• cal. 1570 automatic nickel lever movement, 26 jewels, mono-metallic compensation balance, adjusted to five positions and temperature • two-tone brown dial, applied luminescent dagger, dot and baton indexes, luminescent Mercedes-style hands, sweep center seconds, magnified date aperture • 18k yellow gold tonneau water-resistant-type case, two-tone brown rotating bezel calibrated for 24 hours with corresponding triangular hand, screw-down crown, screw-down back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Rolex bracelet

The movement is running, however it may require service soon. It is numbered D526183. Please note that the dial is not two-tone, rather one uniform lovely shade of brown, with gilt tracking and printing. There is some damage to the dial, likely from moisture, between 5:30 and 6 o'clock on the very outer edge of the minutes track. There are some scuffs to the bezel and a scratch between the 2 and 6, which is visible in the catalogue photograph. The numbers between the lugs are 2274760 and 1675. The case shows some signs of light to moderate wear throughout otherwise. The inside of the case back is stamped 1675. Please note that the watch is further accompanied by a Rolex presentation box with original waterproof certification and outer packaging.
"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."

Accompanied by a punch-stamped A🅺ttes🙈tation, numbered Guarantee dated March 30th, 1971 and Official Chronometer Certification within a green folder.

For a note🎃 on examples o꧂f Ref. 1675 in gold, see lot 131.