Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34 Ref. 1500 'Shantung Mosaic Blue' Dial 1970

This specific Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34 Ref. 1500 from 1970 (2.2M serial) features a rare shantung mosaic blue dial. This dial was produced exclusively for the Japanese & Hong Kong market which involves weaving silk threads across the dial to create this effect, it is truly captivating in different light. The watch is in good condition considering its age and is performing well, ready for its next owner.

Introduced by Rolex in the early 1960s, the Oyster Perpetual Date Ref. 1500 quickly became known as the more cost effect option to it’s bigger brother - the Rolex Datejust. Coming in at 34mm the Oyster Perpetual Date Ref. 1500 is a great option for robust everyday wear while also looking smart with a suit. Due to its size it also is a great option for smaller wrists, especially ladies. The in-house Caliber. 1570 movement also powers the Rolex Datejust of the same era, this grants exceptional performance for the fraction of the cost of a Datejust.

Details
- Maker
  
  Rolex
- Model
  
  Oyster Perpetual Date 34
- Reference
  
  1500
- Year
  
  1970
- Serial
  
  226XXXX
- Box & Papers
  
  No
- Movement
  
  Caliber. 1570, automatic w/ 48-hour power reserve
- Dial & Hands
  
  Blue shantung mosaic dial w/ tritium lume & stick hands
- Bezel
  
  Smooth, stainless steel
- Crystal
  
  Acrylic
- Bracelet/Strap
  
  Oyster 7835 bracelet w/ 12 links, stainless steel
- Performance
  
  Watch is fully functioning and running
Dimensions

Diameter: 34mm; lug width: 19mm; thickness: 10.5mm
Materials

Stainless steel

A rare and interesting dial configuration
Well proportioned size on wrist
Unisex for men and women

Some scratches on case and bracelet
Minor ding on left lug

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