BBC News Report was created and spread around the net claiming that Wiley had died. This rumor turned out to be false as on November 3 2008, Wiley’s My Space display name was ‘I AM NOT DEAD’. Luckily, Wiley is still kicking it and hanging with Lily Allen because they both make great music and they both love the bling of their luxury Rolex watches.
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Rolex Watches: Ladies Rolex Watches
Rolex is a leading name in the luxury watch industry. For over a century, the brand has been a distinguished symbol of performance and prestige. Nothing compares with wearing a Rolex in terms of creating a sense of class and prominence.With as many as twenty eight affiliates and more than four thousand super skilled watchmakers working from over one hundred countries, Rolex continues to expand its saga of achievement and innovation. These watches provide the ultimate style statement as an accessory. Rolex adds a touch of class to the wearer’s style, and is more than just a watch. Over 200 small and delicate parts put together by hand in more than a year, ensure that Rolex remains the epitome of precision in the watch industry.
And there is an old saying: “Diamonds are women’s best friend”. It is undeniable that women have always been very fond of gold and diamond accessories.That is the reason why women simply adore a ladies diamond watch. It not only helps a woman in keeping her time commitments, but also is a perfect accessory that she would love to cherish all her life.
If you are looking for a perfect gift for the most important lady in your life, be your wife or daughter or mother, there can be nothing better than Ladies Rolex Wrist Watch. It is the ultimate style statement, beautifully crafted in gold and diamonds. This timepiece is a true masterpiece that could cost you a fortune.
Perfection comes for a price and so do Rolex watches. To own a Rolex, you either have to be a celebrity or a millionaire. But hold your breath! Now, authentic pre-owned Rolex watches are available with Melrose Jewelers at wholesale rates, for both men and women. Now you can make her dreams come true without breaking the bank.
It is said that diamonds are women’s best friends…and when they come fitted in their watches; it’s like an icing on the cake. Rolex has a very large variety of ladies watches that you may give to the woman of your dreams… and impress her thoroughly.
Ladies Rolex Jewelry Watches are carefully crafted masterpieces that have been made to accentuate the beauty and sensuousness of a woman’s forearms. Delicately fitted diamonds on pure gold add to the speciality of these watches. The expertise of the watchmaker is evident from the complex designs that have been executed with such perfection.
The array of watches that can give your love life the most heady boost include:
* Ladies Rolex Super Presidents
* Ladies Rolex Presidents
* Ladies Rolex Datejusts
* Ladies Two Tone Jubilee Rolex Datejusts
* Ladies Stainless Steel Jubilee Rolex Datejusts
* Ladies Two Tone Oyster Rolex Datejust
With years of experience and worthy craftsmen, Melrose Jewelers presents you with the most exclusive preowned Rolex ladies watches. Their world renowned polishers ensure that each and every watch looks brand new. Next time you decide to give some thing to that one special lady in your life, give her Rolex, so that she feels nothing less than a star while keeping track of the time!
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Guy Ritchie Gives Madonna a $100,000 Rolex
Before their divorce in October, Guy Ritchie celebrated the 50th birthday of his wife Madonna by giving her a $100,00 vintage Rolex Masterpiece watch. At the huge party Guy Ritchie threw for Madonna in August, nobody knew the couple was on the verge of separating. In fact, they might not even have known that their marriage rapidly was coming to a close. As Central Park Gossip reported: “Superstar Madonna’s hubby Guy Ritchie has made sure his wife is on time for all her birthday appointments, he’s bought her a $100,000 Rolex watch to celebrate the day. The movie maker has reportedly bought the Material Girl an 18-karat gold and diamond-studded Rolex Masterpiece as a 50th birthday gift. A pal tells In Touch magazine, ‘She (Madonna) wanted it for a while, but she couldn’t bring herself to spend that much money on a watch.’ “
At the celebration, Guy Ritchie gushed about his wife in front of nearly a hundred well-wishers: “She looks better now that she ever had done. I’m so proud. I love her so much.” The party included cases of champagne and mounds of caviar with illusionist David Blaine performing card tricks for the guests. In Touch magazine had a different take on the party at the time, believing, “Guy picked up a $100,000 diamond-covered Rolex for Madonna, because nothing says “I love you” quite like marking a major age milestone with a device that measures the passage of time.”
