Live Auction 1401Important Watches including Property from an Important European Collection
Rolex. A rare and attractive platinum and diamond-set automatic calendar wristwatch with sweep centre seconds
Lot 354

Rolex. A rare and attractive platinum and diamond-set automatic calendar wristwatch with sweep centre seconds

SIGNED ROLEX, OYSTER PERPETUAL, DAY-DATE, REF. 1804, CASE NO. 680'437, CIRCA 1960

Closed12 May 2014

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CHF 21,250

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Rolex. A rare and attractive platinum and diamond-set automatic calendar wristwatch with sweep centre seconds
Signed Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Day-Date, Ref. 1804, case no. 680'437, circa 1960
Cal. 1556 automatic movement, 25 jewels, brushed silvered dial, applied diamond numerals, aperture for day, magnified window for date, tonneau-shaped water-resistant-type case, diamond-set bezel, screw back, screw down crown, case, dial and movement signed
36 mm. diam.

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Introduced to the market at the Basel Fair in 1956, the Day-Date has been one of Rolex's flagship models and enjoys continuous popularity. Symbol of luxury and prestige, the model was particularly appreciated by Middle Eastern clientele, resulting in watches featuring the emblem of the relevant state, often presented by the rulers as gifts or token of esteem.

The present platinum Ref. 1804 is most certainly a very attractive watch. The watch delights by its fine surround of 46 diamonds on the bezel and ten diamonds on the dial. This very nice timepiece is furthermore preserved in excellent overall condition.