ROLEX | 'ROOT BEER' GMT-MASTER, REF 16753STAINLESS STEEL AND YELLOW GOLD DUAL TIME WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELETCIRCA 1984

Dial: brown, nipple indexes  Calibre: cal. 3075 automatic, 27 jewels Movement number: 0'943'743 Case: stainless steel, 18k yellow gold bezel and crown, screw-down back Case number: 8'049'647 Closure: stainless steel and yellow gold Rolex Jubilee bracelet and folding clasp Dimensions: 40mm, bracelet circumference approx. 195mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex guarantee, booklets, presentation case, and extra bezel insert

MVT: is running at the time of cataloguing. CASE: in very good condition with sharp lugs and nice beveling to the lugs. Numbers are very crisp and clear. Minor surface wear to the case and very minor pin head dings to the case back caused by the bracelet. Inside case stamped 16750. Jubilee bracelet with light stretching, clasp stamped 62523H.18, endlinks stamped 450. DIAL: in very good condition overall. Very light tarnish to the hands visible and a very fine crack in the lume of the 24-hour hand. 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 that 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."

In wonderful condition, the present GMT comes complete with additional insert, swing tags and accessories. The reference 16753 was the second bi-metallic GMT Master to be produced. The first example was produced in 1970 and carried the reference 1675.