Real Rolex Serial Numbers. These numbers help to determine the year or batch that the watch was made. Up until the end of 1972 the quarter of manufacture and year could also be found stamped inside the case back eg iii 65 for 3rd quarter of 1965.
Model and serial number rolex watches have a sealed back case. The rolex serial number of a watch is stamped between the lower lugs where the bracelet is held in place. One of the many special aspects of a rolex watch is the unique five to eight digit serial number on each timepiece.
From mid 1987 through the fall of 2009 the serial number contains an easy to understand date code.
Model and serial number rolex watches have a sealed back case. Rolex has been placing serial numbers on their watches since the beginning. As mentioned with the help of your rolex serial number you can find the approximate year of your rolex watch. Just about every rolex watch ever produced has some sort of identification or serial number placed on it.