Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1002 "Burgundy Tropical Gilt Dial" with punched paper

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual reference 1002 is a classic and historically significant model that helped define Rolex’s mid-century design language.

 

Introduced in the late 1950s, with production continuing through the 1980s, the 1002 was part of Rolex’s straightforward, no-date automatic watch collection—an embodiment of simplicity and refined elegance. It perfectly reflects Rolex’s philosophy of form following function: no complications, just clean lines, reliable performance, and timeless design.

 

In hand, this classic OP features a 34mm case in lovely condition, complemented by an equally nice smooth bezel. The star of the show is the gilt dial, which has aged from black to a fantastic Burgundy-brown hue with a high gloss! So, so nice!

This dial truly feels "alive"—it dances in different lighting, enhanced by the seldom-seen, oddly shaped indexes and the cream-colored lume!

 

The riveted type oyster bracelet ref 7205 is in super nice condition with end links marked 57 and a clasp stamped 3 67. Furthermore the original punched warrantee paper stating a sale in Spain 1970 is included in the sale, which is rarely seen. This simple but gorgeous OP has been fully serviced by our watchmaker.

 

We believe this is a rare opportunity to own a truly special piece. Inquire now to add this beautifully aged classic to your collection.

 

Specifications:

 

• Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference 1002

• 34 mm steel case, smooth bezel, plexi crystal

• Serial 166xxxx dating to 1967

• Gilt tropical dial ,turned to a Burgundy brown tone with unusual markers

• Oyster”riveted” bracelet reference 7205 with end links 57

• Punched warrantee paper stating a sale in Spain 1970

• Fully serviced by our watchmaker

• One-year mechanical warranty

• Free worldwide Fedex Priority shipping