Important Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41, Reference 124300 A stainless steel wristwatch with coral red lacquer dial and bracelet, Circa 2020 Dial: coral red lacquer Calibre: cal. 3230 automatic, 31 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 20F156X8 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 41 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 195 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex International Guarantee, instruction manual and presentation box The Rolex Oyster Perpetual reference 124300 with a coral red lacquer dial presents a bold yet refined take on the brand’s iconic everyday watch. Its vibrant coral red lacquer dial delivers a luminous, rich finish that shifts gracefully with the light, balanced by sharp applied baton indices and Chromalight luminescent hands for exceptional legibility. Powered by Rolex’s in-house calibre 3230 movement, it offers a 70-hour power reserve along with precision and robust reliability. This adorable timepiece blends confident colour, versatile wearability, and elite horological performance.

View 1 of Lot 2349: Oyster Perpetual 41, Reference 124300 | A stainless steel wristwatch with coral red lacquer dial and bracelet, Circa 2020

oyster perpetual 41, reference 124300 | a stainless steel wristwatch with coral red lacquer dial and bracelet, circa 2020

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36, Reference 126000 A stainless steel wristwatch with coral red lacquer dial and bracelet, Circa 2020 Dial: coral red lacquer Calibre: cal. 3230 automatic, 31 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 84S889U7 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 36 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 180 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex International Guarantee, instruction manual and presentation box The vivid coral red lacquer dial of the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference 126000 is a masterpiece in refined colour expression. Its deep, high-gloss lacquer finish catches the light with a rich, saturated glow, exuding quiet confidence and sophistication. Paired with crisp luminous baton indices and hands, the dial balances bold visual impact with Rolex’s signature understated luxury—an eye-catching yet elegant centrepiece that elevates the entire timepiece.

View 1 of Lot 2342: Oyster Perpetual 36, Reference 126000 | A stainless steel wristwatch with coral red lacquer dial and bracelet, Circa 2020

oyster perpetual 36, reference 126000 | a stainless steel wristwatch with coral red lacquer dial and bracelet, circa 2020

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona “Panna”, Reference 116520 A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with “Panna” dial and bracelet, Circa 2003 Dial: Panna Calibre: cal. 4130 automatic, 44 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: Y964217 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 195 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Garantie and instruction manual First introduced in the 1960s and never leaving the catalogue since, the Daytona saw many updates as Rolex endeavoured to modernise and help the Daytona remain relevant. Their efforts paid off in a huge way, and across its many references and iterations the Daytona today might be Rolex’s most coveted model. One of the most technically significant updates came with the present reference 116520, being the first Daytona to feature a fully in-house calibre. What makes the present example of the Daytona extremely special is the tropical dial, which over time has changed from the factory white configuration to a very pleasing and rich cream colour. The collecting community has affectionately nicknamed these dials “Panna”, Italian for “cream”. Collectors will know that Panna dials are only accepted within a limited serial range, and with this Y serial example sitting perfectly within that range, this watch is sure to attract any discerning collector.

View 1 of Lot 2123: Cosmograph Daytona “Panna”, Reference 116520 | A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with “Panna” dial and bracelet, Circa 2003

cosmograph daytona “panna”, reference 116520 | a stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with “panna” dial and bracelet, circa 2003

Rolex Cellini A yellow gold and diamond-set bracelet watch with mother-of-pearl dial, Circa 2005 Dial: mother-of-pearl Calibre: cal. 1400 mechanical, 18 jewels Case: 18k yellow gold, snap on case back Case number: D4 and 047 Closure: 18k yellow gold Rolex bracelet and clasp Size: 27 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 165 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none The present example of the Cellini is a seldom seen gem from Rolex's catalogue, featuring a mother-of-pearl dial and glistering diamonds scattered over the bracelet and bezel.

View 1 of Lot 2232: Cellini | A yellow gold and diamond-set bracelet watch with mother-of-pearl dial, Circa 2005

cellini | a yellow gold and diamond-set bracelet watch with mother-of-pearl dial, circa 2005

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36, Reference 126000 A stainless steel wristwatch with turquoise blue lacquer dial and bracelet, Circa 2023 Dial: turquoise blue lacquer Calibre: cal. 3230 automatic, 31 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 001AN513 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 36 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 190 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex International Guarantee, instruction manual and presentation box Launched in 2020, the Rolex Oyster Perpetual reference 126000 with a turquoise blue lacquer dial, is a modern collector’s icon. Its 36 mm stainless steel case, smooth bezel and Oyster bracelet offer timeless versatility, paired with the in-house calibre 3230 movement for precision and reliability. A highly coveted, unisex timepiece with enduring luxury appeal.

