Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces.
Geneva, Mar 21, 2020
LOT 159
ROLEX, REF 6309, DATEJUST "RED THUNDERBIRD", STEEL AND GOLD
CHF 3,000 - 5,000
USD 3,050 - 5,100 / HKD 24,000 - 40,000
Sold: CHF 7,500
Very rare and attractive stainless steel and 18k yellow gold, self-widing wristwatch, yellow gold revolving bezel, patinated dial with "roulette" date and "Datejust" in red.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-10 |
Good Patinated |
Brand Rolex
Model Datejust "Thunderbird"
Reference Ref. 6309
Year Circa 1955
Bracelet Jubilee stainless steel and yellow gold with deployant clasp no. 3.55
Numbers 80716
Caliber 10 1/2"
Dimensions 36mm.
Signature Case, dial and movement
Accessories Box
Notes
So-called "Thunderbird", due to the U.S. Air Force demonstration flying team associated with this model in the first commercials in 1950's, the reference 6309 has the particularity to have a revolving bezel with attractive relief markers.
This present model is from 1955. It has an interesting patinated dial with the red writing "Datejust" and the rare "Roulette" date at 3, allowing to have even numbers in red and odd numbers in black.
In this combination, this watch is rare to find in good condition and will be a great addition to your collection.
This present model is from 1955. It has an interesting patinated dial with the red writing "Datejust" and the rare "Roulette" date at 3, allowing to have even numbers in red and odd numbers in black.
In this combination, this watch is rare to find in good condition and will be a great addition to your collection.