Rolex Lady Oyster Precision
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
late 1960s
Maker / issuer
RolexThis Rolex Lady Oyster Precision is a mechanical ladies wristwatch dating to the late 1960s. The timepiece is constructed with a stainless steel Oyster case measuring 25mm in diameter.
It features a silver-tone dial with visible patination, applied indices, and stylized leaf hands. The watch is powered by a mechanical movement and is presented on a riveted Oyster bracelet. The original case back and crown are present. The design is intended to mirror the aesthetic of the manufacturer's larger men's Oyster models, maintaining a compact silhouette for the ladies' size category. The dial is marked with the Rolex crown logo, the brand name, and the model designations "OYSTER" and "PRECISION," with a "T SWISS T" signature at the bottom edge.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- late 60s
- Dial
- Silver-tone
- Type
- Mechanical ladies wristwatch
- Model
- Lady Oyster Precision
- Bracelet type
- Riveted Oyster
- Case diameter
- 25mm
- Case material
- Steel
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Rolex
Design
- Dial and Hands
- The watch features a silver-tone dial, which exhibits visible patination across its surface. Applied hour markers are arranged around the dial, and the hands are shaped in a stylized leaf design. The dial is signed with the Rolex coronet, the text "ROLEX OYSTER", and the word "PRECISION". At the base of the dial, the signature "T SWISS T" indicates the presence of tritium-based luminous material, though the specific illumination performance is not noted.
- Visible features
- • Silver-tone dial with signs of patina throughout • Riveted stainless steel Oyster bracelet • Stylized leaf-shaped hands
- Case and Bracelet
- The watch is housed in a stainless steel Oyster case, a signature construction for the brand. The case measures 25mm in diameter, adapting the structural design of larger masculine counterparts to a smaller form factor. The original crown remains attached to the side of the case. The timepiece is secured by a riveted Oyster bracelet, which features a distinct construction style consistent with the period of manufacture. This bracelet assembly complements the steel finish of the case and serves as the original attachment for the watch.
- Movement and Functionality
- The Rolex Lady Oyster Precision is defined as a mechanical timepiece. It relies on a manually wound or automatic mechanical movement, consistent with the brand's historically persistent offering of mechanical caliber options for this size category. The watch functions as a timekeeping instrument without additional complications mentioned. The construction emphasizes durability and longevity, characteristics often associated with the Oyster line, while maintaining a petite aesthetic profile.
Identification
- 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: Movement caliber is not identified in the provided text
- Research required: Exact production year is not specified beyond 'late 60s'