Signed Rolex, Cosmograph, Daytona, Ref. 6239, Case No. 1'938'051, Circa 1968

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Rolex. A Fine and Rare 18k Gold Chronograph Wristwatch
Signed Rolex, Cosmograph, Daytona, Ref. 6239, Case No. 1'938'051, Circa 1968
Movement: Manual, Cal. 722, 17 jewels
Dial: Gilt, baton numerals with luminous accents, luminous hands, three black subsidiary dials
Case: 18k gold, screw back, screw down crown, two round buttons in the band, inside case back stamped 6239, 36mm diam.
Buckle: An associated gold plated buckle

Special notice

This watch is pictured with straps made of endangered or protected animal materials such as alligator or crocodile. These endangered species straps are shown for display purposes only and are not for sale. Christie’s will remove and retain the strap prior to shipment from the sale site. At some sale sites, Christie’s may, at its discretion, make the displayed endangered species strap available to the buyer of the lot free of charge if collected in person from the sale site within 1 year of the date of the auction. Please check with the department for details on a particular lot.

Lot Essay

Reference 6239, the very first model of the celebrated Daytona series, succeeded reference 6238 and could be found in sales catalogues in Europe as of 1964. Available in stainless steel, 14k and 18k gold, reference 6239 was the firm's first chronograph with the tachometer scale engraved on the bezel and the subsidiary dials printed in a different color than the main dial for better readability. The present example showcases a well preserved 18k gold case that harmonizes with the gilt dial and black registers to create a very attractive and bold aesthetic.

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