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There are gem-set Nautilus references, and then there are pieces that defy category—quietly living at the edge of rarity, provenance, and extravagance. This Patek Philippe Nautilus reference 3800/105 in yellow gold is one of those watches. A time capsule of high 1980s Geneva, it reflects a moment when Patek Philippe dared to elevate its sportiest silhouette into the realm of high jewellery—with masterful restraint and unmatched execution. This example features what Patek Philippe officially refers to as a gilded dial, surrounded by a periphery paved with diamonds and set with eleven ruby hour markers—a dial configuration known on only a handful of examples globally. The balance between the warm sunburst centre and the glittering halo around it is breathtaking, elevated further by the bold yellow gold dauphine hands that root the design in Patek Philippe’s classical language. The case is topped by a triple-row factory diamond bezel, and the original bracelet stuns with 474 factory-set diamonds arranged along the centre links—executed with geometric precision. The watch is powered by the calibre 335 SC, an in-house automatic movement. At 37.5mm, it retains more elegant proportions than the original Nautilus while offering a bolder personality when gem-set. Patek Philippe began experimenting with diamond-set sports models during the 1980s, producing a very limited number of variants, often for well-connected clients and at an extremely high price point. The 3800/105 is one of the rarest sub-references within the already niche series. This watch comes with its Extract from the Archives, confirming its production in 1984 and sale in March 1988—a rare four-year gap that hints at how unusually configured and costly this watch was at the time. Also included are service papers and the original presentation box. Now available through Collectors Gallery Dubai, this 3800/105 is an icon of 1980s excess reinterpreted through the lens of timeless taste.

There are gem-set Nautilus references, and then there are pieces that defy category—quietly living at the edge of rarity, provenance, and extravagance. This Patek Philippe Nautilus reference 3800/105 in yellow gold is one of those watches. A time capsule of high 1980s Geneva, it reflects a moment when Patek Philippe dared to elevate its sportiest silhouette into the realm of high jewellery—with masterful restraint and unmatched execution.
This example features what Patek Philippe officially refers to as a gilded dial, surrounded by a periphery paved with diamonds and set with eleven ruby hour markers—a dial configuration known on only a handful of examples globally. The balance between the warm sunburst centre and the glittering halo around it is breathtaking, elevated further by the bold yellow gold dauphine hands that root the design in Patek Philippe’s classical language.
The case is topped by a triple-row factory diamond bezel, and the original bracelet stuns with 474 factory-set diamonds arranged along the centre links—executed with geometric precision. The watch is powered by the calibre 335 SC, an in-house automatic movement. At 37.5mm, it retains more elegant proportions than the original Nautilus while offering a bolder personality when gem-set.
Patek Philippe began experimenting with diamond-set sports models during the 1980s, producing a very limited number of variants, often for well-connected clients and at an extremely high price point. The 3800/105 is one of the rarest sub-references within the already niche series.
This watch comes with its Extract from the Archives, confirming its production in 1984 and sale in March 1988—a rare four-year gap that hints at how unusually configured and costly this watch was at the time. Also included are service papers and the original presentation box.
Now available through Collectors Gallery Dubai, this 3800/105 is an icon of 1980s excess reinterpreted through the lens of timeless taste.

Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800/105 'Ruby & Pave Diamonds'

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A classic reimagined with a touch of nature’s finest artistry—this Rolex Day-Date reference 18239 in 18 carat white gold pairs horological prestige with organic beauty through its rare birch wood dial. Crafted in 1997, this example belongs to the fifth generation of Day-Dates, distinguished by the caliber 3155 movement. This automatic chronometer features the double quickset function, allowing independent adjustment of the day and date—a practical evolution of Rolex engineering. The day disc is presented in Italian, adding another layer of character to this already distinctive piece. The 36 mm white gold case is fitted with the elegant fluted bezel, and accompanied by the legendary President bracelet with a concealed clasp—all in superb condition, showing little to no stretch. However, the true standout is the birch wood dial—a seldom-seen configuration. Its surface is alive with flowing grain patterns and natural 'flames' in warm tones of honey, amber, and tobacco. To complement the lightness of the wood, the text on the dial is printed in black, offering sharp contrast, excellent legibility and matching with the black minute track. Framed by a white gold baton index, the dial combines rustic elegance with refined precision. Wood dials in any metal are scarce; in white gold, they’re truly exceptional. This Day-Date is a visually striking timepiece, made even more appealing by the inclusion of its original box and papers. Whether you're drawn to Rolex heritage, unique dial variations, or the fusion of luxury and nature, this 18239 delivers on every front.

