Lot 965
  • 965

Rolex

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • Rolex
  • A YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DAY DATE AND BRACELET REF 1803 CASE 3679066 DAY-DATE CIRCA 1974
  • yellow gold
  • diameter 36 mm, bracelet circumference approximately 178 mm
• cal. 1556 automatic nickel lever movement, 26 jewels • silvered sunburst dial, applied yellow gold baton indexes with luminescent dots, luminescent Obélisque hands, center seconds, aperture for day in English, magnified aperture for date, outer minute and 1/5 second divisions • 18k yellow gold Oyster case, fluted bezel, screw down crown and solid 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 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 overall very good condition with light wear. Some light scuffing and surface marks, especially to the case back. Bracelet with some scuffing and wear. Date and day function working properly. Dial with a dark marking above the center arbor toward 12. Otherwise, in excellent condition. 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 Rolex Guarantee and Chronometer Certificate. Together with one additional link, one sales tag, booklets, and one presentation box with outer packaging.