The Art of Horology in Geneva
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Nov 13, 1999
LOT 277
Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Officially Certified Chronometer, Ref. 6106, circa 1952.Fine, centre-seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, tonneau shaped, stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch with stainless steel Oyster bracelet.
CHF 2,500 - 3,000
Sold: CHF 2,990
C. two body, polished and brushed, dedicated screwed case back. D. matt silver with applied steel indexes. "Dauphine" steel hands. M. 10 1/2''', rhodium plated, 19 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating Breguet balance spring.Dial, case and movement signed.Diam. 34 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: * 4 - 5 |
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Dial: 3 - 5 - 01 |
Notes
Engraved on the back: IN MEMORIAM DR PAUL ALTWEGG - FRAUENFELD - 1884-1952.This watch was probably dedicated to one of the numerous who mountain climbers attempted to reach the "roof of the world".Nevertheless, History tells us that on 29 May 1953, Colonel Hunt (who later became Sir John Hunt) and the Tibetan Tensing reached the top of this mountain which is 8808 metres high.Ref. 6106Produced in the 1950's in stainless steel.