Important collector's watches, wristw...
Hotel Richemond, Geneva, Apr 13, 2002
LOT 12
Rolex Oyster Perpetual "Explorer", Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, Ref. 1016. Production of this reference started in 1960's. Fine tonneau-shaped, center-seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch with a stainless steel Oyster bracelet.
CHF 3,000 - 4,000
EUR 2,000 - 2,700 / USD 1,800 - 2,400
Sold: CHF 4,600
C. three-body, polished and brushed, screwed down case back and crown. D. black with tritium-coated Arabic numerals and indexes. "Skeleton" tritium-coated hands. M. Cal. 1570, rhodium-plated, 26 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to temperatures and 5 positions, shock-absorber, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 35 mm. Approx. overall length 200 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 4-25 |
Fair Chipped |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-5-01 |
Good Poor HANDS Original |