Prestigious Wristwatches
Hotel Richemond, Geneva, Mar 31, 2001
LOT 526
Rolex "Prince Brancard" , Ref. 971 U. Produced in the 1930's.Very fine, rectangular curved, flared, 9K white and yellow gold gentleman's wristwatch.
CHF 15,000 - 18,000
USD 9,000 - 11,000
Sold: CHF 19,550
C. two-body, bicolor, solid, polished, white gold stepped sides, yellow gold bezel and back, anti-magnetic protecting cap. D. two-tone silver with painted Arabic numerals, auxiliary seconds dial. "Spade" blued steel hands. M. 7 1/2 ''' Extra Prima Observatory quality, rhodium-plated, 15 jewels, lateral lever escapement, monometallic balance, 6 adjustments, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring.Dial, case and movement signed.Dim. 25 x 43 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 4 - 5 |
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Dial: 4 - 5 - 01 |
Notes
The model "Prince Brancard"is certainly the most elegant wristwatch among form watches: rectangular, flared and slightly curved to perfectly fit on the wrist. The first models Prince Brancard - Ref. 1490, 971, 971A, 971 U - were produced from 1929 to 1935; the platinum model is undoubtedly the most sought-after Prince model among collectors and it is very interesting to note that, in 1929, the retail price of this watch was 65 Pounds.