View 1 of Lot 2344: Oyster Perpetual 36, Reference 126000 | A stainless steel wristwatch with turquoise blue lacquer dial and bracelet, Circa 2023

oyster perpetual 36, reference 126000 | a stainless steel wristwatch with turquoise blue lacquer dial and bracelet, circa 2023

PROPERTY OF AN IMPORTANT ASIAN COLLECTOR Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 'Paul Newman John Player Special Cherry', Reference 6264 A yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1971 Dial: black, exotic Calibre: cal. 727 mechanical, 17 jewels Case: 14k yellow gold, screw down case back Case number: 2’802’702 Closure: 14k yellow gold Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 37 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 190 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none In the Rolex collecting world, several key terms will instantly get any connoisseurs’ attention. Daytona. Paul Newman. John Player Special. All of these terms are no stranger to the community, nor to the gavel. Indeed, Paul Newman Daytonas have made up the bulk of high-flying Rolex auction lots in recent years, with John Player Special versions flying higher still. However, this was not the case half a century ago when the Daytona was first introduced. As the well known story goes, the original Daytonas were so unpopular that they would sit in retailer shop windows for years without attracting any interested buyers. This was one of the reasons why, a few years after the release of the reference 6239, Rolex began producing a new dial type in order to add variety and hopefully increase appeal in its struggling chronograph model. Their plan failed, but only for the time being. No one knew it at the time, but Rolex had just created their most desirable dial design, ever. Few manually wound Daytonas were ever made due to their unpopularity at the time, even fewer with exotic dials, and fewer still were cased in gold. Some experts go so far as to estimate that for every Daytona that was cased in gold, ten were cased in stainless steel, with the total amount of gold Daytonas fitted with exotic dials of any colour never exceeding 100 units. It wasn’t until Paul Newman, star of both race track and silver screen was seen wearing an exotic dial 6239 that people began to take notice. The rest, as they say, is history. Yellow gold Paul Newman dials come in three categories: Champagne, Lemon, and the present John Player Special, which signified a black dial with gold accents, aptly named after the iconic Lotus Formula One team which shared the same colour scheme. Champagne examples are the most common, while JPS and Lemon variants are considerably scarcer. Indeed, no more than 20 JPS examples have appeared at auction in the past decade. However, an even scarcer sub-genre of the John Player Special that may be less familiar to the collecting zeitgeist, and indeed has never yet appeared at auction, is the John Player Special ‘Cherry’. Every single John Player Special dial that has appeared at auction features a gold coloured ‘Daytona’ logo above the 6 o’clock register, with the majority of these belonging to the reference 6241 and serial numbers scattered roughly around the year 1970. However, another small batch of John Player Special dials have surfaced in 6264 cases with serials clustered in 1971. These dials feature a slightly different gold colour tone, deeper and richer compared to standard John Player Specials, prompting some experts to refer to them as ‘Reverse Lemon’ dials. Most importantly, these dials all feature ‘Daytona’ Logo in bright red, earning them the moniker ‘Cherry’. Believed to have been produced as a final batch of gold Paul Newman dials, the handful of known examples are found within a narrow grouping of case numbers. Rarely seen publicly, the JPS cherry has only occasionally featured in reference books and online archives. Further research shows that some 20+ years ago a small group of early vintage Rolex collectors were afforded a tour of the Singer factory, and images from that trip included an example of the JPS cherry within Singers own archives.

