Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Hong Kong, Oct 26, 2024

LOT 143

ROLEX, REF. 116576TBR, DAYTONA, BAGUETTE DIAMOND ICE BLUE, PLATINUM

HKD 800,000 - 1,500,000

EUR 94,000 - 176,000 / CHF 88,000 - 166,000 / USD 104,000 - 194,000

Sold: HKD 1,375,000

A very fine, extremely rare and impressive, self-winding, platinum chronograph wristwatch with 36 baguette diamonds-set bezel and 437 pave diamond set dial with blue hours markers, blued white gold hands and ice blue registers. Fresh to the market, never offered at auction, consigned by the original owner’s family.


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Grading System
Grade:
Case: 1-8

As new

Slightly scratched
Movement: 2*

Very good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense
Dial: 1-01

As new

HANDS Original

Brand Rolex

Model Daytona

Reference 116576TBR

Year sold in 2014

Case No. 83S2E419

Bracelet Rolex platinum Oyster bracelet folding clasp, approx. total length 200mm.

Diameter 40mm.

Caliber 4130

Weight 289gr. (approx.)

Signature dial, case and movement

Accessories Rolex fitted box, instructions booklet, guarantee card and booklet, sale invoice dated 2014, 2 tags, card holder

Notes

The Rolex Daytona 116576TBR, launched in 2014 and known as the «Ice Blue Diamond Daytona,» is an exceptionally rare timepiece. Crafted entirely from platinum, it features a diamond-set bezel with 36 baguette-cut diamonds and a pave-set diamond dial, making it one of the most exclusive Daytona models ever produced.

This model rarely appears in public auctions due to its extremely limited production and exclusive offering to VIP clients. Its scarcity and infrequent auction appearances heighten its allure, making it one of the most sought-after luxury timepieces worldwide.

The presented exceptional example was purchased new by the original owner’s family in September 2014 from the official Rolex retailer Precision Watch Co., Ltd. in Hong Kong. The owner has meticulously cared for this timepiece, ensuring it remains in its original condition, with some factory protection stickers still intact. The watch has never been polished, preserving its pristine state. It comes complete with the original box, guarantee card, all accessories, and the original sales invoice, further attesting to the owner’s careful stewardship and the watch’s authenticity.

Fresh to the market, never offered at auction, consigned by the original owner’s family.

Provenance

Property of an Asian collector