Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Monaco, Jan 19, 2023
LOT 203
ROLEX
REF. 5504; "OYSTER PERPETUAL" "EVEREST"; STAINLESS STEEL
REF. 5504; "OYSTER PERPETUAL" "EVEREST"; STAINLESS STEEL
EUR 5,100 - 8,100
USD 5,500 - 8,700 / HKD 42,300 - 68,000 / CHF 5,000 - 8,000
Sold: EUR 5,200
Very fine and rare, self-winding, stainless steel, wristwatch, with two-tone silver dial and centre-seconds.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-8-19 |
Very good Slightly scratched Dent(s) |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01-6-17 |
Very good HANDS Original Slightly oxidized |
Brand Rolex, Geneva
Model "Everest"
Reference 5504
Year circa 1963
Case No. 950 077
Material stainless steel
Bracelet stainless steel Rolex "Jubilee" bracelet with deployant clasp (U.S.A. with big logo)
Diameter 36 mm.
Length 175 mm. (approx.)
Caliber 1520, 25 jewels
Signature dial, case and movement
Notes
The current lot is referred to as the "Everest" moutain.
In order to prove the reliability and durability of their watches, Rolex often partnered with world-renowned explorers and supported their challenges in extreme weather conditions. This model is an homage to the unprecedented expedition made by Sir Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay when they had conquered the summit of Mount Everest in 1953 while wearing their Rolex wristwatches.
In order to prove the reliability and durability of their watches, Rolex often partnered with world-renowned explorers and supported their challenges in extreme weather conditions. This model is an homage to the unprecedented expedition made by Sir Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay when they had conquered the summit of Mount Everest in 1953 while wearing their Rolex wristwatches.