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1966 Rolex Oyster Datejust Stainless, 14K and 18K Gold Diamond Watch

Item Details

A circa 1966 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust stainless steel and 18K yellow gold 0.83 ctw diamond wristwatch. This watch features an 18K yellow gold front bezel ring adorned with thirty-three round brilliant cut diamonds, and houses a dial accented with ten diamonds in hour positions. A date window sits at the three o’clock position. The link bracelet is secured with a deployment clasp.

CASE
Watch Maker: Rolex
Dial Markings: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified Swiss
Bezel Metal: Stainless Steel And 18K Yellow Gold
Caseback Metal Type: Stainless Steel
Movement: 1161, 26 Jewels, 6516 Model
Estimated Production Year: 1966
Marks On Inside: Montres Rolex S.A. Geneva Switzerland Patented Stainless Steel V166 6619

BRACELET
Material: Stainless Steel And 14K Yellow Gold
Style/Type: Link
Clasp Style: Deployment
Markings on Bracelet: Steelinox Rolex Swiss Made 4 64
Bracelet Length: 6.75’

BEZEL DIAMONDS
Count: 33
Shape: Round Brilliant Cut
Color Grade: H – I
Clarity Grade: SI1 – I1
Dimensions: 1.70 mm – 1.80 mm
Carat Weight: 0.73 ctw

DIAL DIAMONDS
Count: 10
Shape: Round Brilliant Cut
Color Grade: G – H
Clarity Grade: SI2 – I1
Dimensions: 1.30 mm
Carat Weight: 0.10 ctw

Watchmaker Code: CINCMEW
Gemologist Code: CINNH

Condition

- case back extremely dented.
- aftermarket bezel and dial.
- running at time of evaluation without detailed testing, future state not guaranteed.
- faint markings throughout.

Dimensions

- lug to lug 31.30 mm.
- case to case 25.00 mm.
- bracelet measures 6.75" including case.
- the total approximate weight, inclusive of all materials, is 26.80 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.
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Item #

18CIN510-032

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