4 Rolex An extremely refined and attractive, manual bracelet wristwatch in white gold, with diamond-set bezel and integrated bracelet.
Estimate: € 4.000 – 8.000
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model | Bracelet watch |
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year | Circa 1950s |
case material | 18K white gold and diamonds |
case number | Inner caseback stamped 228 |
bracelet material | 18K white gold Rolex bracelet, approximate length 145mm |
movement type | Manual, cal. 1400, 18 jewels |
dimension | 19mm Diameter |
signed | Case, dial and movement |
accessories | Accompanied by Bucherer pamphlet. |
While Rolex is justly celebrated for its tool watches and chronometric precision, the maison has, on rare and splendid occasions, ventured into the refined realm of haute joaillerie. These exquisite creations, often bespoke commissions or produced in extremely limited quantities, represent an unexpected yet thrilling chapter in the brand’s history, where precision meets artistry, and mechanical ingenuity is adorned with precious stones. These jeweled wristwatches were not merely luxurious accessories; they were expressions of an era when elegance and technical mastery walked hand in hand, crafted for women of discerning taste and sophisticated style. This dazzling Rolex "Precision" is a sublime example of such artistry. Cased in 18K white gold and framed by a dramatic ensemble of brilliant, and baguette-cut diamonds, the watch exudes a sculptural balance and glamour that recalls the golden age of mid-century jewelry design. The "scale-motifed" white gold bracelet, textured like fine silk, complements the brilliance of the stones with a subtle shimmer, while the diminutive silvered dial signed "Precision" retains Rolex’s hallmark commitment to functionality and restraint. Worn as a timepiece or as a jewel, this creation transcends categories, at once a piece of horology and a masterpiece of elegance, it is a celebration of form, rarity, and enduring beauty.
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