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Daytona ''Zenith''
Daytona ''Zenith''
Daytona ''Zenith''
Daytona ''Zenith''
Daytona ''Zenith''
Daytona ''Zenith''
Daytona ''Zenith''
Daytona ''Zenith''

Daytona ''Zenith''

REF 16518
#2026-39
Regular price €21.500,00

A highly collectible Zenith-era Daytona, the ref. 16518 combines an 18k yellow gold case with a leather strap and Rolex’s legendary caliber 4030 automatic chronograph movement.

 

  • Kit: Box Only
  • Year: 1998
  • Condition Used (Very good) The item shows minor signs of wear, such as small, intangible scratches.
  • Case Material: Yellow Gold | Bracelet Material: Rubber
  • Diameter: 40 mm
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GENERAL

Ref. Number 16518
Brand Rolex
Model Daytona
Year 1998
Genere Unisex
Functions Chronograph
Additional Features
Condition Used (Very good) The item shows minor signs of wear, such as small, intangible scratches.

CALIBER

Movement Automatic
Movement/Caliber 4030
Power reserve 48h

CASE

Diameter 40 mm
Case Material Yellow Gold
Case Back Yellow Gold
Water Resistance -
Bezel Material Yellow Gold
Crystal Glass Sapphire
Dial Color White
Dial Numerals -

STRAP & CLOSURE

Bracelet Material Rubber
Bracelet Color Black
Closure Type Folding Clasp
Closure Material Yellow Gold

KIT

Original Box Yes
Original Papers No

Description

The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona ref. 16518 is one of the most desirable references from the celebrated Zenith-era Daytona generation. Introduced in 1988, the model was among the first automatic Daytonas ever produced by Rolex and features the caliber 4030, a heavily modified version of the Zenith El Primero movement. Crafted in 18k yellow gold and paired with a leather strap, the 16518 offers a more refined and elegant interpretation of the Daytona compared to bracelet-equipped references. The 40 mm Oyster case is complemented by a fixed engraved tachymeter bezel and was offered with a variety of dial configurations, including champagne, white, black, mother-of-pearl, diamond-set, and rare exotic variants. Combining the historical importance of the Zenith movement era with precious metal construction, the 16518 occupies a significant place within modern Daytona collecting and remains one of the most appreciated strap-mounted Daytona references ever produced.

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