Lot 207
  • 207

ROLEX | REF 1803A YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH DAY DATE AND BRACELET CIRCA 1965

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • Rolex
  • REF 1803A YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH DAY DATE AND BRACELET CIRCA 1965
Dial: gold sunburst, day in EnglishCaliber: cal. 1555 automatic, 26 jewelsMovement number: DD61719Case: 18k yellow gold, screw down case back and crownCase number: 1232629Closure: 18k yellow gold Rolex bracelet with folding claspDimensions: 36 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 180 mmSigned: case, dial and movement

Condition

CASE Case in our opinion may have received previous sympathetic polish. Some light wear and scuffs, especially to the lugs. The widths of the lugs are very slightly inconsistent. Wear to the fluted bezel. Normal scuffing, wear, and stretch to the bracelet. DIAL The dial is very clean and attractive without index markers. lume plots with some flattening overall, and some with signs of oxidation. Some light dust throughout. Hands with light scuffing and some wear - oxidation especially to the minute hand. MOVEMENT Day Date function operating. 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.
"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."