The Cellini Date 50519 in white gold plating represents Rolex’s vision of a pure dress watch with just one complication: a date window at three o’clock. The 39mm white gold-plated case and white lacquer dial create a monochromatic canvas where applied hour markers and dauphine hands deliver understated legibility. Reference 50519.002 specifies the white-dial variant that pairs with a black alligator strap for sharp contrast.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reference | 50519 |
| Case Size | 39mm |
| Case Material | White Gold Plated |
| Bezel | Fluted double bezel |
| Dial | White lacquer |
| Crystal | Sapphire, domed |
| Movement | Automatic (Swiss or Japanese) |
| Water Resistance | 30 m / 165ft |
| Strap | Black alligator leather |
| Clasp | Folding Crownclasp in white gold plated |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, seconds, date |
The 50519 Up Close: Case, Dial and Strap
The 39mm white gold-plated case has a presence that sits between sporty and formal. The fluted double bezel adds a sculptural ring around the dial edge, while the domed sapphire crystal curves gently over the dial surface. Applied triangular hour markers and dauphine hands carry a polished finish that catches light without overwhelming the white lacquer background.
A date window at three o’clock is framed cleanly within the dial, without a magnifying Cyclops lens — a deliberate departure from the sport-watch convention. The black alligator strap tapers toward the white gold-plated folding Crownclasp. Explore more dress-watch references in the Cellini collection.
Movement Options: Swiss vs Japanese
Two movement tiers are available for this Cellini Date reference:
- Swiss automatic — 28,800 vph beat rate with approximately 70-hour power reserve. Delivers the smoothest sweep and highest finishing grade consistent with the genuine calibre.
- Japanese automatic (Miyota) — 21,600 vph with approximately 42-hour power reserve. A dependable workhorse movement with worldwide servicing availability at a more accessible price point.
Choose your movement tier from the options above.













