By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
A rare and highly evocative First World War (WWI) period wristwatch
by Rolex, housed in a 925 Sterling Silver Officer’s Case
attributed to the renowned London case importer George Stockwell of Stockwell & Co -
agents arranging for Swiss made cases to be hallmarked in British assay offices.
The timepiece is extremely rare (especially in such fine original condition)
& proud to have ALL original parts (case, dial, movement, winder, lugs)
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The hinged 34mm CASE is performed in Sterling Silver,
bearing clear English hallmarks,
including the GS sponsor's mark, alongside import marks,
925 stamp and the R.W.C. Ltd (Rolex Watch Co. Ltd) signature,
firmly situating production in the mid-1910s (1918 to be precise)
an era when Rolex was still in its formative years.
The presence of matching case numbers (on case cover & on dust cover)
and correct internal stamping further supports the originality and integrity of the piece -
an increasingly scarce attribute in early trench watches.
Notably, the watch retains its inner original dust cover – a feature often lost over time,
which served to protect the movement from moisture and debris in trench conditions –
its survival here significantly enhances both rarity and desirability.
The dust cover is hallmarked with G.S., numbered & stamped 925
Case is completed by Original Winder & Original Hinged Lugs (hallmarked)
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The signed enamel DIAL of gorgeous ivory colour is adorned
with elegant Breguet Arabic numerals
(characterised by calligraphic curves & the refined, almost hand-drawn quality)
On WWI-era Rolex trench...
Category
1910s Swiss Vintage Australia
MaterialsSilver, Sterling Silver
