ROLEX, REF. 69178 18K YELLOW GOLD 'OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST' WATCH

Brand: Rolex
Model: Oyster Perpetual Datejust
Reference number: 69178
Serial number: 8217655
Year: Circa 1984
Case size: 26 mm
Case material: 18K yellow gold
Bezel: Fluted 18K yellow gold
Dial: Champagne
Movement: Automatic
Bracelet/Strap: 18K yellow gold Jubilee link
Bracelet Size: Approx. 15 cm
Functions: Date
Gross weight: Approx. 44.40 dwt.
Stamps: Clasp stamp: ROLEX 8570 F GENEVE ROLEX S.A. 750 SWISS MADE (Swiss hallmarks) 18K. Case stamp: 18K

This lot is located in Palm Beach.

Measurements: The inner circumference of the watch measures approximately 15 cm.

Overall Condition: The watch winds, sets and runs at the time of cataloguing but has not been timed for accuracy. There is scratching to the gold, heavy on the case back.

Please note that Hindman does not warranty the watch at the time of the auction or after its purchase. Potential buyers should be advised that though the watch may be running at the time of cataloging, it may stop running before the auction and servicing is recommended for all timepieces. The authenticity of individual parts is not guaranteed since repairs and restoration may have occurred.

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Sally Klarr, GG

Director, Senior Specialist, Jewelry & Watches

[email protected]312.334.4215

Ms. Klarr’s passion for jewelry began when she saw the gem collection at the Smithsonian at age 13, and she has since cultivated an expertise in jewelry and its history. She began her career at Christie’s as a Junior Specialist and went on to join Marshall Pierce & Co. in Chicago, culminating in a decade of experience in the auction business, VIP relations, and jewelry and luxury marketing. She earned her Graduate Gemologist degree from the Gemological Institute of America in New York and is a graduate of Hillsdale College.

Ruth Thuston, GG

Senior Specialist, Jewelry & Watches

[email protected]312.447.3268

Ms. Thuston brings to Freeman's over 20 years’ experience in antique, period and estate jewelry having facilitated the selling process for thousands of clients. Her career includes opening the Chicago jewelry department at Heritage Auctions and directing the Chicago office of CIRCA for twelve years. Earlier in her career she sold jewelry and watches for two of Chicago’s leading jewelers, CD Peacock and Sidney Garber. She is a Graduate Gemologist from the Gemological Institute of America and has a Bachelor of Arts in music from Albion College. Ms. Thuston has received national and chapter awards for her work with the Women’s Jewelry Association and is an executive board member of the Chicago History Museum Costume Council, a candidate member of the National Association of Jewelry appraisers (NAJA), a voting member of the Accredited Gemologist Association (AGA) and member of The American Society of Jewelry Historians.

April Matteini, GG

Senior Vice President, Head of Department, Jewelry

[email protected]561.833.8053

A Graduate Gemologist (GIA) who specializes in evaluating and appraising fine antique, estate jewelry and gemstones, Ms. Matteini provides streamlined services for Freeman's jewelry clients throughout Florida and the Southeast. Prior to joining the firm, she served as Bonhams Vice President for the Florida region and as the Regional Director for Skinner Auctioneers. A native New Englander, April has lived in South Florida since 2005 with her family. She enjoys membership in the American Society of Jewelry Historians, the jewelry social club Gem-X, and a life-long love of sailing. April brings more than 25 years of jewelry appraisal and auction house experience, combined with exceptional communications and customer service skills to her position.

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ROLEX, REF. 69178 18K YELLOW GOLD 'OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST' WATCH

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