99th Auction
2019/5/11
Lot 258
Rolex "Officially Certified Chronometer" - so called "Calatrava", Movement No. N99062, Case No. 146395, Ref. 8952, Cal. 1210, 35 mm, circa 1956
An elegant vintage wristwatch with indirect centre seconds
Case: 18k gold, engine-turned index bezel, push back with engraving "Modelé Deposé" and Rolex crown. Dial: early silvered dial with lettering "Officially Certified Chronometer".
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 18k yellow gold case with a matte silvered dial that lends it a particularly warm appeal - a timepiece that pairs well with any elegant gentleman’s outfit.
An elegant vintage wristwatch with indirect centre seconds
Case: 18k gold, engine-turned index bezel, push back with engraving "Modelé Deposé" and Rolex crown. Dial: early silvered dial with lettering "Officially Certified Chronometer".
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 18k yellow gold case with a matte silvered dial that lends it a particularly warm appeal - a timepiece that pairs well with any elegant gentleman’s outfit.
Sold
estimated
2.200—4.000 €
Price realized
3.200 €