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Nov. 16, 2024
Rolex - Cellini King Midas
Est: €2,000 - €3,500
A rare vintage Geneva "cult" wristwatch "King Midas Ref. 4017/11, Cal. 1600, Case No. 4002163, Dimensions 28 x 27 mm, circa 1975, Origin Schweiz, original clasp Case: 18 K gold, push back with marking 4017/11. Dial: Gilt Sigma-Dial. Movm.: Manual. Gérald Genta designed the revolutionary King Midas for Rolex in the 1960s. The design is inspired by geometric pattern from ancient Greece. The name "King Midas" comes from Greek mythology, where King Midas is remembered for his ability to turn everything he touched with his left hand into pure gold. The story goes that the King Midasis fitted with a crown on the left while the watch is worn on the right wrist. The watch was originally produced in three very small series only. It was advertised as the heaviest gold watch that money can buy. Other references were developed once the Midas collection was integrated in the Cellini range. The King Midas achieved extra fame when it was worn by Elvis Presley and John Wayne. The King Midas bears all the marks that make a watch a coveted collector’s piece: a brand rich in tradition, a renowned designer, a revolutionary appearance, precious materials and an irresistible look. This timepiece dating from 1975 comes in an assymetric pentagonal gold case and is in excellent condition with only very slight signs of wear. The dial is immaculate, the gold baton hands have aquired a rainbow-coloured patina and go perfectly with the unusual case.
Auktionen Dr. Crott
Oct. 22, 2023
Rolex. Rare and Highly Special, Cellini King Midas, Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, With Diamond Set Case, Reference 4609
Est: €12,000 - €24,000
Rolex. Rare and Highly Special, Cellini King Midas, Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, With Diamond Set Case, Reference 4609 Model: King Midas Reference: 4609 Case Material: Yellow Gold and Diamonds Bracelet Material: Yellow Gold Year: 1976 Movement: Manual Caliber: 651 Case N°: N° 3071, 4 207 616 Dimensions: 27 × 26 mm Signed: Dial, Movement and Case Rolex “King Midas” was designed by the legendary Gerald Genta long before he came to prominence with Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak and Patek Philippe’s Nautilus. Introduced in 1962, it was produced through the 1960s before it was absorbed into the Cellini line-up from 1972. The Midas models were characterized by their asymmetrical shape that was inspired by the Pantheon of the Gods and the left-handed winding crown. Among the most renown exponent of the Cellini family of King Midas, one is surely the reference 4609 here offered. This example can for sure be considered as one of the nicest, most rare and precious ever realized by the brand: the yellow gold is very fresh with crisp and deep hallmarks engraved on the back while the reference and number on the integrated yellow-gold bracelet. The bezel/front face has been embellished with a full diamond-set making this reference definelty lavish. The dial is simple but very nice, matching the whole case with a champagne color and is completed by yellow-gold baton hands. The winding crown is at 9 o’clock and the caliber is the famous 651 covered with a yellow gold screwed-down case back. Charismatic, precious and with an historically important background, this watch is the utmost in understated elegance. Estimate € 12000 - 24000
Monaco Legend Auctions
Oct. 22, 2023
Rolex. Very Well Preserved and Attractive, King Midas, Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, Diamond-Set Bezel and Lapis Lazuli Dial, With Box, Reference 4611
Est: €10,000 - €20,000
