Every Rolex is engraved with a unique serial number. This indicates what year the watch was made, and can be used to authenticate and value the timepiece. The only way to identify the exact date of a Rolex produced in late 2009 onwards is to take it into an official Rolex dealer.

Why do people hide Rolex serial numbers?

By hiding the serial number, the actual owner of a watch is mostly avoiding potential inconvenience rather than material harm. A scammer or counterfeiter can use a valid serial number to sell illegitimate products.