A classic reimagined with a touch of nature’s finest artistry—this Rolex Day-Date reference 18239 in 18 carat white gold pairs horological prestige with organic beauty through its rare birch wood dial.
Crafted in 1997, this example belongs to the fifth generation of Day-Dates, distinguished by the caliber 3155 movement. This automatic chronometer features the double quickset function, allowing independent adjustment of the day and date—a practical evolution of Rolex engineering. The day disc is presented in Italian, adding another layer of character to this already distinctive piece.
The 36 mm white gold case is fitted with the elegant fluted bezel, and accompanied by the legendary President bracelet with a concealed clasp—all in superb condition, showing little to no stretch.
However, the true standout is the birch wood dial—a seldom-seen configuration. Its surface is alive with flowing grain patterns and natural 'flames' in warm tones of honey, amber, and tobacco. To complement the lightness of the wood, the text on the dial is printed in black, offering sharp contrast, excellent legibility and matching with the black minute track. Framed by a white gold baton index, the dial combines rustic elegance with refined precision.
Wood dials in any metal are scarce; in white gold, they’re truly exceptional. <meta charset="utf-8">This Day-Date is a visually striking timepiece, made even more appealing by the inclusion of its original box and papers.
Whether you're drawn to Rolex heritage, unique dial variations, or the fusion of luxury and nature, this 18239 delivers on every front.

Rolex Day-Date 18239 'Wood'

"This wrist watch is for the man whose interests go beyond the horizon." That's what the Patek Philippe advertisement for this watch noted back in the day. By back in the day, we're referring to the early twentieth century. A period of globalisation, the world becoming more connected and the start of World War II. Patek Philippe felt the need to produce a watch that allowed the wearer to read the local time as well as the time in multiple other parts of the world. The Swiss watch brand didn't do it solely. They partnered with Louis Cottier, who invented this complication style. A rotating bezel with 24 cities engraved - later series even have 42 cities - and a 24-hour ring with applied sun and moon icons to indicate noon or midnight. All powered by the manual-winding caliber 12-120 HU (Heure Universelle). It is the first serially-produced World Time and has been in production for 17 years starting in 1937. This is quite long. However, bear in mind that only a handful were made each year. Resulting in a total number of 82 yellow gold, 32 rose gold and a single platinum example. So far, only the half has surfaced the market of which the biggest part is in poor condition. We are very proud to add this excellent example to our collection! It is carried out in 18k yellow gold. The three-piece case is strong. The tear drop shaped lugs are round and full and give this watch just a bunch of class and elegance. The ribbed bezel is in sharp condition and clearly displays the 24 enamelled city names in French. The diameter is only 31 mm, but the 1415 perfectly shows that less is more. It has the most common, yet very pleasing dial configuration; an ivory tone with applied baton markers and Roman quarters. Also, notice the characteristic hour hand with the large circle and the faceted minute hand perfectly matching the romantic icons of the sun and moon. This 1415 dates back to 1946 and was sold in 1949 according to the Extract from the Archives. It first popped up in 2013, when it was auctioned in New York. The stylish, Italian - that's a pleonasm - gentleman who bought it, paired it with its gorgeous yellow gold Gay Frères bracelet. As Patek Philippe stated in the same advertisement mentioned in the introduction: "In effect it is twenty-four watches in one – for around its face is a sliding rim that tell at a turn the time in the major cities of the world’s twenty-four time belts."

"This wrist watch is for the man whose interests go beyond the horizon."
That's what the Patek Philippe advertisement for this watch noted back in the day. By back in the day, we're referring to the early twentieth century. A period of globalisation, the world becoming more connected and the start of World War II. Patek Philippe felt the need to produce a watch that allowed the wearer to read the local time as well as the time in multiple other parts of the world.
The Swiss watch brand didn't do it solely. They partnered with Louis Cottier, who invented this complication style. A rotating bezel with 24 cities engraved - later series even have 42 cities - and a 24-hour ring with applied sun and moon icons to indicate noon or midnight. All powered by the manual-winding caliber 12-120 HU (Heure Universelle).
It is the first serially-produced World Time and has been in production for 17 years starting in 1937. This is quite long. However, bear in mind that only a handful were made each year. Resulting in a total number of 82 yellow gold, 32 rose gold and a single platinum example. So far, only the half has surfaced the market of which the biggest part is in poor condition. 
We are very proud to add this excellent example to our collection! It is carried out in 18k yellow gold. The three-piece case is strong. The tear drop shaped lugs are round and full and give this watch just a bunch of class and elegance. The ribbed bezel is in sharp condition and clearly displays the 24 enamelled city names in French. The diameter is only 31 mm, but the 1415 perfectly shows that less is more. It has the most common, yet very pleasing dial configuration; an ivory tone with applied baton markers and Roman quarters. Also, notice the characteristic hour hand with the large circle and the faceted minute hand perfectly matching the romantic icons of the sun and moon.
This 1415 dates back to 1946 and was sold in 1949 according to the Extract from the Archives. It first popped up in 2013, when it was auctioned in New York. The stylish, Italian - that's a pleonasm - gentleman who bought it, paired it with its gorgeous yellow gold Gay Frères bracelet. 
As Patek Philippe stated in the same advertisement mentioned in the introduction: "In effect it is twenty-four watches in one – for around its face is a sliding rim that tell at a turn the time in the major cities of the world’s twenty-four time belts."

