Rolex Daytona Ref. 116503 - White mother of pearl & diamonds
Today, as always, we go beyond the mere listing of specifications to unfold the mysteries of why a design or a particular configuration of a Rolex model is so special. At times it is easy to sense but difficult to explain – a duty we are only so happy to fulfill. As such, this time around we are looking at one truly very special Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona with a Rolesor exterior and the addition of a remarkable mother of pearl dial and diamond indices.
The term "Rolesor" is used to refer to Rolex timepieces that combine Oystersteel with 18ct gold in their construction – in this instance, that means a bezel, screw-down security pushers and crown, as well as the Oyster bracelet's center links coming in 18ct yellow gold, while the outer links and the case's middle section and back are made from Oystersteel.
We have discussed the history and numerous special aspects of the Cosmograph Daytona a good number of times, and so we shall refrain from doing so again. Instead, we shall look at the magical combination that this particular piece, available at the Petite Geneve Petrovic boutique in Budapest.
It was but a few years ago that the two-tone look, the steel-gold combination was rather more frowned upon, or at least largely disregarded by the greater watch loving communities. However, as '80s inspired trends are making a big come-back in fashion and pop culture in general, coincidentally, two-tone watches have quickly begun to gain the attention and appreciation that they so very much deserve.
The two-tone, i.e. Rolesor look, provides an inimitable flair that is impossible to replicate: it combines the everyday wearability and casual versatility of Oystersteel with the glamour and luxurious feel that only precious metals can emit. It is a sensible combination too: we can assure you, it won't take long before you are absolutely enthralled by the ease with which Rolesor adapts to any setting. Dressed up or down, it will spice up a regular day as much as it will complement the most formal occasion.
How this particular piece is rendered all the more exciting is with the use of a special and rare Rolex dial: a mother of pearl base carries eight brilliant diamonds set in 18ct yellow gold, as well as yellow gold numerals and, of course, the Rolex Crown at the 12 o'clock position. Mother of pearl comes with its very own particularity: on this very piece it has the distinct appearance of the innocuous cloudy skies, as though the gold-outlined sub-dials, indices and beautifully legible hands were floating in the open skies.
As the light changes so doesthe pearl dial, as it is quick to show a very different face: the purple, green, blue and even red colors hidden inside the pearl come alive, with the brighter and darker areas also becoming more distinct. Really it is an endlessly fascinating and entertaining sight that renders this already timeless design forever entertaining.
Crisp, black prints, applied 18ct yellow gold elements and 8 brilliant-cut diamonds pose over a special mother of pearl dial on this Cosmograph Daytona, available in our Rolex Petite Geneve Petrovic boutique in Budapest
Under this magnificent dial lies a magnificent mechanical heart: the Rolex Caliber 4130, designed and produced in-house by Rolex. Boasting a 72-hour power reserve, the 4130 is yet another Rolex Caliber that serves as a hallmark of exceptional functionality and dependability.
We would be delighted to assist you with finding a special Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona in our Rolex Petite Geneve Petrovic boutiques in Budapest, Belgrade and Porto Montenegro.
