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1976 Rolex Datejust Yellow Gold Rare Lapis Dial Ref. 1601

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Year of issue: 1976
Reference number: 1601
Condition: mint
Status: sold
Dealer country: Dubai
Dealer name: Tariq Malik
Price in US $ n/a
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Description

The Lapis Datejust       - this Datejust is one rare watch. Stone dials in general appear in 5-digit Day Date references, none of them are known to ever have been fitted into 4-digit Day Date references. The only 36mm reference fitted with stone dials is the 1601 and like on the Day Date examples, the stone dials were only fitted in precious metal cases. The watch dates to 1976 and is in incredible condition. The case is strong and well defined showing sharp edges. The full length bracelet is in very good condition and matching to the case, its hard to believe that its 45 years old. The dial on this is insane. The original Lapis dial is in excellent condition, not showing any wear from age. The surface is immaculate and free of any chips, hairlines or cracks. A Lapis Datejust is something else, the lack of the Day window when compared the Day Date makes this simply mesmerizing

SKU 9.3.2.126
Brand Rolex
Model Datejust 18K rare Lapis dial
Ref. No. 1601
Serial No. 4201XXX
Year 1976
Gender Gents
Case Size 36mm
Case Very good 18K case that is showing light wear from age. The lugs remain straight with healthy proportions and crisp edges. The fluted bezel is  in very excellent condition
Bracelet / Strap Excellent 18K Jubilee bracelet showing light stretch from age. The links are crisp and well defined. The clasp is stamped with a matching 1976 code.With 21 links the length is full
Dial Excellent and flawless Lapis dial free of any sort of scratches, cracks or hairlines. The gilt print is very prominent and harmonizes well with the Lapis dial. The hands are original
Price Sold
Crystal Acrylic
Movement Automatic
Function Date
Condition Very good
Box No
Papers No

Dealer

Tariq Malik

THE FIRST DATEJUST 1945

The year 1945 saw the birth of the Datejust, the first self‑winding wrist chronometer to indicate the date in a window on the dial. A watch of great distinction, the Datejust was equipped with a Jubilee bracelet created specially for it and a fluted bezel, making it immediately recognisable as a Rolex. It is the pillar of the Oyster collection. Initially for men, it became available in various models for women in the course of the following decade.