Lot 957
  • 957

Rolex

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description

  • Rolex
  • A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET REF 5508 CASE 762822 SUBMARINER 'SMALL CROWN JAMES BOND' CIRCA 1962
  • stainless steel
  • diameter 37 mm, bracelet circumference approximately 178 mm
• cal.1530 automatic nickel lever movement, 25 jewels • black dial, luminescent triangular, dot, and baton indexes, luminescent Mercedes hands, center seconds, gilt outer minute divisions • stainless steel Oyster case, tropical revolving bezel calibrated for 60 units, screw down crown and solid case back • case, dial, and movement signed • with a stainless steel Rolex rivet bracelet and folding clasp

Condition

The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Case in overall good vintage condition with wear, scuffing, markings, and signs of sympathetic polishing consistent with age and use. Case bands with heavier wear and surface markings with very small nicks. Lugs with some light signs of polish and small nicks under close inspection. Bezel with wear and small dents. Some signs of oxidation. Bezel insert with wear, and overall even fading to a soft grey tone. Bezel bead is not present. Some loss to the bezel between 25 and 30. Case back with normal wear and two scratch marks to the coin edge likely from opening and closing. Dial in excellent vintage condition with oxidation to the luminescent markers. Gilt print is bright and vivid. Original Mercedes hands with oxidation. Black dial with one diagonal scratch between the retailer name and depth rating. Some surface markings and light debris. Movement in very good condition with some light oxidation near the perimeter. Bracelet with equivalent wear and is expandable. MVT 57369, case back and between lugs marked 5508.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."

Catalogue Note

The present lot is with an impeccably well preserved dial with vivid gilt printing contrasted by the depth rating in white. This attractive combination is further accentuated by the beautifully aged original bezel.