A beautiful early 20th century 50mm Rolex Swiss Pocket Watch accompanied with its original outer box bearing the retailers signature; J Childs Birmingham (U.K). The case back has a monogram inscription’JPS’. This wonderful collectors piece is powered by a high grade factory 17 Jewelled Rolex signed Lever movement only found in high end Rolex pocket watches, majority of the Rolex pocket watches of the era were powered by 15 jewelled movements. 9 carat solid Rose gold case with hallmarks for Birmingham dating to 1917 denoting letter S. Housed in a five piece hinged Aaron Lufkin Dennison (A.L.D) half hunter case (Official Rolex case-maker) with top wind and time change. The outer case has a Perspex window surrounded with a chapter ring and blued Roman numerals. White enamel dial has Roman numerals, chapter ring and blue Breguet steel spade and whip hands with a subsidiary seconds dial at ‘6’. In excellent running order keeping accurate time and functioning very well indeed. Gross weight 97 gm. Fully inspected and tested by master watchmaker with no issues to report other than general wear commensurate with age. With careful use and treated with care, this watch will make an excellent investment and heirloom piece which is ready use, treasure and enjoy!
Original Enamel Dial: Unsigned dial was an option for Rolex customers in the period the watch was made. White enamel with Roman numerals dial, chapter ring with minute markers and five minute indexes, subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o'clock in excellent working order. Blue steel spade and whip hands in good condition. Overall the Enamel dial is in excellent condition. No hairlines or cracks some micro dirt marks commensurate with age not noticeable to the naked eye unless under x4 loupe magnification.
Original Crystal: Perspex is in very good condition.
Original Solid Gold Case: Polished stepped case measures 50mm without crown in 9 carat Rose gold. Has surface scratches associated with polished precious metals commensurate with age and wear.
Original Solid Gold Case Back Cover Outer (Front): Perspex window in good condition with applied blued Roman numerals. Has surface hairline scratches associated with polished precious metals commensurate with age and wear. Overall good condition for age. Hinges are in good condition.
Original Solid Gold Case Back Cover Inner Front:
In good condition - Signed A.L.D (Aaron Lufkin Dennison) Marked 9.375 Numbered 111286. Hinges are good.
Original Solid Gold Case Back Cover Outer: Monogram inscription ‘JPS’. Has surface hairline scratches associated with precious polished metals commensurate with age and wear. Hinges are in good condition. Please observe photographs.
Original Solid Gold Cover Outer Inner: Signed A.L.D (Aaron Lufkin Dennison) Official Rolex Case Maker, numbered ‘111286’ marked .375 with hallmarks for Birmingham (Anchor with denoting letter S dating to 1917. Has surface scratches associated with precious polished metals commensurate with age and wear. Hinges are in good condition.
Original Solid Gold Movement Dust Cover Outer Movement: Has surface hairline scratches associated with polished precious metals commensurate with age and wear, hinges are in good condition.
Original Gold Solid Gold Movement Case Inner: Stamped ‘Dennison Watch Case Company Ltd’ Numbered 111286 A.L.D. 9.375. Has surface hairline scratches associated with precious polished metals commensurate with age and wear.. Hinges are in good condition.
Original Movement: Signed Rolex Lever 3 ADJ 17 Seventeen Jewels Swiss Made. Rare high grade movement. Tested and regulated to run accurately by a master watchmaker in good working order.
Original Bow: In good condition. Stamped 9.375.
Original Onion Crown/Winder: Has worn to a silver colour. In good functioning order with general wear commensurate with age.
Original Retailer’s Presentation Box: Signed J. Childs Birmingham (U.K). In well used condition with missing inner and imperfections commensurate with age.
* Please observe photographs carefully as they form part of the description*
Please note the Rolex is over 105 years old. Shipping DHL insured registered post World wide. Buyer responsible for any taxes or duties due which may delay or hold up your shipment at destination port.
Rolex pocket watches are an interesting part of the brand's history!
Rolex started producing pocket watches in 1905, and they continued to do so until the 1970s. These watches were known for their precision and reliability, just like their more famous wristwatches.
Some notable Rolex pocket watch models include:
- The Rolex Prince: A high-quality pocket watch with a rectangular case and an elegant, Art Deco design.
- Rolex Military Pocket Watches: Rolex produced pocket watches for military use during both World War I and World War II. These watches were often marked with military insignia and are highly collectible today.
- Rolex Grand Prix: A high-end pocket watch with a chronograph function, produced in the 1940s and 1950s.