
Vintage Rolex Gold Cushion Case Trench Watch with Presentation Box
This is a vintage Rolex 'Cushion Case' wristwatch, likely dating from the 1920s or 1930s, accompanied by an era-appropriate retailer's presentation box. The watch features a classic square-shaped case with rounded corners, traditionally termed a 'cushion' style, crafted in yellow gold. It displays an ivory-toned enamel or porcelain dial with stylized Arabic numerals and a distinct outer minute track. A sub-seconds dial is positioned at the 6 o'clock mark, which is characteristic of early mechanical movements. The hands are a dark, heat-blued steel or black finish, providing high contrast. The watch is fitted with a fixed-lug system and a modern brown leather replacement strap with a gold-tone buckle. The case shows a warm patina with minor surface scratches and softening of the edges consistent with its age. Notable is the inclusion of the slim rectangular presentation case lined with white silk and black velvet; the interior lid displays the retailer's mark: 'Bruce & Co., Jewellers, 132 Norfolk Street, SHEFFIELD.' The early Rolex branding appears on the dial, a hallmark of early 20th-century horological craftsmanship transitioning from pocket watches to wrist-worn instruments. The general condition appears good for its vintage, showing no major fractures to the dial surface and clear legibility.
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Estimated Value
$4,500 - $6,500
Basic Information
Category
Horological Collectibles / Vintage Luxury Watches
Appraised On
December 28, 2025
Estimated Value
$4,500 - $6,500
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antique Rolex with case
Item Description
This is a vintage Rolex 'Cushion Case' wristwatch, likely dating from the 1920s or 1930s, accompanied by an era-appropriate retailer's presentation box. The watch features a classic square-shaped case with rounded corners, traditionally termed a 'cushion' style, crafted in yellow gold. It displays an ivory-toned enamel or porcelain dial with stylized Arabic numerals and a distinct outer minute track. A sub-seconds dial is positioned at the 6 o'clock mark, which is characteristic of early mechanical movements. The hands are a dark, heat-blued steel or black finish, providing high contrast. The watch is fitted with a fixed-lug system and a modern brown leather replacement strap with a gold-tone buckle. The case shows a warm patina with minor surface scratches and softening of the edges consistent with its age. Notable is the inclusion of the slim rectangular presentation case lined with white silk and black velvet; the interior lid displays the retailer's mark: 'Bruce & Co., Jewellers, 132 Norfolk Street, SHEFFIELD.' The early Rolex branding appears on the dial, a hallmark of early 20th-century horological craftsmanship transitioning from pocket watches to wrist-worn instruments. The general condition appears good for its vintage, showing no major fractures to the dial surface and clear legibility.
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