Important Watches, Collector's Wrist...
Hong Kong, Jun 08, 2001
LOT 429
Rolex Chronometer, Ref. 2280. Produced circa 1938.Fine, flat, tonneau shaped, water-resistant, 9K yellow gold gentleman's wristwatch with a gold-plated Rolex buckle.
HKD 16,000 - 20,000
USD 2,000 - 2,500
Sold: HKD 21,850
C. three-body, solid, polished, screwed-down case back and crown, triangular lugs. D. white enamel with painted radial Roman numerals, auxiliary seconds dial. Blued steel "bâton" hands. M. Cal. 9 3/4 ''', Ultra Prima, rhodium-plated, 18 jewels, straight line lever escapement, Superbalance balance, 6 adjusments, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring.Dial, case and movement signed.Diam. 28 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 4 |
Fair |
Movement: 4* |
Fair Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 4 - 01 |
Notes
Similar watches are published in "Rolex, Collecting Wristwatches", by Osvaldo Patrizzi, Guido Mondani Editore, Genova, 1998, p. 88.