CIRCA: 1967
CASE MATERIAL: Steel, 18k White Gold
CASE DIAMETER: 36mm
SERIAL NO’: 1711128
BRACELET MATERIAL: Steel
BRACELET SIZE: 8.5 inches / 220mm
DIAL: “Tropical” Ombré
MOVEMENT: Automatic
FUNCTIONS: Date
BOX: No
PAPERS: No

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Introduced at the end of the Second World War in 1945, the Rolex Datejust commemorated the 40^thanniversary of the storied brand. Perhaps one of the most iconic watches not only to the brand, but to the world, the Datejust is one of the longest, most continuously produced models. The timepiece was able to rise above its competitors because of its ability, as its name suggests, to instantaneously change the date, just right at midnight. Other timepieces had a slow rollover date which began at 10 o’clock at night and completed its cycle around 2 o’clock in the morning. Over its 75 years of production, the Datejust has come in a plethora of dial colors, case sizes, bezel types, case metals, and attachment styles, making the timepiece have a wide array of options to choose from.

What makes the present lot an exceptional example of Reference 1601 is the tropical ombré dial that flows across the dial like a work of art. The right side of the dial is an orangish-brown color and evenly fades into black as it moves to the left side. Few and far between watches achieve such a unique patina, making the timepiece unique to its own luster. The steel case measures at a classical 36mm, making the timepiece suitable for all wrist sizes.

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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

The case is in very good condition with moderate scratches and nicks throughout the case. The watch has been polished. The bezel remains sharp with light indentations. The crystal has light scratches and moderate spotting. The dial and hands have developed a patina, consistent with the age of the watch. The dial is in very good condition and has developed a tropical patina. There is slight residue underneath the 1 and 10 o’clock hour marker. The dial lume plots have flaked. The hands have developed a patina with heavy spotting and scratches. The case back has surface wear with moderate scratches and nicks. The case back has been polished. The bracelet has heavy wear with moderate scratches and nicks. The bracelet has heavy stretch. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch.

Please note that the bracelet size is measured with the watch head attached.

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