Geneva, May 11, 2024
LOT 96
ROLEX, SWITZERLAND, REF. 2508, TROPICAL BLACK DIAL, 18K YELLOW GOLD
CHF 20,000 - 30,000
HKD 174,000 - 260,000 / USD 22,200 - 33,200 / EUR 20,400 - 30,600TO BE SOLD WITHOUT RESERVE
Sold: CHF 35,000
A very fine and very attractive, 18k yellow gold, manual wind chronograph wristwatch with tropical black dial
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-6-8-01 |
Very good Slightly oxidized Slightly scratched HANDS Original |
Brand Rolex, Switzerland
Reference 2508
Year Circa 1940
Case No. 56772
Bracelet 18k yellow gold Rolex buckle
Diameter 36 mm.
Caliber 14 1/2''', 17 jewels
Signature Dial, case and movement
Accessories overhaul by Bucherer dated 2013 in the amount of Euros 2'568. (paper lost)
Notes
The first thing that jumps out is the absolute stunning color the dial has taken during its ageing process and has turned to a beautiful warm brown color. This combined with the yellow gold case also very well preserved as seen by the Rolex crown and case and reference numbers clearly visible on the caseback that are often missing due to wear and polish. Still a great value and much rarer than the later chronographs, this is one of the most attractive gold 2508 we have ever offered.
Provenance
Property of a Swiss Gentleman