Brand:
Rolex
Model:
Cellini Midas
Year:
1970
Reference:
3581
Original Box:
Not Included
Original Papers:
Not Included
Warranty:
12 months
Overall Condition:
Very Good
Wear level Case:
Barely visible
Wear level Caseback:
Barely visible
Wear level Dial:
None
Wear level Crystal:
None
Wear level Bezel:
Barely visible
Wear level Bracelet Clasp:
Barely visible
Movement Type:
Manual winding
Caliber:
650
Case Material:
White gold
Case Diameter:
23 x 29 mm
Bezel Material:
White gold
Crystal:
Sapphire crystal
Dial Color:
Grey
Bracelet Material:
White gold
Bracelet Color:
Gold
Clasp Type:
Double-fold clasp
Clasp Material:
White gold
This Rolex Queen Midas ref. 3581 is one of the most unusual and distinctive designs within Rolex’s vintage production. Rather than using the familiar Oyster case, the watch is built around a fully integrated geometric construction, with case, bracelet and clasp conceived as a single architectural object. The white-gold execution, broad brushed bracelet and small central dial signed Midas give the piece a strong 1970s character: luxurious, sculptural and far removed from the traditional Rolex image.
The appeal of the Queen Midas lies precisely in its rarity and individuality. There is no date, no seconds hand and no sporting function; everything is focused on form, material and presence. The likely manual-winding Rolex calibre 650 suits the slim construction of the watch perfectly. As a ref. 3581 with an individual number, this example belongs to a particularly collectible side of Rolex: a watch best understood not as a conventional dress piece, but as a wearable design object.