Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Monaco, Jul 25, 2023
LOT 57
ROLEX, REF. 6234, ANTI-MAGNETIC CHRONOGRAPH, YELLOW GOLD
EUR 40,000 - 60,000
USD 43,500 - 66,000 / HKD 342,000 - 520,000 / CHF 39,200 - 59,000
Sold: EUR 54,600
Fine and very rare 14k yellow gold manual winding chronograph wristwatch with silver dial, 3 registers. Telemeter and tachometer scales.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3-08 |
Good |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01-6 |
Very good HANDS Original Slightly oxidized |
Brand Rolex, Switzerland
Model Anti-magnetic
Reference 6234
Year 1960
Case No. 576314
Material 14k yellow gold
Bracelet Leather with Rolex buckle
Diameter 36 mm.
Caliber 72A
Weight 62,03 gr. (approx.)
Signature Dial, case and movement
Notes
** This lot might need a passeport and/or licence of exportationfor which will apply on your behalf to the French Ministry of Culture. Note, it may take 1 to 3 month(s) to obtain this license or passport. Antiquorum cannot be held responsible for any delays in the application process.
The Rolex Oyster Chronograph 6234 is often regarded as the precursor to the famous Daytona and therefore is nicknamed by collectors “pre-Daytona”. Produced from 1955 to 1961, it offers many of the same features as the Daytona. During its 6-year production run, Rolex produced around 2,300 pieces in steel and less than 150 in 14k or 18k gold (approx. 500 pieces produced every year). Given how few pieces are produced in gold, a watch like this is exceptionally rare.
The Rolex Oyster Chronograph 6234 is often regarded as the precursor to the famous Daytona and therefore is nicknamed by collectors “pre-Daytona”. Produced from 1955 to 1961, it offers many of the same features as the Daytona. During its 6-year production run, Rolex produced around 2,300 pieces in steel and less than 150 in 14k or 18k gold (approx. 500 pieces produced every year). Given how few pieces are produced in gold, a watch like this is exceptionally rare.