Day-Date 'Businessman', Reference 18039 | A white gold wristwatch with day, date, bracelet and Albilad logo dial | Circa 1978
Rolex Day-Date 'Businessman', Reference 18039 A white gold wristwatch with day, date, bracelet and Albilad logo dial Circa 1978 Dial: silvered with Albilad logo Calibre: cal. 3055 automatic, 27 jewels Movement number: 0'007'133 Case: 18k white gold, screw-down case back Case number: 5'239'117 Closure: 18k white gold Rolex President bracelet and folding clasp Size: 36 mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movement Box: no Papers: no Accessories: noneRolex, Day-Date 'Businessman', Reference 18039 | A white gold wristwatch with day, date, bracelet and Albilad logo dial | Circa 1978, Rolex, MVT: is running at the time time of cataloging. The day and date are advancing. CASE: is in good condition. It presents scratches and dings. The bracelet is in good condition. It presents some fine scratches and some warping. (bracelet ref. 8385, end link 55BG, clasp T6) DIAL: is in good condition. It presents some blemishes and a spot at 9 o'clock. The indexes present some signs of oxidation. The hands present some wear. The hands present a reaction to UV-lighting fading rapidly. "In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE." **Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping. "
