Rolex

Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 16528). A yellow gold and diamond-set chronograph automatic wristwatch with bracelet. Circa 1998

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Description

The Rolex Daytona 16528 is the inaugural automatic yellow gold Daytona, driven by the Zenith‑derived Calibre 4030. It represents the bridge between vintage Daytona aesthetics and Rolex’s modern chronograph engineering, with its collectibility hinging on dial configuration, production period, and overall originality.

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All diamonds are nice and intact. The case with signs of surface wear, the bracelet with surface wear throughout. The movement is running at the 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.

 

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Product is used.

Year

1998

Reference Number

16528

Model

Cosmograph Daytona

Complication

Chronograph

Gender

Unisex

Dial Color(s)

Black

Dial Numerals

Diamond-set

Movement Type

Automatic

Case Material(s)

Yellow Gold

Case Size (mm)

40

Case Back

Screw-down

Band Material

Yellow Gold

Dimension Notes

Fits a wrist size of 6.5 inches or smaller.

Clasp Type

Fold clasp

Clasp Material(s)

Yellow Gold

Signature

Case, Dial, Movement

Box

Yes

Papers

Yes

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