Geneva, Nov 09, 2024

LOT 302

ROLEX, SWITZERLAND, REF. 16589, DAYTONA, SODALITE DIAMOND-SET DIAL, BAGUETTE SAPPHIRE BEZEL, PUNCHED WARRANTY, SOLD BY ASPREY, 18K WHITE GOLD

CHF 80,000 - 140,000

HKD 720,000 - 1,260,000 / USD 93,000 - 164,000 / EUR 85,000 - 150,000

Sold: CHF 162,500

A fine and very rare, desirable, 18k white gold, self winding chronograph wristwatch with diamond-set sodalite dial, baguette sapphire bezel


Grading System
Grade:
Case: 2-8

Very good

Slightly scratched

Movement: 2*

Very good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 2-01

Very good

HANDS Original

Brand Rolex, switzerland

Model Daytona

Reference 16589

Year circa 1998

Case No. U355655

Bracelet leather with an 18k white gold Rolex deployant clasp

Diameter 40

Caliber 4030, 31 jewels

Signature dial, case and movement

Accessories fitted box, punched warranty

Notes

Not to be confused with the later diamond-set Daytonas often found under reference 116589, this Zenith powered reference 16589 dates from around 1998. Purchased new at Asprey London as per the original warranty, this example has been kept in excellent overall condition only showing light scuffs from wear, hallmarks are deep and crisp indicating no polish to the case and even the caseback sticker has remained in place. One of the most sought after references especially with the combination of the Sodalite dial with baguette sapphire bezel and sold by the famous retailer Asprey only makes it more desirable.

Provenance

Property of the original Romanian family