Rolex "Perpetually Yours"
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February 19, 2026

Rolex "Perpetually Yours"

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"Entitled 'Yours....', this remarkable mid-century (1950s-1960s) vintage advertisement is a profound historical artifact chronicling the genesis of the modern Rolex empire. The masterpiece featured is the legendary Rolex Oyster Perpetual, a timepiece that forever changed horological history. It represents the perfect union of Rolex's two most groundbreaking innovations: the 'Oyster' (the world’s first waterproof case, introduced in 1926) and the 'Perpetual' (the revolutionary self-winding rotor mechanism invented in 1931). This specific model served as the foundational blueprint, passing its mechanical DNA to every iconic Rolex sports watch that followed. The ad boldly highlights its ability to 'guard the invaluable element time... without conscious thought of its owner,' boasting a 32-hour power reserve. Preserved as a true museum-grade artifact, this monochrome print offers serious collectors a tangible connection to the ultimate horological ancestor—the very watch that established Rolex's eternal supremacy in precision, durability, and innovation."

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The Record Institute