Discontinued Rolex models often trade above retail because collectors prize...

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Discontinued Rolex models often trade above retail because collectors prize their rarity, driving real transaction prices higher than current list prices. Insurance appraisals usually reflect replacement costs, not what buyers actually pay on the market