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    Sale date : 16/05/2024

    Artcurial #4055 - 2024-05 - Chanel Vintage Online
    Online auction
    Lot ID : 22
     
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    Estimation :
    • 500 - 800
    • 500 - 800
    • 500 - 800


    ROLEX ROLEX Ref. 4113, n° E974369 / 61.199 Vers 1990 Montre bracelet en or jaune 18k...


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 4113

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Condition : Good
    Period : 1990's
    Watch ID : E974369 / 61 . 199 VERS 1990 BRACELE
    Movement : Mechanical
    Caliber : 1601 , SIGNé w
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Reference Detail : 4113 ,
    Clasp type : Pin buckle

    Description : ROLEX Ref. 4113, n° E974369 / 61.199 Vers 1990 Montre bracelet en or jaune 18k (750) Boîtier : coussin, fond clippé, signé Cadran : doré, index « bâton » appliqués, signé Mouvement : mécanique cal. 1601, signé Boucle : ardillons en or, signée Dim. : 40 x 25 mm Poids brut : 36,00 g.   A 18k yellow gold manual winding wristwatch, gold buckle signed   RAPPORT DE CONDITION : A la rédaction du catalogue le mouvement fonctionne. Veuillez noter que la précision de chronométrie n'est pas garantie et Artcurial ne pourra être tenu responsable des éventuels coûts de réparation. Bon état général Boîtier bien préservé, peu de signes d’usage Révision à prévoir CONDITION REPORT : At the time of cataloguing the movement is running. Please note that the movement has not been checked for timekeeping accuracy and Artcurial will not be held responsible for any repairs that must be required.   Good condition Well-preserved, limited signs of use Overhaul required Nous avertissons nos potentiels acquéreurs que les bracelets réalisés en derme d'espèces protégées sont présentés mais non vendus avec les montres. Artcurial se réserve le droit d'enlever ces bracelets en cas d’importation. Please be advised that straps made of material derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (ie. Alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these straps prior to shipping.   Les montres et pendules sont vendues en l’état. Aucune garantie n’est faite sur l’état de marche des montres et pendules. La plupart des montres ont été ouvertes pour identifier le type et la qualité du mouvement, y compris les montres résistantes à l’eau, il est donc conseillé à l’acheteur de consulter un horloger pour revoir l’étanchéité de la montre. Le changement des bracelets, l’étanchéité, les restaurations, les révisions et les réglages sont à la charge de l’acquéreur. Tout devis de restauration provenant de quelques horlogers que ce soit ne pourra être pris en charge par Artcurial. Watches and clocks are sold « as is ». No guarantee is given as to the working order of the watches and clocks. Most watches have been opened to identify the type and quality of the movement, including water-resistant watches, so the buyer is advised to consult a watchmaker to review the water-resistance of the watch. Strap changes, water-resistance, restorations, revisions and adjustments are the responsibility of the purchaser. Artcurial will not accept any restoration estimate from any watchmaker.

    Sale date : 05/11/2023
    Country : Switzerland

    Sothebys #GE2304 - 2023-11 - Important Watches: Part I
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 8
     
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    Estimation :
    • 50000 - 70000
    • 50000 - 70000
    • 50000 - 70000


    Retailed by Cravanzola, Roma: 'Monoblocco', Reference 3525 | A pink gold chronograph wristwatch | Circa 1939


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1930's
    Watch ID : PAPERS
    Movement : Mechanical
    Caliber : CAL . VALJOUX 23 T
    Case material : Pink gold
    Dial color : Orange
    Bracelet material : *leath*
    Reference Detail : 3525 |

    Description : Rolex;Retailed by Cravanzola, Roma;Monoblocco', Reference 3525;A pink gold chronograph wristwatch;Circa 1939;Dial: salmon;Calibre: cal. Valjoux 23 manual winding, 17 jewels;Case: 18k pink gold, screw-down case back;Case number: 45'952;Size: 35 mm diameter;Signed: case and movement, dial signed Rolex and Cravanzola Roma;Box: no;Papers: no;Accessories: none;Please note the leather strap derived from endangered species is for display purposes only and is not sold with the watch. The watch will be shipped with a Sotheby’s branded calf leather strap.

    Sale date : 14/05/2023
    Country : Switzerland

    Sothebys #GE2301 - 2023-05 - Important Watches: Part I
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 99
     
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    Estimation :
    • 20000 - 30000
    • 20000 - 30000
    • 20000 - 30000


    Monoblocco Reference 3525 A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch Circa 1941 Monoblocco 3525 1941


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1940's
    Watch ID : PAPERS
    Movement : Mechanical
    Caliber : CAL . VALJOUX 23 T
    Case material : Steel
    Dial color : Orange
    Reference Detail : 3525

    Description : Rolex;Monoblocco', Reference 3525;A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch;Circa 1941;勞力士;Monoblocco' 型號3525 精鋼計時腕錶,製作年份約1941;Dial: salmon;Calibre: cal. Valjoux 23 manual winding, 17 jewels;Case: stainless steel, screw-down case back;Case number: 128'412;Closure: stainless steel Rolex buckle;Size: 35 mm diameter;Signed: case, dial and movement;Box: no;Papers: no;Accessories: none

