1961 Rolex Disco Volante Tropical Taupe Dial (Ref. 9522) Hands: Original and matching

Hands: Original and matching

It's a watch that delivers all the elegance expected from Cartier

Buckle: Generic gold-tone buckle

It's the type of watch that rewards collectors who appreciate details rather than hype

1961 Rolex Disco Volante Tropical Taupe Dial (Ref. 9522) Hands: Original and matchingWorth A Read History and Significance The Rolex reference 9522 is part of a lesser seen group of manually wound dress watches that showcase a more experimental side of the brands mid century design language. Often referred to as Disco Volante, or flying saucer, the case is defined by its wide, rounded profile and thin midsection, giving it a distinctive silhouette that stands apart from traditional Oyster cases. Produced during a period when Rolex was