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The average watch enthusiast doesn’t really care for dress watches from the Rolex stable. But all it takes is one perfectly executed specimen to make one a believer.This beautiful dress piece from 1962 is the epitome of mid century modern elegance. Unlike most Rolex watches, it is executed in a 35 mm 18k yellow gold non-Oyster (and thus, non water resistant) case. It features a bold polished bezel, mushroom-style crown, and angular polished lugs that resemble the Zaratsu polishing style usually associated with Japanese watchmaking from that same era.The cream dial with embossed honeycomb pattern has patinated to a warm honey colored tone and features 18k yellow gold prism shaped indices and applied yellow gold dots on the minute track. These details are complemented by a lovely thick dauphine style 18k yellow gold handset.The watch is in lovely condition, runs on a sturdy hand wound movement, and comes with a cognac colored alligator leather Rolex strap with a gold-plated Rolex ardillon buckle.