142 Rolex Remarkable Bombay, Automatic Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, With Diamonds Indexes, Retailed by Serpico y Laino, Reference 6593

Estimate: € 8.000 –⁠ 16.000

• Model Bombay
• Year 1955
• Reference 6593
• Case Material Yellow Gold
• Case Number 136945
• Bracelet Material Leather Strap
• Movement Automatic, cal. 1030
• Dimension 33 mm
• Signed Dial, Case and Movement

This Rolex gets its nickname from the French word “bombé”, which translates to round, and was used to describe the fancy form of the lugs. The term was later Americanized, resulting in the nickname “Bombay”. While sporty at heart, this Oyster Perpetual becomes an elegant dress watch thanks to its composition. Characterized by its voluptuously sculpted lugs, reference 6593 is an imaginative re-elaboration of the classic Rolex Oyster case. The present example not only preserves the original proportions and elaborate design of the lugs, but it further captivates the connoisseur with its extremely rare dial configuration, presenting not one but two unusual and very appealing features: the diamond-set numerals, and the signature of revered Venezuelan retailer Serpico y Laino. Meant to be worn every day, the Oyster Perpetual combines elegant looks with rugged dependability, and are very much the backbone of the Rolex brand.