Rolex
Reference 1603 Datejust | A stainless steel automatic wristwatch with date, bracelet and shantung dial, Circa 1972
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March 31, 05:10 PM GMT
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
Dial: blue shantung 'Mosaic' dial
Caliber: cal. 1570 automatic, 26 jewels
Movement number: D'240'274
Case: stainless steel, screw down case back
Case number: 3'169'566
Closure: stainless steel Rolex Jubilee bracelet with folding clasp
Size: 36 mm diameter, bracelet circumference is approximately 165 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: yes
Accessories: Rolex Official Chronometer Attestation, Operating Instructions booklet, card holder, and WatchCheck Two-year Warranty card dated April 10th, 2025
The Rolex Datejust stands as a horological landmark, celebrated not only as one of the first automatic watches to feature a date complication but also as a enduring symbol of Rolex’s commitment to innovation and timeless design.
The present example, offered in very good condition, is distinguished by its engine-turned steel bezel and a rare blue “Mosaic” Shantung dial—a hallmark of early 1970s craftsmanship. Inspired by the woven silk textiles of China’s Shandong province, Shantung dials were meticulously crafted with horizontal silk threads, a technique believed to have been developed primarily for Asian markets. Today, these dials are highly prized by collectors for their distinctive texture and rarity, making this Datejust a remarkable opportunity for the discerning enthusiast.