Important Watches, Wristwatches and C...

Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Apr 12, 1997

LOT 142

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometre, "Empire", Ref. 3716, 1940's. Fine and rare waterproof, self-winding, 18K pink gold gentleman's wristwatch.

C. "Empire" style, massive, polished, screwed back and crown, straight lapidated lugs. D. champagne with painted indexes and Arabic numerals. "Baton " blued steel hands. M. 9 3/4"' rhodium plated, 19 jewels, lever escapement, Superbalance balance, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring. Dial, case and movement signed. In very good condition. Diam. 32 mm.