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Rolex. A very rare 14K gold automatic wristwatch with sweep centre seconds, fancy lugs, black lacquer dial and star numerals

SIGNED ROLEX, OYSTER PERPETUAL, REF. 6090, MOVEMENT NO. 18'709, CIRCA 1955

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Rolex. A very rare 14K gold automatic wristwatch with sweep centre seconds, fancy lugs, black lacquer dial and star numerals
Signed Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, ref. 6090, movement no. 18'709, circa 1955
Cal. 645 automatic movement, 18 jewels, black lacquer dial, applied star and luminous dagger numerals, luminous hands, sweep centre seconds, outer railway minute divisions, circular water-resistant-type case, fancy fluted lugs, screw back, case, dial and movement signed
32 mm. diam.

Special notice

Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country. 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.

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Lot Essay

The present reference 6090 is a fine example of the so-called "Bombé" -family, French for "domed", referring to the unusual pointed shape of the lugs of this model. The best known representative from this family is reference 6090, like the present one. It is impressive to find such an original example as the present specimen and in particular one with a black dial. For the first time, however, an example featuring a black lacquered "star-dial" comes to light and one can describe this watch, consequently and without exaggeration, as "very rare".

The example here is preserved in very authentic and original condition which adds up to its desirability. The flaking on the dial confirms the original condition of the watch and renders it even more attractive.

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