Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Geneva, Nov 11, 2012

LOT 47

ROLEX REF. 5500 METROPOLITAN Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Metropolian, Super Precision, case No. 564848, Ref. 5500/1002. Made circa 1960. Fine center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel wristwatch.

CHF 2,200 - 4,200

USD 2,300 - 4,500 / EUR 1,800 - 3,500

Sold: CHF 2,750

C. Three-body, polished and brushed, inclined bezel, screw down case back and crown, crystal with cyclops lens. D. Black with applied steel faceted baton indexes and luminous dots, outer minute/second division. Luminous steel baton hands. M. Cal. 1530, rhodium-plated, 26 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber, selfcompensating fl at balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 34 mm. Thickness 12 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 2

Very good

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-10-01

Good

Patinated

HANDS Original