Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Hong Kong, Oct 26, 2024
LOT 353
ROLEX, REF. 116759SARU, GMT-MASTER II, 18K WHITE GOLD
HKD 320,000 - 600,000
EUR 37,400 - 71,000 / CHF 35,200 - 66,000 / USD 41,300 - 78,000
Sold: HKD 550,000
A very fine and very rare, 18K white gold, self-winding GMT wristwatch with diamonds-set case, the bidirectional revolving bezel for the second time zone set with blue sapphire, rubies and diamonds, black dial, special 24 hour hand, independently adjustable hour hand. Fresh to the market, never offered at auction, consigned by the original owner’s family.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 1-01 |
As new HANDS Original |
Brand Rolex
Model GMT-Master II
Reference 116759SARU
Year sold in 2008
Case No. M229097
Bracelet Rolex 18K white gold Oyster bracelet, approx. total length 200mm.
Diameter 40mm.
Caliber 3186
Weight 223gr. (approx.)
Signature dial, case and movement
Accessories Rolex fitted box, guarantee card dated 2008, instructions booklet, sale invoice dated 2008, 2 tags, card holder
Notes
The Rolex REF. 116759SARU, a luxurious white gold version of the GMT-Master II, was launched in 2007. The 116759SARU features a diamond-set case and a unique bezel set with 23 diamonds, 18 sapphires, and 18 rubies, giving it the nickname «SARU» (SApphire and RUby). It was produced in very limited quantities and only available to Rolex’s top VIP customers.
The presented exceptional example was purchased new by the original owner’s family in December 2008 from the official Rolex retailer Precision Watch Co., Ltd. in Hong Kong. The presented example remains in very good condition, has never been serviced or polished, and includes the original box, guarantee card, accessories, and invoice. Fresh to the market and never offered at auction.
The presented exceptional example was purchased new by the original owner’s family in December 2008 from the official Rolex retailer Precision Watch Co., Ltd. in Hong Kong. The presented example remains in very good condition, has never been serviced or polished, and includes the original box, guarantee card, accessories, and invoice. Fresh to the market and never offered at auction.
Provenance
Property of an Asian collector