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303 . Rolex
A fine and very rare yellow gold and diamond-set calendar wristwatch with sweep centre seconds , lapis lazuli dial and bracelet
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Manufacturer Rolex Year 1996
Reference No . 18238 Movement No . 7 โ€™ 104 โ€™ 107 Case No . W369745 Model Name Day-Date Material 18k yellow gold , diamonds , lapis lazuli Calibre Automatic , 3155 ,
31 jewels
Bracelet / Strap 18k yellow gold Rolex President bracelet , 180 mm . maximum length , end link stamped 55B
Clasp / Buckle 18k yellow gold Rolex concealed folding deployant clasp Dimensions 36 mm . diameter Signed
Case , dial and movement signed
Accessories With Rolex Guarantee dated 12 March 1996 , product literature , fitted presentation box and outer packaging .
The present reference 18238 wristwatch features a very rare lapis lazuli hardstone dial , showcasing a rich blue tone . This is an extremely rare variant of a hardstone dial Day-Date and the exceptional condition of the watch further deepens its rarity . The dial is further enhanced with diamond-set hour markers framed within its gold chatons . The present example , manufactured in 1996 , is complete with original Guarantee and offered in excellent overall condition .
Estimate HKD 120,000-180,000 USD 15,000-22,000