ROLEX

ROLEX, SWITZERLAND, REF. 5028, "OVETTONE", STAINLESS STEEL A very fine and rare, early, large, stainless steel, self winding center second wristwatch Brand: Rolex, switzerland Model: "Ovettone" Reference: 5028 Year: circa 1940's Case: 412124 Caliber: 17 jewels Diameter: 36 Signature: dial, case and movement Provenance: Property of a Japanese gentleman Grading System: AAA (Excellent) Case: 3-8 (Good , Slightly scratched) Dial: 3-6-01 (Good , Slightly oxidized , HANDS Original) Movement: 3* (Good , Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense) HKD: 58,000 - 96,000 USD: 7,300 - 12,200 EUR: 6,500 - 10,800 JPY: 1,160,000 - 1,920,000 Already unusual by its large 36 mm size back in the 1940's when most watches were sized at around 30 mm, this Ovettone or Big Bubble has been maintained in all original condition still featuring its radium index dial still reacting to the Geiger counter.

Estimate:$7,256.67

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