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Rolex Air-King 5500

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Rolex Air-King, Reference 5500 | A stainless steel wristwatch with bracelet, Made for the UAE Armed Forces, Circa 1987

Rolex Air-King, Reference 5500 A stainless steel wristwatch with bracelet, Made for the UAE Armed Forces, Circa 1987 Dial: champagne with UAE Armed Forces crest Calibre: cal. 1520 automatic, 26 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 9’762’849 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 34 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 195 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none The present Air-King features the coveted UAE Armed Forces crest on the dial. These were specially commissioned by the force directly from Rolex, and given out to members of the service as a sign of merit. A sign of authenticity when it comes to this reference is the dial colour: champagne toned dials are usually reserved for solid gold Air-King models, but are characteristic for stainless steel reference 5500s with the UAE Armed Forces crest.勞力士 Air-King 型號5500 精鋼鏈帶腕錶,為阿聯酋武裝部隊而製,約1987年製

Collectible Features |Rolex Air-King 5500

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

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