Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
New York, Mar 10, 2011
LOT 49
Rolex - Ref. 6298 - Pre-Explorer - Linen Dial Rolex, ?Oyster Perpetual, Precision,? case No. 929835, Ref. 6298. Made in 1953. Fine and rare, center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel wristwatch.
USD 5,000 - 8,000
CHF 5,000 - 8,000 / EUR 3,700 - 6,000
C. Three-body, polished and brushed, screwed down case back and crown, concave lugs. D. Ivory color, linen-finished with applied yellow gold faceted dart and baton indexes, luminous dots, outer minute/ seconds division. Luminous yellow gold dauphine hands. M. Cal. A. 296, 10'''1/2, rhodium-plated, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating blued steel Breguet balance-spring, index regulator. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 36 mm. Thickness 14 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |