Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601/8
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1967
Maker / issuer
RolexThis Rolex Datejust, reference 1601/8, is a self-winding wristwatch manufactured circa 1967. The watch features an 18k yellow gold Oyster case paired with a fluted yellow gold bezel.
The dial is characterized by a blue 'mosaic' texture, accented with applied yellow gold hour markers featuring luminous inserts. Luminous plots are present at each hour position on the minute track, accompanied by a yellow gold handset. The date display is positioned at the 3 o'clock marker and includes a cyclops lens on the crystal. The watch is presented on a textured light-colored leather strap, which is not original to the watch head.
According to the vendor, the case has been spared of previous polishing. The timepiece is signed 'Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust' on the dial, with additional text indicating 'Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified'.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- circa 1967
- Type
- Self-winding wristwatch with date
- Reference
- 1601/8
- Dial finish
- Blue mosaic
- Case material
- 18k yellow gold
- Dial features
- Luminous plots and gold handset
- Condition report
- Unpolished case
- Maker / attribution
- Rolex
Design
- Market Context
- The vendor notes that solid gold Datejust models were produced in limited quantities compared to other contemporary Rolex offerings. This distinguishes the reference from the Rolex Day-Date, which was manufactured exclusively in solid gold materials. The watch is currently presented on a leather strap, replacing the original bracelet configuration.
- Visible features
- • Blue mosaic-textured dial surface • Fluted yellow gold bezel • Luminous hour plots on the dial perimeter • Cyclops magnifier over the date aperture
- Condition and Attribution
- The auction description reports that the watch dates to circa 1967 and remains in preserved condition. It states that the case has not undergone previous polishing, maintaining its original thickness and symmetry. The dial shows minimal evidence of degradation in specific areas, which the vendor describes as faint and difficult to observe without magnification. All luminous plots are noted as present.
- Case and Dial Construction
- The timepiece is housed in an 18k yellow gold Oyster case, paired with a matching fluted yellow gold bezel. This reference belongs to the four-digit series of Datejust models, which are noted for their pie-pan dial geometry that provides a three-dimensional effect. The dial is finished in a blue mosaic pattern. It is applied with yellow gold hour indices that feature luminous inserts, matched by luminous plots located at each hour position on the outer track. A cyclops lens is integrated into the crystal to magnify the date window located at the 3 o'clock position.
Identification
- Reference
- 1601/8
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Exact production year is cited as 'circa 1967'
- Research required: The leather strap is a non-original accessory
- Research required: The internal movement condition is not described