Forte dei Marmi Auction

Forte Dei Marmi, Jun 24, 2022

LOT 185

ROLEX
REF. 1680, SUBMARINER, BLACK NIPPLE METER FIRST DIAL, PATENT PENDING, 18K YELLOW GOLD

EUR 60,000 - 120,000

USD 64,000 - 128,000 / HKD 500,000 - 1,000,000 / CHF 63,000 - 126,000

An exceptional self-winding 18K yellow gold superlative wristwatch with black nipple meter first dial.


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Grading System
Grade:
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 1969

Movement No. D373733

Case No. 2178675

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

Caliber 1570

Dimensions 40 mm

Weight 161 gr. (approx.)

Signature Dial, case and movement

Accessories Chronometric certificate Cosc

Notes

Inside the clasp is the diver’s extension which is engraved “Patent Pending”. This exceptional example features a super rare black meter first nipple dial.