Exclusive Timepieces 21 – 22 October 2023 | Monaco
Auction Details
The timepieces that we are offering at this auction are coming from all over the world and from some of the most prominent collections.
An incredibly impressive selection of truly rare Rolex Daytonas. A stunning and rare Cartier watch. A Patek Philippe in platinum from the 1920s, coming to auction for the first time, the John Goldberger Calatrava, which is one of the most sought-after reference 530s, to name but a few.
Session I: Saturday 21 October, 2:30 PM – lots 1 to 108
Session II: Sunday 22 October, 10:30 AM – lots 109 to 172
Session III: Sunday 22 October, 2:30 PM – lots 173 to 281
49 Rolex Charismatic and Important, “Octopus” Datejust, Automatic Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, Wood Dial, Diamond-Set Bezel and Bracelet, Reference 6917
Estimate: € 25,000 – 50,000
Sold € 33,150
Model: Datejust
Reference: 6917
Case Material: Yellow Gold
Bracelet Material: Yellow Gold and Diamonds
Year: 1979
Movement: Automatic
Caliber: 2030
Case N°: 5 980 620
Dimensions: 26 mm
Signed: Dial, Movement and Case
This amazing watch is also referred to as “Octopus” due to the design of its President bracelet and is a rare example of a Datejust reference 6917, manufactured with a beautiful diamond-set bezel that matches perfectly the diamonds put on this unusual bracelet. The lot offered here has an attractive and unusual combination of rich brown wood dial and yellow gold. This watch boasts history, comfort, and function, having adorned the wrists of some seriously powerful and influential women. Manufactured with a very rare diamond-set bezel and a very captivating wood dial produced in small number by Rolex, over the years Rolex has and continues to experiment with many different dial designs with a variety of hard stones and unusual materials. This particular ladies Rolex boasts a striking dial, which complements the yellow finish exceptionally well.