Rolex Cellini Ref. 4100 – Sculptural Elegance in White Gold from 1976
The Rolex Cellini collection represents the elegant side of Rolex—where design, proportion, and precious materials take center stage. Free from the utilitarian roots of the brand's sports watches, the Cellini line showcases Rolex's ability to create timeless dress watches with unmistakable character.
This Ref. 4100 from 1976 is a striking example. Crafted in 18k white gold, it features a distinctive trapezoidal case with a thick clean bezel, an uncommon shape even within the Cellini family. The sharp geometry gives the watch a sculptural presence, while its slim profile allows it to slip effortlessly beneath a shirt cuff.
The untouched black dial provides a dramatic contrast to the polished white gold case, applied hour markers, and elegant hands. Minimalist by design, it is finished only with the iconic Rolex coronet at twelve o'clock, creating a dial that feels both modern and timeless.
Powering the watch is the hand-wound Rolex Cal. 1600, a reliable and finely engineered movement that perfectly complements the refined proportions of the case.
Elegant yet unconventional, the Ref. 4100 is a rare expression of Rolex design from the 1970s—combining architectural lines, precious metal craftsmanship, and understated sophistication into one distinctive timepiece.
- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -
DIAL:
- original never touched black dial in flawless condition
- original hands & Rolex crown
STRAP & BUCKLE:
CASE:
- excellent overall condition, showing very minor traces of use
- 3- body 18k white gold case with snap-on case back
- 25 mm at the top; 23mm at the bottom / 29 mm (lug-to-lug) / 18 mm (between lugs) / 6 mm thick
- Year: 1976
- reference: 4100
- total weight: 38 g
MOVEMENT:
- Rolex Cal. 1600 - manual wound
- 19 jewels, 18000 A/h, 46 hours power reserve
- professionally serviced 07/2026
- +7 sec/d / 290°
BOX & PAPERS:
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GOLDAMMER certificate of authenticity & service documentation card
- GOLDAMMER box
GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #1678