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1967 Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel and Dial Automatic Watch

Item Details

A 1967 Rolex Datejust diamond bezel and dial automatic wristwatch. This is an iconic luxury watch from Rolex with an 18K yellow gold bezel that is finished with round brilliant cut diamonds. The bezel frames a black mother of pearl dial with ten round brilliant cut diamond hour markers, baton-style hands and a magnified date window. This distinctive watch also features a stainless steel case and Steelinox Jubilee bracelet with a fold-over clasp.

Brand: Rolex
Style: Vintage
Type: Wristwatch
Model Name: Datejust
Model Number: 6517
Bezel Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Caseback Material: Stainless Steel
Movement: 1161 Automatic, 26 Jewels
Estimated Production Year: 1967
Markings to Inside: Montres Rolex SA. Geneva Switzerland, Patented, Stainless Steel, 6519
Functions: Date
Watch Details: Mother-of-Pearl Dial, Diamond Hour Markers
Bracelet/Fob Material: Stainless Steel
Bracelet/Fob Style: Jubilee
Clasp Style: Fold Over
Total Length: 6.50"
   
Primary Stone(s) Location: Bezel
Primary Stone(s) Type: Diamond
Primary Stone(s) Shape: Round Brilliant Cut
Primary Stone(s) Dimensions: 1.50 mm – 1.60 mm
Total Primary Stone(s) Carat Weight: 0.65 ctw
Primary Stone(s) Color Grade: I – J
Primary Stone(s) Clarity Grade: SI2 – I2
   
Secondary Stone(s) Location: Dial
Secondary Stone(s) Type: Diamond
Secondary Stone(s) Dimensions: 1.20 mm – 1.50 mm
Total Secondary Stone(s) Carat Weight: 0.13 ctw
Secondary Stone(s) Color Grade: H – I
Secondary Stone(s) Clarity Grade: I1 – I2

Condition

- running at time of evaluation without detailed testing, future state not guaranteed.
- aftermarket bezel and dial.
- the bezel is 18K yellow gold and Rhodium plated.
- the bracelet is a steelinox.
- black mother of pearl dial.
- one diamond on the bezel is broken almost in half.
- some of the dial diamonds are nicked and chipped.
- catch needs a new pin.
- middle 3 serial numbers are not legible.
- model number beginning with 65 are the only ones legible.

Dimensions

- lug to lug measurement is 31.00 mm.
- case to case measurement is 26.00 mm.
- the total approximate weight, inclusive of all materials, is 26.20 dwt.

  • Timekeeping accuracy not guaranteed.
  • This item has been evaluated and verified by an independent Certified Master Electronic Watchmaker and a Graduate Gemologist.
  • EBTH assumes all watches are unisex and does not specify the gender of a piece. For size reference, please see the case measurements of the piece listed under Dimensions.
  • All diamond and gemstone grading is done under GIA standards as the mounting permits, where gemstones are present; where mountings impede accurate measurements, (estimated) dimensions are provided. All weights and measurements are estimated and approximate; where mountings impede accurate measurements, a calculated estimate is provided. Industry standard and accepted treatments for gemstones are assumed unless otherwise noted.
  • Pre-owned jewelry and watches may have minor markings/imperfections throughout and may have been modified from their original retail condition.
  • While we represent items accurately on our site to the best of our ability, the color calibration of computer monitors can vary, causing colors to appear slightly different from one monitor to another. Due to this, please note that precise color representation of metal and gemstones is not always possible.

Item #

ITMG608267

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