Patek Philippe World Time 1415

This isn't your everyday-Date. This is the everyday Day-Date you actually want. This is reference 18296, produced in 1997 and built for the kind of wrist that doesn’t do half-measures. The 18296 is one of the rarer Day-Date references, produced in limited numbers during the 90s, making it a sought-after piece. Crafted in solid platinum, the most prestigious and exclusive metal in Rolex’s catalog, this watch already plays in a different league. Platinum has always been Rolex’s most serious flex—used sparingly, with quiet authority, and typically reserved for their most elite configurations. The real showstopper is the factory pavé dial, fully set with extra-large brilliant-cut diamonds. No hour markers. No restraint. Just an unbroken sea of stones that light up the wrist like a disco ball at high noon. Telling the time? Not really the point. Unlike its flashier cousins, the bezel here is smooth platinum—a refined counterpoint to the maximalism of the dial. The lugs, however, are factory-set with diamonds, framing the case with a subtle yet unmistakable shimmer. The effect is perfectly balanced: bold, but never vulgar. Inside ticks the Caliber 3155, the dependable workhorse of '90s Day-Dates, complete with the double quickset function, making both the day and date easily adjustable—a small luxury for a very big watch. Measuring 36 mm, the platinum Oyster case has well-preserved edges and no signs of overpolishing. Also the bezel remains thick and robust. The diamond-set lugs are intact, and the original President bracelet in platinum shows minimal stretch, retaining its heft and dignity. This watch has been worn, and it shows here and there. There are honest signs of wear and tear—as you'd expect from a nearly three-decade-old platinum piece—but nothing that detracts from its structure or charm. This is the kind of watch that looks better with a bit of mileage.

Rolex Day-Date 18296 'Platinum & XL Pave Diamond Dial'

Let’s talk about the dial—because that’s where the magic is. This white gold Day-Date reference 1804 from 1970 is fitted with a fiery red-orange lacquered dial that completely steals the show. These Stella dials, produced in small batches for niche markets, were way ahead of their time—and most buyers back then weren’t ready for them. That’s exactly why finding one today, especially in a colour this bold, is such a rare treat. Even more special is the fact that this dial sits in a white gold case—a much less common choice compared to the more frequently ordered yellow gold versions. Actually, a Stella dial in a white gold case is a bit of a contradiction—pairing Rolex’s most flamboyant dial with its most understated precious metal. Of course, this example also features a factory diamond-set bezel and matching diamond hour markers, which only crank up the opulence. As with many original Stella dials, this one shows a bit of honest aging. You’ll spot some light craquelé in the lacquer around the diamond markers—nothing dramatic, and something we often see on untouched examples. A few lume plots have partially flaked away, which is typical for these dials. The important thing: it's all original, and completely unrefinished. The condition is fair for its age. The white gold case still presents well, retaining good lugs and decent definition. The factory-set diamond bezel is in clean condition, with all stones securely in place and still catching the light nicely. It comes on an 18 carat white gold President bracelet with the concealed clasp — Rolex’s more streamlined clasp design introduced in this era. Both folding and hidden clasps were available in the early ‘70s, and this example features the hidden version. The bracelet itself has minimal stretch and wears beautifully on the wrist. This isn’t your average Day-Date—it’s a bold, collectable slice of Rolex history in one of its rarest and most charismatic executions. One for the real heads.

Let’s talk about the dial—because that’s where the magic is.
This white gold Day-Date reference 1804 from 1970 is fitted with a fiery red-orange lacquered dial that completely steals the show. These Stella dials, produced in small batches for niche markets, were way ahead of their time—and most buyers back then weren’t ready for them. That’s exactly why finding one today, especially in a colour this bold, is such a rare treat.
Even more special is the fact that this dial sits in a white gold case—a much less common choice compared to the more frequently ordered yellow gold versions. <meta charset="utf-8">Actually, a Stella dial in a white gold case is a bit of a contradiction—pairing Rolex’s most flamboyant dial with its most understated precious metal. 
Of course, this example also features a factory diamond-set bezel and matching diamond hour markers, which only crank up the opulence. 
As with many original Stella dials, this one shows a bit of honest aging. You’ll spot some light craquelé in the lacquer around the diamond markers—nothing dramatic, and something we often see on untouched examples. A few lume plots have partially flaked away, which is typical for these dials. The important thing: it's all original, and completely unrefinished.
<meta charset="utf-8">The condition is fair for its age. The white gold case still presents well, retaining good lugs and decent definition. The factory-set diamond bezel is in clean condition, with all stones securely in place and still catching the light nicely.
It comes on an 18 carat white gold President bracelet with the concealed clasp — Rolex’s more streamlined clasp design introduced in this era. Both folding and hidden clasps were available in the early ‘70s, and this example features the hidden version. The bracelet itself has minimal stretch and wears beautifully on the wrist.
This isn’t your average Day-Date—it’s a bold, collectable slice of Rolex history in one of its rarest and most charismatic executions. One for the real heads.

