Drake with a Rolex Daytona featuring an emerald-colored green dial

Rapper Drake is wearing a 40mm Rolex Cosmograph Daytona in 18k yellow gold, featuring an emerald-colored green dial on a gold oyster bracelet. Released in 2016 at Baselworld, it has become one of the most sought-after Rolex models ever. 

The retail price is around 43,000.00 USD, but it is hard to find under USD 100,000.00 on the secondary market.

Overall Review

The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona is unquestionably among the most famous timepiece models available. While Daytona lovers have definite preferences, one particular model has recently made headlines, the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona ref 116508-0013 in 18k yellow gold, featuring an emerald-colored green dial. 

The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona reference 116508-0013 Green Dial was introduced at Basel world in 2016. Its introduction was alongside the highly sought-after stainless steel Cerachrom bezel Daytona. However, what distinguishes this Rolex model from the others and accounts for the piece’s high demand is the gorgeous green dial contained within the 40mm casing.

The 40mm Rolex Cosmograph Daytona is constructed entirely of 18k gold and features a deep racing green face with 18k yellow gold indexes and hour markings. The inscription “Daytona” is likewise red and sits on the internal rings of the Chrono sub-dials as well as the hour indicators. 

The emerald dial sticks out amid Rolex’s collection of green pieces as well as among the black or champagne-toned golden Rolex Daytona wristwatches. The dark hue and sunburst polish produce a beautiful look that echoes British racetrack green as well as pine trees.

The dial, which Rolex describes as “bright green,” really exhibits a variety of distinct appearances based on the watch’s light. With this Rolex Cosmograph Daytona, one virtually gets two watches within one piece. This is because it is almost black and subtle in gloomy surroundings yet vivid and exciting in more sunny and bright environments.

Inside, the Rolex caliber 4130 automated chronograph mechanism keeps time. It operates at 4Hz and has a power reserve of up to 72 hours compared to the preceding calibers’ 50 hours. Besides, it offers Rolex’s present norm of +2/-2 seconds accuracy in a day. All of this is contained within a 40mm casing that is waterproof to 100 meters.

In addition, this 40mm Rolex Cosmograph Daytona yellow gold features an oyster bracelet with an 18ct yellow gold bezel, including an etched tachymetric scale. The beautifully carved yellow gold features inside its dial counters. The contrast between the links of its Oyster bracelet adds the right touch of elegance and sophistication to either feminine or masculine wrists. 

Overall, the green dial Daytona, seen on John Mayer’s and Jonah Hill’s wrists, has become a favorite trendy piece, with a long waiting list. John, who refers to it as “a sleeper smash,” bought it when few buyers were interested and saw its ability to become the next holy timepiece. 

Indeed, this Rolex Cosmograph Daytona in 18k yellow gold is a timepiece that most collectors are eager to have their hands on. This is because of the increased demand as well as the limited supply.

Watch reference: 116508-0013

Photo: Drake Aubrey Graham