HEUER, CARRERA 12 DATO, REF. 2547SImportant information about this lot
Price Realised USD 5,000
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USD 4,000 - USD 6,000
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Lot Essay
The Carrera 1 Datos were first produced in 1962. The first reference was the 2547S. The present example is the second iteration of the 2547S, distinguished by its slimmer lugs and snap-back case. Interestingly enough, this watch does not have "Carrera" written anywhere on the dial. The name comes from the Heuer catalogs at the time that referred to the watch as the Carrera 12 Dato. Additionally, this watch features the days and months in German.
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Condition report
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The case has scratches and nicks throughout. The front and back of the lugs show signs of wear. The bottom pusher has scratches on it. The case back has scratches and shows signs of being opened. The bezel has scratches and few larger ones between 2 and 3 o'clock. The dial and hands have developed patina. The luminous material in the hands and at the hour markers has darkened with age. The luminous plots at the hour markers are present, except for the two that were originally at 12 o'clock. The lume plots at 8 and 11 o'clock have partially deteriorated. The dial and hands have scratches. There are scratches around the base of the hands in the registers. There is some intermittent discoloration around the edge of the dial. The buckle is in good condition with scratches. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch.
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Lot 71Sale 16361
HEUER, CARRERA 12 DATO, REF. 2547SEstimate: USD 4,000 - 6,000
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