Forte dei Marmi Auction

Forte Dei Marmi, Jun 24, 2022

LOT 137

ROLEX
REF. 1680/8, SUBMARINER, NIPPLE CHAMPAGNE TURNED DIAL, 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 43,065

A rare self-winding 18K yellow gold diver wristwatch with nipple and champagne turned dial.


Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 2-8

Very good

Slightly scratched

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 1977

Movement No. D226856

Case No. 5257075

Bracelet Cognac leather with Rolex plated buckle

Caliber 1570

Dimensions 40 mm

Weight 85 gr. (approx)

Signature Dial, case and movement

Notes

The Rolex Submariner ref. 1680 is surely one of the most iconic of the brand. It features a nipple and rarely turned champagne dial, synonyms of surprising and excellent aging.