$10,200
Rolex 6150 pre-explorer from the estate of Michael Crichton Rolex, “Oyster Perpetual Precision”, case No. 931080, Ref. 6150. Made in 1953. Fine and rare, center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel wristwatch with a stainless steel Rolex Oyster expansion bracelet. Accompanied by a document of authentication. Three-body, polished and brushed, screw-down case back and crown, inclined bezel, concave lugs. Black with luminous Arabic numerals and baton indexes, outer minutes/seconds divisions. Luminous skeleton hands. Cal. A 260, rhodium-plated, 18 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, Super-balance, shock absorber, self-compensating Breguet balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 36 mm. Thickness 15 mm. Approx. overall length 180 mm. Notes The serial number of the present watch, 931080, is commonly seen in reference material as the first case number issued for the second period of 1953. Michael Crichton, 1942-2008 was an American author, director and screenwriter with a doctorate in medicine. Best known for his book Jurassic Park, Michael Crichton was at one time the only writer in America to have a film, television series and book all in the best-selling charts at the same time. Although the fact is not widely known, Michael Crichton was a passionate collector of watches, with a preference for vintage Rolex Sports models.
Auctioneer:
Antiquorum
Date:
2010-03-10
