ROLEX | EXPLORER GRAN VIA 1, 100 ANOS, GRASSY, 50 ANOS, REFERENCE 214270LIMITED EDITION STAINLESS STEEL WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET CIRCA 2017

Dial: blackCalibre: cal. 3132 automatic, 31 jewels Case: stainless steel Oyster, screw-down crown and back Case number: 10'6Y3'7U2Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with integrated folding clasp Dimensions: 39mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 200mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Guarantee card dated 13 December 2017, international warranty, Rolex user manual, chronometer tag and presentation case

DIAL: dial and hands in excellent condition CASE: in excellent condition, factory stickers and bezel protectors are still on MOVEMENT: running at the time of cataloguing, seconds hack when crown is pulled outPlease 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.
"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."

Alexandre Grassy, born in Algeria and son of an Italian goldsmith first arrived in Spain around the early 1920s. He set up his first jewellery store specialising in clocks and watches and in just a few years’ time a second shop in Madrid and a further branch out in France.Construction on the Gran Via in Madrid had started in around 1910 and the impressive Gran Via 1 was built between 1916-1917. This street was famous for its plethora of jewellery and watch shops. It was the perfect location for such a renowned establishment like Grassy and in 1953, they opened their flagship store on the famous Gran Via 1 where they can still be found to this day. Grassy introduced several high-end Swiss watch manufacturers to the Spanish market, such as Vacheron Constantin, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Audemars Piguet. In 1967, the flourishing family firm also became an official distributor for Rolex.

In order to celebrate and commemorate this fruitful partnership, Rolex launched this limited edition Explorer in 2017. It is engraved on the case back with the facade of Gran Via 1 proudly showcasing the Rolex sign. The 100 year anniversary of the Gran Via 1 and the 50 year anniversary of the collaboration between Rolex and the Grassy family are also engraved. 

While the watch does not bear a special limited edition number, it is believed only 50 pieces were produced.  This particular watch is in like-new condition including all documentation and original protection stickers.