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Hello! This is Kaneko from Commit Ginza, here to introduce a recommended watch to you!
Today we have a rare dial on a solid gold Datejust.
Rolex Datejust All-Tritium
Ref.1601/8 Serial: 41 series (manufactured around 1976)
Accessories: Watch only
Cal.1570 FF55/8385 Clasp code: C
Store price: 4,785,000 JPY (tax included)
Vintage Datejust "Ref.1601/8"
This is a vintage solid yellow gold Datejust, manufactured between the 1960s and 1970s!
What makes this particular piece so special is this blue dial!!
While you often see the Ref.1601/8 with a champagne dial, this one features a beautiful blue sunray dial set with 8 diamonds—a rare configuration you will almost never see on the market!
Yes!! I want you to take note of the diamond placement on this dial!
There are 8 diamonds set at the 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 10, and 11 o'clock positions, with gold baton indices at the 6 and 9 o'clock positions.
This combination of 8 diamonds with baton indices at 6 and 9 o'clock is extremely rare, and this exquisite balance is simply irresistible!!
In the past, a Phillips auction featured a different model, a Ref.1803, with 3 diamonds set at the 2, 6, and 10 o'clock positions.
Although the diamond placement is different from our piece, they both share the design of combining diamonds with baton indices.
The fact that such unique index configurations exist is one of the fascinating aspects of vintage Rolex!!
The pale, soft blue hue has a wonderful retro feel, doesn't it?
The sunray finish creates light and shadow depending on the angle, allowing you to enjoy the various expressions of blue—it’s truly captivating!!
The dial condition is excellent, with no noticeable deterioration; it is in a very clean state!!
There is some slight chipping in the luminous material of the indices, but it remains overall in beautiful condition.
The lume is all-tritium. The reaction of the indices and hands to UV light is consistent, and the luminous material on the hands is also in good condition.
While there are some scratches from use, this is a solid, well-preserved piece with a great impression regarding both the case and bracelet.
As you can see, the middle case is in good condition without excessive polishing.
It is equipped with a President bracelet. It has a presence unique to solid gold, and the overall vibe is outstanding!!
There is some slight stretch in the bracelet, but it fits perfectly once on the wrist.
The case back features a hallmark stamp used for watches sold in France.
It's a surprisingly lesser-known hallmark.
The same hallmark is also on the buckle. A bracelet with this stamp is also quite rare to find.
Wow, what a great looking face!!
A wrist shot!! It looks even cooler on the wrist!!
The balance between the 8 diamonds and the 6 and 9 o'clock baton indices is exquisite, and this unique atmosphere is truly irresistible!!
Vintage Datejust "Ref.1601/8, 1976"
A truly special piece where the 8 diamonds shine against the beautiful blue sunray dial!
This extremely rare configuration of 8 diamonds and 6/9 baton indices is something you’ll almost never encounter on the market.
When you come across such a rare piece, it's an opportunity you shouldn't miss!!
If you are looking for a rare vintage Datejust, please consider this one!
