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301 . Rolex
A fine and rare yellow gold and diamond-set calendar wristwatch with sweep centre seconds , brown dégradé dial , bracelet and guarantee
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Manufacturer Rolex Year 1989
Reference No . 18248 Movement No . 5 ’ 055 ’ 142 Case No . R817360 Model Name Day-Date Material 18k yellow gold and diamonds Calibre Automatic , 3155 ,
31 jewels
Bracelet / Strap 18k yellow gold Rolex President bracelet , 185 mm . maximum length , end link stamped 55B
Clasp / Buckle 18k yellow gold Rolex concealed folding deployant clasp stamped 8723 Dimensions 35 mm . diameter Signed
Case , dial and movement signed
Estimate HKD 100,000-150,000 USD 12,000-18,000
Accessories With Rolex Attestation de Chronomètre Officiel dated 17 November 1989 .
The present reference 18248 Day-Date features a dégradé dial that is coated in a chocolate brown shade . The yellow gold case is fitted with a bark-finished bezel that balances perfectly with the brown dégradé dial , which fades off to a darker shade at the edges . The watch is further enhanced by brilliant-cut diamonds set within white gold chatons along the dial ’ s darker region , which further deepens its rarity .
Of exceptional condition , the present watch appears not have been used .