ROLEX
ROLEX, SWITZERLAND, REF. 3877, EMPIRE, 18K PINK GOLD
An exceptional, very rare, well-preserved, 18k pink gold, self winding wristwatch with pink dial
Brand: Rolex, switzerland
Model: Empire
Reference: 3877
Year: circa 1943
Case: 53490
Caliber: 9 3/4''', 17 jewels
Diameter: 32
Signature: dial, case and movement
Provenance:
Property of a Dutch Gentleman
Grading System: EXCEPTIONAL
Case: 2-8 (Very good , Slightly scratched)
Dial: 2-8-01 (Very good , Slightly scratched , HANDS Original)
Movement: 2* (Very good , Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense)
HKD: 52,000 - 87,000
USD: 6,700 - 11,100
EUR: 6,200 - 10,200
The Rolex Empire is an unusual reference to start off with. Featuring a large domed caseback to accommodate the self-winding movement as well as a coin edge band, this particular example is particularely attractive from its condition perspective as it shows very little use with a deep and sharp hallmark on the band as well as a beautifully preserved pink dial that matches the case perfectly. When last sold at auction in 2012, it brought a spectacular price of CHF 52'500 reflecting its desirability and rarity.
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Provenance: Christies, May 14, 2012, lot 328.
Size: 32
Signature: dial, case and movement
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ROLEX, SWITZERLAND, REF. 3877, EMPIRE, 18K PINK GOLD
An exceptional, very rare, well-preserved, 18k pink gold, self winding wristwatch with pink dial
Brand: Rolex, switzerland
Model: Empire
Reference: 3877
Year: circa 1943
Case: 53490
Caliber: 9 3/4''', 17 jewels
Diameter: 32
Signature: dial, case and movement
Provenance:
Property of a Dutch Gentleman
Grading System: EXCEPTIONAL
Case: 2-8 (Very good , Slightly scratched)
Dial: 2-8-01 (Very good , Slightly scratched , HANDS Original)
Movement: 2* (Very good , Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense)
HKD: 52,000 - 87,000
USD: 6,700 - 11,100
EUR: 6,200 - 10,200
The Rolex Empire is an unusual reference to start off with. Featuring a large domed caseback to accommodate the self-winding movement as well as a coin edge band, this particular example is particularely attractive from its condition perspective as it shows very little use with a deep and sharp hallmark on the band as well as a beautifully preserved pink dial that matches the case perfectly. When last sold at auction in 2012, it brought a spectacular price of CHF 52'500 reflecting its desirability and rarity.
Biography
Provenance: Christies, May 14, 2012, lot 328.
Size: 32
Signature: dial, case and movement