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Rolex. An 18K gold automatic calendar wristwatch with sweep centre seconds, bracelet and rare "tapisserie" dial

SIGNED ROLEX, OYSTER PERPETUAL, DAY-DATE, REF. 1803, CASE NO. 4'211'507, MANUFACTURED IN 1976

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Rolex. An 18K gold automatic calendar wristwatch with sweep centre seconds, bracelet and rare "tapisserie" dial
Signed Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Day-Date, ref. 1803, case no. 4'211'507, manufactured in 1976
Cal. 1556 automatic movement, 26 jewels, gilt engine-turned dial, applied gold baton numerals with luminous accents, luminous hands, sweep centre seconds, aperture for day, magnified window for date, tonneau-shaped water-resistant-type case, milled bezel, screw back, screw down crown, 18K gold Rolex President bracelet, case, dial and movement signed
36 mm. diam.

Special Notice

Prospective buyers should be aware that the importation of Rolex watches into the United States is highly restricted. Rolex watches may not be shipped into the USA and can only be imported personally. Generally a buyer may import only one watch into the USA. For further information please contact our specialists in charge of the sale. Please note other countries may have comparable import restrictions for luxury watches.

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Lot Essay

The present Day-Date features a very rare and distinctive "tapisserie"-dial version, a quite uncommon and eye-catching guilloché pattern to its surface. This exclusive version of the celebrated reference 1803 family further stands out by its unspoilt overall condition, featuring crisp case lines and the original bracelet.

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