101st Auction
2019/11/16
Lot 145
International Watch Co., Schaffhausen "Yacht Club Automatic", Movement No. 2019851, Case No. 1996719, Ref. R811A, Cal. 8541B, 36 mm, 137 g, circa 1969
A heavy vintage automatic wristwatch with date and personalized dial bearing the emblem of the Sultanate of Oman - with original box
Case: 18k gold, screw back, 18k gold IWC bracelet with deployant clasp, bracelet length 150 mm, total length 190 mm. Dial: gilt.
This timepiece was produced for the Sultanate of Oman; case and bracelet are made of 18K gold and lend the watch a considerable but comfortable weight. The red emblem of the sultanate contrasts beautifully with the gilt background of the dial.
Collectors of vintage timepieces are familiar with the emblem of the Sultanate of Oman from the highly sought-after Rolex watches bearing this emblem. There are a number of Swiss manufacturers who supplied the Sultan with their fine timepieces, to be given out as personal gifts for outstanding achievements.
A heavy vintage automatic wristwatch with date and personalized dial bearing the emblem of the Sultanate of Oman - with original box
Case: 18k gold, screw back, 18k gold IWC bracelet with deployant clasp, bracelet length 150 mm, total length 190 mm. Dial: gilt.
This timepiece was produced for the Sultanate of Oman; case and bracelet are made of 18K gold and lend the watch a considerable but comfortable weight. The red emblem of the sultanate contrasts beautifully with the gilt background of the dial.
Collectors of vintage timepieces are familiar with the emblem of the Sultanate of Oman from the highly sought-after Rolex watches bearing this emblem. There are a number of Swiss manufacturers who supplied the Sultan with their fine timepieces, to be given out as personal gifts for outstanding achievements.
Sold
estimated
5.000—6.500 €
Price realized
4.500 €