ROLEX

• nickel lever movement, mono-metallic compensation balance, 17 jewels • two-tone gilt dial, applied Roman and dot indexes, luminescent faceted hands, three engine-turned subsidiary dials indicating constant seconds, 12-hour and 30-minute register, aperture for day and month, outer ring calibrated for date with corresponding blued steel hand • 18k gold tonneau case, raised bezel, two calendar correctors and two round chronograph pushers to either side of the band, screw-down crown, downturned lugs, engraved inscription to the screw back • case and movement signed by maker, dial signed by maker and retailer • with an 18k gold Rolex buckle

The movement is running and chronograph appears to function properly, however the watch might need to be serviced and cleaned. The dial shows some spots and stains as well as discoloration to the outer edge, but overall it looks very nice. There is a scratch near XII. The case shows general wear and surface scratches and scuffs typical of a watch of this age. The outside of the back is engraved 'Recuerdo De Nuestro Primer Aniversario, Hilda, 8-1-50'. The inside of the back is stamped 4767. The numbers between have been polished out. Between the lower lugs a number has been scratched in reading, 1000054, however this is almost certainly not the original number. The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species; please refer to Important Notices for further information.
"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."

Ref. 4767 was the first Oyster triple calendar chronograph model introduced by Rolex. Production lasted for only a short period of time as it was quickly replaced by Ref. 6036, popularly known as the 'Jean-Claude Killy'.

It should be further noted that this wristwatch bears the name of the famous Venezuelan retailer, Serpico y Laino, who sold some of the most famous Patek Philippe and Rolex wristwatches of the 1940s and 1950s.

For a similar example, also with two-tone dial and retailed by Serpico y Laino, see Papaleo, P. & Gobbi, P., Cronografi Rolex: La Leggenda, pp. 374-375.