Zenith Stellina Rose Gold (New Old Stock)

The Zenith “Stellina”—nicknamed for the small star (Italian stellina) beneath the Zenith logo—belongs to one of the brand’s most elegant mid-century lines. Produced during the golden age of Swiss dress watches, the Stellina reflected Zenith’s philosophy of refined minimalism and precision mechanics. This particular example, crafted in rose gold with a 36 mm case, stands out as exceptionally large for its era; in the 1950s–60s most dress watches measured around 33–34 mm, making this one feel distinctly modern on the wrist while preserving its vintage charm.

Inside beats the hand-wound Zenith calibre 126, part of the celebrated 120-series of in-house movements admired for their slim profile, reliability, and fine finishing. The serial number 4.5xx.xxx on the 18k rose gold case dates the watch to approximately 1962–1964, a period when Zenith was at the height of its craftsmanship just before the El Primero revolution. The silver sunburst dial with applied gold baton markers and small-seconds subdial at 6 o’clock showcases pure, understated sophistication.

This example is New Old Stock (NOS)—unworn, with the original Zenith black leather strap, signed Zenith buckle, and even the factory hang-tags intact. The watch has been fully serviced so serviced, minor scratches on the case opening
Such completeness is exceedingly rare, offering not only aesthetic beauty but also historical integrity. The combination of rose gold warmth, large proportions, and pristine originality makes this Stellina one of the most desirable vintage Zenith dress watches still in existence.