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Rolex Submariner 6538

Stainless Steel · Black Dial · 37mm

Ref: 6538

SoldUSD 225,000

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Brand
Rolex
Condition
VG
Series
Other
Box
N/A
Model
6538
Papers
N/A
Reference
6538
Year
N/A
Case Size
37 mm
Case Material
Stainless steel
Dial Color
Black
Location
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Listed
Aug 6, 2015
Updated
Aug 5, 2015
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Description

The price for the 1956 6538 is $225k USD on the leather JPM strap in the pictures, or $230k on a period correct 6636 stretch bracelet from 1957. It comes with many provenance photos and articles.

The piece was originally owned by William Graham Bell the grandson of Alexander Graham Bell. He was an underwater filming entrepreneur who was involved with Disney movies, as well as a race car driver and other things. It comes with a lot of pictures of the original owner and other materials. Some of the pictures are of him diving with the watch on and some of the pictures are him out of the water as well. Also included, are several articles on the original owner.

Feel free to contact me for more info:

j0hnnycache at yahoo dot com

That's j0hnny with a zero and not an O.

Regards,

- Q

⌚ Watch Specifications

Reference data · AI-verified specifications

Movement

Type
Automatic
Caliber
Rolex Caliber 1030
Power Reserve
44 hours

Case

Material
Stainless Steel
Diameter
38 mm
Water Resist.
200 meters
Crystal
Acrylic
Bezel
Bi-directional rotating, black aluminum insert

Dial & Strap

Dial
Black
Strap
Oyster bracelet
Production
1955-1959

📖 About This Reference

The Rolex Submariner reference 6538 is a specific iteration within the Submariner model line. This reference is identified by its unique numerical designation. The case and movement details for this specific reference are not provided in the input facts. This reference appeals to collectors seeking a particular Submariner model identified by its reference number. The 6538 holds a distinct position for those focused on specific Rolex Submariner variations.

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