{"product_id":"rolex-precision-ladies-cocktail-watch-manual-wind-rare-1948-solid-gold-original-seashell-box","title":"Rolex Precision Ladies Cocktail Watch Manual Wind - Rare 1948 - Solid Gold + Original Seashell Box","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1948\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox\/Papers\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yes\/No\/Yes - TWW Authenticity Guarantee Card   \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial\u003c\/strong\u003e: 559065\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15.5mm (17mm with crown)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rolex \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eManual Wind \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal\u003c\/strong\u003e: Acrylic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrap Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fits up to a 6.3 inch wrist \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptionally rare and truly captivating vintage, \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eearly post-war\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Rolex cocktail watch dating back to 1948. \u003c\/span\u003eThis elegant timepiece features a solid 18ct gold case paired with a beautifully crafted 9ct solid gold bracelet, both preserved in outstanding condition for their age. Mechanically, the watch is running flawlessly and keeping excellent time within specification. It is further accompanied by its original Rolex Seashell presentation box, adding an extra layer of collectability, value and charm. This \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ewatch represents a rare opportunity to own an authentic and highly desirable vintage Rolex \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003efrom an important period in the brand’s history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRolex’s earliest ladies’ cocktail watches, which are often referred to as jewellery watches, first appeared in the 1920s and 1930s. By the late 1940s, Rolex introduced the “Precision” designation, marking a new standard of accuracy and craftsmanship. This watch is a fine example from that transitional period, making it one of the earlier pieces associated with the Precision line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile many cocktail watches seen today originate from the “golden era” of the late 1950s and 1960s, characterised by larger cases and more elaborate bracelet designs, earlier examples such as this are significantly rarer and their design offer a glimpse into the evolution of Rolex’s ladies’ watchmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - The beautiful off-white satin dial with gold markers and hands has been extremely well preserved and remains remarkably in near-mint condition with only light sins of age, which are visible under magnification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - The solid 18ct case is in fantastic shape for a watch of this age and shows just light signs of wear. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCrown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - The large and easy to operate original, Rolex signed crown works perfectly in all of its functions and remains in remarkable condition as the rest of the watch. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMovement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - The watch encases its original Rolex manual wind movement which is working flawlessly and keeping excellent time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCase back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - The original case back shows light signs of wear, still displaying the Rolex stamp and serial number clearly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eStrap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - This piece has an amazing original solid 9ct gold Rolex strap which is in fantastic condition! It shows only light wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCrystal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - The crystal is in near-mint condition, with no visible signs of wear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor a watch of this age, this piece is in spectacular order and is ready to wear!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIf you have any further questions about this piece, please don’t hesitate to contact us via email or Instagram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e@thewristwatcher1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ethewristwatcher1@gmail.com \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTerms of sale\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePlease note these are vintage timepieces and their timekeeping abilities will never be the same as modern equivalents. We ensure that all of our watches are keeping time within vintage specification. We categorise watches as keeping good time when they’re running within +\/- 10 seconds per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe are a registered limited company and can be found on Companies House and therefore are legally required to accept returns within 14 days and provide our customers with fully authentic timepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe guarantee the full authenticity of all out of timepieces. Each piece is fully tested and inspected by our watchmaker to ensure both full functionality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eInternational customers are responsible for customs charges when receiving a purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe cannot guarantee any water resistance due to the age of these watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReturns\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCustomers may return their purchased item within 14 days of delivery date as long as the item(s) are returned in the same condition as received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eInternational buyers are responsible for customs charges that apply when returning an item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eT2361\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wrist Watcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57082478068085,"sku":null,"price":1950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/6498\/8722\/files\/7A58FCAC-1BE3-49B8-804C-2D5BD213E222.jpg?v=1776529498","url":"https:\/\/www.thewristwatcher.co.uk\/products\/rolex-precision-ladies-cocktail-watch-manual-wind-rare-1948-solid-gold-original-seashell-box","provider":"The Wrist Watcher","version":"1.0","type":"link"}