Thematic Auction in Geneva:The Evolut...

Hotel Noga Hilton, Geneva, Nov 16, 2002

LOT 490

Rolex, Oyster Perpetual "Tru-Beat", Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, Ref. 6556. Produced in the 1960's.Fine and rare tonneau-shaped, center-seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, jumping seconds, stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch with a stainless steel Oyster bracelet.

CHF 15,000 - 20,000

EUR 10,000 - 13,000

Sold: CHF 14,950

C. three-body, polished and brushed, screwed-down case back and crown. D. black with applied steel indexes and radium-coated dots. "Dauphine" tritium-coated steel hands. M. Cal. 1040, rhodium-plated, 26 jewels, straight line 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 170 mm.


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Grading System
Case: 3

Good

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3 - 01