Today's offering showcases this pleasing and rare original C.O.T. Certified Pre-Owned example of one of the company's distinctive and fine 1940's ladies dress watches.

Complete with its 18K rose gold case that features elegant dropping lugs and a light silver dial (face), it has a timeless elegance and class.

While we have owned many dozens of ladies dress watches from this period and close to a dozen of this exact model, ref. 4211, this is the first we have seen of a ladies Rolex dress watch from the era having a luminous dial and hands. It is quite striking and really changes the look and feel of the watch in our opinion.

Powering this gem is a fine, early Rolex timekeeping mechanism. Featuring Rolex's patented Super Balance system as well as possessing a tonneau shape for longer running reserve and more accurate timekeeping, it employed Rolex's premier movement technology for the era.

While many of the company's similar ladies dress watches from the era were very nice, this reference pleases us a little more in the beauty of its case design.

We were fortunate to acquire in such fine original condition, appearing to have been worn carefully with an appreciation for its value and spent most of its life stored away. With the exception of the winding crown, the rest of the watch is all original. Even the mint condition mineral glass crystal is original.

Its case is just short of mint condition and still retains its original Rolex factory applied brushing to its lugs. It shows hardly any signs of previous polishing and retains very strong lines. It's a gorgeous example.

Its rare luminous dial shows naturally aging around the periphery and some toning from the luminous in the hands. It is original and untouched. Please inquire if you would like it refinished.

One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, polishing the pivots, installing a new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value).

We have timed it on a machine that spins it in all directions simulating it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time.

For the finishing touch, we have installed a new black cord strap designed to replicate a vintage style that adjusts to fit virtually any size wrist making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Accompanying the watch is a very cool original Rolex for Bucherer spoon from the period, from when Rolex watches of this era were sold through Bucherer.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function, and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.

• Manufacturer: Rolex
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Serial no.: 672,869
• Year made: c. 1948
• Model: Ref. 4211
• Functions: Hours and minutes
• Designed for: Women
• Case material: 18K gold
• Case markings (inside): Rolex, Geneve Suisse, 18K, 0,750, 4211
• Case condition: It is just short of mint condition and still retains its original Rolex factory applied brushing to its lugs. It shows hardly any signs of previous polishing and retains very strong lines. It's a gorgeous example.
• Dimensions: 16.3mm diameter, 29.5mm long lug tip-to-tip (excluding crown)
• Dial: Light silver, black painted and luminous baton indices, signed Rolex, untouched and original. Please inquire if you would like it refinished.
• Hands: Original, blue steel luminous batons
• Movement type: High grade, original signed Rolex, manually wound, tonneau, Super Balance system, 17 jewls
• Movement markings: Rolex, Geneve, 17 Rubis, Swiss, Super Balance
• Band: Black cord, designed to replicate the look from the period, white tone unsigned clasp, large enough to fit almost any size wrist and designed to be cut down for a smaller wrist, brand new
• Crystal: Mineral glass, original, mint condition
• Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, polishing the pivots, installing a new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value).
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. We have timed it on a machine that spins it in all directions simulating it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time.
• Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide