Rolex - Date - 1500 - Men - 1970

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Rolex Date Ref. 1500 from 1970 in a 34 mm stainless steel Oyster case with automatic movement and a gold dial, fitted to a steel Oyster bracelet, complete with original box, papers and warranty, in very good condition.

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Rolex Date Ref. 1500 – 1970 Rare Radial Dial Stainless Steel Full Set Box & Papers

Offered is a highly desirable Rolex Date reference 1500, dating to 1970 and featuring the sought-after rare radial silver dial. This classic vintage Rolex combines timeless design with reliable automatic performance, making it an attractive piece for both collectors and enthusiasts.

The watch features a 34 mm stainless steel Oyster case paired with its original folded Oyster bracelet. The elegant silver radial dial is fitted with applied baton hour markers and bar-shaped hands, creating a refined and highly wearable appearance.

Powered by a Rolex automatic self-winding movement, the watch displays hours, minutes, sweep seconds, and date. The acrylic crystal and non-quickset date configuration are characteristic of this period of Rolex production.

This example is offered as a complete collector's set, including its original Rolex box and papers.

Specifications:

* Brand: Rolex
* Model: Date
* Reference: 1500
* Year: 1970
* Movement: Automatic self-winding
* Case material: Stainless steel
* Case diameter: 34 mm
* Dial: Rare silver radial dial
* Crystal: Plexiglass (acrylic)
* Bracelet: Rolex Oyster bracelet (folded steel)
* Bezel: Smooth stainless steel bezel
* Functions: Hours, minutes, sweep seconds, date
* Caseback: Screw-down

Included in Sale:

* Original Rolex watch
* Original Rolex box
* Original papers/documentation

Condition:

Presented in very good vintage condition with signs of careful wear consistent with age. The dial, case, and bracelet remain well-preserved. Please review all photographs carefully for a complete assessment of condition.

Remarks:

A rare and collectible Rolex Date reference 1500 featuring the desirable radial dial and accompanied by its original box and papers. An increasingly difficult configuration to find as a complete set.

Rolex Date Ref. 1500 – 1970 Rare Radial Dial Stainless Steel Full Set Box & Papers

Offered is a highly desirable Rolex Date reference 1500, dating to 1970 and featuring the sought-after rare radial silver dial. This classic vintage Rolex combines timeless design with reliable automatic performance, making it an attractive piece for both collectors and enthusiasts.

The watch features a 34 mm stainless steel Oyster case paired with its original folded Oyster bracelet. The elegant silver radial dial is fitted with applied baton hour markers and bar-shaped hands, creating a refined and highly wearable appearance.

Powered by a Rolex automatic self-winding movement, the watch displays hours, minutes, sweep seconds, and date. The acrylic crystal and non-quickset date configuration are characteristic of this period of Rolex production.

This example is offered as a complete collector's set, including its original Rolex box and papers.

Specifications:

* Brand: Rolex
* Model: Date
* Reference: 1500
* Year: 1970
* Movement: Automatic self-winding
* Case material: Stainless steel
* Case diameter: 34 mm
* Dial: Rare silver radial dial
* Crystal: Plexiglass (acrylic)
* Bracelet: Rolex Oyster bracelet (folded steel)
* Bezel: Smooth stainless steel bezel
* Functions: Hours, minutes, sweep seconds, date
* Caseback: Screw-down

Included in Sale:

* Original Rolex watch
* Original Rolex box
* Original papers/documentation

Condition:

Presented in very good vintage condition with signs of careful wear consistent with age. The dial, case, and bracelet remain well-preserved. Please review all photographs carefully for a complete assessment of condition.

Remarks:

A rare and collectible Rolex Date reference 1500 featuring the desirable radial dial and accompanied by its original box and papers. An increasingly difficult configuration to find as a complete set.

Details

Brand
Rolex
Gender
Men
Model
Date
Reference number
1500
Band material
Steel
Shipped insured
Yes
Band length
Regular (180–200 mm)
Period
1970-1979
Repainted dial
No
Movement
Automatic
Dial colour
Gold
Case material
Stainless steel
Original box included
Yes
Original papers included
Yes
Original warranty included
Yes
Case diameter
34 mm
Condition
Very good - minor signs of wear
Year
1970
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