# Rolex Cellini Midas Mahogany Wood 4324 Review by A.I. WatchMetrics

## Watch Summary
The Rolex Cellini Midas Mahogany Wood ref. 4324 is a rare vintage dress watch from the early 1970s, showcasing a luxurious 18k yellow gold case paired with a distinctive sector-pattern mahogany wood dial and small seconds subdial at 6 o'clock, powered by the reliable in-house automatic Rolex Caliber 1160 offering around 42 hours of power reserve, ideal for discerning collectors who value understated Rolex elegance and organic material innovation over sporty tool watches.

## Overall Watch Rating: 7.2/10.0

**Dials & Design Metric (9.7/10.0)** - The mahogany wood sector dial delivers unparalleled warmth and originality in a gold case, eclipsing the enamel artistry of typical Vacheron Constantin dress watches.
**Material Metric (9.4/10.0)** - Sumptuous 18k yellow gold with a unique wood dial treatment rivals the material opulence of modern Audemars Piguet Royal Oaks.
**Rarity Metric (9.2/10.0)** - Extremely limited vintage production under 100 pieces commands auction premiums akin to scarce Patek Philippe Calatravas.
**Brand Metric (8.7/10.0)** - Rolex's luxury prestige with decades of global dominance aligns with Omega's high-end reliability benchmark.
**History & Innovation Metric (8.4/10.0)** - Bold wood dial experiment in Rolex's dress history innovates like early Grand Seiko textured dials.
**Movement Metric (8.4/10.0)** - The Caliber 1160 automatic provides dependable in-house performance matching Tudor Black Bay calibers.
**Versatility Metric (6.2/10.0)** - Formal vintage charm suits dress occasions but trails the all-terrain adaptability of a Cartier Santos.
**Complications Metric (3.9/10.0)** - Modest small seconds adds subtle sophistication comparable to Jaquet Droz basic dress pieces.
**Functions Metric (0.5/10.0)** - Pure timekeeping lacks the utility of multifunction rivals like Longines Legend Diver.

## Total Performance Score (TPS): 4.0

## WM Collector Grade: C

## Performance Insights: Exceptional rarity, materials, and dial design shine for collectors, but limited functions and versatility drag value relative to the lofty secondary market price.

## TPS Interpretation: Modest Value: This vintage gem offers collector appeal through uniqueness but falls short of expected multi-functionality and everyday robustness at its price point.

## Watch Data
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**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**