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Lot 51
Rolex. A Fine and Rare Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch with Bracelet
Signed Rolex, Oyster Cosmograph, Daytona, Ref. 6263, Case No. 3'645'868, Circa 1972
Closed21 June 2017
Price Realised
USD 40,000
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Specialist note
In 1969, Rolex began producing the references 6263 and 6265 in steel, 18k gold, and 14k gold, featuring the caliber 727. The chronographs were guaranteed waterproof to 50 meters, with newly redesigned screw down buttons and crown.
The present watch features silvered dial with popular cherry red Daytona designation. On closer inspection one will notice that the red Daytona signature is smaller than seen on the more common examples. Nicknamed the "Small Red," this rare printing has become increasingly difficult to find.
The present watch features silvered dial with popular cherry red Daytona designation. On closer inspection one will notice that the red Daytona signature is smaller than seen on the more common examples. Nicknamed the "Small Red," this rare printing has become increasingly difficult to find.