Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
Hong Kong, Oct 19, 2012
LOT 290
ROLEX REF. 5500 AIR-KING STEEL Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Air-King, Precision, case No. L925458, Ref. 5500. Made circa 1989. Fine center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel wristwatch with a stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet. To be sold without reserve
HKD 16,000 - 28,000
USD 2,000 - 3,600 / EUR 1,600 - 2,800
Sold: HKD 8,750
C. Three-body, polished and brushed, inclined bezel, screw down case back and crown, crystal with cyclops lens. D. Black with applied steel faceted baton indexes and luminous dots, outer minute/second division. Luminous steel baton hands. M. Cal. 1520, rhodium-plated, 26 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber, selfcompensating fl at balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 34 mm. Thickness 12 mm. Approx overall length 180 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3-8 |
Good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |