Offered for sale is a spectacular Rolex Submariner Date ref. 126618LB, dating from 2023, presented in solid 18k yellow gold with the iconic combination of a royal blue dial and blue Cerachrom bezel.

Few Rolex configurations are as instantly recognisable as the combination of yellow gold and blue, and the 126618LB brings this classic pairing to one of Rolex’s most iconic professional dive watches.

The 41mm Oyster case is crafted entirely from 18k yellow gold and is complemented by a matching 18k yellow gold Oyster bracelet, creating an unmistakable presence on the wrist. The rich blue dial is paired with a unidirectional blue Cerachrom bezel, providing a striking contrast against the warmth of the precious metal.

At the heart of the watch is Rolex’s in-house Calibre 3235, offering approximately 70 hours of power reserve and the precision and reliability expected from the modern Submariner Date.

This particular 2023 example is presented in good-as-new condition, with some of its original factory protective stickers still present on the case and clasp. It is supplied as a full set, making it an especially attractive example for collectors and enthusiasts looking for a modern solid-gold Submariner in exceptional condition.

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Key Features

Reference: 126618LB

Year: 2023

Case: 41mm, 18k yellow gold

Dial: Royal blue

Bezel: Blue Cerachrom ceramic, unidirectional

Movement: Rolex Calibre 3235, in-house automatic

Power Reserve: Approximately 70 hours

Bracelet: Original 18k yellow gold Oyster bracelet

Clasp: Oysterlock with Glidelock extension system

Crystal: Sapphire crystal with Cyclops date magnifier

Water Resistance: 300 metres (1,000 feet)

Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date, diving bezel

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Condition

Good-as-new condition

Exceptionally well preserved

Some original factory protective stickers remain on the case and clasp

Case, bracelet, bezel, crystal, and dial remain beautifully preserved

No significant signs of wear

Mechanically running perfectly

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Set

Full set

Original Rolex presentation box

Original Rolex papers

Original accessories as supplied

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Notes

The Rolex Submariner has been the benchmark for luxury dive watches for generations, combining professional underwater capability with a design that has become one of the most recognisable in the world of horology.

The 126618LB takes this iconic formula to its most luxurious expression, pairing the robust character of the Submariner with a case and bracelet crafted entirely from 18k yellow gold.

The combination of the royal blue dial and blue Cerachrom bezel is particularly distinctive. Set against the rich warmth of yellow gold, the blue elements create a bold yet sophisticated aesthetic that has become one of Rolex’s most celebrated precious-metal configurations.

The 41mm case gives the watch a strong modern presence, while the Oyster bracelet and Glidelock clasp provide the practicality and adjustability expected from a contemporary Submariner.

This example is particularly attractive thanks to its 2023 production, full-set configuration, good-as-new condition, and remaining factory protective stickers on the case and clasp — details that underline how carefully the watch has been preserved.

A magnificent example of the modern Submariner Date, combining 18k yellow gold, Rolex’s signature blue colourway, professional 300-metre water resistance, and exceptional contemporary Rolex craftsmanship.

Blue and yellow gold at its most iconic — the Submariner Date 126618LB.