Rolex Cellini Ref. 3808 in 18K White Gold

View a video of this lot here: https://youtu.be/2cv7Z8tszIk

CIRCA: 1969
SERIAL NUMBER: 2428571
REF: 3808
CASE MATERIAL: 18K white gold
CASE DIMENSIONS: 24.5 mm wide x 28 mm lug-to-lug
DIAL: Midnight blue glossy with applied Rolex coronet at the "12" hour marker
BRACELET MATERIAL: Aftermarket brown leather strap with Rolex-signed buckle in steel
MAX. BRACELET SIZE: 6-3/4 inches
MOVEMENT: Manual wind
CALIBER: 1600
Named after the famous Renaissance Italian jeweler and sculptor, Rolex's Cellini line has always been focused on creating beautiful dress watch designs from precious metals. The present example is from 1969 and has an interesting case in 18K white gold with enameled Roman numerals on the bezel. The dial is a deep shade of midnight blue with some spider cracking on the surface, creating an attractive pattern.
Condition Report: Dial is in excellent condition, with even spider cracking in the gloss blue. Case is excellent, with some scratches but no signs of polishing. Enamel loss on most numerals on the bezel. Overall, the present example is in excellent condition.

Any reference to condition in a condition report will not include a full description of condition, and for example, may not specify all faults, alteration, adaptation, mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, or dial. Colors and shades may look different online or in printed materials than they look on physical inspection, and images may not clearly show the condition of a lot. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot in person and make their own evaluation of the lot. They must understand that any statement made by Fortuna Auction LLC ("Fortuna") is merely a subjective, qualified statement and does not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Fortuna. All dimensions in catalog descriptions are approximate. No warranties are made that watches in water-resistant cases are currently water-resistant. Fortuna does not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets or leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts.

Pre-owned watches, unless still in original packaging or never worn, will likely have some degree of wear and scratches. This should be expected for many of the watches offered in auction. Even if a watch is running and keeping time, bidders and buyers should expect that all movements will require maintenance. Fortuna recommends that all successful buyers promptly take their watches to a professional watchmaker for evaluation.

Prospective buyers should also refer to any notices as well as the Conditions of Sale in Fortuna's print catalogs and made available on its website, digital bidding platform, and other third-party digital bidding platforms. Please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, including but not limited to customs regulations, duties, and lots incorporating materials from endangered species. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DESCRIPTIONS OR DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED BY FORTUNA, THAT ANY OF THE LOTS FOR SALE ARE MERCHANTABLE OR SUITED FOR ANY PURPOSE.