Rolex

Datejust Reference 1601, a yellow gold and stainless steel automatic wristwatch with date, Circa 1969

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Description

As a release in 1945 to commemorate Rolex’s 40th anniversary, the Datejust surpassed its predecessors by being the first automatic wristwatch with an automatically changing date window at midnight. The Oyster case introduced in 1926 offered a resolution to an unaddressed need: resistance to water. With such groundbreaking features, the Datejust quickly became one of the world’s most popular luxury timepieces.

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The watch is in overall fair condition with moderate wear throughout consistent with usage. Case is in overall fair condition with moderate surface wear. Acrylic crystal has scratches throughout. The bracelet and buckle have moderate signs of stretch and surface wear throughout commensurate with age and usage. Caseback has minor nicks. The movement is running at the time of cataloging, however, it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.

Year

1969

Reference Number

1601

Model

Datejust

Complication

Date

Gender

Unisex, Men's, Women's

Dial Color(s)

Black

Dial Numerals

Stick

Movement Type

Automatic

Case Material(s)

Stainless Steel

Case Number

20*****

Case Size (mm)

36

Case Back

Screw-down

Band Material

Two-tone

Dimension Notes

Fits a wrist size of 6.5 inches or smaller.

Clasp Type

Deployant buckle

Clasp Material(s)

Stainless Steel

Signature

Dial, Movement

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