• cal. 1570 automatic movement, 26 jewels • black matte dial, luminescent dot, baton and triangular indexes, luminescent Mercedes hands, central hand for the second time zone, magnified aperture for date, center seconds • stainless steel Oyster case, revolving blue and red bezel calibrated for 24 hours, screw-down crown and case back with protective shoulders • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp

Movement in working order during time of cataloguing. Possibly relume markers on dial and hands, otherwise in good condition with no blemish. Case with sign of light and careful polishing in the past retaining good case definition. Bracelet with light scuff. Bracelet Stamped 7206, endlink stamped 58. Screw down case-back needs attention for water-proofing purpose, estimate repair fees would be approximately HK$3,000. Please contact specialist for further information. Overall in good condition. *Please note the movement has not been tested for time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense.
"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."