Rolex Orchid Ref. 2683 – 18K Yellow Gold – Manual Winding – Circa 1970s An elegant vintage Rolex Orchid reference 2683, dating from approximately the mid-1970s. This refined ladies’ wristwatch features a distinctive sculpted tonneau-shaped case crafted in 18K yellow gold, measuring approximately 22 mm, paired with a warm champagne dial and applied baton hour markers. The watch is powered by the Rolex calibre 1400 manual-winding movement with 17 jewels. The movement, case and dial are all signed by Rolex. The inside case back is stamped “18K / 750” and carries the reference number 2683, confirming the solid gold case construction. The watch is fitted with a black leather strap and a Rolex-signed gold-plated buckle. The case shows age-related surface marks and light signs of previous wear consistent with a vintage watch of this period. The dial presents attractively. The black leather strap shows clear signs of wear and age, including visible creasing and surface deterioration from previous use. The Rolex-signed gold-plated buckle is present. Specifications * Brand: Rolex * Model: Orchid * Reference: 2683 * Approximate period: Mid-1970s * Case material: 18K yellow gold * Case size: Approx. 22 mm * Movement: Manual winding * Calibre: Rolex 1400 * Jewels: 17 * Dial: Champagne * Case shape: Tonneau / sculpted case * Strap: Black leather * Buckle: Rolex signed, gold-plated * Signed dial, case and movement A distinctive and less commonly encountered vintage Rolex, combining refined 1970s design with solid 18K gold construction and a traditional hand-wound Rolex movement.