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8036

Rolex

Ref. 4651/8

Cellini

An elegant and exquisite yellow gold wristwatch with octagonal diamond-set bezel, blue dial and integrated bracelet

Estimate
HK$40,000 - 80,000
€4,400 - 8,800
$5,100 - 10,300
HK$177,800
Lot Details
Manufacturer
Rolex
Year
Circa 1981, Switzerland
Reference No
4651/8
Case No
6'941'231, inside caseback stamped “4651”
Model Name
Cellini
Material
18K yellow gold
Calibre
Manual, cal. 1601, 19 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
18K yellow gold Rolex bracelet, stamped “849”, max length 180mm
Clasp/Buckle
18K yellow gold Rolex concealed folding clasp
Dimensions
27mm width x 35mm height
Signed
Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed
Accessories
Delivered with Rolex service card.
Catalogue Essay
• When it comes to elegance and sophistication, few watch designs can rival the allure of Rolex dress watches. The sleek and slim profile of these timepieces exudes a sense of refinement and class. Cellini timepieces, in particular, embody this elegance with their understated yet distinctive design. The clean lines and minimalist aesthetic of the Cellini collection make them perfect companions for those seeking a sophisticated timepiece that seamlessly transitions from day to night. Beyond their visual appeal, what sets Rolex Cellini timepieces apart is the exceptional craftsmanship that goes into their creation. Each Cellini watch is meticulously handcrafted by master artisans, ensuring utmost precision and attention to detail.

• The Rolex Cellini ref. 4651 is a sophisticated timepiece that exemplifies Rolex’s mastery in blending elegant design with advanced watchmaking technology. Its distinctive octagonal bezel with a rectangular profile sets it apart from the more conventional round and square watches, adding a unique architectural flair to the wrist. This model is available in a variety of dial finishes, including lacquered wood, cream, red, or even onyx. Enhanced with diamond accents, the blue dial of the present ref. 4651/8 is rarer and offers an uncommon depth and richness. Offered in excellent condition, this present example is well-suited for both everyday wear and special occasions, offering timeless style with a touch of luxury.

Rolex

Swiss | 1905
Founded in 1905 England by Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis as Wilsdorf & Davis, it soon became known as the Rolex Watch Company in 1915, moving its headquarters to Geneva in 1919. Like no other company, the success of the wristwatch can be attributed to many of Rolex's innovations that made them one of the most respected and well-known of all luxury brands. These innovations include their famous "Oyster" case — the world's first water resistant and dustproof watch case, invented in 1926 — and their "Perpetual" — the first reliable self-winding movement for wristwatches launched in 1933. They would form the foundation for Rolex's Datejust and Day-Date, respectively introduced in 1945 and 1956, but also importantly for their sports watches, such as the Explorer, Submariner and GMT-Master launched in the mid-1950s.One of its most famous models is the Cosmograph Daytona. Launched in 1963, these chronographs are without any doubt amongst the most iconic and coveted of all collectible wristwatches. Other key collectible models include their most complicated vintage watches, including references 8171 and 6062 with triple calendar and moon phase, "Jean Claude Killy" triple date chronograph models and the Submariner, including early "big-crown" models and military-issued variants.
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