Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Hong Kong, May 31, 2025

LOT 243

ROLEX, REF. 5018, BOMBAY BUBBLEBACK, 18K YELLOW GOLD

HKD 24,000 - 50,000

EUR 2,800 - 5,800 / CHF 2,600 - 5,400 / USD 3,100 - 6,500

A very fine and rare, 18K yellow gold, self-winding wristwatch with center seconds, red officially dial, and screwed caseback.


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 3-8

Good

Slightly scratched

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-6-10-01

Good

Slightly oxidized

Patinated

HANDS Original

Brand Rolex

Model Bombay Bubbleback

Reference 5018

Year circa 1950s

Movement No. N74040

Case No. 670649

Diameter Ø 33mm.

Caliber 9 ¾”

Weight 42gr. (approx.)

Signature dial, case and movement