Important Collectors Wristwatches, P...
Geneva, Nov 16, 2008
LOT 676
Bubble Back Rolex, ?Oyster Perpetual, Chronomètre?, case No. 17365, Ref. 3131. Made in 1954. Fine and rare, tonneau-shaped, self-winding, water-resistant, center seconds, 14K yellow gold wristwatch with an 18K yellowgold Rolex buckle.
CHF 4,800 - 6,000
USD 4,500 - 5,500 / EUR 3,000 - 3,800
C. Three-body, solid, polished and brushed, half-hooded lugs, domed polished bezel, screwed-down case back and crown. D. Brushed silver with applied luminous Arabic numerals, outer minute/seconds track with five Arabic numerals. Luminous yellow gold dauphine hands. M. 12???, rhodium-plated, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating flat balance spring, shock absorber. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 31.5 mm. Thickness 12.5 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3-6* |
Good Slightly oxidized Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-17-01 |
Good Slightly spotted HANDS Original |