Lot 94
  • 94

Rolex

Estimate
35,000 - 55,000 USD
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Description

  • A Stainless Steel Chronograph with RegistersRef 6239 No 1626980 'Paul Newman' Daytona Cosmograph Circa 1962
  • stainless steel
  • diameter 36 mm, thickness 13.5 mm, bracelet circumference 150 mm
• cal. 722/1 manual winding nickel lever movement, 17 jewels, mono-metallic balance • off-white matte dial, applied square dot indexes to outer ring, 3 black engine-turned subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute, and 12-hour registers • stainless steel Rolex Oyster case, stainless steel rotating bezel calibrated to 60 units, screw down case back and crown, with 2 push down chronograph buttons • case, dial, and movement signed • with stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp

Condition

Movement running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Case and dial in great condition with some scratches underneath the lugs. Bracelet in good condition. Will need servicing in the near future.
"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."

Catalogue Note

For a note on the Paul Newman model, see lot 89.