57 :: Rare Rolex 'Pre-Oyster' Hermetic silver wire-lug wristwatch, ref. 397, import hallmarks London 1923, circular dial with Arabic numerals, outer minute track and subsidiary seconds, 15 jewel timed six positions for all climates Rolex Prima movement, inscribed inner case back, Hermetic screw front case with fluted bezel, case maker W&D (Wilsdorf & Davis), 32mm (no strap) - **See Dowling & Hess - The Best of Time Rolex Wristwatches, An Unauthorized History, page 46 for similar reference to the model. - **Green Rolex pouch and Rolex service note dated 26/04/2016
Rare Rolex 'Pre-Oyster' Hermetic silver wire-lug wristwatch, ref. 397, import hallmarks London 1923, circular dial with Arabic numerals, outer minute track and subsidiary seconds, 15 jewel timed six positions for all climates Rolex Prima movement, inscribed inner case back, Hermetic screw front case with fluted bezel, case maker W&D (Wilsdorf & Davis), 32mm (no strap) - **See Dowling & Hess - The Best of Time Rolex Wristwatches, An Unauthorized History, page 46 for similar reference to the model. - **Green Rolex pouch and Rolex service note dated 26/04/2016
Estimate: £800-1200
Sold For: £800.00
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Sale Date: 22nd May 2019
Sale Name: The Watch Auction