Rolex – Ref. 6517 Date Oyster Perpetual Original 1966 Lady`s 18Kt. Gold Watch – Cal. 1161

This is a 1970 Rolex Datejust ref. 6517, an 18kt gold Lady`s Oyster Perpetual automatic watch produced from the mid 1950s through the early 1970s, one of the longest production runs of any Rolex reference

The 26 mm Oyster case is 18kt gold with a fluted yellow gold bezel. The screw-down caseback carries the correct manufacturer’s hallmarks, serial number, and reference number. The Oyster screw-down crown is original. The acrylic crystal with Cyclops date magnification is in an excellent condition.

The silvered dial has applied gold baton indices, gold hands, and the classic date aperture at 3 o’clock. The dial shows a pleasant tropical patina which adds a special and warm tone. The hands are original.

The movement is the Rolex Calibre 1161, a reliable automatic movement. It has been fully serviced and is in good working order. The Rolex Calibre 1161 is a 26-jewel automatic chronometer movement, adjusted to five positions and temperature. It is the final and most refined version of the movement series that powered the first-generation Lady Datejust, succeeding the Cal. 1130 and Cal. 1160. The 1161 fhas Rolex butterfly rotor and a Glucydur monometallic balance.

The watch is complete with its original lizard leather strap and original Rolex clasp.

This watch has been serviced in-house and is in good working order. It is delivered with our six-month guarantee and our originality certificate. Worldwide shipping is available and inquiries are welcome.