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A 14ct gold 'Prince' chronometer wristwatch, by Rolex, Ref. 1862
Details
A 14ct gold 'Prince' chronometer wristwatch, by Rolex, Ref. 1862
The square dial with Arabic numerals, large subsidiary seconds, blued steel hands, within the rectangular-shaped case and raised bezel, mechanical movement, case 20mm wide, bracelet 21.5 cm long
Dial signed Rolex Prince Chronometre, case signed Rolex, buckle signed Rolex SA, with maker's mark, case no. 44237 1862
The square dial with Arabic numerals, large subsidiary seconds, blued steel hands, within the rectangular-shaped case and raised bezel, mechanical movement, case 20mm wide, bracelet 21.5 cm long
Dial signed Rolex Prince Chronometre, case signed Rolex, buckle signed Rolex SA, with maker's mark, case no. 44237 1862
Further details
Please note that as the straps for this wristwatch may be of endangered or protected animal materials, such as crocodile, they are not sold with the watch but are for display purposes only. Christie's will need to remove and retain the straps before collection by the purchaser.
Please see Important Notice at the back of the catalogue for all clocks and watches A8 & H2(i)
The dial is original and has not been restored or repainted. There is some general minor spotting and some fading to the signature and 30 numeral on the constant seconds dial. The hands are in good condition with no rusting.
The movement is currently running however Please note working order or time keeping cannot be guaranteed
The movement is clean with some fine marks commensurate with age. the movement is inscribed Rolex Chronometer, Timed six positions, 18 rubies
The inside of the case is clean and marked 14K 585 indicating 14ct. gold
The outside of the case shows some wear and fine surface scratches.
case is numbered 442371862
Please see Important Notice at the back of the catalogue for all clocks and watches A8 & H2(i)
The dial is original and has not been restored or repainted. There is some general minor spotting and some fading to the signature and 30 numeral on the constant seconds dial. The hands are in good condition with no rusting.
The movement is currently running however Please note working order or time keeping cannot be guaranteed
The movement is clean with some fine marks commensurate with age. the movement is inscribed Rolex Chronometer, Timed six positions, 18 rubies
The inside of the case is clean and marked 14K 585 indicating 14ct. gold
The outside of the case shows some wear and fine surface scratches.
case is numbered 442371862