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New York, Mar 15, 2006

LOT 231

?Tropical? Rolex, ?Oyster Perpetual, Chronometer", Ref. 3131. Made in the 1940s. Very fine, tonneau-shaped, centerseconds, self-winding, water-resistant, 18K pink gold gentleman's wristwatch.

USD 4,500 - 5,500

EUR 3,800 - 4,600

Sold: USD 9,204

C. Three-body, solid, polished and brushed, screwed-down case back and crown. D. Copper-colored with painted black indexes, outer minute/seconds graduation. Pink gold "alpha" hands. M. Cal. 630, rhodium-plated, 19 jewels, straight line lever escapement, Superbalance adjusted to temperatures and 5 positions, Breguet balance-spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 32 mm. Thickness: 13 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: A

Good

Case: 3

Good

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-6-33-01

Good

Slightly oxidized

Restored

HANDS Original