Rolex - Early Tonneau Wristwatch - Men - 1925
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Rolex early R.W.C. tonneau wristwatch circa 1925 with manual wind movement, a solid 925 silver case around 28 mm, champagne original dial with black Roman numerals and blued steel hands, and a leather strap in good condition with wear.
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Rolex R.W.C. Solid Silver Tonneau Wristwatch – Circa 1925 – Manual Wind – Original Dial – Men’s Watch
A rare and highly collectible early Rolex wristwatch dating to approximately 1925, representing the transitional “trench watch” era when wristwatches were becoming widely adopted. This elegant tonneau-shaped timepiece is housed in a solid 925 silver case and powered by a period-correct Rolex Watch Company (R.W.C.) manual-wind mechanical movement.
The watch features an attractive original silvered dial with classic black Roman numerals and thermally blued steel hands. The dial displays honest and natural ageing consistent with its age, giving the watch an authentic vintage character highly appreciated by collectors. The dial shows patina and signs of time, but remains clearly legible and retains its historical integrity.
The movement is correctly signed R.W.C. (Rolex Watch Company) and reflects the high-quality finishing typical of early Rolex production. The watch winds smoothly and runs, however due to its age, service history is unknown and a routine service may be recommended for optimal long-term performance.
The tonneau case is hallmarked 925 silver and shows typical signs of careful polishing and wear consistent with nearly 100 years of age. The case remains structurally sound and retains its original shape and vintage appeal.
The watch is fitted with a later high-quality brown leather strap.
Specifications:
Brand: Rolex (R.W.C. – Rolex Watch Company)
Model: Early Tonneau Wristwatch
Period: Circa 1925
Movement: Mechanical manual wind
Case Material: Solid 925 silver (hallmarked)
Dial: Original silvered dial with Roman numerals
Hands: Original blued steel hands
Weight: 25g
Case Size: Approx. 28 mm width (excluding crown), approx. 35 mm lug to lug
Strap: Leather replacement strap
This is a beautiful and historically important early Rolex example, representing the brand’s formative years. A wonderful collector’s piece and an elegant wearable antique watch.
Please review photographs carefully as they form part of the description.
Rolex R.W.C. Solid Silver Tonneau Wristwatch – Circa 1925 – Manual Wind – Original Dial – Men’s Watch
A rare and highly collectible early Rolex wristwatch dating to approximately 1925, representing the transitional “trench watch” era when wristwatches were becoming widely adopted. This elegant tonneau-shaped timepiece is housed in a solid 925 silver case and powered by a period-correct Rolex Watch Company (R.W.C.) manual-wind mechanical movement.
The watch features an attractive original silvered dial with classic black Roman numerals and thermally blued steel hands. The dial displays honest and natural ageing consistent with its age, giving the watch an authentic vintage character highly appreciated by collectors. The dial shows patina and signs of time, but remains clearly legible and retains its historical integrity.
The movement is correctly signed R.W.C. (Rolex Watch Company) and reflects the high-quality finishing typical of early Rolex production. The watch winds smoothly and runs, however due to its age, service history is unknown and a routine service may be recommended for optimal long-term performance.
The tonneau case is hallmarked 925 silver and shows typical signs of careful polishing and wear consistent with nearly 100 years of age. The case remains structurally sound and retains its original shape and vintage appeal.
The watch is fitted with a later high-quality brown leather strap.
Specifications:
Brand: Rolex (R.W.C. – Rolex Watch Company)
Model: Early Tonneau Wristwatch
Period: Circa 1925
Movement: Mechanical manual wind
Case Material: Solid 925 silver (hallmarked)
Dial: Original silvered dial with Roman numerals
Hands: Original blued steel hands
Weight: 25g
Case Size: Approx. 28 mm width (excluding crown), approx. 35 mm lug to lug
Strap: Leather replacement strap
This is a beautiful and historically important early Rolex example, representing the brand’s formative years. A wonderful collector’s piece and an elegant wearable antique watch.
Please review photographs carefully as they form part of the description.
Details
Brand
Rolex
Gender
Men
Reference number
Early Tonneau Wristwatch
Band material
Leather
Shipped insured
Yes
Period
1900-1949
Repainted dial
No
Movement
Manual winding
Dial colour
Champagne
Case material
Silver
Original box included
No
Original papers included
No
Case diameter
28 mm
Original warranty included
No
Condition
Good - visible signs of wear
Year
1925
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