Rolex
1972 Rolex Two-Tone Datejust (Ref. 1601) Satin Lemon Dial
The Rolex Datejust is one of the most iconic and most beloved Rolex watches ever made, even though the Datejust was launched in 1945 it has remained a timeless classic and is instantly recognizable as an item of refined quality and functional design. The Datejust can be worn just as easily with a suit as it can be with jeans and a tee-shirt. The Datejust would make a great start for a new vintage collector, or be a great addition to an expanding collection.
There's so much to love about this 70s Datejust reference 1601! This two-tone example is especially well preserved and delivers everything you want from an early dress watch, including the excellent yellow gold fluted bezel and very sought-after, rare satin yellow or "lemon" dial. This is a perfect dress piece that sets itself apart from the crowd as an understated statement of individuality.
SPECS
| Stock # | RLXTTDJ1601-72/2 | |
| Brand | Rolex | |
| Style | Datejust | |
| Model | 1601 | |
| Serial | 52XXXXX | |
| Size | Men's | |
| Material | SS / 14K YG | |
| Dial | Satin Yellow "Lemon" | |
| Millimeters | 36 | |
| Bracelet | Rolex 62523H 14 Two-Tone Jubilee W/ 455 End Pieces |
CASE & BRACELET
The excellent case shows signs of being gently polished in the past and retains full and symmetrical lugs that display minimal signs of previous use. the yellow gold fluted bezel retains crisp finishing with light signs of use and appears to be minimally polished in the past. The two-tone Rolex 62523H 14 "D-Link" Jubilee bracelet with 455 end pieces retains 19 links that show minimal stretch and will fit up to a 7 1/4-inch wrist.
DIAL & HANDS
The rare and original statin yellow or "Lemon" dial is in exceptional near flawless condition, with the only elements of age being almost impossible to see. The tritium lume plots have taken on a handsome golden patina that matches the dial almost perfectly, under U.V. light inspection only the 7 o'clock lume plot features degradation. The original tritium hands match the dial perfectly and feature no degradation, though the do feature a dark patina. The metallic gold date wheel is original with "open" 6's and 9's.
ACCESSORIES
None. The watch was recently serviced and is keeping time perfectly, backed by a 1-year warranty on accurate timekeeping.