    Sale date : 10/11/2021
    Country : Switzerland

    Sothebys #2104 - 2021-11 - Important Watches: Part I
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 36
     
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    Sold :
    • 50400
    • 41121
    • 57622
    Estimation :
    • 40000 - 80000
    • 32636 - 65272
    • 45732 - 91464


    Rolex


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : wristwatch
    Period : 1930's
    Watch ID : PAPERS
    Movement : Mechanical
    Caliber : CAL T
    Case material : Gold and stainless steel
    Dial color : Pink
    Reference Detail : 3525 ,
    Clasp type : Folding clasp
    Dimensions : 35 mm
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : Rolex,Monoblocco', Ref. 3525,Stainless steel and pink gold chronograph wristwatch,Circa 1939,Dial: pink,Calibre: cal. 13''' manual winding, 17 jewels,Case: stainless steel and 18k pink gold, screw-down back,Case number: 47'808,Closure: expandable stainless steel and pink gold bracelet and folding clasp,Dimensions: 35 mm, bracelet circumference approx. 160 mm (max. 185 mm),Signed: case, dial and movement,Box: no,Papers: no,Accessories: none

    Sale date : 08/11/2021
    Country : Switzerland

    Christies #20043 - 2021-11 - Rare Watches
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 22
     
    • CHF
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    Sold :
    • 93750
    • 76491
    • 107184
    Estimation :
    • 100000 - 170000
    • 81590 - 138703
    • 114330 - 194361


    ROLEX. A VERY RARE AND EARLY 18K GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH MULTISCALE DIAL RETAILED BY VERSACE


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : wristwatch
    Period : 1940's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Dial color : Beige
    Reference Detail : 3525 ,
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : ROLEX. A VERY RARE AND EARLY 18K GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH MULTISCALE DIAL RETAILED BY VERSACE,SIGNED ROLEX, RETAILED BY VERSACE REGGIO CALABRIA, REF. 3525, CASE NO. 4*3**5, CIRCA 1940,Movement: Cal. 13''', manual,Dial: Champagne,Case: 35 mm. diam.,With: 18k gold Rolex buckle,Remark: From the family of the original owner

    Sale date : 08/11/2021
    Country : Switzerland

    Christies #20043 - 2021-11 - Rare Watches
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 23
     
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    Sold :
    • 112500
    • 91789
    • 128621
    Estimation :
    • 100000 - 180000
    • 81590 - 146862
    • 114330 - 205794


    ROLEX. AN EXTREMELY RARE STAINLESS STEEL AND GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BLACK DIAL AND BRACELET


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : wristwatch
    Period : 1940's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Gold and stainless steel
    Dial color : Black
    Reference Detail : 3525 ,
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : ROLEX. AN EXTREMELY RARE STAINLESS STEEL AND GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BLACK DIAL AND BRACELET,SIGNED ROLEX, OYSTER CHRONOGRAPHE, ANTIMAGNETIQUE, REF. 3525, CASE NO. 262'197, CIRCA 1943,Movement: Cal. 13''' 23 VZ, manual,Dial: Black,Case: 34.5 mm. diam.,With: 18k gold and stainless steel riveted Rolex bracelet, overall length approximately 200 mm.

    Sale date : 16/06/2021
    Country : United Kingdom

    Bonhams #26684 - 2021-12 - Fine Watches
    London
    Lot ID : 11
     
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    Sold :
    • 30647
    • 0


    Rolex. A stainless steel manual wind chronograph bracelet watch


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : wristwatch
    Period : 1940's
    Watch ID : 186144 BRACELET
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Steel
    Case form : Round
    With diamonds : Yes :
    Dial color : Black
    Reference Detail : 3525 ,
    Clasp type : Folding clasp
    Complications : Chronometre, Date

    Description : Model: Oyster 'Monoblocco',Reference: 3525,Date: Circa 1940,Movement: 17-jewel manual wind,Dial: Black gloss, applied luminous tipped gilt pointed baton hour markers, Arabic numeral 6 and 12, outer gilt 1/5th second divisions with Arabic numeral 5 minute markers, subsidiary dials at 3 and 9 for seconds and 30 minute recording, gilt hands with luminous inserts, centre chronograph hand,Case: Brushed and polished round, screw down back, crown flanked by twin pushers, No.186144,Strap/Bracelet: US market stainless steel expandable riveted Oyster link,Buckle/Clasp: Signed folding clasp stamped 1-65,Signed: Case, dial & movement,Size: 35mm

    Sale date : 10/06/2021
    Country : United States

    Sothebys #10701 - 2021-06 - Important Watches
    New York
    Lot ID : 272
     
    • USD
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    Sold :
    • 35280
    • 25162
    • 35280
    Estimation :
    • 30000 - 50000
    • 21396 - 35660
    • 30000 - 50000


