ROLEX | DAY-DATE, REF 18238YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH DAY AND DATE MADE FOR THE SULTANATE OF OMANCIRCA 1990

Dial: champagne Jubilee  Calibre: cal. 3155 automatic, 31 jewels Movement number: 5'751'172 Case: 18k yellow gold Oyster, screw-down back Case number: E'632'669 Closure: 18k yellow gold Rolex President bracelet and folding clasp Dimensions: 36mm, bracelet circumference approx. 170mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex guarantee and swing tags

MVT: is running at the time of cataloguing and the date advancing. CASE: In excellent condition with very crisp case. Hallmarks and engraving on back still crisp, with just some minor surface wear. Inside case back stamped 18200. Bracelet also with signs of use, clasp stamped 8385. DIAL: in very good condition. 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 very original condition and accompanied with its original accessories, this Day Date has two unusual and rare features. Firstly, the dial is finished with the Rolex signature repeated throughout giving the watch a very unique look. Secondly, the case back is personalized with the Kanjar crest of Oman