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A similar watch is illustrated in Wristwatches Rolex by O. Patrizzi, p. 153.
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ROLEX. AN 18 CARAT GOLD SELF-WINDING WATERPROOF 'BUBBLE-BACK' WRISTWATCH
signed Rolex Oyster Perpetual, retailed by Bucherer's, circa 1940
With nickel finished lever movement, the silvered dial with Arabic and baton numerals, sweep centre seconds, the tonneau shaped water resistant bubble-back type case with engine turned and chased bezel, screw down crown and screw back, case, dial and movement signed
32 mm. diam.
signed Rolex Oyster Perpetual, retailed by Bucherer's, circa 1940
With nickel finished lever movement, the silvered dial with Arabic and baton numerals, sweep centre seconds, the tonneau shaped water resistant bubble-back type case with engine turned and chased bezel, screw down crown and screw back, case, dial and movement signed
32 mm. diam.