Authentic framed 1955 vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust print ad, Men who guide the destinies of the world, museum glass

Own a fascinating piece of Rolex history with this authentic 1955 advertisement. Two dramatic black and white photographs show statesmen deep in discussion at a high-level international conference, a "ETATS-UNIS" name plate on the table, under the bold headline "Men who guide the destinies of the world wear Rolex watches."

This is an original magazine page from the 1950s. The ad describes how, wherever historical decisions are made, at top-level conferences and Cabinet meetings, you will find men who wear Rolex, adding with discretion: "We cannot mention their names or picture them… for they include royalty, the heads of States, great service chiefs and statesmen." It also tells the story of the three Rolex triumphs: the first Official Timing Certificate for a wrist-chronometer in 1910, the Oyster case in 1926 and the rotor self-winding mechanism in 1931. The page credits H. Wilsdorf as founder and chairman.

The advertisement shows two beautifully illustrated Rolex Red Seal Chronometers: the Rolex Oyster Perpetual, and the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust with its Cyclops date lens and Jubilee bracelet, described as "the most remarkable achievement in watchmaking."

The advertisement is framed in a sleek black aluminium frame measuring 40 x 30 cm, with a white passe-partout and protected by museum glass. The anti-reflective glass keeps the artwork crisp and undistorted while its UV protection preserves the print for years to come.

This is a high-quality, authentic vintage advertisement, not a reproduction. As an original magazine page of around 70 years old, the paper shows a warm aged tone and a small tear at the lower edge, which falls outside the visible area of the passe-partout. It is carefully packed in bubble wrap for safe shipping, so it arrives in perfect condition. A rare find for Rolex collectors and history lovers.

PLEASE NOTE: This listing is for the original vintage advertisement in its frame. The watches shown in the advertisement are NOT included and are not for sale.

– Original vintage advertisement only, the watches are NOT included
– Authentic original 1955 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust advertisement
– Size: 40 x 30 cm
– Black aluminium frame with white passe-partout
– Museum glass, anti-reflective and UV-protective
– Ready to hang