Important Watches, Wristwatches and C...
New York, Omni Berkshire Place Hotel, Jun 20, 1998
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometre, Ref. 2940, "Rigid Hooded", 1940's. Fine tonneau shaped, waterproof, centre second, selfwinding, 18K yellow gold and stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch.
C. massive, polished, screwed back and crown, hooded lugs. D. matt silver with painted gold Arabic numerals. "Feuille" gold hands. M. 9 3/4 "' rhodium plated, 19 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 32 mm.
Grading System | |
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Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 15-35 |
Slightly rusted To be restored |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-5-51 |
Good Poor Partially reprinted |