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203 . Rolex
A fine and rare pink gold triple calendar chronograph wristwatch with fitted presentation box
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Manufacturer
Rolex
Year
1951
Rolex Watches by John Goldberger , page 154 and 155 .
Reference No . 6036 Case No . 847 ’ 167 Model Name Oyster Chronograph Anti-Magnetic , ‘ Jean- Claude Killy ’ Material 18k pink gold Calibre Mechanical , 72C ,
17 jewels Bracelet / Strap Brown leather strap Clasp / Buckle 18k pink gold
Rolex buckle Dimensions 36 mm . diameter Signed
Case , dial and movement signed
Estimate HKD 850,000-1,500,000 USD 105,000-185,000
Accessories With Rolex fitted presentation box .
Literature For another example of a pink gold reference 6036 , please see 100 Superlative
First introduced to the market in 1951 , reference 6036 features a full calendar and chronograph function . The watch was nicknamed after the Rolex ambassador and ski legend , Jean- Claude Killy . This reference was offered in stainless steel , yellow gold or pink gold . Examples cased in pink gold , such as this watch , were particularly rare .
This ‘ Killy ’ wristwatch is still very crisp with a hallmark under the lug and retains good proportions throughout . Rolex from the 1950s tarnished with age , which can be seen with the present watch . The present watch is fitted with a Rolex service dial that is in attractive and original condition . Overall , the watch is in attractive and crisp condition .