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

LOT 250

Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Certified Chronometer, Ref. 3065, "Rigid Hooded", 1940's. Fine tonneau shaped, waterproof, centre second, selfwinding, 18K yellow pink gold and stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch.

USD 5,000 - 6,000

C. bi-colour, massive, polished, screwed back and crown, hooded lugs. D. two-tone pink with radiumed Arabic numerals and indexes. "Skeleton Alpha" radiumed 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.


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 15-35

Slightly rusted

To be restored

Movement: 2*

Very good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-51

Good

Partially reprinted

Notes

Produced in 1000 examples from 1939 to 1950.