189 Rolex Very Fascinating and Esteemed Datejust Automatic Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, Reference 1601, With Champagne Dial

Estimate: € 4.000 –⁠ 8.000

Sold (Premium) € 5.850

Model Datejust
Year 1973
Reference 1601
Case Material Yellow Gold
Case Number 3345145
Bracelet Material Leather Strap
Movement Automatic, cal. 1570
Dimension 36 mm
Signed Dial, movement and case
Movement Automatic, cal. 1570

The Datejust reference 1601 was introduced in 1959 as a variant of the 1600 with a reeded bezel. The present example was manufactured in 1973 and features a rare and delightful champagne dial with applied baton indexes and hands, creating a perfect blend with the yellow-gold Oyster case. This three-body case is wonderfully well preserved and has no evident signs of wearing but very deep and clear hallmarks on the lugs. It is powered by the caliber 1570 with “œil-de-perdrix” decoration.