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1937 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131 Bubble Back 9K Gold Watch

Item Details

A 1937 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3131 Bubble Back. This is a beautiful and unique wristwatch that is a true collector’s item for its style and the fact that it is one of the earliest Rolex watches. This vintage timepiece features a smooth 9K yellow gold bubble back case with a bold style that frames a white dial with Arabic numerals and swords style hands. The timepiece is displayed on a nylon Nato band with a base metal buckle.

Condition Details
- running at time of evaluation without detailed testing, future state not guaranteed.
- refinished dial and replaced hands.
- the crystal is scratched.
- deep scratches on the edge of the case back.
- wear and scratches on the buckle.

Brand: Rolex
Style: Vintage
Type: Wristwatch
Model Name: Oyster Perpetual 3131 Bubble Back
Model Number: 3131
Case to Case (mm): 32.00
Bezel Material: 9K Yellow Gold
Case Material: 9K Yellow Gold
Caseback Material: 9K Yellow Gold
Total Weight (grams): 43.20
Movement: Rolex Cal.630 Automatic, 17 Jewels
Estimated Production Year: 1937
Markings to Inside: Oyster Watch Co., Geneva – Swiss, Great Britain Patents, Swiss Patents, French Patents, U.S.A. Patents, German Patents, R.W.C. Ltd., Key of Geneva # 10, 9.375, Glasgow Import Mark, Glasgow Date Letter “q”.
Bracelet/Fob Style: NATO
Clasp Style: Buckle
Total Length: 9.00"
  • Timekeeping accuracy not guaranteed.
  • This item has been evaluated by a Watch Specialist using industry standard testing to ensure metal content and accuracy. All weights and measurements are estimated and approximate​.
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ITMG828465

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