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Rolex Cellini 1972 Cellini Vintage Mens Midsize Handwound Oval Watch Ref. 3881 - 18K Gold

Pre-owned () | Year of production 1972 | No original box | No original papers
$4,046
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Basic Info
Listing code EW05X9
Brand Rolex
Model Cellini
Reference number 8859
Dealer product code 8859
Movement Manual winding
Case material Yellow gold
Bracelet material Leather
Year of production 1972
Condition
Scope of delivery
No original box, no original papers
Gender Men's watch/Unisex
Location United States of America, Georgia, Suwanee
Price $4,046
Availability Item is in stock

Caliber
Movement Manual winding
Caliber/movement 1600
Number of jewels 19

Case
Case material Yellow gold
Case diameter 33 x 34 mm
Dial Gold (solid)

Bracelet/strap
Bracelet material Leather
Bracelet color Black

Description
1972 ROLEX CELLINI Vintage Mens Midsize Handwound Oval Watch, Ref. 3881 - 18K Gold

Mint Restored Condition - Very Fine & Classic - 1 Year Warranty

Today's offering showcases this gorgeous ref. 3881 oval shaped vintage Rolex from the Cellini Collection.

Rolex designed the Cellini to be the pre-eminent symbol of elegance and performance. A premier dress watch, this Cellini has an 18K gold case indexed bark finish textured bezel, striking champagne dial, and high-grade handwound caliber 1600 movement.

It has 100% of its original parts. It has just finished a true expertly done restoration and presents in perfect condition - a 9.7 or 9.8 out of 10.

Its case presents as mint. Its original dial has been meticulously restored - the printing is perfect and could pass as Rolex factory even under heavy magnification.

A Master Watchmaker has just overhauled the movement, which is near pristine. It continues to keep very accurate time.

For the finishing touch we have equipped it with a brand new leather strap and aftermarket Rolex style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year our international warranty on the movement and its function and a full-page custom printed Certificate of Authenticity from our company.

An more than half century old Cellini that presents like new!

Rolex Cellini:

Rolex Cellini watches feature well-executed mechanisms and classic styles. They serve as both a precision wristwatch and a discriminating fashion statement. Phil Michelson has worn a Cellini for a number of years.

Detailed Appraisal:

Manufacturer: Rolex

Country of origin: Switzerland

Model: Reference 3881, Cellini

Serial no.: 3,140,194

Year made: c. 1972

Functions: Hours and Minutes

Designed for: Men

Case material: 18K gold

Case condition: Mint. The factory coronet and serial number are still fully intact. The hallmarks shows light signs of having been polished. The lines on the lugs are very crisp. On the wrist it presents as perfect mint.

Case markings (inside): Montres Rolex S.A., Geneve, Switzerland, 3881

Dimensions: 33mm diameter (excluding crown), 34mm long

Dial: Champagne, signed Rolex Cellini, Swiss, expertly and perfectly restored

Hands: Original, gold batons

Movement type: High-grade, manually wound, Cal. 1600, rhodium plated, 19 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber

Movement markings: Rolex Geneva Swiss, 19 Rubies, 1600

Jewels: 19 rubies

Band: Leather (aftermarket) with Teju lizard grain, remoborde, brand new and unworn with aftermarket Rolex buckle

We also stock lizard and a variety of others straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.

Serviced: A Master Watchmaker has just overhauled the movement, which is near pristine.

Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It continues to keep very accurate time.

Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of four watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts.

Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please message us for details.

Box/Papers: BOX - A custom watch presentation box from our company; PAPERS - A full page, laminated Certificate of Authenticity from our company.

SKU 8859

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Suwanee, United States of America
English, Czech
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Suwanee, United States of America
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