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16 . Rolex
A very fine and very rare yellow gold wristwatch with sweep centre seconds , date , obsidian hardstone dial and bracelet
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Manufacturer Rolex Year 1979
Reference No . 16008 Movement No . 0 โ€™ 259 โ€™ 873 Case No . 5 โ€™ 832 โ€™ 918 Model Name DateJust Material 18k yellow gold and obsidian hardstone Calibre Automatic , 3035 ,
27 jewels
Bracelet / Strap 18k yellow gold Rolex Oyster bracelet , 190 mm . maximum length , end link stamped 76B
Clasp / Buckle 18k yellow gold Rolex folding deployant clasp Dimensions 36 mm . diameter Signed
Case , dial and movement signed
Estimate HKD 120,000-180,000 USD 15,000-22,000
Rolex incorporated a variety of hardstones in their dials to add colour and beauty to their portfolio . The present DateJust is a rare variant because it is fitted with an eye-catching obsidian dial , which is a natural occurring volcanic glass . The dial is enhanced with gold graphics and gold frame around the date aperture , perfectly matching the great natural shine of obsidian hard stone . Obsidian presents a different appearance depending on how the stone is cut and polished , making each watch dial a unique creation . Presented in extremely well preserved condition , the present watch is an attractive example of a reference 16008 DateJust .