An orphan at the age of 12, with nothing other than his determination to help him overcome challenges, Hans Wilsdorf went on to invent the world's first waterproof self-winding wristwatch with a Perpetual rotor – a watch that has become a benchmark in terms of quality and prestige.
How much is Rolex watch in Germany?
According to list prices, most models cost between 5,000 and 35,000 euros: a Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31 costs around 5,000 euros, while the cost of a Rolex Day-Date 40 is around 35,000 euros.
How much did a Rolex cost in 1970?
Year Price Price w/ Inflation
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Early 1950s $150 $1,248
Early 1970s $230 $1,422
1980 $950 $2,887
1988 $1,450 $2,928