View 1 of Lot 2400: Cosmograph Daytona 'Paul Newman John Player Special Cherry', Reference 6264 | A yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1971

cosmograph daytona 'paul newman john player special cherry', reference 6264 | a yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, circa 1971

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 'Rainbow', Reference 116598RBOW A yellow gold, diamond and multi-coloured sapphire-set chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 2012 Dial: black, diamond-set Calibre: cal. 4130 automatic, 44 jewels Case: 18k yellow gold, screw-down case back Case number: 9540N7D7 Closure: 18k yellow gold Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 195 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex International Guarantee, instruction manual and presentation box When the Rainbow Daytona was first introduced in 2012, collectors were awe-struck, and took a minute to gather their thoughts. Indeed, what met their eyes was something so outlandish and unlike anything that Rolex had ever done before with the Daytona, that they almost didn't know what to think. Soon, collectors began to recognise that these outstanding qualities were to be cherished, and not critiqued. What we had on our hands, with a fully gradient sapphire-set bezel, was the ultimate statement piece, and the very fact that Rolex wouldn't usually do something like this only served to make the Rainbow Daytona even more objectively rare. Today, it is one of the most sought-after modern Daytonas on the market.

View 1 of Lot 2191: Cosmograph Daytona 'Rainbow', Reference 116598RBOW | A yellow gold, diamond and multi-coloured sapphire-set chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 2012

cosmograph daytona 'rainbow', reference 116598rbow | a yellow gold, diamond and multi-coloured sapphire-set chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, circa 2012

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona “Inverted 6”, Reference 16518 A yellow gold and diamond-set chronograph wristwatch, Circa 1991 Dial: white Calibre: cal. 4030 automatic, 31 jewels Case: 18k yellow gold, screw down case back Case number: N436471 Closure: brown Rolex alligator strap and 18k yellow gold folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex presentation box From 1988 until the turn of the millennium, Rolex utilized a modified Zenith-based movement to power their Daytona line. The Rolex Daytona 16518 features the 4030 movement and is among the various references produced during this period. Dating back to around 1993, this watch is often referred to as an 'Inverted 6' because the subdial at the 6 o'clock position displays an upside-down 6 for the chronograph's hour function.

View 1 of Lot 2246: Cosmograph Daytona “Inverted 6”, Reference 16518 | A yellow gold and diamond-set chronograph wristwatch, Circa 1991

cosmograph daytona “inverted 6”, reference 16518 | a yellow gold and diamond-set chronograph wristwatch, circa 1991

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona, Reference 116520 A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 2013 Dial: white Calibre: cal. 4130 automatic, 44 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: G686907 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 195 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Garantie Internationale, product literature, instruction manual and presentation box One of the most desirable watch models on the market, the Rolex Daytona has seen multiple variations throughout its time in production, with each iteration slightly improving upon the last. These changes included first the change from pump to screw down pushers, and then the move from manual winding to automatic calibres. The present reference 116520 featured an equally significant change, marking the first time a Rolex manufacture calibre was used in the Daytona, improving upon the outgoing 16520 which housed a modified Zenith movement.

View 1 of Lot 2166: Cosmograph Daytona, Reference 116520 | A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 2013

cosmograph daytona, reference 116520 | a stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, circa 2013

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona, Reference 116505 An Everose gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 2009 Dial: black Calibre: cal. 4130 automatic, 44 jewels Case: 18k Everose gold, screw down case back Case number: V064627 Closure: 18k Everose gold Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 200 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Garantie Internationale, instruction manual and presentation box The present watch features Rolex’s in‑house calibre 4130, combining the racing chronograph performance with their distinctive Everose gold. The present watch features a black dial and full gold Oyster bracelet which makes it one of the most recognisable Daytonas on the market.

View 1 of Lot 2335: Cosmograph Daytona, Reference 116505 | An Everose gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 2009

cosmograph daytona, reference 116505 | an everose gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, circa 2009

Rolex Yacht-Master, Reference 16622 A stainless steel wristwatch with date, platinum bezel and dial and bracelet, Circa 2000 Dial: platinum Calibre: cal. 3135 automatic, 31 jewels Case: stainless steel and platinum, screw down case back Case number: A809809 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 195 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Garantie, instruction manual and presentation box The reference 16622 differentiates itself from other regular stainless steel Rolexes by employing a solid platinum bidirectional bezel against a sandblasted platinum dial. It creates a frosted effect while highlighted by a red seconds hand.

