| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |
Brand Rolex
Model Explorer II
Reference 16550
Year Sold in November 1987
Case No. R383142
Bracelet stainless steel Rolex bracelet (78360/501), approx. overall length 177 mm.
Diameter 39
Caliber 3085, 27 jewels
Signature Dial, Case and movement signed
Accessories fitted box, punched warranty, Rolex service card and booklet dated 2008
Notes
Replacing the original Explorer II bearing reference 1655, the newly launched 16550 was introduced to the market in 1985 as the first 5 digit reference number in the catalogue.
Only produced over four years before being replaced by the new reference 16570 which was produced in much higher quantities and was retired in 2011. Early Explorer II's accompanied with their original certificates are becoming increasingly difficult to find and in our opinion still undervalued.
Only produced over four years before being replaced by the new reference 16570 which was produced in much higher quantities and was retired in 2011. Early Explorer II's accompanied with their original certificates are becoming increasingly difficult to find and in our opinion still undervalued.
Provenance
Property of a Swiss collector