18th Nov, 2024 12:00
Watches and Jewellery
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A COLLECTABLE MEN'S ROLEX STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC BRACELET WATCH.
SUBMARINER SINGLE RED.
A COLLECTABLE MEN'S ROLEX STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC BRACELET WATCH.
SUBMARINER SINGLE RED.
Brand: Rolex
Model: Submariner Single Red
Case reference: 1680
Year: 1970
Movement: Movement, Cal. 1570, No.D64XXXX
Dial: Black, tritium applied hour markers, white outer minute division, silvered Mercedes hands with tritium insert, silvered centre seconds hand with tritium insert, date aperture at the three o'clock position with a white calendar disk and black Arabic numerals
Material: Stainless steel
Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel expandable bracelet
Signed: Dial, movement, case
Dimension: 41mm
The Submariner Ref. 1680 was the first Submariner model to feature a date complication with the iconic Cyclops lens magnifying the date display. This addition enhanced the functionality of the watch for professional divers and everyday wearers alike, cementing the Submariner’s reputation as both a tool watch and a luxury timepiece.
The black dial with its luminescent hour markers and hands ensures excellent legibility, even in low-light or underwater conditions. However, it is the red “Submariner” text that elevates this watch to legendary status. Rolex produced the red text versions, also known as Single Red Submariner, between approximately 1969 and 1973, after which the text was changed to white. The combination of the vibrant red lettering and the iconic dive watch design has made these early models exceptionally desirable among collectors.
Sold for £10,455
A COLLECTABLE MEN'S ROLEX STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC BRACELET WATCH.
SUBMARINER SINGLE RED.
Brand: Rolex
Model: Submariner Single Red
Case reference: 1680
Year: 1970
Movement: Movement, Cal. 1570, No.D64XXXX
Dial: Black, tritium applied hour markers, white outer minute division, silvered Mercedes hands with tritium insert, silvered centre seconds hand with tritium insert, date aperture at the three o'clock position with a white calendar disk and black Arabic numerals
Material: Stainless steel
Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel expandable bracelet
Signed: Dial, movement, case
Dimension: 41mm
The Submariner Ref. 1680 was the first Submariner model to feature a date complication with the iconic Cyclops lens magnifying the date display. This addition enhanced the functionality of the watch for professional divers and everyday wearers alike, cementing the Submariner’s reputation as both a tool watch and a luxury timepiece.
The black dial with its luminescent hour markers and hands ensures excellent legibility, even in low-light or underwater conditions. However, it is the red “Submariner” text that elevates this watch to legendary status. Rolex produced the red text versions, also known as Single Red Submariner, between approximately 1969 and 1973, after which the text was changed to white. The combination of the vibrant red lettering and the iconic dive watch design has made these early models exceptionally desirable among collectors.
Auction: Watches and Jewellery, 18th Nov, 2024
Azca Auctions proudly presents an exquisite Watches and Jewellery Auction on 18th of November. This remarkable event features 145 lots, ranging from iconic timepieces like the Omega, Speedmaster, Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox... to rare, limited-edition watches and high-end jewellery by Jacob & Co such as a unique 18k rose gold and black diamond beads glove from the Touch Collection. Highlights include sought-after Rolex models, from the Red Submariner to the famous GMT Pepsi, to unique Rolex stone dials in malachite, ferrite and stella, as well as a limited edition Patek Philippe Grand Complication Celestial. With offerings for all budgets, this auction is a rare opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
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