Property from a Collector RolexDay-Date, Reference 118239A white gold wristwatch with day, date, mother-of-pearl dial and bracelet, Circa 2000勞力士Day-Date 型號118239 白金鏈帶腕錶，備日期、星期顯示及珠母貝錶盤，約2000年製Dial: mother-of-pearlCalibre: cal. 3155 automatic, 31 jewelsCase: 18k white gold, screw down case backCase number: P680016Closure: 18k white gold Rolex President bracelet and folding claspSize: 36 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 175 mmSigned: case, dial and movementAccessories: Rolex Garantie and presentation box附帶證書及盒子品相: The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. All functions are working properly. The mother-of-pearl dial is nice and intact. The case and the bracelet with minor wear, visible with the naked eyes. The lugs with surface wear visible with the naked eye. Otherwise the watch is in very good overall condition.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. "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."拍卖专文: The Day-Date represented a worldwide innovation, was the first watch to indicate the date in the 3 o’clock position, and the day of the week in the 12 o’clock position. In 1988 Rolex creates the caliber 3155, which features the double quickset functions and included in both the series 18200 and 18300 – many references of these series will be created in the following years. Later on in Baselworld 2000, Rolex presents the updated series 118000 with the references: 118205, 118206, 118238 and 118239 with minor visual updates. The present watch is a reference 118239 which comes with an attractive mother-of-pearl dial.