1976 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Pumpkin Lume (Ref. 1002) while the original Cartier strap

while the original Cartier strap and matching deployant clasp further elevate the watch from a collecting standpoint

Movement: Manual wind Rolex movement

The dial itself has aged into a warm cream tone

Reference 223-88 follows that formula but adds a bit more presence through its configuration

1976 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Pumpkin Lume (Ref. 1002) while the original Cartier strapWorth A Read History and Significance Sometimes the simplest Rolex references are the ones that age the most gracefully. Free from additional complications or rotating bezels, the Oyster Perpetual has long represented the purest expression of Rolex's philosophy. Clean, reliable, and built to be worn every single day. This 1976 reference 1002 is a wonderful example of that timeless formula. The 34mm stainless steel case offers proportions that remain