Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces...
Geneva, Nov 10, 2019
LOT 173
ROLEX, REF. 1675, GMTMASTER, GILT CHAPTER RING, PORTUGUESE IMPORT STAMP
A very fine and attractive, self-winding, stainless steel wristwatch with GMT function
Brand Rolex
Model Gmt-Master
Reference 1675
Year circa 1960
Calibre 1560
Case No. 506XXX
Bracelet Stainless steel Rolex Jubile bracelet (dated 74), approx. overall length
Diameter 38 mm
Signature Dial, Case and Movement
CHF 30,000 - 50,000
HKD 240,000 - 400,000 / USD 30,000 - 50,000
Sold: CHF 37,500
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3-8 |
Good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-6-01 |
Very good Slightly oxidized HANDS Original |
Notes
While the GMT-reference 1675 enjoyed a long production spam (from about 1959 until 1980), it is as usually the case on Rolex Sports models that the early versions are the most coveted and least produced. This example ticks all the boxes as shown by its pointy crown guards, a nicely kept case showing thick lugs with a Portuguese import stamp on the lugs, a beautiful original gilt chapter ring dial that is turning to a deep brown color, and the small arrow GMT-hand, making all these factors among the most collectible 1675’s to be produced.