Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces.
Geneva, May 13, 2018
LOT 366
ROLEX, REF. 1802, DAY DATE, QABOOS BIN SAID AL SAID OMAN DIAL, ORIGINAL BOX AND WARRANTY A very fine, and extremely rare, self-winding, 18k yellow gold wristwatch with day date.
CHF 50,000 - 70,000
HKD 400,000 - 560,000 / USD 50,000 - 70,000
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Grade: |
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Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-10-01 |
Very good Patinated HANDS Original |
Brand Rolex
Model Day-Date
Reference Ref. 1802
Year 1974
Bracelet 18k yellow gold riveted Rolex bracelet with deployant clasp, approx. overall length 180 mm.
Numbers Case N. 3'781'757
Caliber 1556
Dimensions 36 mm.
Signature Dial, Case (with small initial KR) that stands for Khimji Ramdas) and Movement.
Accessories Original fitted box, punched warranty, booklet and calendar card
Notes
Often the gift of choice for partners, dignitiaries or just friends of the Sultan, a wide variety of watches were given ranging from sport models to Day-Dates. According to our research, examples featuring his majesty's signature were often references 1802 with the more discreet and pleasing smooth bezel. This particular example appears to have been kept in almost unworn condition with a beautiful thick case featuring deep and crisp stamps to theback of the lugs and the original gold riveted bracelet showing no stretch. Amazingly, the original box featuring the Khanjar swords, the original punched warranty and calendar card were also kept, which makes this example one of the nicest sets available on the market.