Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 118

Rolex A gentlemans 118 gold reference Oyster Perpetual Day Date wristwatch with fluted bezel, the white signed dial with gold Roman numeral hour markers within a minute track, Day aperture at 12 and date at three with cyclops magnifier, fitted with a calibre 3155 31 jewel self winding movement, signed crown, the lugs marked for 18 ct, screw down case back mounted on a gold president bracelet, the foldover clasp marked for 18 ct, numbered 83208 and dated December 2005.

Provenance: Sir Michael Parkinson's Rolex. Whether in print, on radio or as host of Britain s most iconic talk show, Sir Michael Parkinson was a household name for a generation. Born in a pit village he cut his teeth in local journalism, moved into television in the 60 s and in 1971 became the host of the show that sealed his reputation as a much loved and revered National Treasure. As the host of Parkinson he interviewed more than 2,000 guests representing the most important and influential cultural figures of the 20 th and early 21 st century. From Hollywood icons to sports stars, actors and comedians as well as literary and intellectual figures, Parkinson was the perfect vehicle to showcase Sir Michael Parkinson s inimitable interviewing style that was rooted in journalistic rigour, respect for the guest, the ability to listen and to give time and space for a true conversation to emerge. His watches reflect his timeless, classic gentlemanly style. Additional photo shows 'Parkinson the Shane Warne interview' on 7th January 2007 at Foxtel Studios, Sydney Australia, Michael wearing the gold Rolex whilst interviewing Shane Warne