    Rolex


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 2022

    Category : wristwatch
    Period : 1930's
    Watch ID : PAPERS
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Silver
    Case form : Cushion
    Reference Detail : 2022 ,
    Diameter : ,signedcase,dialmo
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : Reference 2022,A very rare silver cushion shaped single-button chronograph wristwatch, Circa 1935,Dial: silvered,Caliber: mechanical, 17 jewels,Case: silver, snap on case back,Case number: 365'414,Size: 32 mm diameter,Signed: case, dial and movement,Box: no,Papers: no

    Sale date : 08/04/2021
    Country : United Arab Emirates

    Christies #1998 - 2021-04 - Watches Online: The Dubai Edit
    Dubai
    Lot ID : 140
     
    • USD
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    Sold :
    • 350000
    • 249620
    • 350000
    Estimation :
    • 150000 - 300000
    • 106980 - 213960
    • 150000 - 300000


    ROLEX, AN EXTREMELY RARE GOLD OYSTER CHRONOGRAPH ANTIMAGNETIQUE WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET, REF. 3525 - CASE


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : wristwatch
    Period : 1940's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Reference Detail : 3525
    Clasp type : Folding clasp
    Diameter : 35 mm
    Dimensions : 35 mm
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : CIRCA: 1945,CASE MATERIAL: 18k yellow gold with screw-down crown,DIAMETER: 35 mm.,BRACELET: 18k yellow gold expanding riveted Rolex Oyster bracelet and links stamped 57, overall length approx. 180 mm. (Approx. 7 inches),DIAL: Silvered dial,MOVEMENT: manual,FUNCTIONS: Time, chronograph,CLASP: Rolex deployant clasp, stamped 3 57

    Sale date : 18/07/2019
    Country : France

    Artcurial #1065 - 2019-07 - HORLOGERIE DE COLLECTION
    Paris
    Lot ID : 683
     
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    Sold :
    • 7150
    • 0
    Estimation :
    • 4500 - 6500
    • 0 - 0


    ROLEX,Ref. 2919, n° 031762


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 2919

    Category : wristwatch
    Period : 1930's
    Watch ID : 031762
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Steel
    Case form : Round
    Dial color : Green
    Reference Detail : 2919 ,
    Complications : Chronometre, Tachymetre

    Description : ROLEX,Ref. 2919, n° 031762,Vers 1934,Chronographe bracelet en acier,Boîtier: rond, anses stylisées, poussoirs olive, fond clippé, signé,Cadran (repeint): blanc, chiffres arabes et index bâton appliqués, deux compteurs pour l'indication des 30 min. et des secondes, graduation tachymètre 1/5 de seconde, signé,Mouvement: mécanique, signé,Diam.:33 mm,A stainless steel manual winding chronograph wristwatch,Estimation 4 500 - 6 500 €,Vendu 7 150 €,* Les résultats sont affichés frais acheteur et taxes compris. Ils sont générés automatiquement et peuvent subir des modifications.
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 13/05/2019
    Country : Switzerland

    Christies #17290 - 2019-05 - Rare Watches
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 192

    ROLEX. A FINE, RARE AND EARLY 18K GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : wristwatch
    Period : 1940's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Reference Detail : 3525 ,
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : ROLEX. A FINE, RARE AND EARLY 18K GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH,SIGNED ROLEX, OYSTER, ANTIMAGNETIC, REF. 3525, CASE NO. 147’845, CIRCA 1940,Movement: cal. 13''' 23 VZ, manual, 17 jewels, signed,Dial: signed,Case: screw back, 35 mm. diam., signed,With: 18K gold Rolex buckle.
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 13/05/2019
    Country : Switzerland

    Christies #17290 - 2019-05 - Rare Watches
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 193

    Rolex. An extremely rare and highly attractive stainless steel and pink gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : wristwatch
    Period : 1940's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Gold and stainless steel
    Reference Detail : 3525 ,
    Clasp type : Folding clasp
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : Rolex. An extremely rare and highly attractive stainless steel and pink gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet,Signed Rolex, Oyster Chronographe, Anti-Magnetique, ref. 3525, case no. 262'191, circa 1943,Movement: cal. 13''' 23 VZ, manual, 17 jewels, signed,Dial: signed,Case: screw back and screw down “Oyster Patent” crown, 35 mm. diam., signed,With: stainless steel and pink gold expanding riveted Oyster bracelet and deployant clasp, overall length approx. 170 mm., original catalogue of Sotheby’s, The Andy Warhol Collection, Jewelry and Watches, Part II, New York, 4 December 1988
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 13/11/2017
    Country : Switzerland

    Christies #14792 - 2017-11 - Rare Watches
    Lot ID : 194

    bROLEX. A VERY RARE AND ATTRACTIVE 18K GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH/b


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3695

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1940's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Reference Detail : 3695 ,
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : ROLEX. A VERY RARE AND ATTRACTIVE 18K GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH;SIGNED ROLEX, CHRONOGRAPH, ANTIMAGNETIC, REF. 3695, CASE NO. 56’807, CIRCA 1940;Movement: manual, 17 jewels, signed;Dial: signed;Case: snap on back, 36 mm diam., signed
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 13/11/2017
    Country : Switzerland