View 1 of Lot 2169: Yacht-Master, Reference 16622 | A stainless steel wristwatch with date, platinum bezel and dial and bracelet, Circa 2000

yacht-master, reference 16622 | a stainless steel wristwatch with date, platinum bezel and dial and bracelet, circa 2000

Rolex GMT-Master ‘Pepsi’, Reference 16750 A stainless steel dual time wristwatch with date and bracelet, Circa 1984 Dial: black Calibre: cal. 3075 automatic, 27 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 8’200’889 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 195 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Garantie, product literature, instruction manual and presentation box The GMT-Master is one of Rolex’s most important model lines, and has been in continuous production since the 1950s with the historic reference 6542, which was also the pioneer of the now classic ‘Pepsi’ bezel colourway. The present reference 16750 was the third generation, following the longrunning 1675. Several modernising changes were introduced, with this reference being the first GMT-Master to feature a quick-set date as well as the glossy dial with white gold surrounds on the lume plots.

View 1 of Lot 2170: GMT-Master ‘Pepsi’, Reference 16750 | A stainless steel dual time wristwatch with date and bracelet, Circa 1984

gmt-master ‘pepsi’, reference 16750 | a stainless steel dual time wristwatch with date and bracelet, circa 1984

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Tru-Beat, Reference 6556 A stainless steel wristwatch with bracelet and dead beat seconds, Circa 1956 Dial: silvered Calibre: cal. 1040 automatic, 26 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 139’035 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 35 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 185 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none A true oddball within its family, the Tru-Beat is one of the rare Rolex models which features a complication usually reserved for niche or independent watchmaking nowadays: the dead beat seconds complication. However, when it was introduced in the mid-century, this complication had an extremely practical use, just like all Rolexes back then. The Tru-Beat was designed for doctors to be able to attain the best and most accurate reading when taking a patient’s pulse, something which required timing down to the nearest second. It is easy to see why this model, which has been known as one of the most “un-Rolex” Rolexes, has become a cult classic amongst collectors. The bright red dead beat seconds hand coupled with crosshair dial and alpha hands oozes vintage class, perfect for the collector who wishes to own something that few are likely to possess.

View 1 of Lot 2131: Oyster Perpetual Tru-Beat, Reference 6556 | A stainless steel wristwatch with bracelet and dead beat seconds, Circa 1956

oyster perpetual tru-beat, reference 6556 | a stainless steel wristwatch with bracelet and dead beat seconds, circa 1956

Rolex Air-King, Reference 5500 A stainless steel wristwatch with bracelet, Made for the UAE Armed Forces, Circa 1987 Dial: champagne with UAE Armed Forces crest Calibre: cal. 1520 automatic, 26 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 9’762’849 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 34 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 195 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none The present Air-King features the coveted UAE Armed Forces crest on the dial. These were specially commissioned by the force directly from Rolex, and given out to members of the service as a sign of merit. A sign of authenticity when it comes to this reference is the dial colour: champagne toned dials are usually reserved for solid gold Air-King models, but are characteristic for stainless steel reference 5500s with the UAE Armed Forces crest.

View 1 of Lot 2124: Air-King, Reference 5500 | A stainless steel wristwatch with bracelet, Made for the UAE Armed Forces, Circa 1987

air-king, reference 5500 | a stainless steel wristwatch with bracelet, made for the uae armed forces, circa 1987

PROPERTY OF A SOUTHEAST ASIAN COLLECTOR Rolex Cosmograph Daytona “Big Red”, Reference 6263 A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1978 Dial: silvered Calibre: cal. 727 mechanical, 17 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 5'529'908 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 37 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 175 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Garantie The Rolex Daytona is arguably one of the most beloved wristwatch designs in history, with its extensive range of references and variations captivating enthusiasts and enhancing its collectability. While there are a few exceptions, mechanical Daytona's are typically the most sought after, representing the earliest and perhaps the purest iteration of the entire line. The initial four-digit references, from 6239 to 6264, featured non-Oyster cases that were slightly slimmer and equipped with pump pushers. The later references, 6263 and 6265, marked the introduction of the Oyster Daytona's, which, thanks to their thicker waterproof cases and screw-down pushers, appear larger and are often preferred by collectors. The current reference 6263 is also equipped with the desirable “Big Red” dial, where the “Daytona” text above the 6 o’clock sub-dial is prominently printed in bright red and larger than in other references. Earlier 6263 models did not include the “Daytona” text at all, while later service dials displayed the “Small Red” variant with significantly smaller print. The distinctive and striking appearance of “Big Red” dials has made them particularly popular among collectors.

View 1 of Lot 2133: Cosmograph Daytona “Big Red”, Reference 6263 | A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1978

cosmograph daytona “big red”, reference 6263 | a stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, circa 1978

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.

