How Rolex's Ceramic-Dial 'Sprite' GMT-Master II Transforms The Model

The left-handed GMT-Master II just received an update, and a very luxurious one at that. New for 2025, Rolex has introduced a white gold version of the “Sprite” — this time with a green ceramic dial to match the green-and-black Cerachrom bezel. This is the first Rolex to feature a ceramic dial, and for us, this dial (and case material) entirely transforms the experience of the 'Sprite' GMT

Ceramic Dial, Ceramic Bezel

From a distance, the dial looks almost like a green lacquer. Up close, it’s clearly ceramic: subtly glossy, minimally reflective, and deeply saturated. At certain angles, it even looks matte. Of course, it's a perfect pair for the green half of the 'Sprite' Cerachrom bezel. This watch marks the first ceramic dial Rolex has ever made, and it brings a whole new vibe to the platform.

White Gold Case, Familiar Format

The case remains 40mm, now in 18k white gold, with the crown and crown guards still flipped to the left-hand side, and the date aperture following suit at 9 o’clock. Rolex hasn’t made any changes to the specs or mechanics — it’s still powered by the caliber 3285 with a 70-hour power reserve, jumping local hour hand, and Superlative Chronometer certification. The watch comes on a matching white gold Oyster bracelet with polished center links and a folding Oysterlock clasp. 

As you'd expect, this material change transforms the wearing experience of this watch. It's significantly heavier than its steel sibling, and that polished center link is equally impactful in terms of aesthetics.

Final Thoughts, Price, and Availability

Time will tell how readily available this new ceramic 'Sprite' is. This configuration, with an unusual crown placement, precious metal case, and ceramic dial, is likely to be pretty popular. The retail price is $46,750.

It’s not a generational update (we may have to wait for the 75th anniversary in 2030 for that one), but it might be the most interesting twist on the GMT-Master II we’ve seen since the original Sprite debuted in 2022. The addition of a ceramic dial gives this white gold version a nice sense of experimentation. It shows that Rolex is still willing to try new things in one of its most iconic collections.

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