Although the Rolex Masterpiece given to Madonna was not caught on camera, a similar piece pictured above recently was put up for sale at a major estate auction and described as follows: “The centerpiece item in the estate jewelry group is an original factory Rolex Masterpiece 18k white gold ladies’ watch, brand new in the box with papers, with factory diamond bracelet, factory diamond bezel and factory mother of pearl and diamond dial. It is the finest ladies’ watch Rolex makes. Very few are produced, and anyone lucky enough to find one would probably pay around $100,000.”
Madonna reportedly was thrilled by her beautiful Rolex Masterpiece, but the high of the party quickly sank into the depths of divorce. By the end of October 2008, the marriage of these two high profile celebrities was over and officially ended at a short proceeding in a London courtroom. Although Ritchie spent lavishly on his wife for her 50th birthday, including the $100,000 Rolex Masterpiece and a half million-dollar Bulgari necklace, he walked away from the marriage with a hefty seventy million dollar settlement. The remaining question is whether Madonna will wear her beautiful Rolex Masterpiece, or will she place it in a safe deposit box in order not to be reminded of her lost love?
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Eric Clapton’s 1971 “Albino” Rolex Daytona Sells For $505,000
Rolex is the new champion in the auction house, certifying the watch company’s legendary position as the creator of the highest quality wristwatches. On April 23, 2008, an ultra-rare 1971 “Albino” Rolex Daytona, formerly owned by rock n’ roll legend Eric Clapton, sold at Sotheby’s “Important Watches Auction” for $505,000 including buyer’s premium. Although it was expected to fetch $100,000-$150,000 by watch experts, the Rolex Daytona broke all records when it sold for over half a million dollars once the dust had settled.
Created by Rolex in 1971, the watch is nicknamed the “Albino” Daytona because the background and subsidiary dials are a monochrome silver color, in stark contrast to the normally contrasting dials of more common Rolex Daytonas. . It was a design that was not too popular, as the contrasting outlined sub-dials make for better visibility. If you look at the Rolex Daytona models today, they have no “Albino’s”. Basically, the watch was an unpopular variant of a popular model. Before the auction, the Rolex Daytona was not even expected to be in the top three of most expensive watches sold on that day. At this auction, the 6th most expensive watch sold was a “James Bond” Rolex Submariner from 1959, which brought in $211,000. The 2nd through 5th most expensive watches sold at this auction belonged to Pate Philippe and ranged from $217,000 to $445,000. At the Antiquorum’s recent $8.5 million Rolex auction, the top-priced timepiece sold for $248,000.
For years, Eric Clapton has been recognized as a major Rolex watch collector. The guitar legend’s personal collection is quite extensive, and Clapton even named his record collection of greatest hits, Timepieces. Still, nothing in Clapton’s collection compares in price to the 1971 Rolex “Albino” Daytona, which will now go down in history as the Rolex that shocked the refined world of high-priced auctions.
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Marilyn Monroe Give President John F. Kennedy A Gold Rolex
In October of 2005, a gold Rolex Day-Date, commonly known as a Rolex President, sold at the Alexander Auction House in Greenwich, Connecticut for $120,000 dollars, breaking the house record. A stunning watch indeed, it was the historical ambiguity of the watch’s origins that drove up the selling price.
