ROLEX

ROLEX, SWITZERLAND, REF. 4048, "BARILOTTO", BLACK DIAL, STAINLESS STEEL A fine, rare and attractive, stainless steel, manual wind waterproof chronograph wristwatch Brand: Rolex, switzerland Model: "Barilotto" Reference: 4048 Year: circa 1950 Case: 206331 Caliber: 17 jewels Diameter: 35 Signature: dial, case and movement Provenance: Property of a German collector Grading System: AAA (Excellent) Case: 3-8 (Good , Slightly scratched) Dial: 2-6-55-01-05 (Very good , Slightly oxidized , Luminous material reapplied , HANDS Original , HANDS Luminous material reapplied) Movement: 3* (Good , Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense) HKD: 430,000 - 720,000 USD: 55,000 - 92,000 EUR: 48,600 - 81,000 JPY: 8,640,000 - 14,390,000 Known to collectors as "Barilotto" meaning small barrel, the 4048 is one of the most attractive chronographs of the 1940's produced by Rolex with its unusual high and steep bezel reinforcing its presence. Usually found with a silver dial, this example has the most desirable and rare configuration featuring a wonderfully preserved black dial.

Estimate:£40,890.91

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