Description
ROLEX 14k GOLD OYSTER PERPETUAL 1968
A rare, early, Gents Rolex 14k Gold Oyster Perpetual, chronometer from 1968. This model is the 1007 and has the 1570 chronometer Rolex movement, which is one of the best movements ever produced. The case is in 14k gold and is unmarked, it also has the Thunderbird bezel which makes this model extremely sought after. A true classic!
Rolex Vintage Watches are a great investment and have been climbing in price for the past 35 years, there seems to be no limit to that trend ending, as time goes on good quality vintage Rolex are becoming rarer and rarer as people are adding them to their collections as with wine and classic cars etc. As we all know you do not get much for your money in the bank these days, so why not start your investment portfolio with The Rolex 14k Gold Oyster Perpetual , it is a great starter watch for your collection.
We give a Life Time Guarantee on Provence that this watch is 100% genuine Rolex as with all our watches.
SPECIFICATION
BRAND:
Rolex
MODEL:
Oyster Perpetual Chronometer
FINISH:
Grained and Polished
CASE:
14K Gold 34.5 mm Appropriately Excluding Crown – The 14k solid yellow gold case is in excellent condition with no marks or scratches. The case has had only light restoration which has brought it back to its original finish. These cases are often excessively over polished and lose complete definition, this does not apply to our watches as we have a top restoration service.
DIAL:
Cream with Applied Gold Faceted Baton Indexes – Oozing classic 60’s charm the cream and gold baton dial is excellent and is signed “Rolex Oyster Perpetual “, “Superlative Chronometer”, “Officially certified”, “Swiss Made”. This is the original dial which has been re-finished to the highest standard.
BEZEL:
Yes, Thunderbird
STRAP/BRACELET:
Brown Leather Crocodile New 19 cm Approximately – The strap fitted, is a new very high quality brown leather crocprint, the buckle is a matching after market Rolex item. If you would prefer a different style strap, please let us know and we will do our best to assist.
MOVEMENT:
Swiss Made Rolex 1570 Chronometer Automatic Calibre – The original high grade, officially certified, Superlative Chronometer, 26 Jewel 1570 calibre movement, is highly desirable for being particularly accurate, reliable and strong. This example is in superb condition. The movement has been thoroughly serviced and calibrated by our in-house master watchmaker and is warranted for 12 months. The movement is signed Montres Rolex SA, Geneva, Swiss, 26 Jewels, 26 adjusted 5 positions, 1570. These movements last a lifetime.
*THE 12 MONTH WARRANTY.
GLASS:
Acrylic Crystal – The crystal is unmarked.
DATE:
N/A
YEAR:
1968
SERVICED:
Yes, with 12 Months Warranty.
CONDITION:
Superb Condition.
BOX/PAPERS:
The watch does not come with the original papers, however all serial numbers are correct and have been checked against our register and the watch dates to 1968. A detailed receipt with a 12 month warranty and separate insurance valuation for the replacement value, will be provided at the time of purchase. The vintage Rolex presentation, inner and outer box shown in the photographs, is also included in the sale.
*THE 12 MONTH WARRANTY.
LIFETIME GUARANTEE ON AUTHENTICITY AND PROVENANCE.