Rolex
Reference 16523 ‘Zenith’ Daytona | A yellow gold and stainless steel automatic chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1991
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March 31, 04:29 PM GMT
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
Dial: champagne
Caliber: cal. 4030 automatic, 31 jewels
Case: 18k yellow gold and stainless steel, screw down case back
Case number: X’855’997
Closure: 18k yellow gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding clasp
Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference is approximately 170 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: Rolex presentation box with outer packaging, and Official Chronometer Certification dated November 6, 1993 (punched)
The Rolex 16523 is referred to as the Zenith Daytona by collectors, and the name comes from the Zenith movement utilized in the watch. The Zenith caliber 4030 was the last outsourced movement supplied to Rolex for their chronograph range. It also holds the title of being the first automatic movement cased in the Daytona model.
As a horology brand known for the vertical integration of their supply chains and in-house production, Daytonas housing Zenith movements represent a slice of both Rolex and horological history when there were different suppliers who specialized in each component of a timepiece. Extremely sought after by Rolex collectors, we are pleased to present this Zenith Daytona in excellent condition, complete with its original box and papers.