Important Collectors Watches, Pocket ...
New York, Dec 11, 2008
LOT 55
Ref. 3139 Rolex "Oyster Chronometer, Observatory," Ref. 3139. Made in the early 1940?s. Fine and very rare, cushion-shaped, water-resistant stainless steel wristwatch.
USD 2,000 - 2,500
EUR 1,600 - 2,000 / CHF 2,300 - 3,000
Sold: USD 2,400
C. Two-body, polished and brushed, screwed-down dedicated case back and crown. D. Matte silver with luminous Arabic numerals, outer minute track, concentric 24-hour graduation in red Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds dial. Luminous blued steel baton hands. M. Cal. 10 1/2''' rhodium-plated, 18 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, Superbalance timed in 6 positions, blued steel Breguet balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Dim. 30 x 30 mm. Thickness 10 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-9-01 |
Good Scratched HANDS Original |