Important Collectors’ Wristwatches, P...

Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 20, 1991

LOT 167

Rolex, Oyster Perpetual Chronometer, Ref. 3131, produced in 500 examples from 1939 to 1946. Fine, tonneau shaped, 14ct gold gentleman's wristwatch, with 18 ct gold Oyster bracelet.

C. massive, polished, satined, screwed back, waterproof. D. mat silver, with radiumed Arabic numerals. "Skeleton" radiumed hands. M. 9 3/4? rhodiumed, 18 jewels, lever escapement, Superbalance balance adjusted to 6 positions, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring. Dial, case and movement signed. In very good condition. Diam. 32 mm.