Bill
32051
In that case a Glossy gilt dial is the correct dial
So this is not a correct configuration. So if you are still interested bid accordingly knowing that the price of a correct configuration is worth 50% more that the wrong configuration. To put it another way the dial and hands are worth at least 50% of the market value of correctly original configuration.
Good luck.
Bil
1962 5513
Could any of the Rolex experts kindly answer the following. Is it possible to have a genuine original 1962 Sub 5513 with a matt dial and feet first? Would this indicate that the dial has been changed? Many thanks. Paul.
My view....
The 5513 was only released in 1962, so this is from the very first year of release. Those models were fitted with a gilt dial. From 1962 through to about 1964/65 it was gilt dials with "swiss" only. With Rolex one needs a lot of humility when it comes to ...
Thanks .
That information is very helpful. Could a 1962 5512 have a matte dial and feet first?
What evidence do you have that it is from 1962
In order to make a correct judgement we would need to know the serial number and the date stamp if any in the case back. Visually you can also tell us if it has pointy crown guards vs rounded. So it is possible your watch and dial are correct but simply n...
Yes it has pointed crown guards...
The serial number between the lugs is 869834. The colour of the hour markers is off white and the hands match exactly and the font is white with 4 lines. The watch is coming up in an auction and I wondered if I should go for it. The auction house will not...
In that case a Glossy gilt dial is the correct dial
So this is not a correct configuration. So if you are still interested bid accordingly knowing that the price of a correct configuration is worth 50% more that the wrong configuration. To put it another way the dial and hands are worth at least 50% of the...
869xxx
Puts the watch at late 62/63 according to my database. So, yes, dial must be a replacement.
