Fine Watches
Fine Watches
Rolex
Daytona ‘Inverted 6 Zenith’, Reference 16523 | A stainless steel and yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet | Circa 1995
Lot Closed
May 29, 01:29 PM GMT
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
Lot Details
Description
Rolex
Daytona ‘Inverted 6 Zenith’, Reference 16523
A stainless steel and yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet
Circa 1995
Dial: gilt
Calibre: cal. 4030 automatic winding, 31 jewels
Case: 18k yellow gold and stainless steel, screw down case back
Case number: X’901’468
Closure: 18k yellow gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp
Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 195 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Papers: yes
Box: yes
Accessories: Rolex Garantie, leather wallet, product literature and promotional material, COSC hangtag, numbered hangtag and presentation case with outer packaging
The present reference 16523, is a highly sought-after collector's itemcommonly referred to as Zenith Daytona. Indeed, the watch features a Zenith movement, specifically the calibre 4030, which holds significance as the last outsourced movement utilised by Rolex for their chronograph range. Operating at a remarkable frequency of 28,800 beats per hour, this movement showcases impressive precision and smooth performance, whether on the racetrack or in everyday timekeeping. Its exceptional accuracy has stood the test of time.
The present lot's desirability is enhanced by its dial configuration, known as 'inverted 6'.