Catalog example attributed to Rolex 6610 Gilt
Catalog example: Rolex 6610 Gilt. Sourced example; exact configuration not independently verified. Photo source: bulangandsons.com

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Rolex 6610

Gilt

GiltCollector notes

This early 36 mm Explorer uses calibre 1030 and the familiar 3-6-9 dial, preceding the long-running 1016. This entry identifies the GiltGold-colored dial printing, usually on early glossy Rolex sport dials. It is one of the first details collectors use to date a watch. configuration. See the catalog notes and evidence below for the recorded details.

Dealer range
$22,000 to $50,000
Auction range
$8,400 to $16,000
Evidence
3 source links

A closer look

Notable examples

Explore the dial, bezel and case details through distinct examples, each linked to its original source.

Compare Rolex 6610 configurations

Same-reference variants appear first, followed by nearby configurations in the same model family. These are catalog comparisons, not matched sales. Blank specifications remain unrecorded rather than inferred from neighboring references.

Recorded specifications by configuration
Reference / configurationEvidence links
6610 · Gilt0 reference; 0 price
1016 · Gilt0 reference; 0 price
1016 · Matte0 reference; 0 price
1016 · Tropical matte0 reference; 0 price
1655 · Freccione, Mk1 straight hand0 reference; 0 price
1655 · Freccione, Mk2-Mk50 reference; 0 price

Questions to identify this configuration

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Reference sources and price evidence

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Collector Notes

1955-59; cal. 1030; first Explorer in the modern 36mm OysterRolex's water-resistant case system. It can also refer to the Oyster bracelet style. case. Wide auction-to-dealer gap, the best examples move privately

Pricing Ranges

Dealer range
$22,000 to $50,000
Auction range
$8,400 to $16,000
Links

Reference Details

Reference
6610
Collection
Other Rolex
Family
Explorer
Variant
Gilt
Data
Comparable-driven
Photo set
3 images
Workbook source
Other row 23

Reference Photos

Catalog example attributed to Rolex 6610 Gilt, photo 1
Sourced example; exact configuration not independently verified. bulangandsons.com
Catalog example attributed to Rolex 6610 Gilt, photo 2
Sourced example; exact configuration not independently verified. loupethis.com
Catalog example attributed to Rolex 6610 Gilt, photo 3
Sourced example; exact configuration not independently verified. wannabuyawatch.com

Image Sources