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Rolex Ref. 3608 Pocket/Pendant Watch

Partially verified

This Rolex reference 3608 is an 18k yellow gold pocket or pendant watch, measuring 39 mm in diameter with a 10 mm profile. The watch features a round case finished with a Florentine texture on the bezel. It is powered by the manually wound Caliber 1600 movement. The dial is silver-colored with a sunburst finish, applied gold-colored stick hour markers, and an applied Rolex coronet logo positioned at the 12 o'clock mark. A slotted opening at the 12 o'clock position allows for suspension as a pendant, while a notched winding crown is positioned at the 6 o'clock mark. The auction description reports the serial number as 155xxxx, dating the production to 1967. The watch remains in an unpolished state with an intact protective case back sticker, and the movement has been serviced.

Front view of the Rolex Ref. 3608 watch, showing the silver sunburst dial, applied stick markers, and Florentine-finished bezel.
Front view of the Rolex Ref. 3608 watch, showing the silver sunburst dial, applied stick markers, and Florentine-finished bezel. — Bulang & Sons. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.bulangandsons.com
Category
Pocket watch · Pendant watch
Maker / attribution
Rolex
Reference
3608
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
1967
Source-reported place
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
155xxxx

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Aesthetic Features

The watch is housed in an 18k yellow gold case measuring 39 mm in diameter. The design incorporates a distinct Florentine finish on the bezel, which provides a textured appearance. The case construction includes a slotted aperture at the 12 o'clock position, intended for suspension. The winding crown is positioned at the 6 o'clock marker.

The case back retains its original sticker, and the vendor reports the exterior remains unpolished, preserving the factory finish. The overall depth of the watch is 10 mm, contributing to a slender profile.

Evidence for this section
  • “39 mm 18k yellow gold case with Florentine finish”
  • “The bezel features a refined Florentine finish”
  • “even the case back sticker is still intact”

Dial and Configuration

The silver sunburst dial is designed with minimal features, excluding luminous material. The hour markers consist of applied gold-colored sticks. A signature applied Rolex coronet is positioned at the 12 o'clock index. The hands match the markers in color and style.

The dial is signed 'ROLEX GENÈVE' below the 12 o'clock coronet, with the word 'SWISS' printed at the base of the dial near the 6 o'clock marker.

Evidence for this section
  • “Silver sun burst dial , no-lume and stick markers”
  • “simple and elegant silver sunburst dial with applied gold stick hour markers”
  • “applied coronet at 12 o’clock”

Movement and Servicing

The timepiece is driven by the manually wound Rolex Caliber 1600. The movement is contained within the gold housing and is accessible via the case construction.

According to the provided vendor information, the movement has undergone a full mechanical service by their watchmaker to ensure operational function.

Evidence for this section
  • “Powering the watch is the manually wound Caliber 1600”
  • “Fully serviced by our watchmaker”

Open research questions

  • Does the green crown emblem on the case back correspond to a specific commemorative series or standard production run for this reference?
  • Are there variations of the Ref. 3608 that omit the case back emblem?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Rolex Ref. 3608 Pocket/Pendant Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference3608“Rolex Reference 3608 Pendant/pocket watch”
Material18k yellow gold“39 mm 18k yellow gold case with Florentine finish”
Serial155xxxx“Serial 155xxxx dating to 1967”
MovementCaliber 1600“Caliber 1600 hand wound movement”
Date1967“dating to 1967”

Visible details

  • Case back features a circular green emblem with a gold-colored crown motif
  • Crown located at the 6 o'clock position
  • Florentine finish applied to the bezel surface
  • Silver sunburst dial lacks luminous material

Research qualifications

  • Condition of the internal movement components is not visible in photos
  • Accuracy of the 1967 dating relies on the provided serial number

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

ساعت جیبی و آویز Rolex رفرنس 3608 طلای ۱۸ عیار

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record b07df63d5a

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