• cal. 1520 automatic movement, 26 jewels • black dial, luminous triangular, baton and dot indexes, luminous hands, center seconds • stainless steel Oyster case, screw-down crown and case back, rotating black bezel calibrated for 60 units • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp

The movement in working condition at the time of cataloguing. It was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Hands with minor oxidation at places.The dial with light hairlines throughout the glossy dial, this ageing effect is referred to as a "spider web" type of dial and is visible with the naked eye. The "Spider web: dial is highly sought after among collectors. The bezel is in fair condition with minor surface scratches and discoloration from 12 to 2. The band shows signs of wear, under the lugs, there is a minor surface scratches due to the bracelet removal. Crystal top with a few noticeable scratches. Case in good condition with some inevitable light scuffs and minor surface scratch due to the open of case back. Inside case back stamped with 5512; bracelet with very minor stretch with minor scratches 501B, and folding clasp stamped with AD2 and 93150. Overall in good condition.
"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."