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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference 6564 Wristwatch

Partially verified

This vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual reference 6564 wristwatch, dated by the source to circa 1959, features an approximately 34 mm 14K yellow gold case. The silvered dial is configured with applied gold-tone hour markers, alpha-style hands, a central seconds hand, and the inscription 'OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED CHRONOMETER'. It is fitted to a 14K yellow gold expansion link Oyster rivet bracelet with a clasp marked '14K ROLEX U.S.A. 7-55' and engraved 'T.R.S.'. The source reports an automatic movement marked 'ROLEX PERPETUAL PATENTED MONTRES ROLEX SA N746808', housed in a case marked with reference 6564 and serial number 389811.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 6564 in 14K yellow gold with rivet bracelet
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 6564 in 14K yellow gold with rivet bracelet — Freeman's | Hindman. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
hindmanauctions.com
Category
Wristwatch · Automatic wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Rolex
Reference
6564
Catalogue / lot identifier
21
Source-reported date
Circa 1959
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
389811

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Bracelet Construction

The watch features an approximately 34 mm case in 14K yellow gold, with a smooth bezel and matching winding crown. It is fitted with a 14K yellow-gold expansion link Oyster rivet bracelet.

The clasp is marked '14K ROLEX U.S.A. 7-55' and bears the engraving 'T.R.S.' Condition notes indicate the bracelet is intact but very stretched.

Evidence for this section
  • “Case material: 14K yellow gold”
  • “Case size: Approx. 34 mm”
  • “Bracelet/Strap: Rolex 14K yellow gold expansion link Oyster rivet bracelet”
  • “Clasp: 14K ROLEX U.S.A. 7-55.”
  • “Clasp is engraved 'T.R.S.'”
  • “Bracelet is intact, but very stretched.”

Dial and Visual Features

The silvered dial includes applied faceted yellow-gold indices and a coronet at the 12 o'clock position. It is equipped with gilt alpha-style hands and a central sweep seconds hand.

Condition reporting notes that the dial exhibits a slight overall patina and several very light indentations.

Evidence for this section
  • “Silvered dial with applied faceted yellow-gold indices and coronet at 12 o'clock”
  • “Gilt alpha-style hands with a matching central sweep seconds hand”
  • “Dial has slight overall patina.”
  • “Several very light indentations.”

Movement and Internal Markings

The watch utilizes an automatic movement stamped 'ROLEX PERPETUAL PATENTED MONTRES ROLEX SA N746808'. The interior of the case is marked 'MONTRES ROLEX SA GENEVA SWITZERLAND PATENTED 6564 14K 0.585 6567'.

The auction record states the watch sets but was not running at the time of cataloguing.

Evidence for this section
  • “Movement: ROLEX PERPETUAL PATENTED MONTRES ROLEX SA N746808.”
  • “Case interior: MONTRES ROLEX SA GENEVA SWITZERLAND PATENTED 6564 14K 0.585 6567.”
  • “The watch sets but is not running at the time of cataloguing.”

Open research questions

  • What is the significance of the '6567' marking found in the case interior given the reference 6564 stated on the exterior case back?
  • Does the '7-55' stamp on the clasp correlate with a production period consistent with the circa 1959 date?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference 6564 Wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Case material14K yellow gold“Case material: 14K yellow gold”
Case sizeApprox. 34 mm“Case size: Approx. 34 mm”
Movement typeAutomatic“Movement: Automatic”
Serial number389811“Serial number: 389811”
Movement stampROLEX PERPETUAL PATENTED MONTRES ROLEX SA N746808“Movement: ROLEX PERPETUAL PATENTED MONTRES ROLEX SA N746808.”
Clasp engravingT.R.S.“Clasp is engraved 'T.R.S.'”
Approximate DateCirca 1959“Year: Circa 1959”

Visible details

  • Silvered dial with applied faceted yellow-gold indices and coronet at 12 o'clock
  • Gilt alpha-style hands with a matching central sweep seconds hand
  • Smooth yellow-gold bezel with matching Oyster case and winding crown
  • Yellow-gold Oyster-style rivet bracelet

Research qualifications

  • Internal case markings and movement are documented by the auction house but not visible in the provided exterior photograph
  • Condition report notes the watch was not running at the time of cataloguing and the bracelet shows stretching

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

ROLEX, REF. 6564 14K YELLOW GOLD VINTAGE 'OYSTER... | Freeman's

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record 6a79856f4f

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