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ROLEX, REF. 16518 18K YELLOW GOLD ZENITH \'DAYTONA\' \'INVERTED 6\' WATCH
Estimate: $20,000-$30,000
Sold
$17,000
Live Auction
Watches
Location
Chicago
Description
ROLEX, REF. 16518 18K YELLOW GOLD ZENITH 'DAYTONA' 'INVERTED 6' WATCH
Maker: Rolex
Model: Daytona
Reference number: 16518
Serial number: N470882
Year: Circa 1991
Case size: Approx. 40 mm
Case material: 18K yellow gold
Bezel: Yellow gold tachymeter
Dial: White, inverted 6
Movement: Automatic, caliber 4030 Zenith movement
Bracelet/Strap: Brown leather signed Rolex with 18K yellow gold Rolex deployant clasp
Functions: Chronograph
Gross weight: 76.20 dwt.
This lot is located in Chicago.
Condition
Bracelet size: Approx. 7 1/4 inchesOverall Condition: The watch winds, sets and runs at the time of cataloguing but has not been timed for accuracy. Crystal is slightly scratched near 2 o'clock, light scratching to case, dial in excellent condition. Please note that Freeman’s Hindman does not warranty the watch at the time of the auction or after its purchase. Potential buyers should be advised that though the watch may be running at the time of cataloging, it may stop running before the auction and servicing is recommended for all timepieces. The authenticity of individual parts is not guaranteed since repairs and restoration may have occurred. Hindman assumes all watches are unisex and does not specify the gender of a piece. For size reference, please see the case measurements of the piece listed under dimensions.Any information appearing in the Condition Report should be treated as opinion and is provided as a courtesy. Freeman’s | Hindman is not responsible for any discrepancies, errors, or errors of omission. Please contact watches@hindmanauctions.com to request a Condition Report, if none is provided, or to request additional information or photographs of this lot. All lots are sold “AS IS”.
Provenance
The reference 16518 Cosmograph is known among collectors as the "Zenith Daytona" due to its internal automatic chronograph mechanism that is based on the world-famous high beat Zenith El Primero movement.This particular, early example has an inverted six on the bottom sub dial, which means it appears as a nine.