Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
New York, Dec 08, 2010
LOT 105
Rolex - Ref. 6105 - Yellow Gold - Datejust Rolex, "Oyster Perpetual, Datejust, Officially Certified Chronometer," case 837149, Ref. 6105. Made circa 1952. Fine and rare, tonneau-shaped, water-resistant, center seconds, self-winding 18K yellow gold wristwatch with a stainless steel Rolex buckle.
USD 4,000 - 6,000
CHF 4,000 - 6,000 / EUR 3,000 - 4,500
Sold: USD 4,375
c. Two-body, polished and brushed, screwed-down case back, Super Oyster crown, fluted bezel. D. Champagne with applied yellow gold faceted dart indexes, outer 1/5th seconds track, gold framed aperture for the date. Luminous yellow gold alpha hands. M. Cal. A.296, rhodium-plated, 18 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating Breguet balance spring, index regulator. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 35 mm. Thickness 13 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-19 |
Good Dent(s) |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-10-01 |
Good Patinated HANDS Original |