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Lot 73
  • 73

Rolex

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 CHF
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Description

  • A RARE CENTRE SECOND AUTOMATIC 18K YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH DAY AND DATEREF 18038 CASE 6262705 "DAY-DATE RED STELLA DIAL" CIRCA 1980
  • Stainless steel
  • diameter 36 mm thickness 12.5 mm
• cal. 3055, nickel lever automatic movement, 27 jewels • laquered red dial with applied gold baton indexes, luminous dots, outer minute/second track, apertures for day and magnified aperture for date, luminous gold baton hands • polished and brushed Oyster case, screwed down case and crown, sapphire crystal • case and movement signed with a gold plated Rolex buckle

Condition

Movement running at the time of cataloguing however it may require a service in the near future to be well preserved. Dial in excellent condition. Case in very good condition, few scuffs on the lugs and on the band. Overall in very good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."