Vintage Rolex Dress Watch – Circa 1960

A beautifully elegant vintage Rolex ladies wristwatch dating to circa 1960, crafted in solid 9ct yellow gold and featuring a refined gold dial that perfectly complements the warmth of the case.

This watch is powered by the classic Rolex calibre 1400 manual-wind movement, a high-quality Swiss movement used in many of Rolex’s fine ladies dress watches of the period. Known for its reliability and precision.

The 1960s marked a period of understated elegance in Rolex design. Watches from this era are admired for their clean lines, slim gold cases, and timeless proportions, making them just as wearable today as they were over half a century ago.

The gold dial enhances the watch’s refined aesthetic, giving it a soft, cohesive look that feels both luxurious and discreet — the hallmark of classic Rolex dress watches.

Why collectors love this watch

• Authentic Rolex from circa 1960

• Fitted with Rolex calibre 1400 manual-wind movement

• Elegant gold dial with classic mid-century styling

• Crafted in solid 9ct yellow gold

• Fully Serviced with Rolex pouch

Because this is a genuine vintage Rolex, only one is available and it cannot be replaced once sold.

Key Specifications

Brand: Rolex

Model: Manual wind (Calibre 1400)

Era: Circa 1960

Movement:

• Manual wind mechanical movement (Rolex Cal. 1400)

• Approx. 17–18 jewels

• Approx. 44-hour power reserve

Case material: 9ct yellow gold

Dial: Gold dial with baton hour markers

Hands: Gold baton hands

Crystal: Acrylic crystal

Dimensions

Case diameter: 20mm

Strap: Gold Wheat Link

Fits wrist: approx. 17.5cm - 18.5cmWeight

Total weight: 20.5g

Condition

The watch is in very good vintage condition, with light signs of wear consistent with age and careful use.

The case remains well preserved, the gold dial retains its elegant appearance, and the movement runs as expected for a vintage mechanical Rolex.

As with all vintage watches, minor signs of age may be present and form part of the watch’s character and history.

A timeless piece of Rolex history

Rolex watches from the 1960s represent a period when the brand perfected the balance between precision engineering and timeless design.

Manual wind Rolex watches offer a particularly special experience, requiring daily winding and creating a more personal connection with the movement — something many collectors value highly.

The simplicity of this watch is exactly what makes it so enduring. It is a piece designed not to follow trends, but to remain elegant for decades.

Owning a vintage Rolex like this is not simply purchasing a watch — it is owning a piece of mid-century Swiss horological heritage.

Purchase with confidence

• Genuine vintage Rolex watch

• Carefully inspected and accurately described

• Secure fully insured shipping

• Carefully packaged for safe delivery

• Questions always welcome

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