Rolex

• cal. 1570 automatic nickel lever movement, 26 jewels • brown dial, applied yellow gold luminescent triangular, dot, and baton indexes, yellow gold luminescent Mercedes hands, arrow hand  for second time zone, center seconds, magnified aperture for date, outer minute divisions • 18k yellow gold Oyster case, revolving brown bezel calibrated for 24 units, screw down crown and solid case back • case, dial, and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold expanding Rolex rivet bracelet and folding clasp

The movement is running at time of cataloging, 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 very good vintage condition with very light and superficial surface scuffs and marks consistent with age and infrequent use. Lugs in excellent condition with some small scuffing and marks. Upper left lug band with a small scratch. Backs of lugs with scratches likely from spring bars. Present spring bars are stainless steel, not yellow gold. Case back with light surface wear and scuffing. Original bezel in excellent condition. Original bezel in excellent condition with some signs of darkening between 24 and 2. A light spot between 18 and 19. Crystal with some light scuffs. Dial in very good vintage condition with even and fine gilt text. Hands and indexes original with some light surface marks. Crown in excellent condition, as indicated by the coin edged areas. Back of lower right lug with clear hallmark. Bracelet and clasp with scuffing and wear consistent with occasional use.
"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 presentation box with outer packaging.

The Rolex reference 1675, was originally released in 1960 and became available in stainless steel, yellow gold, and two toned: stainless steel and yellow gold. The steel model was the first GMT-Master to feature crown guards, whereas the gold versions, such as the present lot, retained the earlier design without shoulders for a longer production period.

Yellow gold models were made in smaller production numbers and are rarer than their steel counterparts. Further, the present lot remains in exceptional condition with crisp case details, and original bezel, insert, and hands.