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ROLEX | DAY-DATE, REFERENCE 1803 YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH DAY AND DATE CIRCA 1972

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • DAY-DATE, REFERENCE 1803 YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH DAY AND DATE CIRCA 1972
Dial: champagne Calibre: cal. 1556 automatic, 26 jewels Movement number: DD'467'831Case: 18ct yellow gold Oyster, screw-down crown and back Case number: 3’462’846 Closure: unsigned brown alligator strap with unsigned yellow metal pin buckle Dimensions: 36mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none

Condition

DIAL: in very good condition, with one very discrete scuff at 1:30 only visible under magnification. hands in very good condition. Lume plots in good condition with a minor loss to the one at 3 o'clock. CASE: with light scuffs throughout, some scuffs to the lugs and back consistent with age and wear, overall in good condition. Case still retaining strong proportions, hallmarks are very clear. MOVEMENT: running at time of cataloguing, day and date advancing, seconds hack when crown pulled out. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion. **The strap of this wristwatch is 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."