ROLEX, VERY RARE AND HIGHLY UNUSUAL YELLOW GOLD 'IMPERIAL PRINCE' POCKET WATCH, REF. 9248Important information about this lot
Price Realised USD 6,300
Estimate
USD 5,000 - USD 10,000
Estimates do not reflect the final hammer price and do not include buyer's premium, any applicable taxes or artist's resale right. Please see the Conditions of Sale for full details.
Closed: 14 Jun 2024
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ROLEX, VERY RARE AND HIGHLY UNUSUAL YELLOW GOLD 'IMPERIAL PRINCE' POCKET WATCH, REF. 9248
The present lot, a Rolex reference 9248 Imperial Prince pocket watch is a highly rare, attractive, and unusual timepiece. Featuring a hexagonal "pear" shaped 18k gold case, the keyless lever watch has a "doctor's" style dial configuration with strong emphasis on the oversized subsidiary seconds at 6 o'clock so doctors could easily ready and relay one's pulse. The case features both high polished and brushed finishing and is extremely well-preserved with crisp hallmarks given the age of the timepiece dating back to the late 1940s. Incredibly, the watch features a large and appropriately sized Ultra Prima Rolex movement with beautiful architecture and finishing alike. The caliber boasts hand-finished Côtes de Genève, swirling bridge anglage, star decoration, and black mirror-polishing finished to an impressive degree for the legendary manufacturer.
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Condition report
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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
Movement: The movement is running at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch. Dial: The has very light spotting and light debris with aging at the edges. The gold hour markers and hands have developed a patina. Case: The case has light to moderate scratches and light nicks throughout. The crystal has a spot at the upper right side. Hallmarks are crisp and well-defined. Overall Condition: Very good
1. All lots are sold "AS IS", and this condition report is provided purely as a goodwill service and may not specify all mechanical replacements or defects. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in good condition and without defects, repairs, or restoration. You are accordingly encouraged to view the lots personally or through your own professional advisor.
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We thank you for your interest in the forthcoming sale. We remind you again that all property is sold “as is” and should be viewed personally by you or by your professional advisor before the sale to assess its condition.
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ROLEX, VERY RARE AND HIGHLY UNUSUAL YELLOW GOLD 'IMPERIAL PRINCE' POCKET WATCH, REF. 9248Estimate: USD 5,000 - 10,000
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