...I am reluctant to draw any conclusions. Certainly a good seller though.
The Christie's ad is more tangible--you can zoom in here:
http://www.christies.com/lotfinder/ZoomImage.aspx?image=/LotFinderImages/D50651/D5065183
As stated before, the idea of Rolex using an old dial cliche to print up a first batch for a new caliber is certainly established.
So I think it's possible for the very earliest 1016 but I would like to see more of this rare configuration.
Best,
T.
