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141 - CORUM Rolls Royce ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’ Ref.
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Estimate €4,000 - €6,000
Description
CORUM Rolls Royce ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’ Ref. 55595 No. 318433 Circa 1960 18k yellow gold (750) wristwatch Case: shaped to resemble a Rolls-Royce grille, screw-down clasp, signed Dial: signed Movement: mechanical, signed Buckle: gold-plated pin buckle, branded Dimensions: 30 x 25 mm Gross weight: 35.30 g. An 18k yellow gold manual-winding wristwatch with a gold-plated, branded buckle.   CONDITION REPORT: Movement was operational at the time of catalogue compilation. The case shows some minor scratches on the back and visible micro-dents on the radiator grille motif. Servicing recommended. Please note that all watches are sold as is. No guarantee is given as to their working condition. Most watches have been opened to identify the type and quality of the movement, including water-resistant watches. Buyers are advised to consult a watchmaker to have the watch’s water resistance checked. Any information provided regarding restoration, damage or the condition of the watch remains subject to the buyer’s own judgement. The absence of any indication of replacement parts, restoration or damage does not in any way imply that an item is free from any existing defects. All items presented may have undergone previous servicing and may contain non-original parts. The dimensions and weight of the items are given as approximate figures.  *We advise potential buyers that straps made from the leather of protected species are displayed but not sold with the watches. Artcurial reserves the right to remove these straps in the event of importation. CONDITION REPORT: Movement running at the time of cataloguing. The case shows a few wear-related scratches on the case back and minor knocks visible on the bezel. Servicing recommended. Please note that all watches are sold “as is”. No warranty is given regarding the working condition. Most watches have been opened to identify the type and quality of the movement, including water-resistant watches. Buyers are advised to have the water resistance checked by a qualified watchmaker. Any statement regarding restoration, accident, or condition reflects the personal opinion of the cataloguer and should be assessed independently by prospective buyers. The absence of any reference to replacement parts, restoration or damage does not imply that a lot is free from defects. All items may have undergone previous servicing and may contain non-original components. Dimensions and weights are provided for guidance only. *Please note that straps made from materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (e.g. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these straps prior to dispatch.
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Auction time 07/06/2026 at 5:00 PM
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