Important Collectors Watches, Pocket ...
New York, Dec 11, 2008
LOT 171
"King Midas" Rolex, No. 1044, Ref. 3580. Made in the late 1970?s. Fine and elegant, asymmetrical, left-handed, 18K white gold wristwatch with an integrated 18K white gold Rolex link bracelet and double deployant clasp.
USD 6,500 - 8,500
EUR 5,000 - 6,500 / CHF 7,500 - 10,000
C. Two-body, shaped, solid, polished and brushed, King Midas engraved on the band, screwed-down case back, winding-crown at 9, sapphire crystal. D. Brushed silver. White gold baton hands. M. Cal. 650, rhodium-plated, 18 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to 5 positions, shock absorber for escape wheel, self-compensating flat balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Dim. 28 x 28 mm. Thickness 5 mm. Approx. overall length 180 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-8 |
Good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |