#68 • Rolex Oyster Army, ref 3139, circa 1943

Part of 260618 - "Time For Summer" Watches, Jewelry & Coins - June 11 - 18 (timed auction by Jones & Horan Auctions)

High bid $1,700.00

Status: Sold

WW - Rolex Oyster Army, ref 3139, circa 1943, manual wind, 29mm x 38mm to lug tips, 16mm lug width, original stainless steel screw back Oyster case, black leather strap, original black dial with radium painted numerals, 17J, s#259849, triple signed, inside back ref 3139. CONDITION: Mvt: Running, fine cosmetic mvt condition overall, spotting and light oxide to steelwork, light fine scratches to plates; fine original dial with even spotting and discoloration, Rolex logo and coronet have nearly faded away, radium lume has faded evenly on dial and hands; fine radium Mercedes hands with light tarnish, paint loss to both hands; polished case shows light wear, several light dings on lugs and bezel, a few tool marks to case back; Rolex signed crown shows little wear, threads in half a turn; good crystal; resealed for auction. Estimate: $900 - $1,800 JH-78851