How do I certify my Rolex?

Consider Getting Your Rolex Serviced & Guaranteed by Authorized Service. As mentioned above, you can get your watch serviced and authenticated by a certified Rolex watch center. They can issue you a service guarantee card, which is the next best thing to original papers.

How much does it cost to certify a Rolex watch?

The fees for authentication are S$280 for all brands and S$190 for all modern stainless steel Rolex produced after 1990s. If you need the condition of the watch to be assessed with digital print-out from our timing instruments, the additional fee is S$50.

How do you authenticate a Rolex before buying it?

On an authentic Rolex, the second hand will move in tiny ticks which appear smooth at a glance. The seconds hand should glide around the face of the watch without pause. However, on a fake, you're likely to see the second-hand tick along, stuttering its way around the face with every second that goes by.

Can you have a Rolex authenticated?

The details you require may be etched into the specific part of the casing. Based on the year of manufacture, the model and serial numbers can also be etched in other parts of the watch. If you have the details, you can double-check them with Rolex.

Can you verify a Rolex serial number?

Every Rolex is engraved with a unique serial number. This indicates what year the watch was made, and can be used to authenticate and value the timepiece. To find out your Rolex's manufacture date, simply search its unique serial number in our Rolex serial number database below.

How to authenticate and price a Rolex Watch

Do you need papers for a Rolex?

A legal document isn't required for transferring ownership. However, sales receipts and watch documents do help in verifying authenticity and legal ownership. But, a network of dealers transfer many Rolex watches within the secondary market. The watches are in fact authentic and the dealers legally own them.

Will a Rolex dealer verify authenticity?

However, the brand is reportedly known to have refined its methodology in this respect. They muddled the serial numbers in the new Rolex productions. And, only a professional Rolex dealer can help you to date them & verify the authenticity of the Rolex serial number.

Where can I find the serial number on my Rolex?

In order to find your Rolex serial number, look on the side of the case between the lugs. These will be found behind the bracelet by the 6 o'clock area. By noting what this 4-8 digit number is that's engraved on every watch by Rolex, it can be determined what the production date is.

Do all Rolex have serial numbers?

Every Rolex watch that comes out of the factory is designated with its own serial number. As a result, each Rolex serial number is unique (there are exceptions, as we'll see shortly). So in theory, a Rolex serial number can tell you what year (approximately) the watch was made in.

How do you authenticate a watch?

Serial No: If the watch is authentic, the serial number on the watch case and bracelet should be exactly similar. Tally these numbers to differentiate between a real and counterfeit watch. Sometimes, the serial number is also placed on a sticker behind the dial of the watch, so you may want to check there as well.

Can Rolex warranty card be faked?

Today, Rolex watches are at the peak of their demand and their secondary market prices are simply out of control. With that being said, I've noticed that the number of fake/counterfeit Rolex Warranty Cards out there has also skyrocketed.

How much does it cost to get a watch authenticated?

We charge $100 for the verbal authentication, or for an additional $50, we provide a letter with the watch reference details and condition report for personal records and insurance records. This letter will be emailed to you within one business day. You do not need to make an appointment for this service.

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How much do Rolex charge for a service?

How much does it cost to service a Rolex? It costs around $800 to service a Rolex. A normal Rolex overhaul ranges from $600 to $1000 and will vary depending on your model, its condition and the type of service needed. Many factors come into play when it comes to the maintenance cost of a Rolex.

Can I sell a Rolex I found?

So to elaborate on the actual question, yes, you can sell your Rolex without the original papers, but almost certainly, you will get less money for it compared to if you would have the original papers. The ideal is of course that you have the box, papers, manual, and other original accessories.

Does Rolex stamped 18K?

Rolex President bracelets are stamped with hallmarks and other markings including Rolex logo, Geneve, Swiss Made, 18K, bracelet reference number etc on the inside of the folding clasp, as shown below. On the counterfeit bracelet you will notice how marks and markings lose their detail when viewed under magnification.

Can a stolen Rolex be traced?

We're here to help - Can Rolex watches be traced? Yes, they can. And, we want to encourage you to take the following steps to protect your Rolex.

How much do papers add to the value of a Rolex?

As a general rule, box and papers will add roughly 25% to the value of a watch.

Can you sell watch without papers?

Can You Sell Watches Without Box And Papers? Absolutely. Not everybody has the box and papers, as over time they might get lost or not be in a presentable condition.

Is it safe to sell Rolex on eBay?

Provide Proof of Authenticity

Although you know that your Rolex is authentic, unfortunately the market is flooded with replicas and many of them are extremely well made. Of course, eBay do not want replica Rolex sellers on their platform and customers do not want to pay Rolex prices for a fake watch.

How long does eBay authentication take for watches?

An authentication partner will inspect the watch within two business days after they receive it. Following inspection, the item will be shipped to the buyer with 2-day secure delivery including signature confirmation.

How do I ship to eBay authenticator?

Here's how it works as a seller:

The first step is to check if your item is eligible to be sold on eBay Authenticate by entering the brand, item type, and condition. If your item is eligible, you can then send it into eBay for authentication using a prepaid shipping label.

How do I activate my Rolex warranty?

If a retailer has an issue with this phone, they must send it back to Rolex. The activation process of the warranty is simple. The official retailer simply holds the card against the screen, or “sweeps” it over the screen, and then the screen will indicate when it has been successfully activated.