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Rolex Cellini Ref. 5071 Obsidian Rare stone dial

A very rare and unusual Rolex has flown in. Never before have we had such a reference at Amsterdam Watch Company with this exceptional collectible stone dial. This men’s model wouldn’t look out of place on a woman’s wrist these days. A true unisex model now.

The 18 kt gold case with a mechanical hand-wound movement has a lug width of 20 mm and flows perfectly into the case shape. The previous owner has always maintained the watch well at the local Rolex dealer and has 2 valuation reports. Herein the dial is referred to as a tiger eye. but is this the case?

With all due respect for the knowledge of our colleagues, unfortunately, we must conclude this is really a different type of stone. It concerns the rare Obsidian.
Obsidian is produced when felsic lava extruded from a volcano cools rapidly with minimal crystal growth. Rarely used as a watch dial and very infrequently used by Rolex in their watches. Only a couple are known in the field.

Perhaps not the most commercial Rolex model, but truly a great opportunity for any self-respecting Rolex collector. We will not be surprised that this is the last time that we can obtain such a model. so make your move!

With box and service certificate 2019

Year

1974
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Brand Rolex
Diameter 28 mm
Model Cellini
Lug Width 22 mm
Reference Ref. 5071
AWCo ID 1234
Year of production (circa) 1974
Warranty 2 year (AWCo)
Material Gold
Dial color Black

The Rolex Datejust is one of the most iconic watch designs ever made. We try not to use the term “iconic” too liberally, but it is surely justified here. Launched back in 1945 as the Ref. 4467, the design has been only marginally updated every now and then. And it has looked fresh and current ever since.

When it comes to vintage, two generations of Datejust are particularly popular; the Ref. 16xx and the later five-digit references. The 16xx models were made from the fifties until  roughly 1978 and feature a beautifully dimensional pie-pan dial. Many of these came on folded jubilee bracelets and they did not yet feature a quickset date.

When the reference was updated to five digits around 1978, the pie-pan dial was replaced by a flat dial. The caliber was updated to now feature a quickset date. A decade later, in 1988, a new update saw the introduction of a sapphire crystal. For us, this is where vintage Datejust becomes modern Datejust.

Countless variations can be found. Different bezels, bracelets, dial colors, sizes and materials. The Datejust is one of the most beloved and versatile watches around. If you are looking for a one-watch-collection, that works equally well with shorts as it does with a three-piece suit, the Datejust is probably a pretty safe bet!

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We strive to promptly handle packages to minimize delays. Delivery times begin from the day of dispatch. While we make every effort to ensure smooth delivery, we cannot be held responsible for delays caused by destination customs, local duties, taxes, or lost items during transit.

Certainly, we understand that overloaded mail-order companies can also contribute to potential delays in the delivery process. Despite our best efforts, external factors beyond our control may affect shipping times. Rest assured, we remain committed to providing timely service and will work diligently to ensure your order reaches you as promptly as possible. For any inquiries or updates, feel free to reach out to us at info@awco.nl. Your satisfaction is our priority.