Lot 121
  • 121

Rolex

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • A LADY'S 18K YELLOW GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELETCIRCA 1978 REF 6917 DATEJUST
  • diameter 26 mm, interior length 160 mm
• cal. 2030 automatic movement, 28 jewels • silvered dial, applied diamond-set indexes, sweep center seconds, magnified date aperture • white gold bezel set with 32 round-cut diamonds, screw back and screw-down crown • case, dial and movement signed • 18k gold Rolex President bracelet set with 78 round-cut and 37 baguette diamonds • total diamond weight approximately 4.55 cts • punched Certificate dated April 1980, service paperwork dated 27 June 2006

Condition

The movement is running, however it might require service soon. It is numbered 22011. The dial is clean with no surface marks. The case shows light to general wear with light surface scuffs throughout. The numbers between the lugs are 5763269 and 6917. Inside the case is stamped 6900. The bracelet is slightly stretched and has an approximate length of 170 mm. The service paperwork from June 2006 lists the current retail value at $50,000.
"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."