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191 . Panerai
A rare stainless steel chronograph wristwatch
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Manufacturer Panerai Year Circa 1993
Reference No . 5218-301 / A Case No . 0 ’ 351 Model Name Mare Nostrum Material Stainless steel Calibre Mechanical , ETA 2801-2 , 43 jewels
Bracelet / Strap Black Officine Panerai crocodile leather strap
Clasp / Buckle Stainless steel Panerai folding double deployant clasp Dimensions 42 mm . diameter Signed
Case , dial and movement signed
Estimate HKD 80,000-120,000 USD 10,000-15,000
The original Mare Nostrum wristwatches were initially designed for deck officers of the Italian Navy in 1943 . Panerai produced very few prototypes only and the model never went into full production due to the war . In 1993 , Panerai re-introduced the Mare Nostrum collection created in tribute to the original model for the public . Based on the looks of the original prototype , the present watch features a blue dial and the bezel is fitted with a tachymetre scale .
Offered in very appealing and excellent overall condition , the present Pre- Vendome watch is extremely rare and highly collectible .