A YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC CENTRE SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DAY, DATE AND BRACELET  REF 1803 CASE 3218027 DAY-DATE CIRCA 1970

cal. 1556 automatic lever movement, 26 jewels champagne dial, applied baton indexes, aperture for day in German, magnified aperture for date  18k yellow gold Oyster case, fluted bezel, screw-down crown and back case, dial and movement signed  with an 18k yellow gold Rolex President bracelet with folding clasp 
diameter 36 mm, bracelet circumference approximately 171 mm

Estimate 5,000 ― 7,000 CHF

The movement is running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. The dial has a rather large discoloration in the middle. The case has most likely been polished, it has scuffs and scratches throughout due to wear. It has scuffs and scratches to the underside of the lugs. There is a dent to the case back. The underside of a couple of links have dents.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.