Rolex
“Dato Compax”, circa 1947
ROLEX
"Dato Compax", ref. 4768, No. 624871
Around 1947
Chronograph bracelet in steel and 18k (750) pink gold with complete calendar
Case: round, stylized lugs, rose gold bezel and pushers, double corrector on the middle, non-original winding crown, caseback engraved with the Rolex crown and serial number, signed
Dial: patinated, square index, 3 counters for indicating the hours, minutes and seconds, double window for the days of the week and the months, railroad hand for the date, 1/5th of a second graduation, tachymeter, signed
Movement: mechanical cal.72, 17 jewels, signed
Diam. : 35mm
Gross weight: 45.70g.
Provenance: Preserved in the family of the original owner since its acquisition
A stainless steel and 18k rose gold manual winding chronograph wristwatch with triple calendar
Family inheritance
CONDITION REPORT:
When the catalog was written, the movement operated intermittently. Please note that timing accuracy is not guaranteed and Artcurial cannot be held responsible for any repair costs.
Good state of conservation
Original dial with significant traces of humidity (oxidation), erased writings
Case in good condition, crown and winder not original
Provide for an adjustment of the correctors on the case middle
We warn our potential buyers that the bracelets made of the dermis of protected species are presented but not sold with the watches. Artcurial reserves the right to remove these bracelets in the event of importation.
POSTPONEMENT CONDITION:
At the time of cataloging the movement is ticking. Please note that the movement has not been checked for timekeeping accuracy and Artcurial will not be held responsible for any repairs should they be required.
Good condition
Original dial with significant oxidation taste
Writing erased
Case in good condition, crown not original
Adjustment for the calendar recommended
Please be advised that straps made of material derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (ie. Alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these straps prior to shipping
This watch from the descendant of the original owner is part of a small series of watches produced at Rolex from 1947. This reference was available in several versions in steel or even two-tone like this one in yellow or pink gold and steel .
Considered at the time to be the most complicated watch in production at Rolex, the Dato Compax has become a much sought-after piece today by many collectors. Its classic style gives it a very classic appearance like the sports watches produced thereafter.
Literature
I Cronografi Rolex, La Leggenda, Pucci Papaleo Editore, pp. 366-371.
Estimate 12,000 - 18,000 €
Sale €26,000
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