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Rolex Explorer I 5504

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Rolex. A stainless steel automatic bracelet watch

Model: Explorer Reference: 5504 Date: Circa 1958 Movement: 25-jewel Cal.1530 automatic, No.284** Dial: Black, luminous baton hour markers, Arabic numeral quarters, outer minute divisions with five minute markers, polished Mercedes hands with luminous inserts, centre seconds Case: Brushed and polished tonneau form, screw down Oyster back and crown, inner case back date coded II.1958, No.281*** Strap/Bracelet: Fitted rivet Oyster link Buckle/Clasp: Signed folding clasp, stamped 4 56 Signed: Case, dial & movement Size: 35mmRolex. A stainless steel automatic bracelet watch Model: Explorer Reference: 5504 Date: Circa 1958 Movement: 25-jewel Cal.1530 automatic, No.284** Dial: Black, luminous baton hour markers, Arabic numeral quarters, outer minute divisions with five minute markers, polished Mercedes hands with luminous inserts, centre seconds Case: Brushed and polished tonneau form, screw down Oyster back and crown, inner case back date coded II.1958, No.281*** Strap/Bracelet: Fitted rivet Oyster link Buckle/Clasp: Signed folding clasp, stamped 4 56 Signed: Case, dial & movement Size: 35mm Footnotes In the possession of its current owner for over 25 years, this example has a completely original gilt dial and has been serviced during its lifetime by one of the UK's foremost Rolex watchmakers. Previous Penelope Andrews Specialist - Watches Bonhams Work Montpelier Street London , United Kingdom SW7 1HH Work Tel: +44 20 7393 3869 Penelope.Andrews@bonhams.com Helena Gumley Auction administration - Watches Bonhams Work Montpelier Street London , United Kingdom SW7 1HH Work Tel: +44 20 7393 3892 helena.gumley@bonhams.com Charles Dower Specialist - Watches Bonhams Work Montpelier Street London , United Kingdom SW7 1HH Work Tel: +44 20 7393 3868 Charles.Dower@bonhams.com Jonathan Darracott Specialist - Watches Bonhams Work 101 New Bond Street London , United Kingdom W1S 1SR Work Tel: +44 20 7447 7412 jonathan.darracott@bonhams.com Penelope Andrews Specialist - Watches Bonhams Work Montpelier Street London , United Kingdom SW7 1HH Work Tel: +44 20 7393 3869 Penelope.Andrews@bonhams.com Helena Gumley Auction administration - Watches Bonhams Work Montpelier Street London , United Kingdom SW7 1HH Work Tel: +44 20 7393 3892 helena.gumley@bonhams.com Charles Dower Specialist - Watches Bonhams Work Montpelier Street London , United Kingdom SW7 1HH Work Tel: +44 20 7393 3868 Charles.Dower@bonhams.com Jonathan Darracott Specialist - Watches Bonhams Work 101 New Bond Street London , United Kingdom W1S 1SR Work Tel: +44 20 7447 7412 jonathan.darracott@bonhams.com Penelope Andrews Specialist - Watches Bonhams Work Montpelier Street London , United Kingdom SW7 1HH Work Tel: +44 20 7393 3869 Penelope.Andrews@bonhams.com Next 1 2 3 4 Conditions of Sale View Go to Watches Go This auction is now finished. If you are interested in consigning in future auctions, please contact the specialist department . If you have queries about lots purchased in this auction, please contact customer services . Buyers' Obligations ALL BIDDERS MUST AGREE THAT THEY HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BONHAMS' CONDITIONS OF SALE AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM, AND AGREE TO PAY THE BUYER'S PREMIUM AND ANY OTHER CHARGES MENTIONED IN THE NOTICE TO BIDDERS . THIS AFFECTS THE BIDDERS LEGAL RIGHTS. If you have any complaints or questions about the Conditions of Sale , please contact your nearest customer services team. Buyers' Premium and Charges For all Sales categories, buyer's premium excluding Cars, Motorbikes, Wine, Whisky and Coin & Medal sales, will be as follows: Buyer's Premium Rates 27.5% on the first £20,000 of the hammer price; 26% of the hammer price of amounts in excess of £20,000 up to and including £700,000; 20% of the hammer price of amounts in excess of £700,000 up to and including £4,500,000; and 14.5% of the hammer price of any amounts in excess of £4,500,000. VAT at the current rate of 20% will be added to the Buyer's Premium and charges excluding Artists Resale Right. Payment Notices For payment information please refer to the sale catalogue. Shipping Notices For information and estimates on domestic and international shipping as well as export licences please contact Bonhams Shipping Department . Prices include premium Results with descriptions Loading ... Lot 1 Rolex. A stainless steel automatic chronograph bracelet watch Daytona, Ref: 116520, Sold 1st December 2007 Sold for £ 16,250 inc.premium, (€ 18,906) Contract: / This lot sold at £ 16,250 ( € 18,906) --> Lot 1 £ 16,250 € 18,906 £ 13,000 € 15,125 Rolex. A stainless steel automatic chronograph bracelet watch Daytona, Ref: 116520, Sold 1st December 2007 [[ amend_wd(lot) ]] --> follow --> Lot 6 Rolex. A stainless steel automatic calendar bracelet watch with dual time zone GMT Master II, Ref: 116710BLNR, Sold 12th August 2013 Sold for £ 7,500 inc.premium, (€ 8,726) Contract: / This lot sold at £ 7,500 ( € 8,726) --> Lot 6 £ 7,500 € 8,726 £ 6,000 € 6,980 Rolex. A stainless steel automatic calendar bracelet watch with dual time zone GMT Master II, Ref: 116710BLNR, Sold 12th August 2013 [[ amend_wd(lot) ]] --> follow --> Lot 19 Rolex. A stainless steel automatic chronograph bracelet watch Daytona, Ref: 116520, Sold 23rd October 2010 Sold for £ 11,250 inc.premium, (€ 13,089) Contract: / This lot sold at £ 11,250 ( € 13,089) --> Lot 19 £ 11,250 € 13,089 £ 9,000 € 10,471 Rolex. A stainless steel automatic chronograph bracelet watch Daytona, Ref: 116520, Sold 23rd October 2010 [[ amend_wd(lot) ]] --> follow --> Lot 47 Rolex. A rare stainless steel automatic calendar bracelet watch Single Red Submariner, Ref: 1680, Circa 1970 Sold for £ 10,000 inc.premium, (€ 11,634) Contract: / This lot sold at £ 10,000 ( € 11,634) --> Lot 47 £ 10,000 € 11,634 £ 8,000 € 9,307 Rolex. A rare stainless steel automatic calendar bracelet watch Single Red Submariner, Ref: 1680, Circa 1970 [[ amend_wd(lot) ]] --> follow --> There are no lots available. See all my lots

Collectible Features |Rolex Explorer I 5504

Discover all the different variants of this specific reference that can enhance, or limit, this watch's value and collectability.
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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