Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
New York, Jun 08, 2011
LOT 322
ROLEX ? CUSHION OYSTER Rolex, Oyster, Ultra Prima, case No. 40856. Made in the 1920's. Fine and rare, cushion-shaped, base metal nickel-plated wristwatch. To be sold without reserve
USD 1,000 - 2,000
CHF 900 - 1,700 / EUR 700 - 1,300
Sold: USD 2,250
C. Three-body, polished, fluted bezel, wire lugs. D. Guilloche ivory color with luminous Arabic numerals, outer minute track, subsidiary seconds dial. Blued steel skeleton hands. M. Cal. 10''', rhodium-plated, 15 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, cut bimetallic compensation balance timed in 6 positions, blued steel flat balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Dim. 32 x 32 mm. Thickness 10 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |