Rolex

• cal. 3135 automatic nickel lever movement, 31 jewels • champagne dial, applied yellow gold baton indexes with luminescent dots, yellow gold Obélisque hands, center seconds, magnified aperture for date at 3, outer minute track with Roman numerals • stainless steel Oyster case, yellow gold fluted bezel, screw down crown and solid inscribed case back • case, dial, and movement signed • with a stainless steel and yellow gold Rolex Jubilee bracelet and folding clasp

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 fair condition with somewhat heavy wear, scuffing, and scratches consistent with age and use. Scuffing to the case band. Small indentation between 9 and 10. Heavier scuffing and small markings across right side case band. Some light and small markings to the left side lugs. Jubilee bracelet with heavy wear and scuffing throughout. Scratches to the folding clasp. Bracelet and case overall may benefit from cleaning. Dial in very good condition. Some light and attractive oxidation radiating from the center of dial. Some very light dot markings. Movement in excellent condition. Bracelet is expandable. Case back is inscribed "SI's 40th Anniversary Honoree 9-13-94."
"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 Certificate of Warranty and Chronometer Certification confirming purchase in September 1994 to Sports Illustrated, a warranty sleeve, a sales tag, and a presentation box with outer packaging.