Rolex Oyster Royal mid-size stainless steel wristwatch, refe...

Hammer

£850

Rolex Oyster Royal mid-size stainless steel wristwatch, reference no. 2280, serial no. 123xxx, circa 1940s, silvered dial with Arabic numerals, baton markers, luminous set hands and subsidiary seconds dial, screw-down Oyster crown, 17 jewel movement, the case back inscribed 'B.A Herald 1942', modern black leather strap, 30mm

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Movement - currently functioning.
Dial - original dial with a stained tarnished appearance and surface wear - see images.
Glass - light marks.
Hands - period hands with nice patina consistent with the age of the watch.
Case - marks present as expected for a 1940s watch, inscribed back - see images for guidance.
Crown - adjusts and screws down correctly.
Strap - modern in god condition.
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Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained