ROLEX | STAINLESS STEEL WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELETREF 5513 CASE 1991340 SUBMARINER CIRCA 1969

Movement: cal. 1520 automatic, 26 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw-down case backBracelet/Clasp/Buckle: stainless steel Rolex bracelet and folding claspSize: 39.5 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximatively 190 mmSigned: case, dial and movement

The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. The dial is in very good overall condition. The case with minor signs of wear and light signs of polishing. Otherwise the watch is in very good overall condition. The inside case back is engraved with "5513". The bracelet is in very good overall condition with minor signs of wear only; end links engraved with "280" and "9315". The folding clasp engraved with "4" and "71". Overall in very good condition. * Please note that the movement has not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and a service might be required at the buyer's expense.
"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."

Consigned by a highly important collector, the present reference 5513 with matte dial is in incredibly original and crisp condition. The lumes have aged consistently and are generating a nice orange hue that is matching with the hands. The case has only seen minor polishing and is nice and crisp. Overall, the watch is a very pleasant and original example.