Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces...
Geneva, Nov 10, 2019
LOT 647
ROLEX, REF. 8171, PADELLONE STAINLESS STEEL
CHF 30,000 - 60,000
HKD 240,000 - 480,000 / USD 30,000 - 60,000
Sold: CHF 60,000
A fine and very rare, stainless steel, self-winding astronomic wristwatch with day, date and moon phases.
| Grading System | |
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Grade: |
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Case: 3-8 |
Good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-6-51-01 |
Good Slightly oxidized Partially reprinted HANDS Original |
Brand Rolex
Model Padellone
Reference 8171
Year Circa 1950
Calibre 10 1/2’’
Case No. 686089
Bracelet Stainless steel Rolex buckle
Diameter 38 mm
Signature Case, dial and movement
Accessories Box
Notes
Rolex reference 8171 was produced in very few examples between 1949 to 1952. Throughout their entire run, Rolex only produced two models of watches displaying moon phases: reference 8171, featuring a snap-on case back, and reference 6062 with a screw-down Oyster case. This watch was very avant-garde for its time because of its diameter (38 mm), making it a very modern piece today