1958 Rolex Air-King Gold Shell Automatic Wristwatch
Item Details
A 1958 Rolex Air-King gold shell automatic wristwatch. This is a vintage luxury watch from the classic Rolex Air-King collection that features the simple yet elegant design of a gold plated bezel that frames a champagne dial with stick hour markers and baton-style hands. This distinctive watch also features a stainless steel case with a gold plated crown and is displayed on a leather bracelet with a buckle clasp.
Brand: | Rolex |
Style: | Vintage |
Type: | Wristwatch |
Model Number: | 5506 |
Bezel Material: | Gold Plate |
Case Material: | 10K Green Gold |
Caseback Material: | Stainless Steel |
Movement: | Rolex Cal.1530, 25 Jewels |
Estimated Production Year: | 1958 |
Markings to Inside: | Montres Rolex SA. Geneva Switzerland, Patented, Stainless Steel Back, Rolled Gold Bezel 40 Microns, Swiss Made, KB, 5505 |
Bracelet/Fob Material: | Leather, Base Metal |
Bracelet/Fob Style: | Strap |
Clasp Style: | Buckle |
Total Length: | 9.00" |
Condition
- running at time of evaluation without detailed testing, future state not guaranteed.
- the bezel and case are finished with 14K 40 microns rolled gold plate.
- gold plating is worn through on the edges of the lugs.
- the crystal is scratched.
Dimensions
- lug to lug measurement is 41.50 mm.
- case to case measurement is 33.00 mm.
Item #
ITMG616992