ROLEX

• cal. 72 nickel lever movement, mono-metallic compensation balance, 17 jewels, adjusted to three positions • silvered dial, applied gilt baton and square indexes, alpha hands, three subsidiary dials indicating constant seconds, 12-hour and 30-minute registers, outer tachometer scale • stainless steel tonneau case, smooth bezel, two chronograph pushers, downturned lugs, screw back • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Rolex Oyster stretch bracelet    

The movement is running, however it might need service and cleaning soon. The movement is stamped 72. The dial has some spots of discoloration, age and wear. It has some surface scuffs from the hands and some of the printing has been rubbed off in places. Overall, it looks very nice and has a lovely patina to it. The Case shows general wear and lught surface scuffs. The numbers between the lugs are 6234 and 385793 and the number inside the back is 6234. The Rolex USA bracelet is in nice condition and is stamped 1-70.
"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."

This model, Ref. 6234, was launched in the mid-1950s. With its three subsidiary dials, a smooth bezel, round chronograph pushers in the band and a screw back, it is very similar in design to the later pre-Daytona model, Ref. 6238 (see lot 153).

The present model is rather unusual and very attractive with its square gilt indexes and gilt alpha hands. Such variations with gilt accents on the dials of steel watches are rare and very desirable in today's market.