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Rolex Cushion Shaped Oyster Watch, Dated 1938
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Rolex Cushion Shaped Oyster Watch, Dated 1938

1920 - 1940
Sold 8 October 2019 · Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
This “Rolex Cushion Shaped Oyster Watch, Dated 1938 ” found a buyer.

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Description

A fine example of an horological icon. Originally the “cushion” oyster was marketed at the world’s first waterproof watch (although we strongly advise not wearing this in water now). This rare example features an original, unrestored Rolex signed dial with number hour markers. The case – also unrestored – displays a stunning patina with engraving to the backplate: From Mother / Dec 1938.

Supplied on a new (non-Rolex) replacement strap. With a 6 month parts and labour warranty.

Movement – Manual.

Dated – 1938.

Case Material – 9k gold. Hallmarked.

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this piece to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA472016
Dealers Internal Reference
55HH023
Description
A fine example of an horological icon.
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Originally the “cushion” oyster was marketed at the world’s first waterproof watch (although we strongly advise not wearing this in water now).
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd

This rare example features an original, unrestored Rolex signed dial with number hour markers. The case – also unrestored – displays a stunning patina with engraving to the backplate: From Mother / Dec 1938.

Supplied on a new (non-Rolex) replacement strap. With a 6 month parts and labour warranty.

Movement – Manual.

Dated – 1938.

Case Material – 9k gold. Hallmarked.

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this piece to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA472016
Dealers Internal Ref
55HH023
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2014

Gatsby jewellery are a husband and wife team who have years of knowledge and experience in dealing in fine antique jewellery.

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Telephone 01992 842 123
Location
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
3 Coppice Row
Theydon Bois
Essex
CM16 7ES
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/gatsby
Verified Since May 2014
Items For Sale 265
Items Sold 2,976
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
Verified Since May 2014
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Location: Gatsby Jewellery Ltd, 3 Coppice Row, Theydon Bois, Essex, CM16 7ES, United Kingdom
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ROLEX Cushion Shaped Oyster Watch, dated 1938
ROLEX Cushion Shaped Oyster Watch, dated 1938
Ref: SA472016
ROLEX Cushion Shaped Oyster Watch, dated 1938
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  • Period1920 - 1940
  • SizeH 30 cm (12 in) x W 25 cm (10 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)
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