Important Collectors' Wristwatches, P...
New York, Mar 10, 2010
LOT 401
- ROLEX PRINCE BRANCARD REF. 971 Rolex, movement No. 7216, case No. 70064, Ref. 971. With English import hallmarked for 1928. Fine and rare, flared and curved, rectangular, sterling silver chronometer wristwatch.
USD 7,000 - 9,000
EUR 5,100 - 6,500 / CHF 7,500 - 9,500
C. Two-body, solid, polished, inclined curved bezel, stepped sides, solid lugs, Glasgow import stamp, inner upper numbered 64, bombe crystal. D. Two-tone, silvered, painted Arabic numerals, inner octagonal minute track, large subsidiary seconds dial. Gilt luminous skeleton hands. M. Cal. 7 1/2''', rhodium-plated tonneau shape, Observatory Quality, 15 jewels, lateral lever escapement, bimetallic balance adjusted to 6 positions for all climates, Breguet balance spring, index regulator. Dial, case and movement signed. Dim. 25 x 42 mm. Thickness: 10 mm. From The Arman Collection
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3-7-11-48 |
Good Oxidized Slightly worn Later crown |
Movement: 3** |
Good Repair required, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-53-7-04 |
Good Reprinted Oxidized HANDS Later |