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New York, Oct 17, 2008

LOT 314

Rolex Prince - Observatory - Chronometer, case No. 51748. Made in the 1930s. Very fine and rare, rectangular curved and flared stainless steel and gold wristwatch.

USD 4,000 - 6,000

EUR 2,800 - 4,200 / CHF 4,500 - 6,700

Sold: USD 4,680

C. Two-body, polished, gold flared sides and lugs. D. Black with painted Arabic numerals, outer minute track, subsidiary seconds dial. Gold feuille hands. M. 7 1/2"', tonneau-shaped, rhodiumplated, 18 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, Superbalance balance adjusted to 6 positions, blued steel Breguet balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Dim. 24 x 43 mm. Thickness 9 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 3

Good

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-18-01

Good

Spotted

HANDS Original