Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1504/8, Gold, Historical Wear

$19,290.00 USD

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A textured engraved bezel frames the gold-coloured dial of this Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1504/8.

The Piece

Case diameter is 34 mm with 11 mm thickness, and separately records a maximum 18.5 cm wrist fit and 58.3 g item mass. A movement check and average+10 seconds/day figure describe past observations, not a new timing result.

Details

Maker/reference: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1504/8
Case/fastening: K18 yellow gold case and maker K18 yellow gold buckle
Strap: Maker crocodile strap as unused
Case dimensions: 34×11 mm (1.34×0.43 in)
Fit: Maximum 18.5 cm (7.28 in)
Mass: 58.3 g
Mechanism: Automatic; movement check and +10 seconds/day
Specific wear: Glass marks, dial/hand/index ageing, case/back/lug marks and impacts
Included: Undated Hong Kong guarantee, chronometer paper, booklet, inner/outer boxes

Condition

A includes slight glass rubbing, deterioration on hands, indices and dial edge, case-side scratches, and back/lug lines and impact marks. The strap was described as unused at that time, not newly fitted or currently unworn. The outer box has slight rubbing. A separate business's three-year service terms are not imported as transferable maker or house cover. See Japanese condition ranks.

Authenticity & Care

Keep dry pending a current seal and pressure assessment, and have a qualified watchmaker inspect winding, time/date setting and fastening before wear. The crocodile strap and gold buckle need separate checks for flexibility, stitching and secure engagement. Do not polish the engraved bezel or open the case at home. Match documents to the actual reference and serial, and review destination requirements for the animal-material strap before dispatch. Rate figures and old paperwork are not current performance, ownership or export-clearance certificates.