Rolex 1500 With lizard like Gilt dial

Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref. 1500 Gilt Dial – Stunning Patina | Cal. 1560 | 2M Serial

Here’s your chance to own a truly character-rich vintage Rolex: a Reference 1500 Oyster Perpetual Date with a factory gilt dial that has developed an absolutely wild and unique lizard-like patina over time. This is a piece that doesn’t just tell time—it tells a story.

Key Features:

• Reference: 1500

• Serial: 2M (circa 1969)

• Movement: Caliber 1560, COSC-rated, freshly regulated and running strong

• Dial: Factory gilt with spidering / "lizard skin" patina – mesmerizing in natural light

• Case Size: 34mm

• Bracelet: Original Oyster rivet bracelet (note: professionally repaired; see photos for detail)

• Crystal: Acrylic – clear and scratch-free

• Warranty: Comes with a 2-year mechanical warranty for your peace of mind

Condition & Notes:

This watch is in honest vintage condition. The gilt dial has taken on a dramatic, textured patina that resembles reptilian scales—truly unique and desirable for collectors who appreciate aged dials with personality. The case remains thick with visible chamfers, showing light wear appropriate for age.

The original Oyster rivet bracelet is included, and while it has undergone a repair, it remains functional and period-correct. We’ve documented the repair clearly in the photos—please review them carefully.

Why Buy This Watch?

The Ref. 1500 is often overlooked in favor of its larger siblings, but that makes it one of the best sleeper values in the vintage Rolex market. With a reliable workhorse movement, classic proportions, and an incredibly distinctive gilt dial, this is a piece that stands out without shouting.