Reference 6234 was first introduced in 1955, and is considered to be one of the rarest gems amongst the Rolex Oyster chronograph family. Both references 6034 and 6234 are highly desirable in the collector community, but are exceedingly rare when paired with a black dial such as the lot presented here.

This timepiece is certainly one of the most exclusive, attractive and well-preserved examples of reference 6234 to appear on the auction market. In fact, one can probably count the number of times a reference 6234 with black dial has been offered in public on only their two hands. Its dial features both a tachometer and telemeter scale along its outer rim. The “T-SWISS-T” found at the lower edge by 6 o’clock indicates that Tritium was used for the luminous hands and hour markers, which is correct as the serial number 1’262’289 dates the watch to 1965, when tritium was used exclusively for the luminous material used on all Swiss watches.

The case shows hardly any signs of wear, retaining its crisp edges, factory finishing, and original proportions. Examples of any reference 6234 presented in such excellent condition are few and far between. With its extraordinary black dial, the present lot is certainly a trophy for the collector of vintage Rolex sport watches.