Lot 1009

Rolex Oyster Ref. 2416 Cushion-shaped wristwatch in 9K Gold

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Estimate:
$1,000 - $2,000
Sold For:
$1,125
Brand:
Rolex
Category:
Watch
Sold for $1,125

CIRCA: 1920s
REF.: 2416
CASE NUMBER: 36751
CASE MATERIAL: 9k yellow gold
CASE DIMENSIONS: 28 x 28 mm
DIAL: Gold finish with black Arabic numerals, blue steel hands, and subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock
BRACELET MATERIAL: Black leather strap
BRACELET SIZE: 6 to 7-3/4 inches
MOVEMENT: Manual winding with 15 jewels
FUNCTIONS: Time

This is a beautiful example of an early Rolex Oyster watch and features a beautiful cushion-shaped case with mechanical movement, soldered lugs,  both with screw back and screw down crown to give the watch its innovative resistance to water and dust.

From: 1028 Important Watches