Swiss 18K gold Prince Imperial keyless dress watch Circa 1930

Gold watch with two tone silver dial
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A very fine Swiss 18 carat yellow gold Prince Imperial keyless dress watch, circa 1930.
A solid, polished case, round bezel, snap on case back. Two tone silver dial with painted Arabic numerals, outer minute track, subsidiary seconds and blued steel lozenge hands. Rhodium plated movement, 17 jewels, officially tested in six positions, straight line lever escapement with Rolex patent cap protecting escapement, monometallic balance with screws, self compensating breguet balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed.
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Diameter: 42 mm
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Thickness: 7.5 mm
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Signed: Rolex, Prince Imperial  Swiss
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Accompanied by a long chain
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Rolex is a luxury watch brand that was founded in 1905 by Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis in London, England. Originally called Wilsdorf & Davis, the company later changed its name to Rolex in 1908. Rolex has a rich history of innovation and achievement in the watchmaking industry. In 1910, it was the first watch company to receive the Swiss Certificate of Chronometric Precision, which is awarded to timepieces that pass a series of rigorous tests for accuracy and reliability. In 1926, Rolex introduced the Oyster, the world’s first waterproof wristwatch. This was followed by the introduction of the Perpetual rotor, which automatically winds the watch’s mainspring as the wearer moves their wrist. Over the years, Rolex has continued to innovate and push the boundaries of watchmaking technology. Today, Rolex is one of the most recognized and respected luxury watch brands in the world, known for its precision, durability and timeless style.