Exceptional horologic works of art
Hotel Noga Hilton, Geneva, Oct 11, 2003
LOT 279
Rolex, "Etoile", Ref. 8289, circa 1950. Very fine and rare, rectangular, silver etui set with a watch.
CHF 3,500 - 5,500
EUR 2,300 - 3,600
Sold: CHF 4,140
C. Seven-body, engine-turned, spring-loaded body with mirror opening when the lipstick is removed, Cameo button, watch set at the end. D. Silver, applied white gold dagger and dot hours. White gold ?feuille"hands.M. Cal. 5''', "Precision" grade, rhodium-plated,17 jewels, lateral lever escapement, monometallic ?super-balance?, special Rolex Breguet balance-spring.Dial, case and movement signed.Dim. 19 x 19 x 57 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3 - 01 |