Purportedly, the gold Rolex President was given to John F. Kennedy by the iconic Marilyn Monroe on the evening the actress famously serenaded him, singing a sultry rendition of “Happy Birthday to You” on May 19, 1962, at New York’s Madison Square Garden. Inscribed with the words, “Jack, with love as always from Marilyn, May 29th 1962”, the watch was sold with a poem entitled: “A heartfelt plea on your birthday,” typed in black on a paper disc placed at the bottom of the gold case containing the gift. The date on the inscription corresponds with Kennedy’s birthday. However, even after garnering an exorbitant price at auction, many experts still question whether the watch is a real piece of history or an elaborate fake.
According to the story, Marilyn Monroe gave the watch to Kenneth O’Donnell, Kennedy’s aid, on the night of the celebration. Widely accepted to be having an affair, the watch was a gift from Monroe to President Kennedy. When Kenneth O’Donnell passed the watch on to J.F.K., Kennedy told him to “get rid of it,” according to a note that was sold with the watch.
The Rolex was put up for auction in 2005 and was expected to sell for between $40,000 and $60,000, a gross underestimate considering the final selling price of $120,000. Bill Panagopulos, founder of the auction house, explained the huge discrepancy: “It’s the hardest thing I ever had to estimate, historic relics, especially when there is a hint of scandal attached, defy any attempt by an auctioneer to estimate their selling price.”
The biggest question, when considering the watch’s valuation, is whether it is actually authentic. Rather than being sold by the O’Donnell family, Panagopulos said the Rolex President had been brought to him by an English citizen, “who describes his family as being prominent pawnbrokers for the upper classes.” According to Panagopulos, the watch’s serial number and engraving are appropriate for the time, and the history of the watch was confirmed by a family member of Kennedy’s former aide.
An ornate design on the top lid of the round gold case containing the Rolex shows two doves “kissing.” In the bottom of the case, there is a round piece of paper printed with the poem from Marilyn to her alleged lover. Titled “A heartfelt plea on your birthday,” the poem reads, “Let lovers breathe their sighs/And roses bloom and music sound/Let passion burn on lips and eyes/And pleasures merry world go round/Let golden sunshine flood the sky/ and let me love/ or let me die!”
Overall, the Rolex and its accompanying notes represent a dramatic course of events that will always be shrouded in speculation. Marilyn Monroe’s death, by a mysterious drug overdose in August 1962, and President Kennedy’s assassination in November 1963, means that the truth may never be known. The aide, Kenneth O’Donnell, who was given the watch in the story, passed away in 1977, and his family refuses to comment on the gold Rolex and its historical validity. It seems that whether or not the tale is true, the anonymous buyer of this Rolex President will never regret the timeless sophistication of this watch and the intrigue of its origins.
Marilyn Monroe Give President John F. Kennedy A Gold Rolex
In October of 2005, a gold Rolex Day-Date, commonly known as a Rolex President, sold at the Alexander Auction House in Greenwich, Connecticut for $120,000 dollars, breaking the house record. A stunning watch indeed, it was the historical ambiguity of the watch’s origins that drove up the selling price.
Purportedly, the gold Rolex President was given to John F. Kennedy by the iconic Marilyn Monroe on the evening the actress famously serenaded him, singing a sultry rendition of “Happy Birthday to You” on May 19, 1962, at New York’s Madison Square Garden. Inscribed with the words, “Jack, with love as always from Marilyn, May 29th 1962”, the watch was sold with a poem entitled: “A heartfelt plea on your birthday,” typed in black on a paper disc placed at the bottom of the gold case containing the gift. The date on the inscription corresponds with Kennedy’s birthday. However, even after garnering an exorbitant price at auction, many experts still question whether the watch is a real piece of history or an elaborate fake.
According to the story, Marilyn Monroe gave the watch to Kenneth O’Donnell, Kennedy’s aid, on the night of the celebration. Widely accepted to be having an affair, the watch was a gift from Monroe to President Kennedy. When Kenneth O’Donnell passed the watch on to J.F.K., Kennedy told him to “get rid of it,” according to a note that was sold with the watch.
