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21 Rolex Attractive and Charming Submariner Automatic Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, Reference 1680, with Tropical Purple Dial

Estimate: € 20.000 –⁠ 40.000

Sold (Premium) € 45.500

  • Model Submariner
  • Year 1976
  • Reference 1680
  • Case Material Yellow Gold
  • Case Number 4219208
  • Bracelet Material Leather Strap
  • Movement Automatic, cal. 1570
  • Dimension 40 mm
  • Signed Dial, movement and case

Reference 1680 was the first Submariner to be produced in gold, for clients seeking a touch of luxury with professional capabilities. The present example is a great specimen in yellow gold, absolutely rare with its originally dial and unidirectional blue bezel for checking decompression time spans. In superb overall condition, this 1680 has a sharp-edged case with nice proportions. The dial has a subtle and intriguing purple color with nipple indexes. The present watch is among the most significant yellow-gold Submariners to have been offered at auction in the recent years.