Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, Nov 08, 2015
LOT 275
ROLEX, REF. 971, PRINCE BRANCARD, TIGER STRIPE Rolex, "Prince", case No. 65196, Ref. 971 A. Made circa 1930. Very fine and rare, rectangular curved, flared, 18K white and yellow gold wristwatch with a Rolex buckle.
CHF 6,000 - 8,000
HKD 48,000 - 64,000 / USD 6,200 - 8,300
Sold: CHF 15,000
Three-body, double case back, flared, solid, polished, yellow and white gold, stepped sides, rounded lugs, straight edge crystal. Two-tone silver with applied white gold Arabic numerals, inner minute track, subsidiary seconds dial. Blued steel double spade hands. 7 1/2''', "Observatory Quality", rhodium-plated, 15 jewels, lateral lever escapement, Extra Prima, timed in 6 positions and for "all climates", Breguet balance spring, index regulator.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-8 |
Good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3-12* |
Good Worn Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |