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Rolex Air-King 5500

Description

ROLEX - Lot 53

ROLEX Air-King Ref: 5500 Circa: 1968 Case: Round steel, smooth bezel, screw-down case back and crown. Dial: Silvered, signed Rolex, applied baton hour markers and tritium dots. Hands: Tritium baton hands, central seconds hand. Crystal: Organic. Movement: Self-winding mechanical, caliber 1520. Bracelet: Riveted steel Oyster, signed Rolex 7205/57, folding clasp dated 1968. Set: Five Rolex service invoices: 1982, 1990, 1992, 1995, 1996. Diameter: 34 mm. Length: 20 cm. Examined by Mr. Vautrin, Olivine Prestige, grade 19/20. Provenance: Family watch entrusted by the daughter of the first owner.

Collectible Features |Rolex Air-King 5500

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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.
Serpico y Laino
Dials co-branded with the name of a famous Rolex retailer in Venezuela.

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