Important Watches, Wristwatches and C...
New York, Omni Berkshire Place Hotel, Jun 20, 1998
LOT 198
Rolex, "Sporting Princess Chronometre", Ref. 1564, 1930's. "Montre de sac", rectangular, "guilloche" stainless steel purse watch, which, when opened, becomes a little bedside clock.
USD 1,300 - 1,500
Sold: USD 3,220
C. polished, dust protecting cap. D. lateral, two-tone silver with geometrical designs, with painted Arabic numerals + auxiliary seconds dial. "Lozenge" blued steel hands. M. 7 1/2 "' Extra Prima Observatory quality, rhodium plated, 15 jewels, lateral lever escapement, monometallic balance, 6 adjusments, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Dim. 25 x 41 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 2-35 |
Very good To be restored |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 1-51 |
As new Partially reprinted |