Rolex Day-Date 1804 'Red Stella'

Is it digital? Far from it. This is the Cartier Tank à Guichets, reference 2817 — a mechanical marvel and one of the most captivating expressions of Cartier’s inventive spirit. While it may look like something from the future, it’s rooted deeply in watchmaking history. Cartier has always stood at the intersection of elegance and innovation, and few timepieces reflect that balance better than the Tank à Guichets. Where most watches tell time with sweeping hands across an open dial, the Tank à Guichets strips that all away. In its place? A mysterious block of brushed rose gold, punctuated by two crisp apertures — one for the hour, one for the minutes. The concept behind this unusual display dates back to the late 19th century, when Austrian engineer Josef Pallweber introduced the jumping hour mechanism: a system that uses rotating discs to display time through windows. But in 1928, Cartier reimagined the concept with unmatched style. The Tank à Guichets transformed the classical Tank design — with its elongated brancards and rectangular form — into a sleek, minimalist sculpture. With no dial, no hands, and no unnecessary ornamentation, it whispered modernity in a time of Art Deco opulence. Only about two dozen were produced in its original run, and yet, it managed to find its way onto the wrist of legends like jazz pioneer Duke Ellington. Fast forward to the late 20th and early 21st centuries, and Cartier revisited this enigmatic creation through a handful of ultra-limited reissues. Among them: a trio set in 1996, a 150-piece platinum edition for the maison’s 150th anniversary in 1997, and finally, this 2005 Collection Privée Cartier Paris (CPCP) edition — limited to just 100 pieces in 18k rose gold. The reference 2817 represents one of those rare CPCP examples. Its 26 x 37 mm case, entirely finished in satin-brushed rose gold, presents an architectural purity that’s both vintage and avant-garde. The jump hour appears in a rectangular aperture at 12 o’clock, while a curved window below reveals the continuously moving minute disc. True to Cartier tradition, the signature octagonal crown is adorned with a blue sapphire cabochon — a quiet nod to its heritage. This particular piece is offered in excellent condition, accompanied by a classy brown alligator leather Cartier strap, and an 18k rose gold deployant clasp. A watch that blends mechanical intrigue with design purity.

Is it digital? Far from it. This is the Cartier Tank à Guichets, reference 2817 — a mechanical marvel and one of the most captivating expressions of Cartier’s inventive spirit. While it may look like something from the future, it’s rooted deeply in watchmaking history.
Cartier has always stood at the intersection of elegance and innovation, and few timepieces reflect that balance better than the Tank à Guichets. Where most watches tell time with sweeping hands across an open dial, the Tank à Guichets strips that all away. In its place? A mysterious block of brushed rose gold, punctuated by two crisp apertures — one for the hour, one for the minutes.
The concept behind this unusual display dates back to the late 19th century, when Austrian engineer Josef Pallweber introduced the jumping hour mechanism: a system that uses rotating discs to display time through windows. 
But in 1928, Cartier reimagined the concept with unmatched style. The Tank à Guichets transformed the classical Tank design — with its elongated brancards and rectangular form — into a sleek, minimalist sculpture. With no dial, no hands, and no unnecessary ornamentation, it whispered modernity in a time of Art Deco opulence. Only about two dozen were produced in its original run, and yet, it managed to find its way onto the wrist of legends like jazz pioneer Duke Ellington.
Fast forward to the late 20th and early 21st centuries, and Cartier revisited this enigmatic creation through a handful of ultra-limited reissues. Among them: a trio set in 1996, a 150-piece platinum edition for the maison’s 150th anniversary in 1997, and finally, this 2005 Collection Privée Cartier Paris (CPCP) edition — limited to just 100 pieces in 18k rose gold.
The reference 2817 represents one of those rare CPCP examples. Its 26 x 37 mm case, entirely finished in satin-brushed rose gold, presents an architectural purity that’s both vintage and avant-garde. The jump hour appears in a rectangular aperture at 12 o’clock, while a curved window below reveals the continuously moving minute disc. True to Cartier tradition, the signature octagonal crown is adorned with a blue sapphire cabochon — a quiet nod to its heritage.
This particular piece is offered in excellent condition, accompanied by a classy brown alligator leather Cartier strap, and an 18k rose gold deployant clasp. A watch that blends mechanical intrigue with design purity.