View 1 of Lot 2132: Day-Date “Khanjar Pie-Pan”, Reference 1804 | A platinum and diamond-set wristwatch with day, date and bracelet, Retailed by Asprey, Circa 1974

day-date “khanjar pie-pan”, reference 1804 | a platinum and diamond-set wristwatch with day, date and bracelet, retailed by asprey, circa 1974

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date, Reference 15000 A stainless steel wristwatch with date and bracelet, Made for the Saudi Fund for Development, Circa 1983 Dial: champagne with Saudi Fund for Development crest Calibre: cal. 3035 automatic, 27 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 7’267’200 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 34 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 190 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none Hans Wilsdorf, the founder of Rolex, was a master at marketing. A lesser known segment of his history were his frequent visits to the Middle East, during which he established his brand in the eyes of local politicians and royalty. It is for this reason that Rolex wristwatches were widely used as commemorative tokens and gifts. The present Oyster Perpetual is stamped with the rare Saudi Fund for Development crest on the dial. Only a handful are known, especially in the ‘Jumbo’ configuration, as there is another less desirable version featuring a smaller logo.

View 1 of Lot 2125: Oyster Perpetual Date, Reference 15000 | A stainless steel wristwatch with date and bracelet, Made for the Saudi Fund for Development, Circa 1983

oyster perpetual date, reference 15000 | a stainless steel wristwatch with date and bracelet, made for the saudi fund for development, circa 1983

PROPERTY OF A COLLECTOR Rolex Sky-Dweller, Reference 326939 A white gold annual calendar dual time zone wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 2012 Dial: ivory Calibre: cal. 9001 automatic, 40 jewels Case: 18k white gold, screw down case back Case number: M0173258 Closure: 18k white gold Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 42 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 190 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Garantie, instruction manual and presentation box The Sky-Dweller is the brand's most complicated wristwatch to date, featuring an annual calendar with a ring command system. Turning the bezel enables the user to select to change the date or local time via the crown. The present example is in a handsome white gold sheen paired with a smart ivory cream coloured dial.

View 1 of Lot 2167: Sky-Dweller, Reference 326939 | A white gold annual calendar dual time zone wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 2012

sky-dweller, reference 326939 | a white gold annual calendar dual time zone wristwatch with bracelet, circa 2012

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date, Reference 1500 A stainless steel wristwatch with date, Made for the Abu Dhabi Defense Force, Circa 1974 Dial: champagne Calibre: cal. 1570 automatic, 26 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 3'717'396 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 35 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 180 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Garantie Vintage Rolex watches bearing the emblem of the Abu Dhabi Defence Force are rare and were specially commissioned in the 1960s and 1970s. These timepieces often feature the UAE crest or a distinctive hawk logo on the dial. These watches were often presented as gifts to high-ranking officials and are highly coveted by collectors.

View 1 of Lot 2127: Oyster Perpetual Date, Reference 1500 | A stainless steel wristwatch with date, Made for the Abu Dhabi Defense Force, Circa 1974

oyster perpetual date, reference 1500 | a stainless steel wristwatch with date, made for the abu dhabi defense force, circa 1974

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona, Reference 116509 A white gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 2007 Dial: black, racing Calibre: cal. 4130 automatic, 44 jewels Case: 18k white gold, screw down case back Case number: Z506692 Closure: 18k white gold Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 190 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Garantie Internationale, product literature, instruction manual and presentation box The Daytona is perhaps Rolex’s most desirable model line, and throughout the years it has seen countless variations. However, even though the first Daytona was created back in the 60s, it wouldn’t be until 2004 that Rolex would release a version in full white gold with matching bracelet. The present lot is part of that first white gold reference, featuring a distinctive “racing” style dial with red scales reminiscent of dashboard instruments, calling back to the Daytona’s roots in motor racing.

