ROLEX | DAY-DATE REF 1803RETAILED BY TIFFANY & CO.: A YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DAY DATE AND BRACELET CIRCA 1973

Dial: silveredCaliber: cal. 1556 automatic movement, 26 jewelsMovement number: D758457Case: 18k yellow gold, screw-down case backCase number:  3817459Closure: 18k yellow gold Rolex President bracelet with folding clasp, end links stamped 53Dimensions: 36 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 190 mmSigned: case, dial and movement

Case: The case is in very good overall condition, and in our view, may have seen a sympathetic polishing in its past. The hallmarks found underneath the lugs are crisp and well defined. Dial: The dial is in very good overall condition, and in our view, is free of any prior restorations. There is loss the luminous material at the 4 and 5 o'clock positions. Movement: The movement is in very good overall 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.
"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."

The present 1803 is in excellent overall condition.  Further enhancing its rarity, the dial is stamped with the prestigious 'Tiffany & Co.' stamping.  The serial number is repeated in between the end link of the President bracelet attached at the 6 o'clock position.