Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Geneva, May 10, 2025

LOT 180

ROLEX, SWITZERLAND, REF. 6205, "SUBMARINER", STAINLESS STEEL

CHF 5,000 - 10,000

HKD 47,500 - 95,000 / USD 6,200 - 12,300 / EUR 5,400 - 10,800

TO BE SOLD WITHOUT RESERVE

Sold: CHF 16,250

A very fine, rare and early, stainless steel, self winding diver's wristwatch


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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: 2-53-55-01-05

Very good

Reprinted

Luminous material reapplied

HANDS Original

HANDS Luminous material reapplied

Brand Rolex, switzerland

Model "Submariner"

Reference 6205

Year circa 1954

Case No. 21644

Bracelet stainless steel Rolex USA riveted expandable bracelet dated 76 with deployant clasp, approx. overall length 165 mm.

Diameter 36

Caliber A 260, 19 jewels

Signature dial, case and movement

Notes

1954 was the year that saw the launch of a Rolex that would forever hold its place in horological history the Submariner. Part of the first references ever launched (one can also find references 6200 and 6204 dating from the same year), the reference 6205 was only made for about one year. Some of these models did not feature the word Submariner such as this one, and had also an iconic second hand featuring a lollipop at its extremity.