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JoanD777 · 10 December 2010, 02:07 AM

Hi. I am trying to buy my husband a manual wind gold Rolex. I understand that this is probably a Cellini. I looked at one at a small jeweler yesterday and the serial number and model were on the back of the case. The lady said that it was a 1999 model serial beginning with A. I did not notice the Rolex crown which I am told should be on the back of the case. On the front, it said Rolex Geneve and Cellini at the bottom. Is this watch authentic? Are the serial numbers located differently on some of the Cellinis?

JoanD777 · 13 December 2010, 08:27 PM

I really need an answer on this! Come on guys, doesn't somebody know about serial numbers on the Cellini model say 1999 and up?

ed54 · 14 December 2010, 02:42 AM

It's hard to answer your question without knowing more about which model you're looking at. I've been looking at the older Cellini model 4112, and it has the model and S/N engraved on the back. It also has two small "mint marks" to confirm that the case is 18K gold. There is no Rolex crown on the back, unless it's one of the small mint marks.
The "A" serial corresponds to the 1999 time frame, so that is OK.
If the jeweler won't guarantee authenticity, then keep looking.

Flash Gordon · 15 December 2010, 05:52 AM

When you purchase, the retailer's sales slip should include a full description of the watch such as make, model, serial number, 18K, etc. With that, you should be comfortable with it since you are buying from a shop not internet. Any issues later, you have a sales receipt to prove it.

Airstreamin · 19 December 2010, 09:47 AM

I have a 5112 that I purchased recently at auction. It has the model at the top of the case, and a serial number on the bottom "W003346" and then "18K" stamped below that. Is there a way I can attach a photo here? I would consider selling it. It is a beautiful dress watch with the mother-of-pearl face.

Airstreamin · 19 December 2010, 09:55 AM

I also have all of the original documents, warranty, case, etc for the watch.

brownbear · 19 December 2010, 10:20 AM

please post it in the for sale section with pics and price..

Airstreamin · 19 December 2010, 11:16 AM

it will not let me post there - perhaps because I'm a new member of the forum?

Alcan · 19 December 2010, 04:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Airstreamin

it will not let me post there - perhaps because I'm a new member of the forum?

Correct. 16 days membership and 16 posts minimum to post in the For Sale forum, just like the rules say:

http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=9423

Airstreamin · 20 December 2010, 03:34 AM

aha - well I guess it pays to read the fine print :) I'll step up my postings and get some pics of the Cellini online soon. Thanks for the help.

Airstreamin · 21 December 2010, 03:41 AM

Ok - I've posted the Cellini in the FS forum. Thanks for your help. Photo of the back is included so you can see how it is stamped.

JUSTROLEXES · 21 December 2010, 03:59 AM

The A is for 1999 and yes the Cellini has the serial on the back just like the pic below...

Nashvegas · 9 January 2011, 05:25 AM

Great information, guys. A friend just passed along a 5112 to me to research for him. This is the right place! This one doesn't have anything on the case back like these. The search continues.

10 December 2010, 02:07 AM	#1
JoanD777 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 2	Serial Number question on man's Cellini Hi. I am trying to buy my husband a manual wind gold Rolex. I understand that this is probably a Cellini. I looked at one at a small jeweler yesterday and the serial number and model were on the back of the case. The lady said that it was a 1999 model serial beginning with A. I did not notice the Rolex crown which I am told should be on the back of the case. On the front, it said Rolex Geneve and Cellini at the bottom. Is this watch authentic? Are the serial numbers located differently on some of the Cellinis?

21 December 2010, 03:59 AM	#12
JUSTROLEXES ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 ??? Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Tony Geha Location: San Diego, CA Watch: Yacht-Master Posts: 50,205	The A is for 1999 and yes the Cellini has the serial on the back just like the pic below... __________________ Instagram @JustRolexes 2FA security active

13 December 2010, 08:27 PM	#2
JoanD777 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 2	I really need an answer on this! Come on guys, doesn't somebody know about serial numbers on the Cellini model say 1999 and up?

14 December 2010, 02:42 AM	#3
ed54 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Ed Location: New York Watch: 16234, Speedy Pro Posts: 128	It's hard to answer your question without knowing more about which model you're looking at. I've been looking at the older Cellini model 4112, and it has the model and S/N engraved on the back. It also has two small "mint marks" to confirm that the case is 18K gold. There is no Rolex crown on the back, unless it's one of the small mint marks. The "A" serial corresponds to the 1999 time frame, so that is OK. If the jeweler won't guarantee authenticity, then keep looking.

15 December 2010, 05:52 AM	#4
Flash Gordon Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Jersey Posts: 146	When you purchase, the retailer's sales slip should include a full description of the watch such as make, model, serial number, 18K, etc. With that, you should be comfortable with it since you are buying from a shop not internet. Any issues later, you have a sales receipt to prove it.

19 December 2010, 09:47 AM	#5
Airstreamin Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Watch: 5513 Posts: 61	I have a 5112 that I purchased recently at auction. It has the model at the top of the case, and a serial number on the bottom "W003346" and then "18K" stamped below that. Is there a way I can attach a photo here? I would consider selling it. It is a beautiful dress watch with the mother-of-pearl face.

19 December 2010, 09:55 AM	#6
Airstreamin Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Watch: 5513 Posts: 61	I also have all of the original documents, warranty, case, etc for the watch.

19 December 2010, 10:20 AM	#7
brownbear "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Danny Location: georgia Watch: it Bub Posts: 1,334	please post it in the for sale section with pics and price..

19 December 2010, 11:16 AM	#8
Airstreamin Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Watch: 5513 Posts: 61	it will not let me post there - perhaps because I'm a new member of the forum?

20 December 2010, 03:34 AM	#10
Airstreamin Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Watch: 5513 Posts: 61	aha - well I guess it pays to read the fine print :) I'll step up my postings and get some pics of the Cellini online soon. Thanks for the help.

21 December 2010, 03:41 AM	#11
Airstreamin Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Watch: 5513 Posts: 61	Ok - I've posted the Cellini in the FS forum. Thanks for your help. Photo of the back is included so you can see how it is stamped.

9 January 2011, 05:25 AM	#13
Nashvegas "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Franklin, TN Posts: 21	Great information, guys. A friend just passed along a 5112 to me to research for him. This is the right place! This one doesn't have anything on the case back like these. The search continues.

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