Rolex - The Geneva Watch Auction: XIV Geneva Friday, November 5, 2021 | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: Rolex
    Year: 2020
    Reference No: 124300
    Case No: 1M1129H6
    Model Name: Oyster Perpetual "Tiffany Blue"
    Material: Stainless steel
    Calibre: Automatic, cal. 3230, 31 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet, max length 190mm
    Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Rolex Oyster deployant clasp
    Dimensions: 41mm Diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and bracelet signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by Rolex Guarantee dated October 2, 2020, instruction booklet, guarantee manual, green card holder, two hang tags, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    In 2020, Rolex released an array of new Oyster Perpetual models fitted with a range of dial colors. Immediately recalling the brands "Stella" dials of the past, the dials were available in yellow, blue, green, coral or pink, providing color and playfulness to Rolex catalogs. Vintage aficionados were particularly jubilant, as the launch showed Rolex's understanding and respect for its long history. The models were an instant hit, and immediately garnered a waiting list at Rolex retailers.

    The present watch is cased in a 41 millimeters case and displays a striking blue dial. Offered without reserve, it is furthermore accompanied by its Rolex International Guarantee dated October 2, 2020, product literature, presentation box and outer packaging.

  • Artist Biography

    Rolex

    Swiss • 1905

    Founded in 1905 England by Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis as Wilsdorf & Davis, it soon became known as the Rolex Watch Company in 1915, moving its headquarters to Geneva in 1919. Like no other company, the success of the wristwatch can be attributed to many of Rolex's innovations that made them one of the most respected and well-known of all luxury brands. These innovations include their famous "Oyster" case — the world's first water resistant and dustproof watch case, invented in 1926 — and their "Perpetual" — the first reliable self-winding movement for wristwatches launched in 1933. They would form the foundation for Rolex's Datejust and Day-Date, respectively introduced in 1945 and 1956, but also importantly for their sports watches, such as the Explorer, Submariner and GMT-Master launched in the mid-1950s.

    One of its most famous models is the Cosmograph Daytona. Launched in 1963, these chronographs are without any doubt amongst the most iconic and coveted of all collectible wristwatches. Other key collectible models include their most complicated vintage watches, including references 8171 and 6062 with triple calendar and moon phase, "Jean Claude Killy" triple date chronograph models and the Submariner, including early "big-crown" models and military-issued variants.

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This lot is offered without Reserve

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Lot offered with No Reserve

Ref. 124300
One of the most desired watches of 2020, especially when combined with a striking "Tiffany Blue" dial, this 41mm Oyster Perpetual features new Chromalight luminous and calibre 3230 with its 70 hour power reserve. In practically unworn condition with manufacturer's stickers this could be one of the most stylish watches for the summer.

2020
41mm Diameter
Case, dial, movement and bracelet signed

Estimate
CHF4,000 - 7,000 
€3,700-6,500
$4,300-7,600

Sold for CHF18,900

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The Geneva Watch Auction: XIV

Geneva Auction 5 & 7 November 2021