Geneva, Nov 09, 2024
LOT 305
ROLEX, SWITZERLAND, REF. 6263, COSMOGRAPH DAYTONA, FITTED BOX AND ORIGINAL PUNCHED WARRANTY, 18K YELLOW GOLD
CHF 150,000 - 250,000
HKD 1,350,000 - 2,250,000 / USD 174,000 - 290,000 / EUR 160,000 - 266,000
A fine, rare and attractive, 18k yellow gold, manual wind chronograph wristwatch
| Grading System | |
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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: 2-8-01 |
Very good Slightly scratched HANDS Original |
Brand Rolex, switzerland
Model Cosmograph Daytona
Reference 6263
Year sold in October 1978
Case No. 5661094
Bracelet 18k yellow gold Rolex bracelet with deployant clasp, approx. overall length 190 mm.
Diameter 36
Caliber 727, 17 jewels
Signature dial, case and movement
Accessories fitted box, punched warranty, booklet, calendar card 1977/1978
Notes
Produced from 1970 until 1987, the last series of manual wound Daytonas (reference 6263/6265) were the longest running until the introduction of the new automatic version reference 16520.
While approximately 20'000 examples were made, it is estimated that about 10% of the production were dedicated to the 14 and 18k versions. The 6263 was distinguished by its black acrylic bezel deamed visually more attractive and desirable than the metal bezel version.
This 6263 has been preserved in excellent condition still featuring its correct gold riveted bracelet exhibiting crisp gold punch marks as well as its punched warranty sold by Rolex New York in 1978.
While approximately 20'000 examples were made, it is estimated that about 10% of the production were dedicated to the 14 and 18k versions. The 6263 was distinguished by its black acrylic bezel deamed visually more attractive and desirable than the metal bezel version.
This 6263 has been preserved in excellent condition still featuring its correct gold riveted bracelet exhibiting crisp gold punch marks as well as its punched warranty sold by Rolex New York in 1978.
Provenance
Property of a Swiss Gentleman