Counterfeit Rolex 'DeVille' Skeleton Exhibition Watch with Gold-Tone Interior
Watch (Exhibition Back) · Yellow gold-tone plating / coating over base metal alloys
Purity: 0K - Not Gold (Base Metal)
Type
Watch (Exhibition Back)
Purity
0K - Not Gold (Base Metal)
Gold Type
Yellow gold-tone plating / coating over base metal alloys
Weight
120-150 grams total (including movement and band)
Description
This item is a counterfeit watch masquerading as a high-end Rolex. It features a transparent exhibition case back revealing a gold-toned mechanical movement. The piece incorrectly combines the 'Rolex' brand name with the 'DeVille' model name, which is a trademark of Omega, not Rolex. The construction exhibits hallmarks of low-end manufacturing, including silk-screened logos on the crystal and crude engravings.
Key Features
Misspelled 'MADE SWISS' branding, contradictory 'DeVille' model name, and printed logo on glass rather than movement etching.
Color & Finish
Polished steel-tone exterior with a bright yellow brassy interior finish; visible surface pitting and oxidation on the lugs
Hallmarks & Stamps
Engraved 'STAINLESS STEEL BACK', 'MADE SWISS', 'DEVILLE' on case; 'ROLEX' and crown logo printed on glass; '045' stamped on lug
Dimensions Estimate
Case diameter 36-40mm; standard men's oyster-style bracelet width
Gemstones & Inlays
Synthetic ruby-colored glass or plastic movement bearings; mineral or plastic case back crystal
Clasp & Closure
Standard fold-over deployment clasp (not fully visible)
Chain & Links
Oyster-style three-link bracelet with friction pins; rough finishing on link edges
Craftsmanship Details
Low-tier industrial casting; rough edge finishing; stamped (not engraved) metal text; movement is a mass-produced Chinese-style 'Tongji' skeleton caliber.
Authentication Indicators
Critical Failures: Rolex does not produce a 'DeVille' model; Rolex rarely uses exhibition backs; 'MADE SWISS' is an incorrect phrasing for 'Swiss Made'; cheap '045' stamp is not a genuine serial format.
Origin & Maker
Unauthorized imitation; likely East Asian origin pretending to be Rolex/Omega
Era & Period
Contemporary Modern (21st Century production)
Age Estimate
Circa 2000-2020
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'super-fake' or 'flea market' tier of counterfeit luxury goods designed to mimic the prestige of Swiss watchmaking at a fraction of the quality.
Condition Notes
Poor/Fair; visible corrosion and 'brassing' through the plating on the lugs and case edges; scratched crystal; low-grade metal casting marks.
Value Estimate
Melt value: $0.00; Market value: $5-$20 as a novelty item. Primarily base metal (likely brass or zinc alloy).
Care & Maintenance
Avoid water exposure as 'Stainless Steel Back' usually implies a non-waterproof base metal case; clean with a dry cloth only.
Similar Items
Low-end replica 'Oyster Perpetual' or 'Seamaster' watches found in high-traffic counterfeit markets.
Interesting Facts
Counterfeit watches often mix-and-match famous brand names and model lines (like Rolex and Omega) to confuse uninformed buyers in tourist or online markets.