This Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date reference 1503 can trace its history back to Rolexs original Oyster model invented in 1926. The Oyster Perpetual Date was launched in the late 1950s and was one of the first watches to display the date in a window at 3 oclock.

Housed in a 34mm Oyster case and originally waterproof to 100m, early examples of the Oyster Perpetual Date didnt have a quick set date function meaning you have to wind the hands through 24 hours to change the date. It wasnt until the reference 3035 launched in 1983 that the quick set date was added. This reference also housed the upgraded cal. 3035 with its jewel count upped from 26 to 27.

This particular piece, a reference 1503 in 18k yellow gold is the quintessential gold watch. It manages to ooze luxury without being over-the-top, its gold case perfectly balanced by itssilver colour dial, gold fluted bezel and elegant gold bracelet.

With its understated, classic design and robust reliability there's no reason thisRolex Oyster Perpetual Dateref.1503hasto be reserved only for special occasions!