View 1 of Lot 2333: Cosmograph Daytona, Reference 116509 | A white gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 2007

cosmograph daytona, reference 116509 | a white gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, circa 2007

PROPERTY OF AN IMPORTANT COLLECTOR Rolex Prince, Reference 971 A two-colour gold wristwatch, Circa 1939 Dial: silvered Calibre: Extra Prima manual winding movement, 15 jewels Case: 9k yellow gold and stainless steel, snap on case back Case number: 73’486 Closure: unsigned alligator strap and stainless steel buckle Size: 36 mm length x 23 mm width Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Prince presentation box The present Rolex Prince is a time capsule from a different time. Produced between the 1920s to the late 30s, the reference 971 is known for its flared brancards and distinctive two-tone art deco dial, with the sub-seconds dial sitting completely outside of the primary time telling dial. On the inside case back and inside dust cover, the watch is proudly adorned with the engraving “25 world records”, showing off the numerous accolades won during chronometer certification and scientific trials, demonstrating that the Rolex brand has been committed to accuracy from the very start.

View 1 of Lot 2130: Prince, Reference 971 | A two-colour gold wristwatch, Circa 1939

prince, reference 971 | a two-colour gold wristwatch, circa 1939

Rolex GMT-Master “Nipple Dial”, Reference 1675 A yellow gold dual time wristwatch with date and bracelet, Circa 1971 Dial: brown Calibre: cal. 1570 automatic, 26 jewels Case: 18k yellow gold, screw down case back Case number: 2’274’723 Closure: 18k yellow gold Rolex Jubilee bracelet and folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 185 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Garantie The GMT-Master was originally introduced as the perfect travel companion for pilots working at Pan Am Airways, being able to easily accommodate two different time zones with the turn of the bezel. The present watch belongs to the second execution of the GMT-Master, the long running reference 1675. This reference has become a classic in modern times due to the plethora of design variations, making it extremely collectible. The present example is no different, cased in yellow gold as opposed to the more common stainless steel, and also features the “Nipple Dial”, which means that the hour markers are set on thicker yellow gold surrounds. To find one in clean condition, paired with a very well proportioned case is sure to excite any Rolex collector.

View 1 of Lot 2126: GMT-Master “Nipple Dial”, Reference 1675 | A yellow gold dual time wristwatch with date and bracelet, Circa 1971

gmt-master “nipple dial”, reference 1675 | a yellow gold dual time wristwatch with date and bracelet, circa 1971

Rolex ‘Double Red’ Sea-Dweller “Tropical MK II”, Reference 1665 A stainless steel wristwatch with date, bracelet and tropical dial, Circa 1972 Dial: tropical Calibre: cal. 1570 automatic, 26 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 3’066’109 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp with diver’s extension Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 180 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Garanzia Following the monumental success of the Submariner and with the booming diving industry, Rolex began to notice a strange recurring phenomena - saturation divers would report the crystals of their Submariners popping off during regular usage. After a thorough investigation, the cause was finally found: helium gas would accumulate inside the watch case during long saturation dives and would need to escape, explosively if necessary, during decompression. The defining feature of the Sea-Dweller was the helium escape valve, invented and patented by Rolex themselves, located on the non-crown side case flank. This stroke of genius immediately remedied the crystal issue and was immediately adopted by diving professionals. The first reference of this historic model line was the 1665, and the first few batches within the reference were emblazoned with striking red text. These “Double Red” Sea-Dwellers have since become some of the most coveted dive watches ever made by Rolex. The present Double Red Sea-Dweller is made even more attractive thanks to its tropical dial, a natural process where the colour has patinated from its original black to a handsome and even brown colour. Only Mk II dials are accepted to become tropical, and the dial type is indeed present and correct.

View 1 of Lot 2129: ‘Double Red’ Sea-Dweller “Tropical MK II”, Reference 1665 | A stainless steel wristwatch with date, bracelet and tropical dial, Circa 1972

‘double red’ sea-dweller “tropical mk ii”, reference 1665 | a stainless steel wristwatch with date, bracelet and tropical dial, circa 1972

Rolex Datejust “Khanjar”, Reference 16220 A stainless steel wristwatch with date and bracelet, Circa 1991 Dial: silvered with red Khanjar Calibre: cal. 3135 automatic, 31 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back with Khanjar engraving Case number: X101816 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Jubilee bracelet and folding clasp Size: 36 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 190 mm Signed: case, dial and movement, case back further signed Asprey Accessories: none Sultan Qaboos bin Said al Said of Oman was a famous lover of wristwatches. He made a habit of gifting watches from prestigious brands to friends and subjects, elevating most pieces with the Omani Khanjar crest of his family. Due to the rarity and historic value, Khanjar stamped pieces have become immensely popular in recent times. Authentic Khanjar Rolexes must have the logo itself replace lines of text, as this is almost impossible to replicate perfectly on the sly. Collectors also like to see either a corresponding Asprey or Khanjar stamp on the case back. Both of these features are present and correct on the present Datejust.

