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New York, Omni Berkshire Place Hotel, May 11, 1998

LOT 22

Rolex Oyster Perpetual "Explorer" Precision, Ref. 5501, 1970's. Fine, tonneau shaped, waterproof, centre second, self-winding, stainless steel and 18K yellow gold gentleman's wristwatch with stainless steel and 18K yellow gold Jubilee bracelet.

USD 3,000 - 3,500

C. bi-colour, polished, satined, screwed back and crown, yellow gold reeded bezel and winding-crown, steel case. D. black with applied gold indexes. "Alpha" radiumed gold hands. M. 12 1/2"' rhodium plated, 26 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance, antishock system, self compensating Breguet balancespring. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 34 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 1

As new

Movement: 1*

As new

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 1-51

As new

Partially reprinted