1970s 14k Gold Bow-Tie Bracelet

A fun vintage Rolex from the 1970s, made for the American market in 14k yellow gold. These American-market designs were sometimes a little more creative, and this example is particularly charming for its bow-tie bracelet. The openwork links have a textured finish and gradually taper toward the jewellery clasp, giving the watch as much character as a bracelet as it has as a timepiece.

The petite oval case frames a textured champagne dial with applied black baton hour markers, matching hands, and the Rolex name and coronet. Powered by a Rolex caliber 1400 manual wind movement, it features a signed crown and an integrated 14k gold bracelet with a Rolex coronet-emblem clasp. The bracelet bears Italian 14k hallmarks, while faint Italian and 585 hallmarks remain on the case back following previous polishing.

A more lighthearted Rolex design from the 1970s, with plenty of jewellery appeal and a distinctive bow-tie silhouette.