Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, Nov 08, 2015
LOT 274
ROLEX REF. 971U PRINCE BRANCARD BLACK DIAL, SILVER Rolex, "Prince,"chronometer, case No. 02963, Ref. 971U. Made in the 1930s. Fine and rare, rectangular curved, flared, silver wristwatch with black "military style" dial with a Rolex stainless steel buckle. Accompanied by the rare original fitted box and blank warranty paper.
CHF 8,000 - 12,000
HKD 64,000 - 96,000 / USD 8,300 - 12,400
Sold: CHF 22,500
Two-body, flared sides with rounded lugs, straight edge crystal. Black with painted Arabic numerals, outer minute track, subsidiary seconds dial. Luminous blued steel hands. 7 1/2''', rhodium plated, lateral lever escapement, timed in 6 positions, monometallic balance, blued steel Breguet balance spring, index regulator.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |