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Geneva, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Du Rhône, Nov 12, 2006
LOT 316
Ref. 971 ?Prince Brancard - Tiger Stripe? Rolex, "Prince Chronometer", Ref. 971, Case No. 65377. Made circa 1930. Very fine and rare, rectangular curved, flared, 18K two-color gold gentleman's wristwatch.
CHF 12,000 - 15,000
EUR 7,500 - 9,000 / USD 10,000 - 12,000
Sold: CHF 29,500
C. Two-body, flared, solid, polished, yellow and white gold,
stepped sides, rounded lugs, straight edge crystal D. Two-tone
silver with Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds dial. Blued steel
?baton? hands. M. 7 1/2??? ?Observatory Quality?, rhodiumplated,
15 jewels, lateral lever escapement, bi-metallic balance,
timed in 6 positions and for ?all climates?, Breguet balance
spring, index regulator.
Dial, case and movement signed.
Dim. 26 x 43 mm. Thickness 8 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-6-01 |
Good Slightly oxidized HANDS Original |