Forte dei Marmi Auction
Forte Dei Marmi, Jun 24, 2022
LOT 189
ROLEX
REF. 1680/8, SUBMARINER, STUNNING CARAMEL DIAL, 18K YELLOW GOLD
REF. 1680/8, SUBMARINER, STUNNING CARAMEL DIAL, 18K YELLOW GOLD
EUR 40,000 - 80,000
USD 42,500 - 85,000 / HKD 334,000 - 670,000 / CHF 41,600 - 84,000
An exceptional self-winding 18K yellow gold diver wristwatch with an
amazing caramel tone dial.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: |
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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 1972
Movement No. D067222
Case No. 3017025
Bracelet Rolex Oyster 18K yellow gold Length mm. 190 (approx.)
Caliber 1570
Dimensions 40 mm
Weight 165 gr. (approx.)
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
submariner is the reference 1680, the first
one among this model to introduce the date
function visible throughout the cyclops lense.
What’s incredible about this piece is the dial which has tropicalized over the years turning the color to a beautiful orange/caramel tone with some shades of purple. The different colors of the dial are perfectly matching the blue bezel and the yellow gold.
What’s incredible about this piece is the dial which has tropicalized over the years turning the color to a beautiful orange/caramel tone with some shades of purple. The different colors of the dial are perfectly matching the blue bezel and the yellow gold.