Technical Details & Model History

• Case: 14k pink gold, 32 mm diameter
• Movement: automatic caliber 9 3/4
• Dial: original dial with beautiful mirror-finished hour markers
• Crystal: domed plexiglass
• Strap: black suede leather
• Buckle: original buckle
• Reference: 3131
• Year of production: 1946
• Condition: truly outstanding, a highly collectible example

Key Features

• Classic 1940s Rolex “Ovetto”
• 14k pink gold case with timeless and elegant proportions
• Original dial with mirror-finished hour markers, highly attractive and rare
• Refined aesthetic typical of Rolex post-war production

Historical Context

The Rolex ref. 3131, known among collectors as the “Ovetto”, is one of the most elegant models from Rolex production of the 1940s. Characterized by a compact and harmonious case and refined dial designs, it perfectly reflects the style of the period. This 1946 example in 14k pink gold, featuring its original dial with mirror-finished markers and preserved in remarkable condition, stands as a beautiful testament to the quality and elegance of Rolex’s post-war watchmaking.