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Rolex Ref. 1680
Manufacturer: Rolex Year: 1977 Reference No: 1680 Movement No: D212'276 Case No: 5'276'981 Model Name: Submariner Material: 18k yellow gold Calibre: Automatic, cal.1570, 26 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Yellow gold Rolex Oyster bracelet, max length 195mm, without the divers extension Clasp/Buckle: Folding deployant clasp and divers extension Dimensions: 39mm. Diameter Signed: Case, dial, movement and bracelet signed Catalogue Essay Launched in 1967, reference 1680 was the first Submariner to feature a date. As a tool watch, the majority were made in stainless steel, with the first examples displaying the depth rating in meters first followed by the equivalent in feet. Furthermore, these models featured the name of the model, Submariner, in red leading collectors to nickname the model “Red Submariner”. However, the present watch was a little more than just an extremely performing tool watch; it was a wristwatch catering to active people who wanted an extra touch of luxury while performing their favorite sport. Reference 1680 was the first diver's watch Rolex cased in gold. The yellow gold case and bracelet, beautifully enhanced by the deep royal blue of the dial and bezel, added even more extravagance to this already iconic wristwatch. With time and sunlight doing their magic, the color of the dial has turned a subtle and intriguing purple with shades of gold. This wonderful dial that could even be described as “fumé”, gives the watch a wonderfully theatrical aspect and even invites the beholder to travel to far and distant tropical islands. Read More