Rolex
1960 Rolex Ladydate (Ref. 6517) Silver Dial W/ Red Date Wheel
The Rolex Date and Datejust are some of the most iconic and beloved Rolex watches ever made. Launched in 1945, it has remained a timeless classic, instantly recognizable as an item of true quality and functional design.
Taking all those iconic cues from the men's Date and shrinking them down, this ladies' Date is a dynamic classic, perfect for quite literally any setting. Featuring a 26mm stainless steel case with white gold fluted bezel, silver dial, and a rivet oyster bracelet, this piece would make an excellent start for a new vintage collector, or be a great addition to an expanding collection.
SPECS
| Stock # | RLXLD6517-2 | |
| Brand | Rolex | |
| Style | Ladydate | |
| Model | 6517 | |
| Serial | 56XXXX | |
| Size | Women's |
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| Material | Stainless Steel | |
| Dial | Silver | |
| Millimeters | 26 | |
| Bracelet | Rolex Oyster Rivet Bracelet W/ 66 End Pieces |
CASE & BRACELET
The stainless steel case is minimally polished, and is in exceptional condition, showing signs of gentle use with strong finishing throughout. The fluted bezel retains crisp lines and dimensions with light signs of use and minor oxidation present. The watch is supplied on its original Rolex Oyster rivet bracelet with 66 end pieces which retains 11 links that show minimal stretch and will fit up to a 6-inch wrist.
DIAL & HANDS
The original warm silver dial shows very little wear with the slightest speckling from age and time. The strontium lume plots have achieved a golden patina and exhibit nominal degradation when inspected under UV light, The original strontium lume dauphine hands have aged to a dark patina and exhibit no degradation under UV light inspection. The red date wheel is original with 'open' 6's and 9's.
ACCESSORIES
None. The watch is keeping time, but the service history is unknown. A movement service can be provided upon request.