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TRUE RADIANCE

We are not sure if you noticed, but Rolex is drawing a great deal of attention to its savoir faire in ornamentation this year. Save for the new Explorer and Explorer II watches, which are adventure-inspired, the rest of Rolex’s creations have been full of visual drama. From new Datejust 36 featuring laser-etched palm fronds and artful interpretation of its famous fluted bezel on the dials, to Cosmograph Daytona models flaunting rare one-of-a-kind meteorite stones, we have been treated to an intriguing show of Rolex’s decorative prowess.

Away from captivating dials, another important

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