Important Collectors' Wristwatches, P...
New York, Mar 10, 2010
LOT 321
Rolex 6150 pre-explorer from the estate of Michael Crichton Rolex, ?Oyster Perpetual Precision?, case No. 931080, Ref. 6150. Made in 1953. Fine and rare, center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel wristwatch with a stainless steel Rolex Oyster expansion bracelet. Accompanied by a document of authentication.
USD 8,000 - 12,000
EUR 6,000 - 8,800 / CHF 8,600 - 13,000
Sold: USD 10,200
C. Three-body, polished and brushed, screw-down case back and crown, inclined bezel, concave lugs. D. Black with luminous Arabic numerals and baton indexes, outer minutes/seconds divisions. Luminous skeleton hands. M. Cal. A 260, rhodium-plated, 18 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, Super-balance, shock absorber, self-compensating Breguet balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 36 mm. Thickness 15 mm. Approx. overall length 180 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-9 |
Good Scratched |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-7-01 |
Good Oxidized HANDS Original |
Notes
Michael Crichton, 1942-2008 was an American author, director and screenwriter with a doctorate in medicine. Best known for his book Jurassic Park, Michael Crichton was at one time the only writer in America to have a film, television series and book all in the best-selling charts at the same time. Although the fact is not widely known, Michael Crichton was a passionate collector of watches, with a preference for vintage Rolex Sports models.