Forte dei Marmi Auction

Forte Dei Marmi, Jun 24, 2022

LOT 136

ROLEX
REF.1680/8, SUBMARINER, RARE PURPLE DIAL, BLUE BEZEL,18K YELLOW GOLD

EUR 25,000 - 50,000

USD 26,600 - 54,000 / HKD 210,000 - 418,000 / CHF 26,000 - 52,000

Sold: EUR 39,150

A rare self winding 18K yellow gold submariner wristwatch with a rare purple dial.


Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

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 1680/8

Year Circa 1972

Movement No. D232532

Case No. 2976173

Bracelet Original Rolex oyster 18k yellow gold Length 195 mm (approx.)

Caliber 1570

Dimensions 40 mm

Weight 157,50 gr

Signature Dial, case and movement

Notes

The Rolex Submariner is considered an icon and one of the most recognisable designs among diver’s watches. The shapes and curves of this model had become a benchmark to which all modern watches take inspiration from. Its versatility guarantees a perfect wrist-fit for every occasion.
The present Rolex 1680 is a rare example of Submariner with virated purple dial and faded color bezel.