Rolex. Very Well Preserved and Attractive, King Midas, Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, Diamond-Set Bezel and Lapis Lazuli Dial, With Box, Reference 4611 Model: King Midas Reference: 4611 Case Material: Yellow Gold and Diamonds Bracelet Material: Yellow Gold Year: 1976 Movement: Manual Caliber: 650 Case N°: N° 3805, 4 266 906 Dimensions: 24 × 33 mm Signed: Dial, Movement and Case Accessories: Box and Booklet In the late 1960s, Rolex decided to entrust the creation of a new model to a young and ambitious designer. The name chosen for this model was King Midas, an iconic figure from Greek mythology with the ability to turn everything he touched into gold. Today, about 60 years later, this name almost sounds like a prophecy for the future of that young designer, capable of transforming each of his creations into gold for the various watch brands. The name of that designer is, of course, Gerald Genta. The first example of Midas was the ref. 9630 and was produced in a limited edition of 1000 examples, followed by ref. 3580, also produced in a limited series. The cases were made from a block of 18K yellow or white gold, and weighed between 150 and 200 grams depending on the model. At the time, the King Midas was Rolex’s most expensive model and considered the heaviest gold wristwatch on the market. Manufactured with an unusual asymmetrical square case design this watch has been also explored with other reference and designs, such as the reference 4611, exactly like this lot. The 4611 is one of the most exceptional amongst all King Midas references. Available in the second half of the 1970s, it featured a symmetrical case with a sumptuous diamond setting together with a hard stone dial. The yellow-gold case is very nicely preserved with three rows of factory-set diamonds on the top and bottom of the case and an integrated bracelet with horizontal grooves and concealed clasp. The incredibly beautiful dial has been manufactured in lapis lazuli, one of the most appreciated hard stones available on the horology market and one of the most fragile. The electric color of the dial is complemented by a yellow gold applied Rolex logo, baton gold hands, and a discreet “ΜΙΔΑΣ” (Greek for Midas) signature at 6 o’clock. Estimate € 10000 - 20000
Monaco Legend Auctions
Oct. 21, 2023
Rolex. Precious and Massive, King Midas, Wristwatch in White Gold, With Black Roman Numbers Dial, Reference 4316
Est: €12,000 - €24,000
Rolex. Precious and Massive, King Midas, Wristwatch in White Gold, With Black Roman Numbers Dial, Reference 4316 Model: King Midas Reference: 4316 Case Material: White Gold Bracelet Material: White Gold Year: 1976 Movement: Manual Caliber: 651 Case N°: 4 276 123 N° 3964 Dimensions: 23 mm Signed: Dial, Movement and Case The Rolex Midas watches are very unusual and yet iconic in design and are universally known to be lavish and equipped with heavy bracelets. Mida’s style is absolutely unique and doesn’t look like anything from the Oyster collection. The celebrated “Midas” series was designed by the renowned Gérald Genta and launched in the late 1960s with the ref. 9630 in a limited edition of 1000 examples followed by ref. 3580, also produced in a limited series. The cases were made from a block of 18K yellow or white gold and, at the moment of its creation, was Rolex’s most expensive model and considered the heaviest gold wristwatch on the market. It is considered to be one of the favorites among the stars: in James Bond’s “The Man with the Golden Gun” (1974), Christopher Lee, who played the villain Francisco Scaramanga, used to wear a King Midas. But the most famous King Midas was owned by the King of rock ’n’ roll, Elvis Presley who used to wear a ref. 9630 while performing six shows at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo in 1970. The example here offered is a valuable example of reference 4316, fully realized in 18 kt white gold and preserved in great conditions. Very solid and precious, this watch is equipped with satin silvered, black Roman indexes dial. The present lot fashions in incredible style and certainly is the perfect fit for the forthright collector of showstopper timepieces. Estimate € 12000 - 24000
