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ROLEX LADY REF. 8788 “CHAMALEON”

The Rolex “Chamaleon” is a classic ladies’ watch that was marketed by Rolex between the 1950s and 1970s. Its name comes from the fact that the leather strap could be easily and almost instantly changed, making the watch suitable for any occasion – hence the name Chamaeleon. It was possible to simply remove the leather strap and insert another one, with a mechanism similar to that of military bracelets NATO. The Rolex Chamaleon, as seen in some old ads, was originally sold with several suede straps and a rectangular Rolex box in which you could put the different straps and the watch.

This Rolex “Chamaleon” is an excellent example of this rare ladies watch. It was made in the mid-1950s and features a white gold case and hand-wound movement. The conditions are very good. The original box it was sold in at the time and some interchangeable straps are included.

OMEGA SPEEDMASTER SCHUMACHER “The Legend” LIMITED EDITION 3559.32.00

The Omega Speedmaster Schumacher 3559.32.00 Limited Edition is a special watch that celebrates the legendary Formula 1 racing driver Michael Schumacher. With only 6000 pieces produced, this watch is highly sought-after by collectors and enthusiasts alike. The watch features a white dial with contrasting subdials and black outer track with red accent which give it a sporty and dynamic look. The case is made of stainless steel and measures 42mm in diameter, the caliber is Omega’s automatic 3301 chronometer movement, which is known for its accuracy and reliability. This limited edition Speedmaster also comes with a special presentation box which further enhance its collectability. One of the standout features of the watch is the caseback, which features a very unique engraving in red. This personal touch adds to the exclusivity of the watch and makes it a must-have for any Schumacher fan.

The present watch is an exceptional example of this rare Omega Speedmaster Limited edition. The watch is in like new condition with basically no signs of wear. Coming full set with all booklets, cards, box, outer box this is an exceptional example for anyone looking for a rare Speedmaster to add to the collection.

Year 2006.

BULGARI DIAGONO ALUMINIUM CHRONOGRAPH LIMITED EDITION REF. AC 38 TA

The Bulgari Red Chrono is a limited edition made for Italy and is part of the Bulgari Diagono collection. It features a 38mm aluminium case with a polished finish and a black ceramic bezel. The dial is red with black details, including the “BVLGARI” logo at 12 of the clock. The watch is powered by a Swiss automatic movement and features a date function at the 4 of the clock position. The watch comes with a black rubber strap with a folding clasp that provides comfort for an active lifestyle.

This Bulgari Red Chrono aluminium Ref. AC 38 TA was manufactured in a limited edition of 777 pieces for Italy. The overall condition is very good, just few light signs of wear can be spot on case and bezel. The movement works as it should, the rubber bracelet is well preserved. The watch comes without original box and papers.

EBERHARD EXTRA FORT REF. 1602 YELLOW GOLD

Eberhard & Co. is a Swiss watchmaker founded in 1887 that has been producing luxury watches for more than a century. At the beginning of the 1950s, Eberhard & Co. introduced the chronograph Extra-fort a watch designed to be both elegant and durable. It was equipped with a fine 14 or 16 lines chronograph caliber, a beautiful 38-mm-diameter case, square pushers, and a snap caseback. The dial with raised indexes featured tachymeter scales in various shapes, as seen in vintage catalogs advertisements. The watches were made with high-quality materials and were built to last, featuring robust cases and precise movements. Those watches made by Eberhard often feature the distinctive “extra fort” (extra strong) inscription on the dial, which is a nod to their durability and reliability.

The present Eberhard & co Extrafort reference 1602 is an early example of the Extrafort chronograph model. Later Extrafort chronograph models were equipped with a smaller 14′ caliber. The present example, which is one of the earliest examples, is still equipped with a 16′ caliber, making it rarer and more collectible. The overall condition is very good, the case has deep hallmarks and sharp lines, the dial has developed a nice and charming yellowish patina over the years. The caliber is in good condition. All components are correct for the years of manufacture.

JUVENIA ARITHMO STEEL AND GOLD

Juvenia was founded in 1869 by Jacques Didisheim. Mr Jacques dedicated the name of his business to his wife, naming the company with her name. Over the years, Juvenia has become one of the most important Swiss watchmaking brands. It has been making watches of remarkable quality since the early 1900s such as the Sextant, a watch inspired by the sextant, a navigational instrument used to measure the angular distance between two points. Another very famous Juvenia watch is the Arithmo. One of the most distinctive features of the Juvenia Arithmo is its complex dial, which displays not only the time but also various mathematical and scientific functions. The dial features a series of concentric circles and rotating discs, each with their own set of numerals and markers. This allows the wearer to perform complex calculations and measurements directly on the watch, without the need for additional tools or instruments.

This Arithmo is a very rare steel / gold example of this historic Juvenia wristwatch. The beauty and rarity of this watch is enhanced by the extremely unusual combination of steel and gold for the case. In fact, most Arithmo watches were made of stainless steel. This Arithmo is exceptionally well preserved, the case is crisp and sharp with inner and outer caseback engravings still clearly visible, the manual wind caliber is perfect, the dial is basically mint. The watch comes on a brown leather strap. Undoubtedly an excellent and extremely rare watch to add to a vintage watch collection.

Serial Number 169,XXX, Year circa 1950’s.