Dial: black lacquer Calibre: cal. 1530 automatic, 26 jewels Case: stainless steel Oyster, screw-down back Case number: 1'188'768 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp   Dimensions: 40mm, bracelet circumference approx. 185mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex presentation case

MVT: is running at the time of cataloguing. CASE: is sharp and retaining bevels to the lugs. Bezel with resistance when turning and the insert with scratched off areas, especially around 40 and 50. Bracelet stamped 4-65, end-links stamped 80. Inside the case back is stamped for iii.63. The numbers between the lugs are crisp. DIAL: is showing signs of aging with small cracks to the lacquer throughout. There is also minor spotting. The lumes are reacting under UV-light and have aged consistently to a warm yellow. The hands likely to have been relumed. The bracelet links are stretched and it is dated for 1965. The watch has not been tested to determine the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."

Introduced in approximately 1962, reference 5513 and ref. 5512, were the first Submariner models to be fitted with crown guards. The present lot, fitted with a gilt dial is particularly sought after by collectors. Reference 5513 was discontinued in approximately 1967. The dial is signed "Swiss T<25" at 6 o'clock that was first introduced by Rolex in 1964. The lumes react very nicely under UV and in addition, the case is nice and crisp.