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Cosmograph Daytona, Reference 116589 | A white gold and diamond-set chronograph wristwatch with meteorite dial, Circa 2008 | 勞力士 | Cosmograph Daytona 型號116589 | 白金鑲鑽石計時腕錶，備隕石錶盤，約2008年製
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October 5, 06:57 AM GMT
Estimate
800,000 - 1,200,000 HKD
Lot Details
Description
Rolex
Cosmograph Daytona, Reference 116589
A white gold and diamond-set chronograph wristwatch with meteorite dial, Circa 2008
勞力士
Cosmograph Daytona 型號116589
白金鑲鑽石計時腕錶，備隕石錶盤，約2008年製
Dial: meteorite
Calibre: cal. 4130 automatic, 44 jewels
Case: 18k white gold, screw down case back
Case number: M229235
Closure: black unsigned rubber strap and 18k white gold Rolex folding clasp
Size: 40 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Accessories: none
Launched in 1963, the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona has become a watch synonymous with the brand. A pioneer of exploring new and innovative materials for dials, this lot presents a rare white gold Daytona featuring an extraordinary meteorite dial, and bezel fully set with brilliant baguette-cut diamonds.
With not one dial identical to another, the unique metallic patterns illustrated are formed as meteors travel through the planet’s orbit. Upon landing on earth, master artisans at Rolex use the heart of the asteroid to create dials for special models such as the Cosmograph Daytona, one of the most collectible chronographs of all time. Here, the combination of the geometric dial and shimmer of the 24 baguette-cut diamonds create a dazzling example that is undeniably stylish yet understatedly elegant, allowing the wearer to enjoy this one of a kind timepiece.