Rolex

• cal. 72C manual winding nickel-finished lever movement, 17 jewels, Rolex balance • silvered dial, applied Arabic and pyramidal indexes, three engine-turned subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers, twin apertures for day and month in English, outer chapter ring for date in blue with blued steel central hand for date • stainless steel polished case, round chronograph pushers on the band, screw-down crown and back • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Rolex buckle

Please note that the movement has not been checked for timekeeping accuracy and Sotheby's will not be held responsible for any repairs should they be required. The movement and chronograph are running at the time of cataloguing. Dial in good condition **The leather strap of this wristwatch is made from 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."

The reference 6036 was introduced in 1948 and produced until 1955 in stainless steel and 18k gold. According to our research most of the examples were made in yellow and pink gold, the stainless steel version has been produced in smaller numbers, which makes it very rare. The Oyster case with the patented “Twinlock” double seal crown was designed to guarantee the waterproofness of this exquisite model.

Please refer to Franca e Guido Mondani “1908-2008”-100 years of Rolex, p. 43