GMT-Master reference
Rolex 6542 (18k)
Brown (bakelite) / Gilt brown
The yellow-gold version of the original, crown-guard-free GMT-Master. Gold cases and distinctive dial and bezel combinations set it apart from the steel reference. This catalog entry records dial: GiltGold-colored dial printing, usually on early glossy Rolex sport dials. It is one of the first details collectors use to date a watch. brown; bezel: Brown (bakeliteAn early plastic bezel material used on references like the GMT-Master 6542. Original inserts are fragile and heavily scrutinized.).
- Dealer range
- $150,000 to $350,000
- Auction range
- $120,000 to $300,000
- Evidence
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