The Watch
The Cellini is probably the least-known series in the Rolex catalogue, the Cellini was first introduced in the early 1960’s and was named after Italian artist Benvenuto Cellini. The watch was the brainchild of marketing director Rene-Paul Jeanneret, who wanted Rolex to offer a high-end dress style timepiece as an alternative to the sports watches they were known for.
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The example we have here is the very elegant reference 5112-8, the 32mm Case is crafted in 18k Gold. This guy dates from 1989 and comes with its complete full set of Inner and Outer Boxes, Receipts, Book, Guarantees, Wallet, Swing Tag and it is even on the Original Leather strap with 18k Gold Rolex Buckle.
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The Cellini is all original and in fantastic condition, it's such a rare find to see one so complete and barely worn.
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View this Cellini in a video: here
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The Specs
Age: c.1989.
Reference: 5112-8.
Serial Number: L77XXXX
Movement: Manual Wind.
Calibre: 1601.
Timekeeping: Keeping Excellent Time.
Service History: Fully Serviced, December 2023.
Dial: Original Rolex Champagne Factory Dial.
Case: 18k Gold.
Measurements: 32mm.
The Specs
Age: c.1989.
Reference: 5112-8.
Serial Number: L77XXXX
Movement: Manual Wind.
Calibre: 1601.
Timekeeping: Keeping Excellent Time.
Service History: Fully Serviced, December 2023.
Dial: Original Rolex Champagne Factory Dial.
Case: 18k Gold.
Measurements: 32mm.
Bezel: Solid.
Water Resistant?: No.
Hands: Original Handset.
Crystal: Original.
Crown: Original.
Strap/Bracelet: Original Rolex Dark Brown Leather Strap with Original Rolex 18k Buckle.
Lug Width: 17mm
Hands: Original Handset.
Crystal: Original.
Crown: Original.
Strap/Bracelet: Original Rolex Dark Brown Leather Strap with Original Rolex 18k Buckle.
Lug Width: 17mm
Getting Acquainted
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Bits that stand out:
- Completely Original with Full Set.
- In Superb Condition.
- 18k Gold Case and Buckle.
- Excellent Investment Opportunity.
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Nitty Gritty:
-None really!
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Nitty Gritty:
-None really!
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Overall the Cellini is in Superb Vintage condition.
The Case is in excellent condition and has a sharp original finish.
The crown is in excellent shape.
Crystal is also in excellent shape.
The strap looks like it has been worn 6-10 times, it is in good order and has plenty of wear left.
The Dial is in fantastic Vintage Order and looks absolutely fantastic on the Wrist.
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Fantastic Rolex Investment.
Fantastic Rolex Investment.