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Old 28 May 2017, 01:52 PM   #1
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Help Identifying Features

Hello,

Inherited my dad's OP, certificates from the purchase are dated early 1963, serial numbers has it ~1962. I believe the bracelet was replaced at some point over ~25 years ago. Serviced locally ~12 years ago and it was polished poorly and the crystal was replaced.

I'd appreciate help in identifying some features:
-What is this type of bezel style called?
-What is the dial color called, Champagne? Is there another naming convention for this color?
-Plan to add it to the insurance rider, any thoughts on a rough value?

Thanks in advance!

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Old 28 May 2017, 03:34 PM   #2
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Zephyr Bezel
Appears to be a silver dial, but that may just be the lighting.
If gold-ish, then yes I would call it champagne.
Check ebay for prices. Look at sold values only. Search "Rolex Zephyr"
If you take off the bracelet, there should be a 4 digit reference model and the serial number between the two lugs. You will need that for insurance, and you could look up the exact model by the reference number.
Dial and bracelet appear to be pretty rough.
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Old 29 May 2017, 07:12 AM   #3
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Insurance riders are for replacement value unless you get an appraisal for more than that.

Check for MSRP of todays OP.
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Old 29 May 2017, 11:32 PM   #4
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Thanks for the responses, appreciate them. The bezel is my favorite feature on this one, I had seen the Zephyr name used but thought that was in reference to the cross hair dial.

Yeah the face is rough, especially up this close. I am sending it into ABC for a good cleaning and service, but will leave the dial as is, for character :)
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