Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, May 10, 2025
LOT 162
ROLEX, SWITZERLAND, REF. 3065, OYSTER PERPETUAL "BUBBLEBACK", HOODED LUGS, RETAILED BY MAPPIN, 14K YELLOW GOLD
CHF 3,000 - 5,000
HKD 28,500 - 47,500 / USD 3,700 - 6,200 / EUR 3,300 - 5,400TO BE SOLD WITHOUT RESERVE
A very fine and rare, attractive, 14k yellow gold, self winding chronometer wristwatch with hooded lugs
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-7-8-01 |
Very good Oxidized Slightly scratched HANDS Original |
Brand Rolex, switzerland
Model Oyster Perpetual "Bubbleback"
Reference 3065
Year circa 1940's
Bracelet 14k yellow gold riveted expandable Geneva watch Co. bracelet with deployant clasp, approx. overall length 180 mm.
Diameter 32
Caliber 11 1/2''', 17 jewels
Signature dial, case and movement
Notes
A truly fantastic example of a hooded bubbleback still with some clear hallmarks on the case (even rarer on 14k examples such as this one), a fully original two-tone silver dial that shows some oxidation from the radium with the Mappin retailer's signature and a highly attractive bracelet made by the Geneva Watch Co.