ROLEX | DAYTONA, REF 6263YELLOW GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET AND TROPICAL REGISTERSCIRCA 1978

Dial: gold Calibre: cal. 727 manual winding, 17 jewels Movement number: 5'488 Case: 18k yellow gold, screw-down back Case number: 5'560'927 Closure: 18k yellow gold Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Dimensions: 37 mm, bracelet circumference approx. 200 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none

MVT: is running at the time of cataloguing and the chronograph functioning. CASE: in very good condition with sharp lugs and edges. The hallmarks on the back are very crisp and the lugs still retain their brushed finishing. Some light surface wear in the form of pinhead dings and surface scuffs can be seen on the bands, lugs and bezel when closely examining the case. On the backside of the lower right lug has an 18K stamp. The bracelet is in very good condition with very minor stretching. The clasp is stamped 7205 and the endlinks 71. DIAL: in great condition with minute surface marks visible under magnification as well as with some tarnish to the hands. The graphics within the registeres has aged to a very charming brown. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band. Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.
"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."

This manual gold Daytona, reference 6263 is a wonderfully preserved example. The case is incredibly crisp with full proportions and very clear gold marks underneath the lugs. The insert and pushers are original and the gold riveted Oyster bracelet is too. The dial is in fabulous condition the lume plots are all uniform in size and have aged consistently. The graphics inside the subsidiary registers have turned brown further enhancing its rarity.

Overall, this present watch is an exceptional example.