SIGNED ROLEX, REF. 3233, CASE NO. 040042, MANUFACTURED IN 1939

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Rolex. A fine and rare stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with hidden lugs
Signed Rolex, Ref. 3233, case no. 040042, manufactured in 1939
Mechanical movement, 17 jewels, silvered dial, raised baton and Arabic numerals, outer fifths of a second and Arabic five minute divisions, blue telemetre and black tachymetre scales, circular case, hidden circular lugs set within an indentation on the back of the snap on case, stainless steel Rolex buckle, case, dial and movement signed
31.5 mm. diam.

Special Notice

Prospective buyers should be aware that the importation of Rolex watches into the United States is highly restricted. Rolex watches may not be shipped into the USA and can only be imported personally. Generally a buyer may import only one watch into the USA. For further information please contact our specialists in charge of the sale. Please note other countries may have comparable import restrictions for luxury watches.

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Lot Essay

The present reference 3233 is in excellent overall condition, the engraved Rolex crown and the numbers on the back are still very crisp. Launched in 1938, reference 3233 is also known as "coin edge" and was available until 1941. This non-Oyster Chronograph reference is characterized by its two subsidiary dials and special case design with the lugs being hidden within an indentation on the back.

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