Only Online Auction
Geneva, Apr 03, 2025
LOT 219
ROLEX, SWITZERLAND, REF. 3121, OYSTER GRENFELL, GOLD PLATED
CHF 1,000 - 2,000
HKD 8,900 - 17,700 / USD 1,150 - 2,300 / EUR 1,050 - 2,100TO BE SOLD WITHOUT RESERVE
A fine and rare, gold plated, manual wind water resistant wristwatch with second at six o'clock
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3-6* |
Good Slightly oxidized Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |
Brand Rolex, Switzerland
Model oyster grenfell
Reference 3121
Year Circa 1938
Case No. 43475
Diameter 29 mm.
Caliber 59, 17 jewels
Signature Dial and case
Notes
This is a 1940s Oyster Grenfell, part of the Canadian Oyster series. The Grenfell is one of the rarer variations, making it a noteworthy collector’s piece. The gold-filled case measures 29mm and retains its original Oyster-patented winding crown. The stainless steel Oyster case back dates this watch to 1938.
These Canadian Oyster watches were marketed to soldiers heading overseas during World War II and remain an under appreciated piece of horological history.
These Canadian Oyster watches were marketed to soldiers heading overseas during World War II and remain an under appreciated piece of horological history.
CONDITIONS AND INFORMATION FOR BUYERS.
The purchase price payable by a buyer will be the sum of the final bid price plus the buyer’s premium, together with any applicable sales or compensating use tax. In addition to the hammer price, the buyer’s premium is payable as follows: 26% of the hammer price on each lot.
Please look carefully at all the photos as they are an integral part of the description. Any defect not mentioned in the descriptions but visible on the photos will be considered as described and cannot lead to any claim. The dimensions are given as an indication and may slightly differ from the measures mentioned by the manufacturers especially for contemporary watches. The photos are not retouched. Colors may differ from reality. For timepieces, we guarantee neither the functioning nor the precision of the movement, nor the water-resistance of the case. In addition, please note that movements, parts of mechanisms or cases may be incomplete.
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