Vintage Rolex Ghost Bezels | Inside Watches Bob's Watches

Emily’s back with another edition of Inside Watches. Let’s talk Rolex ghost bezels. Shop: https://www.bobswatches.com/vintage-rolex-1.html NAVIGATE THIS VIDEO 00:00 INTRO 00:22 Rolex Ghost Bezel Overview 01:09 Value 01:51 OUTRO Shop the world’s largest selection of certified pre-owned Rolex watches: https://www.bobswatches.com/luxury-watches/ Ready to build a more valuable watch collection? Or, perhaps, just learn more about your favorite luxury watches? You’re in the right place. Emily shares the hottest tips, secrets, and other lesser-known facts about your favorite watches right here on the Bob’s Watches YouTube channel. Don’t miss out on future episodes. Make sure to like this video and subscribe to our channel to receive notifications for future videos just like this one. Today, we’re talking about a more unusual vintage Rolex defect, the ghost bezel. What is a ghost bezel? Is the ghost bezel valuable? Let’s find out! WHAT IS A GHOST BEZEL? The Rolex ghost bezel is distinguished by a significant fading in the color of the anodized aluminum insert. This defect is often the result of exposure to sun or saltwater, the age of the watch, and even everyday wear. As the color fades, it becomes washier and lighter, earning it the nickname “ghost” bezel. Rolex no longer uses aluminum for their bezels, only ceramic patented as “Cerachrom.” This improved material is significantly more resilient than aluminum and does not scratch, fade, or corrode as quickly ove