242 Rolex Iconic and Sought-After, Datejust, Automatic Wristwatch in Steel, Black Glossy Dial, With Warranty and Bulletin de Marche, Reference 1603
Estimate: €5,000 – 10,000
Sold (Premium)€9,750
Model: Datejust
Reference: 1603
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Bracelet Material: Stainless Steel
Year: 1964
Movement: Automatic
Caliber: 1565
Case N°: 1 056 780
Dimensions: 36 mm
Signed: Dial, Movement and Case
Accessories: Box, Warranty and Bulletin de Marche
The Datejust is one of the best known pieces in Rolex’s repertoire. Introduced in the 1940’s, it was first exclusively produced in yellow gold but given its success Rolex soon started experimenting with different material variations. For decades and nowadays, the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust has always been the modern archetype of the classic men’s wristwatch. The present example of Rolex Datejust is a reference 1603, it has been cased in stainless steel and is completed by jubilee bracelet. The tonneau-shaped water-resistant case is a delight with its fluted bezel, screw down crown and back and has been preserved in original condition. The beautiful black lacquer dial is still incredibly glossy in its finish and has a magnified date aperture, center seconds and applied baton numerals. The watch is still presenting the original warranty, bulletin de marche, box and powered by automatic caliber. All these features enhance the desirability and collectibility of the watch, as complete examples are very rare to come by.