Important Collectors' Wristwatches, P...
New York, Jun 11, 2009
LOT 197
Yellow Gold Ref. 6098 Rolex ?Oyster Perpetual, Officially Certified Chronometer,? Ref. 6098. Made circa 1951. Fine and rare, tonneau-shaped, water-resistant, center seconds, self-winding, 18K yellow gold wristwatch with a gold-plated Rolex buckle.
USD 3,000 - 5,000
EUR 2,300 - 3,800 / CHF 3,400 - 5,700
Sold: USD 3,600
C. Two-body, solid, polished and brushed, screwed-down case back, Super Oyster winding crown. D. Matte silver with applied yellow gold faceted baton and luminous dart indexes, outer 1/5th seconds track. Luminous yellow gold dauphine hands. M. Cal. 775, rhodium-plated, 18 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, Super-balance, self-compensating Breguet balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 36 mm. Thickness 12 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-19-01 |
Good Dent(s) HANDS Original |