Rolex Daytona 116528Y Tiger-Eye Diamond Edition · 18K YG · Factory Dial Base w/ Luxury Custom Diamond Bezel & Bracelet · Collector Condition SA

⭐ ROLEX DAYTONA 116528Y – “Tiger-Eye Luxury Diamond Edition”

A breathtaking reinterpretation of the legendary Daytona—reborn as a wearable sculpture of 18K yellow gold, natural diamonds, and hypnotic tiger-eye architectural motifs. This is not merely a watch; it is a bespoke luxury artifact designed to command presence, status, and absolute visual authority.

“Unrepeatable Works”

Some timepieces are produced.
Others are created—once—through a fusion of imagination, craftsmanship, and boldness.
This piece belongs to the latter category: a singular expression of beauty that elevates the Daytona into high jewellery horology.

DESCRIPTION

Presented here is a remarkable Rolex Daytona 116528Y, transformed into a high-luxury objet d’art through the marriage of Rolex’s 18K yellow gold architecture and an extraordinary custom diamond suite.

While the core identity of the Daytona remains unmistakable—the proportions, the symmetry, the legendary calibre—the piece has been elevated into a jewelled masterpiece that borders on sculpture. The tiger-eye motif dial creates a rhythmic interplay of gold, shadow, and curvature, echoing the organic geometry of precious stones. Surrounding it is a meticulously set natural diamond baguette & brilliant-cut bezel, creating a ring of refracted light that frames the dial with near-architectural presence.

The bracelet continues this visual dialogue: diamond-adorned central links mirror the bezel’s brilliance, producing a cohesive, high-impact aesthetic from every angle. The result is a Daytona that offers both horological legitimacy and artistic extravagance—a watch crafted for a collector who refuses to be ordinary.

This is a statement piece. A conversation starter. A trophy of personal identity.
Well preserved under SA-ranked condition, it has minimal handling signs and maintains its powerful charisma and structural integrity.

In the world of custom-luxury Rolex, few executions achieve this level of harmony, sophistication, and wearable glamour.

HIGHLIGHTS & FEATURES

• Reference: Rolex Daytona 116528Y
• 18K Yellow Gold case & bracelet
• Tiger-eye style luxury custom dial
• Custom natural diamond bezel (baguette + brilliant)
• Diamond-set bracelet links
• Automatic movement (Rolex calibre)
• High visual impact, high-luxury reinterpretation
• Condition Rank: SA (near-unused aesthetic condition)
• A singular, artistic execution of the Daytona platform

ITEM DETAILS

Model: Daytona 116528Y
Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: Custom Tiger-Eye Pattern (High Luxury)
Bezel: Custom Diamond Baguette & Brilliant
Bracelet: 18K YG with diamond-set elements
Movement: Automatic
Case Size: Approx. 40mm
Condition: SA (Exceptional)
Inclusions: As shown in listing
Category: High-luxury custom Rolex piece

CONDITION REPORT

Dial — Immaculate presentation; no visible surface wear; pattern and finishing remain crisp and vivid.
Case — Excellent, near-unused aesthetic state with no noticeable dents; gold preserves its natural luster.
Bezel — Custom diamond bezel in exceptional condition; stones secure, aligned, and uniform in brilliance.
Bracelet — Strong structural integrity; diamond-set links clean and securely mounted.
Crown & Pushers — Functionally smooth; no tactile resistance anomalies.
Crystal — Clear; no chips or significant abrasions.
Movement — Operational; timekeeping condition aligns with SA-grade expectations (no COSC guarantee implied).
Accessories — As shown in photos.

7️⃣ WHY COLLECTORS WANT THIS PIECE

• It blends Rolex’s iconic Daytona silhouette with bespoke luxury craftsmanship rarely executed at this level.
• The tiger-eye motif dial provides a unique, almost hypnotic aesthetic identity.
• Diamond bezel + bracelet create an immediate high-luxury presence suitable for collectors of statement pieces.
• SA condition places it in the top preservation tier for custom luxury watches.
• Custom high-jewellery Daytons are increasingly sought after in Hollywood, Dubai, HK, and Manila markets.

BRAND HERITAGE

Rolex stands as the definitive benchmark of precision luxury—synonymous with durability, prestige, and design permanence. The Daytona line in particular represents the pinnacle of Rolex’s chronograph engineering, continuously sought after by collectors worldwide. This custom high-luxury interpretation preserves the mechanical integrity of the Daytona while elevating it into the realm of wearable art.

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