Important Watches

Forte Dei Marmi, Jun 26, 2021

LOT 173

ROLEX
REF. 5508, SUBMARINER, SO CALLED “JAMES BOND”, CHAPTER RING, EXCLAMATION POINT, GILT DIAL, STAINLESS STEEL

EUR 27,000 - 48,600

Sold: EUR 33,750

Very fine and rare, stainless steel, self-winding, wristwatch.


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good
Case: 2-8

Very good

Slightly scratched
Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense
Dial: 3-01

Good

HANDS Original

Brand Rolex

Model Submariner

Reference 5508

Year circa 1962

Case No. 764122

Bracelet Rolex Oyster riveted stainless steel bracelet with folding clasp, approx. length 195 mm.

Diameter 37 mm.

Caliber 1530

Signature Dial, Case and Movement

Notes

This well-preserved watch is a rare example of Submariner with chapter ring, exclamation point, gilt dial. It is named “James Bond” because it became popular thanks to the actor Sean Connery who played the action movie.