Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Hong Kong, May 31, 2025
LOT 300
ROLEX, REF. 6144, OYSTER ROYAL, BLUE ENAMEL DIAL, EASTERN ARABIC NUMBERS, STAINLESS STEEL
HKD 120,000 - 250,000
EUR 13,800 - 28,600 / CHF 12,900 - 26,700 / USD 15,500 - 32,200
Sold: HKD 750,000
An extremely rare and fine, stainless steel, manual winding wristwatch with blue enamel dial, eastern arabic numbers, center seconds and screwback.
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Grade: |
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Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-6-01 |
Very good Slightly oxidized HANDS Original |
Brand Rolex
Model Oyster Royal
Reference 6144
Year circa 1953
Movement No. 18655
Case No. 786116
Diameter Ø 32mm.
Caliber 710
Signature dial, case and movement
Notes
This exceptional ROLEX Oyster Royal Ref. 6144 features an extraordinarily rare blue enamel dial with Eastern Arabic numerals – one of the most coveted configurations in vintage Rolex collecting.
This special dial was produced in extremely limited quantities primarily for the Middle Eastern market, making this example a true horological treasure.
What distinguishes this particular timepiece is its impeccable provenance, having been carefully preserved by a Hong Kong-based collector for more than 30 years.
This special dial was produced in extremely limited quantities primarily for the Middle Eastern market, making this example a true horological treasure.
What distinguishes this particular timepiece is its impeccable provenance, having been carefully preserved by a Hong Kong-based collector for more than 30 years.