While busy developing their Oyster case, Rolex also crafted lady's pieces to meet the needs of their wealthy female clients. The fine wristwatch featured in this offering is an example of one of these very early Lady Rolex timepieces. Rolex was one of the pioneers of the wrist-worn watch.

The centerpiece of the watch is its strikingly and unusually styled case. We have owned dozens of these watches, and this is the first one we have owned with a case like this.

Its complemented by the wonderful silver face decorated with sunburst guilloche Roman numerals which is original and untouched.

Even its original hands are different than most Rolexes of this style...for this watch the company forewent the usual "spade" or "cathedral" style of hand and instead went with this more distinctive style. The blued steel hands have toned to a deep purple tone.

Powering this gem is a fine, early Rolex "Rebberg" timekeeping mechanism.

Its case is in honest condition. The back has wear, a scratch, and indentions in the metal. The lugs have previously been reinforced by a jeweler. It has scratches in the area where it is opened for servicing. The bezel is in excellent condition. On the wrist it presents very nicely.

Its original dial - about a century old - is still in very pleasing condition. And its Rolex movement is surprisingly clean for its age.

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, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, installing a new correct mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $795 value).

These watches are known for not operating especially well because of their age, but this one, which we have also timed on a machine that spins it in all directions simulating it being worn on the wrist, is keeping very acceptable time.

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

• Manufacturer: Rolex
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Year built: c. 1920's
• Model: Ref. 8823
• Functions: Hours and minutes
• Designed for: Women
• Case material: 9K gold lightly tinted rose in color
• Case markings (inside): R.W.C. Ltd., 9 (.375), Rolex 7 World's Records, Gold Medal, Geneva, Suisse, 8823
• Case condition: Honest condition. The back has wear, a scratch, and indentions in the metal. The lugs have previously been reinforced by a jeweler. The side has scratches where it is opened for servicing. The bezel is in excellent condition. On the wrist it presents very nicely.
• Dimensions: 26mm diameter (excluding crown) by 33mm long lug tip to tip
• Dial: Signed Rolex, sunburst guilloche, black painted Breguet numerals, silver, with outer railroad minute track, original and untouched, very pleasing condition
• Hands: Blue steel, original, distinctively shaped, aged to a purple and bronze tone
• Movement type: Signed Rolex, "Rebberg" movement, manually wound, 15 ruby jewels, lever, nickel plated decorated, index regulator
• Movement markings: Rolex, 15 Jewels, Swiss Made
• Movement Jewels: 15 rubies
• Band: Leather, remborde, designed for fixed lugs use, brand new and unworn
• Crystal: Acrylic, excellent 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, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, installing a new correct mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $795 value).
• Timing: Timed on a computerized system. These watches are known for not operating especially well because of their age, but this one, which we have also timed on a machine that spins it in all directions simulating it being worn on the wrist, is keeping very acceptable time. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts. As mentioned above, one used to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker.
• Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
• Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity
• 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