Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch dials feature different colors and gem materials such as Meteorite, Mother of Pearl, Lapis, Onyx and Lilac Stone. Learn a brief history and how to differentiate between the Oyster Case and the Oyster Perpetual models.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual – A Brief History

The “Oyster” case was developed by Rolex in 1926 as the world’s first waterproof case for a wristwatch. Oftentimes, consumers will confuse Rolex Oyster as a model itself however, it’s simply a water-resistant case meant to keep the movement safe from damage. For example, you can find ”Oyster Perpetual” on the dial of a Rolex Datejust, but the model is ”Datejust”.

In 1933, the Rolex Oyster Perpetual was released as the first self-winding wristwatch with a new automatic movement. The word “Perpetual” means ongoing or never-ending, therefore as you wear the watch, it continues to tick year after year.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Watch Dials to Love

Red Vignette Dial

Rolex President 18K Ladies Watch with Factory Red Vignette Dial-79138
Elegance and class are the epitome of this watch! It features a factory red vignette dial with diamond hour markers, an 18K yellow gold case with a factory diamond bezel (26mm diameter), and an 18K yellow gold hidden-clasp President bracelet.

Blue Vignette Dial

Rolex Datejust 18K Watch with Blue Vignette Dial-16018
This mesmerizing watch features a very rare factory blue vignette diamond dial, an 18K yellow gold case and fluted bezel, and a blue leather strap with a Tang buckle.

Meteorite Dial

Rolex President Day-Date 18K Rose Gold Watch with Meteorite Diamond Dial-118205
Make an impact with this Rolex President Day-Date watch featuring a factory meteorite diamond dial, an 18K rose gold case and smooth bezel (36mm diameter), and an 18K rose gold President bracelet with a deployant clasp.

Mother of Pearl Dial

Rolex President Day-Date 18K Watch with Mother of Pearl Dial-18348
Holy Mother of Pearl! This President Day-Date features a factory Mother of Pearl dial with diamond hour markers, an 18K yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel (36mm diameter), and an 18K yellow gold hidden-clasp President bracelet.

Lapis Dial

Rolex President Day-Date 18K Watch with Lapis Dial -118238
Dive into the blue with this Rolex President Day-Date Men’s Watch featuring a very rare and unusual factory lapis diamond dial. The watch is finished with an 18K yellow gold case and fluted bezel, and an 18K yellow gold hidden-clasp President bracelet.

Onyx Dial

Rolex Datejust 18K Watch with Onyx Dial-16018
We love the simple elegance of this Rolex Datejust watch with its factory onyx dial, 18K yellow gold case and fluted bezel, and a blue leather strap and Tang buckle.

Rolex President Day-Date 18K Watch with Factory Onyx Dial-18349
Onyx and diamond make a perfect pairing! This President Day-Date features a very rare factory onyx dial with diamond Arabic hour markers at 6 o’clock and 9 o’clock. The case is set in 18K yellow gold with a factory diamond bezel (36mm diameter), and a hidden-clasp President bracelet set in 18K yellow gold.

Rolex President Day-Date 18K Watch with Lilac Stone Carousel Diamond Dial-118238
Brighten your day with this automatic winding watch featuring a genuine lilac stone carousel diamond dial with an 18K yellow gold case with fluted bezel (36mm diameter), and 18K yellow gold hidden-clasp President bracelet.

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