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Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31 mm Steel 18K Rose Gold Automatic Watch 3372 |
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31 mm Steel 18K Rose Gold Automatic Watch 3372
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The Rolex Bubbleback 3372, introduced in the 1930s (approx. 1933) and produced into the 1940s/50s, is a foundational automatic wristwatch featuring a distinctively protruding caseback to house early self-winding rotors. The ref. 3372 is highly sought after for its varied designs—often in stainless steel with gold, or solid gold—and for featuring a signature 18K yellow or rose gold bezel with engine-turned markings, typically measuring 32mm–34mm.
Historical Context and Significance
The "Bubble Back" Era: The 3372 is part of the "Bubbleback" family, which marked Rolex's perfection of the self-winding movement (Perpetual). The prominent, domed caseback was necessary for the thick movement of that era.
Design Characteristics: Ref. 3372 is noted for its three-piece case design (screw-down top/bottom) and often features a "turned" or engine-turned bezel with decorative markings.
Production Era: While production started earlier, the 3372 saw significant activity in the 1940s, with many models featuring chronometer-certified movements.
Market Position: In the 1980s, these watches were among the first to gain massive popularity among collectors, sometimes commanding higher prices than early Daytonas. |
| Item Information |
| Manufacturer |
Rolex |
| Category |
Vintage |
Reference Number
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3372 |
Band Type
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Oyster Stainless Steel & 18K Rose Gold |
Bezel
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Milled Bezel |
Bezel color
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18K Pink Gold |
Box
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No |
Case Lock
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Screwback |
Case Mes
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31 mm |
Clasp Type
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Clasp |
Color
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Stainless Steel and Rose Gold |
Crystal
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Plexi |
Dial Color
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Silver |
Dial Gral Condition
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Very Good Condition |
Dial Type
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Sticks (applied) Dial |
Features
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VINTAGE VERY RARE ELASTIC ST.ROSE GOLD BRACELET |
Function
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No Date |
Gender
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Mens |
Gral Condition
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Very Good Condition |
Hands
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Alpha hands |
Material
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SS & 18KRG |
Movement Type
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Automatic |
Papers
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No |
Shape
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Round |
Size
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31 mm |
Tested By
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Propa |
Type
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Vintage |
Year
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1938 |
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