Important Watches: Part II

Important Watches: Part II

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Rolex

Datejust, Ref. 1601 Stainless steel and yellow gold wristwatch with date and bracelet Circa 1972

Lot Closed

May 11, 12:24 PM GMT

Estimate

2,000 - 3,000 CHF

Lot Details

Description

Rolex


Datejust, Ref. 1601

Stainless steel and yellow gold wristwatch with date and bracelet

Circa 1972


Dial: white

Calibre: cal. 1570 automatic, 26 jewels

Movement number: D'116'321

Case: stainless steel and 18k yellow gold, screw-down back

Case number: 3'051'970

Closure: stainless steel and 18k yellow gold Jubilee bracelet and folding clasp

Dimensions: 36 mm, bracelet circumference approx. 210 mm

Signed: case, dial and movement

Box: no

Papers: no

Accessories: none

The Datejust is one of the best known pieces in Rolex's repertoire. Introduced in the 1940s, it was first exclusively produced in yellow gold but given its success Rolex soon started experimenting with different material variations. A reliable and versatile piece, this Rolex Datejust reference 1601 combines stainless steel and yellow gold and its 36mm size makes this watch a highly wearable piece, perfect for any occasion.