Description
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The Rolex Datejust ref. 1601 in 18K gold represents the Datejust at its most luxurious. Combining the iconic 36mm Oyster case with solid 18K yellow gold construction, engine-turned bezel and the distinguished President or Jubilee bracelet, this reference was the dress watch of choice for discerning collectors throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Wearing one today is wearing a piece of golden-age Rolex history.
Specifications
Brand
Rolex
Reference
1601
Year
ca. 1965
Material
18K Gold
Caliber
Cal. 1570 Automatic
1965
Golden era Rolex
36 mm
Solid gold Oyster
Cal. 1570
Proven automatic
Solid gold elegance from Rolex's golden age.
Condition:
This 18K gold Datejust 1601 carries the beautiful warmth that only solid gold develops with age. The case and bracelet show the natural patina of decades of wear, and the acrylic crystal gives the dial a characteristic soft glow that sapphire cannot match.
The Heart:
Powered by the Rolex Calibre 1570, a robust and reliable automatic movement that has proven its longevity across thousands of Rolex references. When properly serviced by a Rolex specialist, this calibre continues to perform excellently.
Guarantee:
As a vintage gold Rolex, this watch requires inspection and servicing by a qualified specialist. No modern warranty applies; water resistance should never be assumed without professional testing.
Authenticity:
The gold ref. 1601 is identified by its solid 18K case, engine-turned gold bezel, acrylic crystal, Cyclops date magnifier and the distinctive warmth of aged gold that no plated alternative can replicate — a true Rolex of the golden era.
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Gold Rolex Heritage
What vintage Datejust combines solid 18K gold with the most classic Rolex proportions?
A gold Datejust 1601 occupies a special place in vintage Rolex collecting. Solid 18K gold throughout — not plated, not gold-capped — it develops a warmth and character over decades that only precious metal can achieve. Paired with the engine-turned bezel and a dial in champagne, silver or rare tropical tones, it is quietly magnificent.
Solid gold, silent statement, timeless Rolex.
The 18K gold Datejust 1601 is the kind of watch that rewards those who look closely. Its golden case, warm acrylic crystal and whisper-quiet elegance make it one of the most refined vintage Rolex references available — and one that continues to appreciate with age.
