Can I sell my vintage ladies Rolex without box and papers?

Absolutely. We buy vintage Lady-Datejust, Datejust, and Oyster Perpetual references (69173, 69174, 69178, 6917, 6517, 67193) daily on a watch-only basis. While full sets command a premium, a correct, unpolished watch with original dial and bracelet still achieves 75–85% of full-set value. Our quote reflects the exact configuration you have.

How do you verify my Rolex serial number and value?

We cross-reference the serial (between lugs at 6 o'clock) and reference (at 12 o'clock) against Rolex production databases to confirm manufacture year, case material, and original specification. Our horologist then bench-tests the movement (amplitude, beat error, rate), checks for correct hands, crown, crystal, and bracelet end-links, and compares dial/bezel variants against known factory configurations for that reference.

Is my vintage ladies Rolex insured during transit in the UK?

Yes. Every collection uses Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed (insured to £20,000) or Brinks/Loomis armoured courier (insured to £50,000+). You receive a pre-paid, tamper-evident security wallet with tracking. Coverage is door-to-door from your address to our vault — at zero cost to you. If your watch exceeds £50k, we arrange bespoke Lloyd's of London transit cover.

Do you buy pre-owned ladies Rolex watches with aftermarket diamond bezels or dials?

We evaluate each piece individually. Factory-set diamonds (e.g. 69178 with original diamond bezel/dial) receive full premium. Aftermarket modifications typically reduce value to metal weight plus movement scrap unless the work is of exceptional jewellery grade. We will advise honestly — if the aftermarket work adds collector appeal, we pay accordingly; if not, we base the offer on the underlying vintage Rolex.

What is the difference in value between a 69173 and 69174 Lady-Datejust?

The 69173 (Yellow Rolesor: steel + 18K yellow gold) typically trades 10–15% higher than the 69174 (White Rolesor: steel + 18K white gold fluted bezel) due to stronger UK demand for two-tone yellow gold. Both use Calibre 2135 and share the 26mm Oyster case. Champagne or diamond dials narrow the gap; white gold bezels on 69174 show wear more readily, so unpolished examples are especially valuable.

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Get a guaranteed, no-obligation quote for your vintage Lady-Datejust, Oyster Perpetual or Date reference in under 60 seconds. We offer fully insured Royal Mail Special Delivery or armoured courier collection, with same-day GBP faster payments direct to your UK bank account.

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Lady-Datejust 26mm Two-Tone (Steel & Yellow Gold) Jubilee

Ref. 69173

Estimated Cash Payout Range:

£4,280 – £5,800

Official UK RRP:£4,850 (Historical)•Set Bonus:+£400 to +£800

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Reference	Model & Specification	Official UK RRP	Direct Cash Payout (GBP)	Box & Papers Bonus	Instant Offer
Ref. 69173	Lady-Datejust 26mm Two-Tone (Steel & Yellow Gold) JubileeGold	£4,850 (Historical)	£3,800 - £5,200	+£400 to +£800	Sell Ref →
Ref. 69174	Lady-Datejust 26mm White Rolesor (Steel & White Gold)Gold	£4,600 (Historical)	£3,200 - £4,600	+£350 to +£700	Sell Ref →
Ref. 69178	Lady-Datejust 26mm 18K Yellow Gold PresidentGold	£11,200 (Historical)	£6,800 - £9,200	+£800 to +£1,500	Sell Ref →
Ref. 6917	Datejust 26mm 18K Yellow Gold (Acrylic Crystal)Gold	£3,900 (Historical)	£3,200 - £6,500	+£500 to +£1,200	Sell Ref →
Ref. 6517	Oyster Perpetual Date 26mm Stainless Steel (Manual Wind)	£1,850 (Historical)	£1,900 - £3,200	+£300 to +£600	Sell Ref →
Ref. 67193	Oyster Perpetual 24mm Two-Tone (Steel & Yellow Gold)Gold	£2,950 (Historical)	£2,200 - £4,000	+£350 to +£750	Sell Ref →

Ref. 69173RRP: £4,850 (Historical)

Lady-Datejust 26mm Two-Tone (Steel & Yellow Gold) Jubilee

Direct Cash Payout:£3,800 - £5,200

Box & Papers Bonus:+£400 to +£800

Sell Ref. 69173 →

Ref. 69174RRP: £4,600 (Historical)