View 1 of Lot 2128: Datejust “Khanjar”, Reference 16220 | A stainless steel wristwatch with date and bracelet, Circa 1991

datejust “khanjar”, reference 16220 | a stainless steel wristwatch with date and bracelet, circa 1991

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41, Reference 124300 A stainless steel wristwatch with green lacquered dial and bracelet, Circa 2022 Dial: green lacquered Calibre: cal. 3230 automatic, 31 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 899782Q4 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 41 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 180 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Garantie Internationale, instruction manual and presentation box The Rolex Oyster Perpetual 124300 exemplfies the brand's iconic green colour. Tapping into the current demand for green-dial watches, its hue is carefully matched to Rolex’s signature green box, reinforcing the marque’s instantly recognisable aesthetic. At 41 mm, the present model is the big size of the Oyster Perpetual line.

View 1 of Lot 2348: Oyster Perpetual 41, Reference 124300 | A stainless steel wristwatch with green lacquered dial and bracelet, Circa 2022

oyster perpetual 41, reference 124300 | a stainless steel wristwatch with green lacquered dial and bracelet, circa 2022

PROPERTY OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER Rolex Cosmograph Daytona ‘Paul Newman’, Reference 6239 A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1967 Dial: black, exotic Calibre: cal. 722-1 mechanical, 17 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 1’695’131 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 37 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 175 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none The first Daytona to be released was the present reference 6239, as can be denoted by the use of pump pushers and stainless steel bezel. A small percentage of these watches were fitted with “exotic” dials to add variety to the catalogue, featuring a stepped dial, contrasting outer minutes track, and Art Deco fonts and motifs within the sub-dials. Famously, these watches were a commercial failure at the time of launch, resulting in relatively low production numbers, especially in the exotic dial variant. It was not until movie and racing legend Paul Newman became known for wearing one of these exotic dial Daytonas that the model took off, eventually taking on the actor’s name and becoming the industry icon that it is today. In today’s Rolex collecting market, honesty and authenticity are paramount. Connoisseurs are sure to appreciate the fact that the present Paul Newman Daytona comes directly consigned by the original owner. Furthermore, astute and discerning collectors will recognise that this dial belongs to the rarer “Big T-Swiss-T” variant, only correct on earlier 6239 examples such as this one. Even though this watch was clearly worn and enjoyed over many years, the sharpness of the serifs and typefaces together with the definition within the sub-dial counters remain unmolested. This lot presents collectors with the chance to own one of the most coveted Rolex references, coming directly from the original owner.

View 1 of Lot 2136: Cosmograph Daytona ‘Paul Newman’, Reference 6239 | A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1967

cosmograph daytona ‘paul newman’, reference 6239 | a stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, circa 1967

PROPERTY OF AN ASTUTE GENTLEMAN Rolex Cosmograph Daytona, Reference 116509 A white gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 2012 Dial: grey Calibre: cal. 4130 automatic, 44 jewels Case: 18k white gold, screw down case back Case number: 25R627Y8 Closure: 18k white gold Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 200 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Garantie Internationale The six digit Daytona evolves from the 4030 movement to the in-house calibre 4130 movement, and are presented in various cases and styles. The present example features a classic white metal palette paired with a grey dial with red accents.

View 1 of Lot 2122: Cosmograph Daytona, Reference 116509 | A white gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 2012

cosmograph daytona, reference 116509 | a white gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, circa 2012

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Rolex Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 116520). A 40mm stainless steel automatic wristwatch with chronograph. 2004

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President Day-Date (Reference 228235). A 40mm rose gold diamond-set automatic wristwatch with date and day. 2025

Includes <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/rolex?waysToBuy=buyNow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Rolex</a> box, card, hang tag, and seal hang tag.

Rolex Sky-Dweller (Reference 326934). A 42mm white gold stainless steel automatic wristwatch with date and dual time. 2018

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Rolex President Day-Date (Reference 228238). A 40mm yellow gold automatic wristwatch with date and day. 2015

Cosmograph Daytona (Reference 116505). A 40mm rose gold automatic wristwatch with chronograph. 2009-2010

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