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Pearlmaster · 1990s to 2000s
“Pearlmaster 29”
Grade D · 46/100Today's call: Buy it to wear, not to flip
D: passion purchase. Ranked #161 of 164 references in The Crown Index vault.
| Original retail (2008) | $24,000 |
|---|---|
| Market today | $10,000 – $13,500 |
| Vs original retail | -51% |
| 1-year trend | +4% |
The smaller Pearlmaster: gold, factory diamonds, and the rounded five-link Pearlmaster bracelet, Rolex's most jewelry-like watch.
Like the 34mm Pearlmaster, it lost most of its retail price on resale, because the market will not pay back the cost of the stones.
The upside is for the wearer: a factory gem-set gold Rolex for about half its original price.
Liquidity is thin, so expect to negotiate when you buy and to wait when you sell.
Our verdict: D: a beautiful jewelry watch, not an investment. Buy it used and enjoy it.
| Sizes | 29mm |
|---|---|
| Case & bracelet material | 18k yellow gold, factory diamond bezel |
| Factory bracelet | Pearlmaster (five-link) |
| Factory bezels | Factory diamond-set 18k yellow gold |
| Notable dials | Mother of pearl diamond; Champagne diamond |
| Caliber | 2235 |
| Production | 1990s to 2000s (discontinued) |
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