• cal. 1556 automatic movement, 26 jewels • camel dial, red Qaboos signature at 6 o'clock, applied baton and luminous dot indexes, outer minute division, aperture for day, magnified aperture for date, center seconds • 18k yellow gold Oyster case, fluted bezel, screw down crown and case back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Rolex President bracelet and folding clasp

CASE Case in overall good condition with light surfaces scratches and wear consistent with occasional use and age. In our view, the case has been lightly polished, however, still retains thick lugs and deep hallmarks on the underside of the lugs. The bracelet shows signs of wear and stretch, and in our view may have experienced a very light polishing. DIAL The dial is in overall good condition with crisp printing. There is loss of lume at 2, 3, 4, and 11 o'clock. MOVEMENT The movement is running at time of cataloging, however 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.
"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."

Rolex made many special order dials throughout the years for companies and individuals, and one of the most collectable types is what is referred to as the ‘Qaboos’ dial, bearing the signature of Qaboos bin Said al Said, the Sultan of Oman. The dial is also a striking camel color. The interior of the case back bears the serial number which is usually only present between the lugs, a mark of a special order watch, as well as the British import marks as the watch was retailed by Asprey.