The Rolex was put up for auction in 2005 and was expected to sell for between $40,000 and $60,000, a gross underestimate considering the final selling price of $120,000. Bill Panagopulos, founder of the auction house, explained the huge discrepancy: “It’s the hardest thing I ever had to estimate, historic relics, especially when there is a hint of scandal attached, defy any attempt by an auctioneer to estimate their selling price.”
The biggest question, when considering the watch’s valuation, is whether it is actually authentic. Rather than being sold by the O’Donnell family, Panagopulos said the Rolex President had been brought to him by an English citizen, “who describes his family as being prominent pawnbrokers for the upper classes.” According to Panagopulos, the watch’s serial number and engraving are appropriate for the time, and the history of the watch was confirmed by a family member of Kennedy’s former aide.
An ornate design on the top lid of the round gold case containing the Rolex shows two doves “kissing.” In the bottom of the case, there is a round piece of paper printed with the poem from Marilyn to her alleged lover. Titled “A heartfelt plea on your birthday,” the poem reads, “Let lovers breathe their sighs/And roses bloom and music sound/Let passion burn on lips and eyes/And pleasures merry world go round/Let golden sunshine flood the sky/ and let me love/ or let me die!”
Overall, the Rolex and its accompanying notes represent a dramatic course of events that will always be shrouded in speculation. Marilyn Monroe’s death, by a mysterious drug overdose in August 1962, and President Kennedy’s assassination in November 1963, means that the truth may never be known. The aide, Kenneth O’Donnell, who was given the watch in the story, passed away in 1977, and his family refuses to comment on the gold Rolex and its historical validity. It seems that whether or not the tale is true, the anonymous buyer of this Rolex President will never regret the timeless sophistication of this watch and the intrigue of its origins.
Daniel Craig Rolex Watch
Daniel Craig chooses to wear a Rolex Submariner 6358, even to interviews for the new Bond film Quantum of Solace. When playing James Bond in the film, however, Daniel Craig wears an Omega. Now what exactly is going on here?With Quantum of Solace predicted to rake in over $60 million dollars on opening weekend, the producers of the new James Bond may not be worrying about the maverick approach of the new 007, Daniel Craig. Then again, maybe they should be listening to the wisdom of their chosen star and honor a great legacy.
Why is Daniel Craig a maverick? Although James Bond wears an Omega in the new films, Daniel Craig chooses to go against the grain of his producers and wears a classic Rolex Submariner 6358 to his interviews and in his personal life. Since Ian Fleming wrote in the original novels that his character James Bond wears a Rolex and Sean Connery always wore a Rolex Submariner 6358 in the early classic films, Daniel Craig pays tribute to these cultural icons by wearing a Rolex. At a recent GQ photo shoot, the entire wardrobe was styled for Daniel Craig, except for one key element: “Watch by Rolex, Craig’s own.”
In addition, at a recent Current.com interview, the writer described Daniel Craig’s entrance like this: “As 007 walks into the room, his charming smile breaks for a second – his right arm is dangling in two black slings. “My shoulder was at the doctor”, he jokes, offering his left hand (adorned with an old Rolex). “Sorry!” And The Daily Mail in the UK commented on the lifestyle choice of the new James Bond: “Daniel Craig owns a version of the original Rolex Submariner worn by Sean Connery in Dr No.”
Even if Omega named their new watch after James Bond and was willing to pay a bundle for the product placement, maybe the producers should respect the awareness shown by their star of the true legacy and history of their character. Throughout his time as 007, Sean Connery was equipped with the Rolex Submariner, which has just celebrated its 50th anniversary this year, and Ian Fleming clearly chose Rolex as the watch worn by his creation. “Daniel Craig likes to tell a story about his watch. It is a Rolex Submariner 6358, an exact replica of the one he remembers Sean Connery wearing in Goldfinger.” (Empire Magazine). Now is the time for the producers of James Bond to follow the lead of their star and honor the legacy of Ian Fleming and Sean Connery — Give 007 back his Rolex.
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