Vintage Rolex Ladies 18K Gold Cocktail Watch on Solid Gold Bracelet

Vintage Rolex Orchid ladies cocktail watch in 18K yellow gold with a woven gold bracelet, circa early 1950s.

An elegant example of mid-century design, this vintage Rolex Orchid ladies watch reflects the refined craftsmanship and feminine aesthetic for which Rolex became known in the post-war era. The watch features a petite round case in solid 18K yellow gold paired with an intricately woven wheat-style bracelet that wears like fine jewelry rather than a traditional timepiece.

For vintage Rolex ladies watches from the 1940s through the 1960s, it was common for Rolex to supply the watch head while independent jewelers or specialist workshops created custom gold bracelets. This piece follows that tradition, with the bracelet produced by a third-party maker and marked accordingly.

The original silver-tone dial features gold baton markers and the Rolex signature, maintaining the understated luxury characteristic of the Orchid line.

Details

Brand: Rolex

Model: Orchid

Era: Early 1950s

Movement: Manual wind

Case: Solid 18K yellow gold

Case size: Approximately 13.5 mm (about 15.5 mm including bezel)

Dial: Original silver tone dial with gold baton markers and Rolex signature

Bracelet: Woven / wheat-style 18K yellow gold bracelet (third-party manufacturer)

Hallmarks: 750 European gold mark and CB maker’s mark

Length: Approximately 6.25 inches

Total weight: 27.51 grams