Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, Nov 11, 2012
LOT 150
ROLEX REF. 3172 BUBBLE BACK STEEL, TWO-TONE DIAL Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Chronometer, case No. 265754, Ref. 3172. Made in 1944. Fine and rare, tonneau-shaped, center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel wristwatch with a stainless steel bamboo-style bracelet and Rolex buckle. To be sold without reserve
CHF 4,000 - 6,000
USD 4,300 - 6,500 / EUR 3,300 - 5,000
Sold: CHF 5,375
C. Three-body, solid, polished and brushed, curved lugs, milled bezel, screw down case back and crown. D. Matte silver with painted Arabic and baton indexes, outer minute/seconds divisions. Blued steel feuille hands. M. Cal. 9 ¾, rhodium-plated, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, Breguet balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 32 mm. Thickness. 14 mm. Approx. overall length 162 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2 |
Very good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-8-01 |
Very good Slightly scratched HANDS Original |