Cartier Tank À Guichets 2817

They don’t make them like this anymore. This is not just a yellow gold Audemars Piguet Royal Oak — it's a fully open worked example of one of the most iconic perpetual calendar Royal Oaks ever made. Reference 25829BA takes the familiar silhouette of the 25820 and transforms it into a mechanical showcase, revealing the movement in all its intricate detail. Originally introduced in 1983, the Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar was AP’s bold move to blend ultra-thin haute horlogerie complications with the rugged sport-luxury look of Gerald Genta’s masterpiece. It was a first of its kind, and it set the tone for complicated luxury sports watches going forward. At the heart of it all is the legendary calibre 2120/2802, built on the Jaeger-LeCoultre 920 ébauche—an ultra-thin movement famously used in icons like the original 'Jumbo' Royal Oak 5402, the original 'Jumbo' Patek Philippe Nautilus 3700, and Vacheron Constantin's 222. The 25829BA is fully skeletonized, offering a captivating view of the intricate network of gears, levers, and perpetual calendar functions. Through both the dial and sapphire caseback, the craftsmanship becomes apparent—the bridges are beautifully engraved with delicate vine motifs, and the openworked 21k gold rotor is a work of art in itself, featuring meticulous decoration that adds an extra layer of elegance and refinement to the movement. Crafted entirely in 18k yellow gold, the 39mm case retains the original ‘Jumbo’ proportions and iconic Royal Oak architecture. This piece was delivered in 2007 and comes with the official Extract from the Archives from Audemars Piguet confirming its production and sale. The condition of this timepiece is excellent, with a well-preserved case and a sharp and thick bezel. The watch barely shows any signs of wear. The bracelet is in great shape and shows no stretch. Overall, this watch has been maintained carefully, remaining an attractive and high-quality example. Collector? Flexer? Doesn’t matter. This Royal Oak is here to show off, and it’s doing it in style.

They don’t make them like this anymore.
This is not just a yellow gold Audemars Piguet Royal Oak — it's a fully open worked example of one of the most iconic perpetual calendar Royal Oaks ever made. Reference 25829BA takes the familiar silhouette of the 25820 and transforms it into a mechanical showcase, revealing the movement in all its intricate detail.
Originally introduced in 1983, the Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar was AP’s bold move to blend ultra-thin haute horlogerie complications with the rugged sport-luxury look of Gerald Genta’s masterpiece. It was a first of its kind, and it set the tone for complicated luxury sports watches going forward. At the heart of it all is the legendary calibre 2120/2802, built on the Jaeger-LeCoultre 920 ébauche—an ultra-thin movement famously used in icons like the original 'Jumbo' Royal Oak 5402, the original 'Jumbo' Patek Philippe Nautilus 3700, and Vacheron Constantin's 222.
The 25829BA is fully skeletonized, offering a captivating view of the intricate network of gears, levers, and perpetual calendar functions. Through both the dial and sapphire caseback, the craftsmanship becomes apparent—the bridges are beautifully engraved with delicate vine motifs, and the openworked 21k gold rotor is a work of art in itself, featuring meticulous decoration that adds an extra layer of elegance and refinement to the movement.
Crafted entirely in 18k yellow gold, the 39mm case retains the original ‘Jumbo’ proportions and iconic Royal Oak architecture. This piece was delivered in 2007 and comes with the official Extract from the Archives from Audemars Piguet confirming its production and sale.
The condition of this timepiece is excellent, with a well-preserved case and a sharp and thick bezel. The watch barely shows any signs of wear. The bracelet is in great shape and shows no stretch. Overall, this watch has been maintained carefully, remaining an attractive and high-quality example.
Collector? Flexer? Doesn’t matter. This Royal Oak is here to show off, and it’s doing it in style.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar 'Skeleton' 25829BA

This reference 1803 is beautiful in every sense of the word. However, la crème de la crème is the beautiful blue sigma dial complimented with brilliant-cut diamonds with baguettes on the 6 and 9 o'clock. It is an anomaly for this watch to bear hands with lume as the dial is non-luminescent. This Rolex Day-Date dates back to 1969 and is powered by calibre 1556. We can't stress enough, the impeccable condition this case is in as it remains unpolished. We are crazy about the four-digit Day-Date references and we particularly like them when they come as vintage as possible. The classic characteristics we love are the pie pan dial and the plexi crystal. This watch comes on an 18k white-gold President bracelet with the classic folding clasp which is perfect for your 4-digit Day-Date.

Rolex Day-Date 1803 'Blue Sunburst'

There’s one grand complication to rule them all, the perpetual calendar chronograph, and Patek Philippe is the king when it comes to making them. The reference 3970 was introduced in 1986 as the successor to the legendary and ultra-collectible reference 2499 perpetual calendar chronograph. This ref. 3970EP (E = étanche, which means waterproof in French; P = platinum) dates back to 1996. The watch features a 36 mm 950 platinum case with lovely pump pushers and a sapphire see-through case back through which the exquisitely hand finished manual-winding movement can be viewed. The beautiful opaline silver dial sports pointed stick indexes and matching pointed stick hands. Two apertures at the 12 o’clock position reveal the day and month mechanism. The dial features three sub-dials. The recessed sub-dial at the 9 o’clock position displays a running seconds as well as a 24-hour hand while the recessed sub-dial at the 3-hour position incorporates a 30-minute chronograph counter and a leap year indicator. Finally on the lower sub-dial we find a charming moon phase indicator, which is surrounded by a date complication. The watch comes on a black alligator leather strap with a platinum Patek Philippe deployant clasp and an Extract From The Archives.

