ROLEX 18K “CHINE” OYSTER PERPETUAL DATE 1966 – SOLD

Description

A RARE AND BEAUTIFUL ROLEX 18K “CHINE” OYSTER PERPETUAL DATE 1966
This is a rare Rolex 18k gold Oyster Perpetual Date from 1966 this model is a 1506 and was known as the “Chine” and was special order only.  This is a beautiful, cared for and slightly used example with only minimal restoration, making this a stunning watch to own.

SPECIFICATION

BRAND

Rolex

MODEL

Oyster Perpetual Date “Chine” 1506

FINISH

Grained and Polished

CASE

18K yellow Gold 34 mm Approximately Excluding Twin Lock Crown – This is the original Swiss hallmarked 18k solid yellow gold case measuring 34 mm in diameter without the Rolex twin lock crown.  The case has an unmarked chine bezel and a full thickness case back which has never been inscribed.  This case is in immaculate condition having only been slightly restored. These cases are often excessively over polished and lose complete definition, this does not apply toour watches as we have a top restoration service.

DIAL

Gold with Applied Gold Faceted Baton Indexes – Here we have the original gold oyster perpetual date dial with gold baton indexes and it is in excellent condition.  The dial is signed “Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date”, “Superlative Chronometer”, “Officially certified”, “T Swiss T”.  This is something special!

BEZEL

Yes, “Chine”

STRAP/BRACELET

Brown Crocodile 19 cm Approximately –  The strap fitted, is a new high quality brown crocodile, 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.

MVT

Swiss Made Rolex 1570 Chronometer Automatic – The original high grade, officially certified, Superlative Chronometer, 26 Jewel 1570 calibre movement, which is particularly accurate, reliable and strong, is in superb condition and is working perfectly. 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 and more.

*THE 12 MONTH WARRANTY IS ONLY APPLICABLE IF THE BUY IT NOW PRICE IS PAID.

GLASS

Acrylic Crystal with Cyclopes – The crystal is unmarked

DATE

Yes

YEAR

1966

SERVICED

Yes with 12 Month’s Warranty

PRICE-SOLD

CONDITION

Beautiful

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 1966.  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 box is for an original oyster-date watch which we will provide in the purchase price and is in mint condition – you won’t be disappointed.

*THE 12 MONTH WARRANTY IS ONLY APPLICABLE IF THE BUY IT NOW PRICE IS PAID.