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111 - ROLEX Cosmograph Daytona ‘Inverted 6’ Ref.
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Estimate €12,000 - €15,000
Description
ROLEX Cosmograph Daytona ‘Inverted 6’ Ref. 16520 No. E797579 Circa 1990 Steel wrist chronograph Case: round, ‘400 Units per hour’ tachymeter bezel, screw-down caseback, signed Dial: black, luminescent hour markers and hands, 3 sub-dials for hours, minutes and seconds, 1/5-second railway-track minute scale, signed Movement: automatic cal. 4030, chronometer-certified, signed Oyster bracelet, ref. 78390, end link 503 Clasp: folding clasp, ref. 78390/012, signed Diameter: 40 mm A stainless steel automatic chronograph wristwatch, Oyster bracelet with Rolex folding clasp. CONDITION REPORT: Movement and chronograph function operational at the time of catalogue compilation. Case showing signs of wear, a few micro-dents and slight traces of corrosion visible on the back. Bezel with marked wear and scratches from use. Well-preserved ‘5-line’ dial, consistent with the period of manufacture. Period bracelet comprising 9 links. A watchmaker’s mark is present on the inside of the case back (possibly February 2017). The bracelet shows slight stretching. Servicing and refurbishment recommended. Please note that all watches are sold as is. No guarantee is given as to their working condition. Most watches have been opened to identify the type and quality of the movement, including water-resistant watches. Buyers are advised to consult a watchmaker to check the watch’s water resistance. Any information provided regarding restoration, damage or the condition of the watch is subject to the buyer’s own judgement. The absence of any indication of replacement parts, restoration or damage does not in any way imply that an item is free from any existing defects. All items presented may have undergone previous servicing and may contain non-original parts. The dimensions and weight of the items are given as approximate figures. CONDITION REPORT: Movement and chronograph functions were operational at the time of cataloguing. The case shows signs of wear, including scratches, a few minor knocks and slight traces of corrosion visible on the case back. The bezel shows noticeable wear and surface scratches. The dial is well preserved. Original bracelet with 9 links. Watchmaker’s service mark visible inside the case back (possibly dating from February 2017). Bracelet showing slight stretching. Overhaul and refinishing recommended. Please note that all watches are sold “as is”. No warranty is given regarding the working condition. Most watches have been opened to identify the type and quality of the movement, including water-resistant watches. Buyers are advised to have the water resistance checked by a qualified watchmaker. Any statement regarding restoration, accident, or condition reflects the personal opinion of the cataloguer and should be assessed independently by prospective buyers. The absence of any reference to replacement parts, restoration or damage does not imply that a lot is free from defects. All items may have undergone previous servicing and may contain non-original components. Dimensions and weights are provided for guidance only.
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Auction time 07/06/2026 at 5:00 PM
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