Dial: brown Calibre: cal. 1570 automatic, 26 jewels Movement number: D'373'324 Case: 18k yellow gold, engraved screw-down back Case number: 1'934'387 Closure: 18k yellow gold Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding clasp and 18k yellow gold Rolex buckle Dimensions: 40mm, bracelet circumference approx. 195mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex booklet, presentation case and Concorde advertisement paper 

Movement: Running at the time of cataloguing. Case: In good overall condition. With some minor polishing and wear to the case. The case back with a crisp milled edge and a monogram in the center the reads F.S. A crisp gold mark under the lug with some wear under all lugs from the bracelet being removed. The bezel insert with some losses where the insert meets the crystal. Dial: The dial is in attractive original condition. The lumes are slightly discolored but do react under UV. The bracelet with some polishing and the links are a little stretched. One of the underside of the links with signs of repair. The bracelet is stamped for 1969.
"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."

The present lot really represents the golden age of flight. Housed in a solid 18k yellow gold case, this reference 1675 is the epitome of vintage sports Rolex.  Dubbed the Concorde this same model appeared in Rolex advertisements celebrating Pan Am's inaugural flight on the aircraft.