Rolex Date ref 1500 Elongated dial

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 Blue Sunburst Dial

Some vintage Rolex watches quietly go about their business. Others immediately demand a second look. This Rolex Date 1500 belongs firmly in the latter category.

At first glance, it offers everything enthusiasts appreciate about the classic Date series: a perfectly proportioned 34mm Oyster case, acrylic crystal, automatic movement and timeless design. Then the light catches the dial.

The beautiful blue sunburst dial is the undeniable centerpiece of this watch. Its radial finish creates a remarkable play of light, shifting from bright metallic blue to deeper tones as the watch moves across the wrist. The elongated baton markers further enhance the elegant and distinctly seventies character of the piece, giving it a presence that far exceeds its modest dimensions.

Produced in 1971, this reference comes from an era when Rolex focused on robust engineering and understated elegance. Inside beats the legendary calibre 1570 automatic movement, widely regarded as one of the finest and most reliable movements Rolex ever produced. Decades after leaving the factory, it remains a benchmark for durability and serviceability.

The dial shows honest signs of age, adding individuality and character that only a genuine vintage Rolex can possess. Combined with the warm leather strap, this example offers a wonderful blend of vintage charm and everyday wearability.

For collectors seeking something beyond the usual silver or champagne dial variants, this blue dial reference delivers a level of visual appeal that is becoming increasingly difficult to find.

Technical Details

• Reference: 1500
• Serial: 2772XXX
• Production Year: 1971
• Case Diameter: 34mm
• Movement: Rolex Calibre 1570 Automatic
• Dial: Blue Sunburst Dial with Elongated Baton Markers
• Crystal: Acrylic
• Lug Width: 19mm
• Strap: Leather Strap
• Condition: Good vintage condition with attractive age-related character to the dial
• Warranty: 2-year warranty

As with all Rolex watches sold by Perpetualwatchlover, the watch can be polished free of charge after payment has been received if requested by the buyer.