The Rolex Date and Datejust are some of the most iconic and beloved Rolex watches ever made. Launched in 1945, it has remained a timeless classic, instantly recognizable as an item of true quality and functional design.
Taking all those iconic cues from the men's Date and shrinking them down, this ladies' Date is a dynamic classic, perfect for quite literally any setting. Featuring a 26mm stainless steel case with white gold fluted bezel, silver dial, and a rivet oyster bracelet, this piece would make an excellent start for a new vintage collector, or be a great addition to an expanding collection.
SPECS
| Stock # | RLXLD6517-2 | |
| Brand | Rolex | |
| Style | Ladydate | |
| Model | 6516 | |
| Serial | 16XXXX | |
| Size | Women's |
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| Material | Stainless Steel | |
| Dial | Cream "Aged" | |
| Millimeters | 26 | |
| Bracelet | Rolex 7204 Oyster Rivet Bracelet W/ 66 End Pieces |
CASE & BRACELET
The stainless steel case is minimally polished, and is in excellent condition, showing elements of light use throughout. The smooth stainless steel bezel is in clean overall condition with gentle wear present. The era-correct Rolex 7204 Oyster rivet bracelet with 66 end pieces dates to 1970 and retains 12 links that show light stretch and will fit up to a 6 1/2-inch wrist.
DIAL & HANDS
The original cream dial exhibits some honest gentle aging and patina with no actual damage or marks presents. The radium lume plots have aged to a dark patina and exhibit nominal degradation when inspected under UV light. The original radium alpha hands match the dial perfectly with no degradation present under UV light inspection. The red date wheel is original with 'open' 6's and 9's.
ACCESSORIES
None. The watch is keeping time, but the service history is unknown. A movement service can be provided upon request.