    Christies #14792 - 2017-11 - Rare Watches
    Lot ID : 120

    Rolex. An extremely fine, rare and attractive stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with salmon dial, black tachymetre and blue telemetre scales


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1940's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Steel
    Dial color : Orange
    Reference Detail : 3525 ,
    Complications : Chronometre, Tachymetre

    Description : Rolex. An extremely fine, rare and attractive stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with salmon dial, black tachymetre and blue telemetre scales;Signed Rolex, Oyster Chronograph, Antimagnetic, ref. 3525, case no. 186'115, circa 1942;Movement: cal. 13''' 23 VZ, manual, 17 jewels, signed;Dial: signed;Case: screw back and screw down “Oyster Patent” crown, 35 mm. diam., signed
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 12/11/2017
    Country : Switzerland

    Antiquorum #310 - 2017-11 - Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces.
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 101

    ROLEX REF. 3525 SALMON DIAL, STEEL Very fine and rare, antimagnetic, manual winding, stainless steel chronograph wristwatch.


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1940's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Steel
    Dial color : Orange
    Reference Detail : 3525
    Dimensions : 35 mm
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : ROLEX REF. 3525 SALMON DIAL, STEEL Very fine and rare, antimagnetic, manual winding, stainless steel chronograph wristwatch.;Brand Rolex;Model Chronograph;Reference Ref. 3525;Year 1945;Numbers Case N. 386420;Caliber VZ 13";Bracelet leather;Dimensions 35 mm.;Signed Dial, case and movement.
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 21/06/2017
    Country : United Kingdom

    Bonhams #24232 - 2017-06 - FINE WATCHES AND WRISTWATCHES
    New Bond Street
    Lot ID : 94

    Rolex. An 18K rose gold manual wind chronograph square wristwatch


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 8206

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1950's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Caliber : 69 T
    Case material : Pink gold
    Case form : Square
    Reference Detail : 8206
    Clasp type : Folding clasp
    Complications : Chronometre, Date

    Description : Model: Precision Gabus;Reference: 8206;Date: Circa 1950;Movement: 17-jewel Valjoux Cal.69 manual wind, column wheel chronograph;Dial: Silvered, applied gilt dart hour markers, square quarters, black inner 1/5th second divisions with Arabic numeral five minute markers, blue inner spiral scale, subsidiary dials at 3 and 9 for constant seconds and 30 minute recording, gilt faceted dagger hands, centre chronograph hand;Case: Brushed and polished square case, snap on back, concave bezel, flared stepped lugs, twin chronograph rectangular buttons;Strap/Bracelet: Brown lizard leather;Buckle/Clasp: Signed plated buckle;Signed: Case, dial & movement;Size: 29mm;Accompaniments: Rolex box, service receipt dated 19/05/1962
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 15/05/2017
    Country : Switzerland

    Christies #14212 - 2017-05 - Rare Watches and a Rolex Afternoon
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 192

    Rolex. A very fine, early and rare 18K pink gold chronograph wristwatch with pink luminous dial


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1930's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Pink gold
    Dial color : Pink
    Reference Detail : 3525 ,
    Dimensions : 35 mm
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : Rolex. A very fine, early and rare 18K pink gold chronograph wristwatch with pink luminous dial;Signed Rolex Oyster, Chronograph, Genève, Anti Magnetic, retailed by Philippe Béguin, ref. 3525, case no. 46’391, circa 1939;Movement: mechanical, 17 jewels;Dial: pink, matte, baton and Arabic luminous numerals, luminous hands;Case: screw back;Signed: dial and movement. Case signed Oyster Watch Co.;Dimensions: 35 mm. diam.;With: gold plated Rolex buckle
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 15/05/2017
    Country : Switzerland

    Christies #14212 - 2017-05 - Rare Watches and a Rolex Afternoon
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 193

    Rolex. An extremely fine, rare and attractive stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with “tropical” salmon dial


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1940's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Caliber : 13 VZ c
    Case material : Steel
    Case form : Round
    Dial color : Orange
    Reference Detail : 3525 ,
    Dimensions : 35 mm
    Complications : Chronometre, Tachymetre

    Description : Rolex. An extremely fine, rare and attractive stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with “tropical” salmon dial;Signed Rolex, Oyster Chronographe, Antimagnetique, ref. 3525, case no. 185'896, circa 1941;Movement: manual, cal. 13''' 23 VZ, 17 jewels;Dial: “tropical” salmon, black baton and Arabic numerals, blued steel hands, outer Arabic five minute divisions, blue telemetre and black tachymetre scales, two subsidiary dials;Case: screw back and screw down crown, two round chronograph buttons;Signed: case, dial and movement;Dimensions: 35 mm. diam.;With: Rolex stainless steel buckle, an example of I Cronografi Rolex - La Leggenda, Pucci Papaleo Editore with hand-written dedication reading "May 2017 - With my very best compliments to the winner", signed Pucci Papaleo, Pucci Papaleo certificate confirming that the present watch is the watch published in his book on pp. 172 & 173
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 14/05/2017
    Country : Switzerland

