{"product_id":"rolex-cellini-midas-5073-981c-black-dial","title":"Rolex Cellini Midas 5073\/981C Black Dial","description":"\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 99.646%; height: 43.1876px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.2962%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.758%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.6011%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.2244%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePapers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 23.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.2962%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike New (9\/10)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.758%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.6011%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.2244%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eService Card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpening Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Cellini collection reveals a very different side of Rolex from the Oyster sports and professional watches that dominate the manufacture’s modern identity. Named after Renaissance goldsmith and sculptor Benvenuto Cellini, the collection gave Rolex considerable freedom to explore unconventional forms, precious-metal construction, and jewellery-led design. The Cellini Midas 5073\/981C is a particularly striking expression of this philosophy, combining compact geometric proportions with an integrated yellow gold bracelet, factory-set diamonds, and a dramatically dark dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy This Reference Matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Cellini Midas 5073\/981C immediately distinguishes itself through its sculptural 18K yellow gold construction. Rather than following the familiar architecture of a conventional round Rolex, its compact, near-square case flows directly into the integrated bracelet, creating the impression of a single continuous piece of gold jewellery. A factory diamond-set bezel adds brilliance to this strongly geometric silhouette and reinforces the reference’s jewellery-oriented character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark sunburst slate-to-black dial provides a dramatic counterpoint to the warmth of the yellow gold. Applied hour markers at three, six, and nine o’clock introduce carefully positioned highlights, while the applied gold Rolex coronet at twelve serves as the principal visual signature. With no date aperture or additional complication competing for attention, the dial remains remarkably pure, relying on material, contrast, and proportion for its effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside is the manually wound Calibre 1600, a slim mechanical movement particularly well suited to the elegant proportions of vintage Cellini references. Offering approximately 42 hours of power reserve, its hand-wound architecture provides an ownership experience quite removed from the automatic movements associated with most familiar Rolex models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the Wrist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasuring approximately 27.5 × 28 mm, the Cellini Midas embraces compact vintage proportions, yet its extensive use of 18K yellow gold gives it considerably more presence than the dimensions suggest. The integrated bracelet is essential to the overall design, extending seamlessly from the case and allowing the entire watch to wrap around the wrist like a piece of fine jewellery. The combination of polished gold, factory diamonds, and the dark dial creates striking contrast, giving the watch a sophisticated evening character while preserving the bold glamour associated with its era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Transparency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis example features a 27.5 × 28 mm case crafted from 18K yellow gold with a factory diamond-set bezel, paired with a dark sunburst slate\/black dial displaying applied hour markers at three, six, and nine o’clock and a gold Rolex crown at twelve. It is powered by the manually wound Calibre 1600, offering approximately 42 hours of power reserve, and is fitted with an integrated 18K yellow gold bracelet secured by a folding clasp. Particular attention should be given to preservation of the case and bracelet geometry, verification and integrity of the factory diamond settings and dial configuration, dial surface condition, movement and winding performance, bracelet articulation and length, clasp operation, and overall set completeness—communicated strictly on verified information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It Belongs in a Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Cellini Midas 5073\/981C appeals to collectors interested in Rolex beyond the familiar language of Oyster cases, rotating bezels, and professional sports watches. Its geometric precious-metal construction, integrated bracelet, factory diamonds, and hand-wound movement reveal a period when Rolex was willing to experiment extensively with jewellery-inspired forms. It occupies an intriguing position between mechanical wristwatch and gold bracelet, offering a distinctly different perspective on the manufacture’s design history. Within a thoughtfully curated collection, it represents an uncommon and characterful expression of vintage Rolex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Rolex Cellini Midas 5073\/981C is a captivating fusion of mechanical watchmaking and period jewellery design. Combining its sculptural 18K yellow gold case and integrated bracelet, factory diamond-set bezel and hour markers, dramatic dark sunburst dial, and manually wound Calibre 1600, it captures a fascinating side of Rolex—bold, elegant, unconventional, and far removed from the utilitarian designs for which the manufacture is best known.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27.5 x 28 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18K Yellow Gold with Factory Diamond-Set Bezel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Sunburst Slate\/Black Dial with Applied Hour Markers at 3, 6 and 9 o’clock and Gold Rolex Crown at 12 o’clock\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet with Folding Clasp\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Reserve:\u003c\/strong\u003e 42 Hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manual-Winding (Calibre 1600)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipments are delivered under Delivered Duty Unpaid (DDU) terms, with duties and taxes payable by the recipient.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"TimeTells","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53963320492332,"sku":null,"price":52888.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0919\/4982\/6348\/files\/5073-9B1C-9861838-1.jpg?v=1787555043","url":"https:\/\/www.timetells.shop\/products\/rolex-cellini-midas-5073-981c-black-dial","provider":"TimeTells","version":"1.0","type":"link"}