Rolex Datejust 1601 Onyx 1969

Our Rolex Datejust with Onyx Dial from 1969 is truly something special and stands out in a very unique way. Often also considered to be an “Obsidian” dial these are in fact are patinated Onyx dials. Read the full story here:

Rolex Datejust Obsidian Origin History

Our particular model has developed a beautiful patina which is reminding us on a comet that crosses the night sky or the Milky Way. If your truly looking for a one of one watch – this is it.

– wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference –

DIAL:

• original never touched black Onyx dial in flawless condition
• the left side of the dial from six to eleven o’clock is slightly brighter
• in the middle if the dial from six o’clock to the center we have a beautiful patina which is reminding us on a comet that crosses the night sky or the Milky Way
• original hands & crown

BRACELET & CLASP:

• original Rolex 18k yellow gold Jubilee Bracelet (3/69) with some slightly stretch is fitting up to 20 cm wrist size / 2.7 mm thick
• original Rolex 18k yellow gold clasp

CASE:

• excellent overall condition, showing minor traces of use
• 3- body 18k yellow gold case with screw-down case back from Genex SA
• 36 mm (without crown) / 44 mm (lug-to-lug) / 20 mm (between lugs) / 11.7 mm thick
• year: 1969
• reference: 1601
• total weight: 119 g

MOVEMENT:

• Rolex Automatic Caliber 1570
• 25 jewels, 19800 A/h, 48 hours power reserve
• professionally serviced 12/2024
• +7 sec/d / 270°