Forte dei Marmi Auction

Forte Dei Marmi, Jun 24, 2022

LOT 100

ROLEX
REF. 16618, SUBMARINER, PURPLE DIAL, 18K YELLOW GOLD

EUR 20,000 - 40,000

USD 21,300 - 42,500 / HKD 168,000 - 334,000 / CHF 20,800 - 41,600

Sold: EUR 36,540

A rare self-winding 18K yellow gold submariner wristwatch with matching purple dial and blue bezel.


Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 2-08

Very good

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 2-01

Very good

HANDS Original

Brand Rolex

Model Submariner

Reference 16618

Year Circa 1981

Movement No. 5906763

Case No. E840405

Bracelet Original oyster 18kt yellow gold Length 200 mm. (approx.)

Caliber 3135

Dimensions 40 mm

Weight 172,5 gr. (approx.)

Signature Dial, case and movement

Notes

This 16618 remains in outstanding condition, with a great sharp case and strong blue bezel insert. The blue dial has gracefully aged over the past three decades and has turned a beautiful purple hue that pops in the spring sun. The solid link yellow gold Oyster bracelet is in fantastic tight condition and comprises all links.