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Geneva, May 15, 2005

LOT 70

Rolex Oyster, Ref. 678. Glasgow import marks for 1935. Very fine, cushion-shaped, 9K yellow gold water-resistant gentleman's wristwatch.

C. Three-body, solid, polished, screwed-down case back andcrown, back engraved inside with patent numbers, inclinedbezel, wire lugs, dust cap. D. White enamel with painted Arabicnumerals, outer minute track, subsidiary seconds dial. Bluedsteel fancy hands. M. Cal. 10 1/2''', rhodium-plated, 15 jewels,straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensatingBreguet balance-spring, index regulator.Dial, case and movement signed.Dim. 32 x 32 mm. Thickness 10 mm.