Rolex Air King 5500

Name: Rolex Air King 18k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Watch Ref. 5500, circa 1967
Brand: Rolex
SKU: 5500
Price: 2000 USD
Availability: InStock

Rolex Air King 5500 34mm Yellow gold and Stainless steel Cream

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Source

Event

Date

Lot Number

ConditionGood

Year of Production1967

Case Size34mm

Case MaterialYellow gold and Stainless steel

Dial ColorCream

Bracelet/Strap18K yellow gold and stainless steel

Movement TypeAutomatic

BoxNo

PapersNo

LocationUnited States

Estimates 2,000 - 2,400 USD

Sale Price

Description

Rolex Air King 18k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Watch Ref. 5500, circa 1967

Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel. Bracelet: 18k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel. Fits approx. 7 inch wrist. Case Size (mm): 34. Bezel: 18k Yellow Gold. Movement Type: Automatic. Dial Color: Silver. Crystal: Acrylic. Crystal Condition: Good. Link Count: 13. Case Back: Solid. Clasp Type: Oysterclasp. 1.5 Mil serial, Service recommended. Slight resistance when winding. Previously polished. Light scratches throughout, Dial with patina, Bracelet with light stretch, Crystal with scratches. Watches are guaranteed to be in running order, if described as such, at the time of listing only. Watches have not been tested for features functionality, unless otherwise stated in description.

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