107th Auction
2022/11/19
Lot 134
RolexPrince Brancard Pyjama
An extremely rare, very early vintage bicolor wristwatch - striped model
Sold
estimated
4.000—8.000 €
Price realized
5.300 €
specific features
Case
18 K gold / white gold, push back, case maker's punch mark "R.W.C. Ltd".
Dial
Two-tone silvered.
Movement
Manual.
Case no.65150
Ref.971
Diam.26 x 42 mm
Circa1932
Ctry.Switzerland
The model "Prince" is without doubt the most elegant wristwatch among the form watches: rectangular and slightly curved to fit well onto the wrist. The first models Prince Brancard - Ref. 971, 971A, 971 U and 1490 - were produced from 1929 to 1935; the striped model is undoubtly the most sought-after Prince among collectors and it is very interesting to know that the price of this watch was respectable £ 65 in 1929.