Lot 682
  • 682

Rolex

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 HKD
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Description

  • TWO STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCHES WITH DATE AND BRACELETSREF 1625 DATEJUST "THUNDERBIRD" CASE 1896308 CIRCA 1968REF 16253 DATEJUST TURN-O-GRAPH CASE R399399 CIRCA 1989
  • stainless steel
  • diameter 35.5 mm / 36.5 mm, bracelet circumference 190 mm / 180 mm
First: • cal. 1570 automatic movement, 26 jewels • silvered dial, baton indexes, magnified date • stainless steel Oyster case, Thunderbird calibrated bezel,  screw-down crown and case back • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Rolex Jubilee bracelet and folding clasp
Second : • cal. 3035 automatic movement, 27 jewels • silvered dial, baton indexes, magnified date • stainless steel Oyster case, calibrated textured bezel,  screw-down crown and case back • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Rolex Jubilee bracelet and folding clasp

Condition

Ref 1625 Movement is in working order, however service is recommended for accurate time keeping. Dial with spec of dust, overall preserve quite well. Luminescent dots are still on the dial and the glowing material has already aged, most of the printings on the dial are nicely preserved. Hands with light signs of tarnishing. Indexes with very light surface scuffs. Bezel with visible light surface scratch between 1 and 2 o'clock. Case and bracelet with normal signs of wear. Overall condition is very good for its age. Inner case stamped 1625. Ref 16253 Movement is in working order, however service is recommended for accurate time keeping. Dial with spec of dust, overall preserve quite well. Luminescent dots are still on the dial and the glowing material has already aged, most of the printings on the dial are nicely preserved. Hands with light signs of tarnishing. Indexes with very light surface scuffs. Bezel with light surface scratches. Case and bracelet with normal signs of wear. Overall condition is very good for its age. Inner case stamped 16000. Please note the movements have not been tested for time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. "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."
"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."