Rolex, Daytona, ref. 16559 SACO, impressive and rare chronograph watch in 750 white gold with bezel set with orange-yellow sapphires, horns and indexes set with diamonds and mother-of-pearl dial, circa 1999
Rolex, Daytona, ref. 16559 SACO, impressive and rare chronograph watch in 750 white gold with bezel set with orange-yellow sapphires, horns and indexes set with diamonds and mother-of-pearl dial, circa 1999
Movement: cal. 4030, automatic, 31 jewels
Case: No. A663829, diam. 39mm
Complications: 2-counter chronograph with central seconds, subsidiary counter for the seconds
Rolex strap: brown croco with folding clasp 750 white gold Rolex n°16519
Signature: dial, movement, case
Accessories: service warranty card dated 04/28/2022, pouch
The first Daytona mixing watchmaking and jewelry appeared in the 1980s and were adorned only with diamonds. In the 1990s, Rolex continued its aesthetic research and added a touch of color to its creations. The reference 16559 SACO is a perfect example of this color revolution. Indeed, the choice of the quality and the color of the gems, shows us the requirement and the precision in this creation. The combination of an amber mother-of-pearl dial, orange-yellow sapphires and a touch of diamonds reveals a harmonious and elegant result while keeping the sporty side of the Daytona. Jeweled watches had less appeal in the 1990s which led to very limited production of this type of piece. In recent years, they have been increasingly sought after by collectors. This sACO model only appeared twice at public auctions. This fact illustrates the extreme rarity of these coins. Thus after more than 15 years, a Rolex Daytona 16559 SACO is again presented in an auction. This reference is illustrated in the Mondani books, Rolex 2006 edition page 161 and Rolex Story volume II page 182.117, Estimate CHF 300,000-400,000.-
Awarded CHF 250,000.-
, Rolex, Daytona , ref. 16559 SACO, impressive and rare chronograph watch in 750 white gold with bezel set with orange-yellow sapphires, horns and indexes set with diamonds and mother-of-pearl dial, circa 1999
Movement: cal. 4030, automatic, 31 jewels
Case: No. A663829, diam. 39mm
Complications: 2-counter chronograph with central seconds, subsidiary counter for the seconds
Rolex strap: brown croco with folding clasp 750 white gold Rolex n°16519
Signature: dial, movement, case
Accessories: service warranty card dated 04/28/2022, pouch
The first Daytona mixing watchmaking and jewelry appeared in the 1980s and were adorned only with diamonds. In the 1990s, Rolex continued its aesthetic research and added a touch of color to its creations. The reference 16559 SACO is a perfect example of this color revolution. Indeed, the choice of the quality and the color of the gems, shows us the requirement and the precision in this creation. The combination of an amber mother-of-pearl dial, orange-yellow sapphires and a touch of diamonds reveals a harmonious and elegant result while keeping the sporty side of the Daytona. Jeweled watches had less appeal in the 1990s which led to very limited production of this type of piece. In recent years, they have been increasingly sought after by collectors. This sACO model only appeared twice at public auctions. This fact illustrates the extreme rarity of these coins. Thus after more than 15 years, a Rolex Daytona 16559 SACO is again presented in an auction. This reference is illustrated in the Mondani books, Rolex edition 2006 page 161 and Rolex Story volume II page 182. , Brief report: some additional information on the lot General condition: Good.
Mother-of-pearl dial: Excellent condition.
Silver and black hands: Excellent condition.
Indexes set with 8/8 cut diamonds.
Glass: Excellent condition.
Case: Good condition, presence of scratches and micro scratches from frequent use. The case has probably been repolished.
Bezel set with calibrated orange sapphires. Lugs set with brilliant-cut diamonds and baguette-cut orange sapphires.
Rolex folding clasp in 750 white gold: Good condition, presence of scratches and micro scratches from frequent use.
Brown Crocodile Rolex Strap: Very good condition.
The watch is in working condition at the time of catalog writing. This fact must be related to his age. We do not guarantee its future operation. It has not been tested over a long period and we therefore do not guarantee the correct functioning of the movement or that of the power reserve. Services or restorations may have been carried out on the entire watch resulting in the replacement of parts which may therefore not be original (dial, hands, parts of the movement, bracelet, etc.). As the watch has been opened, we do not guarantee its water resistance. Last service performed on 04/28/2022 according to warranty card and warranty for two years.
