Important Watches, Wristwatches and C...
Hong Kong, Hotel Furama Kempinski, Jun 09, 1997
LOT 83
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometre "Empire " , Ref. 2940, 1930's. Fine and rare waterproof, centre second, selfwinding, stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch.
HKD 30,000 - 39,000
USD 4,000 - 5,000
Sold: HKD 34,500
C. "Empire " style, polished, screwed back and crown, straight lapidated lugs. D. matt silver with painted Arabic numerals. "Skeleton" radiumed hands. M. 9 3/4'" rhodium plated, 19 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance, selfcompensating Breguet balance-spring. Dial, case and movement signed. In very good condition. Diam. 32 mm.
Notes
A similar watch is published in "Orologi da Polso Rolex", p. 216.