Lot 364
  • 364

Rolex

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • A YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WITH REGISTERSREF 16518 NO A151643 DAYTONA COSMOGRAPH CIRCA 1998
  • yellow gold, alligator
  • diameter 39 mm
• cal. 4030 automatic nickel lever movement, 31 jewels • white dial, applied yellow gold Arabic numerals, outer minute and 1/5 second divisions, three subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers • 18k yellow gold bezel calibrated to 400 units, screw down crown, pushers, and case back • case, dial, and movement signed • 18k yellow gold Rolex deployant clasp

Condition

The present lot contains endangered species which is subject to restrictions upon international export. Accordingly, the strap for this item will be removed prior to shipment outside the United States. Movement running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Chronograph pushers in working order. Case in good condition with scuffs consistent with normal wear. Bezel in good condition with small scratch at 70. With small scratch on left band as well as nicks. Lugs with some light scuffs consistent with strap changing. Case back in good condition with remnants of original factory sticker.
"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

Accompanied by the original Guarantee, a wooden presentation box, additional documents, and leather wallet.