Patek Philippe Grand Complications 3970EP

From a collector's perspective we can definitely call this the Sultan of Daytona's. With only three pieces that have surfaced the market so far, this is one of the rarest Daytona's out there. Made in the year 1974 as a special order for his majesty the late Qaboos Bin Said Al Said, the Sultan of Oman, the dial bears his inscription. From the three known, one remains in one of the most prominent Rolex collections in the world, one got auctioned by Christies in 2013 (for a whopping $825,000) and this is the third one. The watch comes with the presentation box that bears the Oman national emblem.

From a collector's perspective we can definitely call this the Sultan of Daytona's. With only three pieces that have surfaced the market so far, this is one of the rarest Daytona's out there. Made in the year 1974 as a special order for his majesty the late Qaboos Bin Said Al Said, the Sultan of Oman, the dial bears his inscription. From the three known, one remains in one of the most prominent Rolex collections in the world, one got auctioned by Christies in 2013 (for a whopping $825,000) and this is the third one. The watch comes with the presentation box that bears the Oman national emblem.

Rolex Daytona 6263 'Qaboos'

Nothing quite beats a 4-digit Day-Date in yellow gold. Let alone one with a red, cherry colored, Stella dial. During the 1970s and 1980s Rolex offered brightly colored lacquered dials, nicknamed ‘stella’ by Italian collectors, as an option for the Day-Date. This option wasn’t particularly popular. After all, you had to be a gentleman (or lady) of considerable means to be able to afford a Day-Date and it was unlikely that a person of that stature would rock a gold watch with such a loud, dare we say gaudy, dial. As a result, stella dial Day-Dates are very collectible nowadays. This red colored dial on this ref. 1803 changes colors in every light and and is in perfect harmony with its 18k yellow gold applied indices. It has no cracks, hairlines or scratches, but it does have some light bubbling here and there, which is barely visible. The watch comes in the classic Day-Date packaging: a 36 mm 18k yellow gold case with matching fluted bezel and an 18k yellow gold President bracelet. The watch houses Rolex’ caliber 1570 self-winding movement. The watch is in great condition, with a sharp case and tight President bracelet.

Nothing quite beats a 4-digit Day-Date in yellow gold. Let alone one with a red, cherry colored, Stella dial.
During the 1970s and 1980s Rolex offered brightly colored lacquered dials, nicknamed ‘stella’ by Italian collectors, as an option for the Day-Date. This option wasn’t particularly popular. After all, you had to be a gentleman (or lady) of considerable means to be able to afford a Day-Date and it was unlikely that a person of that stature would rock a gold watch with such a loud, dare we say gaudy, dial. As a result, stella dial Day-Dates are very collectible nowadays. This red colored dial on this ref. 1803 changes colors in every light and and is in perfect harmony with its 18k yellow gold applied indices. It has no cracks, hairlines or scratches, but it does have some light bubbling here and there, which is barely visible. The watch comes in the classic Day-Date packaging: a 36 mm 18k yellow gold case with matching fluted bezel and an 18k yellow gold President bracelet. The watch houses Rolex’ caliber 1570 self-winding movement. The watch is in great condition, with a sharp case and tight President bracelet.

Rolex Day-Date 1803 'Red Stella'

A very clean and sharp Rolex Day-Date reference 1803 from 1969. This watch has a 'no lume' dial, which means that - despite the T Swiss T signing below the 6-hour position - the dial and hands don't contain tritium. Back in the day, many Asian countries had import restriction regarding luminescent material (since it's slightly radioactive). This example was made for the Japanese market, as is evidenced by its bracelet which bears a 'Made in Japan' signature in the clasp. Because many countries had heavy import taxes on gold, Rolex often chose to produce the cases and movements in Switzerland but the bracelets locally.

A very clean and sharp Rolex Day-Date reference 1803 from 1969. This watch has a 'no lume' dial, which means that - despite the T Swiss T signing below the 6-hour position - the dial and hands don't contain tritium. Back in the day, many Asian countries had import restriction regarding luminescent material (since it's slightly radioactive). This example was made for the Japanese market, as is evidenced by its bracelet which bears a 'Made in Japan' signature in the clasp. Because many countries had heavy import taxes on gold, Rolex often chose to produce the cases and movements in Switzerland but the bracelets locally.

Rolex Day-Date 1803 'No Lume Japan'

An 1804 is rare on its own, have one in platinum and you have yourself a winning combination. Add some Eastern Arabic numerals and you have yourself a grail of which are only a handful known to exist on this planet. If you pick up this piece you immediately understand you have something special in hand. For starters, by the sheer heft of this watch. As it is made out of platinum it is quite a bit heavier than your average gold Day-Date, up to 35% heavier than gold. The use of the noblest material is something one can expect on such a special order. Furthermore, for religious reasons, some Muslim gentlemen are not allowed to wear gold. The 1804 is par excellence a good fit since it is characterised by its diamond set bezel. The case and bezel are all still extremely sharp. The most important part of this piece is most definitely the Eastern Arabic dial which happens to be concentric and in a great condition. The beautifully aged, lume-plots are mostly still intact. The allure of a rare metal Day-Date -with first series Indic Arabic dial- is undeniable. Only small numbers of these middle-eastern configurations were delivered throughout the sixties and seventies, some on special order for royal families.

