Rolex
Reference 16523 'Zenith' Daytona | A yellow gold and stainless steel automatic chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1996
Auction Closed
December 6, 09:17 PM GMT
Estimate
10,000 - 30,000 USD
Lot Details
Description
Dial: champagne
Caliber: cal. 4030 automatic, 31 jewels
Case: stainless steel, case back secured by eight screws
Case number: T'204'480
Closure: 18k yellow gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding clasp
Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 180 mm
Signed: case, dial, and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: Rolex presentation box with outer packaging, Official Chronometer Certification dated 11 September 1996 (punched), retailer warranty booklet, operating instructions booklets, leather cardholder, polishing cloth, and hangtags
The Rolex 16523 is referred as the Zenith Daytona by collectors, and the name comes from the Zenith movement utilized in the watch. The Zenith caliber 4030 was the last outsourced movement supplied to Rolex for their chronograph range. It also holds the title of being the first automatic movement cased in the Daytona model.
As a horology brand known for the vertical integration of their supply chains and in-house production, Daytonas housing Zenith movements represent a slice of both Rolex and horological history when there were different suppliers who specialized in each component of a timepiece. Extremely sought after by Rolex collectors, we are pleased to present this Zenith Daytona in excellent condition, complete with its box and papers.