Geneva, May 12, 2024

LOT 570

ROLEX, SWITZERLAND, REF. 6263, OYSTER COSMOGRAPH, 18K YELLOW GOLD

CHF 80,000 - 140,000

HKD 700,000 - 1,220,000 / USD 89,000 - 156,000 / EUR 82,000 - 144,000

Sold: CHF 187,500

A fine, rare, well-preserved, 18k yellow gold, manual wind chronograph wristwatch


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 Oyster Cosmograph

Reference 6263

Year circa 1975

Case No. 4045534

Bracelet 18k yellow gold riveted Rolex bracelet

Diameter 36

Caliber 727, 17 jewels

Signature dial, case and movement

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 and a dial free from any defects.

Provenance

Property of an Italian family