Fischer XRF Au750 (75.0%) & Mettler-Toledo Gravimetric Verification
The Rolex Yacht-Master 42 18K White Gold Reference 226659 is a Monte-Carlo registered luxury timepiece crafted in 18K White Gold Au750 (42.0 mm x 11.7 mm) with a verified Mettler-Toledo analytical weight of 170.0g, powered by Rolex Manufacture Cal. 3235 - 70h Power Reserve beating at 28,800 vph (+0.6 s/d, 301 deg) with a 72-hour power reserve, double anti-reflective sapphire crystal, and 100m / 330 ft - Triplock Screw-Down water resistance.
| Entity, Maison & Official Reference | Rolex — Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 42 | Ref. 226659 | SKU: MC-AU750-226659-W752 |
|---|---|
| Precious Metal Alloy & XRF Purity | 18K White Gold Au750 — Au750 — 75.0% Pure 18K Gold Bullion (XRF Verified) • Hallmarked Solid Precious Metal |
| Verified Total Mass (Mettler-Toledo Scale) | 170.0g — 1:1 Authentic Reference Mass Verified on Mettler-Toledo Analytical Scale |
| Bezel Architecture & Gem-Setting Spec | Hand-Finished 18K White Gold Bezel with Anti-Reflective Scratch-Resistant Sapphire Crystal • 170.0g 18K White Gold • 42.0 mm x 11.7 mm |
| Swiss Super Clone Movement Calibre | Rolex Manufacture Cal. 3235 - 70h Power Reserve — Swiss Super Clone Mechanical Calibre Regulated to +0.6 s/d, 301 deg |
| Power Reserve & Oscillation Frequency | 72-Hour Power Reserve • 28,800 vph (4 Hz) Free-Sprung Balance Wheel |
| Double AR Sapphire Crystal & Water Resistance | Scratch-Resistant Sapphire Crystal with Double Anti-Reflective Coating • 100m / 330 ft - Triplock Screw-Down |
| Dial Finishing & Hallmarked Bracelet Clasp | 42.0 mm x 11.7 mm • Hand-Finished Collector Dial with Solid 18K Gold Applied Hour Markers & Hands • Oysterflex High-Performance Elastomer Strap with Solid 18K White Gold Oysterlock Folding Safety Clasp |
Recorded in our Monte-Carlo solid 18K gold Rolex register, the Rolex Yacht-Master 42 18K White Gold Reference 226659 unites authentic Geneva proportions (42.0 mm x 11.7 mm) with a certified 18K White Gold Au750 mass of 170.0g. Every detail of the Hand-Finished Collector Dial with Solid 18K Gold Applied Hour Markers & Hands, Hand-Finished 18K White Gold Bezel with Anti-Reflective Scratch-Resistant Sapphire Crystal, and hallmarked clasp is verified under our Fischer XRF Au750 and Mettler-Toledo laboratory protocol.
5 Core Horological & Metallurgical Specifications:
- Registered Entity & Ref: Rolex Yacht-Master 42 18K White Gold — Official Reference 226659 (SKU: MC-AU750-226659-W752).
- Precious Metal Alloy: 18K White Gold Au750 with deep mechanical hallmarking and 5-axis Swiss CNC case finishing.
- Verified Reference Mass: 170.0g confirmed on our Monte-Carlo showroom Mettler-Toledo analytical balance.
- Mechanical Calibre: Rolex Manufacture Cal. 3235 - 70h Power Reserve operating at 28,800 vph (4 Hz) with 72-hour power reserve (+0.6 s/d, 301 deg).
- Sapphire Crystal & QC: Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with double anti-reflective coating and 100m / 330 ft - Triplock Screw-Down water resistance.
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What is the verified authentic weight of this Rolex Ref. 226659?
This Rolex Yacht-Master 42 18K White Gold Ref. 226659 weighs 170.0g in 18K White Gold Au750, matching the exact authentic factory weight on our Monte-Carlo showroom Mettler-Toledo analytical balance.
Are all 6 showroom photographs of Reference 226659 unedited studio shots?
Yes. All 6 gallery plates show the actual timepiece captured across multiple studio angles on our quality-control bench with zero stock renders.
Which movement powers Reference 226659 and how do I request the 4K QC video?
Reference 226659 is powered by the Rolex Manufacture Cal. 3235 - 70h Power Reserve (28,800 vph, 72-hour power reserve, regulated to +0.6 s/d, 301 deg). Message our Monte-Carlo Private Client Concierge on WhatsApp (+1 305 724 0661) for your personalized 4K video dossier.
Rolex Yacht-Master 42 18K White Gold Ref. 226659
Monte-Carlo Reference Register • 170.0g 18K White Gold Au750 • Rolex Manufacture Cal. 3235 - 70h Power Reserve