{"product_id":"1987-new-old-stock-rolex-8318-ladies-cocktail-watch-oval-shape-14k-solid-with-box-and-papers","title":"1987 NEW OLD STOCK Rolex 8318 Ladies Cocktail Watch Oval Shape 14K Solid with Box and Papers","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"The Golden Oval\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA new old stock 1987 Rolex ladies’ cocktail watch that perfectly combines Swiss watchmaking with Italian jewelry craftsmanship. Measuring just \u003cstrong\u003e18mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, the solid 14K gold case is framed, while the original integrated gold  bracelet gives the watch an exceptionally elegant and jewelry like presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe watch comes directly from its original owner, who received it as a wedding gift but never wore it, having received another very similar watch on the same occasion. We also acquired the second watch, which is currently listed for sale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe watch remains in very nice original condition. An additional highlight is that this reference was featured in a Rolex catalog, adding historical significance and making it particularly appealing to collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bracelet will comfortably fit approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6 to 6.5 inch wrists\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Italian Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may notice the \u003cstrong\u003e“ITALY”\u003c\/strong\u003e marking on the clasp. This does not mean the watch is non-original or that the bracelet was added later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring this period, Rolex used Italian jewelry manufacturers for the production of certain precious metal cases and bracelets, particularly for its elegant ladies' and cocktail watches. Examples from the 1970s, 1980's and early 1990's  are documented with Rolex 14K cases marked \u003cstrong\u003e“14K Italy”\u003c\/strong\u003e and bracelets specially made for Rolex by Italian jewelers. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItaly had an exceptional tradition of fine jewelry craftsmanship, making it a natural source for the intricate goldwork used on these pieces. The Italian manufacture is actually part of what makes these vintage Rolex jewelry watches so interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement \u0026amp; Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original Rolex mechanical movement has \u003cstrong\u003ejust been fully serviced\u003c\/strong\u003e and is currently running beautifully. For a watch from the 1978s, it is performing exceptionally well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch will be accompanied by its \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal Rolex presentation box and certificate\u003c\/strong\u003e, the watch was in the USA by Authorize Rolex Dealer that still exists today making this an especially attractive and complete example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rolex\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1987\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ladies’ Cocktail Watch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14K solid yellow gold\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Rolex mechanical movement\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original 14K solid gold \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 6 to 6.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully elegant vintage Rolex that is as much a piece of fine jewelry as it is a mechanical timepiece in new old stock condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTimekeeping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any vintage mechanical watch, timekeeping should not be expected to match the precision of a modern quartz watch or a newly manufactured chronometer. The watch is running; however, \u003cstrong\u003eaccuracy may vary depending on wearing habits, position, and environmental conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Awad Watches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540466282694,"sku":null,"price":11850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/1908\/2182\/files\/DSC06506.jpg?v=1793142367","url":"https:\/\/awadwatches.com\/products\/1987-new-old-stock-rolex-8318-ladies-cocktail-watch-oval-shape-14k-solid-with-box-and-papers","provider":"Awad Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}