Lot 19
  • 19

Rolex

Estimate
26,000 - 35,000 HKD
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Description

  • A SET OF THREE WRISTWATCHESREF 114270 CASE Y681962 EXPLORER CIRCA 2004NO 49891 CIRCA 1936 AND NO 39138 CIRCA 1933
  • diameter 36 mm, 30 mm and 29 mm
• The first: automatic jeweled nickel lever movement • black dial, luminescent indexes and hands, centre seconds, outer minute track • stainless steel case, screw-down case back • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Rolex bracelet
• The second and third: manual winding movement, 15 jewels, bi-metallic balance • silvered engine-turned dial, Arabic numberals, luminescent hands, subsidiary seconds • pink gilt case, snap-on case back • case, dial and movement signed • with a pink gilt Rolex buckle

Condition

All three movements are in working order while cataloguing. The first: dial is clean and intact. No visble blemishes to the case. Excellent overall condition. The second: dial is clean, hands are tarnished but the luminescent material can still glow in the dark. Case with signs of tarnishing but can be cleaned, light surface scuffs. Overall condition is very good for its age. Service is recommended for the movement. The third: dial is clean, hands are tarnished, most of the luminescent material is missing. Case with signs of tarnishing but can be cleaned, light surface scuffs. Overall condition is very good for its age. Service is recommended for the movement. **Please note the movements have not been tested for time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. **The strap of these wristwatches are made from an endangered species, please refer to important notices for further information**.
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."