*Unpolished* 1972 Rolex Oyster-Perpetual (Ref. 1002) Blue Mosaic Dial

*Unpolished* 1972 Rolex Oyster-Perpetual (Ref. 1002) Blue Mosaic Dial

This gorgeous ref. 1002 from 1972 is an especially eye-catching offering, featuring a striking tropical blue mosaic dial that somehow gets more interesting the more you look at it and let light play off of it. This would make a great start for a new vintage collector, or be a great addition to an expanding collection as a daily driver.

SPECS

Stock # RLXOP1002-6
Brand Rolex
Style Oyster-Perpetual
Model 1002
Serial 30XXXXX
Size Men's
Material Stainless Steel
Dial Blue "Mosaic" Dial
Millimeters 34
Strap 2pc Handmade Leather Strap
CASE & BRACELET

The 34mm case is believed to remain unpolished with strong factory finishing on both the tops and bottoms of the symmetrical lugs and honest signs of use throughout. The smooth stainless steel bezel is unpolished and shows light signs of honest use. The case back is unpolished as well and features a personalized engraving to the original owner for 20 years of service to Electric Inc. The watch comes supplied on a two-piece leather strap.

DIAL & HANDS

The blue mosaic dial is truly beautiful and also rarely seen on ref. 1002's. The dial itself is in well-preserved vintage condition and it does show some appropriate signs of age, most notable is the oxidation around the hour markers which is common. The tritium lume plots have aged to an excellent cream coloration and exhibit no degradation when inspected under UV light. The original tritium hands match the dial nicely and display no degradation when inspected under UV light.

ACCESSORIES

None. The watch is keeping time, the previous service history is unknown. A movement service can be provided upon request.

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