ROLEX | CHAMELEON A YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH, CIRCA 1946

ROLEX

CHAMELEON
A YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH, CIRCA 1946

Dial: gilt
Calibre: mechanical, jeweled
Case: 18k yellow gold, snap on case back
Case number: 447'784
Closure: white Rolex leather strap and gilt buckle
Size: 15.5 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Accessories: Rolex additional red leather strap with gilt buckle, grey suede strap and two additional gilt buckles.

Condition Report:
The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. The case with minor signs of wear throughout but it is not noticeable unless it is looked upon closely. The band with minor knife marks from opening the case back. The condition of the watch is considered as very good for a watch this age with little to no signs of polishing. The buckle with minor signs of wear, overall it has been kept in good condition. The additional straps are like new, but both additional buckles with minor signs of wear and tarnishing.

Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts.

You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band.

Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.