Monday, July 18, 2011

U.S. Navy Commander Ernest Pollitt's Rolex [Reference 8171]


A Military Moonphase Rolex from 1950

U.S. Navy Commander Ernest Pollitt's Rolex
[Reference 8171]

Sotheby's recently auctioned off this rare stainless steel Rolex Triple-date Moonphase, which U.S. Navy Commander Ernest Pollitt purchased in 1950 after returning from his tour of duty in Korea. Commander Pollitt wore his Rolex daily for decades. It sold several months ago for $74,500.