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Rolex Explorer Super Precision, 5500 ????
May 15, 2016,10:37 AM
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ROLEX
Explorer Super Precision, 5500, stamped 1002 inside the case back, Stainless steel, 196333mm. Diameter
Calibre: Automatic, cal. 1530, 26 jewels
Case, dial, movement and bracelet signed
Estimate CHF5,000 - 8,000 SOLD FOR CHF28,750
Ok this is a great example but five time the estimate what is the world coming to.
Clearly identifiable as an Explorer with its 3-6-9 dial, the present reference 5500 is a transformed Air King model. It is fitted with the Air King case measuring 33mm diameter whereas the Explorer case had a 36mm diameter, likely introduced by Rolex as an alternative destined to a younger audience looking for a more affordable watch.
The present lot is distinguished by its stunning and unusual glossy, lacquer dial. Preserved in immaculate condition, it features beautiful sunk gilt printing. Of particular interest to collectors is the presence of an “underline” along with the rarely seen double “–T<25” printing on both sides of the “SWISS” designation at 6 o’clock. Printed in silver on top of the dial at a later date, these inscriptions indicate the absence of radium on the indexes and hands. This watch is in overall very good condition and is fitted with a folded riveted Oyster bracelet, and offers fantastic value to the discerning collector.
Source:
THE GENEVA WATCH AUCTION: THREEGENEVA AUCTION 15 MAY 2016
Rolex Explorer Super Precision 5500