A Rolex Submariner 5512 featuring the rare 3-6-9 explorer dial has sold for $250,000 at auction. It was originally bought for just $90.

The 5512 was also the first Rolex Submariner that was built with “crown guards,” a design facet that has served as an evolution of the earlier “James Bond” styled case.

The best luxury watches to buy and collect — from Rolex, ... would look cool in any watch — but the fact he wore a Rolex 1655 Explorer II, Rolex 5512 Submariner and a Heuer Monaco made ...

Single-Owner 5512 Rolex Submariner Explorer Dial Sells for $250,000 USD: The owner was an original World War II "Bevin Boy." ...