#112 • Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust, ref 6605 in 18K

Part of 261022 - "Fall Featured Auction" Horology, Jewelry & Coins - October 1 - 22 (timed auction by Jones & Horan Auctions)

High bid $4,200.00

Status: Available

Live bidding starts Oct 22, 2026 11:00 AM EDT

WW - Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust, ref 6605, circa 1950s, 36mm x 44mm to lug tips, 20mm lug width, original 18K yellow gold screw back Oyster case with fluted bezel, brown leather strap and gold-plated buckle signed Rolex, original champagne Pie-Pan dial with applied gold indices, date aperture at 3, 25J cal 1065, non-quick set date, s# is nearly entirely polished off, triple signed, inside back ref 6605. Gross weight of assembled watch without strap 31.3 dwt (48.7 g). The 6605 is a relatively rare Rolex reference, introducing the new 1065 caliber and only being produced for a short run in the late 1950s. CONDITION: Mvt: Running, fine-plus cosmetic mvt condition overall, fine scratches and light oxide to steelwork; original Pie-Pan dial with even surface spotting throughout, a few stains along perimeter; excellent gold hands with light tarnish; polished case shows light wear, a few small dings to case sides, a couple of dents to the tops of the lugs, dents between the lugs and dings on the tips and backs of the lugs from bracelet wear; Rolex signed crown shows light wear, good threads; good plastic crystal with small chip on edge at 1; resealed for auction. Estimate: $4,800 - $6,800 JH-81017