Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, Mar 17, 2013
LOT 388
ROLEX REF. 1490 SILVER ?PRINCE? OBSERVATORY Rolex, ?Prince Observatory? case No. 35367, Ref. 1490. Made circa 1930. Very fine and very rare, rectangular flared and curved, silver wristwatch with a stainless steel Rolex buckle. Accompanied by the original fitted box.
CHF 6,500 - 8,500
USD 7,000 - 9,000 / EUR 5,300 - 6,900
C. Two-body, solid, polished and brushed, stepped steel sides and flared lugs, recessed winding crown, Patent protective dust cap, domed crystal. D. Silver with applied breguet numerals, concentric minute track, large subsidiary seconds dial. Blued steel alpha hands. M. Tonneau-shaped, Prima quality, rhodium-plated, 17 jewels, lateral lever escapement, bimetallic balance, blued steel Breguet balance spring, index regulator. Dial, case and movement signed. DIAM. 26 x 42 mm. THICKNESS 10 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-10-01 |
Good Patinated HANDS Original |