1970 Rolex Oyster Date Mint Condition - Box & Papers (Ref. 1500)
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The Rolex Date 1500, first introduced in the 1950s, is a smaller date-displaying wristwatch with a 34mm case diameter. It shares the same COSC-certified movement as Rolex's Datejust watches from the same era and offers no compromises in terms of timekeeping accuracy or reliability. As one of the least expensive vintage Rolex watches, the reference 1500 offers tremendous value for the money and represents classic Rolex at its best.
The key features of the Rolex Date 1500 include its slightly smaller case, which measures 34mm, similar to the Air-King and Oyster Perpetual models produced at that time. The Oyster case of the reference 1500 Rolex Date offers the same legendary water resistance as Rolex watches, achieved through a screw-down crown and case-back.
Like other vintage Rolex watches, the reference 1500 Date is fitted with an acrylic crystal with Cyclops magnification, which magnifies the calendar display by 2.5 times for facilitated viewing. Sapphire is more scratch-resistant than acrylic, but acrylic can be easily polished if minor scratches or scuffs occur during regular wear and use. The classic configuration for the reference 1500 Date is with a smooth bezel, regardless of metal type. The most commonly found configuration is an entirely stainless steel model with a smooth bezel, but two-tone and solid gold versions are also available with matching gold bezels. Some older Rolex models have their bezels or bracelets swapped for different styles at the point of sale.
The 1500 is a chronometer-certified Perpetual movement, designed and manufactured in-house by Rolex and tested by the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC). It can be powered by the Caliber 1565 or 1575 movements, with the latter offering a higher frequency and longer power reserve. Both Caliber 1565 and 1575 are COSC-certified chronometers, offering nearly identical real-world timekeeping performance. The movements are engraved with either "1560" or "1570" as they are date-displaying versions of the Caliber 1560 and Caliber 1570. The classic configuration for the reference 1500 is paired with the brand's signature three-link Oyster bracelet, but the dressier 5-link Jubilee bracelet is also available. The Rolex Date has a case that measures 2mm smaller than the standard-size Datejust, but the two watches have different lug width measurements and bracelets.
Reference: 1500
Model: Oyster Date
Movement: Automatic
Year: 1970
Contents: Box and Papers
Case: The case is 34mm is in phenomenal condition, unpolished with sharp lugs.
Dial: A perfect silver sunburst dial with amazing tritium lume.
Strap & Buckle: The oyster bracelet is in all original condition with very little wear.
1970 Rolex Oyster Date Mint Condition - Box & Papers (Ref. 1500)
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The Rolex Date 1500, first introduced in the 1950s, is a smaller date-displaying wristwatch with a 34mm case diameter. It shares the same COSC-certified movement as Rolex's Datejust watches from the same era and offers no compromises in terms of timekeeping accuracy or reliability. As one of the least expensive vintage Rolex watches, the reference 1500 offers tremendous value for the money and represents classic Rolex at its best.
The key features of the Rolex Date 1500 include its slightly smaller case, which measures 34mm, similar to the Air-King and Oyster Perpetual models produced at that time. The Oyster case of the reference 1500 Rolex Date offers the same legendary water resistance as Rolex watches, achieved through a screw-down crown and case-back.
Like other vintage Rolex watches, the reference 1500 Date is fitted with an acrylic crystal with Cyclops magnification, which magnifies the calendar display by 2.5 times for facilitated viewing. Sapphire is more scratch-resistant than acrylic, but acrylic can be easily polished if minor scratches or scuffs occur during regular wear and use. The classic configuration for the reference 1500 Date is with a smooth bezel, regardless of metal type. The most commonly found configuration is an entirely stainless steel model with a smooth bezel, but two-tone and solid gold versions are also available with matching gold bezels. Some older Rolex models have their bezels or bracelets swapped for different styles at the point of sale.
The 1500 is a chronometer-certified Perpetual movement, designed and manufactured in-house by Rolex and tested by the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC). It can be powered by the Caliber 1565 or 1575 movements, with the latter offering a higher frequency and longer power reserve. Both Caliber 1565 and 1575 are COSC-certified chronometers, offering nearly identical real-world timekeeping performance. The movements are engraved with either "1560" or "1570" as they are date-displaying versions of the Caliber 1560 and Caliber 1570. The classic configuration for the reference 1500 is paired with the brand's signature three-link Oyster bracelet, but the dressier 5-link Jubilee bracelet is also available. The Rolex Date has a case that measures 2mm smaller than the standard-size Datejust, but the two watches have different lug width measurements and bracelets.
Reference: 1500
Model: Oyster Date
Movement: Automatic
Year: 1970
Contents: Box and Papers
Case: The case is 34mm is in phenomenal condition, unpolished with sharp lugs.
Dial: A perfect silver sunburst dial with amazing tritium lume.
Strap & Buckle: The oyster bracelet is in all original condition with very little wear.