{"product_id":"1950s-rolex-ladies-vintage-cocktail-watch-18k-gold-diamonds","title":"1950's Rolex Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - 18K Gold \u0026 Diamonds","description":"Today's offering showcases this charming and elegant Rolex creation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is a wonderful example of the side of vintage Rolex that has largely disappeared from the modern brand. While today's Rolex is defined primarily by its Oyster watches, the company also produced beautifully refined ladies' dress watches that blurred the distinction between fine watchmaking and jewelry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBejeweled with 14 diamonds, the 18K Rolex gold case is absolutely stunning! Above and below the case are white gold diamond-set bars, each punctuated by an additional diamond where the watch meets the cord bracelet. They may be original or they may have been later added by a jeweler to accent the watch with a touch of diamond brilliance, but either way they feel entirely at home with the elegant jewelry-watch aesthetic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThey create a wonderful jewelry-like frame around the gold case. Even the little gold fittings along the cord contribute to the sense that the entire piece was conceived as a bracelet rather than simply a watch fitted with a strap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAnd that is really the appeal. This would be an elegant vintage cocktail watch in its own right, but it is also a Rolex. It combines the delicacy and glamour of a fine mid-century ladies' jewelry watch with the quality, prestige, and collecting appeal of the premier and most recognizable name in luxury watchmaking. It is a wonderfully unexpected Rolex and a genuine statement piece precisely because it looks so different from what the name has come to represent today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt has all of its original parts down to all hands and the winding crown and has just finished a true expertly done restoration. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIts case presents in excellent condition. It retains a strong hallmark near the crown. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIts silver dial has been restored by one of the leading dial experts in North America. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOne 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, installing a new correct Rolex mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing, testing and regulation (an $795 value).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWe have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFor the finishing touch, it comes with its original or period bracelet, and we meticulously detailed it making it ready for immediate enjoyment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIncluded with the purchase is a one-year warranty on the movement and its function and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYour 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 extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. As mentioned, one used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Rolex \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/b\u003e Switzerland \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eYear built:\u003c\/b\u003e c. 1950's\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hours and Minutes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/b\u003e Women \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase material:\u003c\/b\u003e 18K gold with diamonds\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase markings (inside):\u003c\/b\u003e Rolex, Geneva, 18K, Geneva, Coronet logo, Swiss Liberty Head hallmark\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase condition:\u003c\/b\u003e Presents in excellent condition. It retains a strong hallmark near the crown.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 14mm wide (excluding crown) by slightly over 25mm long lug tip-to-tip\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Silver, signed Rolex, applied gold dart and baton indexes, expertly restored\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHands:\u003c\/b\u003e Original, gold \"feuilles\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMovement type:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed Rolex, rhodium plated, 17 ruby jewels, self-compensating flat balance spring, patented Super Balance system, index regulator\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMovement Jewels:\u003c\/b\u003e 17 rubies \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBand:\u003c\/b\u003e Black cord bracelet with yellow gold-filled fittings and clasp, original or vintage, sized to fit a wrist up to approx. 6.75 inches on largest setting, adjustable, excellent condition. If you need a larger new cord strap, please inquire.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCrystal type:\u003c\/b\u003e Mineral glass, excellent condition\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eServiced:\u003c\/b\u003e 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, installing a new correct Rolex mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing, testing and regulation (an $795 value). \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTiming:\u003c\/b\u003e Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. 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 extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. As mentioned, one used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBox\/Papers:\u003c\/b\u003e BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReturns:\u003c\/b\u003e 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47401778774105,"sku":"10582","price":2695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1219\/5194\/files\/1181366805_o.jpg?v=1791473052","url":"https:\/\/shop.connoisseuroftime.com\/products\/1950s-rolex-ladies-vintage-cocktail-watch-18k-gold-diamonds","provider":"Connoisseur of Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}