Description
During the mid-20th century, Rolex and Carl F. Bucherer collaborated to create exquisite diamond-set ladies’ cocktail watches, blending Rolex’s renowned precision with Bucherer’s jewelry craftsmanship. These timepieces were often paired with stunning jewel work bracelets adorned with diamonds, exemplifying the elegance of the era. Bucherer’s expertise in jewelry design complemented Rolex’s watchmaking, resulting in pieces that were both functional and luxurious. Today, these Rolex / Carl Bucherer ladies cocktail watches are gaining popularity amongst female collectors due to their unique and elegant designs.
This 18k white gold example features a bezel set with 24 baguette-cut diamonds and a bracelet adorned with six brilliant-cut diamonds that gradually increase in size. All diamonds together add up to 2.2 carats.
The watch has been superbly preserved, showing no signs of damage or restoration whatsoever.
The craftsmanship of both the casing and bracelet is exemplary. This bracelet watch wears like jewelry, creating a smooth, fluid feel around the wrist due to the snake band links.
Bracelet and clasp are both marked CB.
Case, dial and movement are signed by Rolex.
The total length is 18.5 cm, with a clasp offering three different closing positions to accommodate various wrist sizes.