Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date in blue "Shantung "dail ref 1501/8 sellable-watch The first reference was the

The first reference was the Reference 6239

The lume dots are all intact and have aged to a nice rich tone that matches the hand lume perfectly

and tritium—all of these elements contribute to a certain feeling we love

The 41mm case is strong

A copy of the ledger page mentioning this exact watch will be included in the sale—a rare piece of documentation that further cements this watch’s historical importance

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date in blue "Shantung "dail ref 1501/8 sellable-watch The first reference was theAmong the vast array of vintage Rolex dials, there are a few that truly shine, and the Shantung or mosaic dial is certainly one of them! Named after a luxurious silk fabric known for its distinctive grooves, often called the "king of silks," the Shantung dial mirrors this fine texture with irregularly patterned grooves. This example is housed in a reference 1501 OP Date in 18k yellow gold, with an engine turned bezel. We actually think this bezel acts