Lot 35
  • 35

Rolex

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description

  • A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, 24-HOUR INDICATION AND BRACELETCIRCA 1974 REF 1655 OYSTER PERPETUAL DATE EXPLORER II "STEVE MCQUEEN"
  • DIAMETER 38 MM
• cal. 1570 automatic nickel lever movement, 26 jewels, mono-metallic compensation balance, adjusted to 5 positions and temperature • black dial with luminescent triangular, square and baton numerals, luminescent hands, centre seconds, orange arrow-form hand corresponding to 24-hour indication on bezel • stainless steel Oyster case with screw-down case back and crown with protective shoulders, bezel calibrated for 24 hours, down-turned lugs • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp

Condition

Automatic movement running while cataloguing. Dial is clean and looks good. Case with scuffs throughout due to wear. Serial number 4028514 between the lugs is clear. Ref. 1655 between the lugs is clear. Inside case back 1655.
"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 reference 1655, please refer to lot 31.