    Sothebys #GE1701 - 2017-05 - Important Watches
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 60

    Rolex A STAINLESS STEEL ANTI-MAGNETIQUE CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH TACHYMETER, TELEMETER AND REGISTER REF 2917 CASE 031672 CIRCA 1937


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 2917

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1930's
    Case material : Steel
    Case form : Round
    Reference Detail : 2917
    Diameter : 33 mm
    Dimensions : 33 mm
    Complications : Chronometre, Tachymetre

    Description : • manual winding lever movement, 17 jewels • silvered dial, applied baton and Arabic numerals, outer tachymeter and telemeter scales, subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 30 minute register • stainless steel circular case with raised bezel, stepped hooded lugs, two oval chronograph pushers in the band, snap-on back • case, dial and movement signed;diameter 33mm
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 14/05/2017
    Country : Switzerland

    Sothebys #GE1701 - 2017-05 - Important Watches
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 61

    Rolex A YELLOW GOLD SQUARE FORM CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH SPIRAL TACHYMETER SCALE AND REGISTER REF 8206 GABUS CIRCA 1945


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 8206

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1940's
    Caliber : 69 T
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Case form : Square
    Reference Detail : 8206 GABUS
    Dimensions : 30 mm
    Complications : Chronometre, Tachymetre

    Description : • cal. 69 manual winding jewelled lever movement • silvered dial, applied triangular and square indexes, inner spiraled tachymeter scale calibrated to 500 units in blue, outermost minute track with 1/5 seconds divisions, engine-turned subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 30-minute register • 18k yellow gold square-form case, concave bezel, fluted lugs, snap-on back • case dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Rolex buckle;dimensions 30 mm x 30 mm
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 13/05/2017
    Country : Switzerland

    Phillips #CH080117 - 2017-05 - The Geneva Watch Auction: FIVE
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 169

    Rolex Follow;Ref. 3695;An extremely rare, well preserved and attractive yellow gold anti-magnetic chronograph wristwatch with champagne dial


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3695

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1940's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Caliber : T
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Case form : Square
    Dial color : Beige
    Reference Detail : 3695 AN
    Clasp type : Folding clasp
    Complications : Chronometre, Tachymetre

    Description : Manufacturer: Rolex;Year: Circa 1940;Reference No: 3695;Case No: 54'107;Material: 18K yellow gold;Calibre: Manual, 17 jewels;Bracelet/Strap: Leather;Clasp/Buckle: Gold plated Rolex buckle;Dimensions: 36mm. Diameter;Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed;Catalogue Essay;Reference 3695 is a very elusive reference. Hardly published in literature, the watch rarely ever appears on the market. A cursory search on the internet hardly yields results, further attesting to its mystique. Fitted with a snap-on case back the watch has decidedly "vintage" appearance with two square pushers.;Yet, further investigative research concludes that the reference was made for a very short period only, from 1940 to 191. Experts and scholars are of the opinion that reference 3695 is amongst the rarest and largest Rolex chronograph watches ever produced.;The present example is preserved in astounding condition, especially when one considers the age of the watch. Featuring a champagne dial, the watch is designed with an outer tachymeter printed in blue, and two subsidiary registers that are slightly sunken. The dial is furthermore free of visible spotting or tarnishing.;Most impressive is the case, which features a sharp coronet to the case back and incredibly crisp case and reference numbers. Its 36 millimeter diameter is furthermore very large and unusual for the period, attesting to Rolex's foresight and ingenuity. One can conclude the watch has hardly been touched in its 77 year life span, enabling the viewer to admire its different finishes.
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 13/05/2017
    Country : Switzerland

    Phillips #CH080117 - 2017-05 - The Geneva Watch Auction: FIVE
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 90

    Rolex Follow;Ref. 3525;A rare and attractive stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with black dial, luminous hands and hour markers


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Condition : Like new
    Period : 1940's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Steel
    Dial color : Black
    Reference Detail : 3525 ATTRACTIVE
    Clasp type : Folding clasp
    Dimensions : 35 mm
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : Manufacturer: Rolex;Year: 1942;Reference No: 3525;Case No: 150'742;Model Name: Oyster Chronograph “Bariletto”;Material: Stainless steel;Calibre: Mechanical, 13’’’, 17 jewels;Bracelet/Strap: Leather;Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Rolex buckle;Dimensions: 35mm. Diameter;Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed;Literature: Another similar example of a reference 3525 is illustrated in 100 Superlative Rolex Watches by John Goldberger, page 84.;Catalogue Essay;Introduced to the market in 1938, reference 3525 was available in pink gold, yellow gold, stainless steel or steel and gold combinations. An important breakthrough model for the firm, the reference displays one of Rolex’s most important technological advancements. It was the very first chronograph wristwatch to be housed in an Oyster case, and equipped with a water resistant screw down case back along with screw down crown.;The present example is a first generation example, as the case number and reference number are legible on the case back. Later examples would feature the case number in between the lugs.;Featuring an attractive black glossy dial, the watch has been preserved in excellent condition with sharp finishes to the case, and crisp serial number and reference number on the case back, which would have disappeared with even light polishing. All edges are sharp to the touch. To add another element of delight, the watch furthermore retains its original “Patent Oyster” crown.;This watch most interestingly displays very similar specs to the reference 3525 "Prisoner of War" watches that Rolex supplied to detained British army officers in WWII German war camps. These watches were often fitted with a black dial, gold graphics and luminous hands.;The gold graphics are still crisp and legible, complementing the numerals well and contrasting with the black glossy dial.
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 14/12/2016
    Country : United Kingdom

