Technical Details & Model History

• Case: 18kt white gold, elegant rectangular shape typical of the Cellini line, measuring 26 mm × 32 mm
• Movement: manual winding Rolex caliber 1600
• Dial: original blue dial, extremely rare and refined
• Crystal: sapphire
• Strap: original black crocodile leather strap
• Buckle: original Rolex stainless steel buckle
• Reference: 4012
• Year of production: 1975
• Condition: exceptional, still retaining traces of the original factory protective lacquer on the caseback

Key Features

• Extremely rare 18kt white gold version, produced in very limited numbers
• Original blue dial, one of the hardest configurations to find for reference 4012
• Pure and elegant design, far removed from Rolex’s traditional sports models, intended for a sophisticated clientele
• Outstanding state of preservation, with remnants of the original factory protective coating still present

Historical Context

During the 1970s, Rolex developed the Cellini line to explore a more classical and elegant aesthetic, inspired by Italian Renaissance art. Reference 4012 stands as one of the most refined expressions of this collection: a rectangular white gold case paired with an exceptionally elegant blue dial. This 1975 example, preserved in near-unworn condition, represents an absolute rarity and a unique opportunity for collectors who value quality, originality, and understated refinement.