274 . Rolex
A fine and very rare stainless steel wristwatch with sweep centre seconds , black lacquer underline ‘ Swiss ’ dial , pointed crown guards and bracelet
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Manufacturer Rolex Year 1963
Reference No . 5513 , inside case back stamped 3.63 Case No . 1 ’ 009 ’ 526 Model Name Submariner Material Stainless steel Calibre Automatic , 1530 ,
26 jewels
Bracelet / Strap Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet , 180 mm . maximum length , end link stamped 4.63
Clasp / Buckle Stainless steel Rolex folding deployant clasp Dimensions 39.5 mm . diameter Signed
Case , dial and movement signed
Estimate HKD 96,000-144,000 USD 12,000-18,000
Literature For another example of a gilt 5513 with underline dial , please see 100 Superlative Rolex Watches by John Goldberger , page 187 .
The present example , manufactured in 1963 , is fitted with the correct black lacquer ‘ Swiss ’ dial with underline just below the ‘ Perpetual ’ signature . It is also fitted with the correct Oyster bracelet and pointed crown guards . Preserved in very appealing and original condition , this reference with all the accompanying attributes is highly collectible today .