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Rolex
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- A VERY RARE YELLOW GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS AND TACHOMETER REF 6238 CASE 997150 PRE-DAYTONA CIRCA 1963
- Alligator, yellow gold
- diameter 36 mm
• cal. 727 nickel lever movement, 17 jewels • silvered dial, applied dart indexes with luminous dots, minute and 1/5 seconds division, luminous hands, subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 12-hour and 30-minute registers, outer blue tachometer scale • 14k yellow gold Oyster case, screw down crown and back • case, dial and movement signed • with a gold-plated Rolex buckle
Condition
Movement running at time of cataloging, however not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Chronograph functions correctly. Case in very good/excellent condition, patina overall and no polish, retains original lines. Light scratches and small scuff to the bezel consistent with age. Case back with very light surface scratches. Pushers with ends missing gold cap, light scratches to bottom of lugs. Dial in excellent condition with light patina, all original elements and text. Overall a superb example of a 6238.
The present lot contains endangered species which is subject to restrictions upon international export. Accordingly, the strap for this item will be removed prior to shipment outside the United States.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by a presentation box, guarantee, instructional sheet and two tags.
The Rolex ref. 6238, referred to as a ‘Pre-Daytona,’ marked Rolex’s last Oyster cased chronograph with the tachometer to the dial, rather than on the bezel. The present lot is offered from the family of the original owner, and it is offered in exceptional, seemingly unused, condition. The case retains original crisp lines and has light patina on the case overall with the only loss of gold to the ends of the chronograph pushers. Between the lugs are very finely preserved numbers and 14k designation, and the underside of the lugs retains hallmarks as if they were just punched. Further to the exceptional condition, the watch is accompanied by the original papers, box and tags.
The Rolex ref. 6238, referred to as a ‘Pre-Daytona,’ marked Rolex’s last Oyster cased chronograph with the tachometer to the dial, rather than on the bezel. The present lot is offered from the family of the original owner, and it is offered in exceptional, seemingly unused, condition. The case retains original crisp lines and has light patina on the case overall with the only loss of gold to the ends of the chronograph pushers. Between the lugs are very finely preserved numbers and 14k designation, and the underside of the lugs retains hallmarks as if they were just punched. Further to the exceptional condition, the watch is accompanied by the original papers, box and tags.