    Bonhams #23512 - 2016-12 - Fine Watches & Wristwatches including the Collection of a European Nobleman
    New Bond Street
    Lot ID : 85

    Rolex. An 18K rose gold manual wind chronograph square wristwatch


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 8206

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1950's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Caliber : 69 T
    Case material : Pink gold
    Case form : Square
    With diamonds : Yes :
    Bracelet material : *leath*
    Reference Detail : 8206 ,
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : Precision Gabus, Ref:8206, Circa 1950 17-jewel Valjoux Cal.69 manual wind movement with column wheel chronograph, silvered dial with applied gilt dart hour markers with square quarters, black inner 1/5th second divisions with Arabic numeral five minute markers, blue inner spiral scale, gilt faceted dagger hands with centre chronograph hand, subsidiary dials at 3 and 9 for constant seconds and 30 minute recording, brushed and polished square case with snap on back, concave bezel, flared stepped lugs, crown flanked by twin rectangular buttons, fitted brown lizard leather strap with signed plated buckle, together with fitted Rolex box, case, dial and movement signed 29mm.
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 14/12/2016
    Country : United Kingdom

    Bonhams #23512 - 2016-12 - Fine Watches & Wristwatches including the Collection of a European Nobleman
    New Bond Street
    Lot ID : 83

    Rolex. An 18K gold manual wind single button chronograph cushion form wristwatch


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 2022

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1940's
    Watch ID : 618***
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Case form : Cushion
    With diamonds : Yes :
    Bracelet material : *leath*
    Reference Detail : 2022 ,
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : Ref:2022, Serial No.618***, Circa 1947 17-jewel manual wind movement with column wheel chronograph, silvered dial with black Arabic numeral hour markers, black outer 1/5th second divisions with five minute markers, blued steel sword hands with centre chronograph hand, subsidiary dials at 3 and 9 for constant seconds and 30 minute recording, polished cushion form case with snap on back, personal engraving to case back, chronograph button set in the crown, fixed wire lugs, fitted black crocodile leather strap with signed 18K gold buckle, case, dial and movement signed 32mm.
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 14/12/2016
    Country : United Kingdom

    Bonhams #23512 - 2016-12 - Fine Watches & Wristwatches including the Collection of a European Nobleman
    New Bond Street
    Lot ID : 87

    Rolex. A rare and unusual 18K gold manual wind single button chronograph wristwatch


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 2303

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1930's
    Watch ID : 147**
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Case form : Barrel-shaped
    With diamonds : Yes :
    Dial color : Black
    Bracelet material : *leath*
    Reference Detail : 2303 ,
    Complications : Chronometre, Tachymetre

    Description : Ref:2303, Serial No.147**, Circa 1930 17-jewel manual wind movement with steel chronograph works, black dial with Arabic numeral hour markers, white outer 1/5th second divisions with Arabic five minute markers, further outer tachymetre scale, white dagger hands with centre chronograph hand, subsidiary dials at 3 and 9 for constant seconds and 30 minute recording, polished tonneau form case with screw down back, single chronograph button set within the crown, fitted brown leather strap with plated buckle, case, dial and movement signed 31mm.
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 14/12/2016
    Country : United Kingdom

    Bonhams #23512 - 2016-12 - Fine Watches & Wristwatches including the Collection of a European Nobleman
    New Bond Street
    Lot ID : 54

    Rolex. A stainless steel manual wind chronograph wristwatch with stepped hooded lugs


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 2917

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1930's
    Watch ID : 031***
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Steel
    Case form : Round
    Bracelet material : *leath*
    Reference Detail : 2917 ,
    Complications : Chronometre, Tachymetre

    Description : Ref:2917, Serial No.031***, Circa 1938 Jewelled manual wind movement with column wheel chronograph, silvered dial with gilt Arabic numeral hour markers, black outer 1/5th second divisions and tachymetre scale, blued steel leaf hands with centre chronograph hand, subsidiary dials at 3 and 9 for constant seconds and 30 minute recording, polished round case with snap on back, flared stepped hooded lugs, crown flanked by twin oval buttons, fitted brown crocodile leather strap with polished buckle, case, dial and movement signed 33mm.
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 07/12/2016
    Country : United States

    Sothebys #N09593 - 2016-12 - Important Watches
    New York
    Lot ID : 164

    Rolex RETAILED BY MONETTI NAPOLI: A FINE AND RARE STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTER TELEMETER AND TACHOMETER SCALES REF 3525 CASE 133950 MONOBLOCCO CIRCA 1941


