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Rolex Daytona Cosmograph Daytona Sodalite 16519

Pre-owned () | Year of production 1999 | Original box | Original papers
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Basic Info
Listing code JZ3R77
Brand Rolex
Model Daytona
Movement Automatic
Case material White gold
Bracelet material Rubber
Year of production 1999
Condition
Scope of delivery
Original box, original papers
Gender Men's watch/Unisex
Location Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
Price $50,000
Availability Item is in stock

Caliber
Movement Automatic

Case
Case material White gold
Dial Blue

Bracelet/strap
Bracelet material Rubber

Description
Known as one of the world's most desirable watches and perhaps the most widely-recognized chronograph model in the world of horology, the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona's design has remained ever-present in the world of motorsport and the watchmaking industry ever since its debut in 1963. Progress of evolution rather than revolution, the current-day Daytona still possesses similarities to the first model of the ’60s despite being in its 6th generation.

The Daytona, like most of Rolex’s lineup, has largely existed as a no-fuss tool watch with usability and legibility paramount. That being said, despite its reputation, Rolex do from time to time create highly unusual and crazy-looking watches that are so antithetical to the brand’s DNA that they somehow become cult icons. Models downright insane such as the Rainbow Daytona and Leopard Daytona were panned in the beginning as being ostentatious strangely grew on collectors overtime, now commanding huge premiums as they realized it is often the downright weird models that eventually become the most desirable. With that being said, this particular early Ref. 16519 Cosmograph Daytona fitted with an exotic sodalite stone dial you see here today is exactly just that.

For further context, sodalite is a visually striking blue mineral frequently utilized in jewelry-making for its ornamental appeal. Initially discovered in Greenland during the early 1800s, its popularity soared after a significant deposit was unearthed in Ontario, Canada in 1891. The name "sodalite" reflects its notably high sodium content, contributing to its remarkable hardness yet inherent brittleness. Often mistaken by many for lapis lazuli, sodalite distinguishes itself with distinctive white streaks rather than the pyrite inclusions that give lapis lazuli its sparkly golden speckle.

It is important to mention that integrating such a fragile material into the dial poses a substantial technical challenge. The procedure entails meticulously cutting a homogeneous sodalite disc and then precisely machining it into an exceedingly thin slice before affixing it to the base of the dial, followed by the addition of other dial components, including the three recessed sub-dials as we see on the Ref. 16519. Although it might seem straightforward in theory, the reality is quite the opposite.

The result, as evidenced by this example we have here, is truly mesmerizing to behold and admire. Throughout my time with it, I was constantly drawn to the beauty of the sodalite stone dial, often finding myself completely engrossed and oblivious to the passing of time. The spectrum of shades of blue exhibited on the dial, ranging from a soft, powdery blue to a deep, rich hue, is truly remarkable. It is also worth highlighting that the sodalite Daytona comes in a handful of dial variations. Our example here is adorned with 8 individual diamond hour markers, complemented by applied Arabic numerals on the 3, 6 and 9 positions.

Powering the Ref. 16519 from within is a modified Cal. 4030 that is based on the Zenith El Primero Cal. 400. For those who are unaware, it is worth noting that the Ref. 16519 only saw a brief production run of 3 years starting in 1997, and was eventually succeeded by the Ref. 116519 in 2000, which housed a new in-house, self-winding Rolex Cal. 4130 movement.

Frankly speaking, it is not often that we come across rare Rolex Daytonas like these as they did not sell many back in the day. For those looking for a Daytona like no other, this is it.

CONDITION REPORT

This Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Ref. 16519 ‘Sodalite’ is in good condition. The 18-carat white gold remains thick with even lugs. The serial numbers between the lugs are legible and it still has its original caseback sticker attached.

Moving on to the dial, although they may not be apparent in photographs or to the unaided eye, there are some very slight hairline cracks throughout, most notably between the 6 and 9 o’clock subdial. It should also be noted that this is fairly typical for stone dials of this age. The watch also comes only on a used black rubber strap and an additional alligator leather strap in ultramarine.

It comes with its box, papers and is in full working order.

SPECS

Brand: Rolex
Year: 1999
Model: Cosmograph Daytona ‘Sodalite’
Reference: 16519
Serial Number: A112XXX
Material: 18-carat White Gold Case, Sodalite Stone Dial, Diamond Hour Markers
Movement: Rolex Cal. 4030 (Based on the Zenith El Primero Cal. 400), Self-Winding
Case Diameter: 40mm
Lug Width: 20mm
Strap: Black Caoutchouc Rubber Strap with Signed 18-carat White Gold Deployant Clasp, with additional Swiss ABRT Ultramarine Alligator Leather Strap

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S.Song Ltd.
Professional dealer | On Chrono24 since 2017
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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