Collector Rarity and Condition 1950’s Solid 10ct Rose Gold ‘3 Star’ Mid-Size (30 mm’s) Rolex Precision Vintage Watch

The Overview

After buying over 2,000 Rolex and being offered thousands more this is the first ‘3 Star’ Rolex we’ve ever had…. The ‘3 Star’ Rolex dial was saved for the best of the best and they are amongst the most collectable and sought after Rolex in the world…..

Dating from the 1950’s, the solid 10ct rose gold ‘Thunderbird’ bezel case is virtually flawless – please note, this would’ve originally been a man’s watch but is more a ladies size now though this is more of a collector piece. The original ivory/cream dial has been professionally refinished to the highest possible standards. The applied rose gold arrow head batons with rose gold dot batons at the quarters along with the original rose gold hands and sub-second create a stunning look. The very high grade Rolex signed manual wind ‘Precision’ movement is again in excellent condition and has just been fully serviced by our professional watchmaker. To complete this amazing piece we’ve added a new, super high quality, dark brown Hirsch and Sonning Vintage Watches ‘London’ alligator skin strap with gold plated buckle (these retail at £195.00).

This is a beautiful example of this iconic watch and if history is any judge it will only increase in value.

As mentioned, it has just been serviced by my watchmaker and, in view of the high-grade Swiss movement, I will include a 3 month guarantee on the movement which is long enough for you to assess the working order.

The Case

Dating from the 1950’s, the solid 10ct rose gold ‘Thunderbird’ bezel case is virtually flawless – please note, this would’ve originally been a man’s watch but is more a ladies size now though this is more of a collector piece. The case measures 31 mm’s across, excluding the Rolex signed winding crown and 38 mm’s long including the lugs. The inside case carries the early style of the Rolex crown and is signed ‘Rolex Geneva Swiss’ and the case numbers are ‘731’ & ‘8170’. It also has the appropriate hallmarks for solid 10ct gold.

The Dial

The original ivory/cream dial has been professionally refinished to the highest possible standards. The applied rose gold arrow head batons with rose gold dot batons at the quarters along with the original rose gold hands and sub-second create a stunning look. The dial carries the applied rose gold stars and is signed ‘Rolex’ and ‘Swiss Made’.

The Movement

The very high grade Rolex signed manual wind ‘Precision’ movement is again in excellent condition and has just been fully serviced by our professional watchmaker. The movement is signed ‘Rolex Precision’, ‘Patented Super Balance’, ’17 Rubis’ and ‘Swiss’. The movement number is ‘33467’.

The Strap

To complete this amazing piece we’ve added a new, super high quality, dark brown Hirsch and Sonning Vintage Watches ‘London’ alligator skin strap with gold plated buckle (these retail at £195.00).

Couriering and Pre-Delivery Inspection

We use the Royal Mail’s Guaranteed next day service for UK sales and DHL for all overseas shipping. All our watches are fully serviced, but prior to couriering each one will undergo a 3 day pre-delivery check to ensure the watch is in perfect condition.

Service, Repair and Refurbishment

Our association with the best of the industry allows us to offer a limited number quality servicing and repair for most of the famous Swiss brands; such as Rolex, Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin and Cartier, as well as Omega, Longines, Jaeger LeCoultre, Breitling, IWC, Breguet, and a wide range of complications.

In collaboration with our watchmaker, we offer the following services:

Watch Repairs

Watch Servicing

Watch Restoration

Case Refinishing

Case Repair and Complete Restoration

The Conclusion

This is a rare and highly collectable vintage watch from one of horology’s most famous names and will, if history is any judge, provide an excellent financial investment as well as a possession to treasure and enjoy. We will provide an insurance valuation in excess of our asking price. Please appreciate the difficulty of photographing this piece, it looks even better in real life. Subject to your location we’ll happily show the watch. Please ring our office if you have any questions: Chris 07917 100927

Please take a moment to look at my other watches in the Sonning Vintage Watches E Bay Shop.

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