ROLEX | 'STELLA' DAY-DATE, REF 1803WHITE GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH DAY, DATE, BRACELET AND BLUE STELLA DIALCIRCA 1974

Dial: blue stella Calibre: cal. 1556 automatic, 26 jewels Movement number: DD'656'045 Case: 18k white gold, screw-down back Case number: 3'634'352 Closure: 18k white gold Rolex President bracelet and folding clasp Dimensions: 36 mm, bracelet circumference approx. 175 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex guarantee, instruction manual and presentation case

MVT: is running at the time of cataloguing and the date advancing. CASE: in very good condition with sharpness to the lugs, nice proportions and metal-brushed finishing to the top of the lugs. The hallmarks on the back are very crisp. There is light surface wear visible with the naked eye when closely examining the case and there are some surface scratches on the back where the bracelet is attached. The bracelet is in attractive condition with some light warping and some surface wear. DIAL: in attractive condition with fine blemishes visible when very closely examining the dial. The luminous material reacts uniformly under UV light and fades right after exposure. The is some loss to the lume plots, especially at 1 and 3 o'clock. 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."

The present watch is highlighted by an extravagant blue 'Stella' dial that really stands out on this remarkable Day-Date from 1974. In addition to its rarity, the watch has been kept in a very good overall condition.