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New York, Omni Berkshire Place Hotel, Jun 20, 1998

LOT 200

Rolex, Ref. 68818, 1940's. "Montre de sac", sterling silver and black lacquer purse watch, which, when opened, becomes a little bedside clock.

USD 1,000 - 1,200

Sold: USD 2,645

C. massive, polished, decorated with black lacquer and silver stripes. D. black with painted white indexes. "Baton " white hands. M. 10 "' rhodium plated, 15 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating flat balance-spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Dim. 33 x 36 mm.


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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