Rolex Daytona Tiffany Blue: The Turquoise 126518LN and Real Tiffany Stamped Rolex

The "Tiffany blue" Rolex Daytona is the nickname collectors give to the yellow gold Cosmograph Daytona 126518LN with a turquoise lacquer dial, shown by Rolex at Watches & Wonders in April 2025. It is not a Tiffany & Co. watch: Rolex does not use the name, and the dial carries only Rolex's own signature. Genuine Tiffany-stamped Rolex dials are a separate, much older story. Bizak & Co. is a sourcing desk, so every watch here is sourced to order and nothing in this guide is a stock listing.

Last reviewed on October 28, 2026 by Filip Biczak. Specifications follow Rolex's published details for the Cosmograph Daytona; nicknames are collector usage, not Rolex terminology. Sources: Rolex, Cosmograph Daytona collection.

What is the Tiffany blue Rolex Daytona?

It is the Daytona reference 126518LN in 18 kt yellow gold with a turquoise blue lacquer dial, black chronograph counters and a black Cerachrom bezel, fitted on a black Oysterflex strap. The turquoise shade sits close to the pale robin's-egg blue associated with Tiffany & Co. packaging, which is why the nickname stuck within days of the launch. Rolex itself calls it a turquoise dial. The table lists the facts that matter when comparing it with other Daytonas.

You can see the 126518LN configurations we can source to order on our Rolex Daytona 126518LN page, and the turquoise configuration specifically on our turquoise-dial 126518LN listing. Treat the from-prices on those listings as a starting point; they move.

Why do collectors call it Tiffany blue?

Because the dial color resembles the signature blue of Tiffany & Co., a shade the jeweler has used on its boxes for well over a century and protects as a trademarked color. The comparison is visual only. Rolex has not announced a collaboration with Tiffany & Co. for this watch, and the dial does not carry the Tiffany name. When a listing calls it "Tiffany blue", it is using a collector nickname, much as "Panda" or "Paul Newman" are nicknames rather than Rolex model names.

Is a Tiffany blue Daytona the same as a Tiffany-stamped Rolex?

No. A Tiffany-stamped Rolex has the retailer's name printed on the dial, usually beneath the Rolex signature, because the watch was sold through a Tiffany & Co. store. The turquoise Daytona has no retailer name at all. The two share a color association and nothing else.

The difference matters for buying. A co-signed dial is a vintage collectible judged on originality, and the market treats it very differently from a current-production watch. Fake or refinished Tiffany dials exist, so anything described as Tiffany-stamped needs expert inspection of the dial and full documentation before money moves.

How can you tell a genuine turquoise 126518LN?

Start with the reference and the paperwork: the watch should be a 126518LN with a matching Rolex guarantee card and serial. Then check the details below.

• Reference and metal. The turquoise dial belongs on the yellow gold 126518LN. A steel Daytona with a blue or turquoise dial is not a Rolex configuration.
• Dial finish. The lacquer should be even, with crisp printing and clean counters. Ask for macro photos.
• Strap. The factory watch is on black Oysterflex, so a different strap needs an explanation.
• No retailer text. A "Tiffany" word on a current 126518LN dial points to a custom or altered watch.
• Movement and caseback. Caliber 4131 and a serial that fits the reference and year.

Ask the seller whether the dial or any part has been replaced, and whether the watch has been serviced outside Rolex.

What are the alternatives to the turquoise Daytona?

If the color is the draw, there are few like-for-like options, because Rolex built this dial into one reference. If the yellow gold Oysterflex Daytona is the draw, other dials are available on the same case.

• Same case, different dial: the yellow gold 126518LN in other dial colors, including the black-dial "Paul Newman" style, is shown on our 126518LN collection.
• A cooler, rarer metal: the Rolex Daytona platinum models, including the Daytona 126506, pair a precious white metal with a blue-toned dial.
• The wider range: browse every Rolex Daytona or the full Rolex collection to compare metals, dials and straps.

If you like the look of colored dials with stones instead, our gem-set Daytona guide covers that family, and our 116500LN vs 126500LN comparison helps if you would rather start with the steel watches.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a Rolex Daytona Tiffany blue?

Collectors use the name for the yellow gold 126518LN with a turquoise lacquer dial, introduced in 2025. Rolex calls the dial turquoise and does not use the Tiffany name.

Did Rolex partner with Tiffany & Co. on this watch?

Rolex has not announced a collaboration for the 126518LN. The nickname comes from the color, not from a partnership or a co-signed dial.

What is a Tiffany-stamped Rolex?

It is a Rolex whose dial also carries the Tiffany & Co. name because it was retailed by that jeweler. These are vintage collectibles valued on originality and provenance.

What movement does the turquoise Daytona use?

It uses Rolex's caliber 4131, a self-winding chronograph movement, with water resistance of 100 m.

Can Bizak & Co. source a turquoise Daytona?

Yes, to order. We confirm the specific watch, photographs and final price before you commit, so nothing here is held stock.

Get your Daytona sourced

Tell us the model, size, dial and bracelet preference, whether you want new or pre-owned, and your budget and timing, through our sourcing enquiry form. We confirm the specific watch, photographs and final price before you commit. Reserve with $200, credited to the final price.

Related reading: The most expensive Rolex watches, Blue dial Daytona guide