Rolex Orchid 9677

Rolex 1963 Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - 18K White Gold & Diamonds

Basic Info Listing code : LRAVU0 Brand : Rolex Reference number : 9677 Dealer product code : 9677 Movement : Manual winding Case material : White gold Bracelet material : White gold Year of production : 1963 Condition : Used (Very good) Most Recent Servicing : September 25, 2024 Scope of delivery : No original box, no original papers Gender : Women's watch Location : United States of America, Georgia, Suwanee Price : 6,455 Availability : Item is in stock Caliber Movement : Manual winding Caliber/movement : 1400 Number of jewels : 17 Case Case material : White gold Case diameter : 15 x 46.5 mm Crystal : Plastic Dial : Silver Bracelet/strap Bracelet material : White gold Bracelet color : Silver 1963 ROLEX Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - 18K White Gold & Diamonds Very Rare & Exquisite - All Original - 1 Year Warranty Today's offering showcases this rare and exquisite Certified Pre-Owned Rolex creation. It is all-original and stunning - our photos couldn't do it justice. It is a special creation and given its style it likely was made for Bucherer - according to Bucherer advertisement from the period, watches similar to this were made exclusively for the Swiss retailer. As Hess and Dowling state in their authoritative work on Rolex, watches like this are, "in fact, the last hand made Rolex watches." Bejeweled with sixty-six (66) diamonds, the 18K white Rolex gold case is absolutely stunning! Showcasing a beautiful open geometric ribbon design with full large brilliant diamond bezel, this cocktail watch as it is called, added the perfect finishing touch to outfits worn to galas, award ceremonies, or other special gatherings. It is hinged in two places to better fit the contour of the wrist. The brilliant diamonds are white, near flawless, and full of fire as one would expect from original Rolex factory set diamonds. We were fortunate to acquire this important Rolex in pleasing all-original condition, down to the untouched dial, hands and original winding crown. It has a beautiful fancy brick link bracelet. Its case is in excellent condition with only light wear and only very light signs of previous polishing. Despite what the photos seem to suggest, the original serial number and coronet stamping on the back is still fully intact. Its original silver dial is gorgeous mint. One of our Master Watchmakers who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker (for many years now Rolex does not "certify" they only "train"), has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, installing a new correct Rolex mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive poising, timing, testing and regulation (a $795 value). We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time. Detailed Appraisal: Manufacturer: Rolex Country of origin: Switzerland Serial no.: 871,380 Year built: c. 1963 Functions: Hours and Minutes Model: Ref. 2116 Designed for: Women Case material: 18K white gold with diamonds Case markings (inside): Montres Rolex S.A., Geneva, 18K, Geneva, Coronet logo, Swiss Liberty Head hallmark, 2116 Case condition: Excellent with only slight wear and light opening marks where the case is designed to be pried apart for servicing. Despite what the photos seem to suggest, the original serial number and coronet stamping on the back is still fully intact. Dimensions: 15mm wide (excluding crown) 46.5mm long lug tip-to-tip Dial: Light silver, signed Rolex and Precision, white gold baton indexes, original, mint condition Hands: Original, white gold 'alphas' Movement type: Signed Rolex, caliber 1400, rhodium plated, 17 ruby jewels, Kif-flex shock resistance in two places, self-compensating flat balance spring, index regulator Movement Jewels: 17 rubies Band: 18K white gold, stamped, classic brick link design, sized to fit a wrist up to approx. 6.75 inches, excellent condition The length could be adjusted by a jeweler. Crystal type: Mineral glass, vintage, excellent condition Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker (for many years now Rolex does not "certify" they only "train"), has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, installing a new correct Rolex mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive poising, timing, testing and regulation (a $795 value). Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time. Warranty: 1-year warranty. Please message us for details. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts. Box/Papers: BOX - Watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate SKU 9677