Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, May 12, 2019
LOT 496
ROLEX, REF. 1665, DOUBLE RED SEADWELLER, TROPICAL DIAL
CHF 70,000 - 90,000
HKD 560,000 - 720,000 / USD 70,000 - 90,000
Sold: CHF 65,000
A very fine and very rare, self-winding, stainless steel diver’s wristwatch with color changed dial.
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Grade: |
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Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-10-01 |
Very good Patinated HANDS Original |
Brand Rolex
Model Sea-Dweller
Reference 1665
Year Circa 1971
Movement No. D106415
Calibre 1570
Case No. 2849206
Bracelet Original oyster folded bracelet, approx. overall length 185mm
Dimensions 40mm
Signature Dial, Case and Movement.
Notes
During 1967 Rolex launched the Sea-Dweller, which established a new standard in performance, and it was the first production watch with an helium escape valve. This example shows a beautiful brown color change.