ROLEX - an 18k rose gold automatic gentleman's Oyster Perpetual Day-Date wrist watch circa 1955,...

Rolex Day-Date wrist watch, movement is currently functioning however movement is noticeably tarnished and scratched, rotor does not move freely, dial shows marks, stones set to dial are fairly well matched and lively, hourly applied markers show light scratches, the inner bezel is scratched, the inner bezel and dial to the ten o'clock point have score marks, dial appears to have been refurbished over the damage which may indicate that the dial as a whole has been refinished, hands are lightly scratched, glass is lightly scratched from use, case has medium scratches from use, lugs show damage to the back from where a bracelet was previously attached, watch is fitted to a Rolex alligator strap which is showing signs of wear with creases and discolouration to the back, pin buckle is scratched.

Update; 9th October

This lot does not come with box or papers.

Due to the opening of the case back we recommend that this lot be resealed by an authorised technician before use near water.

Fellows do not guarantee the working order or accuracy of any watches sold.

Importation of Watches into the US

Bidders should be aware that the import of Rolex watches to the US is restricted. Watches (not limited to Rolex) may not be shipped to the USA and import must be undertaken personally. Generally only one watch may be imported in this manner at any one time.

It is the responsibility of the prospective buyer to identify and comply with any restrictions. Please contact our department specialist for further information.

Export of Watches, Accessories and Parts containing materials from Endangered Species

Many of the articles offered in this sale have components, or are parts which may contain material(s) derived from endangered or protected animal materials e.g. alligator, crocodile skin and as such are prohibited by law to be exported by Fellows without a CITES permit. Fellows are therefore required to remove any restricted strap prior to delivery of the watch and buckle/clasp, and are unable to ship from their offices any other restricted part.

It is the responsibility of the prospective buyer to understand and comply with any restrictions. Please contact our department specialist for further information.