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Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Hong Kong, May 31, 2026

LOT 246

ROLEX, REF. 6298, BIG BUBBLEBACK, HONEYCOMB DIAL, EXPLORER, STAINLESS STEEL 

HKD 60,000 - 120,000

EUR 6,600 - 13,100 / CHF 6,000 - 12,000 / USD 7,700 - 15,400 / JPY 1,200,000 - 2,400,000

Sold: HKD 100,000

A fine and rare, stainless steel self-winding wristwatch with cream honeycomb explorer dial and center seconds.


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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: 3-7-01

Good

Oxidized

HANDS Original

Brand Rolex

Model Explorer

Reference 6298

Year circa 1953

Movement No. 88161

Case No. 928744

Bracelet Rolex stainless steel Jubilee bracelet with 55 endlinks, approx total length 175mm

Caliber A296

Diameter 35 mm.

Signature dial, case and movement