Rolex
1970 Rolex Datejust (Ref. 1601) Grey "Ghost" Dial
The Rolex Datejust is one of the most iconic and most beloved Rolex watches ever made. Launched in 1945, it has remained a timeless classic, instantly recognizable as an item of advanced quality and functional design. The Datejust’s exemplary style makes it an extremely versatile choice, worn just as easily with a suit as with jeans and a t-shirt. The Datejust would make a wonderful starting point for a new vintage collector, and is always a great addition to an expanding collection.
The "Ghost Dial" Datejust's are one of the most sought-after dial variants in the 16XX series of Rolex Datejusts. The grey dial with white text has received the nickname "Ghost Dial" as the white text printed on the dial in certain light blends into the medium grey finish. The "Ghost Dial" dial is a medium grey and not to be mistaken with the more commonly seen grey sunburst dial that has a more metallic-like look making This dial variant not only rare but highly sought-after by the vintage Rolex collector community!
SPECS
| Stock # | RLXDJ160170 | |
| Brand | Rolex | |
| Style | Datejust | |
| Model | 1601 | |
| Serial | 25XXXXX | |
| Size | Men's | |
| Material | SS | |
| Dial | Grey "Ghost" | |
| Millimeters | 36 | |
| Bracelet | Rolex 6251H Jubilee Bracelet W/ 55 End Pieces |
CASE & BRACELET
The excellent case is believed to remain unpolished, exhibiting strong factory finishing and thick lugs that show honest wear from use. The white gold fluted bezel remains in excellent condition showing very little wear from use. The Rolex rolled-link Jubilee bracelet with 55 end pieces was sourced with the watch and is in excellent condition for its age showing medium stretch from use.
DIAL & HANDS
The original pie-pan grey dial has taken on a wonderful "ghost" patina, the dial itself has faded to a pale grey coloration that is similar to the color of the text which creates the sought after ghost effect. The dial exhibits some degradation towards the bottom of the dial. The tritium lume plots have aged to a wonderful yellow coloration which contrasts off the dial nicely and show no degradation under U.V. light inspection. The original tritium hands match the dial perfectly and show no degradation under U.V. light inspection.
ACCESSORIES
None. Watch is running at spec, previous service history is unknown.