Item No. 9923
$ 17,895.00 $ 118,000.00
Connoisseur of Time if proud to offer today this stunning Rolex Lady President with "N" serial number. It is a true Rolex "Crown Collection" watch, the name of company's most exclusive Rolex factory diamond bejeweled line, which has then previously had a very high quality aftermarket diamond bezel added.
Set with an amazing over 250 diamonds, this impressive President is sure to be envied.
It is fitted with its original Rolex Presidential bracelet. We have diligently worked to determine if the diamonds on the bracelet were factory set by Rolex or aftermarket set by a jeweler, including having them examined by multiple watchmakers and jewelers including a former Rolex authorized watchmaker who was given training at the Rolex Service Center, and simply cannot make a determination with confidence. So we have priced it like they are aftermarket.
If they are factory, then a Rolex factory diamond bezel could be purchased for about $2,500, and you would have an all-factory diamond Rolex Super President worth approximately $35,000, and our loss would be your gain.
For many watch connoisseurs, the watch needs no introduction... Nicknamed "The President" after Rolex gave an example of the gent's model to Dwight Eisenhower, it remains the company's flagship model and is the most recognizable elite, luxury watch in the world.
Examples can be found adorning prominent wrists around Hollywood (Jennifer Garner wears an 18K yellow gold ladies President and Angelina Jolie, Gwenneth Paltrow, and Halle Berry all wear ladies Rolexes, to name just a few) and in boardrooms and offices around the world. To own a President is to claim a true distinction.
The 69238 President, which this is one, is numbered by Rolex as such signifying its Rolex factory set diamonds in the lugs. The 69238 also was available with the options of a Rolex diamond bezel, diamond dial, and/or diamond bracelet. These often came with factory diamond dials, and we believe that that is the case with this one. As mentioned, we are uncertain if the diamonds on the original Rolex bracelet are Rolex factory set or aftermarket set.
It has a sapphire crystal, quick-setting date, and light champagne color dial.
This Rolex ref. 69238 Crown Collection Lady President bears a different reference than their usual non-diamond sister model, the 69178. The diamonds radiate fire and are pure white as one would expect from virtually flawless Rolex set diamonds. Our photos couldn't do it justice.
We were fortunate to acquire it. Its case presents as mint with only light signs of previous polishing. Its untouched original dial is also mint. And its original Rolex Presidential bracelet which shows only light stretch - its finish presents as mint, and no diamonds are missing.
It presents gorgeously on the wrist.
One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components with genuine Rolex parts, installing a new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, extensive timing testing and regulation, and waterproofing and pressure testing to insure it remains waterproof to original factory levels despite the aftermarket bezel (a $1295 value).
It continues to run strong and true, keeping time nearly on par with a new President.
Accompanying the watch are a Rolex President Creation Geneve box and Rolex booklets and tag.
Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. warranty on the movement and its function, our own Connoisseur of Time full Certificate of Authenticity, a pressure testing certification, and a new timing certificate attesting to its performance.
MSRP for a similar President if all diamonds were factory done by Rolex: Well over $100,000 + tax.
Insurance appraisal value: $44,000 USD
Please inquire if you would like to see a video of the watch worn on the wrist.
Payment by bank wire only.
Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. As mentioned, one used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Country of origin: Switzerland
Maker: Rolex
Model: Ref. 69238, Lady "Crown Collection" President
Serial no.: N153,626
Year made: c. 1991
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Quick-Setting Date, Automatic, Sweep Seconds
Designed for: Ladies
Case material: 18K gold and diamonds
Case condition: Presents as with only light signs of previous polishing. It presents gorgeously on the wrist.
Dimensions: 26mm diameter
Dial: Light champagne, signed Rolex, we believe Rolex factory-set brilliant diamond indexes, luminous hour dots, outer minute/seconds divisions, apertures for the date, original, mint condition
Hands: Original, gold, luminous "batons"
Movement type: High grade, Cal. 2135, rhodium-plated, oeil-de-perdrix decoration, 29 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to 5 positions and temperature, shock absorber, self-compensating flat balance spring, hack mechanism
Jewels: 29 rubies
Bracelet: Original, Rolex Presidential bracelet, 18K gold, set with approximately 200 sparkling diamonds that may be Rolex factory set or may be aftermarket set - it cannot be determined at this time - hidden clasp, polished and brushed, sized to fit a wrist up to approx. 6.4 inches, adjustable, only light stretch with and the finish presents as mint and no diamonds are missing
Crystal: Sapphire, excellent condition
Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components with genuine Rolex parts, installing a new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, extensive timing testing and regulation, and waterproofing and pressure testing to insure it remains waterproof to original factory levels despite the aftermarket bezel (a $1295 value).
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It continues to run strong and true, keeping time nearly on par with a new President.
Warranty: 1-year warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. As mentioned, one used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Box/Papers: BOX - Rolex President Creation Geneve box; PAPERS - Rolex booklets and tag; Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; Connoisseur of Time pressure testing certification; New timing certificate
Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.
All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.
The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.
Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.