3 Rolex A catching and graceful, Cellini, manual wristwatch in yellow gold, with diamond-set bezel and wood dial, reference 4650.

Estimate: Fr. 13'000 –⁠ 26'000

• Model Cellini
• Year Circa 1976
• Reference 4650
• Case Material 18K yellow gold and diamonds
• Case Number 4'332'509
• Bracelet Material 18K yellow gold Rolex bracelet, approximate lenght 195mm
• Movement Manual, cal. 1601, 19 jewels
• Dimension 27mm width x 36mm length
• Signed Case, dial and movement
• Accessories Accompanied by booklet and Rolex fitted presentation box.

The Rolex Cellini reference 4650 belongs to a lesser-explored yet highly expressive chapter of Rolex production, when the maison ventured beyond its tool-watch identity to explore form, material, and elegance in a more creative and decorative direction. During the 1970s, the Cellini line became a laboratory of design, where unconventional shapes and rare materials were combined with the same precision that defined Rolex’s more utilitarian models. The present reference 4650 is a perfect embodiment of this philosophy. Its angular case, executed in yellow gold, is integrated seamlessly with the bracelet, creating a cohesive and architectural presence on the wrist. What immediately distinguishes this watch is its dial. Crafted in wood, it introduces a natural texture rarely encountered in Rolex production. Each dial is inherently unique, with subtle variations in tone and grain, offering a warmth and depth that contrasts beautifully with the brilliance of the surrounding materials. The diamond-set bezel frames the dial with discretion, adding light without overwhelming the composition. The overall design remains balanced and restrained, with clean lines and minimal indications, allowing the materials themselves to define the watch’s character. This interplay between organic and precious elements reflects the experimental spirit of the period. Preserved in attractive condition, this Cellini reference 4650 stands as a refined and distinctive example of Rolex’s ability to reinterpret luxury through design, an elegant reminder of a time when creativity and craftsmanship came together in unexpected and highly collectible forms.