Rolex Oyster Chronometer "Rolesium "Observatory Wristwatch Ref. 1573 Case: 29mm x 38mm (including lugs), "Rolesium", tonneau shaped case with screw down case back Dial: White dial with luminous numbers and markers, Luminous pencil hands Movement: Manual wind, 17 jewels, "Officially Tested In 8 Ways" and wheel signed "Rolex Observatory" Movement number: 9408 Band: Vintage stainless steel "Bamboo" style NATO Signed: Dial, case and movement signed by maker HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

Type: Rolex Oyster Chronometer "Rolesium" Observatory Wristwatch Ref. 1573
Signed: Dial, case and movement signed by maker
Model: Observatory (Ref: 1573)
Dial: White dial with luminous numbers and markers
Hands: Luminous pencil hands
Metal: "Rolesium"
Case Info: tonneau shaped case with screw down case back
Case Length: 38mm (including lugs)
Case Width: 29mm
Crystal: Acrylic
Watch Movement: Manual wind, 17 jewels, "Officially Tested In 8 Ways" and wheel signed "Rolex Observatory" Movement number: 9408
Band: Vintage stainless steel "Bamboo" style NATO
Circa: 1943
Condition: The watch is in excellent condition. The case appears to have been detailed as some point and exhibits no scratches or dings. The case back shows a slight ripple effect from refinishing. Crown and case back screws down smoothly and securely. Refinished dial shows slight drag mark by sub-seconds. No issues with the bracelet. Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only And should Not be relied upon as statements of fact, And do Not constitute a representation, warranty, Or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "As Is"

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