Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1503

Reference 1503 Datejust | A yellow gold automatic wristwatch with date and bracelet, Circa 1972

Reference 1503 Datejust A yellow gold automatic wristwatch with date and bracelet, Circa 1972 Dial: silvered Caliber: cal. 1570 automatic, 26 jewels Movement number: D’342’252 Case: 18k yellow gold, screw down case back Case number: 2’134’234 Closure: 18k yellow gold Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding clasp Size: 35 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 180 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Box: no Papers: yes Accessories: Rolex Guarantee booklet dated April 30th, 1972 and Official Chronometer CertificationRolex Rolex Reference 1503 Datejust | A yellow gold automatic wristwatch with date and bracelet, Circa 1972 Reference 1503 Datejust | A yellow gold automatic wristwatch with date and bracelet, Circa 1972 Estimate: 7,000 - 10,000 USD Reference 1503 Datejust A yellow gold automatic wristwatch with date and bracelet, Circa 1972 Dial: silvered Caliber: cal. 1570 automatic, 26 jewels Movement number: D’342’252 Case: 18k yellow gold, screw down case back Case number: 2’134’234 Closure: 18k yellow gold Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding clasp Size: 35 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 180 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Box: no Papers: yes Accessories: Rolex Guarantee booklet dated April 30th, 1972 and Official Chronometer Certification Condition report Case: The case is in very good condition with some light scratches and scuffing throughout. Gold marks are crisp on the back of the upper right lug, on the inside of the case back, and on the bracelet. Bracelet is in good condition with signs of patina to the gold. Bracelet is stamped ‘57’ on the end links and ‘2 69’ on the folding clasp. The inside of the case back has watchmaker’s marks from previous service. Dial: The dial has significant signs of discoloration and oxidation throughout visible to the naked eye. Movement: The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.