Rolex
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1501 – Sunburst Blue Dial (c. 1970s)
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For the connoisseur who appreciates the intersection of classic Rolex geometry and natural vintage character, this Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Reference 1501 offers a distinct presence on the wrist. Featuring a 34mm stainless steel case that wears remarkably bold thanks to its distinctive engine-turned bezel, this timepiece is a masterclass in neo-vintage charm.
The highlight of this piece is its striking, factory-original sunburst blue dial. Over decades, natural UV exposure focused through the cyclops magnification lens has interacted beautifully with the original galvanic plating process. This has revealed a stunning, localized golden undertone right around the date window—a localized "tropical" aging process that serves as an absolute badge of authenticity. It ensures that no other Reference 1501 on earth looks exactly like this one.
Preserved in honest, vintage condition with a crisp 78350 Oyster bracelet and pristine tritium plot degradation, this is a timepiece for the collector who values absolute technical transparency, historical grit, and wearable art.
The Details:
- Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date
- Reference: 1501
- Case Size: 34mm (Stainless Steel)
- Bezel: OEM Stainless Steel Engine-Turned
- Dial: Factory OEM Sunburst Blue (Featuring honest, UV-induced gold aging under the cyclops)
- Bracelet: OEM Rolex Oyster 78350 with minimal stretch
- Crystal: Vintage Acrylic
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