Important Collectors' Wristwatches, P...
New York, Mar 10, 2010
LOT 405
ROLEX PRINCE BRANCARD REF. 971 Rolex, No. 71091. Ref. 971. Made circa 1939. Unusual, rectangular curved, flared, gold and rhodium-plated brass wristwatch. To be sold without reserve
USD 2,500 - 3,500
EUR 1,800 - 2,600 / CHF 2,700 - 3,800
Sold: USD 2,640
C. Two-body, gold-plated reverse and upper center with decorated edges, monogrammed reverse, rhodium-plated flared sides with rounded lugs, straight edge crystal. D. Two-tone silvered with applied gild luminous Arabic numerals, outer minute track, large subsidiary seconds dial, applied gilt rectangular border. Gilt feuille hands. M. 7 1/2???, ?Extra Prima, Observatory Quality,? rhodiumplated, 15 jewels, lateral lever escapement, timed in 6 positions, bi-metallic compensation balance, Elinvar Breguet balance spring, index regulator. Dial, case and movement signed. Dim. 26 x 43 mm. Thickness 9 mm. From The Arman Collection
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 4-12-48 |
Fair Worn Later crown |
Movement: 4-6** |
Fair Slightly oxidized Repair required, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 4-7-8-04 |
Fair Oxidized Slightly scratched HANDS Later |