Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, May 11, 2014
LOT 201
ROLEX REF 2940 BUBBLE BACK STEEL Rolex, "Oyster Perpetual, Officially Certified Chronometer", case No. 394392 , Ref. 2940.Made in the 1940's. Fine tonneau-shaped, center-seconds, self winding, water resistant, stainless steel wristwatch with a stainless steel Rolex buckle.
CHF 2,000 - 4,000
HKD 16,000 - 33,000 / USD 2,100 - 4,300
Three body, polished and brushed, curved lugs, half-hooded lugs, screwed-down domed case back and Oyster crown. Two tone silver with applied Roman numerals, inner minutes/ seconds track with every 5 Arabic numerals. Steel baton hands. Rhodium-plated, 19 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, Super-balance, self-compensating Breguet balance spring.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-10-01 |
Good Patinated HANDS Original |