Lady-Datejust 26mm White Rolesor (Steel & White Gold)

Direct Cash Payout:£3,200 - £4,600

Box & Papers Bonus:+£350 to +£700

Sell Ref. 69174 →

Ref. 69178RRP: £11,200 (Historical)

Lady-Datejust 26mm 18K Yellow Gold President

Direct Cash Payout:£6,800 - £9,200

Box & Papers Bonus:+£800 to +£1,500

Sell Ref. 69178 →

Ref. 6917RRP: £3,900 (Historical)

Datejust 26mm 18K Yellow Gold (Acrylic Crystal)

Direct Cash Payout:£3,200 - £6,500

Box & Papers Bonus:+£500 to +£1,200

Sell Ref. 6917 →

Ref. 6517RRP: £1,850 (Historical)

Oyster Perpetual Date 26mm Stainless Steel (Manual Wind)

Direct Cash Payout:£1,900 - £3,200

Box & Papers Bonus:+£300 to +£600

Sell Ref. 6517 →

Ref. 67193RRP: £2,950 (Historical)

Oyster Perpetual 24mm Two-Tone (Steel & Yellow Gold)

Direct Cash Payout:£2,200 - £4,000

Box & Papers Bonus:+£350 to +£750

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Horology Appraisal Factors

What Determines Your Vintage Ladies Rolex Cash Value?

Our certified WOSTEP & Rolex-trained watchmakers evaluate three core pillars to calculate the absolute highest market valuation for your timepiece.

Provenance & Documentation

Box, Warranty Card & Hang Tags

A complete vintage set (green box, punched warranty card, hang tags, anchor) adds 12–18% to the payout for references like the 69178 and 6917. For 1980s–90s models (69173/69174), the original leatherette wallet and booklets are highly prized by collectors and increase our offer by £400–£800.

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Case Condition & Finish

Case Condition & Unpolished Lugs

Vintage 26mm cases (refs 69173, 69174, 69178) with sharp, unpolished lug bevels and factory-finished flanks command a 10–15% premium. Over-polished cases lose the distinctive Rolex 'chamfer' and reduce the cash offer significantly — we pay more for honest wear than refinished metal.

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Dial Rarity & Originality

Dial & Bezel Variations

Factory diamond dials (69173, 69178), 'Tapestry' or 'Pinstripe' champagne dials, and rare 'Stella' lacquer dials on ref 6917 can add £1,000–£3,000+. Original fluted bezels on gold models (69178, 6917) must be unworn; diamond bezels on 69178 President models are a major value driver when factory-set.

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Submit your reference number (e.g. 69173, 69178), serial, photos of case, dial, bracelet clasp, and any box/papers. Our vintage specialists return a firm GBP quote within 30 minutes during UK business hours — no generic ranges, a real cash figure.

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We arrange Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1pm (insured to £20k) or Brinks/Loomis armoured courier (insured to £50k+) at your home or office. Alternatively, visit our discrete Mayfair or Hatton Garden valuation suites by appointment — no walk-ins, total privacy.

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Our in-house CW21-certified watchmaker verifies authenticity, movement health (Cal. 2135/2030/3035), case integrity, and originality. Upon confirmation, funds hit your UK bank via Faster Payments within 2 hours — no cheques, no waiting periods, no deductions.

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Compare your financial return, settlement speed, and commission costs across popular UK selling methods.

Selling Route	Payout Speed	Commission & Fees	Net Cash Realised
Direct Cash Buyout (Us)Recommended • Highest Return	Same-Day Faster Payments	0% Fees	82%–90% Market Value
High-Street Pawnbroker	Same Day	High Interest / Lowball Offer	45%–60% Market Value
Auction / Consignment	4 to 12 Weeks	15%–25% Seller Fee + VAT	70%–78% Market Value

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Payout Speed:Same-Day Faster Payments

Commission:0% Fees

Net Return:82%–90% Market Value

High-Street Pawnbroker

Payout Speed:Same Day

Commission:High Interest / Lowball Offer

Net Return:45%–60% Market Value

Auction / Consignment

Payout Speed:4 to 12 Weeks

Commission:15%–25% Seller Fee + VAT

Net Return:70%–78% Market Value

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