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1940's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Caliber : 13 T
    Case material : Steel
    Diameter : 35 mm
    Dimensions : 35 mm
    Complications : Tachymetre

    Description : cal. 13''', manual nickel lever escapement, 17 jewels . silver dial with applied baton indexes and Arabic numerals, subsidiary dials for the constant second and the 30 minute register, outer minute/second track, outer blue telemeter and tachometer scales, blued steel baton hands . stainless steel Oyster case, screw down case back and crown . dial, movement and case signed . with a stainless steel Rolex buckle diameter 35 mm
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 28/11/2016
    Country : Hong Kong SAR China

    Phillips #HK080316 - 2016-11 - Rolex Milestones: 38 Legendary Watches That Shaped History
    Hong Kong
    Lot ID : 829

    Rolex


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category :
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Dial color : White
    Reference Detail : 3525 . MODEL OYSTER
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : Ref. 3525.Model: Oyster Chronograph “Bariletto”.An incredibly rare, exceptionally attractive and ver...
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 15/11/2016
    Country : Switzerland

    Sothebys #GE1604 - 2016-11 - Important Watches
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 256

    Rolex A STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS TELEMETER AND TACHYMETER REF 3525 CASE 386367 "MONOBLOCCO" CIRCA 1945


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1940's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Caliber : 13 T
    Case material : Steel
    Case form : Round
    Diameter : 34.5 mm
    Dimensions : 34.5 mm

    Description : cal. 13''' manual winding nickel lever movement, 17 jewels, mono-metallic balance . silver dial with painted luminous Arabic numerals and baton indexes, minute and 1/5 seconds track, outer 30-pulsations scale, subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 30-minute register, luminous hands . stainless steel Oyster case, screw-down crown, two round pushers to the band, screw-down back . case, dial and movement signed . with a stainless steel Rolex buckle diameter 34.5 mm
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 13/11/2016
    Country : Switzerland

    Antiquorum #302 - 2016-11 - Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 476

    ROLEX Ref. 2021


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 2021

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1930's
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Dial color : White
    Reference Detail : 2021
    Complications : Chronometre, Tachymetre

    Description : ROLEX REF. 2021 ENAMEL DIAL CHRONOGRAPH YELLOW GOLD.Rolex, case No. 13368, Ref. 2021. Made circa 1930s..Very fine and rare, large, 18K yellow gold gentleman's wristwatch with enamel dial, olive-shaped.single button chronograph, register, tachometer and telemeter.
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 13/11/2016
    Country : Switzerland

    Antiquorum #302 - 2016-11 - Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 545

    ROLEX Ref. 3834


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3834

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1950's
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Reference Detail : 3834
    Complications : Chronometre, Tachymetre

    Description : ROLEX REF. 3834 CHRONOGRAPH YELLOW GOLD.Rolex Chronograph, Antimagnetic, case No. no longer visible.Ref. 3834. Made in the 1950's..Fine and rare, antimagnetic, 18K yellow gold wristwatch with.square button chronograph, register, and tachometer.
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 12/11/2016
    Country : Switzerland

    Phillips #CH080216 - 2016-11 - The Geneva Watch Auction: Four
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 155

    Rolex


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category :
    Case material : Steel
    Dial color : Black
    Reference Detail : 3525 . MODEL ANTIMAGNETIQUE , MONOBLOCCO . AN

    Description : Ref. 3525.Model: Antimagnetique, Monoblocco.An extremely rare and highly attractive stainless st...
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 15/05/2016
    Country : Switzerland

    Phillips #CH080116 - 2016-05 - The Geneva Watch Auction: Three
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 110

    Rolex


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 2021

    Category :
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Dial color : White
    Reference Detail : 2021 .

    Description : Ref. 2021.A very attractive and unusually large yellow gold si...
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 08/11/2015
    Country : Switzerland

    Antiquorum #295 - 2015-11 - Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 151

    ROLEX, REF. 2303, BABY SINGLE BUTTON.CHRONOGRAPH, BLACK DIAL YELLOW GOLD.Rolex, case No. 16121, Ref. 2303. Made in 1935, retailed by.Kerby..Very fine and extremely rare, small, 18K yellow gold.wristwatch with co-axial button chronograph, registers.tachome


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 2303

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1930's
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Dial color : Black
    Reference Detail : 2303 , BABY SINGLE BUTTON .
    Complications : Chronometre, Tachymetre
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 30/06/2015
    Country : France

    Aguttes #23989 - 2015-06 - Horlogerie
    Paris
    Lot ID : 166

    ROLEX Vers 1940


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3834

    Category :
    Condition : Good
    Period : 1940's
    Watch ID : 57463
    Case material : Steel
    Dial color : Brown
    Reference Detail : 3834 .
    Diameter : 32 mm
    Dimensions : 32 mm
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : Ref 3834. N°57463. Chronographe junior en or 18K. Cadran or d'origine, index mixtes et aiguilles acier bleui. Compteur totalisateur 30 mn à 3h et secondes permanentes à 6h. Mouvement base Valjoux 69. Freq 18000 alt/h. Echappement à ancre. Boitier 3 corps, fond clippé. Fonctionne, bon état. Poids brut 37,2 gr. Diam 32mm.
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 27/06/2015
    Country : Hong Kong SAR China

