14 Rolex An extremely well preserved and highly precious, GMT Master II, automatic wristwatch in white gold, with diamond and blue sapphire-set bezel, pavè diamond dial, box and papers, reference 116759.

Estimate: Fr. 70'000 –⁠ 140'000

• Model GMT-Master II
• Year 2008
• Reference 116759SA
• Case Material 18K white gold, diamonds and sapphires
• Case Number V156212
• Bracelet Material 18K white gold Rolex bracelet, approximate length 200mm
• Movement Automatic, cal. 3186, 31 jewels
• Dimension 40mm Diameter
• Signed Case, dial and movement
• Accessories Accompanied by Rolex guarantee card dated December 2008 stamped by Barrier et Fils, Rolex service card, booklet, leather wallet, hang tag, bezel protector, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

The Rolex GMT-Master II, reference 116759, featuring a gorgeous sapphire diamond bezel, stands at the very summit of Rolex’s rarest and most audacious gem-set creations, an exceptional fusion of technical mastery and high jewelry that redefines the boundaries of the GMT-Master lineage. While Rolex historically favored tool-watch functionality over ornamental excess, a handful of groundbreaking references, such as the legendary gem-set Daytonas, opened the door to an entirely different expression of craftsmanship. The present GMT-Master II belongs to this elite category, where precision engineering meets the highest level of gem-setting artistry. Crafted in white gold and produced in extremely limited numbers, this reference 116759 is believed to be among only a handful of examples fitted with a striking bezel set with blue sapphires and diamonds, creating a bold and captivating contrast. The brilliance continues across the watch, with a fully pavé-set diamond dial that radiates light from every angle, complemented by diamond-set lugs that seamlessly extend the visual harmony of the case. Beyond its opulence lies the robust GMT-Master II functionality, featuring an independently adjustable hour hand, allowing the wearer to track multiple time zones with precision and ease, an enduring hallmark of the model’s practical origins. Preserved in outstanding condition and accompanied by its original box and papers, this watch is far more than an extravagant variation, it is a statement piece of extreme rarity. Watches of this configuration rarely appear on the market, and their combination of technical pedigree and high jewelry execution places them among the most exclusive Rolex creations ever made.