Rolex Gilt Explorer Dial Ref. 5500 "American Airlines" Provenance loupe - Roman numeral dials

- Roman numeral dials

We would say that every watch collection needs a Datejust and none is as classic as this 36mm steel 1601

Ghost like yet warm…

A great addition to your desk set up

-A classic moonphase complication

Rolex Gilt Explorer Dial Ref. 5500 "American Airlines" Provenance loupe - Roman numeral dialsWe are offering a rare and stunning Explorer, reference 5500, fitted with its original gilt dial. Early Rolex sports watches feature these gilt dials, known for their glossy finish. The text and outer minute markers appear in a gold color, which is why they are referred to as "gilt." This gold color actually comes from the brass dial base showing through, as the dials were printed with the text in relief. Despite its 34mm case size, this watch is