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Day-Date “Khanjar Pie-Pan”, Reference 1804 | A platinum and diamond-set wristwatch with day, date and bracelet, Retailed by Asprey, Circa 1974

Auction Closed

April 24, 04:23 PM GMT

Estimate

380,000 - 800,000 HKD

Lot Details

Description

Rolex

Day-Date “Khanjar Pie-Pan”, Reference 1804

A platinum and diamond-set wristwatch with day, date and bracelet, Retailed by Asprey, Circa 1974

Dial: grey with red Khanjar

Calibre: cal. 1556 automatic, 26 jewels

Case: platinum, screw down case back

Case number: 3’699’620

Closure: platinum Rolex President bracelet and folding clasp

Size: 36 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 185 mm

Signed: case, dial and movement, case back further signed “Asprey”

Accessories: Rolex travelling pouch

Even though sports models have always dominated Rolex collectibility, the undisputed flagship of the brand has always been the Day-Date. Only serially produced in precious metals, it has firmly occupied the status of the most prestigious model line ever produced by Rolex.

What elevates the present watch even further beyond the prestige of the model is the Khanjar logo found above 6 o’clock, indicating that the watch was once presented by Sultan Qaboos of Oman as a gift. The story goes that the Sultan, who had a great affinity for horology, would order fine timepieces from his retailer, Asprey of London. These watches would then be stamped with the Royal Khanjar logo, occupying the position where dial text is usually found to signify authenticity.

It is said that Sultan Qaboos would present stainless steel watches to his subjects and precious metal watches to foreign dignitaries. The present watch is set with diamonds and cased in platinum, the rarest of all the case metals for vintage Rolex, and so presumably must have been presented to the most important of guests. The case back is further engraved “Asprey”, another testament to its provenance and authenticity.

勞力士 Day-Date “Khanjar Pie-Pan” 型號1804

鉑金鑲鑽石鏈帶腕錶，備日期及星期顯示，由 Asprey 發行，約1974年製

附帶旅行袋子

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."