107th Auction
2022/11/19
Lot 141
RolexCalatrava Oversize
An elegant vintage wristwatch with indirect centre seconds
Sold
estimated
1.400—5.000 €
Price realized
3.300 €
specific features
Case
18 K gold, engine-turned index bezel, push back with engraved Rolex crown.
Dial
Early silvered dial with lettering "Officially Certified Chronometer".
Movement
Manual.
Ref.8952R
Cal.1210
Diam.35 mm
Circa1956
Ctry.Switzerland
It is a little known fact that Rolex launched a number of so-called dress watches during the 1950s. They were elegant wristwatches intended to be worn by the distinguished gentlemen of the 1950s. This Rolex model hardly ever comes on the market; it features an 18 K yellow gold case with a matte silvered dial that lends it a particularly warm appeal.