ROLEX | COSMOGRAPH DAYTONA, REFERENCE 16528 A YELLOW GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET, CIRCA 1991

Dial: whiteCalibre: cal. 4030 automatic, 31 jewelsCase number: 57'508Case: 18k yellow gold, screw down case backCase number: X434999Closure: 18k yellow gold Rolex bracelet and folding claspSize: 39 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 185 mmSigned: case, dial and movement

The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. The chronograph is working properly. The watch is in excellent overall condition with only extremely minor signs of wear. The buckle is in excellent overall condition. Inside case back engraved with "16500". Folding clasp engraved with "78668" . "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."

Given to the consigner as a gift, the present watch originally belongs to the famous Japanese actor and singer, Mr. Ken Takakura whom is known to be an important Rolex collector as well. Takakura whom some may refer to as the "Clint Eastwood" of Japan, has appeared in over more than 200 films. He had won many awards including the “Japan Academy Prize for Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role” for four times and the Person of Cultural Merit award in 2006, the Order of Culture in 2013 and most notably, the Japanese Medal of Honor with purple ribbon in 1998
Cased in yellow gold and preserved in excellent condition with a full proportional case and clean dial, the present watch is significant because the reference was the first ever automatic chronograph movement introduced by Rolex in 1988. Furthermore, case back is also engraved with Takakura’s Japanese name and as well as the year 1996 which he purchased the watch.