Monaco Legend Auctions
Apr. 24, 2022
Rolex 18kt Gold "King Midas" men's wrist watch
Est: $9,000 - $15,000
The King Midas was introduced in 1962 and was designed by Gerald Genta in the form of the Greek Pantheon, hence the peak on the left hand side and flowing bracelet design. Interestingly, the crown was placed on the left hand side to represent Midas, who turned anything to gold that he touched with his left hand. The name of the watch, KING MIDAS, is engraved on the left side of the case, one word each side of the crown. Rare Rolex (around 500 made) Provenance: Pismo Beach, California Estate
California Auctioneers
Nov. 28, 2020
ROLEX. AN IMPRESSIVE 18K GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET KING
Est: $120,000 - $180,000
ROLEX. AN IMPRESSIVE 18K GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET KING MIDAS MODEL, CIRCA 1975
Christie's
Apr. 14, 2018
Browning Arms - Superposed
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
Exceptional Factory Master Engraved, Gold Inlaid, and Mario Bodson and Jean Marie Florent Signed Belgian Browning Midas Grade .410 Bore Superposed Shotgun with Box Manufactured in 1975. Single bead sight on the matte rib, 3 inch chambers, standard barrel markings and Belgian proofs, and full/modified chokes. The receiver is fully engraved with scenes of ducks in flight on the right, pheasants on the left, and a quail on the underside. Each bird is rendered in fine gold inlay with gold wire borders, and flowing leafy scroll is on the balance. The left side of the receiver is signed "M.BODSON" under the pheasants and "JMFLORENT" in the scroll. Single gold washed trigger and tang mounted safety/selector switch. Finely checkered Schnabel forearm with engraved fittings and straight grip stock with a Browning buttplate. Stock measurements are: drop at comb 1 3/8 inches; drop at heel 1 7/8 inches; length of pull 14 1/4 inches. With original box. Manufacturer: Browning Arms Model: Superposed BBL: 26 inch vent rib Stock: walnut Gauge: 410 Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 286J75 Class: Modern Long Gun Condition: Excellent overall. 99% original blue finish remains with some small forearm marks on the barrel, sharp engraving, crisp checkering, and a few small dings on the wood. Mechanically excellent. Box is fair with heavy corner and edge wear and peeling on the end label.
Rock Island Auction Company
Nov. 13, 2017
ROLEX. A RARE AND IMPRESSIVE 18K WHITE GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH LAPIS LAZULI... SIGNED ROLEX, KING MIDAS, NO. 3720, REF.
Est: CHF8,000 - CHF12,000
ROLEX. A RARE AND IMPRESSIVE 18K WHITE GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH LAPIS LAZULI DIAL AND BRACELET SIGNED ROLEX, KING MIDAS, NO. 3720, REF. 4316, CASE NO. 4’253’362, CIRCA 1976 Movement: cal. 651, manual, 18 jewels, signed Dial: lapis lazuli, signed Case: snap on back, 24 mm. wide, signed With: 18K white gold Rolex bracelet stamped on the hidden deployant clasp King Midas by Rolex of Geneva, overall length of approximately 180 mm.
Christie's
Dec. 13, 2016
ROLEX QUEEN MIDAS RÉF. 4313 A gold manual winding wristwatch by Rolex.
Est: €3,000 - €4,000
ROLEX QUEEN MIDAS RÉF. 4313 A gold manual winding wristwatch by Rolex. ROLEX QUEEN MIDAS RÉF. 4313 VENDUE LE 12 MAI 1977 Montre bracelet de dame en or jaune avec boîtier asymétrique. Cadran doré avec inscriptions en grec, deux aiguilles. Mouvement mécanique. Remontoir à gauche. Bracelet articulé en or jaune avec boucle déployante signée et siglée Rolex. Signée et numérotée 2803 et 4120960. Dim. 24 x 24 mm. Poids brut : 107 gr. Accompagnée de son écrin, certificat et de 3 maillons supplémentaires.
