Lot 293
  • 293

Rolex

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • Rolex
  • RETAILED BY TIFFANY & CO.: A YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DAY DATE AND BRACELETREF 18038 CASE 6198212 CIRCA 1979
  • yellow gold
  • diameter 36 mm, bracelet circumference approximately 180 mm
• cal. 3055 automatic nickel lever movement, 27 jewels, mono-metallic balance • gilt dial, applied yellow gold baton indexes with luminescent dots, Obélisque hands, center seconds, aperture for day in English, magnified aperture for date at 3 • 18k yellow gold Oyster case, fluted bezel, screw down crown and case back • case, dial, and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Rolex President bracelet and folding clasp

Condition

The movement is running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Case in overall very good vintage condition with light wear and markings consistent with age and use. Light scuffing to the case overall with some small indentations to the upper right lug. Bracelet with scuffing and wear. Case and bracelet may benefit from light cleaning. Day and date functions working properly. Dial in very good condition with some surface debris under close inspection. Movement in excellent condition.
"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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Tiffany & Co. valuation confirming the date of sale on September 16th, 1980. Together with a Rolex booklet and an associated Tiffany & Co. presentation box.