ROLEX | DAY-DATE, OCTOPUSSY, REF 1804IMPRESSIVE PLATINUM, WHITE GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET WRISTWATCH WITH DAY, DATE AND BRACELETCIRCA 1971

Dial: oxblood enamel lacqueredCalibre: cal. 1556 automatic, 26 jewelsCase: platinum, screw down backCase number: 2’685’097Closure: 18k white gold and diamond-set Rolex 'Octopussy' bracelet and folding claspSize: 34 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approx. 170 mmSigned: case, dial and movement

MVT: is running at the time of cataloguing. The day-date function is working properly. CASE: in very good condition with crisp hallmark on the back and nice brushed finishing to the upper side of the lugs. The milling to the case back is sharp and retains part of the factory sticker. There is some surface wear visible to the naked eye and underneath the lugs there is some surface wear from removing the bracelet. The white gold bracelet is very attractive with very light stretching. DIAL: with attractive red colour and luminous dots having aged consistently, reacting evenly to UV light and fading right after exposure. There are hairlines to the lacquer surface visible to the naked eye. Such hairlines are natural for the age of the watch and Rolex collectors may refer to it as a spider dial. 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."

Rolex Day-Date, one of the most iconic and well known wristwatch on the market, first launched in 1956, available in different sizes for both gender, number of variations from basis stainless steel model to precious metals such as platinum and gold. The present wristwatch is a rare example in platinum with diamond-set indexes and white gold bracelet, a gorgeous oxblood enamel lacquered dial. Rolex only produce these dials from the 1960s till the 1990s. The bezel preciously adorned with 46 brilliant cut diamonds. The Rolex white gold President bracelet equipped by two brilliant cut diamonds and a baguette-cut diamond positioned centrally.