Datejust, Referene 6605 A yellow gold and diamond-set wristwatch with date and bracelet Circa 1959
Auction Closed
November 5, 12:07 PM GMT
Estimate
50,000 - 100,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Rolex
Datejust, Referene 6605
A yellow gold and diamond-set wristwatch with date and bracelet
Circa 1959
Dial: gilt, diamond
Calibre: cal. 1065 automatic, 25 jewels
Movement number: N'866'471
Case: 18k yellow gold, screw-down case back
Case number: 460'250
Closure: 18k yellow gold Rolex bracelet and folding clasp
Size: 36 mm diameter, bracelet cirumference approximately 200 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: no
Accessories: none
Purportedly made for South American coffee traders in the late 50s this particular 6605 represents, what to many is, a truly golden era in Rolex’s history. It is distinguished by its baguette diamond indexes which sit in perfect contrast to the dial and case. In addition it is fitted with its original gold mesh bracelet lending the watch a significant presence on the wrist and a uniformity in its aesthetic.
A very rarely seen dial and bracelet combination and retained in astonishing condition, this watch will surely appeal to both novice and established collectors.