Rare Watches Blog

We are delighted to introduce an extremely rare, high grade gentleman’s vintage Rolex “Ultra Prima Chronometer”, manual wind wristwatch, with subsidiary seconds, in beautiful 9ct. Rose Gold. C.1936. Rolex, model # 2467.

The silvered dial in superb and totally original condition,with some attractive ageing adding to the handsome vintage appearance. Original, classic Blued Steel “Feuille” hands. The dial signed “Rolex Chronometer Swiss Made” with subsidiary seconds.

The case in superb condition, and of an elegant and most distinctive Art Deco design, signed “Rolex 25 Worlds records Geneva Suisse. RWC Co.” ( Rolex Watch Company) with Rolex serial case numbering and ref #2467.

The Rolex is struck with British Import hallmarks for the year 1936.

A most charming and elegant mid-size Gentleman’s wristwatch, case diameter: 30mm.

The movement used in this beautiful and extremely rare timepiece is of the very highest grade and in excellent condition. Signed “Rolex Chronometer Ultra Prima Timed 6 Positions 18 Rubies. Chronometer # 70997”.

This wonderful vintage Rolex is extremely rare indeed as it not only possess one of the highest grade “Chronometer” movements produced by Rolex during this Vintage period, but also is an extremely rare case design, seldom seen.

The magnificent “Ultra Prima” movement was the highest grade of movement next to the “Kew A” movements, used by Rolex in international competitions to obtain the coveted “Kew A Chronometer Certificate“, the highest accolade in horology.

An 18 Jewelled movement with Gold train, Ruby capped end stones over the balance and escape wheels, the Rolex”Ultra Prima” movement had all pinions, pivots and wheels hand finished to the highest Chronometer standard.

This handsome, rare timepiece was at the very top end of Rolex’s production in the 1930s, designed to compete at the very highest levels, successfully retaining Rolex’s position amongst the very best of its Swiss and international competitors.

Stock # 3208,                Date: C.1936             Case: 9ct. Rose Gold.

Rolex Model # 2467   Case diameter: 30mm.  Price: £6,850.00

This rare Rolex is availleble from:  Anthony Green Antiques

Vault 54  The London Silver Vaults – Chancery Lane – London WC2A 1QS

Email : vintagewatches@hotmail.com

Very scarce, large Swiss two-tune gunmetal musical watch, circa 1890.

Two-tone fully restored enamel dial decorated with musical instruments and foliage. Nickel 10 jewel cylinder movement. Roller musical mechanism. Sprightly tunes. Two-tune musical watches from any period are quite rare.

The watch was recently sold.

We thank Steve Bogoff , the “dealer’s dealer”  for the inclusion of the two tune gunmetal watch , in  the Rare Watches Blog.

Over the years, initially from his shop in New York and then later in San Francisco Bay, Steve Bogoff has earned a reputation for service, integrity, and knowledge.