An 1804 is rare on its own, have one in platinum and you have yourself a winning combination. Add some Eastern Arabic numerals and you have yourself a grail of which are only a handful known to exist on this planet. 
If you pick up this piece you immediately understand you have something special in hand. For starters, by the sheer heft of this watch. As it is made out of platinum it is quite a bit heavier than your average gold Day-Date, up to 35% heavier than gold. The use of the noblest material is something one can expect on such a special order. Furthermore, for religious reasons, some Muslim gentlemen are not allowed to wear gold. The 1804 is par excellence a good fit since it is characterised by its diamond set bezel. The case and bezel are all still extremely sharp. 
The most important part of this piece is most definitely the Eastern Arabic dial which happens to be concentric and in a great condition. The beautifully aged, lume-plots are mostly still intact. The allure of a rare metal Day-Date -with first series Indic Arabic dial- is undeniable. Only small numbers of these middle-eastern configurations were delivered throughout the sixties and seventies, some on special order for royal families.

Rolex Day-Date 1804 'Eastern Arabic'

This piece deserves quite some attention. A stunning Rolex Day-Date ref. 1803/9 executed in 18k white gold, that we were proud to have sourced for a client. Who doesn't love a 'stealth wealth' configuration on his/ her Day-Date. The white gold Oyster case, with fluted bezel is carried by a white gold 'President' bracelet with hidden clasp. As you would have already noticed by now, the star of the show is nothing less than this beautiful Stella dial. Not just any Stella, but a light 'Côte d'Azur' blue dial. The dial is in a flawless condition with zero hairlines or imperfections. Now another addition to the rareness of this piece is that this dial configuration is without two factors that are most often seen on Stella dials. First of all this dial has no diamonds and no lume. The fact this dial has no lume indicates that this piece most likely was configured for a client in a country where the materials, used by Rolex for the luminous components, were not allowed. The contrast between white gold and this blue is something to behold on its own. This beauty dates back to 1976 and we can only applaud the lady or mister that configured this breathtaking example back in the day. The condition of the watch is something we can't forget to mention. The case is still very thick with sharp edges and the bracelet has zero to no stretch.

This piece deserves quite some attention. A stunning Rolex Day-Date ref. 1803/9 executed in 18k white gold, that we were proud to have sourced for a client. Who doesn't love a 'stealth wealth' configuration on his/ her Day-Date. The white gold Oyster case, with fluted bezel is carried by a white gold 'President' bracelet with hidden clasp. As you would have already noticed by now, the star of the show is nothing less than this beautiful Stella dial. Not just any Stella, but a light 'Côte d'Azur' blue dial. The dial is in a flawless condition with zero hairlines or imperfections. Now another addition to the rareness of this piece is that this dial configuration is without two factors that are most often seen on Stella dials. First of all this dial has no diamonds and no lume. The fact this dial has no lume indicates that this piece most likely was configured for a client in a country where the materials, used by Rolex for the luminous components, were not allowed. The contrast between white gold and this blue is something to behold on its own. This beauty dates back to 1976 and we can only applaud the lady or mister that configured this breathtaking example back in the day. The condition of the watch is something we can't forget to mention. The case is still very thick with sharp edges and the bracelet has zero to no stretch.

Rolex Day-Date 1803/9 'Stella'

6238 with black printing on a silver surface is nice, but nothing special; if you turn it around however, you have something very coveted: A rare, very sought-after and historically important model; being the father of the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona as we know it today. The reference 6238 belongs to the the last line of watches that didn’t bear a model name on the dial. However, it’s known among collectors and aficionados as the ‘Pre-Daytona’; albeit this reference being in production alongside the 6239. This 36mm measuring timepiece has a lot to offer; both aesthetically and mechanically. It is powered by a celebrated Valjoux caliber, housed in a sleek Oyster case with round pump-pushers. The slightly domed, smooth bezel gives it a pleasant sophistication, unknown to most toolwatches. The monochrome dial is unostentatious and pragmatism seems paramount, unlike the less comprehensible and more crowded dial design of most earlier Rolex chronographs. These 60's chronographs without the tachymeter scale on the bezel, always flew a bit under the radar. In terms of collectability, most attention goes out to the well-known and often studied Cosmograph Daytona. But there is a huge exception: the black dialled versions. Only a couple thousand 6238's have ever been produced, but the lion share of that small number (most likely over 95%) feature a light coloured dial. We are thrilled to showcase this incredible example that provides a perfect balance between austerity and elegance. The "-T SWISS T-" dial has silver printing, complementing the material of the case and bracelet. The dark surface shows some small blemishes, barely visible with the naked eye, and not taking away any of the charm. The correct small minute hand is mounted and the original thin register hands are too. The white lacquer on these, including the arrow of the second counter, is still perfect. The case is well-preserved and the riveted Oyster bracelet is ready to be worn for decades to come. Opportunities to own a "Black night" don't come around very often so make sure not to sleep on this chance.

