{"product_id":"rolex-daytona-16520-black-dial-aug-1999","title":"Rolex Daytona 16520 Black Dial Aug 1999","description":"\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRolex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference #\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e16520\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDaytona\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial #\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eA14XXXX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAutomatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSapphire Crystal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOyster Bracelet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaper Status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAugust 3, 1999\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e3 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCHRONONATION SKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRX3837-02\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRolex Daytona ref. 16520\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most celebrated and historically significant references in the entire Rolex catalog, representing the pinnacle of the pre-ceramic Daytona era. Housed in a \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel 40mm Oyster case\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 16520 was the first Daytona to house an in-house inspired automatic chronograph movement, marking a defining turning point in the collection's history. Its tachymeter-engraved bezel and purposeful case architecture reflect the model's deep motorsport heritage, cementing its status as a true collector's icon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis example presents a breathtaking \u003cstrong\u003eblack dial\u003c\/strong\u003e, known among collectors as the \"Patrizzi\" or \"black\" configuration, featuring \u003cstrong\u003ethree contrasting white subsidiary registers\u003c\/strong\u003e at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock for elapsed seconds, minutes, and hours. The clean, high-contrast layout delivers exceptional legibility while radiating a timeless sporting elegance. Luminous baton hour markers and matching chronograph pushers frame the overall composition with a refined sense of precision and purposeful design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePowering the 16520 is the \u003cstrong\u003eRolex caliber 4030\u003c\/strong\u003e, a self-winding \u003cstrong\u003eautomatic chronograph movement\u003c\/strong\u003e based on the renowned Zenith El Primero architecture, carefully modified by Rolex to meet their exacting performance standards. This movement was a landmark achievement for the brand, delivering exceptional reliability, a high-frequency beat, and the responsive column-wheel chronograph mechanism that enthusiasts prize to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePresented on the iconic \u003cstrong\u003eOyster bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e with its robust three-link construction and signature deployant clasp, this Daytona wears with the sporty authority the reference demands. Offered in \u003cstrong\u003eexcellent condition\u003c\/strong\u003e and accompanied by original \u003cstrong\u003e1999 papers\u003c\/strong\u003e, this ref. 16520 represents a rare opportunity to acquire a transitional-era Daytona at the height of its collectibility — a timepiece that has only grown in desirability as the pre-ceramic generation commands ever-increasing attention from the world's most discerning collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery CHRONONATION purchase comes with the benefits of our \u003cstrong\u003eElevated Service Program\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to give you confidence, protection and a seamless luxury experience:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext-day insured delivery anywhere in the United States, ensuring your timepiece arrives quickly and safely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn extended 3-year CHRONONATION warranty offering extended protection and long-term peace of mind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplimentary, professionally prepared appraisal suitable for insurance documentation, created by our certified specialists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're interested, feel free to request a video via text at \u003ca href=\"sms:6464909300\"\u003e646-490-9300\u003c\/a\u003e or to view it in person, please visit us at our showroom in Midtown NYC, located at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/HxU1nShf1AsaB4Sd8\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20 West 47th Street, Suite #701B\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CHRONONATION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53920783040811,"sku":"RX3837-02","price":31950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/5152\/0820\/files\/Rolex_Daytona_16520_Black_Dial_Aug_1999-2.jpg?v=1782393923","url":"https:\/\/www.chrononation.com\/products\/rolex-daytona-16520-black-dial-aug-1999","provider":"CHRONONATION","version":"1.0","type":"link"}