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Rolex Prince Jumping Hour.
I have to confess that I have a very limited knowledge when it comes to vintage Rolex before the 50's. A shame as there are some pure marvels.
Such as this Rolex Prince with its jumping hour.
It is all a matter of shapes.
Shape of the case:
Shape of the dial:
Contrasting with the flat case back:
And I didn't even mention the curious bracelet!
A joy to see!
Best,
Nicolas
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Rolex Prince Jumping Hour.
I have to confess that I have a very limited knowledge when it comes to vintage Rolex before the 50's. A shame as there are some pure marvels. Such as this Rolex Prince with its jumping hour. It is all a matter of shapes. Shape of the case: Shape of the d...
This is a very rare Prince!
I have never seen one in real life, but pictures pop up ever 10 years or so.
I have problems, it's hard for me to see a non sport Rolex...
It has to be conditioning and stereotyping, I will work on that. Anyways, to the piece, I quite like the look of it, would so rock it.
Yes Dear Sire, time and opportunities.....
Wise words. Well I am hitting the road to NYC, wish me luck!! Ted
Awestruck! Thanks for posting this!
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