ROLEX | SUBMARINER, REF 5513 STAINLESS STEEL WRISTWATCH AND BRACELET CIRCA 1988

Dial: black Calibre: cal. 1520 automatic, 26 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw-down back Case number: L’649’260 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with integrated folding clasp Dimensions: 40 mm, bracelet circumference approx. 175 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none

DIAL: in very good condition without any visible signs of ageing. Hour and minute hand show some discoloration towards the center of the dial and the hour hand bears some very minor cracks to the luminescent material. CASE: With larger scuffs and scratches to the left side of the case particularly noticeable around 9 o'clock and with a long scratch starting around 9 o'clock and reaching to around 11 o'clock. Two minor marks to the top of the right lug. Bezel insert in good condition with luminescent pearl at 12 o'clock slightly patinated and a few very minor scratches around the 12 o'clock arrow. Caseback stamped 5512 Bracelet: 93150 (J11), 93150 with 580 endlinks MOVEMENT: running at time of cataloguing.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."

Rolex introduced the Submariner in 1953. Having been in production for over 66 years, the iconic model has undergone very few aesthetic changes. The watch remains instantly recognisable, and unmistakably represents the archetype of diving watches. The reference 5513 was introduced in 1962 and remained in production until 1989, making this 1988 piece, with the correct white gold circled indexes, one of the last to ever be produced.