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This white gold Rolex Datejust Reference 1601 with a factory Onyx dial is one of the rarest and most understated configurations among the Datejust family. Whilst all onyx dial variants are very highly sought after, the white gold version is considered the rarest with, to the best of our knowledge, only two confirmed examples known to the market today.
The solid white gold Datejust is already a significant rarity, with the beautiful, deep glossy onyx dial it is sublime. The dial is left completely clear of conventional hour markers or luminescent tritium dots, the rich black surface only interrupted by the 18k white gold applied Rolex Coronet, white text, and date aperture.
A great prize for collectors of hardstone dial Rolex and also a wearable vintage timepiece that exudes an air of discreet luxury.
The Datejust reference 1601 is one of the quintessential Rolex models of the 1960s and 70s. Perhaps one of the most iconic watches not only to the brand, but to the world, the Datejust is one of the longest, most continuously produced models. The reference also has the distinction of being the first Rolex Datejust to be enriched with hardstone dials in the bold colours that were the hallmark of the era. Today, reference 1601 Datejusts with hardstone dials are a favourite with collectors as true vintage pieces that were made only in very small numbers. The stone’s natural inclusions add depth, movement and flair to the dial. Hardstone dials are known for their fragile nature and early examples are increasingly scarce to find in unharmed condition.
The solid white gold Datejust is already a significant rarity, with the beautiful, deep glossy onyx dial it is sublime. The dial is left completely clear of conventional hour markers or luminescent tritium dots, the rich black surface only interrupted by the 18k white gold applied Rolex Coronet, white text, and date aperture.
A great prize for collectors of hardstone dial Rolex and also a wearable vintage timepiece that exudes an air of discreet luxury.
The Datejust reference 1601 is one of the quintessential Rolex models of the 1960s and 70s. Perhaps one of the most iconic watches not only to the brand, but to the world, the Datejust is one of the longest, most continuously produced models. The reference also has the distinction of being the first Rolex Datejust to be enriched with hardstone dials in the bold colours that were the hallmark of the era. Today, reference 1601 Datejusts with hardstone dials are a favourite with collectors as true vintage pieces that were made only in very small numbers. The stone’s natural inclusions add depth, movement and flair to the dial. Hardstone dials are known for their fragile nature and early examples are increasingly scarce to find in unharmed condition.