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Rolex. A rare and attractive 18K gold automatic calendar wristwatch with red lacquer dial

SIGNED ROLEX, OYSTER PERPETUAL, DAY-DATE, REF. 1803, CASE NO. 5'005'234, CIRCA 1977

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Rolex. A rare and attractive 18K gold automatic calendar wristwatch with red lacquer dial
Signed Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Day-Date, Ref. 1803, case no. 5'005'234, circa 1977
Cal. 1556 automatic movement, 26 jewels, red lacquer dial, applied gold baton numerals with luminous accents, luminous hands, sweep centre seconds, aperture for day and magnified window for date, tonneau-shaped water-resistant-type case, ribbed bezel, screw back, screw down crown, 18K gold Rolex buckle, case, dial and movement signed
36 mm. diam.

Special notice

Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country. Prospective buyers should be aware that the importation of Rolex watches into the United States is highly restricted. Rolex watches may not be shipped into the USA and can only be imported personally. Generally a buyer may import only one watch into the USA. For further information please contact our specialists in charge of the sale. Please note other countries may have comparable import restrictions for luxury watches.

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Lot Essay

With Rolex period presentation box and second brown crocodile leather strap.

Rolex Day-Date are amongst the most easily wearable and appealing vintage watches on the market. The present specimen, boasting a red so-called stella dial and accompanied by a matching red suede strap, is a prominent example of how modern and enjoyable such timepieces are even after nearly 40 years from their production.

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