1953 Rolex Lady-Datejust 18K YG (Ref. 6517) Champagne Dial W/ Mesh Bracelet

Taking all those iconic cues from the men's Date and shrinking them down, this ladies' Date is one for the ages. Featuring an 18k gold case with a matching mesh bracelet and a champagne dial, it's

just about as regal and eye-catching as possible, though it could just as easily be worn with jeans and a tee shirt as it could an evening gown.

This piece would make an excellent start for a new vintage collector, or be a great addition to an expanding collection.

SPECS

Stock # RLXLD6517YG
Brand Rolex
Style Lady-Datejust
Model 6517
Serial 80XXXX
Size Women's
Material 18K Yellow Gold
Dial Champagne
Millimeters 26
Bracelet Rolex 18K YG Mesh Bracelet
CASE & BRACELET

The 18k yellow gold case is in exceptional condition, showing signs of gentle use with minimal evidence of previous polishing and present factory finishing throughout. The fluted bezel retains crisp lines and dimensions with light signs of use present. The case back features no factory markings and only light signs of wear. The watch is supplied on its original Rolex mesh bracelet with a signed micro-adjust clasp which remains in excellent condition, showing minimal wear and almost no stretch. The bracelet will fit between a 7 1/4-inch and a 7 1/2-inch wrist.

DIAL & HANDS

The original champagne sunburst dial shows very little age with the slightest speckling patina present. The radium lume plots all remain intact when inspected under UV light and have achieved a charming golden-beige patina. The original radium alpha hands have aged to a dark patina, under UV light inspection the minute hand is missing a small portion of lume and remains stable while the hour hand remains fully intact. The 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.

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