Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Monaco, Jul 25, 2023
LOT 51*
REF. 1601, DATEJUST, JASPER DIAL, 18K YELLOW GOLD
EUR 15,400 - 25,600
USD 16,700 - 27,800 / HKD 132,000 - 218,000 / CHF 15,000 - 25,000
Sold: EUR 52,000
A fine and rare, self-winding 18K yellow gold wristwatch with jasper stone dial, center seconds, date and screwed case back.
If the lot is delivered within the EU:
a 20% import VAT is due on the hammer price with buyer’s premium, plus 120€ for termination of temporary export, at buyer’s expense.
If the lot is delivered outside EU:
120€ for termination of temporary export is due,at buyer’s expense
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3-8 |
Good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |
Brand Rolex, Switzerland
Model Datejust with stone dial
Reference 1601
Year Circa 1974
Movement No. D510115
Case No. 3726222
Material 18K yellow gold
Bracelet 18K yellow gold Rolex jubilee bracelet, 155 mm (approx.)
Diameter 36 mm.
Caliber 1570, 26 jewels
Weight 119.8 gr (approx.)
Signature Dial, case and movement
Notes
What makes this lot exceptional is the rare blood-stone dial. Due to the complexity of assembling wristwatches hard-stone dials, many examples encompass hairline cracks after being fitted to a watch case, or following shocks due to wear. Hence, with its intact dial in crisp condition, this lot is a stunning example for collectors. In excellent overall condition it demonstrates the “savoir-faire” of Rolex.