Important Collector's Wristwatches, P...
Geneva, Dec 02, 2003
LOT 204
Rolex ?Prince Brancard?, Ref. 1490, retailed by Türler in Zürich. Manufactured in the 1930's.Very fine, rectangular curved, flared, sterling silver gentleman's wristwatch.
USD 5,000 - 7,000
EUR 4,300 - 6,000
Sold: USD 8,280
C. Two-body, shaped, solid, polished, stepped sides, rounded lugs, domed crystal, dust protecting cap.D. two-tone silver with painted Arabic numerals and indexes, auxiliary seconds dial. Blued steel "Spade" hands. M. Cal. 7 1/2''', ExtraPrima Observatory quality, rhodium-plated, 15 jewels, lateral lever escapement, cut bimetallic compensationbalance, Breguet balance-spring. Dial, case, and movement signed.Dim. 23 x 41 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3 - 01 |
Notes
Ref. 14900Produced in solid silver, stainless steel, stainless steel and gold, 9K, 14K, 18K gold, 9K,14K, and 18K two-color gold, and platinum.Similar watches are published in ?Collecting Rolex Wristwatches? by OsvaldoPatrizzi, Guido Mondani Editore Genova, 2001,pp. 34-35-89.