Tajan
Nov. 22, 2016
Rolex. A lady's 18K gold manual wind bracelet watch Cellini Queen Midas, Re
Est: £1,200 - £1,800
Rolex. A lady's 18K gold manual wind bracelet watch Cellini Queen Midas, Ref:4341, Serial No.427****, Circa 1975
Bonhams
Sep. 14, 2013
L. Ernst Engraved Signed Belgian Browning Midas Grade Superposed Four Barrel Skeet Set Shotgun
Est: $10,000 - $16,000
L. Ernst Engraved Signed Belgian Browning Midas Grade Superposed Four Barrel Skeet Set Shotgun Manufactured in 1975 with white bead sights, ported barrels, choked skeet/skeet and 2 3/4 inch chambers with lengthened forcing cones and ejectors. The receiver, tangs, break lever, trigger guard, forearm hardware, safety/selector switch and breech end of the barrels are engraved with floral scroll designs. The right side of the receiver has three gold inlaid ducks flying over a field with a decorative gold bordering and the left side has three gold inlaid pheasants flying over a field with a decorative gold bordering. On the bottom is a single gold inlaid quail. The left side of the receiver is signed twice by engraver L. Ernst. Mounted on a beautifully figured multi-point checkered walnut forearm and pistol grip stock with gold "M" medallion inlaid into the grip cap area, a wood and plastic spacer and a Pachmayr White Line recoil pad. Length of pull is 15 1/2 inches. With 3 extra 28 inch vent rib barrel sets numbered to the gun in 20 gauge, 28 gauge and .410 bore. All three have wedges of floral scroll engraving at the breech end. The 20 gauge has both barrels ported, the 28 gauge has the lower barrel ported and all barrels have white bead sights and lengthened forcing cones. Consignor's notes indicate this was used in the Grand Nationals. Manufucture: Browning Arms Model: Superposed BBL: 28 inch vent rib Stock: walnut Guage: 12/20/28/410 Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 47153S75
Rock Island Auction Company
Sep. 14, 2013
Exceptional and Very Rare Engraved Double Signed Dewil and Lalleman Belgian Browning Midas Grade Superposed Shotgun with Case
Est: $9,000 - $12,000
Exceptional and Very Rare Engraved Double Signed Dewil and Lalleman Belgian Browning Midas Grade Superposed Shotgun with Case Manufactured in Belgium in 1976. Single ivory bead sight on the matte vent rib, choked full/modified and chambered for 2 3/4 inch shells with ejectors. Blue action with relief Germanic style floral scroll engraving with punch dot background and gold inlaid pheasants on the left side of the receiver in a field scene, ducks on the right side in a marsh scene and a quail on the underside. The game scenes on the sides of the receiver also have gold wire bordering. The trigger guard, two inches of the breech end of the top barrel on each side, forearm release assembly, knuckle, bottom of the barrel lugs, upper tang and break lever are also nicely engraved in the same patterns. The left side of the receiver is signed "R DEWIL" and the right side "P LALLEMAN". Gold washed single selective trigger and tang safety/selector with gold letters. The receiver pins and firing pins are also gold plated. Mounted with a beautiful highly figured deluxe walnut forearm and pistol grip stock with multi-point fine line checkering and a brown leather covered solid rubber recoil pad. Length of pull is 14 3/8". Complete in a Browning hard leather takedown case with combination locks, brass hardware, including corner protectors and wine colored velvet lining with gold embroidered "BROWNING" logo on the inside of the lid. Manufucture: Browning Arms Model: Superposed BBL: 30 inch vent rib Stock: walnut Guage: 12 Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 54089S76
Rock Island Auction Company
Jun. 12, 2007
Rolex. A fine and unusual ladies 18k gold asymmetrical bracelet watch
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Cellini Queen Midas, Ref.4313, No.2963, Case No.4.297.990, circa 1976 Cal.651, rhodium plated 18 jewel movement adjusted to five positions, rectangular champagne dial with baton hands, pentagonal gold case signed Queen Midas to the band, on integral 18k gold Rolex tapering bracelet with concealed folding clasp signed Queen Midas by Rolex of Geneva, case, dial and movement signed width 24mm.
Bonhams
Jun. 12, 2007
Rolex. A fine and unusual 18k white gold left-handed asymmetrical bracelet watch
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
King Midas, Ref.4315, No.3054, Case No.4121041, circa 1975 Cal.650, rhodium plated 18 jewel movement adjusted to five positions, rectangular matte silvered dial with baton hands, pentagonal gold case with screw down reverse signed King Midas to the band, on integral 18k white gold tapered Rolex bracelet with concealed folding buckle, case, dial and movement signed width 27mm.
Bonhams
Jun. 12, 2007
Rolex. A fine and unusual Lady's 18k white gold left-handed asymmetrical bracelet watch
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Cellini Queen Midas, Ref.4313, No.4313, Case No.4.297.959, circa 1976 Cal.651, rhodium plated 18 jewel movement adjusted to five positions, rectangular matte silvered dial with baton hands, pentagonal gold case signed Queen Midas to the band on integral 18k white gold Rolex tapering bracelet with concealed folding clasp signed Queen Midas by Rolex of Geneva, case, dial and movement signed, with factory reference sticker to the reverse width 24mm.
Bonhams