VINTAGE 1950s ROLEX WATCH

[kissncuddles71]

Would Anyone Have An Idea On The Value Of This Watch...10ct Gold Womens Rolex Bracelet Watch With 15 Rubies In The Actual Cog Work..inscription On The Back Says Xmas 1953..on The Back Of The Casing Says 10ct..rolex Symbol..on The Back Of Were The Cogs Are Says 15 Rubies And Rolex..its In Good Nick And Still Works .as You Prob Can Tell I Know Nothing About Them So Any Info. Would Be Good...thanx Kylie

[SPACE-DWELLER]

Welcome to TRF, Kylie!

Very nice example of an early Rolex ladies' watch. It is earlier than the engraving suggests! I'd say 1930ies, and the lugs's style resembles a model 4487. Probably you can "open" the lugs to exchange bracelet if wanted (that was part of the design of those specific lugs - "Easy strap exchange").

The watch is not hugely sought-after, however, and I would say the value would be around the US $ 1,800 mark, maybe a bit less since the engraving does tend to lower the value.

[kissncuddles71]

Thankyou For That Bo, A Friend Of Mine Gave It To Me To Sell On Ebay But Had No Idea On What To Put..i Will Talk To Her And See What She Wants To Do..kind Regards Kylie

[Lol-x]

It is difficult to say what value I would put upon the watch. It might come down to how is prepared to bid. I would say that if you could get $1,000 then you would have done well.
As Bo stated this type of watch does not have a huge demand, and that will have a significant effect on the price it may bring.
Good Luck.

[SPACE-DWELLER]

Originally Posted by Lol-x

It is difficult to say what value I would put upon the watch. It might come down to how is prepared to bid. I would say that if you could get $1,000 then you would have done well.
As Bo stated this type of watch does not have a huge demand, and that will have a significant effect on the price it may bring.
Good Luck.

Yeah, you are probably right about the valuation, Steve

[jac67]

If we're talking USD, then I would think a lot less.

US$500 max on a good day.

I paid only around A$250-300 for this solid 9k with flawless ceramic dial.




John.

[llamaofdoom]

Agree with the $500 or less.

I've passed on those watches, in better condition, for less than $500 - they just don't have any resale value.

[kissncuddles71]

this watch is 10ct solid gold, with a gold band not rope, and has 10 rubies in the back...so i think that adds to the value dont you ??

[llamaofdoom]

Originally Posted by kissncuddles71

this watch is 10ct solid gold, with a gold band not rope, and has 10 rubies in the back...so i think that adds to the value dont you ??

Not really...no. It's a question of desirability and rarity. Believe it or not, those little ladies Rolexes are quite common...and not very desirable given current fashion trends.

[SPACE-DWELLER]

If you put it on eBay, you can set a Reserve Price (at your discretion).

My suggestion would be to set the Reserve Price at US $ 600.

Maybe the watch won't get sold, but then you can get a better idea of what price to set it at.

Remember, though, that there will be a listing and insertion fee for the listing. If your watch gets NO bids with the Reserve Price, you can list it again for free.

You could also opt for a "No Reserve" auction, but that could be risky business since you might end up selling it for much less than you want.

Sorry about my original estimate, but I guess I was thinking more "vintage watch shop" pricing there where the shop owner's earnings would be included!

[jac67]

Originally Posted by kissncuddles71

this watch is 10ct solid gold, with a gold band not rope, and has 10 rubies in the back...so i think that adds to the value dont you ??

Hello Kylie

I didn't realise you are a fellow Aussie.

I agree that these watches are undervalued, but as said above, desirability dictates price, sorry.

Yeah, solid 10k, 9k not much difference. The band 'may' bring it up a tad (if it's solid gold and not plated), but not too much I'm afraid.

BTW, the dial is in very poor condition and the hands look as though they have been changed. They are too gold, ie. plated.

The rubies don't play a very important part in pricing. The 'ultra prima' movements which have 17 jewels (I think) are also more sought after.

It's a nice watch, enjoy it. Just think it's around 60 years old and still works.

But, unfortunately, you won't be able to retire on this one.


Regards

John.

[Antonio]

Hello,

If im not wrong, the numbers in the dial are made of copper, since there is the 'green corrosion' of the copper. But I may be wrong, 90% sure im wrong That watch after being serviced and restaurated will look awesome ;)