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Rolex. A fine, rare and unusual stainless steel automatic wristwatch with pink dial and fancy hooded lugs

SIGNED ROLEX OYSTER, PERPETUAL, CASE SIGNED OYSTER WATCH CO., REF. 3353, CASE NO. 146'243, CIRCA 1935

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Rolex. A fine, rare and unusual stainless steel automatic wristwatch with pink dial and fancy hooded lugs
Signed Rolex Oyster, Perpetual, case signed Oyster Watch Co., ref. 3353, case no. 146'243, circa 1935
Cal. 520 automatic movement, 19 jewels, pink dial, Arabic numerals, outer minute divisions, sunken subsidiary dial for constant seconds, tonneau-shaped water-resistant-type case, concave bezel, fancy hooded lugs, screw back, screw down crown, associated stainless steel bracelet, stainless steel Rolex deployant clasp, case, dial and movement signed
29 mm. diam.; overall length of bracelet approx. 175 mm.

Special notice

Prospective buyers should be aware that the importation of Rolex watches into the United States is highly restricted. Rolex watches may not be shipped into the USA and can only be imported personally. Generally a buyer may import only one watch into the USA. For further information please contact our specialists in charge of the sale. Please note other countries may have comparable import restrictions for luxury watches. On lots marked with an + in the catalogue, VAT will be charged at 8% on both the premium as well as the hammer price.

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Lot Essay

This is an example of the unusual and very attractive reference 3353. Nicknamed the "Rigid Hooded Rolex", it is defined by its elaborated hooded lugs. The present specimen distinguishes itself for its charming unrestored salmon dial and impressive original condition. This timepiece was lot 88 in the thematic sale "The Mondani Collection of Rolex Wristwatches", held in Geneva on 14 May 2006.

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