Celebrate the legacy of watchmaking with this extraordinary two-tone Rolex Zenith Daytona Reference 16523, dating back to circa 1988. Featuring the coveted Floating Cosmograph Daytona dial and powered by a modified Zenith El Primero movement, this timepiece combines historical significance with stunning aesthetics. Measuring 40mm in diameter and equipped with an authentic 78360 Oyster bracelet, it reflects both elegance and performance. A perfect addition for collectors and enthusiasts looking for a rare highlight in luxury watches.
From the brand: The “Zenith Daytonas” have appreciated significantly the last few years as people respect the modified Zenith El Primero movements that Rolex used for their first automatic Daytonas starting in 1988.
The case has been lightly polished but is very attractive. It measures 40mm in diameter (46mm lug-to-lug).
This two-tone Rolex Zenith Daytona Reference 16523 dates to circa 1988. It has a R9 serial number, which denotes the earliest Zenith Daytonas and it incredibly rare.
It features a very valuable Floating Cosmograph Daytona dial. These dials are very special and many dealers would purchase these watches to add the dial and handset into early gold Zenith Daytonas.
It is paired on a 78360 two-tone Oyster bracelet with correct 403 end links. It features an R8 bracelet code dating to 1993.
The watch recently passed a water resistance test of 5 bar. We do not know the service history, but the watch is running well.
It does not come with box and papers.
For those looking for an amazing two-tone Zenith Daytona, this is a fantastic watch.
