• 18’’’ frosted gilt lever movement, gold pallet and escape wheel, jeweled with some set in chatons, engraved balance bridge, column wheel chronograph • white enamel dial, Arabic numerals, outer minute and 1/5 seconds track, subsidiary dials for the 30-minute register and constant seconds • 14k gold case, stepped bezels, reeded case band, chronograph pusher to the band at 6 o’clock, gold cuvette • case and dial signed

Sales Room Notice: please note the present lot is estimated at $8,000 - 9,000 and not $6,000 - 8,000 as stated in the printed catalogue. Movement running at time of cataloging, however not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Chronograph functions correctly. Case in good condition, very light wear to the edges, some signs of polish to the covers, light denting to the front cover at 5 o'clock, interior of case back and cuvette with a couple light dents, not noticeable to the outside. Dial in very good condition with some wear to the edges, light surface scratches, would benefit from a cleaning. Movement in very good condition with light spots.
"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."