Rolex - Oyster Perpetual - No reserve price - Bubbleback - 6015 - Men - 1950-1959
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback ref. 6015 from the 1960s, with a 32 mm yellow gold 10 kt case and automatic chronometer movement, white ivory dial with applied gold numerals, brown leather Rolex strap, in good condition with visible wear and a repainted dial, shipped insured.
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There are watches that simply mark the time and others that guard an entire era. When you hold in your hand this extraordinary Rolex Oyster Perpetual "Bubbleback" ref. 6015 from the early 1960s, you immediately feel the charm of the Gilded Age of Swiss watchmaking, the historical moment when Rolex was defining the very concept of the modern timepiece.
We are not looking at an ordinary Bubbleback: this specimen hides details that make true vintage enthusiasts’ hearts race. The 10-karat yellow gold case (hallmarked 0.417) tells a fascinating story, that of the rare productions bespoke for the North American market of the era, today increasingly hard to find. To adorn the profile is the famed and sought-after "Rolex Super Oyster" crown with the Swiss cross — a historical testimony to Rolex engineering from the mid-century.
But the real protagonist is the dial: an ivory surface that time has caressed, giving it a warm, authentic, and unrepeatable patina, on which all twelve applied yellow-gold Arabic numerals stand out and the subtly blued seconds hand flows smoothly thanks to the legendary chronometer-certified Perpetual automatic movement, housed in the characteristic egg-shaped case back.
Wearing it means bringing to the wrist over seventy years of history and timeless elegance; winning it at auction means adding a rare, authentic piece with incomparable charisma to your collection.
Year of production: approximately the 1960s
Brand: Rolex
Model: Oyster Perpetual "Bubbleback" Officially Certified Chronometer
Reference: 6015
Serial: 699***
Winding: Automatic chronometer-certified (Rolex Perpetual Movement)
Case material: 10 kt yellow gold (hallmarked 0.417 - 10K)
Strap material: Original brown leather by Rolex
Dial: White/ivory with vintage patina, yellow-gold applied Arabic numerals 1–12, gold hands with luminous inserts, central blued seconds hand
Diameter: 32 mm (excluding crown)
Crystal: Plexiglass
Watch weight: 42.40 g
Clasp: Gold-toned tang buckle (generic)
Comes with GENERIC box, no original warranty.
Shipping: Tracked and insured with DHL or FedEx
Any customs duties are the buyer’s responsibility.
Seller's Story
ROYAL GEMS – PASSION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALITY
Royal Gems was born from the passion of Guido Smiraglia, IGI-certified gemologist, with a career built by traveling the world in search of the most precious gems.
Our strength is the deep knowledge of diamonds and the absolute enhancement of Made in Italy. In our technologically advanced laboratory, master jewelers handcraft and restore authentic works of art, combining innovation, experience and artisanal tradition.
Royal Gems aims to become a reference point for Oromare on Catawiki, offering an exclusive selection of high-end jewelry and watches, often without reserve price: because we believe that true value is set by those who can recognize and appreciate the art, the quality and the uniqueness of each piece.
Choosing Royal Gems means relying on seriousness, transparency and passion. We personally accompany every customer before, during and after the purchase, offering assistance, quick responses and particular attention to the safety of every shipment.
For our shipments we rely on DHL Express and FedEx, selecting the service most suitable to ensure security, efficiency and complete traceability.
Each jewel is accompanied by our guarantee in card format, confirming the care and attention we devote to each purchase.
Royal Gems – The passion for jewelry, the experience at the service of the customer.
Translated by Google TranslateThere are watches that simply mark the time and others that guard an entire era. When you hold in your hand this extraordinary Rolex Oyster Perpetual "Bubbleback" ref. 6015 from the early 1960s, you immediately feel the charm of the Gilded Age of Swiss watchmaking, the historical moment when Rolex was defining the very concept of the modern timepiece.
We are not looking at an ordinary Bubbleback: this specimen hides details that make true vintage enthusiasts’ hearts race. The 10-karat yellow gold case (hallmarked 0.417) tells a fascinating story, that of the rare productions bespoke for the North American market of the era, today increasingly hard to find. To adorn the profile is the famed and sought-after "Rolex Super Oyster" crown with the Swiss cross — a historical testimony to Rolex engineering from the mid-century.
But the real protagonist is the dial: an ivory surface that time has caressed, giving it a warm, authentic, and unrepeatable patina, on which all twelve applied yellow-gold Arabic numerals stand out and the subtly blued seconds hand flows smoothly thanks to the legendary chronometer-certified Perpetual automatic movement, housed in the characteristic egg-shaped case back.
Wearing it means bringing to the wrist over seventy years of history and timeless elegance; winning it at auction means adding a rare, authentic piece with incomparable charisma to your collection.
Year of production: approximately the 1960s
Brand: Rolex
Model: Oyster Perpetual "Bubbleback" Officially Certified Chronometer
Reference: 6015
Serial: 699***
Winding: Automatic chronometer-certified (Rolex Perpetual Movement)
Case material: 10 kt yellow gold (hallmarked 0.417 - 10K)
Strap material: Original brown leather by Rolex
Dial: White/ivory with vintage patina, yellow-gold applied Arabic numerals 1–12, gold hands with luminous inserts, central blued seconds hand
Diameter: 32 mm (excluding crown)
Crystal: Plexiglass
Watch weight: 42.40 g
Clasp: Gold-toned tang buckle (generic)
Comes with GENERIC box, no original warranty.
Shipping: Tracked and insured with DHL or FedEx
Any customs duties are the buyer’s responsibility.
Seller's Story
ROYAL GEMS – PASSION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALITY
Royal Gems was born from the passion of Guido Smiraglia, IGI-certified gemologist, with a career built by traveling the world in search of the most precious gems.
Our strength is the deep knowledge of diamonds and the absolute enhancement of Made in Italy. In our technologically advanced laboratory, master jewelers handcraft and restore authentic works of art, combining innovation, experience and artisanal tradition.
Royal Gems aims to become a reference point for Oromare on Catawiki, offering an exclusive selection of high-end jewelry and watches, often without reserve price: because we believe that true value is set by those who can recognize and appreciate the art, the quality and the uniqueness of each piece.
Choosing Royal Gems means relying on seriousness, transparency and passion. We personally accompany every customer before, during and after the purchase, offering assistance, quick responses and particular attention to the safety of every shipment.
For our shipments we rely on DHL Express and FedEx, selecting the service most suitable to ensure security, efficiency and complete traceability.
Each jewel is accompanied by our guarantee in card format, confirming the care and attention we devote to each purchase.
Royal Gems – The passion for jewelry, the experience at the service of the customer.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Brand
Rolex
Gender
Men
Model
Oyster Perpetual
Reference number
Bubbleback - 6015
Band material
Leather
Shipped insured
Yes
Period
1950-1959
Repainted dial
Yes
Movement
Automatic
Dial colour
White
Case material
Yellow gold
Original box included
No
Original papers included
No
Case diameter
32 mm
Original warranty included
No
Condition
Good - visible signs of wear
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