Important Collector's Wristwatches, P...
New York, Sep 24, 2003
LOT 54
Rolex, "Prince Brancard", Ref. 971U. Produced in the 1930's.Fine and rare, flared and curved rectangular, sterling silver gentleman's wristwatch with a stainless steel Rolex buckle.
USD 5,000 - 6,000
EUR 4,500 - 5,400
C. two-body, solid, polished, stepped sides. D. two-tone silver with painted Arabic numerals, auxiliary seconds dial. "Epée" blued steel hands. M. Cal. 7 1/2''', "Prima" grade, rhodium-plated, 17 jewels, lateral lever escapement, monometallic balance, Breguet balance-spring.Dial, case and movement signed.Dim. 25 X 42 mm..
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-28-01 |
Good Replacements HANDS Original |
Notes
Rolex, "Prince Brancard"..This model is certainly the most elegant wristwatch among the form watches: rectangular, flared and slightly curved to fit the wrist well. The first Prince Brancard models -Ref. 971, 971A, 971 U and 1490-were produced from 1929 to 1935.