Technical Details & Model History

• Case: 14kt yellow gold, 34 mm diameter
• Movement: automatic Rolex caliber 1570 with date
• Dial: original silvered with applied indexes
• Crystal: plexiglass with Cyclops lens
• Strap: original brown crocodile with Rolex gold buckle
• Reference: 1501
• Year of production: 1980
• Condition: exceptional—virtually new old stock, still with original Rolex tag and serial number

Key Features

• 14kt yellow gold model, less common compared to steel or 18kt gold versions
• Elegant and understated silvered dial, perfectly preserved
• Original vintage strap with signed Rolex buckle
• Presence of the original tag with serial number: a very rare detail certifying the integrity of the piece

Historical Context

The Rolex Date ref. 1501 is a timeless classic, produced during the 1970s and 1980s. This 1980 example in 14kt yellow gold, preserved as new old stock with its original tag, represents an exceptionally rare timepiece that has remained intact over time—perfect for collectors seeking unique, untouched examples.