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1959 Rolex Submariner Gilt Dial Ref. 5508

Model:
Year of issue: 1959
Reference number: 5508
Condition: mint
Status: available
Dealer country: Dubai
Dealer name: Tariq Malik
Price in US $ 51,750
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Description

SKU 3.1.335
Brand Rolex
Model Submariner
Ref. No. 5508
Serial No. 400xxx
Year 1959
Gender Gents
Case Size 37mm
Case Excellent stainless steel that seems to be unpolished. The lugs are well defined and show beautiful factory bevels. The pin holes are crisp and unmolested. The original brass bezel is in very good condition and holding a later but beautiful grey faded insert
Bracelet / Strap Very good later Rivited Oyster bracelet showing moderate stretch from age
Dial Excellent and very glossy Gilt dial with Silver depth rating and very prominent Gilt graphics. The dial is only showing very light wear from age and is free of cracks, swirls or matte areas. The original Radium luminous is almost fully present and has developed a beautiful beige color. The dial, in some lighting, shows a dark chocolate brown hue.
Crystal Acrylic Dome
Movement Automatic
Condition Mint
Box No
Papers No

Dealer

Tariq Malik

The Rolex Submariner

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