Vintage Rolex Zephyr 9522 watch, in 18k yellow gold disco volante case, silver dial, manual wind, black strap on a wrist on black background

Vintage Rolex Zephyr 9522 watch, in 18k gold disco volante case, silver dial, manual wind, black strap on a wrist on blurred background

Vintage Rolex Zephyr 9522 watch, in 18k gold disco volante in a green Rolex Box

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Rolex Zephyr 9522 Disco Volante 1961

Name: Rolex Zephyr 9522 Disco Volante 1961
Brand: Rolex
SKU: #1271
Price: 7900.00 EUR
Availability: OutOfStock

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Description
BRAND HISTORY

1961 Rolex Zephyr 9522 – Mid-Century Elegance in a Rare Disco Volante Design

A beautifully preserved example of Rolex’s understated dress-watch era, the Zephyr Ref. 9522 showcases why the Precision line deserves far more recognition. Its flat 18k yellow gold Disco Volante case, paired with an engraved bezel featuring hour and minute markers, gives this piece a uniquely refined presence on the wrist.

The untouched silver sunburst dial radiates mid-century sophistication, complemented by original hands and crown. Inside beats Rolex’s manual-wind Caliber 1210 — a reliable, charming movement from the brand’s pre-sport-watch era.

Seldom seen, elegantly proportioned, and full of quiet vintage character, this 9522 is a perfect choice for collectors drawn to subtle design and superb originality. Comes with its original Rolex box.

- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -

DIAL:

original never touched silver sunburst dial in flawless condition
original hands and crown

STRAP & BUCKLE:

black aftermarket leather strap fitting up to 20 cm wrist size
original 18k yellow gold Rolex buckle

CASE:

excellent overall condition, showing minor traces of use
3- body 18k yellow gold case with snap-on case back
36 mm (without crown) / 36 mm (lug-to-lug) / 20 mm (between lugs) / 8.5 mm thick
Year: 1961
Reference: 9522
total weight: 37 g

MOVEMENT:

Rolex Caliber 1210 - manual wind
17 jewels, 18000 A/h, 58 hours power reserve
professionally serviced 11/2025
+5 sec/d / 290°

BOX & PAPERS:

original Rolex box
GOLDAMMER certificate of authenticity & service documentation card

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #1271

Rolex

No other name in watchmaking carries the same quiet power as Rolex. For over a century, it has stood as a symbol of precision, durability, and refined confidence. But beyond the fame and functionality lies a more intimate story — one told through the understated elegance of its dress watches and classic references.

At GOLDAMMER, we are drawn to the timelessness of vintage Rolex models — not just for what they represent, but for how they make you feel. The effortless sophistication of the Cellini, with its pure, minimalist form. The iconic balance of the Datejust, where utility meets enduring style. The quiet charm of the Oyster Perpetual, with its clean dial symmetry and everyday versatility. And of course, the rarely-seen elegance of vintage Rolex Genève pieces — snapshots of mid-century refinement, crafted with care and never made to shout.

These are vintage watches for those who move through the world with intention. No need for oversized cases or complicated bezels — just beautifully proportioned design, superior mechanics, and a legacy you can feel in every detail.

To wear a vintage Rolex is to appreciate subtlety over spectacle. It’s for the collector who sees beauty in a brushed silver dial, a fluted bezel catching the light, or the perfect serif on an old “Superlative Chronometer” script. Someone who understands that true luxury lives in restraint.

These pieces don’t follow trends — they define timelessness.

And when you wear a Rolex Cellini or an early Datejust, you're not just wearing a watch.

You’re wearing a piece of personal history — perfectly preserved, deeply considered, and ready to begin a new chapter on your wrist.