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Rolex Explorer I 5504

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"Explorer" Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, "Explorer", Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, Ref. 5504. Made in 1959. Fine, center-seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch with a stainless steel Oyster bracelet. | Important Collectors’ Wristwatches and Pocket Watches including the Grimoldi Collection | Hôtel Plaza Athénée - Le Trianon, 28th September 2005

"Explorer" Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, "Explorer", Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, Ref. 5504. Made in 1959. Fine, center-seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch with a stainless steel Oyster bracelet., USD 3,500 - 4,500 EUR 2,800 - 3,700Sold: USD 4,140 C. Three-body, polished and brushed, screwed-down case back and crown. D. Black with tritium-coated Arabic numerals and indexes. Tritium-coated "skeleton" hands. M. Cal. 1530, rhodium-plated, 25 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring. Dial, case, and movement signed. Diam. 35 mm. Thickness: 12 mm.Important Collectors’ Wristwatches an... Hôtel Plaza Athénée - Le Trianon, Sep 28, 2005 LOT 22 "Explorer" Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, "Explorer", Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, Ref. 5504. Made in 1959. Fine, center-seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch with a stainless steel Oyster bracelet. USD 3,500 - 4,500 EUR 2,800 - 3,700 Sold: USD 4,140 C. Three-body, polished and brushed, screwed-down case back and crown. D. Black with tritium-coated Arabic numerals and indexes. Tritium-coated "skeleton" hands. M. Cal. 1530, rhodium-plated, 25 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring. Dial, case, and movement signed. Diam. 35 mm. Thickness: 12 mm. Share

Collectible Features |Rolex Explorer I 5504

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Tropical Dial
A dial that has aged from black to a brown or caramel color due to prolonged exposure to sunlight and elements. Highly prized for its unique and attractive aging. Greatly increases value due to unique appearance and collector demand.
Gilt Dial
Dial with gold-colored text and markers. Common in older, vintage models. Adds value due to vintage appeal and aesthetics.
Exclamation Mark
A small luminous dot below the 6 o'clock marker. Unique feature found in some vintage models. Increases value due to rarity and distinctive look.

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