Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Monaco, Jul 13, 2024
LOT 126
ROLEX, REF. 6538, SUBMARINER BIG CROWN "JAMES BOND", STAINLESS STEEL
EUR 50,000 - 150,000
CHF 47,800 - 144,000 / HKD 420,000 - 1,260,000 / USD 54,000 - 162,000
Sold: EUR 98,400
A fine and very rare stainless steel diver's wristwatch with revolving bezel. black gilt dial and center second
| Grading System | |
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Grade: |
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Case: 2-08 |
Very good |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |
Brand Rolex
Model Submariner Big Crown "James Bond"
Reference 6538
Year 1959
Movement No. 743 568
Case No. 449 310
Bracelet Rolex stainless steel Oyster riveté with deployant clasp
Diameter 37 mm
Caliber 1530
Signature Dial, case and movement
Accessories Chronometer certificate (blank), hang tag, advertising Rolex "Oyster"marine anchor
Notes
The “Submariner” model appeared in 1953. At that time, the watch was water-resistant to 100 metres. The first models, without crown protection (or crown-guard), are today nicknamed “James Bond” after the watch Reference 6538 worn by “Agent 007”, played on the screen by Sean Connery (1930-2020), in the films “Dr. No” (1962), “From Russia with Love” (1963) and “Goldfinger” (1964). There are two types of “James Bond” Rolex, which can be distinguished according to the size of the crown: small or large. The Reference 6538 worn by 007 is a “Big Crown”; this model is the most popular among collectors today.
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** This lot will require an export license/passport. Please refer to the T&Cs for further information