Today's offering showcases this uncommon and beautiful example of one of the company's distinctive and fine 1940's ladies dress watches.

We have owned many examples of similar watches in 14K, 18K, and yellow and rose gold, and even in all steel. This very uncommon example is the first we've owned in two-tone and the gold is rose gold, nonetheless! It makes a beautiful and rarely seen combination.

The special case, which features elegant large faceted lugs and a light silver dial (face), has a timeless elegance and class.

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.

It is fully Rolex down to the dial, hands, and winding crown. The dial is a vintage restoration. Please inquire if you would like a fresh expertly done restoration.

Our watchmaker has freshly cleaned and oiled the movement. For the finishing touch we have installed a new black cord strap that adjusts to fit virtually any size wrist.

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, and a new timing certificate.

• Manufacturer: Rolex
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Serial no.: 428,035
• Year made: c. 1946
• Model: Ref. 4454
• Functions: Time
• Designed for: Women
• Case material: Stainless steel and rose gold
• Case markings (inside): Rolex, Geneve Suisse, Acier Inoxydable, 4454
• Case condition: Excellent. Light opening marks on back. Appears never to have been polished. All markings on the back are clear.
• Dimensions: 18.8mm diameter, 38.5mm long lug tip-to-tip (excluding crown)
• Dial: Light silver, gold applied Arabic and dot indices, signed Rolex, vintage restoration. Please inquire if you would like a fresh expertly done restoration
• Hands: Original, 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, gold-plated clasp, fits any size wrist up to approx. 7.5 inches, can be shortened to fit even the smallest wrist
• Crystal type: Acrylic, excellent condition
• Serviced: Yes, cleaned and oiled.
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. 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.
• Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
• 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