Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date with MOP Diamond Dial
Horological object, luxury wristwatch • Rolex (Geneva, Switzerland)
Style & Movement
Modernist Industrial Design / Luxury Horology
Medium & Technique
Stainless steel housing, mother-of-pearl (MOP) dial, diamond-set indices, and mechanical automatic movement
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (c. 1990s-2000s)
Dimensions & Format
Case diameter approximately 34mm-36mm; circular format
Subject Description
A precision timepiece featuring a blue mother-of-pearl dial with diamond hour markers, a date aperture with a cyclops lens at 3 o'clock, and an Oyster bracelet. The design emphasizes functional elegance and material luxury.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Very Good; case and bracelet show light surface abrasions consistent with wear.
Estimated Market Value
$5,000 - $8,500 USD
Auction Estimate
$4,500 - $7,000 USD
Provenance History
Likely retail purchase followed by private secondary market circulation; no specific historical labels visible.
Art Historical Significance
Rolex represents the pinnacle of industrial design in horological history, with the Oyster Perpetual Date being a foundational model in the evolution of water-resistant automatic watches.
Notable Features
Rare blue mother-of-pearl dial configuration which provides iridescent optical properties, elevated by aftermarket or factory-set diamond indices.
Condition Issues
Minor scuffing on the stainless steel bezel and lugs; potential micro-scratches on the sapphire crystal or cyclops lens.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional ultrasonic cleaning of the bracelet, movement servicing every 5-7 years, and storage in a climate-controlled environment to prevent moisture ingress.