6238 with black printing on a silver surface is nice, but nothing special; if you turn it around however, you have something very coveted:
A rare, very sought-after and historically important model; being the father of the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona as we know it today. The reference 6238 belongs to the the last line of watches that didn’t bear a model name on the dial. However, it’s known among collectors and aficionados as the ‘Pre-Daytona’; albeit this reference being in production alongside the 6239.
This 36mm measuring timepiece has a lot to offer; both aesthetically and mechanically. It is powered by a celebrated Valjoux caliber, housed in a sleek Oyster case with round pump-pushers. The slightly domed, smooth bezel gives it a pleasant sophistication, unknown to most toolwatches. The monochrome dial is unostentatious and pragmatism seems paramount, unlike the less comprehensible and more crowded dial design of most earlier Rolex chronographs.
These 60's chronographs without the tachymeter scale on the bezel, always flew a bit under the radar. In terms of collectability, most attention goes out to the well-known and often studied Cosmograph Daytona. But there is a huge exception: the black dialled versions. Only a couple thousand 6238's have ever been produced, but the lion share of that small number (most likely over 95%) feature a light coloured dial.
We are thrilled to showcase this incredible example that provides a perfect balance between austerity and elegance. The "-T SWISS T-" dial has silver printing, complementing the material of the case and bracelet. The dark surface shows some small blemishes, barely visible with the naked eye, and not taking away any of the charm. The correct small minute hand is mounted and the original thin register hands are too. The white lacquer on these, including the arrow of the second counter, is still perfect.
The case is well-preserved and the riveted Oyster bracelet is ready to be worn for decades to come. Opportunities to own a "Black night" don't come around very often so make sure not to sleep on this chance.

Rolex Chronograph 6238 'Pre-Daytona'

A very shiny Rolex Day-Date from 1991! This watch carries reference 18388, which means it has a factory-set diamond bezel and lugs. If that's not enough, the President bracelet is factory-set with diamonds on the centre links. To top it off, the black dial has a diamond index.

A very shiny Rolex Day-Date from 1991! This watch carries reference 18388, which means it has a factory-set diamond bezel and lugs. If that's not enough, the President bracelet is factory-set with diamonds on the centre links. To top it off, the black dial has a diamond index.

Rolex Day-Date 18388

This Piaget, reference 9771 D2, is a quintessential piece from the maison’s golden years, a period spanning the 1960s to the 1980s when the mainson mastered the rare art of blending haute horology with haute joaillerie. This particular example embodies the signature “Piaget look”: an ultra-thin profile, an abnormal cushion-shaped case in 18k white gold, and an intricate fusion of precious materials. The dial is made out of Falcon Eye and the case measures 30mm in diameter. This piece of jewellery on the wrist runs on the manual wind caliber 9P2 sits on a stunning mesh bracelet. This one dating back to 1980's is an amazing piece for any connaisseur.

Piaget 9771D2 'Falcon Eye'

We're not going to bore you with the cliché; “Think of the watch that a president would wear…” story. We want you to think about Tony Soprano's watch. A watch that conveys status. A watch that commands respects. A watch that oozes luxury. The Rolex Day-Date is a true pioneer: the first automatic, waterproof, chronometer wristwatch that indicated both the date and day of the week. The 182xx series, introduced in 1988, is the fifth generation of Day-Dates. This ref. 18238 dates back to 1996 and features the updated caliber 3155 automatic movement with the convenient double-quickset function to separately adjust the day and date discs. The 36 mm case is executed in 18k yellow-gold and is in excellent condition. The iconic President bracelet with hidden folding clasp is in great condition as well. The star of the show, of course, is the dial. The Myriad dial adds a subtle and refined outer ring of factory set diamonds complimented with roman numerals.

Rolex Day-Date 18238 'Myriad'

With the introduction of the RM 005, automatic timepiece, in 2004 and this model being one of the first global successes of the brand, on a global scale. By 2006, market tastes were already turning to larger case sizes, which led to the creation of the RM 010, such as this beautiful example we present to you here. This watch measures 48 mm x 39.30 mm x 13.84 mm. Mechanically, the gear train remained identical but with a higher level of skeletonisation for the baseplate and bridges. The RM010 is water-resistant to 50 metres. As Richard Mille himself once stated, "The RM 010 is the incarnation of what a non-tourbillon wristwatch should be according to Richard Mille’s vision."

With the introduction of the RM 005, automatic timepiece, in 2004 and this model being one of the first global successes of the brand, on a global scale. By 2006, market tastes were already turning to larger case sizes, which led to the creation of the RM 010, such as this beautiful example we present to you here. This watch measures 48 mm x 39.30 mm x 13.84 mm. Mechanically, the gear train remained identical but with a higher level of skeletonisation for the baseplate and bridges. The RM010 is water-resistant to 50 metres. As Richard Mille himself once stated, "The RM 010 is the incarnation of what a non-tourbillon wristwatch should be according to Richard Mille’s vision."

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