CIRCA: 2008
CASE MATERIAL: 18k white gold
DIAMETER: 40 mm.
STRAP: Black CROCODILE leather strap
DIAL: Meteorite
MOVEMENT: Cal. 4130, automatic
FUNCTIONS: Time, chronograph, tachymeter
CLASP: 18k white gold Rolex folding clasp
WITH: Original Rolex Guarantee dated 28th February 2008, hang tag, Rolex presentation box and outer packaging

Ψ This endangered species strap is shown for display purposes only and is not for sale. Upon sale, this watch will be supplied to the buyer with a black leather strap

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The present Daytona example was crafted in 18k white gold and bears an exceptionally rare meteorite dial. While exact production numbers are not publicly known, it is no secret that these dials are scarcely manufactured due to the difficulty to work with meteorite and the rarity of the material.

In the current market, watch brands cannot easily acquire more meteorite samples as certain types are protected by law, therefore the manufacturers are constrained to use their existing stock supply.

Thanks to naturally occurring patterns, no two dials will ever look identical and therefore each watch is unique in a sense. The present lot is further accompanied by its original Rolex guarantee.

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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

OVERALL CONDITION: The watch is in very good overall condition

CASE: The case is in overall very good condition but shows hairline scratches on the bezel and case.

DIAL: The dial is nice, clean, and original.

MOVEMENT: Ticking at the time of cataloguing. All the functions are working correctly. However a service is recommended

STRAP/CLASP: The strap is worn and the clasp is in very good condition

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