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Rolex. A stainless steel self-winding waterproof wristwatch with sweep centre seconds and lacquer-finished dial

SIGNED ROLEX, OYSTER PERPETUAL EXPLORER, MOVEMENT NO. 74164, CASE NO. 901334, REF. 1016, MANUFACTURED IN 1963

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Rolex. A stainless steel self-winding waterproof wristwatch with sweep centre seconds and lacquer-finished dial
Signed Rolex, Oyster Perpetual Explorer, movement no. 74164, case no. 901334, ref. 1016, manufactured in 1963
Cal. 1560 nickel-finished lever movement, 26 jewels, the black matte dial with luminous baton, triangular and Arabic numerals, luminous mercedes hands, sweep centre seconds, the tonneau-shaped water-resistant-type case with screw down crown and screw back, case, dial and movement signed
35 mm. diam.

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Prospective buyers are advised that we cannot arrange delivery of Corum, Rolex, Piaget or Franck Muller watches to the United States due to import restrictions. For further information please contact our specialists in charge of the sale.

Lot Essay

The present watch is fitted with the much sought after brownish lacquered dial with gilt writing, also called "tropical dial" amongst collectors. This designation is derived from the color of the lacquer which over the years has changed from black to a warm chocolate brown.

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