    Antiquorum #292 - 2015-06 - Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
    Hong Kong
    Lot ID : 665

    ROLEX REF. 3834 CHRONOGRAPH YELLOW GOLD.Rolex Chronograph, Antimagnetic, case No. 13150, Ref. 3834 R..Made in the 1950's..Fine and rare, antimagnetic, 18K yellow gold wristwatch with square.button chronograph, register, tachometer, telemeter and a gold-.p


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3834

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1950's
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Reference Detail : 3834
    Complications : Chronometre, Tachymetre
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 17/06/2015
    Country : United States

    Christies #3752 - 2015-06 - Important Watches
    New York
    Lot ID : 157

    Rolex. A Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3834

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1940's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Steel
    Case form : Round
    Reference Detail : 3834 ,
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : Rolex. A Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch.Signed Rolex, Chronograph, Anti-Magnetic, Ref. 3834, Circa 1940.Mechanical lever movement, 17 jewels, silvered dial, applied Arabic numerals, two engine-turned subsidiary dials for 30 minute register and constant seconds, circular case, two oval chronograph buttons in the band, snap on back, stainless steel Rolex buckle, case, dial, and movement signed.35.5mm diam.
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 11/05/2015
    Country : Switzerland

    Christies #1407 - 2015-05 - Important Watches
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 156

    Rolex. A very fine, rare and historically important 18K gold chronograph wristwatch


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1940's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Case form : Round
    Reference Detail : 3525 ,
    Complications : Chronometre, Tachymetre

    Description : Rolex. A very fine, rare and historically important 18K gold chronograph wristwatch.Signed Rolex Oyster, Chronographe, Antimagnetique, ref. 3525, case no. 380'226, circa 1945.Mechanical movement, 17 jewels, silvered dial, applied gold baton and Arabic numerals, inner fifth of a second combined with Arabic five minutes divisions, blue telemetre scale, outer tachymetre scale, two sunken subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 30 minutes registers, circular water-resistant-type case, sloped bezel, screw back engraved PALMIRO TOGLIATTI AL DOTT. P. BIOCCA RICONOSCENTE 14-7-48, screw down crown, two round chronograph buttons in the band, gold plated Rolex buckle, case, dial and movement signed.35 mm. diam.
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 10/05/2015
    Country : Switzerland

    Phillips #CH080215 - 2015-05 - The Geneva Watch Auction: One
    Geneva
    Lot ID : 170

    170.Rolex


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : Chronograph
    Movement : Mechanical
    Caliber : T
    Case material : Yellow Gold
    Case form : Round
    Dial color : Silver
    Complications : Chronometre

    Description : Oyster Chronographe Antimagnetique, 3525, 18k yellow gold.1945.35mm. Diameter.Calibre: Manual.Case, dial and movement signed
    Rolex : Rolex Chronographe
    Sale date : 09/12/2014
    Country : United States

    Christies #3401 - 2014-12 - Important Watches
    New York
    Lot ID : 110

    Rolex. A Rare Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch with Black Dial


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    Brand : Rolex
    Model : Rolex Chronographe
    Reference : Rolex - 3525

    Category : Wrist Watch
    Period : 1940's
    Movement : Mechanical
    Caliber : 23 T
    Case material : Steel
    Case form : Round
    Dial color : Black
    Reference Detail : 3525 ,
    Complications : Chronometre, Tachymetre

    Description : Rolex. A Rare Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch with Black Dial.Signed Rolex Oyster, Chronograph, Anti-Magnetic, Ref. 3525, Case No. 185'970, Circa 1942.Cal. 23 mechanical movement, 17 jewels, black dial, luminous Arabic numerals, luminous hands, outer fifths and Arabic five minute divisions, outer telemeter and tachymeter scales, two engine-turned subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 30 minutes registers, circular water-resistant-type case, screw back, screw down crown, two round chronograph buttons in the band, stainless steel Rolex buckle, case, dial and movement signed.34 mm diam..View Lot Notes >.Lot Notes.The present watch is an attractive example of the celebrated reference 3525 chronograph. It is from the early series of this reference with the engraved reference and serial numbers on the outside of the case back whereas the latest examples have engravings between the lugs..Known among Italian collectors as barilotto or keg due to its shape, it is equally referred to as monoblocco as its case has been forged in one piece. Adorned with an attractive black dial, the present watch delights by its nicely defined outlines and well-preserved back with sharp milling and crisp case number..Production of reference 3525 was launched in 1939. The model was made in stainless steel, yellow and pink gold as well as combined steel and gold (be it yellow or pink). Some examples of this reference were supplied by Rolex to British Officers who were prisoners of war, or POWs, in German war camps during the Second World War, a fact that makes this reference infamous..Different versions in regard to case material and dial layout are illustrated in 100 Superlative Rolex Watches by John Goldberger, pp. 96-107, and in I Cronografi Rolex - La Leggenda, Pucci Papaleo Editore, pp. 162-192.

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