Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref. 1501 - Silver Shantung Dial
Year: 1970.
Movement: Rolex automatic 1575 movement.
Case Size: 34mm.
Dial and bezel: Silver Mosaic dial. Engine Turned Bezel.
Crystal: Acrylic crystal.
Strap: Oyster Bracelet.
Comes as watch only. It is common for vintage watches to not come with box and papers. In the rare example that a watch does come with box and papers it will be mentioned in the description. All purchases come with bespoke Watts On Watches packaging and purchase documentation.
As with all watches bought from Watts On Watches, we service all watches and offer a 12 month warranty on all purchases.
Year: 1970.
Movement: Rolex automatic 1575 movement.
Case Size: 34mm.
Dial and bezel: Silver Mosaic dial. Engine Turned Bezel.
Crystal: Acrylic crystal.
Strap: Oyster Bracelet.
Comes as watch only. It is common for vintage watches to not come with box and papers. In the rare example that a watch does come with box and papers it will be mentioned in the description. All purchases come with bespoke Watts On Watches packaging and purchase documentation.
As with all watches bought from Watts On Watches, we service all watches and offer a 12 month warranty on all purchases.
Year: 1970.
Movement: Rolex automatic 1575 movement.
Case Size: 34mm.
Dial and bezel: Silver Mosaic dial. Engine Turned Bezel.
Crystal: Acrylic crystal.
Strap: Oyster Bracelet.
Comes as watch only. It is common for vintage watches to not come with box and papers. In the rare example that a watch does come with box and papers it will be mentioned in the description. All purchases come with bespoke Watts On Watches packaging and purchase documentation.
As with all watches bought from Watts On Watches, we service all watches and offer a 12 month warranty on all purchases.
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref. 1501 – Silver Shantung Dial
Looking for a vintage Rolex with standout texture and timeless design? Meet the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref. 1501, a beautiful 1970 example that’s all about the details. With its rare silver mosaic “Shantung” dial, this watch brings something unique to the table — a textured look that plays with the light and sets it apart from standard silver dials.
Housed in a classic 34mm stainless steel case, this reference also features a distinctive engine-turned bezel, adding subtle dimension to the case profile. Powered by the Rolex Calibre 1575 automatic movement, this is a rock-solid, reliable workhorse that helped define Rolex through the 1970s.
It’s topped with a acrylic crystal and fitted to a period-correct Rolex Oyster bracelet, giving it that unmistakable vintage Rolex presence on the wrist.
🔑 Key Features:
Year: 1970
Movement: Rolex Calibre 1575 automatic
Case: 34mm stainless steel
Dial: Rare silver Shantung (mosaic) dial
Bezel: Stainless steel engine-turned bezel
Crystal: Acrylic
Bracelet: Rolex Oyster bracelet
Set Includes: Watch only (with Watts On Watches presentation packaging & documentation)
💼 Why This Ref. 1501?
The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1501 hits a sweet spot for collectors — it’s subtle but rich in character. The Shantung dial gives it an almost linen-like shimmer, and the engine-turned bezel adds vintage charm without the flash of a fluted bezel. It’s a classic daily-wear Rolex with something special under the hood — and on the dial.
🛠️ Condition & Authenticity
This watch is in excellent vintage condition. As with all watches from Watts On Watches, it has been fully serviced prior to sale, comes with a 12-month warranty, and is delivered in bespoke presentation packaging with purchase documentation.
🔎 Looking for a vintage Rolex with unique character?
Explore the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref. 1501 – Silver Shantung Dial today at Watts On Watches.