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

LOT 259

Rolex, "Prince Brancard", Ref. 971 A, 1930's. Very fine and rare, rectangular curved, 18K white and yellow gold gentleman's wristwatch.

USD 14,000 - 16,000

Sold: USD 16,100

C. flared, massive, polished, bi-colour with yellow and white gold stripes on the bezel, stepped sides, dust protecting cap. D. two-tone silver with applied silver Arabic numerals + auxiliary seconds dial surrounded with an applied three sided silver baguette. "Spade" blued steel hands. M. 7 1/2 "' Extra Prima Observatory quality, rhodium plated, 15 jewels, lateral lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to 6 positions, self-compensating Breguet balancespring. Dial, case and movement signed. Dim. 25 x 42 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 15-36

Slightly rusted

Partially re-gilt

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-51

Good

Partially reprinted

Notes

The very special dial, as featured on this watch, is rarely seen on a Rolex "Prince".