Rolex

• cal. 3035 automatic nickel lever movement, 27 jewels, mono-metallic balance • matte black dial, luminescent triangular, dot, and baton indexes, luminescent Mercedes hands, aperture for date at 3 • stainless steel Rolex Oyster case, helium escape valve, revolving bezel calibrated to 60 units, screw down crown and solid case back • case, dial, and movement signed • with stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp

Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to shipping. Case in overall very good condition with wear, light scuffing and scratches consistent with age and use. Bezel light surface markings throughout. Oxidation to the bezel pearl. Some scratches and surface dots to the case back. Dial in overall good vintage condition with light oxidation to the luminescent indexes. Darker oxidation to the hands. An area of loss to the luminescence of the minute hand. Bracelet with light wear and is expandable.
"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."

Accompanied by a Rolex leather bi-fold, a sales tag, and a Rolex presentation box with outer packaging.

Rolex launched the Ref. 16660 in 1978 as a replacement for the earlier Ref. 1665. This newer model featured a sapphire crystal, as well as a quick-set date function. With the stronger crystal, the model was rated to 4,000 ft, rather than the earlier model's 2,000 ft.