Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
Hong Kong, Jun 25, 2011
LOT 418
Rolex, Ref. 3009, 9kt Observatory Rolex, Oyster Royal, Observatory , case No. 37840, Ref. 3009. Made in the early 1940's. Fine, tonneau-shaped, water-resistant, 9K yellow gold wristwatch with a 9k Rolex riveted expandable bracelet (dated 4.67).
HKD 23,000 - 28,000
USD 3,000 - 3,500 / EUR 2,000 - 2,500
Sold: HKD 35,000
C. Three-body, solid, polished and brushed, screwed-down case back and crown. D. Champagne with painted luminous Arabic numerals and indexes, outer minute scale. Luminous blued steel baton hands. M. Cal. 10 1/2''', rhodium-plated, 17 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, Superbalance balance with 7 adjustments, selfcompensating Breguet balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 31 mm. Thickness 10 mm. Approx. overall length 156 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-8-10-01 |
Good Slightly scratched Patinated HANDS Original |