Lot 172
  • 172

Rolex

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description

  • Rolex
  • A YELLOW GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS AND BRACELET CASE 7359734 REF 6263 DAYTONA CIRCA 1982
  • yellow gold
  • diameter 38 mm bracelet circumference approx. 195 mm
• cal. 727 manual winding lever movement, 17 jewels • black dial, applied baton and luminescent dot indexes, outer minute track with 1/5 seconds divisions, subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12 hour registers • 18k yellow gold Oyster case, black tachymeter bezel calibrated to 200 units, screw-down crown, chronograph pushers and back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Rolex bracelet and folding clasp

Condition

Movement running at the time of cataloguing. The chronograph functioning. The dial in good overall condition. The lume plots at 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 partly missing. Some very discreet shadows between 4 and 5 and 7 and 8. The hands with some scuffs. Lume plots and hands glowing after being exposed to UV light. The case retains good proportions, with scuffs mainly located to the band and on the upper right lug. Overall in good condition. The bracelet in good condition, with some scuffs throughout consistent with age. The clasp securing firmly. Overall in good condition. Bracelet 7205, endlinks 71. The watch has not been tested to determine the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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 presentation case, booklets, card holder and outer packaging. The present example is in impressive condition. From the sharp edges of the case, to the original pushers, this watch has many details that show it survived with out being tampered with.

It is an extremely rare opportunity to acquire a piece in such condition and fresh to the market.

For further information on this reference, please refer to lot 31.