12,650 CHF
Rolex Oyster Perpetual "Explorer", Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, Ref. 1016, retailed by Cartier. Production of this reference started in the 1960s. Fine and very rare tonneau-shaped, center-seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch with a stainless steel Jubilé bracelet. Accompanied by the original fitted box. Three-body, polished and brushed, screwed-down case back and crown. Black with tritium-coated Arabic numerals and bâton and triangular indexes, above the 6, the "Cartier" signature. Tritium-coated "Skeleton" hands. Cal. 1570, rhodium plated, 26 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to temperatures and 5 positions, shock-absorber, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring.Dial, case and movement signed, lugs stamped with Cartier number.Diam. 35 mm. Height 12 mm.Approx. overall length 195 mm.
Auctioneer:
Antiquorum
Date:
2004-10-24
