94 Rolex A very fine and rare, Oyster Perpetual Date automatic wristwatch in yellow gold, red Khanjar logo, made for the sultanate of Oman, reference 1500.
Estimate: CHF 15,000 – 30,000
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| Model | Datejust |
|---|---|
| Reference | 1500 |
| Case Material | Yellow gold |
| Bracelet Material | Yellow gold Rolex bracelet, approximate length 205mm |
| Year | 1970 |
| Movement | Automatic, cal. 1570, 26 jewels |
| Case N° | 2'540'915 |
| Dimensions | 35mm Diameter |
| Signed | Case, dial and movement |
Signed Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Date, Superlative Chronometer Official Certified, the present watch is a spectacular example of reference 1500 for a watch lover. The word Oyster was firstly used by Rolex in 1926 when they created the first waterproof and dustproof wristwatch and, moreover, the word Perpetual was fundamental because gave enormous fame to the brand with the crown since it was the first watch with an automatic movement. This very beautiful 1500 not only is an automatic watch with a waterproof case but also an object which combines a magnificent style and design. The bezel resumes the same style as the bracelet and is optimally preserved as its tonneau case in yellow gold. The silver dial is very uncommon to find and offers the rare red Khanjar logo while the large window for the date at 3 o’clock with the cyclops lens breaks the balance of the shape of the dial with its massive numbers. Created upon a special order from the Sultan of Oman, His Majesty Qaboos bin Said al Said in the early 1970s, the present example of Rolex Date was part of a small request of exclusive timepieces. With the typical width of the ’70s, period in which the timepiece has been manufactured, it is offered in outstanding condition as demonstrated by the Sticker Rolex still on the case back, this watch is perfectly matching the request of a customer in search of a beautiful and sporting object.
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