Timeless Beauty: Spectacular Wristwat...
Hotel Noga Hilton, Oct 24, 2004
LOT 34
Rolex Oyster Perpetual "Explorer", Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, Ref. 1016, retailed by Cartier. Production of this reference started in the 1960s. Fine and very rare tonneau-shaped, center-seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch with a stainless steel Jubilé bracelet. Accompanied by the original fitted box.
CHF 6,500 - 8,500
EUR 4,200 - 5,500 / USD 5,000 - 6,500
Sold: CHF 12,650
C. Three-body, polished and brushed, screwed-down case back and crown. D. Black with tritium-coated Arabic numerals and bâton and triangular indexes, above the 6, the "Cartier" signature. Tritium-coated "Skeleton" hands. M. Cal. 1570, rhodium plated, 26 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to temperatures and 5 positions, shock-absorber, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring.Dial, case and movement signed, lugs stamped with Cartier number.Diam. 35 mm. Height 12 mm.Approx. overall length 195 mm.
| Grading System | |
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Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3 - 6 |
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Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3 - 01 |