The Cellini was named after famed Italian sculptor and goldsmith, hence why the collection has always served as a canvas for creative and experimental design for dress watches. This reference 4014 from the 70s pairs a deep vibrant blue dial with a sharp edged rectangular case in 18k white gold. For its price, it's a worth investment for those seeking an alternative to the more coveted Tank Louis.
Founded in 1905 by the visionary Hans Wilsdorf, Rolex was born from a singular, revolutionary idea: to transform the wristwatch from a fragile piece of jewelry into a robust, precise, and reliable daily companion. This ambition was masterfully realized in 1926 with the invention of the Oyster, the world's first waterproof and dustproof wristwatch case. Proven by a triumphant swim across the English Channel on the wrist of Mercedes Gleitze, the Oyster case established the foundational pillar of the brand's identity—performance and dependability in the most demanding conditions—a standard to which every Rolex is held to this day.
Building upon this foundation, Rolex went on to pioneer the defining features of the modern watch, including the self-winding Perpetual rotor in 1931 and the date-displaying Datejust in 1945. The brand then cemented its legend by creating the "professional tool watch" category, developing iconic models engineered for specific endeavors: the Submariner for deep-sea diving, the GMT-Master for intercontinental pilots, and the Cosmograph Daytona for the world of motorsports.
Today, Rolex positions itself as the universal symbol for success, quality, and prestige. As a fully integrated manufacturer, the brand exercises complete control over every component, from smelting its own proprietary gold alloys to assembling its "Superlative Chronometer" certified movements with uncompromising precision.
Overall Grade: 7.5 / 10 | Good Condition, Light Visible Wear Production: est. 1970's Contents: Watch Only Genre: Vintage Dress Watch
Size: 25x32mm Thickness: approx. 6mm Lug Width: approx. 19mm
Case: 18k White Gold, rectangular, brushed finish, light wear Bezel: Integrated, brushed finish, light wear Dial: Blue glossy dial, visible wear and aging Hands: White stick style hands
Crown: 18k White Gold, signed push/pull crown Crystal: Acrylic, flat, light wear Bracelet: Aftermarket leather strap Caseback: 18k White Gold, solid, snap-on caseback Movement: Manual Wind Caliber: 1600