Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
New York, Dec 13, 2012
LOT 38
ROLEX REF. 8255 DRESS WATCH YELLOW GOLD Rolex, Genève, Ref. 8255. Made in 1929. Fine, 18K yellow gold, keyless dress watch.
USD 2,500 - 4,000
EUR 2,000 - 3,000
Sold: USD 3,125
C. Three-body, textured and polished, wide engine-turned bezel, engine-turned snap-on case back centered by a monogram: F.S.B, inside back engraved with dedication. D. Guilloche silver with printed Arabic numerals on a plain reserve, outer minute track. Blued steel open square hands. M. Cal. 10 ½ ???, rhodium-plated, extra prima quality, 15 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to 6 positions, blued steel Breguet balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 45 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 |