Forte dei Marmi Auction

Forte Dei Marmi, Jun 24, 2022

LOT 89

ROLEX
REF. 1680, SUBMARINER, GRAY FADED BEZEL, RED WRITING, STAINLESS STEEL

EUR 12,000 - 24,000

USD 12,800 - 25,500 / HKD 100,000 - 200,000 / CHF 12,500 - 25,000

Sold: EUR 20,880

A rare self-winding stainless steel vintage wristwatch with red writing and faded gray bezel.


Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

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

Year Circa 1972/73

Movement No. D982792

Case No. 3184412

Bracelet Original oyster stainless steel Length 250 mm (approx.)

Caliber 1570

Dimensions 40 mm

Signature Dial, case and movement

Notes

The Rolex ‘Red’ Submariners are actually part of the production of ref 1680, which was introduced in the late 1960s. It was the first Rolex Submariner to come with a date; but the reason that this reference is coveted among collectors is because of the wide variety of its variations. This one is surely one of the most appreciated.