Lot 75 PROPERTY FROM A DISTINGUISHED EUROPEAN COLLECTION
ROLEX. A RARE AND EXTREMELY FINE LARGE STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC TRIPLE CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON PHASES
SIGNED ROLEX, PERPETUAL, CASE NO. 686038, REF. NO. 8171, CIRCA 1950
Closed10 June 2009
Price Realised
USD 182,500
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Specialist note
Rolex reference 8171 is affectionately refered to as the Padellone by collectors. The present example is in superb condition still retaining extremly crisp engraved case number and Rolex coronet to the case back. This well preserved example is possibly in its original condition as when it left the Rolex manufacture in Geneva and provides a wonderful opportunity to acquire such a spectacular example.
Rolex produced only two different models of moonphase wristwatches, references 8171 and 6062. Both models are automatic, however reference 8171 has a snap on back, while reference 6062 is fitted with a water-resistant-type screw back.
Reference 8171 was made in a small series between 1949 and 1952, mostly in yellow gold. Examples in pink gold or in stainless steel are very rare.
Rolex produced only two different models of moonphase wristwatches, references 8171 and 6062. Both models are automatic, however reference 8171 has a snap on back, while reference 6062 is fitted with a water-resistant-type screw back.
Reference 8171 was made in a small series between 1949 and 1952, mostly in yellow gold. Examples in pink gold or in stainless steel are very rare.